The size of some churches around the world has grown to astonishing levels. In several countries, especially across Africa, modern church auditoriums are now large enough to accommodate tens of thousands of worshippers in a single service.
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The Hand of God Cathedral, owned by Salvation Ministries and led by Pastor David Ibiyeomie, is now the largest church auditorium in the world.
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The Ark Legacy Project (TALP) in Ota, Ogun State, Nigeria via wsdg.com
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Owned by Dunamis International Gospel Centre and led by Dr Paul Enenche, the Abuja-based facility remains one of the most recognisable church structures in Africa, with seating for 100,000 worshippers.
Champions Royal Assembly Auditorium, Nigeria – 80,000 Seats
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The largest church auditorium outside Africa is the Temple of the Glory of God in São Paulo, Brazil.
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Faith Tabernacle, also owned by Winners Chapel, was recognised by Guinness World Records in 2010 as the world’s largest church auditorium.
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Located in Surabaya, Indonesia, Nginden Bethany Church is one of Asia’s largest church auditoriums.
The United Family International Church auditorium in Chitungwiza is the largest church auditorium in Zimbabwe.
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Completed in 2018, the 30,000-seat facility serves one of Nigeria’s oldest Pentecostal denominations, founded by Pastor William Kumuyi.
Basilica of Our Lady of Peace, Côte d’Ivoire — 18,000 seats
