Reverend Lucy Natasha, founder of Empowerment Christian Church (ECC), has celebrated reaching over 3.4 million online followers, just days after announcing the indefinite closure of her physical church.
In a post on her official Instagram account on Wednesday, January 14, 2026, Natasha expressed gratitude to her growing digital congregation. “Thank you to our 3.4 million Facebook family. Grateful for every life touched and destiny impacted. Your love and support mean everything. Glory to Jesus forever,” she stated.
She also invited followers to share their prayer requests so she could pray for them directly. “Share your prayer requests. I will be praying tonight,” Natasha added.
Indefinite Closure of Physical Church
The announcement follows challenges with the church’s physical venue. In a statement shared with members of Empowerment Nation on Saturday, January 10, 2026, Natasha confirmed that starting Sunday, January 11, 2026, congregants would no longer meet at the Biashara Plaza Rooftop, which has served as the church’s gathering space.
“Due to venue challenges, starting this Sunday, the 11th, we shall not be gathering at Biashara Plaza Rooftop,” she said.
Natasha clarified that all services would continue exclusively online until further notice. She urged her congregation to pray for the church during this transition, expressing confidence that they would soon move into a “God-ordained space.”
“Please stand with us in prayer as we transition toward our own God-ordained space. Let’s stay connected,” she encouraged.
Hopeful and Reassuring Message
Despite the setback, Reverend Natasha maintained a hopeful tone, declaring blessings over her congregation and emphasizing spiritual continuity. “We declare blessings over Empowerment Nation favour, provision, and peace in this season,” she said, assuring members that online services would continue to provide spiritual nourishment.
She further encouraged her followers to remain steadfast in faith during the transition. “You will not lack, you will not miss your moment. In Jesus’ name,” Natasha concluded, reaffirming her commitment to supporting the congregation through this period of change.
