The 2025 Annual Rally of the Presbyterian English Choirs Association (PECA) 

has officially wrapped up, marking a historic milestone as the first-ever PECA 

rally held in the Gulf Missionary Area. The rally was held under the theme "Be 

Alert and Prayerful" (Luke 21:36), brought together choirs from across the 

region for a weekend of worship, competition, and fellowship. 

The rally kicked off on Friday, March 28, 2025, in Bahrain, where PECA 

members engaged in a Bible quiz and singing competition, showcasing their 

dedication to both faith and music. The celebrations then moved to the UAE 

Centre culminating on Sunday, March 30, 2025, with PC Abu Dhabi hosting the 

final day of events. 

The day began at 8:30 AM with a Bible quiz, brain trust, and music theory 

sessions, led by the congregational choirs of PC Dubai and PC Abu Dhabi. This 

was followed by a highly anticipated singing competition, where participants 

performed both set pieces and original compositions, displaying their musical 

talents and deep spiritual devotion. 

The event was presided over by Rev. Numfor Lawrence-BillyGrahams, who 

also took the opportunity to dedicate and commission the first-ever PECA Gulf 

executive members. Elder Matan Juliana Ekio was officially installed as 

President, alongside a committed team ready to lead the association forward. 

Among the six congregations and prayer cells in the Gulf, Dubai, Abu Dhabi, 

and Bahrain were present for this landmark gathering. Meanwhile, the 

congregations from Fujairah, Al Ain, and Qatar according to the newly elected 

PECA Gulf president ,Elder Matan Juliana will soon be visited to ensure their 

participation come next year 2026. 

As PECA continues to expand its presence in the Gulf, this event has set the 

stage for greater unity, musical excellence, and spiritual growth among its 

members. With a successful inaugural rally now in the books, anticipation is 

already building for PECA Annual Rally 2026. 

Facts from: 

Alice Nchoh 

Elder Nelson Munaya 

Bro Vincent Chumban 

Elder Ambang Claudette