Who is Bishop Doctor Patrick ANDRIANARIVO ?
Bishop Dr. Patrick Andrianarivo is the founding president of SHINE Evangelical Church, a rapidly growing denomination expanding across Africa, Europe, and Australia. Through his visionary leadership, SHINE has flourished, impacting thousands of lives and fostering a movement of faith, revival, and transformation.
With over 30 years of ministry, Bishop Patrick is a pastor, teacher, healing minister, and prophetic voice, known for his powerful teachings, miracles, and deliverance ministry. His deep commitment to the Kingdom of God has led to the planting of numerous churches and the equipping of new leaders.
His calling began at thirteen through a divine vision, and under the mentorship of his spiritual father, he grew in wisdom and biblical knowledge, preparing him for his global mission. Today, he is not just a leader but a spiritual father, empowering the next generation to walk in faith and expand God’s Kingdom.
Under Bishop Patrick’s leadership, SHINE Evangelical Church continues to grow, standing as a testament to God’s faithfulness, transforming lives, and spreading the Gospel worldwide.
A man called by God
After obtaining his degree in Theology, following several months of prayer and fasting, and with the blessing of his spiritual father and biological parents, he embarked on his ministry.
In 2009, he was ordained as a Pastor by Reverend Chris Oyakhilome, President of Believers’ LoveWorld Inc. and Christ Embassy Church.
In 2014, he was consecrated as a Bishop by Bishop Dag Heward-Mills, founder and president of The United Denominations Originating from the Lighthouse Group of Churches (UD-OLGC, formerly Lighthouse Chapel International).
In 2015, he received an Honorary Doctorate. That same year, he launched radio stations in all six provinces of Madagascar.
In 2021, he established his first television station, Change TV.
Bible Teacher and Author
Throughout his ministry, and even today, he continues to teach, train, and mentor men and women, equipping them to become devoted servants of God with a lasting impact.
Bishop Patrick is also the author of several books, written in Malagasy, French, and English, providing spiritual guidance and wisdom to believers worldwide.
Today, SHINE Church has grown to include several hundred satellite churches, expanding across the world. The number of believers continues to increase, reflecting the powerful movement of faith and transformation led by his ministry.
The church is expanding
With over 20 years of anointed ministry, Bishop Patrick Andrianarivo has dedicated his life to spreading the Gospel and transforming lives. His passion for souls drives him to preach, heal, and deliver, leading people into a deep relationship with Christ.
A bold and visionary leader, he ensures that the message of salvation, hope, and transformation reaches as many as possible. His ministry continues to grow locally and internationally, not only through preaching but also by raising leaders, planting churches, and empowering believers to serve and expand God’s Kingdom.
In addition to leading SHINE Church, Bishop Patrick has founded several other growing churches, each with a unique mission and focus, catering to different groups of believers. These churches include:
- FMK (The Church of Christian Entrepreneurs) – Empowering business-minded believers to integrate faith and entrepreneurship.
- The New Life – A ministry dedicated to guiding people into spiritual renewal and a transformed life in Christ.
- FVF (The Church of the Woman of Faith) – A church designed to equip and uplift women, helping them grow in faith and leadership.
- FTS (The Church of the Happy Home) – Focused on strengthening families, marriages, and relationships through biblical principles.
- EFS (Shine Francophone Church) – A vibrant congregation bringing together French-speaking believers from different nations.
- YFC (The Church of Youth for Christ) – A youth-oriented church committed to raising a generation of young leaders on fire for God.
- Ado Shine Church (The Church for Teenagers) – A space for teenagers to grow in faith, discover their purpose, and build a strong foundation in Christ.
Through these ministries, Bishop Patrick continues to impact countless lives, nurturing believers, raising leaders, and expanding God’s Kingdom across nations. His vision is clear: to build a church that is alive, growing, and reaching every corner of the world with the power of the Gospel.
