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Fredrick Christopher Jerome Fernando (born 12 September 1979) known as Prophet Jerome Fernando, is a Christian faith leader, Prophet, preacher, televangelist and a former cricketer in Sri Lanka. He leads the Prophet Jerome Fernando Ministries (PJFM), which focuses on healing, miracles, and prophetic teachings. Prophet Jerome Fernando is known for his ministry at the Miracle Dome, where he claims to perform healings and miracles. Numerous testimonials from attendees describe miraculous healings attributed to his prayers, including cases of cancer and blindness. He married his long time partner Pastor Melanie, and they have two daughters. Mikkela Fernando & Heavenya Fernando.

Milestones

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A pivotal moment in his career was his association with Uebert Angel, a Zimbabwean pastor and businessman. This relationship significantly transformed his ministry. Following their meeting, Fernando adopted a more extravagant lifestyle and shifted his focus towards prosperity gospel, emphasizing financial contributions from his followers.

He founded the "Miracle Dome" in Katunayake, Sri Lanka, which became a central location for his ministry. The dome is known for hosting large gatherings where he claims to perform healings and miracles, attracting many followers seeking spiritual and physical healing.

Early Career and Education

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Jerome Fernando was active as a cricketer before becoming known as a religious figure. He played as a Wicket-keeper batsman during his cricketing career.

Accolades and Recognition

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Jerome Fernando
Personal information
Full name
Fredrick Christopher Jerome Fernando
Born (1979-09-12) 12 September 1979 (age 45)
BattingLeft-handed
RoleWK-Batsman

Fernando has received various accolades, including recognition from the International Human Rights Global Mission, highlighting his influence and outreach efforts within his ministry.

Online Presence

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He maintains an official website and a YouTube channel where he shares sermons, teachings, and testimonials from his ministry.

Controversies

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  • Derogatory Remarks: In May 2023, Fernando made controversial statements about Buddhism during a sermon, claiming that "Buddha was looking for Jesus." This sparked significant backlash from the Buddhist community and led to accusations of religious intolerance. His remarks were deemed derogatory, resulting in calls for legal action against him for inciting religious discord .
  • Legal Issues: Following the uproar, the Sri Lankan Supreme Court ordered an investigation into his comments. He faced a fundamental rights petition filed by religious leaders, and he was subsequently arrested in December 2023 after returning to Sri Lanka from Singapore, where he had fled amidst the controversy. He was released on bail in January 2024, with restrictions on his travel and public statements regarding religion. .

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