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The Pentecostal and Charismatic movement in Sri Lanka has grown significantly over the last century, evolving into one of the country’s most prominent Christian streams. Key leadership is distributed among several major denominations and independent ministries.

Prominent leaders and foundational organizations include:

• Assemblies of God (AOG): The AOG is one of the largest networks in the country. Colton Wickramaratne has served as chairman of the AOG of Sri Lanka for over 25 years. He is also the founding pastor of People’s Church in Narahenpita, Colombo, one of the largest congregations in Sri Lanka.
• The Pentecostal Mission (TPM / CPM): Originating in Sri Lanka as the Ceylon Pentecostal Mission in 1923, it was co-founded by Pastor Paul Ramankutty and Pastor Alwin R. de Alwis. It has a massive international and local presence, headquartered in Mattakkuliya, Colombo.
• Apostolic Diocese of Ceylon (ADC): Rt. Rev. Dr. Kirby de Lanerolle serves as the Chief Overseer/Bishop of the ADC. He is the senior leader of WOWlife Church, with locations in Colombo, and holds continental responsibilities across South Asia and the Middle East.
• Independent & Contemporary Ministries: Leaders like Prophet Jerome Fernando, overseer of The Glorious Church based in Sri Lanka, have built large, highly visible, and contemporary ministries that draw thousands across the island. [1, 2, 3]
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