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TRAINING: Over 230 Church Leaders Attend United Methodist Leadership Training in Jalingo


By Jako.

 More than 230 Episcopal leaders from across the five Annual Conferences of the United Methodist Church Nigeria Episcopal Area converged in Jalingo for a three-day leadership training aimed at equipping newly appointed church leaders for their ministerial responsibilities.

The training, which began with an opening worship session led by Rev. Dr. Isa Duna, Assistant to the Bishop of the Nigeria Episcopal Area, served as a platform to usher in a new era of leadership in the church. Rev. Eli Yakku, Dean of the Cabinet, read from Ephesians 4:1-3, reminding participants of their divine calling to be instruments of transformation within the church and society.

In his keynote address, Resident Bishop of the United Methodist Church in Nigeria and Mission Districts of Cameroon and Senegal, Bishop Ande Emmanuel, unveiled the church’s vision to establish 100 new churches across Nigeria by 2028. He described the leaders as the “lifewire and backbone” of the Nigeria Episcopal Area, stressing the sacred nature of their duties in fostering growth and unity within the church.

“The purpose of this seminar,” Bishop Emmanuel said, “is to equip our new leaders with the right tools to serve the people faithfully. You are entrusted with sacred responsibilities that require fresh initiatives for the advancement of the church’s mission.”

The training covered a wide range of topics including church administration, digital technology, financial stewardship, communications, membership development, apportionment, and spiritual leadership. Bishop Emmanuel noted that the training signals the beginning of a new quadriennium for the United Methodist Church in Nigeria, and is intended to inspire purposeful and united leadership.

Joining virtually from the United States, Bishop John Schol served as one of the key resource persons. He delivered a lecture on the historical roots of Methodism, its foundational values, and the qualities required for effective church leadership. He emphasized the need for character, inclusivity, and future-oriented thinking in the church’s operations.

Rev. Dr. Eunice Iliya, Administrative Secretary of the Nigeria Episcopal Area, also addressed the participants on the importance of the training, noting that it would help the church learn from its past challenges and move forward with renewed clarity.

The program featured interactive sessions, during which leaders contributed insights and strategic ideas for strengthening various ministries. Participants were encouraged to develop actionable plans to support both the spiritual and structural growth of the church.

The training concluded with a solemn communion service officiated by Bishop Ande Emmanuel, symbolizing unity and spiritual renewal among the participants.

The leadership training marks a pivotal step in preparing the next generation of church leaders for the responsibilities ahead, as the United Methodist Church in Nigeria intensifies its mission and outreach efforts.

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