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HISTORIC UMC SOUTH WEST NIGERIA YOUTH RALLY IGNITES SPIRITUAL REVIVAL Garin Dogo Lau Local Government 24th May, 2026Th...
24/05/2026

HISTORIC UMC SOUTH WEST NIGERIA YOUTH RALLY IGNITES SPIRITUAL REVIVAL

Garin Dogo Lau Local Government

24th May, 2026

The United Methodist Church Youth and Young Adult Ministry of the South West Nigeria Annual Conference has held its first historic youth rally at Garin Dogo Eugene Wesley District, bringing together young Christians from different districts for spiritual renewal, fellowship, and social activities.

The rally, held between Thursday 21st to 24th, May 2026,, featured a series of activities aimed at strengthening the faith and moral values of youths within the church. Highlights of the programme included Bible studies, praise and worship sessions, football matches, and teachings focused on contemporary challenges facing young people.

One of the major sessions, Bible Study, centered on the theme “Revive Us Again,” where participants were encouraged to embrace spiritual renewal and deepen their commitment to God and the ministry of the church.

Another important teaching titled “Peer Pressure and Their Influence” was delivered by Deacon Titus Silas. The session examined the negative impact of peer pressure on young people and stressed the importance of making godly and responsible decisions.

Deacon Titus Silas also delivered a lecture on “Christian Youth and the Digital Age,” where he urged participants to use digital platforms positively while remaining committed to Christian values and discipline.

The rally also featured a football match between the host district and visiting participants. The highly entertaining game ended 3–2 in favour of the visiting team.

Speaking before the kick-off, the Director of Communication, Nigeria Episcopal Area, Rev. Filibus B. Auta emphasized the importance of unity, peace, and sportsmanship among the youths. Deacon Titus Silas later performed the ceremonial kick-off for the match.

The closing service on Sunday was attended by Bishop Ande Emmanuel, who charged the youths to remain committed to the life and ministry of the church and to live as worthy ambassadors of Jesus Christ in their various communities.

The Bishop encouraged the participants to uphold Christian virtues and remain steadfast in faith despite societal pressures and challenges confronting young people today.

Several dignitaries and church leaders attended the rally, including former Youth Coordinator and Director of Procurement, Mr. Nicodemus Heman; House of Representatives aspirant for Karim Lamido, Ardo Kola and Lau Federal Constituency, Dr. Kenneth Minjeh; Associate Council Director, Rev. Alison Idi Karim, who is also the former General Secretary of Youth Ministry; and the Director of Mission, Nigeria Episcopal Area, who also serves as the Youth Coordinator for West Africa.

Mr. Bolsum Habila Balasa and several other guests and church leaders were also present throughout the programme to encourage and support the youths.

Participants described the rally as spiritually uplifting and impactful, noting that it provided an avenue for fellowship, mentorship, and strengthening of faith among young members of the church.

Rev. Filibus Bakari Auta
Director Communication
UMC Nigeria Episcopal Area

INVITATION TO COMBINED PASTOR'S AND THEIR WIVES RETREAT All pastors and their wives in the South West Nigeria Annual Co...
24/05/2026

INVITATION TO COMBINED PASTOR'S AND THEIR WIVES RETREAT

All pastors and their wives in the South West Nigeria Annual Conference are invited for a 2026 pastors/wife Retreat which is scheduled to hold between 27th to 30th May, 2026
Venue: Jatutu Memorial Cathedral, Magami Jalingo

This shall be one of the historical and life changing moments for your ministry as a pastor. All pastors are therefore encouraged to come along with their spouse unfailingly.

God bless you as you honor this important call;

Anoouncer:

Rev Filibus Bakari Auta
Director Communication
Nigeria Episcopal Area
For Board of Ordained Ministry Chairman
South West Nigeria Annual Conference

23/05/2026

Bishop Ande Emmanuel CALLS FOR CALM A MIDST EXPECTED EX*****ON OF COURT ORDER:

PEACE AND ORDER DIRECTIVE

The Bishop of the United Methodist Church in Nigeria, Ande Emmanuel, has called on clergy, laity, and members of the church to remain peaceful and law-abiding amid the expected ex*****on of a Federal High Court judgment involving the church.

In a peace and order directive issued to members, the bishop urged the faithful to maintain calm and avoid actions capable of escalating tensions as legal processes continue.

Addressing members of the church, Bishop Emmanuel stressed the need for discipline, prayerfulness, and strict adherence to the rule of law.

“Following the judgment of the Federal High Court and the ongoing legal processes, all members are hereby directed to remain peaceful, law-abiding, prayerful, and disciplined,” the bishop stated.

He warned that no member, clergy, or church leader should engage in violence, confrontation, threats, or inflammatory statements under any circumstance.

The bishop further explained that all enforcement and implementation processes connected to the court ruling would be handled strictly within the confines of the law and under the guidance of the church’s legal team.

He also advised churches across the country to continue their worship services peacefully while avoiding actions that could bring disrepute to Christianity and the church.

Quoting scripture, Bishop Emmanuel reminded members that the church’s mission remains rooted in peace, justice, truth, and holiness.

“Our struggle is not against flesh and blood, but we are called to pursue peace, truth, justice, and holiness,” he noted.

The cleric reaffirmed the church’s commitment to reconciliation, unity among believers, and the faithful mission of the Church of Jesus Christ, while praying for divine wisdom, healing, and peace during the period.

The directive comes amid heightened attention within the church community following the court judgment and expectations surrounding its enforcement.

UMC Nigeria Episcopal Area
Communication Team

This is Rev Filibus Bakari Auta The Director of Communications for The United Methodist Church's Nigeria Episcopal Area,...
21/05/2026

This is Rev Filibus Bakari Auta

The Director of Communications for The United Methodist Church's Nigeria Episcopal Area, led by Bishop Ande I. Emmanuel. He's actively involved in reporting on church activities, humanitarian crises, and community development initiatives. Notably, he provided updates on a violent attack in Karim Lamido, Nigeria, where 24 United Methodists were killed, and the church's subsequent relief efforts. His work highlights the church's commitment to peace, unity, and support for affected communities.

Filibus also led the episcopal communication team to reports conference proceedings of the five annual Conferences of Nigeria Episcopal Area and the district conferences held in Cameroon and Senegal.

We are glad to have him on board as our leader of the communication team.

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Communication Team

Bishop Ande Emmanuel CELEBRATES THE LIVED LEGACY OF LATE BISHOP DONE PETER DABALEThe bishop pured his heart in prayer; g...
21/05/2026

Bishop Ande Emmanuel CELEBRATES THE LIVED LEGACY OF LATE BISHOP DONE PETER DABALE

The bishop pured his heart in prayer; gracious God we thank you for the life and faithful ministry of Your servant, Bishop Done Peter Dabale. We bless You for Bishop Dabale's dedication to the Church, his love for your people, and his unwavering commitment to the Gospel of Jesus Christ.

Lord, grant him eternal rest in your heavenly kingdom, where there is no pain, sorrow, or suffering. May his good works continue to inspire us to walk in faith, unity, humility, and service.

Comfort his family, the Church, and all who mourn his passing. Strengthen us to carry forward the vision and mission he faithfully upheld.

May his soul rest in perfect peace through Christ our Lord. Amen.,

BREAKING NEWS!ANNOUNCEMENT OF EPISCOPAL APPOINTMENTS:Bishop Ande Emmanuel of the United Methodist Church has approved ap...
21/05/2026

BREAKING NEWS!

ANNOUNCEMENT OF EPISCOPAL APPOINTMENTS:

Bishop Ande Emmanuel of the United Methodist Church has approved appointment/transfer of the following persons in Communication Department:

1. Lawyer Meshack Mathew as Associate Communication Director South West Nigeria Annual Conference

2. Ceno Danladi Dikko as Media Aide Episcopal Office

3. Jakurata Noah as Media Aide Episcopal Office

All appointments takes effect from 1st May, 2026
All affected persons are required to meet the director Communication in Bishop' s office for collection of their appointment letter tomorrow by 10am prompt unfailingly.

Congratulations to the appointees.

Sign
Rev Filibus Bakari Auta
Director Communication
for Bishop Ande I. Emmanuel

OFFICE OF THE BISHOPTHE UNITED METHODIST CHURCHBUREAU DE L’ÉVÊQUEL’ÉGLISE MÉTHODISTE UNIEEPISCOPAL REMINDER AND DIRECTIV...
17/05/2026

OFFICE OF THE BISHOP
THE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH

BUREAU DE L’ÉVÊQUE
L’ÉGLISE MÉTHODISTE UNIE

EPISCOPAL REMINDER AND DIRECTIVE
RAPPEL ET DIRECTIVE ÉPISCOPALE

Grace and peace to you in the name of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.

Que la grâce et la paix de notre Seigneur et Sauveur Jésus-Christ soient avec vous.

This is to strongly remind all Conferences, Districts, Circuits, Stations, Societies, and Local Churches of The United Methodist Church in Nigeria, Cameroon, and Senegal that tomorrow, Sunday 17th May 2026, shall be fully observed as the CENTRAL CONFERENCE THEOLOGICAL ENDOWMENT FUNDRAISING SUNDAY.

Par la présente, nous rappelons avec insistance à toutes les Conférences, Districts, Circuits, Stations, Sociétés et Églises Locales de l’Église Méthodiste Unie au Nigeria, au Cameroun et au Sénégal que ce dimanche 17 mai 2026 sera entièrement consacré à la JOURNÉE DE LEVÉE DE FONDS POUR LE FONDS DE DOTATION THÉOLOGIQUE DE LA CONFÉRENCE CENTRALE.

As previously decreed by the authority of the Church, ALL collections received during worship services tomorrow are to be wholly dedicated to the Central Conference Theological Endowment Fund.

Conformément à la directive précédemment donnée par l’autorité de l’Église, TOUTES les offrandes et collectes reçues durant les cultes de demain devront être entièrement versées au Fonds de Dotation Théologique de la Conférence Centrale.

This is not an optional appeal, but a sacred collective responsibility and covenant commitment toward the future of theological education, ministerial formation, leadership development, and the strengthening of authentic Wesleyan witness across Africa.

Il ne s’agit pas d’un simple appel facultatif, mais d’une responsabilité sacrée et d’un engagement collectif pour l’avenir de la formation théologique, du développement du leadership chrétien et du renforcement du témoignage méthodiste wesleyen authentique en Afrique.

I therefore direct all:
• Conference Superintendents
• District Superintendents
• Pastors and Clergy
• Lay Leaders
• Men, Women, Youth and Young Adult Ministries

to ensure full compliance, proper mobilization, and faithful observance in every United Methodist congregation.

Par conséquent, j’instruis tous :
• Surintendants de Conférence
• Surintendants de District
• Pasteurs et membres du clergé
• Responsables laïcs
• Organisations des Hommes, Femmes, Jeunes et Jeunes Adultes

à assurer une mobilisation totale et une observance fidèle dans toutes les congrégations méthodistes unies.

The future of the Church depends greatly on the quality of theological education and spiritual leadership we build today. Through this sacrifice, we are investing in future pastors, teachers, missionaries, evangelists, and servant leaders who will carry the Gospel of Jesus Christ across Africa and beyond.

L’avenir de l’Église dépend de la qualité des dirigeants spirituels et des serviteurs de Dieu que nous formons aujourd’hui. À travers ce sacrifice, nous investissons dans les futurs pasteurs, enseignants, missionnaires, évangélistes et leaders qui porteront l’Évangile de Jésus-Christ à travers l’Afrique et au-delà.

Let every congregation give prayerfully, generously, sacrificially, and joyfully unto the Lord.

Que chaque Église donne avec foi, générosité, sacrifice et joie pour l’œuvre du Seigneur.

“Honour the Lord with thy substance…” — Proverbs 3:9
« Honore l’Éternel avec tes biens… » — Proverbes 3:9

+ Bishop Ande Emmanuel
Resident Bishop
The United Methodist Church

+ Évêque Ande Emmanuel
Évêque Résident
L’Église Méthodiste Unie

ANNOUNCEMENT FROM OUR PARTNERS AT THE UMC YOUNG PEOPLE’S CONNECTIONAL NETWORK: The Young People’s Connectional Network ...
16/05/2026

ANNOUNCEMENT FROM OUR PARTNERS AT THE UMC YOUNG PEOPLE’S CONNECTIONAL NETWORK:

The Young People’s Connectional Network (YPCN) joyfully shares with you an opportunity for emerging leaders within our United Methodist connection to grow in faith, leadership, and digital discipleship through the Kern Fund Project: Connected in Spirit – A Regional Digital Discipleship and Mentorship Cohort for Emerging Leaders.


This initiative is a 12-month cohort program designed to nurture young leaders through theological reflection, community building, and skills development. It will be guided by trained cohort leaders and grounded in Wesleyan values of faith, service, and connection.


We are seeking your support in endorsing and promoting this program to qualified and passionate leaders within your congregation or district who may serve as Cohort Leaders. Your endorsement will play a vital role in ensuring that capable and committed mentors help guide this global initiative that seeks to make disciples in a digitally connected world.


The application period for interested Cohort Leaders opens on May 5, 2026 and ends on May 31, 2026. Below are the application links for those who may be interested, available in five languages to ensure wider accessibility:

English: https://forms.gle/5pg3ESs9jko25xrg7
Portuguese: https://forms.gle/7FLGKPA4a5ecnkMf9
German: https://forms.gle/DuJeLSh7XyDrigaN8
French: https://forms.gle/EoqfhdX5cEwfNVZSA
Swahili: https://forms.gle/4N4rLfPgYKuimafQ8

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