UMC Africa bishops seek global support amid regional conflicts
The Africa College of Bishops of the United Methodist Church (UMC) has appealed for global solidarity as violence continues to plague regions such as eastern Democratic Republic of Congo, northern Mozambique, Sudan, and South Sudan. The call came at the conclusion of the bishops’ recent conference in Luanda, Angola, where 17 active and retired bishops, including Bishop Mande Muyombo, President of the Africa College of Bishops, signed a joint statement urging prayers, advocacy, and action for peace, healing, and reconciliation. During the gathering, the bishops met with Angolan President and African Union Chairperson João Lourenço at the Presidential Palace, commending his mediation efforts to resolve regional conflicts. Discussions also focused on promoting peace and sustainable development across Africa. The bishops reaffirmed their commitment to a united global UMC, while backing regional autonomy and the contextualisation of ministry practices. They reiterated […]