Ganta, Nimba County – March 2, 2026 — Beyond sermons and ceremonial robes, the first Annual Conference of the Grain Coast Annual Conference (GCAC) of the Global Methodist Church in Liberia has emerged as a defining statement about doctrinal identity, leadership consolidation, and the future trajectory of the denomination in the country.
Held from February 23 to March 1 in Ganta City, Nimba County, the historic gathering brought together clergy, lay delegates, and church leaders from across Liberia under one unified theological banner: a renewed commitment to biblical orthodoxy and structured ecclesiastical governance.
While many religious conferences conclude with resolutions and routine communiqués, this inaugural GCAC assembly carried symbolic and institutional weight. It marked not only administrative formalization but also the public consolidation of a movement seeking to entrench scriptural authority at the core of its expansion strategy.
A Conference Framed Around Conviction
Associate Pastor of Ebenezer Global Methodist Church and host of the “Let’s Pray” Radio Broadcast, Rev. Francis Quarshie Sr., described the conference as more than a routine denominational assembly. According to him, the gathering reinforced a collective resolve among believers to safeguard and propagate biblical truth amid shifting theological currents.
His remarks underscore a broader narrative: the Global Methodist Church in Liberia is positioning itself not merely as another denominational presence, but as a reform-oriented body determined to articulate doctrinal clarity in a complex religious landscape.
Leadership Under the Spotlight
Rev. Quarshie specifically commended the leadership of Bishop John Pena Auta and Conference Superintendent Rev. Dr. Jerry P. Kulah for what he characterized as a well-coordinated and spiritually impactful conference. Their stewardship, he noted, demonstrated organizational maturity and a disciplined approach to church governance.
Observers point out that the successful hosting of a first annual conference often sets the tone for institutional credibility. In this case, the smooth coordination, ordination ceremonies, and structured proceedings reflect a leadership intent on projecting stability and administrative competence.
Ordination as Continuity and Calling
One of the emotional high points of the conference was the ordination of new clergy—an act that symbolizes both continuity and expansion. Rev. Quarshie welcomed the newly ordained ministers, urging them to defend their calling through truth-telling, faithful proclamation of the Gospel, and sound biblical instruction.
Ordination within such a formative conference setting serves a dual purpose: strengthening pastoral ranks while embedding clergy within a clearly defined theological framework. For a denomination still consolidating its presence in Liberia, this represents both spiritual reinforcement and strategic growth.
Personal Faith Meets Institutional Milestone
In a deeply personal reflection, Rev. Quarshie expressed gratitude to his spiritual mentor, Rev. Rodney H. Marshall, acknowledging his guidance and unwavering commitment to scriptural holiness. He further revealed the emotional resonance of witnessing his elder brother’s ordination—describing it as the fulfillment of their late mother’s dream.
“This conference marks the beginning of a renewed spiritual journey,” he said, capturing both the institutional and personal significance of the moment.
A New Chapter for Liberian Methodism
As the Grain Coast Annual Conference closes its first formal chapter, the broader implication is clear: the Global Methodist Church in Liberia is seeking to root its growth in doctrinal conviction, leadership structure, and grassroots mobilization.
If the tone set in Ganta is sustained, the conference may be remembered not simply as an inaugural assembly, but as a foundational turning point—one that signaled a recalibrated religious movement determined to define its theological and organizational identity with clarity.
