The United Methodist Church of Southern Africa (UMCSA), Wild Coast District No. 500, is preparing to host its Annual Convention for the Local Preachers Association (LPA) and the Young Women’s Union from 27 to 30 March 2025 at the Ntukai Circuit.
This year’s theme, “Rediscover God’s Plan and Purpose,” will serve as a spiritual foundation for the four-day gathering, which blends worship, community dialogue, and outreach aimed at uplifting both faith and society.
The event will be hosted by the ladies and evangelists of the United Methodist Church of SA, Wild Coast District No. 500 Ntukai Circuit.
Presiding over the event will be Bishop Jongisango Mbiza, who extended an open invitation to all through a recorded message:
“I greet you in the wonderful name of our Lord Jesus Christ. It’s a great pleasure for me to talk to you on this platform,” said Bishop Mbiza. “I also invite you to come and join us in the 2025 Annual Convention for the LPA and Young Women’s Manyano, which will be held in Ntukai Circuit from the 27th to the 30th of March.”
He described the gathering as a sacred time for united prayer, consultation, fellowship, and evangelism of unreached souls.
“The theme of the convention is Rediscover God’s Plan and Purpose. We invite everyone to join us in these services,” Mbiza added. “We also want to pray for our nation—for peace, against violence, and for harmony.”
A Call for Youth Engagement and Social Outreach
Speaking on behalf of the church, Miss N. Zembe, treasurer of the Ntukai Circuit No. 500, emphasized the church’s role in guiding young people who struggle to align their lives with Christian values.
“Many young people cannot differentiate the ways of God from the ways of the world,” Zembe said. “How you carry yourself should reflect the life of a believer—not just inside church walls, but outside too.”
Zembe noted that inconsistent behavior by some congregants makes it difficult for the church to maintain credibility in its teachings.
“Some will act holy in church but live differently outside. That’s why many don’t take the message seriously,” she added.
Beyond spiritual revival, the church has remained actively involved in community support—distributing food parcels, assisting vulnerable families, and now calling for more youth-friendly initiatives within the church.
“The church should feel like a home,” said Zembe. “It should offer counseling, skills training, and safe spaces for the homeless. If we make church more relatable, we will attract and keep more young people.”
A Convention with Lasting Impact
The Annual Convention not only aims to restore spiritual connection but also reaffirms the church’s commitment to addressing pressing social issues like poverty, youth disconnection, and the need for moral leadership.
As the 2025 gathering draws near, leaders such as Bishop Mbiza and Miss Zembe hope to inspire lasting transformation within both the church and the broader community.
