Global Methodist Church to build 241 churches in Liberia by 2028

Published: July 23, 2025

Monrovia — The Global Methodist Church in Liberia has unveiled an ambitious plan to build 241 churches over the next three years in what church leaders are calling a bold step to expand their evangelical reach nationwide.

Rev. Dr. Jerry Kulah, Conference Superintendent of the GMC, announced the initiative Wednesday, describing it as a cornerstone of the denomination’s mission strategy to plant new congregations and deepen its spiritual footprint across Liberia.

“This construction project is a reflection of our commitment to spreading the gospel through one of our core priorities—establishing new congregations,” Rev. Kulah told reporters.

The GMC currently operates more than 150 congregations and claims a growing membership of over 26,000. According to Kulah, the expansion is being funded largely through voluntary contributions from members who have pledged financial support toward the building campaign.

He emphasized that the initiative is not a response to any internal or external denominational conflict, but rather a proactive expression of the church’s identity and mission.

“We are focused on building the Global Methodist Church and fulfilling our mission,” Kulah said. “We are not engaged in any conflict with other religious institutions.”

The Global Methodist Church was formally established following a global schism within the broader Methodist movement, particularly over doctrinal and governance issues. In Liberia, the GMC has swiftly grown into a distinct denomination, characterized by its focus on evangelism, theological clarity, and structural expansion.

Kulah said the church’s growth trajectory in Liberia is being shaped by unity among believers and a clear sense of purpose.

“This plan is rooted in faith, not friction,” he said. “We believe Liberia is ripe for spiritual awakening, and the church must be ready—structurally and spiritually—to meet that call.”