By Gbayor Charles Gbayor
Freetown, Sierra Leone – Bishop Samuel J. Quire Jr. Resident Bishop of the Liberia Annual Conference of The United Methodist Church was honored with the prestigious “Father of Faith” Award by the West Africa Central Conference Youth and Young Adults Network. The inscription on the award reads:
“In recognition of your excellent leadership in the United Methodist Church.”
Young people representatives from Sierra Leone, Liberia, Senegal, Nigeria, and Cameroon participated in the Youth and Young Adults gathering organized by the West Africa Central Conference Youth of The United Methodist Church.
Receiving the award, Bishop Quire said,
“We are United Methodists and we will remain United Methodists until death. I am grateful for this award.”
Bishop Quire encouraged young people to rise above fear and become agents of transformation in their communities. Quoting the Apostle Paul, he reminded them:
“Let no one despise your youth, but set an example in speech, in conduct, in love, in faith, and in purity.”
He urged them to take bold steps in leadership, evangelism, technology, education, and advocacy, emphasizing that God has given their generation unique tools to make a lasting impact.
The award celebrates Bishop Quire’s outstanding leadership, unwavering commitment, and dedication to empowering youth and young adults within the Church. His work continues to inspire and shape the next generation of church leaders, reflecting his enduring legacy of faith, mentorship, and service.