The Global Methodist Church started in Zimbabwe at Easter, with many people coming together in Murehwa. This new church formed because conservatives left the United Methodist Church over gay rights issues. They wanted to keep traditional values instead of accepting liberal changes. The GMC follows strict Bible teachings according to its leader, Reverend Forbes Matonga, who runs the Zimbabwe branch for now. Zimbabwe will host the first GMC General Conference in 2026 after becoming an official member later this year.
Local chiefs really like what the GMC stands for. Chief Goronga praised how the church protects cultural values, and Chief Mangwende thanked them for holding firm to Bible truth. Other tribal leaders, such as Chief Negomo, also support the GMC's traditional approach. The GMC makes its position against homosexuality very clear. Last month, twelve pastors quit the UMC because they disagreed with its views on gay relationships. These pastors preferred the traditional Wesleyan beliefs that guide the GMC.
Local chiefs really like what the GMC stands for. Chief Goronga praised how the church protects cultural values, and Chief Mangwende thanked them for holding firm to Bible truth. Other tribal leaders, such as Chief Negomo, also support the GMC's traditional approach. The GMC makes its position against homosexuality very clear. Last month, twelve pastors quit the UMC because they disagreed with its views on gay relationships. These pastors preferred the traditional Wesleyan beliefs that guide the GMC.
