Monrovia – An eye-opening Church Leadership and Business Conference organized by the Council for Churches in Africa (CCA) Liberia Charter has concluded with a three-day revival service at the In God We Trust Outreach International Ministry.
The conference brought together CCA-Liberia leaders, members, pastors, and Christians from various denominations for teachings focused on church leadership, ministry, unity, and economic empowerment.
“I learned a lot, especially about the role of shepherds and church members,” said participant Blessing Foley. “As members, we must pray for our pastors, support the church spiritually and financially, and work together for the growth of the ministry.”
The conference was led by Bishop Dr. Rocky Moyo, Continental President of the Council for Churches in Africa, who delivered a series of teachings that challenged church leaders to strengthen their ministries and promote unity within the body of Christ.
Bishop Moyo warned that false prophets, unauthorized speaking in tongues, boastfulness, and disunity are undermining the church worldwide. He also encouraged pastors, evangelists, and church leaders to avoid becoming overly dependent on church offerings for survival.
“Some pastors solely depend on the Bible to preach and survive,” Bishop Moyo said. “If God takes the Bible from you, how will you survive?”
He urged pastors and ministers to have spiritual fathers who can provide guidance, accountability, and mentorship, citing the biblical example of Eli mentoring the young Samuel.
The CCA president also condemned the practice of church members breaking away to establish separate congregations while still serving under another pastor, saying such actions often create division and weaken the church.
“Let us fight together, think together, speak with one voice, and work together. Through unity, we can achieve meaningful results,” Bishop Moyo said.
He further cautioned pastors and ministers against engaging in immoral conduct and emphasized the need for holiness, discipline, and integrity among church leaders.
Bishop Moyo encouraged his fellow ministers to focus on building God’s kingdom, noting that those who faithfully serve God will not be put to shame.
“Not everyone can hear from God directly unless they have been chosen for that purpose,” he said, adding that there is a distinction between a prophet, a seer, and other spiritual callings.
He stressed that the church can only advance through unity and cooperation.
“Cooperation will help us support one another instead of relying solely on individual strength,” he said.
As part of efforts to promote economic empowerment among church leaders and members, Bishop Moyo also facilitated the formation of a cooperative initiative for CCA-Liberia.
Pastor Lawrence Bestman, another participant, described the conference as transformative.
“The conference was truly eye-opening,” Bestman said. “I learned how to respond when wounded as a shepherd and how to navigate family challenges, financial pressures, and other difficulties that ministry leaders often face.”
He added that pastors and church leaders should develop practical skills and engage in productive work to support their families and ministries.
“Pastors and church leaders should not depend entirely on tithes and offerings. They should be skilled and able to generate income to support both their families and the church,” he said.
Bestman also noted one of the key lessons from the conference: “The church is different from a ministry. Ministry is an individual’s fulfillment of God’s calling.”
At the close of the conference, CCA-Liberia leaders expressed appreciation to Bishop Moyo for his teachings and for traveling to Liberia to share his experience and knowledge with local church leaders.
Meanwhile, the three-day revival service that began Wednesday at In God We Trust Outreach International Ministry, located near the GSA Rehab Junction, is continuing and is expected to conclude on Friday.
