The Prelate of the Methodist Church Nigeria, His eminence, Samuel Kalu Uche has charged Christians to remain faithful in doing the work of God.
The Prelate stated this while speaking on the topic “be faithful in your service”, at the closing session of the Methodist Church 88th annual/44th Bienniel national women fellowship conference with the theme, “watch and pray” which attracted delegates from national and international circle held at Wesley Cathedral, Umuahia. The prelate emphasized that those who are faithful to God have not regretted it. Citing the book of Matthew chapter 25 verse 23 to 25, the he pointed out that the best place to be recognized is in the house of God.
in her speech, the wife of the Prelate, Florence Samuel Uche, said the awardees went to arrays of professionals who have used their resources to serve God. She added that the Nneoma award was presented to women who have distinguished themselves in the service of God.
One of the awardees, Pastor Princess Chinyere Sam Onuigbo who received “Nneoma bu ihe” (virtuous woman of light award).
The member representing Ikwuano Umuahia North-south Federal Constituency in the national assembly, Honourable Sam Onuigbo appreciated the Methodist Church for the honour done to his wife and described the award as earned and not purchased.
Sam Onuigbo added that despite the economic downturn, the family will continue to touch lives positively and will also continue to support the growth of the Church and humanity.
Responding, Pastor Chinyere Onuigbo disclosed that the Prelate’s wife listed life touching projects the family has embarked upon that convinced her to accept the award and opined that awards from the vineyard of God encourages others to do more for God.
She states that much of her time is spent thinking on how to do the work of God and impart positively on people especially in the Church.
Princess Sam Onuigbo therefore urged people not to be discouraged but remain focused, because it pays to serve in the vineyard of God.
