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    LGBTQ Dispute Forces Closure of St. Nagbe UMC; Bishop’s Order Sparks Tension

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    By : Sam Payedoo

    Monrovia – The ongoing LGBTQ-related dispute at the St. Nagbe United Methodist Church on 13th Street has entered a new phase of unrest after Bishop Samuel Quire ordered the Liberia National Police to close the church until the matter is resolved.

    The conflict, which has been brewing for months , reportedly centers on internal disagreements within the congregation over alleged efforts to introduce same-sex marriage practices into the church’s policies. While supporters of the move argue it aligns with principles of inclusivity and equal rights, opponents maintain it conflicts with the church’s longstanding doctrines and Liberian cultural norms.

    Bishop Quire, head of the United Methodist Church in Liberia, issued the closure directive this week, citing fears that the dispute could escalate into physical confrontations if left unchecked. “This decision is to ensure safety and order while we seek a resolution,” the Bishop stated.

    However, the move has triggered mixed reactions in the community. Some members welcome the police intervention as a step toward restoring calm, while others question whether law enforcement should be enforcing an order tied to a doctrinal dispute. Critics argue that police involvement in what they view as a religious matter risks inflaming tensions further.

    Eyewitnesses reported that uniformed officers arrived at the church on Sunday  morning, August 10,2025, sealing off entrances and advising members to avoid gathering until further notice.

    Civil society observers have urged dialogue, warning that the crisis threatens both the unity of the congregation and the broader public’s trust in institutions. Religious leaders from other denominations have also called for mediation rather than prolonged closure.

    The church’s leadership has yet to announce a timeline for resolving the matter, leaving many congregants uncertain about when worship services will resume.

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