Children of Promise: Methodist Bishop Celebrates Future Leaders on Children’s Day
By The Rev. Onyemaechi Charles May 27, 2025 | Owerri As the world commemorates International Children’s Day 2025 , the Methodist Church Nigeria, Diocese of Owerri , joins millions across the globe in celebrating the beauty, potential, and divine promise in every child. In a moving message, His Lordship, Rt. Rev. Geoffrey U. Kanu JP , the Diocesan Bishop, conveyed heartfelt greetings to all Nigerian children, with a special emphasis on Methodist children, describing them as “Adorable children and true representatives of the Church’s future and the hope of our beloved country, Nigeria.” Faith in Their Future: “He Will Rise Again” Speaking in alignment with this year’s theme, “He Will Rise Again” – John 11:23b , Bishop Kanu urged the Church to see children not only as the future but as “living witnesses of resurrection power.” “Just like Lazarus rose by the command of Jesus, our children shall rise in strength, wisdom, and greatness,” he declared. “Their drea...