Church Service Disrupted by Violent Conflict in Federal Capital Territory
In a shocking turn of events, a church service at the United Methodist Church in the Durumi area of the Federal Capital Territory was abruptly halted as members became involved in a heated altercation. The disturbance persisted for several hours, leading to significant damage to church property and necessitating intervention from law enforcement to restore order.
Initial attempts by the police to quell the conflict were unsuccessful, prompting the use of tear gas to disperse the crowd. Following the incident, officers secured the premises, dismissed congregants, and took several church elders into custody for questioning.
A church member, wishing to remain anonymous, expressed dissatisfaction over the internal strife. They revealed that tensions had escalated among church elders regarding a controversial decision to separate from their headquarters in the United States. The member indicated that the church released new practices that conflicted with local cultural norms, sparking division among leadership.
“The headquarters made some decisions that are not aligned with our traditions. Some elders believed we should sever ties and rebrand the church, while others opposed this idea, resulting in a factional split. There was even talk of pursuing legal action, but the outcome remains unclear,” the member disclosed.
According to the source, the conflict reached a boiling point during the pastor’s address, wherein he announced plans to proceed with legal measures to maintain the church’s affiliation with its U.S. headquarters. This announcement allegedly triggered the subsequent violence.
The police spokesperson confirmed the altercation, stating that the Commissioner of Police had summoned the church elders to a meeting to discuss the events that transpired.
The situation raises concerns about the growing tensions within faith communities and the impact of differing cultural practices on unity and governance. As investigations continue, all eyes will be on the church leadership to facilitate resolution and restore peace among its congregation.
