Samuel J. Quire
Bishop Samuel J. Quire is the presiding bishop of the United Methodist Church in Liberia. He has faced criticism from breakaway factions for allegedly supporting practices contrary to traditional biblical principles, particularly regarding same-sex marriage. Despite these allegations, he asserts that the church remains committed to its doctrine that defines marriage as a union between a man and a woman.
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Samuel J. Quire is a bishop involved in the joint statement addressing the crisis at Phebe Hospital.
Bishops Insist on Due Process in Phebe Crisis | News
Liberia· 2026-02-27
United Methodist Church Resident Bishop Samuel J. Quire extended profound condolences to the family and loved ones of the deceased.
Remembering Madam Eva Bailey Reed (Sis. Pet): A Caterer of International Repute and Devout Methodist | CommentariesLiberia· 2025-10-17
Bishop Samuel J. Quire ordered the closure of the S.T. Nagbe United Methodist Church following worship service disruptions.
Police Besiege S. T. Nagbe Methodist Church |Liberia· 2025-08-11
Bishop Samuel J. Quire expressed concern over the financial situation of the War and Economic Crimes Court and vowed to intervene.
War Crimes Court Conundrum | NewsLiberia· 2025-06-16
Bishop Samuel J. Quire was engaged by the Council to find a peaceful resolution to the UMC crisis.
LCC Calls for Peaceful Resolution in UMC Crisis | NewsLiberia· 2025-03-04
Dr. Bropleh has called on Bishop Samuel J. Quire to take urgent steps to prevent further violence.
Duazon Methodist Church Leaders Fear for Their Lives | NewsLiberia· 2025-02-19
Bishop Quire has been increasingly supportive of practices considered contrary to biblical teachings by the breakaway group.
Methodist Church in Turmoil | NewsLiberia· 2025-02-14
