The Christopolis District of the Grain Coast Annual Conference of the Global Methodist Church (GMC) Liberia has officially commenced construction of the Christo Mineral Water Factory, marking a significant milestone in the District’s commitment to sustainable development and long term financial self-reliance. The project demonstrates the church’s determination to strengthen its capacity for ministry through innovative and income-generating initiatives.
The water factory is being constructed within the premises of the David Gueh Global Methodist Church, Liberia and is expected to serve as a sustainable enterprise that will produce safe drinking water while generating revenue to support the church’s mission. Once completed, the facility will contribute to financing evangelism, discipleship, church planting, and community outreach programs across the Christopolis District and beyond.
The initiative is a direct result of an extraordinary local fundraising effort undertaken by members of the Christopolis District in December 2025. Through sacrificial giving and a shared vision for the future, the District raised more than US$15,000 to establish the water factory, reflecting the commitment of clergy and laity to building a financially resilient church capable of sustaining its ministries without overreliance on external support.
Speaking on the commencement of construction, the Conference Superintendent of the Grain Coast Annual Conference, Rev. Dr. Jerry P. Kulah, described the project as a practical demonstration of the church’s commitment to holistic ministry. “The Christo Mineral Water Factory is an extended ministry of empowerment and stewardship. As a church, we are called not only to preach the Gospel but also to develop sustainable initiatives that strengthen our mission, create opportunities, and enable us to serve our communities more effectively. This project reflects our vision of a self-sustaining church that impacts lives spiritually, socially, and economically,” he said.
Also speaking, the Presiding Elder of the Christopolis District, Rev. Dr. Julius Y. Z. K. Williams, praised members of the District for embracing the vision and making significant financial sacrifices to bring it to life. “This project belongs to the people of Christopolis District. Their generosity and commitment have made this milestone possible. We believe this factory will become a lasting legacy that supports the work of the church for generations while providing a valuable service to our communities,” Rev. Dr. Williams stated.
The Christo Mineral Water Factory forms part of the Grain Coast Annual Conference’s broader vision for sustainable development, one of the four strategic pillars of its Five-Year Strategic Plan alongside evangelism, discipleship, and church planting. Through sustainable development initiatives such as agriculture, social enterprises, and small-scale industries, the Conference seeks to equip local churches with the resources needed to finance ministry, expand mission work, and improve the well-being of the communities they serve.
Church leaders believe the water project will not only create a reliable source of income but will also contribute to public health by increasing access to quality drinking water, create employment opportunities, and encourage greater community engagement with the church. The initiative underscores the conviction that the Gospel is most effective when it addresses both the spiritual and practical needs of people.
As construction progresses, members of the Christopolis District remain optimistic that the Christo Mineral Water Factory will become a flagship model for sustainable ministry within the Grain Coast Annual Conference. The project stands as a testament to the power of collective sacrifice, visionary leadership, and the church’s unwavering commitment to building a future where ministry is strengthened through responsible stewardship and sustainable development.
