UK United Methodist Pastor Chikeya EvictedScotland — The United Methodist Church has reportedly evicted one of its UK-based pastors from church premises in Scotland, sparking concern over alleged bullying and procedural irregularities.
Rev Sabina Chikeya, who had served the church’s mission in Scotland for nearly 18 months, has been ordered to vacate church lodgings with immediate effect. This occurred despite her entitlement to a three-month notice period to conclude her mission and make alternative arrangements.Sources say relations between Rev Chikeya and church authorities deteriorated after she challenged the conduct of the District Supervisor, K H Mudambanuki, particularly over concerns about how she was being trea
ted within the church hierarchy.
Rev Chikeya reportedly lodged complaints alleging workplace bullying and the non-payment of her salary. Individuals familiar with the matter claim that following these complaints, she became a target of retaliation, with Rev Mudambanuki allegedly authorising what they describe as an unconstitutional, unprocedural and unlawful process aimed at forcing her out of her role as mission pastor.
Although Rev Chikeya is said to have resisted efforts to remove her and sought to remain in her post until the end of her term, she has since been served with an eviction notice. The move has reportedly left her temporarily stranded during Scotland’s harsh winter conditions.
She has since found temporary refuge, while sources indicate that church officials are now attempting to arrange a one-way ticket for her return home.
When contacted for comment, Rev Chikeya said she had no option but to comply with the church’s directive. There are growing concerns among those close to her that the alleged bullying and intimidation could adversely affect her healthTendai Marsters Pakaipa… Ko vakadii kutsvaga basa voshanda Monday to to Friday then voshanda ku church Saturday and Sunday…. Nyika dzevatorwa dzinoda uine mari yako and I also think kuti we should learn to fund the gospel from our blown pockets as well instead of waiting for the donors….
Zvinonyidzisa kunzi munhu waMwari ashaya pekugara, uyezve too much politics and backstabbing in the church, it’s high time time for church leaders to work as well, have businesses and multiple streams of income… please forgive me in advance if I’m wrong
