Storm in Methodist: Church members challenge man of God's rule in secular courts

The presiding Bishop of Methodist church in Kenya Rev Joseph Ntombura (centre) Rev Daniel Mutea, Bishop Nkubu Synod (right) and Rev Henley Kaai (in black) sing during the dedication of Makuru MCK Church at Githongo Circuit, Meru County. [Phares Mutembei/Standard]

The Methodist Church of Kenya is embroiled in leadership wrangles that have led to court cases.

The church founded in 1967 is swamped by court disputes, particularly by those opposed to the leadership of its current Bishop, Joseph Ntombura.