Kowa, Moses

Moses Kowa is an International Global Mission Fellow with the United Methodist General Board of Global Ministries, engaged in a two-year term of service.  

The Global Mission Fellows program takes young adults ages 20-30 out of their home environments and places them in new contexts for mission experience and service. The program has a strong emphasis on faith and justice. Global Mission Fellows become active parts of their new local communities. They connect the Church in mission across cultural and geographical boundaries. They grow in personal and social holiness and become strong young leaders working to build just communities in a peaceful world. 

A lay member of Rogers Memorial United Methodist Church, Bo, related to the Sierra Leone Annual Conference, Moses is the Choirmaster, the Administrative Council Secretary General and a member of the Young Adults Organization. He earned a Bachelor of Science degree with honours in Environmental Sciences/Environmental Management and Quality Control.

“Preparing to embark on a mission service,” Moses said, “requires significant commitment, effort, consistency, dedication and sacrifice. Emotional preparation is equally crucial, and spending time in church has provided me with deeper sense of love, reassurance and peace to serve others, instilling confidence that all will be well.”

Moses feels called to mission because he considers it his duty to help people in need and to influence and interact by actively making a difference in the world.

“It is natural to anticipate potential challenges,” Moses declared. “Whether facing difficulties in assigned areas or moments of disappointment, these obstacles can serve as opportunities for personal growth and development. In times of hardship and adversity, I will always rely on faith, seeking support from a trusted circle, and to practice self-compassion. Maintaining resilience and a positive outlook is key.”

Moses has waited many years for something like Global Mission Fellows, which he considers “an amazing opportunity to live out my faith by actively participating and making a difference.

“Serving as a fellow in a community dedicated to pursuing justice aligns perfectly with my deeply held values and aspirations. I am passionate about using my skills and knowledge to create a more equitable and just world. This fellowship presents an unparalleled opportunity to translate my beliefs into tangible action, working alongside like-minded individuals to address pressing social issues. The program’s emphasis on community engagement and hands-on experience is particularly appealing.”

Moses believes that true change requires both theoretical understanding and practical application. “By immersing myself in the community and collaborating with local organizations,” he said, “I can gain a deeper understanding of the challenges faced by marginalized groups and develop effective strategies for addressing them. This experiential learning will be invaluable in shaping my future career path by creating a social justice system for accountability and transparency.”

His primary motivation is to achieve his goals and to become a successful fellow. “I believe I can achieve great things by faith,” Moses said, “through determination and hard work. As a Christian, I am always trusting God by relying on his strength, and resting in him.”

Moses is confident of his abilities to take on the role of Global Mission Fellow. “My goal in life is to be a source of help and inspiration for others,” he said. “My way of achieving that is by sharing knowledge and participating in such programs. My aim is to use the skills of leadership and mentorship where people aspire to learn but lack this tool to reach out to the rest of the world.”

Calling Global Mission Fellows an “adventure,” Moses listed the key benefits of the program: cultural immersion, as well as expanding both professional and personal networks that will help participants acquire valuable skills and knowledge that will help to advance their careers.

“Education gives us the civic right to belong to a group, thereby reshaping our future to be role models in the society, irrespective of our different socioeconomic backgrounds,” Moses said. “Without education, there would be no sustainable development because education is the backbone that serves as a catalyst that speeds up the growth rate of a country.”