Rédaction Africa Links 24 with Ghanaian Times
Published on 2024-02-26 08:59:00
The President of Ghana, Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo, recently addressed the African Christian Movement, urging them to not only focus on the spiritual growth of the people but also on their socio-economic development. He emphasized the need for the Christian community to collaborate closely with the state in addressing the challenges faced by the citizens.
During a meeting with a delegation from the Global Christian Forum (GCF) at the Jubilee House in Accra, President Akufo-Addo highlighted the importance of the state and the Christian community working together to tackle common problems. He acknowledged the symbiotic relationship between the government and the Christian community in Ghana, stating that they are essentially working towards the same goal, albeit from different perspectives.
The purpose of the visit was to inform the President about the upcoming 25th anniversary celebration of the GCF and its 4th forum, which is set to be held in Accra from April 15 to 20. The theme of the forum, “That the world may know,” aims to bring together around 300 global Christian leaders from various churches worldwide.
President Akufo-Addo commended the choice of Ghana as the host country for the event, given the nation’s strong Christian affiliation, with approximately 72% of the population identifying as Christians. He expressed his gratitude for the work being done by the GCF in uniting different Christian denominations under one umbrella.
Reverend Dr. Wesley Granberg-Michaelson, the President of GCF, highlighted the shared goals of the organization and the government in reconciling political divisions within the country and among Christian denominations. He emphasized the importance of building trust and unity among the diverse Christian communities worldwide, which consist of approximately 47,000 different denominations.
Reverend Granberg-Michaelson also noted the significant shift of Christianity to the global south, particularly Africa, where it is estimated to make up 40% of the global Christian population by the next year. He stressed the importance of creating a space for both new and traditional voices within the Church to come together in solidarity under the common bond of Christ.
The GCF aims to facilitate relationships and understanding among various Christian factions, regardless of doctrinal differences, through a spirit of unity and shared faith in God. Their unique calling is to bring together the diversity of Catholic, Orthodox, Evangelical, Pentecostal, African instituted, and other Christian groups to celebrate their common belief and values.
President Akufo-Addo and Reverend Granberg-Michaelson’s meeting underscored the importance of collaboration between the state and the Christian community in addressing both spiritual and socio-economic challenges facing the people. By working together, they can make a significant impact on the lives of the citizens and contribute to the overall development of the country and the continent at large.
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