The Knights of St. John International (KSJI) and Ladies’ Auxiliary, Ghana, successfully held their 12th Biennial Supreme Subordinate Convention from the 2nd to 5th October 2025 at the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST), Kumasi on the theme: “Pilgrims of Hope, A Year of Discipleship: The Role of the Knights and Ladies of KSJI.”
The four-day Biennial Convention brought together Knights and Ladies from across the country for a period of spiritual renewal, reflection, leadership transition, and fraternal unity.
The event commenced on Friday with a solemn Memorial Mass celebrated in honour of all departed Brothers and Sisters of the Noble Order.
This was followed by the Official Opening Ceremony, where Most Rev. John Opoku Agyemang, Bishop of Konongo-Mampong, delivered a powerful and inspiring keynote address on the theme of the convention, urging members to deepen their discipleship and commitment to service in faith and hope.
Among the dignitaries and senior officers who graced the convention were high-ranking leaders of the Order from Ghana and beyond, including Senior Officers from Togo and Liberia Supreme Subordinate Commanderies as well as a delegation from the Knights and Ladies of Marshall.
Their presence underscored the spirit of unity and collaboration that exists among fraternal Catholic orders within the subregion.
A key highlight of the convention was the peaceful election and installation of new officers who will lead the Supreme Subordinate Commandery and Ladies’ Auxiliary for the next biennium.
The new administration is led by Major General Sir Eng. Joseph Charles Osei and Noble Sister Emma Ethel Asomani, who were installed as Presidents of the Supreme Subordinate Commandery and Ladies’ Auxiliary, Ghana, respectively.
At the close of the Convention, members adopted key resolutions aimed at strengthening the spiritual, administrative, and social mission of the Order across the country.
The convention officially concluded with a Thanksgiving Mass, followed by a colourful socialization and dinner, which provided an opportunity for members to celebrate, interact, and reflect on the successes of the gathering.
The Supreme Subordinate Commandery and Ladies’ Auxiliary express profound gratitude to all delegates, clergy, dignitaries, and Observers for their contributions to the success of the 12th Biennial Convention.
The Order remains steadfast in its mission of faith, unity, and service as true Pilgrims of Hope in the journey of discipleship.
By Celestine Edem Gbologah
