The Mampongteng Local Council of Churches has called on Christian denominations in Ghana to deepen their cooperation in promoting peace, justice, moral discipline and national development.
The call was made by Rev. Alexander Kwame Gyasi, who represented the Council at the opening ceremony of the 2026 Plenary Assembly of the Ghana Catholic Bishops’ Conference (GCBC) at Our Lady of Grace Senior High School, Mamponteng, on Monday November 9.
In a goodwill message, Rev. Gyasi said the Church had a responsibility that extended beyond preaching the Gospel, stressing the need for Christian institutions to contribute meaningfully to addressing the moral and socio-economic challenges confronting the country.
“Our responsibility is not only to give the Gospel but also to promote righteousness, peace, justice, moral discipline and the transformation of society,” he said.
He identified moral decline, economic inequalities, family instability and youth development as some of the challenges requiring the attention and collective efforts of religious leaders.
Rev. Gyasi also emphasised the importance of unity among Christian denominations, noting that differences in ecclesiastical traditions should not hinder their shared responsibility to advance the mission of Christ.
Citing Ephesians 4:3, which calls Christians to maintain the unity of the Spirit, he urged churches to strengthen cooperation in evangelisation, peacebuilding, moral development and national transformation.
“When the Church stands together in truth, love and righteousness, our collective voice becomes stronger and our impact on society becomes greater,” he observed.
He further expressed hope that the deliberations of the Bishops would produce recommendations capable of strengthening the Church’s witness, promoting national peace, protecting vulnerable people and empowering the youth.
Rev. Gyasi urged the Bishops to ensure that the outcomes of the assembly translated into practical action rather than remaining only in written recommendations.
The 2026 Plenary Assembly is being held under the theme, “Communion, Participation and Mission: Preparing the Catholic Church in Ghana for Her 150th Anniversary.”
By Theresa Kpordzo// Newswatchgh.com
