Accra: A traditional ruler urged catechists and evangelists from the Evangelical Presbyterian Church, Ghana (EPCG) not to compromise their spiritual duties with earthly pleasures. He emphasized the importance of being led by the Holy Spirit to remain on the path of righteousness.
According to Ghana News Agency, Apostle Togbe Kadzaho Dzamase IV, the Dufia of Anlo Afiadenyigba, made this call during the 36th Annual Conference of the National Catechists and Evangelists Union of the Church, held in Anlo Afiadenyigba. The three-day conference, themed 'Care for Creation, the Task and Mission of the Catechist', saw participation from catechists and evangelists representing all 16 presbyteries of the church.
Apostle Togbe Dzamase expressed concern about the misconception propagated by some religious leaders portraying traditional leaders as heathens. This misunderstanding, he said, leads to clerics and Christians distancing themselves from traditional leaders. He advised religious leaders to respect and collaborate with chiefs, who are the custodians of the land, noting that they would bear responsibility if the souls of traditional rulers were lost.
The chief commended the EPCG for its significant contributions in education, health, and the spiritual and physical development of the community. Rev. Dr. Lawson Kwaku Dzanku, Clerk of the General Assembly of the EPCG, reminded catechists of their duty to care for God's creation, urging them to use their time wisely for the benefit of themselves and others.
Rev. Dr. Dzanku highlighted the failures in stewardship of God's creation, leading to numerous challenges faced today. Presbyter William Amegah, representing the Presbyters Union, encouraged pastors, catechists, and presbyters not to engage in detrimental behavior for personal gain, which could hinder the spiritual and physical progress of the Church. He also stressed the importance of focusing on the Children Ministry, which represents the future of the Church.
