Sunyani: Reverend Dr Solomon Bruce, the Superintendent Minister and Synod Secretary of the Sunyani Methodist Diocese, has raised concerns over the nation's failure to mould the youth in a responsive and courteous manner. He emphasized that the growing indiscipline and unruly behaviours among the youth are a reflection of the examples set by adults in society. Dr Bruce remarked that the 'unruly behaviour of young people is a direct reflection of what the adults and our leaders have instilled in them'.
According to Ghana News Agency, Rev. Dr Bruce shared these insights during an interview on the sidelines of the 46th Annual Synod of the Sunyani Methodist Diocese held at Duayaw Nkwanta in the Ahafo Region. The event was organized under the theme 'Discipleship: Growing into Christian Maturity' and attended by diocesan executives, various Standing Committees, Ministers of God and their spouses, along with other church members.
Rev. Dr Bruce expressed his concern over the increasing trend where politicians, traditional authorities, and affluent individuals enable youth engagement in illegal mining activities, leading to significant environmental destruction. He pointed out that the youth, lacking the financial means and resources to acquire heavy mining equipment, are evidently supported by some community leaders, including chiefs and politicians.
He further stressed that indiscipline originates from the home, urging parents to take responsibility for raising their children to become responsible adults. The Reverend Minister warned that the repercussions of adult actions eventually impact the nation adversely, implying that negative adult behaviours yield negative outcomes.
Rev. Bruce called for adults and leaders to exhibit exemplary conduct for young people to emulate, underscoring the notion that 'every bad adult gives birth to a bad child'. He lamented the scarcity of truth-telling in contemporary society, attributing it as a contributing factor to the rising indiscipline. He urged adults to acknowledge their actions and set positive examples for the younger generation to follow.
