Religion of Tuesday, 7 May 2024

Source: www.ghanaweb.com

Archbishop Charles Agyinasare appointed President of The Bible Society of Ghana

Archbishop Charles Agyinasare is the first charismatic church leader to assume the role Archbishop Charles Agyinasare is the first charismatic church leader to assume the role

Archbishop Charles Agyinasare has been appointed President of The Bible Society of Ghana.

The historic announcement was made by the General Secretary, Very Rev. Dr. John Kwesi Addo Jnr, on Friday, May 3, during the Supernatural Empowerment Summit, attended by thousands of Christian leaders from 47 countries.

This appointment is a significant milestone for The Bible Society, marking the first time a charismatic church leader has been appointed as president by the Governing Council.

The Chairman highlighted Archbishop Agyinasare's respected leadership and admirable character as key factors in the unanimous decision.

The Bible Society of Ghana's main goal is to provide Bibles in various local languages at affordable prices. To date, the society has translated the Bible into nine major Ghanaian languages and is working on three more.

Archbishop Charles Agyinasare's presidency, effective August 1, 2024, is a notable step toward ensuring that every Ghanaian home has access to a Bible in their mother tongue.

The Chairman emphasized the significance of this appointment in advancing the Society's mission, noting Archbishop Agyinasare's extensive four-decade ministry experience.

With his vast experience, Archbishop Agyinasare is set to lead the organization in achieving its goals during his two-year term as president.

The announcement received enthusiastic support from the local and international Christian community, viewed as a positive move to enhance the society's outreach and impact.

Archbishop Agyinasare expressed his gratitude for the opportunity to serve as president and reaffirmed his dedication to the society's mission.

He stressed the importance of making the Bible available to every Ghanaian, irrespective of background or language, and committed to working tirelessly toward this aim.

Archbishop Agyinasare's appointment reflects the Society's dedication to diversity and inclusivity, engaging with various Christian denominations and communities across Ghana.

It also highlights the importance of collaborative efforts in promoting Bible distribution and literacy.

Archbishop Charles Agyinasare's appointment as President of The Bible Society of Ghana is a significant advancement in the mission to make the Bible accessible to all Ghanaians.

Under his leadership and vision, the society is well-equipped to continue its essential work of disseminating the Bible's message across the nation.

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