In a passionate call to action, the Western Presbytery Chairperson of the Presbyterian Church of Ghana (PCG), Rev. Dr. Joseph Apea Asamoah, has challenged the church to proclaim the gospel of Jesus Christ to a world in desperate need of salvation.
Delivering the sermon at the induction ceremony of the Upper Presbytery Chairperson, Rev. Roger Awudibah Wegurih, at the Peniel Congregation in Bolgatanga, Rev. Dr. Apea Asamoah stressed that evangelism remains the church’s greatest responsibility.
“God’s power to save sinners lies in the preaching of the gospel,” he declared. “We must give people the opportunity to hear the word of God.” He called on the church to be intentional and unwavering in our efforts to share the message of salvation. “If you are to please Jesus, the head of the church, you must determine to give people the chance to hear His voice,” he said.
Drawing from the biblical story of Zacchaeus, Rev. Dr. Apea Asamoah encouraged the church to respond positively to Christ’s call, regardless of their past. “Jesus is ready for you. It does not matter the things people say about you,” he said. “If you will decide just as Zacchaeus decided to go to Jesus, Jesus will be your guest.” He made a heartfelt appeal for personal transformation through faith, stating, “It is a waste of time if you are not experiencing Jesus. Lay your challenges across Jesus. Lay them down.”
The induction ceremony was attended by several dignitaries, including the Moderator of the General Assembly of the PCG, Rt. Rev. Dr. Abraham Nana Opare Kwakye; Acting Clerk of General Assembly and Ecumenical and Social Relations Director, Rev. Andrews Odjawo; members of the General Assembly Council, as well as traditional and political leaders.
The Upper Presbytery, carved out of the Northern Presbytery in November 2010, is the 16th Presbytery of the PCG, with Bolgatanga as its administrative seat. It began with six Pastoral Districts—Bolgatanga, Bawku, Garu, Gambaga, Sandema, and Wa — and has grown significantly. As of 2024, it boasts 116 congregations, 125 Preaching Points, and 91 catechists.
