The 26th General Assembly of the Presbyterian Church of Ghana (PCG) has ended with a renewed push to strengthen governance, streamline administration and reinforce the church’s mission direction.
The virtual session started on 31st July to 11th August 2026 before the in-person meeting at the Ramseyer Training Centre, Abetifi–Kwahu from 12th to 16th August 2026. At the end of it all, the 26th General Assembly emerged with a nine-point decision on constitutional reform, digital transformation, doctrinal oversight and institutional accountability.
A key highlight was the amendment to Article 25(6) of the PCG Constitution, which reshapes how the General Assembly Council (GAC) conducts its work. Under the new arrangement, the GAC will meet not less than three times a year, specifically in March, April, June, July and November.
Its agenda has also been broadened to include statistics, accounts, percentage contributions, presbytery performance, remissions, directors’ reports, internal audit updates, preparations for General Assembly, location of agents, general review and planning for the ensuing year.
The General Assembly also endorsed the PCG’s Occupational Health, Security and Safety Policy, signaling a renewed commitment to safe and supportive working environments across all Presbyterian institutions.
Another major decision involved a constitutional adjustment to Paragraph 18(e) of the Third Schedule of the PCG Constitution, clarifying how Christians may serve as palace, stool or skin functionaries. The revised provision permits Christians to take up purely civil roles but requires them to denounce and renounce all practices associated with ancestral veneration.
The church will accompany such individuals before, during and after installation, following procedures outlined in the church’s Manual of Order. The GAC has been tasked to align all related constitutional sections and develop official guidelines.
Digital transformation also featured prominently. The Assembly approved an expansion of the Church’s ICT Policy to include guidelines on artificial intelligence and digital transformation, ensuring responsible and ethical adoption of emerging technologies.
To safeguard doctrinal consistency, the General Assembly directed that all congregations and preaching points must obtain clearance from the next higher court before inviting non‑Presbyterians to speak at renewal services.
In addition, the Assembly ratified all decisions of the General Assembly Council contained in the Clerk’s report and accepted the audited financial statement for 2025, reinforcing the Church’s commitment to transparency and accountability. The General Assembly further decided that the venue for the next General Assembly will be determined by the GAC.
By Jerome Otchere
