The newly inducted Chairperson of the West Akyem Presbytery, Rev. Charles Baah Ankrah, has outlined a five-point strategic vision aimed at strengthening spiritual growth, leadership development, education, infrastructure, and sustainable enterprise.
Delivering his acceptance address at his induction service at Emmanuel Congregation, Akyem Oda, last Sunday, Rev. Charles Baah Ankrah pledged to serve with diligence, integrity, accountability, and purpose, assuring members that the Presbytery would continue to advance under his leadership.
Expressing gratitude to God, the Moderator, the General Assembly Council, past Presbytery Chairpersons, ministers, and commissioners who elected him, he acknowledged the solid foundation laid by previous leaders and committed himself to building upon their legacy.
The new Chairperson described his vision as one of building a Christ-centred, mission-driven, united, and self-sustaining Presbytery that remains faithful to its heritage while responding effectively to contemporary challenges.
As part of his first strategic pillar, Rev. Charles Baah Ankrah said the Presbytery would prioritise evangelism, church planting, discipleship, and leadership training to support the Church’s Agenda 2 Million, 1,000 Churches (2M/1K) vision. He also highlighted plans to strengthen digital ministry through the acquisition of technological equipment, media training, and the provision of accessible worship content to reach young people, the elderly, and members unable to attend church services physically.
On leadership and human development, he stressed the importance of continuous capacity building for both clergy and laity through retreats, seminars, and training programmes. He further announced plans to promote economic empowerment initiatives, vocational skills development, entrepreneurship, and financial literacy to improve the livelihoods of church members.
In the area of education, the Chairperson revealed plans to establish a Presbyterian school at Community Six, Akyem Oda, within five years and to pursue partnerships towards the establishment of a Presbyterian Senior High School at Awisa. He noted that feasibility studies and stakeholder engagements were already underway.
He also announced the institution of the Rev. Alice Kyei-Anti Memorial Lectures to honour the first female Chairperson of the Presbytery and preserve her legacy while inspiring future generations of women in leadership and ministry.
Addressing infrastructure and mobility, Rev. Charles Baah Ankrah reaffirmed support for the proposed 1,600-seater Presbyterian Conference Centre at Kutunse and pledged to intensify awareness and fundraising efforts towards its completion. He further indicated that his administration would work towards providing duty vehicles for the nine districts that are yet to benefit from such support.
On sustainable partnerships and enterprise, he disclosed plans to explore the establishment of a hospitality centre in partnership with Emmanuel Congregation, Akyem Oda, to generate sustainable income while strengthening collaboration with congregations, institutions, and development partners.
Calling for unity and collective commitment, Rev. Charles Baah Ankrah urged ministers, presbyters, district leaders, congregations, and members of the Presbytery to embrace the vision and work together to build a spiritually alive Presbytery.
By Jerome Otchere
