The Member of Parliament for Abetifi, Dr. Bryan Acheampong, on Tuesday, June 24, 2025, paid a courtesy call on the Moderator of the Presbyterian Church of Ghana, Rt. Rev. Dr. Abraham Nana Opare Kwakye, and the leadership of the Presbyterian Council at the Church’s national headquarters in Osu.
The high-level engagement formed part of Dr. Acheampong’s broader efforts to deepen dialogue with key institutions, affirming the importance of faith-based leadership in national development and governance. The meeting offered a platform for spiritual fellowship, institutional conversation, and personal reflection on the values that have shaped his journey.
Addressing the Moderator and Council members, Dr. Acheampong acknowledged the historical contributions of the Presbyterian Church of Ghana to education, health, ethics, and civic responsibility. He commended the Church for remaining a strong moral compass in national life.
“The Presbyterian Church has not only nurtured great minds through its schools and seminaries, but has also produced leaders of integrity across all sectors,” Dr. Acheampong said. “It is only right that we continue to engage and draw from the wisdom and values of the Church.”
He emphasized the need for continued collaboration between state actors and faith institutions, especially in matters of education reform, community development, youth mentorship, and character formation.
The visit was described by the Church leadership as a welcome gesture — one that demonstrates humility, responsibility, and an appreciation for spiritual accountability in public leadership.
In his personal reflections, the former Minister for Agriculture spoke with emotion about his roots in the Presbyterian Church and the formative influence it has had on his character and leadership style.
“I am a product of the Church — from infancy to now” he said. “From my earliest days at Mile 7 tolling the church bell with a car rim and crankshaft, to the spiritual mentorship I received from many revered leaders, I have always been grounded in Presbyterian values.”
He recalled his time at Presbyterian Boys’ Secondary School (PRESEC), Legon, describing it as one of the most defining periods of his life. The Moderator, in response, praised him for staying true to his foundation.
“We are proud that you’re a great product of PRESEC,” Rt. Rev. Dr. Opare Kwakye remarked. “And we encourage you to continue allowing those values to shine through in your public and private life.”
The Church leadership concluded the meeting with a time of prayer and anointing, asking for God’s continued guidance and strength for Dr. Acheampong. The Moderator offered words of encouragement, calling on the MP to be an example of principled leadership in an era of political cynicism.
“We bless you today and charge you to carry this responsibility with humility and reverence. May your decisions reflect the faith and discipline we stand for,” the Moderator prayed.
The act of anointing symbolized not only a spiritual blessing, but also the Church’s expectation that leaders remain committed to values of justice, peace, and service to humanity.
Dr. Acheampong’s visit comes at a time when public conversations around leadership and values are gaining renewed attention, particularly as the New Patriotic Party (NPP) prepares for internal party transitions and long-term national planning.
The MP has consistently maintained that faith and public service are not mutually exclusive — and that moral leadership is essential for national development.
“Whatever role I play — as an MP, as a servant of the people — I carry with me the teachings, discipline, and truth instilled in me by this Church,” he said.
The meeting between Dr. Acheampong and the Presbyterian Council was not a campaign stop, but a symbolic return to the foundation upon which his leadership has been built. It demonstrated how political leadership and spiritual mentorship can coexist.
