The Speaker of Parliament, Alban S. K. Bagbin has charged the clergy and other religious leaders to speak up on matters of national concern and not be cowed by the threats from politicians.
According to him, the church’s waning interest in national or political matters has severe consequences for our country’s moral fibre.
“We cannot continue to close our eyes, take a back seat and rely solely on our prayers as a replacement for discipline, hard work and our sense of duty as patriotic citizens,” he said.
The Speaker gave the charge when he joined the Apostolic Church-Ghana (TAC-GHANA) for the investiture and induction of leadership of the church at Frafraha, in the Greater Accra Region last Saturday.
The Christian Council of Ghana (CCG), recognizing the role of the Church as a major social partner, has since its establishment sought an increased engagement between its churches and affiliated groups with local and national government on social and economic practices that impact human welfare and development.
Through its collaborative work with other Christian bodies and civil society organizations, the Council has from time to time provided fora for joint action on issues of common interest, the intent of which is to advocate for the voiceless in Ghanaian society. Through its objectives, the Council has over the years proven to be the voice of the voiceless in society.
