The Member of Parliament for Abetifi, Dr Bryan Acheampong, has paid a courtesy call on the leadership of the Presbyterian Church of Ghana on Tuesday, June 24, 2025, in a meeting marked by reflection, prayer, and a reaffirmation of his spiritual roots.
Hosted at the church’s national headquarters in Osu, the engagement was led by the Moderator of the Church, Rt Rev Dr Abraham Nana Opare Kwakye, and attended by senior clergy and elders.
The meeting, which began as a formal interaction, quickly evolved into a deeply personal and spiritually charged moment, culminating in a special session of prayer and anointing of Dr Acheampong.
In his remarks to the leadership, Dr Acheampong shared heartfelt reflections on his longstanding connection to the Presbyterian Church and how it has shaped his values, discipline, and leadership.
“My mission here is quite simple,” he began. “I am a product of the Church. And when I say I am a product of the Church, I truly mean it.”
He recounted vivid memories from his early days of service in the church at Mile 7, offering a glimpse into his upbringing and community service.
“I was there when the church at Mile 7 started. I was the one tolling the church bell when we were using the car rim and a piece of the crankshaft,” he recalled, drawing nods and laughter from the clergy.
Dr Acheampong emphasised that his identity and leadership have been deeply influenced by the moral and spiritual guidance he has received over the years.
“I have been prayed for and counselled by many, many pastors and reverends. The most famous Reverend of all, Ofosu Anim, took me, groomed me, and trained me. I say again, I am a product of the Church.”
Following his remarks, the leadership of the Presbyterian Church led a solemn time of prayer for Dr Acheampong, asking for divine protection, strength, wisdom, and guidance as he continues his journey in public service.
In a symbolic act of spiritual affirmation, Dr Acheampong was also anointed by the church’s leaders, a moment of consecration that reaffirmed his commitment to God-centred leadership.
Moderator Rt Rev Dr Abraham Nana Opare Kwakye, in his blessing, reminded the MP of the sacred responsibility of leadership saying, “You have declared that you are a product of the Church, and indeed, we have seen the fruits. But with every calling comes responsibility. Let your faith lead your service, and let the fear of God continue to guide your decisions.”
Dr Acheampong’s visit is the latest in a series of engagements with key religious and civic institutions across the country, ahead of what many believe will be an inevitable declaration of candidacy for the January 2026 New Patriotic Party (NPP) primaries.
However, Tuesday’s meeting was particularly symbolic, reinforcing his identity not just as a public servant, but as a man grounded in Christian values.
In recent months, his name has featured prominently in national political discussions, particularly as the NPP prepares for its upcoming leadership reorganisation. But at the Presbyterian Church headquarters, the focus was less on politics and more on legacy, values, and faith.
Dr Acheampong thanked the church for its continued spiritual guidance and pledged to uphold the moral values instilled in him through the Presbyterian tradition.
“I am not just here as a politician. I am here as a son of the Church, grateful for your prayers, strengthened by your wisdom, and committed to serving with humility and truth,” he said.
With the 2026 flagbearer race on the horizon, Dr Bryan Acheampong continues to position himself as a leader who draws strength from his faith and upbringing.
Tuesday’s encounter served not only as a spiritual milestone but as a reminder of the moral compass he claims to carry into every decision, policy, and political stance.
As the prayer and anointing concluded, the MP expressed renewed commitment to service, not only to the nation but to the values that have defined his journey.
“I carry this blessing not just as a symbol, but as a charge, to serve with humility, to act with integrity, and to lead with conviction rooted in Christ,” he said.
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