‘With God all things are possible’ – Akufo-Addo after Anglican honour

Former President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo has announced his installation as an Honorary Lay Canon of the Anglican Diocese of Koforidua, describing the moment as a deeply spiritual milestone in his life of service.

The former president shared the news in a Facebook post on Sunday, following the ceremony held at St Peter Anglican Cathedral on Passion Sunday, the fifth Sunday in Lent.

Reflecting on the honour, Akufo-Addo said the recognition came after a period of prayer and contemplation.

“On Passion Sunday, which is the fifth Sunday in Lent, I had the honour, upon prayerful consideration, to be installed as Honorary Lay Canon of the Anglican Diocese of Koforidua, in the Church of the Province of West Africa, at St Peter Anglican Cathedral, Koforidua,” he wrote.

Akufo-Addo appointed-Lay Canon at St Peter's Cathedral

According to him, the role comes with responsibilities within the Anglican Communion, particularly in areas such as health, evangelism, investment, education, tourism, and hospitality, fields he says align with his long-standing commitment to public service and social justice.

“As LAY CANON in the Anglican Communion, I am honoured by the Diocese and Province for sterling work in public service and social justice to undertake special duties in health, evangelism, investments, education, tourism and hospitality,” he noted.

The former president also used the moment to reflect on his personal journey, attributing his achievements to faith and divine guidance.

“My experiences and service throughout my adult life have been a testimony of God’s love, and a vindication of the words of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ, as quoted at Matthew 19:26, which states, ‘With man this is impossible, but with God all things are possible,’” he said.

Akufo-Addo pledged to remain committed to the Church and its mission, promising to continue living a life grounded in faith and service.

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“I commit, as I have always, to continued service to the Church, to live a holy life, to pray regularly for God's blessing upon the work of the Church in the world and especially in this Diocese and the West African Province, and to enter gladly into the succession of those in each generation who have served God through the worship offered in this Cathedral, Diocese and Province,” he added.

He expressed gratitude to the diocesan bishop, Felix Odei Annancy, the officiating clergy, and the wider Anglican community in Ghana and beyond for the honour bestowed on him.

The installation places Akufo-Addo among distinguished lay individuals recognised by the Church for their contributions to society and their continued dedication to advancing its mission.

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