Meet the first woman to lead Ghana Police Church

The Ghana Police Church has made history with the induction, consecration and commissioning of Chief Superintendent of Police Reverend Emelia Quist as its first female Chaplain since the church was established in 1964.

Rev Quist was formally inducted into office on October 31, 2026, at a ceremony held at the Accra Police Church.

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Her induction marked a significant moment for the church, which has had no woman occupy the position of chaplain in its 62-year history.

The Police Administration and the Presbyterian Church of Ghana appointed Rev. Quist to the position in August 2022.

She brings nearly three decades of experience in the Ghana Police Service, alongside a strong background in Christian ministry.

An ordained minister of the Presbyterian Church of Ghana, Rev. Quist has served in several pastoral roles, including Probationary Minister at the Adabraka Official Town Congregation, Minister in Charge of the Bethel Congregation in the Sakaman District and Associate Minister of the Emmanuel Congregation at Dansoman.

Her academic qualifications include theology, management, and human resource development. She holds a Master of Divinity (MDiv), an MBA in Human Resource Management, a Bachelor of Management Studies and a Diploma in Business Studies.

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