Ghanaian churches overseas urged to embrace non-Ghanaians

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k k 10 years ago

I don't understand why one should come from Africa to establish a church in Europe while the Bible was brought from Europe. Can someone tell me why?

I don't understand why one should come from Africa to establish a church in Europe while the Bible was brought from Europe. Can someone tell me why?
Akadu Mensema 10 years ago

The Ghanaian pastors in abroad, just like their counterparts in Ghana only tell their congregation that their mothers and grandmothers are witches so they should give more offertory and tithe in order to free them from them. ...
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The Ghanaian pastors in abroad, just like their counterparts in Ghana only tell their congregation that their mothers and grandmothers are witches so they should give more offertory and tithe in order to free them from them. 99.3% of other nationals from advanced countries are not religious fanatics and they don't have deadened brain cells so they don't attend churches headed by a 3rd world country pastor.
Pito brewer 10 years ago

Hahaha... pls don't crack my ribs I beg!

Hahaha... pls don't crack my ribs I beg!
denis 10 years ago

I agree with you

I agree with you
Johannes B Awotwe 10 years ago

Imagine a Ghanaian who has never attended school lives in German village and attempts to attend an evangelical or catholic church.
How is she going to understand the German language?

Again, without being too harsh, racism ...
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Imagine a Ghanaian who has never attended school lives in German village and attempts to attend an evangelical or catholic church.
How is she going to understand the German language?

Again, without being too harsh, racism is part of the causes why Ghanains won't go to a pure white church: they do not want to experience any racist tendencies, which DO EXIST irrespective of religion : like in a public bus or train, the row in which a black person is sitting in a German church is with 100% certainty the last row that will be filled. Congregants will only sit in that row, IFF there's no other unfilled row.

Now if, you attend a particular church twice and observe such tendency, I bet you'll rather pray to God from home or join a Ghanaian church, where color does not play any role.
Kk's friend 10 years ago

Kk,
It's an indication that Christ is coming soon.

Kk,
It's an indication that Christ is coming soon.
Steve 10 years ago

Well said ambassador, now this is a news worth reading , lets stop this myopic ,selfish,discriminatory so called fellowship seekers sensitive and user friendly church we build across the globe . Christ died for all not only ...
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Well said ambassador, now this is a news worth reading , lets stop this myopic ,selfish,discriminatory so called fellowship seekers sensitive and user friendly church we build across the globe . Christ died for all not only some few backward group.
ATM 10 years ago

she's here in Australia doesn't have anything to do, just wasting government resources for nothing. the only thing she does is go to church with fellow Ghanaians on the weekends, because the white people don't go to church fo ...
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she's here in Australia doesn't have anything to do, just wasting government resources for nothing. the only thing she does is go to church with fellow Ghanaians on the weekends, because the white people don't go to church for worship except weddings and sometimes funerals. the government could save a lot of money by calling back some of these high commissioners.
Frank Bills, 10 years ago

Haha waste of what, ATM, did u say wasting of Gov't resources? You shall get there one day and see the role they play. Anyway here in UK we are ok with the presence of the Ambassador, which I know it's same in other places.
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Haha waste of what, ATM, did u say wasting of Gov't resources? You shall get there one day and see the role they play. Anyway here in UK we are ok with the presence of the Ambassador, which I know it's same in other places.
ATM or whatever have you even traveled outside your country before? Don't make empty noise.
Great Mind 10 years ago

this lady thinks aloud.Ghanaian churches are teaching isolationism without knowing it.It means they will stay hollow minded and mired forever in their bitterness.

this lady thinks aloud.Ghanaian churches are teaching isolationism without knowing it.It means they will stay hollow minded and mired forever in their bitterness.

OmaRi. 10 years ago

Brilliant idea; Gh- pastors -abroad, dont bring us Euros-poundstelling-dollars, we need dying souls for Christ

Brilliant idea; Gh- pastors -abroad, dont bring us Euros-poundstelling-dollars, we need dying souls for Christ
Rev. 10 years ago

Thank God not all Ghanaian churches are made up of entirely Ghanaians. House on the Rock Christian in Hatfield UK is mainly Ghanaians but have many other nationals from countries like Iran, Zambia, Tanzania,British, Nigeria, ...
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Thank God not all Ghanaian churches are made up of entirely Ghanaians. House on the Rock Christian in Hatfield UK is mainly Ghanaians but have many other nationals from countries like Iran, Zambia, Tanzania,British, Nigeria, Kenya and Portuguese speaking nationals though not a massive congregation .We trusting God to add more foreign nationals.
Rev. 10 years ago

Thank God not all Ghanaian churches are made up of entirely Ghanaians. House on the Rock Christian Ministry in Hatfield UK is mainly Ghanaians but have many other nationals from countries like Iran, Zambia, Tanzania,British N ...
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Thank God not all Ghanaian churches are made up of entirely Ghanaians. House on the Rock Christian Ministry in Hatfield UK is mainly Ghanaians but have many other nationals from countries like Iran, Zambia, Tanzania,British Nigeria, Kenya and Portuguese speaking nationals though not a massive congregation .We trusting God to add more foreign nationals.
Saint Ghfuo: FREE YOUR PSYCHE 10 years ago

if the originators of this religion are gradually receding or going away from the religion in europe and north america. why are africans not doing the same? 5,00ppl in the city of sydney but there are over 200 chuches. why u ...
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if the originators of this religion are gradually receding or going away from the religion in europe and north america. why are africans not doing the same? 5,00ppl in the city of sydney but there are over 200 chuches. why u ask? laziness....these gh pastors are all lazy, closet womanizers
Rev. 10 years ago

Please not all pastors are lazy and womanizers. Not trying to be self righteous and at same time not entirely disproving or agreeing, I am pastor and aeromechanic with U.T.C aerospace in UK. I'm faithful to my wife and childr ...
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Please not all pastors are lazy and womanizers. Not trying to be self righteous and at same time not entirely disproving or agreeing, I am pastor and aeromechanic with U.T.C aerospace in UK. I'm faithful to my wife and children and married for 30years. I have pastor friends who are Farmers, Accountants, Lawyers, Social workers and successful Business men and women, Faithful, committed God fearing servants. May God bless you
Straight Shooter 10 years ago

Thanks Rev, but I have observed something about Ghanaian way of Christianity. Eamples:

Some of the Pastors don't respect their congregation.
Some Ghanaian Christian can't challenge their Pastors and Church leaders; they r ...
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Thanks Rev, but I have observed something about Ghanaian way of Christianity. Eamples:

Some of the Pastors don't respect their congregation.
Some Ghanaian Christian can't challenge their Pastors and Church leaders; they regard them as ordained by God to do anything. This is unbiblical. No accountability for thr funds collected over periods of time.

Only Africans will worship will worship with the Ghanaians because the Westerners will never sit down to be treated like kids by some Ghanaian Pastors; the Pastors have very poor communication skills ( I mean ethically)

Most of the Ghanaian Pastors are very nosy or busy bodies. They even go to the extent that they even seem to know how much you and your spouse make and how much tithe u must pay or how much you must donate.
No white man will take that nonsense from his pastor.

To Ghanaians GIVING is only to the Church and the Pastors and not to your family or neighbors u meet or see.

Ghanaians have pumped a lot of Superstition into Christianity and now the Christian faith is parallel to our traditional religion --
Anointing oils after donation of cash, invitation to sow seed ( which should have been voluntary personal decision) before you are prayed for.
Too many fasting which are at times meaningless.

We hate studying the word of God which will enable us to live by it.
We pray and even know how to pray.

we see God as a Father Christmas who dashes out goodies to us upon request.

The uncountable 'Men of God' in Ghana why do we need Rheihard Bohnke to bring Jesus to us?

Let's get real, I wish could chat with u one on one
Adel 10 years ago

I am a Ghanaian but will never attend an African church.There is no love among themselves how are they going to love a foreigner?The pastors are practically worshipped instead of Christ.What a shame.

I am a Ghanaian but will never attend an African church.There is no love among themselves how are they going to love a foreigner?The pastors are practically worshipped instead of Christ.What a shame.
Straight shooter's admirer 10 years ago

Hey! Shooter,
You have spoken very well and I pray the pastor gets to read this piece from you. We must be accountable to the church members, respect their views. I like pastors so well and do pay my tithes all the time whic ...
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Hey! Shooter,
You have spoken very well and I pray the pastor gets to read this piece from you. We must be accountable to the church members, respect their views. I like pastors so well and do pay my tithes all the time which I get my blessings but I have also absorved in America can that most of those one man churches do not have any branch any where in the world yet they call themselves international churches. Funny.
I will Google to get the Ambassador and possibly this young pastor to see how we could help them to avoid some obvious errors.
Onipa ba 10 years ago

Not all pastors are lazy.
It takes serious anti christ to always critize the church. I thank God there are faithful Men and women of God still in the system.
If you are a christian, pray for your Church and your pastor as w ...
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Not all pastors are lazy.
It takes serious anti christ to always critize the church. I thank God there are faithful Men and women of God still in the system.
If you are a christian, pray for your Church and your pastor as well.
I know some pastors who are so much impacting our society.
Pround pepeni. 10 years ago

WHITE PEOPLE DON'T LIKE THIS IDEA OF TITHES HERE AND THERE ALL THE TIME AND TELLING PEOPLE ABOUT WITHCRAFT ETC.

WHITE PEOPLE DON'T LIKE THIS IDEA OF TITHES HERE AND THERE ALL THE TIME AND TELLING PEOPLE ABOUT WITHCRAFT ETC.

Straight Shooter 10 years ago

Thanks.

Thanks.
Cardiff man 10 years ago

Religion is now a profitable business and Ghanaians are getting good at making money out of desperate Ghanaians living in the developed world.

Religion is now a profitable business and Ghanaians are getting good at making money out of desperate Ghanaians living in the developed world.
Jack Toronto 10 years ago

Well is had for white man to come to ghanaian church while singing ghanaian song, so pls mrs ambassador it will not work

Well is had for white man to come to ghanaian church while singing ghanaian song, so pls mrs ambassador it will not work
Reah Selma 10 years ago

Ms Ambassador take time to visit some of the local Churches in the country you where you are. See their way of worship and compare that to your Ghannain churches you will the ask yourself why they must leave their church to j ...
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Ms Ambassador take time to visit some of the local Churches in the country you where you are. See their way of worship and compare that to your Ghannain churches you will the ask yourself why they must leave their church to join yours and if it makes sense at all.Ghanaian churches are commercial churches individual owned to make money stupid competition in what you wear what car one drives on and on you don't want to join such stupidity trust me. there is more i cant tell you here
Martin 10 years ago

These churches are nothing but money-making ventures for the pastors, hence their exclusive reliance on the Ghanaian communities for their congregation. Unlike these gullible Ghanaians, Australians are quick to see these chur ...
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These churches are nothing but money-making ventures for the pastors, hence their exclusive reliance on the Ghanaian communities for their congregation. Unlike these gullible Ghanaians, Australians are quick to see these churches for what they are.
Johannes B Awotwe 10 years ago

I do not how and why this lady made the comment. The fact is that the church doors are always open to everybody. Perhaps the only little problem is that most of the small churches preach only in a Ghanaian language making it ...
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I do not how and why this lady made the comment. The fact is that the church doors are always open to everybody. Perhaps the only little problem is that most of the small churches preach only in a Ghanaian language making it difficult for others to understand.

The Pentecost Church in the Diaspora for instance has an English section, so that everybody whoe understands English can attend. Another factor is also the time and duration of Ghanaian churches in the Dispora. The services start too late (around mid-day) and takes too long; at least 4 hours. Most whites are used to only a max of 1 hour churh service so will not find a Ghanain church anything to join.
CITIZEN ONE 10 years ago

Amazing that nobody mentioned the fact that these churches are typically Akan/Twi-speaking churches, and they are haters. It is not every Ghanaian who understands or even wants to hear these Twi yapping preachers. Worst of al ...
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Amazing that nobody mentioned the fact that these churches are typically Akan/Twi-speaking churches, and they are haters. It is not every Ghanaian who understands or even wants to hear these Twi yapping preachers. Worst of all Akans are so unaccommodating. Worst of all right here in Accra Ghana. It is a syndicate has nothing to do with religion or God.

It is amazing how these juju worshiping peasants have taken religion to a new LOW. Please Mister Pastor you can never change them. They are as arrogant as mules!!!
C/C 10 years ago

BLAME AND PREACH TO MAHAMA

BLAME AND PREACH TO MAHAMA
Osei 10 years ago

God have mercy, let's keep praying for our country

God have mercy, let's keep praying for our country
Yaa Linda 10 years ago

Well said Auntie Mercy
We all need Christ. Black or white. Christ died for us all. Pastor Awuku-Gyampoh , we shall pray for you and colleagues.
Shalom

Well said Auntie Mercy
We all need Christ. Black or white. Christ died for us all. Pastor Awuku-Gyampoh , we shall pray for you and colleagues.
Shalom

Evelyn 10 years ago

It is our duty to pray for our pastors since some are doing so well. God used Pastor Gyampoh to save years back. I need not say it here. Glad he met this wise woman sister Mercy, my senior at Wesley Girls.

It is our duty to pray for our pastors since some are doing so well. God used Pastor Gyampoh to save years back. I need not say it here. Glad he met this wise woman sister Mercy, my senior at Wesley Girls.
Evelyn 10 years ago

Nice Voice on mission, I agree. It is our duty to pray for our pastors since some are doing so well. God used Pastor Gyampoh to save years back in Kumasi. I need not say it here. Glad he met this wise woman sister Mercy, my s ...
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Nice Voice on mission, I agree. It is our duty to pray for our pastors since some are doing so well. God used Pastor Gyampoh to save years back in Kumasi. I need not say it here. Glad he met this wise woman sister Mercy, my senior at Wesley Girls.
Sammy, India 10 years ago

GOD BLESS YOU

GOD BLESS YOU
EVANS 10 years ago

Not all pastors are lazy ,womanizers ,or extort money from their members ,becareful when you are commenting on men of God.

Not all pastors are lazy ,womanizers ,or extort money from their members ,becareful when you are commenting on men of God.
EVANS 10 years ago

Thus your opinion.I totally disagree with you

Thus your opinion.I totally disagree with you
A. Pose 10 years ago

God be with u Rev., d gospel of Christ is for all humanity and it's our duty to bring as many people as we can( no matter d race) into d Kingdom of God.

God be with u Rev., d gospel of Christ is for all humanity and it's our duty to bring as many people as we can( no matter d race) into d Kingdom of God.
KIisuie 10 years ago

The word must go to every corner, Jesus is coming soon.

The word must go to every corner, Jesus is coming soon.
Nana Yaa 10 years ago

We are all equal in the sight of God either white or black there shouldn't be racism in worshiping God and knowing the truth. To spread the gospel in foreign countries through our churches around the world is the best evange ...
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We are all equal in the sight of God either white or black there shouldn't be racism in worshiping God and knowing the truth. To spread the gospel in foreign countries through our churches around the world is the best evangelism to involve all colour of persons to worship God in truth
No dollar 10 years ago

@Nana Yaz grat talk. Ghanaian pastors -abroad, someone said don't bring us Euros-poundstelling-dollars, hahah! web bi some way paa.

Ok we need dying souls for Christ is a good idea too.
Christ is coming soon

@Nana Yaz grat talk. Ghanaian pastors -abroad, someone said don't bring us Euros-poundstelling-dollars, hahah! web bi some way paa.

Ok we need dying souls for Christ is a good idea too.
Christ is coming soon
Jennifer O. 10 years ago

This is a move in the right direction. People need guidance. Many of these advanced countries have given themselves away to materialism and individualism. Sankofa ye kyi...if we the Africans have to re-introduce Christ to the ...
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This is a move in the right direction. People need guidance. Many of these advanced countries have given themselves away to materialism and individualism. Sankofa ye kyi...if we the Africans have to re-introduce Christ to them, so be it. God help us all.
Jennifer O. 10 years ago

Sankofa yenn kyi*

Sankofa yenn kyi*
OmaRi. 10 years ago

Wise talk @Jenny.You hit the naiL ryt on the head.

Wise talk @Jenny.You hit the naiL ryt on the head.
STA 10 years ago

To evangelise to other nationals is easy if the pastors understand that they are accountable to the church members, respect their views. I like pastors so well and do pay my tithes all the time which I get my blessings but I ...
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To evangelise to other nationals is easy if the pastors understand that they are accountable to the church members, respect their views. I like pastors so well and do pay my tithes all the time which I get my blessings but I have also absorved in America can that most of those one man churches do not have any branch any where in the world yet they call themselves international churches. Funny.
I will Google to get the Ambassador and possibly this young pastor to see how we could help them to avoid some obvious errors.
Ama Silvia 10 years ago

In Lebanon like this, we have other nationals nigerians, Ivorians, togolese and many other 's in the church of pentecost.

In Lebanon like this, we have other nationals nigerians, Ivorians, togolese and many other 's in the church of pentecost.
Jealous girl 10 years ago

Those speaking against pastors dont you go 2 church? why do you behav dis way? Stop disgracing yourself here. Tell me dont u work for money? I think you even need more money. Stop this cheap politics and Repent.

Those speaking against pastors dont you go 2 church? why do you behav dis way? Stop disgracing yourself here. Tell me dont u work for money? I think you even need more money. Stop this cheap politics and Repent.
Lydia 10 years ago

Let us stop blaming our MEN OF GOD and see how best we can promote Ghanaian churches be of International standard. Is it through EVANGELISM if yes HOW? I know it wouldn't be easy getting people living abroed to ...
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Let us stop blaming our MEN OF GOD and see how best we can promote Ghanaian churches be of International standard. Is it through EVANGELISM if yes HOW? I know it wouldn't be easy getting people living abroed to preach to but with GOD by our side the impossible shall be possible.
Rossy Danquah 10 years ago

May God continue to give all ministers abroad the grace and strenght to spread the Good News to all and sundry as Christ charged us to do. Its not easy but the Lord is with you.

May God continue to give all ministers abroad the grace and strenght to spread the Good News to all and sundry as Christ charged us to do. Its not easy but the Lord is with you.
Rossy Danquah 10 years ago

May the Lord be with all ministers abroad. More grace and strenght from God come on you to do the will of God.

May the Lord be with all ministers abroad. More grace and strenght from God come on you to do the will of God.
ato Farron 10 years ago

We wish him well on his mission journey to win both lost and new souls for Christ Jesus who has called him. May he be remembered for wining souls for Christ and expanding the mission in Australia.

We wish him well on his mission journey to win both lost and new souls for Christ Jesus who has called him. May he be remembered for wining souls for Christ and expanding the mission in Australia.
Reny k'dua 10 years ago

A great one there. Keep it up. The Good Lord is with u.
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A great one there. Keep it up. The Good Lord is with u.
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Jabez 10 years ago

Nice one

Nice one
JAB 10 years ago

May the spirit of God continue to uplift and strengthen you Rev. as you continue with the great work you were doing in Ghana. Just trust God and believe that He who has began a good work in you will be faithful to complete it ...
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May the spirit of God continue to uplift and strengthen you Rev. as you continue with the great work you were doing in Ghana. Just trust God and believe that He who has began a good work in you will be faithful to complete it. Do stay blessed God is with you.
GTB 10 years ago

The great commission in Mathew 28 requires all Christians to send the gospel of Christ to all the nations in the world. God bless you Hon. Lady forvthe reminder . Rev. may the good Lord who helped you and your ministry i ...
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The great commission in Mathew 28 requires all Christians to send the gospel of Christ to all the nations in the world. God bless you Hon. Lady forvthe reminder . Rev. may the good Lord who helped you and your ministry in Ghana, continue to uphold and use you for His Glory in Australia. .Remember He who has called you is faithful and will do it.
the 8 years ago

Jesus said go ye into the world to preach the word.so I think ghanaian churches in outside is also necessary

Jesus said go ye into the world to preach the word.so I think ghanaian churches in outside is also necessary

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