The church members are protesting the induction of a new pastor
Tensions are rising at the Abundant Life Assemblies of God Church in Bohyen-Adumanu, Kumasi, as some members protest against the induction of a new pastor to lead the branch.
The protest, which took place on June 23, 2024, at the church premises, has gone viral on social media.
According to reports, the congregation wants Associate Pastor Rev. Bismark Opoku, whose mandate expired in 2023, to be appointed as the new head pastor.
This demand emerged after the Assemblies of God Ashanti West failed to resolve the issue, prompting Abundant Life Assemblies of God to petition the General Council. After deliberations, the General Council appointed a new head pastor.
In resolving the issue, the leadership of Assemblies of God Ashanti West referred to Section 11, 6 of the Constitution and Bye-Laws of Assemblies of God, Ghana, which states: "The services of an Associate or Assistant shall end when the services of the Pastor-in-charge cease; subject, however, to his re-engagement at the discretion of the incoming pastor and the District Pastor."
However, the church members argued that as stakeholders, their views should be respected, and Rev. Bismark Opoku should be maintained as the head pastor.
Meanwhile, the church leadership has called for calm at a press conference.
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