Christian leaders from across Ghana have pledged to intensify national prayer initiatives and strengthen collaboration with government and civil society in response to the country’s growing social and economic pressures.

The commitment followed a high-level meeting at the Accra International Conference Centre (AICC) on September 15, 2025, convened by the Presidential Envoy for Interfaith and Ecumenical Relations, Elvis Afriyie Ankrah. Senior representatives attended from major Christian organisations, including the Christian Council of Ghana, the Ghana Pentecostal and Charismatic Council (GPCC), the Catholic Bishops’ Conference, the National Association of Charismatic and Christian Churches (NACCC), the Council for Independent Churches, the Prophetic Empowerment Network and the Seventh-day Adventist Church.

Afriyie Ankrah praised the enduring role of the church in safeguarding the nation’s unity and moral values. “The strength of Ghana lies not only in the prayers of its people but also in the competence of its governance structures. The Christian community has a unique and irreplaceable role in safeguarding our national fabric,” he said.

The leaders deliberated on the theme of National Responsibility and Prayer, stressing that the government’s duty to deliver on issues such as unemployment, security and governance must complement the church’s responsibility to intercede spiritually for the country. They emphasised that prayer must move beyond being a reactive tool during crises and become a continuous nationwide practice.

Speakers highlighted the need for balance between faith and competence, arguing that while prayer is essential, it must go hand in hand with accountable leadership, transparency and effective service delivery. They also urged regular communication from government in times of crisis to help sustain public trust.

Acknowledging that divisions within the Christian fraternity have weakened the church’s collective voice in national matters, participants called for the establishment of an Apex Christian Body. Such a structure, they argued, would provide unified leadership, strengthen national engagement and present a coherent Christian perspective on peace, governance and development.

The meeting ended with a pledge to deepen collaboration among Christian groups, work more closely with government, and position the church as both a spiritual and moral compass for national stability. 

Many participants described the gathering as a turning point, signalling a shift from fragmented and sporadic interventions to a more coordinated and consistent contribution by the Christian community to Ghana’s progress.