Bishop Nkuah-Boateng to headline 6th edition of “Conversations in the Cathedral”

The highly anticipated sixth edition of “Conversations in the Cathedral” will take place later today at the Holy Spirit Cathedral in Accra.

The event, an ecumenical gathering initiated by the Archbishop of Accra, Most Rev. John Bonaventure Kwofie, aims to foster dialogue between secular and religious leaders on pressing national concerns.

This year’s event, set to begin at 6:00 PM, is themed “And in His Name, the Nations Shall Hope” (Mt 12:21): Christmas as a Message of Hope in the Jubilee Year.

The gathering will feature an array of distinguished speakers, with Most Rev. Samuel Nkuah-Boateng, the Bishop of Wiawso Diocese, Ghana, delivering the keynote address.

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Other notable speakers include Rev. Dr. Comfort Max-Wirth, Lecturer at the University of Ghana, Sr. Lucy Hometowu, SMMC, Superior General, Rev. Akua Ofori Booateng of the Anglican Diocese of Accra, and Dr. Kenneth Togbi Edem Ashigbey of the Ghana Chamber of Telecommunications.

The event comes at a critical moment for Ghana, which is grappling with multiple challenges, including a severe economic downturn and an escalating ecological crisis.

The national currency has been under pressure, inflation is rising, and citizens are facing a growing cost of living. These struggles are compounded by environmental challenges such as deforestation, the destruction of water bodies, and the impact of climate change, which have had severe consequences on livelihoods.

In response to the nation’s current plight, the Bishops’ Conference of Ghana issued a statement at the close of their 2024 Plenary Assembly in Obuasi, urging both government and citizens to take decisive steps toward national renewal.

The Bishops reflected on how the Church can remain a beacon of hope in Ghana. This includes discussing how the Church can contribute to resilience and faith in a nation facing significant challenges. Emphasis will be placed on pastoral care, social justice, and community-building, as the Church seeks to strengthen its mission to offer hope to the faithful.