Ghana-Liberia Province SVD Lay Partners induct new leadership

Lay Partners of the Ghana-Liberia Province of the Society of the Divine Word (SVD) has elected and inducted its new leadership.

The election took place over the weekend as part of activities marking a congress held at the Divine Word Catholic Conference Centre in Nsawam-Adoagyire.

The event, held from March 21 to 24, 2025, brought together participants for a four-day gathering centered around the theme, “The Role of SVD Lay Partners in the Mission of the Church.”

Participants at the congress held at the Divine Word Catholic Conference Centre in Nsawam-Adoagyire from March 21 to 24, 2025,

Participants at the congress held at the Divine Word Catholic Conference Centre in Nsawam-Adoagyire from March 21 to 24, 2025

The newly elected executives, who will guide the group in advancing its mission of supporting and collaborating with the Society of the Divine Word, include Agnes Cobbinah as President, Thomas Toyibu Imoro as Vice President, Irene Atignongo as Secretary, Christiana Mba as Assistant Secretary, Martin Kumedzro as Financial Secretary, Matilda J. A. Baah as Treasurer, and George Akansi as Organizer.

Their induction marks the beginning of a new chapter in the Lay Partners’ commitment to strengthening their role in the mission of the Church.

In addition to the election, participants were engaged in a series of thought-provoking sessions aimed at deepening their understanding of the role of lay partners in the Church’s global mission.

The congress also saw the adoption of important action plans and guidelines to further strengthen the commitment and unity of the lay partners. These efforts are aimed at increasing the impact of the group’s support for the missionaries and their work globally.

The congress also provided an opportunity for the lay partners to engage in spiritual exercises, including prayer services, meditations, and reflections.