Maiden Catholic Women Association youth congress held in Cape Coast Archdiocese

The Youth Wing of the Catholic Women Association (CWA) in the Cape Coast Archdiocese has successfully held its first-ever Archdiocesan Congress under the theme: “Resurrection Generation: Youth as Flames of Hope for Creation.”

The four-day event brought together hundreds of Youth of the Holy Family from across the Archdiocese at St. Edward Catholic Church, Jukwa, in the Central Region of Ghana. The congress served as a moment of thanksgiving to God for His blessings and a historic beginning for the youth wing of the CWA.

Participants engaged in a variety of spiritual, social, and developmental activities, including: Holy Mass celebrations, Hallelujah Night (Eucharistic Adoration), Rosary and Marian devotions, Cultural display and traditional night, Mental health discussions, Entrepreneurship and skills training, Excursion and socialization.

The Archdiocesan Youth Chaplain, Very Rev. Fr. James Yaw Mary Nkum, addressed the youth during the opening and presided over the Travellers’ Mass. He encouraged them to be bearers of light and peace in a world filled with confusion.

Welcoming participants on behalf of the Archbishop, the Parish Priest of St. Edward Catholic Church, Very Rev. Fr. Nicholas Amoakwa, expressed joy at hosting the maiden congress and urged the youth to live out their theme and embrace their Catholic faith wholeheartedly.

The keynote address was delivered by Rev. Fr. Enoch Asmah, who challenged the youth to embrace their identity as a “Resurrection Generation”a people called to renewal, hope, and transformation. He emphasized the need for young people to dedicate their lives to Christ through the Word of God Build strong moral values rooted in Catholic teachings Care for their environment and protect creation.

He further encouraged participation in initiatives such as the Green Plant Project to safeguard the environment for future generations.

The congress concluded with a closing Mass presided over by Very Rev. Fr. Nicholas Amoakwa. In the homily, Rev. Deacon Peter Paul Acquah reflected on Divine Mercy Sunday, urging the faithful to walk in faith, unity, and love, while embracing their mission as pillars of the Church.

Participants expressed joy and fulfillment as the congress coincided with the Easter season, making it a truly spirit-filled and transformative experience. The maiden congress marks a significant step in strengthening youth formation and participation within the Archdiocese.