Accept leadership rooted in integrity - Rev. Wengam tells Christians
The General Superintendent of Assemblies of God Ghana, Rev. Stephen Yenusom Wengam, has called on Christian leaders to embrace transformational leadership rooted in integrity, sacrifice, trust and visionary service.
Speaking at the inauguration and dedication of an office complex for the Greater Accra East Regional branch of the church in Tema Community One, last Monday, Rev. Wengam stressed that effective spiritual leadership must go beyond titles and positions to reflect accountability, transparency and selfless service to people.
The facility was named in honour of the late Rev. Dr Simon Bamalong Asore, a former General Superintendent of the church, as well as sectional presbyter in charge of the Accra and Eastern Regions, who played a significant role in the church’s development.
Two conference halls and a lounge within the complex were also named after former Greater Accra Regional Superintendents — Rev. William A. Dontoh, Rev. Emmanuel Komla Adri and Rev. George Ayaa Annan — in recognition of their service.
Rev. Wengam urged church leaders to demonstrate integrity in their stewardship, noting that trust remained the foundation of credible leadership within the Christian community.
Drawing inspiration from the biblical account of Nehemiah, he described transformational leadership as one that drives holistic development and brings lasting reform to society beyond physical infrastructure.
Rev. Wengam also referenced biblical figures such as David, Moses, Joseph and Apostle Paul as examples of leaders whose legacies were defined by faithfulness, sacrifice and service.
“Legacy is what remains after a leader is gone. Every leader must think about what people will remember them for,” he stated, encouraging ministers to focus on long-term impact rather than personal gain.
Vision
The Greater Accra East Regional Superintendent of Assemblies of God, Ghana, Rev. Nelson Awentia, described the relocation from Dzorwulu to Tema as the fulfilment of a long-held vision.
He explained that the project was achieved through divine grace, unity and sacrifice, without placing a financial burden on local congregations.
Rev. Awentia further disclosed that the church had invested over $3 million in missions over the past four years, supporting church planting and evangelism, while missionary work remained ongoing.
He expressed appreciation to the project committees and commended leadership for their support.
Impact
Speaking at the event, the Tema Metropolitan Chief Executive, Ebi Bright, and the Minister of Gender, Children and Social Protection, Dr Agnes Naa Momo Lartey, praised the church’s developmental impact and called for stronger collaboration between faith-based organisations and the government to address social challenges.
The Founder and Executive Chairman of First Sky Group, who is also a deacon of the church, Eric Seddy Kutortse, urged the church to pursue excellence, innovation and relevance in ministry, describing the facility as a symbol of forward-looking leadership.
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