The Ghana Baptist Convention has thrown its full support behind the upcoming National Day of Prayer and Thanksgiving (NDPT), describing it as a powerful call for Ghanaians to pause, reflect, and give thanks for the nation’s enduring peace and stability.
Reverend Dr. Enoch Thompson, Executive President of the Convention, said the NDPT initiative highlights the need for citizens to recognise the role of divine grace in the country’s continued calm amidst widespread instability in the West African subregion. “God has indeed been gracious to the nation, and it is both our duty and responsibility to express gratitude to Him,” he noted.
Rev. Dr. Thompson made the remarks when the NDPT planning committee paid a courtesy visit to the Ghana Baptist Convention to formally brief its leadership and invite them to participate in the interfaith national event. He described the event as timely and essential in helping citizens realign with shared values of faith and hope.
The committee also visited the Ghana Pentecostal and Charismatic Council (GPCC) as part of its efforts to rally broad-based religious participation. The NDPT is expected to bring together Christians, Muslims, and other faith groups under the theme: “Reflect, Reset, and Renew for National Prosperity.”
According to the organisers, the Christian prayer session will take place at the forecourt of the State House in Accra from 8:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m., followed by Muslim prayers at the National Mosque from 12:30 p.m. to 2:00 p.m. The event will be observed simultaneously across all 16 regions and 266 districts in Ghana.
Rev. Dr. Thompson said it was crucial for Ghanaians to remember that, in comparison to some neighbouring countries plagued by political unrest and economic crisis, Ghana had remained a safe haven—an achievement he attributed to divine favour. “Many from these nations view Ghana as a haven, seeking refuge here. That alone is evidence of grace,” he added.
He praised the institution of the NDPT as a visionary move and assured that the Baptist denomination would actively support its celebration annually. “We extend our sincere gratitude to His Excellency for this initiative, and we’re committed to supporting it going forward,” he stated.
Chairman of the NDPT planning committee, Mr. Elvis Afriyie Ankrah, stressed the spiritual essence of the event and its national unifying potential. He reiterated that the President initiated the day to honour the country’s religious harmony and the critical role faith plays in maintaining peace, especially during politically sensitive times.
“This is not about any political party,” Mr. Ankrah said, urging Ghanaians to attend in white or national colours, not partisan attire. “It is about Ghana, and thanking God for how far He has brought us.”
