Prominent Christian leaders in Ghana have welcomed President John Mahama’s declaration of July 1st as a National Day of Prayer and Thanksgiving, hailing the initiative as a timely reminder of the country’s spiritual foundations and a unifying force across faiths.
In a show of support for the upcoming interfaith observance, Archbishop Dr. Charles Agyin-Asare, Founder of Perez Chapel International, and Rev. Dr. Abraham Nana Opare, Moderator of the Presbyterian Church of Ghana, both described the move as a strategic effort to anchor national development in divine guidance and collective gratitude.
During separate courtesy calls by members of the event’s planning committee, the two church leaders praised the President’s inclusion of spiritual leaders in national discourse and his call for reflection and renewal under the theme: “Reflect, Reset, and Renew for National Prosperity.”
“This is not just a symbolic gesture. It is a spiritual realignment of the country,” Archbishop Agyin-Asare said. “When the spiritual is neglected, something vital is missing. The President’s decision is a bold step to restore that balance.”
The National Day of Prayer and Thanksgiving aims to bring together Christians, Muslims, and other religious groups nationwide. Activities will include a Christian worship gathering 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 replicated in all 16 regions and 266 districts, marking it as the most inclusive faith-based national event in recent memory.
Archbishop Agyin-Asare encouraged religious leaders to take an active role in nation-building by supporting political leadership through prayer and counsel.
“Throughout history, great leaders have walked hand in hand with spiritual mentors. Ghana is no different. This collaboration between spiritual and political leadership is both strategic and necessary,” he stated.
Rev. Dr. Opare echoed similar sentiments, noting that the President’s action reflects a deep understanding of Ghana’s socio-cultural fabric, where faith and governance are intertwined.
“There is relative peace in Ghana, unlike many of our neighbouring countries. That is not by chance—it is by the grace of God. Recognising this officially is both wise and appropriate,” he said.
He expressed his readiness and that of the Presbyterian Church to fully support the event, adding, “We are praying not only for the President but for national prosperity. When Ghana thrives, we all thrive.”
The planning committee assured the leaders of their commitment to making the event a nationwide spiritual milestone, hoping that July 1 will be remembered annually as a day of national reflection and divine alignment.
As momentum builds toward the observance, the initiative is being viewed as a blueprint for interfaith unity and a signal of a leadership that acknowledges both policy and prayer as tools for transformation.
