Anglican News Ghana - ANG

21/12/2025

THE 4TH SUNDAY OF ADVENT | Theme: Emmanuel Has Come: God With Us in our Waiting | 1st Lesson: Isaiah 7: 10-16 | Psalm: 80: 1-8 | Epistle: Romans 1: 1-7 | Gospel : Matthew 1: 18-end ||

21/12/2025

THE 4TH SUNDAY OF ADVENT | Theme: Emmanuel Has Come: God With Us in our Waiting | 1st Lesson: Isaiah 7: 10-16 | Psalm: 80: 1-8 | Epistle: Romans 1: 1-7 | Gospel : Matthew 1: 18-end ||

14/12/2025

THE 3RD SUNDAY OF ADVENT | Theme: The Season of Divine Restoration | 1st Lesson: Isaiah 35: 1-10 | Canticle: The Magnificat | Epistle: James 5: 7-10 | Gospel :Matthew 11: 2-11 ||

10/12/2025

07/12/2025

The countdown continues — 8 days more!�Let’s unite to deliver the Great Commission with power and strategy.�

07/12/2025

THE 2ND SUNDAY OF ADVENT | Theme: The Shoot of Hope: A Kingdom of Justice, Peace, and True Repentance | 1st Lesson: Isaiah 11: 1-10 | Psalm 72: 1-7 | Epistle: Romans 15: 4-13 | Gospel : Matthew 3: 1-12 ||

06/12/2025

We are finishing the year hard with a powerful 3 day Revival . Recovery to Discovery . Restoring what 2025 took and revealing what 2026 holds

You don’t have to be told twice !!!

06/12/2025

THE SIGNIFICANCE OF THE CROZIER / BISHOP’S STAFF IN OUR LITURGY

1. Pastoral Symbol
It symbolizes the bishop's role as a shepherd guiding and protecting their flock, reflecting the biblical imagery of Christ as the Good Shepherd.

2. Authority
The crozier represents the bishop's authority within the Church, signifying their spiritual leadership and jurisdiction over their diocese.

3. Liturgical Use
During liturgical ceremonies, such as Mass or processions, the bishop holds the crozier as a staff of office, emphasizing their role as the chief celebrant or presider.

4. Blessings
The bishop may use the crozier to impart blessings upon individuals or objects during sacramental rites or special occasions.

5. Processions
In processions, the bishop carries the crozier as a symbol of their presence and authority, leading the clergy and faithful in solemn rituals.

6. Teaching Aid
The crozier can be used as a teaching aid, illustrating sermons or catechesis about the bishop's pastoral role and the Church's teachings.

7. Decoration
Many croziers are intricately decorated with religious symbols and motifs, serving as works of art and expressions of the bishop's identity or diocese.

8. Historical Significance
Some croziers have historical significance, representing the continuity of episcopal authority and tradition within the Church.

9. Symbol of Office
When not in use, the crozier is often displayed prominently in the bishop's cathedral or office, symbolizing their ongoing pastoral responsibility and authority.

10. Gifts and Honors
Croziers are sometimes exchanged as gifts between bishops or presented as honors to distinguished clergy, further emphasizing their symbolic and ceremonial importance.

Regarding carrying it when visiting prominent persons, it's uncommon.

The crozier is typically reserved for ecclesiastical settings or ceremonial occasions within the Church.

However, in certain cultural or diplomatic contexts where symbolism plays a significant role, it might be carried along as a symbol of the bishop's authority and identity.

06/12/2025

Join us for the Ordination of Priests by the Bishop of the Anglican Diocese of Accra, His Lordship Rt. Rev’d Dr. Daniel Sylvanus Mensah Torto at the St. Mary The Virgin Anglican Church - Accra

03/12/2025

APPOINTMENT AS NATIONAL YOUTH DIRECTOR, IpG - REV. CANON ERNEST OBENG

The AYPA, Diocese of Koforidua, together with all well-wishers and friends, joyfully extend our warmest congratulations to Rev. Canon Ernest Obeng on your appointment as the Youth Director of the Internal Province of Ghana (IpG), Anglican Communion. 🙌🏽

This remarkable appointment is a beautiful acknowledgement of your unwavering dedication, inspiring leadership, and deep passion for guiding the young people of our church.

As you step into this new & significant responsibility, may your influence continue to empower and uplift the youth across the province and beyond. 💫📖

Congratulations, Canon!
AYPA stands with you. 🟦⬜🤝