Wednesday, June 8, 2011

Anglican church ordains first female priests


From Ghana-

The Anglican Diocese of Accra has ordained the first three women deaconesses as priests of the Anglican Church of Ghana.

The three are Rev. Mrs. Stella Bentsi-Enchil, Rev. Mrs. Alberta Kennies Addo, and Rev. Ms. Susanna C. Naana Ackun.

In a sermon, the Archbishop and Primate of the Church of the Province of West Africa and Bishop of Accra, the Most Rev Dr Justice O. Akrofi, reminded the new priests of their call to fulfill the vision of God for mankind.

He said they had been called among many and, therefore, they should act as leaders with great respect, humility, patience and love for all.

He reminded them of the various gifts which God had endowed them with and urged them to facilitate the different gifts within the church in order to promote its growth.

The Most Rev Dr Akrofi also urged them to uphold holiness and make Christ the centre of their lives.

More here-

http://news.myjoyonline.com/news/201106/67053.asp

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