The Evangelical Presbyterian Church, Ghana, Ho East Presbytery, has successfully concluded its 4th Biennial Rally, marking a significant milestone for the Zone One Great Choir.
Held at Taviefe Avenya in the Ho Municipality, the three-day choral event brought together choirs from across the presbytery in a celebration of faith, music, and community development.
The rally was centered around the theme, “Care for God’s Creation: The Task and Mission of the Church – The Role of Hadzihaga,” underscoring the urgent need for environmental stewardship. Participants reflected on the responsibility of the church and its members in protecting and preserving God’s creation.
Madam Norah Adzoe, President of Zone One, highlighted the rally’s significance in reviving the spirit of singing and instilling a sense of responsibility among the younger generation. She stressed that empowering the youth is key to ensuring the church’s sustained growth and development.
As part of its commitment to youth empowerment, the Zone One Great Choir has been actively investing in skills development initiatives. Last year, the choir ventured into beekeeping, yielding a successful harvest of four gallons of honey. The proceeds from honey sales will be used to fund a new training program aimed at equipping young members with entrepreneurial skills.
The training initiative will focus on developing business skills in soap making, organic fertilizer production, and bead making, providing direct income-generating opportunities for the youth. Madam Adzoe announced that twelve young participants, selected from different groups within the Zone, will begin the program under the guidance of an experienced resource person.
Togbe Akpanya III, Chief of Taviefe Aviefe Avedome, delivered a solidarity message, urging the church to prioritize environmental stewardship. He cautioned that neglecting the environment would have dire consequences for communities and emphasized the need for collective action in preserving God’s creation.
Rev. W. K. Klutse, in his sermon on “Reconciliation,” called for unity among church members, emphasizing that obedience to God’s word is essential for the church’s progress.
Beyond the choral performances, the rally included outreach activities such as visits to sick and less privileged community members, along with donations to support their well-being. The church also engaged with traditional leaders to strengthen communal ties.
The event was a resounding success, raising over Ten Thousand Ghana Cedis (GHS 10,000.00) to kickstart the youth empowerment project. This achievement reflects the church’s dedication to both spiritual growth and practical development, ensuring that young members are equipped with skills for a sustainable future.
