{
  "id": 1310192,
  "title": "Rev. Prof. Frederick Amevenku elected 15th Moderator of E.P. Church Ghana",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/08/16/rev-prof-frederick-amevenku-elected-15th-moderator-of-e-p-church-ghana",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-08-16T16:34:39.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "MyJoyOnline Ghana",
    "slug": "myjoyonline-ghana",
    "url": "https://www.myjoyonline.com/rev-prof-frederick-amevenku-elected-15th-moderator-of-e-p-church-ghana/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The Evangelical Presbyterian Church in Ghana has elected Rev. Prof. Frederick Mawusi Amevenku as its 15th Moderator, marking a significant milestone for the denomination. During the Church's 12th General Assembly in Ho, Amevenku emerged victorious with 111 votes, representing 72.55% of the valid ballots. His main competitor, Rev. Prof. Daniel Yao Bruce, garnered 41 votes, or 26.80%. One ballot was disqualified. Amevenku will officially take on the role on January 1, 2027, succeeding the outgoing Moderator, Right Rev. Dr. Lt. Col. Bliss Divine Kofi Agbeko (Rtd.). This appointment comes at a time when the Church is focusing on expanding evangelism, improving financial stability, embracing technology, and adapting to the needs of younger worshippers. Currently, Amevenku serves as the President of Trinity Theological Seminary and District Minister of the EPCG Kisseman District in Accra. Prior to his appointment, he held various academic and administrative roles at the seminary, including Director of Graduate Studies and Director of Special Programmes. Amevenku's scholarly background is impressive, encompassing education, theology, African studies, and law. He holds a Doctor of Philosophy in New Testament Studies and Biblical Interpretation from Stellenbosch University, South Africa. His work emphasizes the importance of mother-tongue theology, advocating for African Christians to interpret Scripture within their own linguistic, cultural, and social contexts.",
  "summary": "The General Assembly of the Evangelical Presbyterian Church, Ghana (EPCG), has elected Rev. Prof. Frederick Mawusi Amevenku as the Church’s 15th Moderator.",
  "key_points": [
    "Rev. Prof. Frederick Amevenku elected 15th Moderator of E.P. Church Ghana",
    "Received 111 votes, 72.55% of valid ballots",
    "Takes office January 1, 2027"
  ],
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}