Calvary Charismatic Centre holds 11 services in Kumasi, Ghana, as orthodox churches remain closed

Calvary Charismatic Centre (CCC) in Kumasi held 11 church services over the weekend, with two on Saturday and nine on Sunday, as other orthodox churches remained closed or continued virtual services. The CCC leadership emphasized the need for churches to adapt to new guidelines as government restrictions on social gatherings eased.

Head Pastor Ransford Obeng stated the church planned for the increased attendance and clarified that the media had created a perception that the virus was present in the church. He argued that engaging in activities outside the church, such as going to the market, did not pose the same risks as attending church services, provided all health directives were followed.

Sanitation measures were in place at all visited churches, including hand sanitizers and buckets for cleaning. The CCC’s ushers continuously sanitized and disinfected the premises after each service, reflecting the church’s commitment to maintaining hygiene.

Prophet Joshua Agyei of the Bread of Life Evangelistic Ministry expressed challenges in complying with directives, particularly regarding the requirement to wear nose masks while preaching. He noted that preaching while wearing masks was difficult and suggested that government could allow preachers to deliver sermons without them, provided social distancing was maintained.

Some churches have enlisted health professionals to educate congregations on safety protocols. Others have numbered seats in their auditoriums to ensure compliance with social distancing measures. These efforts highlight the varied approaches churches have taken to balance spiritual needs with public health concerns.

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