The Ghana Baptist Convention (GBC) has resolved to fully embrace the ministry potential of women by annulling its 1998 resolution that placed restrictions on women’s involvement in pastoral and leadership roles.
This landmark decision was made at the 62nd Annual Session of the Convention, held from 26th to 30th August 2025 at the Baptist Women’s Retreat Centre in Ejura.
Delegates unanimously agreed that women should be allowed to realise their fullest ministry potential as ordained by God, affirming an earlier 2012 resolution that recognised the capabilities of women in ministry.
The Convention also reaffirmed its commitment to church growth and development through its “Operation 2000 by 2030” agenda, tasking the presidency and stakeholders—sectors, associations, fellowships, ministers, and churches—with ensuring full implementation.
Further resolutions included exploring a shift from the current localised ministerial remuneration system to a centralised system, establishing a research department as required by the GBC constitution, and evaluating the effectiveness of the “Executive Presidency System” introduced in recent years.
In line with its vision, the Convention declared all tertiary institutions across Ghana as mission fields. Local NUBS (National Union of Baptist Students) fellowships will now transition into recognised churches under pastoral oversight to ensure continuity and effective discipleship.
Rev. Dr. Fred Deegbe, Moderator of the Session, and Rev. Enoch Nii Narh Thompson, Executive President, both described these resolutions as pivotal steps in repositioning the Convention for spiritual growth, inclusivity, and long-term sustainability.