Archbishop Sarah Mullally, the 106th Archbishop of Canterbury, has arrived in Ghana for her first official visit, marking a significant event in the country's Christian community. The visit comes as a gesture of goodwill and solidarity with the Ghanaian people, following a meeting with President John Dramani Mahama at Jubilee House in Accra.
Archbishop's Visit to Ghana's President
The Archbishop was accompanied to the Presidency by a high-profile delegation of Anglican Bishops in Ghana and the British High Commissioner to Ghana, Dr Christian Rogg. The visit is seen as an opportunity for the Archbishop to engage with the Ghanaian government and people, as well as to strengthen ties between the Anglican Church in Ghana and the British government.
Pastoral Visit to Ghana and Cameroon
During her visit, the Archbishop is scheduled to preach in Accra and Kumasi, meet President John Dramani Mahama, and pray with the Ghanaian community. The visit is part of a larger tour that includes a stop in Cameroon, where the Archbishop will pay a courtesy call to the President and engage with the local Christian community.
Archbishop Mullally's Arrival in Ghana
The Archbishop arrived in Ghana on Monday, marking the beginning of her official visit. According to social media reports, the Archbishop was greeted by a delegation of Anglican Bishops and other officials, who welcomed her to the country. The visit is seen as a significant event in the country's Christian community, with many hoping for a strengthening of ties between the Anglican Church in Ghana and the British government.
Reaction from the Ghanaian Community
The visit has been met with enthusiasm from the Ghanaian community, with many expressing their gratitude for the Archbishop's gesture of goodwill. In a statement, the Archbishop's office said that she was "delighted" to be visiting Ghana and Cameroon, and looked forward to engaging with the local Christian community. The visit is seen as an opportunity for the Archbishop to build bridges between the Anglican Church in Ghana and the British government, as well as to strengthen ties between the two countries.
What Happens Next
The Archbishop's visit is set to continue in the coming days, with a series of meetings and engagements with the Ghanaian government and people. The visit is seen as a significant event in the country's Christian community, and many are hoping for a strengthening of ties between the Anglican Church in Ghana and the British government. As the Archbishop continues her visit, Accra Posts will provide updates on her activities and engagements with the Ghanaian community.
Source: 3News
