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  • “Holy Universal Church should replace ‘Holy Catholic Church’ in Apostles’ Creed prayer ” –  Presby Church tells members

    “Holy Universal Church should replace ‘Holy Catholic Church’ in Apostles’ Creed prayer ” –  Presby Church tells members

    The Presbyterian Church of Ghana has instructed its members to substitute “Holy Catholic Church” in the Apostles’ Creed prayer with “Holy Universal Church.”

    In a statement dated June 18, 2024, signed by the Clerk of the General Assembly, Dr. Godwin Nii Noi Odonkor, the church explained that the modification aims to eliminate any potential ambiguity associated with the term “Catholic” in the affirmation of faith prayer.

    “The General Assembly Council at its June 2024 meeting held in Abokobi, after careful consideration and discussion, decided that the term ‘Holy Catholic Church’ as used in the Apostles’ Creed be replaced with ‘Holy Universal Church.’

    “This modification aims to address the ambiguity that could arise from the modern use of the word ‘Catholic’ and to make the intended meaning clearer to all members of the Presbyterian Church of Ghana. The change reflects our commitment to ensuring that our belief and practices are understood by all,” the statement said.

    The statement urged church leaders to communicate the revision to their congregations and provide a clear explanation to help members grasp the reasons for the modification.

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  • AGN to hold four-day period of prayer, fasting following tragic losses in Nollywood

    AGN to hold four-day period of prayer, fasting following tragic losses in Nollywood

    The Actors Guild of Nigeria (AGN) has announced a four-day period of prayer and fasting following the recent tragic losses in Nollywood.

    In a statement released by the guild’s president Emeka Rollas, it was revealed that popular cleric Pastor Jerry Eze would lead the prayers.

    The decision to hold the prayer and fasting period was welcomed by Nollywood stars, who applauded the guild for taking this spiritual initiative.

    According to a flyer shared by Rollas on Monday, April 22, Pastor Jerry Eze, the founder of Streams of Joy International Church, will lead the spiritual exercise.

    Rollas emphasised the importance of prayers in averting further losses in Nollywood, citing recent incidents such as the tragic boat mishap and the passing of actors Mr Ibu and Amaechi Muonagor due to illnesses.

    The prayer and fasting period is scheduled to commence from May 2 to May 5.

    “In view of the recent passing of our two veteran members and the devastating tragic boat mishap that claimed the lives of five active practitioners including John Paul Odonwodo, aka, Jnr Pope in Asaba, we have decided to seek divine intervention in fasting and prayers to avert similar occurrences in the future,” Rollas stated.

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  • Kenya to form prayer strategy team to pray for police officers deployed to Haiti

    Kenya to form prayer strategy team to pray for police officers deployed to Haiti

    Kenya’s First Lady, Mama Rachel Ruto, has revealed plans for a prayer strategy team to support Kenyan police officers embarking on a peacekeeping mission in Haiti.

    This announcement came during the launch of the ‘Fourth Man’ EP by 1005 Songs & More at Weston Hotel on Saturday.

    Emphasising the importance of prayer, Mama Rachel emphasised that it’s crucial for the officers to be covered in prayer before their deployment to Haiti.

    “We have come together to say we want to form a prayer strategy, and we would like you to join us in praying for this great country of Haiti because we know the Lord can transform Haiti. We have seen what God has done for the nation of Kenya, and we believe God can do the same for nations of the world.

    “We cannot allow our police to go to Haiti without prayer. We had pastors from Haiti and America, and we are seeing how these three countries can come together to pray because we believe with prayer everything is possible,” First Lady Mama Rachel Ruto stated.

    She urged everyone to join in prayer for Haiti, expressing faith in God’s transformative power for nations.

    The initiative follows President William Ruto’s recent discussions with international leaders regarding the situation in Haiti, including plans for Kenya to deploy a reconnaissance mission once a viable administration is established.

    Mama Rachel highlighted ongoing efforts to collaborate with pastors from Haiti and America, underlining the unity in prayer across nations.

    As diplomatic efforts intensify for a UN-backed deployment to Haiti, Kenya remains committed to supporting Haiti during this challenging period.

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