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For Immediate Release: Christian Council of Ghana’s Easter Message
Full Statement
April 3, 2026
Christian Council of Ghana’s Easter Message
As we solemnly observe Good Friday, the Christian Council of Ghana entreats all Ghanaians, particularly the Christian faithful, to reflect deeply on the passion and the crucifixion of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ. On this day, we remember the intense suffering, betrayal, mockery, and excruciating pain Jesus endured on the cross at Calvary. Nailed to the cross, He bore the sins of the world. In the midst of unimaginable agony, Christ demonstrated the depth of God’s love by praying, “Father, forgive them, for they know not what they do” (Luke 23:34). He cried out in obedience, “It is finished” (John 19:30), completing the work of redemption.
The Christian Council of Ghana calls on the Christian community in Ghana and across the world to see the cross of Christ as the ultimate symbol of sacrificial love, forgiveness, and victory over sin and death, consistent with agelong Christian beliefs. The Easter event presents us with, essential Christian and moral virtues that are critical for Ghana’s development:
We need to uphold the principle of sacrifice and selflessness because Jesus willingly laid down His life for others. This challenges us as Ghanaians to move beyond selfish interests and put the welfare of our nation first. Leaders and citizens alike must be ready to sacrifice personal comfort for the common good of our country men and women.
To teach us the virtues of forgiveness and reconciliation, Christ offered forgiveness to even his fiercest persecutors. In a nation of diverse people, we are called to embrace forgiveness, heal ethnic and political divisions, and work towards genuine reconciliation so that unity and peace can be leveraged for national cohesion and transformation. In addition, Jesus remained faithful to the truth even in the face of suffering and death. The Christian Council urges all Ghanaians to reject corruption, dishonesty, and moral compromise in every sphere of life. Integrity must become one of the key foundations of our public and private conduct lest the Easter event loses its moral significance.
In conclusion, the Christian Council of Ghana calls on all Christians and citizens of our beloved nation to allow the message of the cross to shape our character and actions. When Christian ethical values drive our personal lives and national affairs, we raise honest leaders, responsible citizens, and a society built on justice, peace, and shared prosperity for holistic national transformation.
Signed
Rev. Dr. Cyril G.K. Fayose
General Secretary
Source: CCG
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