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Diocesan Executives

The three officers who lead the Kumasi Diocese, and what each one does.

Diocesan Bishop

Rt. Rev. Stephen Kwaku Owusu

The Diocesan Bishop is the chief pastor and spiritual head of the Kumasi Diocese. He gives spiritual direction to ministers, circuits and societies, and guards the doctrine, worship and discipline of the Church.

Presides over the Diocesan Synod and leads the diocese in prayer and vision.
Gives pastoral care and oversight to ministers and their families.
Visits circuits and societies, and leads major services and celebrations.
Represents the diocese at the Conference of The Methodist Church Ghana.

Diocesan Lay Chairman

Bro. Dr. Enoch Kobina Baah

The Diocesan Lay Chairman is the most senior lay officer of the diocese. He works side by side with the Bishop and speaks for the laity, the members who are not ordained ministers.

Leads and encourages lay leaders, stewards and lay movements.
Supports the Bishop in the administration and finances of the diocese.
Helps plan diocesan projects and mobilises members to support them.
Represents the laity at Synod and Conference.

Synod Secretary

V/Rev. Benjamin K. Anson

The Synod Secretary is the chief administrative officer of the diocese. He keeps the diocese organised and makes sure decisions of the Synod are recorded and carried out.

Prepares the agenda and keeps the minutes and records of the Synod.
Handles official correspondence and communication for the diocese.
Coordinates diocesan programmes, meetings and calendars.
Assists the Bishop in the day-to-day running of the Diocesan Office.