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  • ‘Apologize to anyone you’ve offended’- Pastor to Asantewaa during her baby christening

    ‘Apologize to anyone you’ve offended’- Pastor to Asantewaa during her baby christening

    During the christening of Asantewaa‘s baby in the U.S., Archbishop Adonteng Boateng of the Divine World International Ministries advised her to seek reconciliation with anyone she might have offended.

    He stressed the importance of mending relationships as a pathway to success, especially for the sake of her newborn.

    The Archbishop noted the online criticisms Asantewaa has faced and suggested that some of these issues may have arisen from her own actions.

    He encouraged her to apologize to anyone she feels she has wronged, both for the well-being of her child and as a personal step towards peace.

    “Everyone that you have a grudge with, if it is your fault, go and apologize to them right from here and make peace with them. Do it for the sake of your baby and also because I am now a part of your life.

    “It is not surprising that you can be at fault because you are human, but the Bible said to err is human and to forgive is divine,” he stated before proceeding with the baby-naming rituals.

    He continued with the baby’s naming ceremony, adding a blessing: “If you do as I have instructed, the Lord will bless you abundantly. America will be your home, and you will experience further success and blessings in your life.”

    In his blessing, the Archbishop promised that following his advice would lead to abundant blessings and success in America.

    He also proceeded with the baby-naming ceremony, during which Asantewaa revealed her son’s name, Cayden, meaning ‘Companion.’

    The absence of Asantewaa’s husband at the event has sparked online speculation and renewed discussions about their marriage, including questions about paternity.

    Earlier this year, Asantewaa announced her son’s birth on social media, and although she sought privacy, her pregnancy and childbirth had already been widely discussed by various socialites, including U.S.-based TikToker Obaa Cee.

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  • Italian archbishop and staunch critic of Pope Francis excommunicated

    Italian archbishop and staunch critic of Pope Francis excommunicated

    The Vatican has excommunicated Archbishop Carlo Maria Vigano, an outspoken critic of Pope Francis, citing his refusal to submit to papal authority and accusations of schism against the Catholic Church.

    Archbishop Vigano, 83, known for his ultra-conservative views, has been at odds with Pope Francis for years, publicly calling for the pontiff’s resignation and accusing him of heresy. His criticisms have targeted the Pope’s positions on issues such as immigration, climate change, and LGBTQ+ rights, which Vigano vehemently opposes.

    Previously serving as the papal envoy to Washington from 2011 to 2016, Archbishop Vigano gained international attention in 2018 when he went into hiding after alleging that Pope Francis had ignored sexual abuse allegations against an American cardinal. The Vatican dismissed his claims.

    In recent years, Vigano’s rhetoric expanded to include conspiracy theories, particularly regarding COVID-19 vaccines and what he termed as “globalist” agendas promoted by international organizations like the UN, echoing themes popular among certain US conspiracy theorists.

    The Vatican’s doctrinal office announced the excommunication, stating, “The Most Reverend Carlo Maria Vigano was found guilty of the reserved delict of schism.” This formal action underscores his refusal to acknowledge Pope Francis’s authority, as highlighted in his public statements and writings.

    Responding to the Vatican’s decree, Archbishop Vigano reaffirmed his stance via a post on X, linking to the emailed decree and stating, “What was attributed to me as guilt for my conviction is now put on record, confirming the Catholic Faith that I fully profess.”

    Last month, the archbishop was charged with schism and denying the legitimacy of Pope Francis, views he defiantly expressed as an “honour.” Vigano explicitly rejected Pope Francis’s leadership, condemning what he described as “scandals, errors, and heresies” attributed to the pontiff.

    Pope Francis has encountered resistance from traditionalist factions within the Church for his progressive stances on social issues, including his efforts to foster inclusivity towards LGBTQ+ individuals, advocacy for migrant rights, and critique of capitalist excesses.

    This excommunication follows previous actions by the Pope against dissenting voices within the Church, such as the dismissal of Bishop Joseph E Strickland of Texas in 2023.

  • Ghana can only thrive if vote-buying is banned – Archbishop Adonteng Boateng

    Ghana can only thrive if vote-buying is banned – Archbishop Adonteng Boateng

    Ghanaian-American theologian and philanthropist, Archbishop Kofi Adonteng Boateng, has urged Ghanaians to refrain from accepting money from political candidates in exchange for votes.

    He emphasized that the nation’s issues, such as economic challenges and power outages (dumsor), will persist if leaders are not elected through fair means.

    In an interview with Ghanaian blogger, Zionfelix, he described a scenario where a politician who spends a large sum of money to secure votes would likely recoup that investment by inflating project budgets once in power.

    The Archbishop called for a law to be enacted that bars vote-buying to address this problem.

    “People should not accept money from politicians to vote; otherwise, Ghana will never thrive, and ‘dumsor’ will continue. If I aim to become president and distribute about $500 billion, once in office, I must recover that money. For instance, if there’s a road construction budget, I would divide it by six, keep five parts, and allocate one part to the actual project.

    “And then we will remain in a state of hardship. The nation should enact a law that prohibits vote-buying during elections. When vote-buying occurs, it corrupts the election. Therefore, citizens should heed the messages of political candidates and vote conscientiously,” Archbishop Adonteng stated.

    The clergyman’s comments were in reference to the upcoming 2024 elections and their potential impact on the nation, depending on the electoral outcome.

    The general elections are scheduled for December 7, 2024.

  • UK and world react to death of Queen Elizabeth II

    The Archbishop of Canterbury, Justin Welby, has said in a statement that his “prayers are with the King and the Royal Family”.

    Quote Message: As we grieve together, we know that, in losing our beloved Queen, we have lost the person whose steadfast loyalty, service and humility has helped us make sense of who we are”

    He added that the Queen leaves behind a truly extraordinary legacy “that is found in almost every corner of our national life, as well as the lives of so many nations around the world, and especially in the Commonwealth”.

    The archbishop says he met her on many occasions. He paid tribute to her “clarity of thinking, capacity for careful listening, inquiring mind, humour, remarkable memory and extraordinary kindness”.

    As the flag was lowered at Windsor Castle, and the announcement was made, there was stunned silence.

    Shock. Disbelief. Her Majesty the Queen had died at the age of 96.

    A woman next to me burst into tears. For most of the afternoon the rain had poured down in Windsor.

    Soon after the announcement, the skies cleared, and a rainbow appeared.

    Castle staff covered visitor signs in black paper. Crowds began to gather. They laid flowers. And candles.

    Windsor Castle was the Queen’s much-loved home. Locals here saw her as their neighbour.

    They along with so many around the world, will feel her loss deeply.

    The Duke of Sussex has now arrived at Balmoral, where a few floral tributes have already been laid, a few hours after his brother William and Princes Andrew and Edward.

    Prince Harry will join other members of the Royal Family as they mourn the death of the Queen, who died earlier this afternoon.

    His wife Meghan did not travel with him to Scotland.

    Source:BBC

  • Ghana Anglican Church doesn’t fully support anti-LGBTQ+ Bill – Archbishop of Canterbury suggests

    “While not condoning same-sex marriage, the Anglican Church in Ghana does not condone the criminalisation of the LGBTQ+ community,” the words of Justin Welby, the Archbishop of Canterbury.

    This is the third statement he has issued around Ghana’s anti-LGBTQ+ Bill that is currently before Parliament.

    While not explicitly referring to the Bill – The Proper Human Sexual Rights and Ghanaian Family Values Bill, 2021 – the leader of the global Anglican Communion speaks to a recent meeting with leaders of the Anglican congregation in Ghana.

    “As I said in my first statement on the matter – which still stands – homophobia, including the criminalisation of LGBTQ+ people is always wrong in any context.

    “Additionally, and importantly in this matter, while not condoning same-sex marriage, the Anglican Church in Ghana does not condone the criminalisation of the LGBTQ+ community,” he said at a General Synod meeting held on Tuesday, November 16, 2021.

    He reiterated the Church’s known pro-LGBTQ+ stance and stressed his own position on the matter before asking the faithful to join him pray for Bishops in Ghana.

    “Please join me in praying for the bishops of the Anglican Church in Ghana as they seek to bring the light and life of Christ to decision-making processes in their own country, and to influence their government in defending the most vulnerable in their society,” the statement concluded.

    Synod: Archbishop Justin’s remarks on the Church of Ghana

    Speaking at General Synod today, the Archbishop of Canterbury said homophobia, including the criminalisation of LGBTQ+ people, is always wrong in any context – and that the Anglican Church in Ghana does not condone the criminalisation of the LGBTQ+ community.

    Archbishop Justin said:

    “In response to the point made by the chair of the Business Committee, I wanted to make a couple of comments about the situation in our relations with the Anglican Church in Ghana. As I said in my first statement on the matter – which still stands – homophobia, including the criminalisation of LGBTQ+ people is always wrong in any context. Lambeth 1.10 1998 makes this very clear, as do various communiques by the Primates since then. Additionally, and importantly in this matter, while not condoning same-sex marriage, the Anglican Church in Ghana does not condone the criminalisation of the LGBTQ+ community.

    “I continue to pray for and seek to support all those who struggle and suffer in the LGBTQ+ community and all those who suffer also from the ongoing effects of colonialism and imbalances of global power. As with many of the differences and divisions within the Anglican Communion, as Archbishop and as one of the Instruments of Communion and what is called a ‘focus of unity, I carry on numerous discussions in private which if made public would be rendered useless or even harmful.

    “Please join me in praying for the bishops of the Anglican Church in Ghana as they seek to bring the light and life of Christ to decision-making processes in their own country, and to influence their government in defending the most vulnerable in their society.”

    Source: www.ghanaweb.com

  • Churches reopening is ‘great blessing’ – Archbishop

    Cardinal Vincent Nichols, the Archbishop of Westminster, says it is a “great blessing” that English churches will soon be able to open their doors to worshippers again.

    The government is set to announce next week that all places of worship in England can allow private individual prayer from 15 June.

    Nichols said: “Not every Catholic church will be open on 15 June. Local decisions and provision have to lead this process. But it is a great blessing for individuals and for the benefit of all in society, that church doors will again be open to all who long to pray there for the peace and grace we need today.”

    According to The Sunday Times, the government might soon also allow outdoor weddings, currently limited to Jews and Quakers. The report also claims restrictions on weddings and funerals will be eased to enable up to 10 people to attend such occasions indoors from early July.

    Source: bbc.com

  • Cameroonian bishop denies finding cure for virus

    The Archbishop of Cameroon’s commercial capital, Douala, has denied reports that he has found a cure for Covid-19 but said he has been “studying plants for a long time”.

    Local media reported last week that Samuel Kleda had been offering a free treatment “based on plants he says he knows”.

    Archbishop Kleda told Cameroon’s Equinox TV that “taking into account the symptoms of people who are presented as infected with coronavirus, I apply recipes made from plants. I apply this treatment to them. They respond positively, that is, they feel better”.

    He however warned that he did not say he “found a cure for coronavirus. That I did not say”.

    The World Health Organization says it does not recommend “self-medication with any medicines… as a prevention or cure for Covid-19” and there is no proof that these can work.

    International trials are under way to find an effective treatment, it adds.

    After South Africa, Cameroon has the highest number of coronavirus cases in sub-Saharan Africa. Some 1,705 people have tested positive, 58 of whom have died.

    Source: bbc.com