In his message, Bishop Annancy expressed concern over a growing decline in the understanding and appreciation of Anglican identity, liturgical rhythms, and worship traditions across many parishes.
“I have noticed a troubling drift in our spiritual and liturgical practices. In too many of our churches, our clerical identity, worship rhythm, and the beauty of our Anglican heritage are slowly fading,” he remarked. “Many congregants sit in silence during services—not because they don’t love God, but because we have stopped teaching them.”
The bishop stressed the urgent need for priests, catechists, and evangelists to return to foundational teaching.
“This is a call to go back to basics,” he said. “Let us teach Anglican catechism and fundamental Christian doctrines again. Let us help our people not only understand the words we say in worship, but also know why we say them and where they are grounded in Scripture.”
He emphasized that the richness of the Anglican tradition must be revived in every service and in every soul.
In addressing inconsistencies in how Scripture is applied in churches, Bishop Annancy warned against a shallow, overly emotional approach to worship that neglects biblical foundation.
“The promises of God, as stated in the Bible, are not inconsistent or exaggerated. Without the Word of God at the center of our worship, we lose our anchor and we lose our power,” he stated. “A church that chases only emotional experiences but neglects solid foundations cannot stand.”
Right Rev Felix Odie said this during Koforidua Anglican Diocese the session of its 15th Synod
He therefore called on all parishes and church councils to revisit and reestablish structured Bible study, not as a routine program, but as a vital expression of Christian identity.
“Let us go back and teach our members with clarity. Not because I said so, not because it’s just another program, but because it defines who we are,” he said. “Let us build a Diocese that grows with the Scriptures, loves the Scriptures, and lives by the Scriptures—because at the end of the day, Scripture matters. Information matters.”
Bishop Annancy concluded his address with a powerful charge: that every corner of the Diocese should witness a renewed fire of faith—burning brighter than ever before.
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