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Abstract

This article explores the need for leadership development in the Churches of Christ in Ghana, focusing on Church of Christ congregations in Teshie. It highlights persistent challenges, including the lack of spiritual maturity, structure, and contextualization. To meet these challenges, this article emphasizes principles and practices of discipleship, intentional training, and cultural relevance. This study contributes to a broader understanding of ecclesial leadership of the Churches of Christ within African Christian contexts and suggests practical pathways for strengthening leadership in similar congregations.

Author Bio

Francis Brown holds a Master of Divinity from Abilene Christian University and is currently pursuing a PhD at Trinity Theological Seminary, Legon, Ghana. He serves as an Assistant Lecturer at Heritage Christian University and as the minister in charge of the Tsuibleoo Church of Christ congregation in Ghana. He holds two bachelor’s degrees: a BA in Information Studies with Linguistics from the University of Ghana and a Bachelor of Theology from Heritage Christian University. Francis is married to Portia, and they are blessed with two children, Nyameye and David. He has a strong passion for theological engagement, particularly on existential issues facing the Church, as congregations in Ghana seek new and meaningful ways to grow. 

Nathan Bills is the Dean of Humanities and Social Sciences at Heritage Christian University in Accra, Ghana. He has served at HCU since 2019 with his wife, Jenni, and their four children. He holds a BA in Bible from Harding University, an MDiv from Harding School of Theology, and a ThD (Old Testament) from Duke University.

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