The Wenchi West District of the Seventh Day Adventist (SDA) Church, part of the Mid West Ghana Conference in the Bono Region, has recognized and awarded 20 young girls for maintaining their virginity.
The award ceremony, spearheaded by the Young Adventist Women Ministries, celebrated the moral integrity of girls aged 13 to 16, reinforcing values rooted in Christian principles and Ghanaian cultural traditions.
Mrs. Nana Amponsah Poku, Coordinator of the Young Adventist Women Ministries, explained that the initiative aims to nurture the holistic well-being of young women.
She noted that empowering young girls to embrace their unique identity fosters self-confidence and wise decision-making in their relationships and activities.
Mrs. Poku likened the ceremony to traditional puberty rites such as Bragoro and Dipo, which have historically prepared adolescent girls for societal and marital responsibilities. She emphasized that the modernized Christian approach involves presenting the girls before God for blessings and guidance.
Pastor Andrews Dua Bour Kyereh, Associate Pastor of the Wenchi West District, commended the honorees for their discipline and purity, urging them to prioritize education and remain steadfast in their faith. He also encouraged other young girls in the church and the community to emulate their example.
Pastor Kyereh further advised parents to play an active role in instilling discipline and guiding their children toward virtuous living.
Some of the awarded girls expressed their gratitude to the church leaders for their guidance and support in helping them uphold their values.
The event underscored the church’s commitment to shaping the next generation of young women with a blend of cultural heritage and Christian teachings.