The Presbyterian Church of Ghana, Ebenezer Congregation in New York, has made history with the inauguration and enrollment of its first New York Company of the Boys and Girls Brigade, marking a significant milestone in the church’s youth ministry within the diaspora.
The historic ceremony, held on Sunday, November 8, 2026, under the North America Australia Presbytery, brought together church members, parents, Brigade officers and supporters to witness the establishment of the pioneering company.
The ceremony also marked the commissioning and appointment of Officer Amos Nii Quaye Quatey as Boys’ Captain and Officer Victoria Nyame Oppong as Girls’ Captain. Rev. Felix Addo Botchway serves as the Chaplain of the company.
The establishment of the company underscores the congregation’s commitment to nurturing young people through Christian values, discipline, leadership and service. The Boys’ Brigade is guided by the motto “Sure and Steadfast,” while the Girls’ Brigade upholds “Seek, Serve and Follow Christ.”
ACKNOWLEDGMENT AND APPRECIATION
In recognition of the support and contributions towards the successful ceremony, special appreciation was extended to Catechist Frimpong of Bridgeport Presbyterian Church and his Boys and Girls Brigade Officers for their assistance and support. Catechist Frimpong played a significant role in commissioning the Reverend, while Dr. Bernard, Chairman of the North America Australia Boys Brigade Council, assisted the Reverend in commissioning the Boys’ Brigade members.
The congregation also acknowledged Commissioner Mrs. Ernestina Twum Addai, Eastern Regional Council Girls Brigade Commissioner and Diaspora Coordinator for the North America Australia Girls Brigade, for her contribution to the growth and development of the Brigade.
Officer Mavis Awuah, a member of the Diaspora Girls Brigade, was also recognized for her support to Commissioner Ernestina Twum Addai throughout the process.
Other acknowledgments included Dr. Bernard, Chairman of the North America Australia Boys Brigade Council, for his invaluable contribution, as well as the prospective Company Officers of Mt. Zion Presbyterian Church, Worcester, for their participation and support.
The inauguration marks a new chapter in the congregation’s efforts to strengthen the Brigade’s presence in New York and provide a platform for young people to grow in faith, character, discipline and leadership.
The congregation expressed gratitude to all who contributed to the success of the ceremony and prayed for God’s guidance and blessings upon the newly established company, its officers and members.
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