Accra Archdiocesan Council of Catholic Women’s Prayer Day 2026

Catholic women from across the Archdiocese of Accra gathered at the Holy Spirit Cathedral, Adabraka, on Saturday, June 20, 2026, for the Accra Archdiocesan Council of Catholic Women (AACCW) Prayer Day 2026 under the theme: “Catholic Women, Let Us Ignite Our Faith, Fuel Our Passion and Unleash Our Potential for Unity and Peace.”

The annual event brought together women from various parishes and societies to pray, reflect, and renew their commitment to God and the mission of the Church. The programme began with the arrival of participants and the recitation of the Holy Rosary led by Sr. Gifty Anna Agbadzi, HDR.

Delivering the welcome address, the President of the AACCW, Sister Rita Amivi Wurth-Seddoh, welcomed participants and expressed gratitude to all who had gathered for the annual prayer session. She encouraged Catholic women to remain committed to promoting unity and peace within the Church and society.

The highlight of the event was a presentation by the main speaker, Madam Rebecca Ackah, on the topic: “They Were All Together in One Place and No One Lacked” (Acts 4:34-35).

Madam Rebecca Ackah challenged Catholic women to understand their identity and the important role they play in the life of the Church. She explained that the purpose of the gathering was to ensure that every woman leaves with a deeper understanding of her mission as a woman of faith. Speaking on the theme, she called on women to ignite their faith by putting their belief in God into action. According to her, faith is complete trust and confidence in God and the assurance that He is able to fulfil His promises. “Do not give up on God because He will never give up on you. He is able,” she said.

Madam Rebecca Ackah urged Catholic women to fuel their passion by developing a strong commitment to the mission of the Church and to causes that promote unity and peace. She also encouraged them to unleash their God-given potential by overcoming challenges and using their talents for the benefit of the Church and society. She emphasized that women were instrumental in the growth of the early Church and continue to play a vital role in the Church today. According to her, the strength of Catholic women lies in their unity, collaboration, and shared commitment.

Madam Rebecca Ackah further reminded the women that unity is at the heart of Christianity. Referring to the Holy Trinity and Jesus’ prayer for unity in John 17:20-23, she noted that believers are called to live in love, peace, and togetherness.

In conclusion, she called on Catholic women to move beyond words and embrace action, saying the Women Council is inviting members to sustain and intensify efforts aimed at achieving unity and peace in the Church and society. Intercessory prayers and the homily were delivered by Rev. Fr. Michael Etse, Assistant Cathedral Administrator. In his homily, he encouraged the women to remain steadfast in prayer and imitate the example of the early Christian community, which lived in love, unity, and shared responsibility.

He urged them to be ambassadors of peace in their homes, parishes, and communities, reminding them that prayer and unity are essential for the growth of the Church. He also called on the faithful to continue supporting one another and to place their trust in God in all circumstances.

In an interview, the Immediate Past President of AACCW, Sister Mary Baffoe-Ashun, thanked God for granting favourable weather and making the Prayer Day celebration successful despite the rainy season.

Reflecting on the keynote address, she said the message on unity was in line with the Council’s motto, “Unity and Peace.” She urged Catholic women to remain united and continue dedicating themselves to the work of God despite life’s challenges.

Drawing inspiration from the homily, she reminded the faithful that with God all things are possible and encouraged women to make prayer a priority. She echoed the words of the celebrant that when women pray, things happen, and urged Catholic women to continue praying for the Church and its hierarchy.

Speaking after leading the Rosary, Sr. Gifty Anna Agbadzi, HDR, expressed joy at participating in the programme. She said she was privileged to join members of the Catholic Women Council to offer prayers for women and fathers ahead of Father’s Day celebrations. She commended fathers for their sacrifices and dedication to their families and society and prayed for God’s blessings upon them. She also encouraged women, especially religious women in Accra and beyond, to become active members of the Catholic Women Council to support its mission and activities.

Speaking after the programme, the President of the Accra Archdiocesan Council of Catholic Women (AACCW), Sister Rita Amivi Wurth-Seddoh, underscored the significance of the annual Prayer Day, describing it as a platform for Catholic women to renew their faith and strengthen fellowship among themselves. Touching on the theme, “They Were All Together in One Place and No One Lacked” (Acts 4:34-35), she said the message encourages Catholic women to share their blessings and support one another so that no member of the community is left in need. She reaffirmed the Council’s commitment to promoting unity and peace among Catholic women and called on members to remain steadfast in prayer and continue working together for the growth of the Church.

The President explained that the Council’s four-year theme, “Catholic Women, Let Us Ignite Our Faith, Fuel Our Passion and Unleash Our Potential for Unity and Peace,” seeks to inspire women to put their talents, professional expertise, wisdom, and resources at the service of the Church and society.

A member of the Catholic Women Council, Sister Hellen Yettey Apaloo, also stressed the importance of prayer in the life of every Christian. According to her, prayer should not only be offered in times of difficulty but should become a regular part of Christian life. She encouraged parents to pray for their children and the youth and cautioned Christians against allowing worldly pressures and the pursuit of material things to draw them away from God.

Drawing inspiration from the Blessed Virgin Mary, she urged the faithful to imitate her humility, obedience, and steadfastness in prayer and prayed for God’s continued blessings and protection upon His people.

The 2026 Prayer Day ended on a spirit-filled note, with participants renewing their commitment to deepen their faith, foster unity, and become instruments of peace and transformation in the Church and society.

The gathering once again demonstrated the vital role Catholic women continue to play in advancing the mission of the Church through prayer, service, and unity.

Story by:
Thelma N. E. Impraim-Holm
Depsocom Accra