The Role of the Church of Scotland in Ghana 1972–2022

This article examines the Church of Scotland's involvement in Ghana from 1972 to 2022, tracing its evolution from direct missionary presence to partnership relationships. It explores contributions to Presbyterian church governance, education and theological scholarship, while addressing challenges including worship divergence, sexuality disputes and the gradual decline of Scottish influence amid growing Ghanaian church independence, as well as the significant theological contribution of Professor Kwame Bediako on Scotland.

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Scottish Church History
Published
2025-10-01
DOI
https://doi.org/10.3366/sch.2025.0136
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Religious Freedom and Discrimination
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The Role of the Church of Scotland in Ghana 1972–2022

Kenneth R. Ross
Scottish Church History
Religious Freedom and Discrimination
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The Role of the Church of Scotland in Ghana 1972–2022

Kenneth R. Ross
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Abstract

This article examines the Church of Scotland's involvement in Ghana from 1972 to 2022, tracing its evolution from direct missionary presence to partnership relationships. It explores contributions to Presbyterian church governance, education and theological scholarship, while addressing challenges including worship divergence, sexuality disputes and the gradual decline of Scottish influence amid growing Ghanaian church independence, as well as the significant theological contribution of Professor Kwame Bediako on Scotland.

Scottish Church HistoryVol. 54(2)
University of Malawi (MW)
Openalex Percentile: Top 52%
Religious Freedom and Discrimination
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