If God wants you to lead the Church, it will happen – Adwoa Safo tells Safo Akofena

Former Dome-Kwabenya Member of Parliament (MP) Sarah Adwoa Safo has accused her brother, Israel Nana Kwadwo Safo Akofena, of damaging the legacy of their late father, Apostle Dr. Kwadwo Safo Kantanka.

Her comments come as a growing disagreement over the leadership and funeral arrangements of the Kristo Asafo Mission continues to create tension within the family.

The former legislator expressed her disappointment over what she described as her brother’s actions.

According to Adwoa Safo, the dispute surrounding who should lead the church has led to disagreements that have now become public.

She believes the situation is taking attention away from the achievements and legacy of their late father, who founded the Kristo Asafo Mission.

Adwoa Safo Criticises Brother’s Conduct

Speaking in an interview with Accra-based Citi FM, Adwoa Safo said she was unhappy with the way the family disagreement has developed.

She alleged that her brother’s desire to lead the church has contributed to the public disagreements that are currently taking place.

According to her, disagreements within families should be handled privately instead of being taken to the media and discussed publicly.

She expressed concern that the situation could have a negative effect on the reputation of the family and the church that their father worked to build.

“It is embarrassing and a shame that one person in the family wants to wash our dirty linen in public and engage the media all the time,” she said.

Adwoa Safo believes that the disagreement should not be allowed to overshadow the work and achievements of Apostle Dr. Kwadwo Safo Kantanka.

She suggested that the family should instead focus on protecting the legacy of their late father and ensuring that the church continues to grow.

Disagreement Over Church Leadership

A major part of the dispute appears to involve the question of who should lead the Kristo Asafo Mission following the death of its founder.

Adwoa Safo accused her brother of wanting to take control of the church and said the process of selecting or accepting a new leader should not be forced.

She argued that anyone who is meant to become the leader of the church should allow the process to happen naturally.

According to the former MP, leadership of a church is not something that should be obtained through pressure, public disagreements or personal ambition.

She said people who are interested in leading the church must be patient and allow God and the proper process to determine the outcome.

“If God wants you to lead the church, it will happen. But don’t force your way into it or use any means to secure the position,” she stated.

Her comments show that she does not believe that church leadership should become a source of conflict among family members.

Leadership Should Be Seen as a Calling

Adwoa Safo also spoke about the importance of pastoral leadership and how she believes people should approach it.

According to the former legislator, becoming a pastor or taking up a leadership role in a church should be seen as a calling from God.

She argued that such positions should not be pursued simply because a person wants power or authority.

In her view, someone who is genuinely called to lead the church will eventually have the opportunity to do so without having to fight for the position.

She warned that the actions of people involved in the dispute could have wider consequences.

According to her, public disagreements over the church’s leadership could damage the image of the Kristo Asafo Mission.

She also expressed concern that the reputation of the people involved could be affected by the ongoing conflict.

Concerns Over Their Father’s Legacy

The disagreement has also raised questions about the future of the legacy left behind by Apostle Dr. Kwadwo Safo Kantanka.

As the founder of the Kristo Asafo Mission, he played a major role in establishing and developing the church.

Adwoa Safo believes that the family should be working together to protect what their father built instead of engaging in public disagreements.

She is concerned that the ongoing dispute could cause people to focus more on the family’s internal problems than on the achievements of their late father.

For her, the best way to honour his memory would be to ensure that his work and values are respected.

She therefore wants those involved in the dispute to show patience and avoid actions that could create further division.

Dispute Over Funeral Arrangements

The leadership disagreement has also come at a time when there is tension over the funeral arrangements for Apostle Dr. Kwadwo Safo Kantanka.

The Kristo Asafo Mission recently stated that it had not received official information about any agreed funeral or burial arrangements for its late founder.

The statement has added another layer to the disagreement surrounding the family and the church.

However, Adwoa Safo has rejected the position taken by the Kristo Asafo Mission.

She insists that arrangements for the funeral have already been made and that the funeral will begin on Thursday, July 30.

According to her, the funeral rites will start on that date, with the remaining activities expected to continue in the days that follow.

Her position appears to be different from that of the church, which has said it was not officially informed about any agreed arrangements.

Family Disagreement Becomes Public

The situation has attracted public attention because of the involvement of members of the family and the Kristo Asafo Mission.

Adwoa Safo’s comments indicate that she would prefer the disagreements to be resolved privately rather than through public statements and media discussions.

She believes that public arguments could make it more difficult for the family to find a peaceful solution.

The former MP’s concerns also reflect the importance of maintaining unity after the death of a respected family member and church founder.

She appears to be calling for calm and patience as the family and the church deal with questions about leadership and funeral arrangements.

Calls for Patience and Unity

At the heart of Adwoa Safo’s comments is a call for patience.

She believes that those who may be interested in leading the Kristo Asafo Mission should not rush to take control.

Instead, she wants the process to be allowed to develop naturally.

She also believes that the family must be careful not to allow their disagreements to destroy the reputation of the church or the legacy of their late father.

The former MP’s position is that the focus should remain on honouring Apostle Dr. Kwadwo Safo Kantanka and protecting the institution he founded.

What Happens Next?

The disagreement between members of the family and the Kristo Asafo Mission is likely to continue attracting public attention as the funeral date approaches.

With Adwoa Safo insisting that the funeral will begin on Thursday, July 30, questions remain about how the arrangements will proceed and whether the different sides will reach an understanding.

The dispute over church leadership is also expected to remain an important issue.

For now, Adwoa Safo has made her position clear. She believes that public disagreements are harming the family’s image and could damage the legacy of their late father.

She is therefore urging those involved to exercise patience and allow the right process to determine the future leadership of the Kristo Asafo Mission.

The former Dome-Kwabenya MP’s comments have added to the ongoing conversation about the future of the church and the arrangements to honour its late founder.

As the family and church continue to deal with the situation, many will be watching to see whether the disagreements can be resolved peacefully and whether the legacy of Apostle Dr. Kwadwo Safo Kantanka can remain the main focus.