The Presiding Bishop of the Methodist Church Ghana, Most Rev. Prof. Johnson Kwabena Asamoah-Gyadu, has dismissed claims that the church misuses tithes.
His comments follow a viral video in which a member questioned a Pastor on tithing, as well as concerns over a renovation project undertaken by the Koforidua Diocese at a Central Hospital ward, which reportedly did not receive the expected attention.
Reacting to the developments, the Presiding Bishop emphasised that the Church’s governance structure ensures accountability at every level, describing it as one of the most organised religious institutions in the country.
According to him, the Church operates a transparent system in which offerings and tithes are regularly accounted for, including weekly disclosures to congregants.
“The Methodist Church is one of the most structured churches in this country. Decisions are made at the Leaders’ Meeting, then moved to the Quarterly Meeting, the Synods, and finally the Conference. So it can never be true that we receive resources in the Church and do not account for them. We account for Tithes and offerings,” he said.
He said individuals raising concerns about the use of tithes should consider the broader context.
“Anybody who is smart and asking the Methodist Church how we use tithes should have put the two stories together,” he stated.
He reaffirmed the Church’s commitment to strict accountability in managing financial contributions from its members.
