ABOUT US – (THE A.Y.P.

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THE GENESIS
Formed in Canada in 1902, the Anglican Young People's Association (A.Y.P.A) was introduced to Ghana in
1951 by the late Bishop Aruna Kojo Nelson. The first branch was established at the Saint Michael and All
Angels Anglican Church in Korle Gonno where he was the parish priest.
From a very humble beginning, the association grew very rapidly and by 1956, more branches had been
formed. The association was organised on national level and today has presence in eight dioceses (Accra,
Koforidua, Ho, Cape Coast, Kumasi, Sekondi-Takoradi, Wiawso, Sunyani and Tamale) in the country. It is
present in almost all Anglican parishes throughout the country.
The St. Stephen Branch, Tema, of the A.Y.P.A was formed in the year 1992 with the late Abraham Decardi-
Nelson as its first President.

WHAT WE DO
We focus on increasing the effectiveness of the individuals, programmes and systems that support youth
development. We understand youth development principles and the need of young people.
We build capacity in educational, career, relationship, peer, marriage and health counselling. We also
develop capacity to handle troubled young people.
The Association sets out to make young people firm in faith and ready to serve our Lord and His
Church. The association is centred on four principles 'work, edification, fellowship and worship'. Our
Motto is 'For Christ and the Church’

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Program Line-Up
OPENING PRAYER

AYPA ANTHEM

WELCOME ADDRESS AND PRESIDENT’S STATEMENT

PRESENTATION OF BRANCH REPORT

AUDITORS REPORT

PRESENTATION OF FINANCIAL REPORT

OPEN FORUM AND DISCUSSION OF REPORTS

DISSOLUTION OF EXECUTIVE BODY

ELECTIONS

AYPA SONG

CLOSING

REFRESHMENT

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REPORT OF ST. STEPHEN BRANCH OF THE ANGLICAN YOUNG PEOPLE'S ASSOCIATION FOR THE
PERIOD 1ST AUGUST 2016 TO 31ST JULY 2018, PRESENTED AT THE 13TH BIENNIAL CONFERENCE
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HELD AT THE YOUTH HALL ON TUESDAY 20 NOVEMBER 2018

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0 Preamble
'Let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we
do not give up' (Galatians 6:9)
Captured in this report is an overview of programmes and activities that were organized
during the period under review. It highlights the programmes, successes, challenges,
recommendations and acknowledgement.

2.0 Leadership
The leadership of the St. Stephen Branch comprises Executives who were elected into
office at the 12th Biennial Delegates Conference held on Tuesday 7th February, 2017 at the
Youth Hall, Appointees and Ex-officio as follows:

Name
Elected Executives
· Bro. Francis Kofi Somuah
· Sis. Vanessa-Mary Coleman
· Sis. Eloina Ingrid N. N. Baddoo
· Bro. Christopher Felix Cudjoe
· Bro. Frederick Aikins
· Bro. Robert K. D. Obeng
Position
- President
- Vice President
- Secretary
- Assistant Secretary
- Organizer
- Treasurer

Appointed Executives
The following were appointed by the elected executives to their respective positions in
accordance with the constitution;
· Bro. Charles-Spencer Coleman - Financial Secretary
· Bro. Nehemiah Amuah - Assistant Organizer
· Bro. Ekow Hutton-Mensah - Chaplain

Ex-Officio
The following were part of the Executive Council by virtue of their past and present position in
the Branch, Archdeaconry, Diocese and National Council.
· Bro. John Essien - TAC President
· Bro. Darius Asuming - Immediate Past Organizer

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3.0 Induction
An installation service was held for the Branch Executives by the leadership of the Tema
Archdeaconry Council of the A.Y.P.A at St. Stephen Anglican Church, Tema, on Sunday, 14th
May 2017 during the 9:00am service. The celebrant for the day was Rev'd. Canon Stephen
Adjei.

4.0 Membership
The numerical strength of the branch for the period stood at 110, representing 67 males
and 43 females. Of the total membership, 83 were active and 27 dormant.

5.0 Meetings
The branch held 98 weekly meetings during the period under review, with 8 quarterly
Executive Meetings and 4 Emergency meetings.

6.0 Programmes and Activities

6.1 National Executive Council (NEC) Activities
6.1.1 NEC Conference
Two members from the Branch attended the 15th Biennial National Delegates Conference
held at Sefwi-Wiawso Senior High School in the Western Region from 25th to 28th August
2016.

6.2 Accra Diocesan Council (ADC) Activities

6.2.1 ADC Conference
Seven members from the branch attended the 15th Biennial Delegates Conference of the
Accra Diocesan Council from 23rd to 25th September 2016 at the Catholic Retreat Center,
Lashibi. The theme for the conference was 'Inspiring our generation for greater works'.

6.2.2 ADC Annual Revivals

The Branch actively participated in all the two (2) annual revivals held within the biennial
year under review. The first two days of the A.D.C 2017 Three (3) day Revival was held at the
St. Alban Anglican Church, Tema on the 18th and 19th of January 2017. Speaker was Rev'd.
Canon. Okaijah Bortier. The third day (20th January 2017) was an all-night service held at All
Saints Anglican Church, Adabraka. Speaker was Rev'd. Fr. Edward Foli-Adade. The revival
was held on A.D.C's theme for the year which is 'Be the difference; act well thy part',John
6:9.
The Branch hosted the first two days of the 2018 A.D.C 3 Day revival, which was held under

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the theme 'the time to act is now', Ephesians 5:15-17 on the 17 and 18 January 2018.
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Speaker was Rev'd. Fr. Emmanuel Obed Quao. The third day of the revival (19 January
2018), which was an all night service was held at St. Mary Anglican Church, Accra.

6.2.3 Leadership Training

Four of the branch executives participated in the ADC Leadership Training organized for all
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elected and appointed executives within the Accra Diocese on 11 February 2017 at St.
Luke Anglican Church, Kwashieman, on the theme 'Team building, managing yourself in a
volunteer environment'.

6.2.4 Annual Bishop Aruna Kojo Nelson Memorial Celebration

The branch for the first time participated in all the activities to mark the Annual Bishop
Aruna Kojo Nelson Memorial Celebrations held within the biennial year under review. The
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weeklong activities came off from 20 to 26 February 2017 and 23 February to 4 March
2018 for the years 2017 and 2018 respectively.
Notable amongst them were the Memorial lectures and Social Responsibility (Clean
up/Donation at the Tema General Hospital).

6.2.5 Sister Week Celebration

One sister from the branch participated in the 3 day residential workshop in vocational
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skills development training held at the Anglican Retreat Center, Ashalley-Botwe, on 21
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and 22 June 2017. Participants were trained in Wig Cap making, Yoghurt preparation,
personal grooming and facial make up. There was also a health talk on obesity and
infertility.

6.3 Tema Archdeaconry Council (T.A.C) Activities

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6.3.1 1 May Trip
Members from the branch participated in the 2017 Socialization tour to the Aburi
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Botanical Gardens on 1 May 2017. Participants described the trip as educative and they

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 had the opportunity to spend more time with their colleagues from other parishes in the
Archdeaconry.

6.3.2 Sisters Week Celebration (Personality Talk Show)

The branch hosted the Archdeaconry Personality Talk Show to mark the Diocesan Sisters
Week Celebration on 22nd June 2017. The personality for the programme was Afia Pokua
(a.k.a Vim Lady), a radio presenter with the Multimedia Group. She spoke on the theme
'Sisters, stand out with courage and be the difference'.

6.3.3 Bishop's 5th Anniversary (Inter Archdeaconry Youth Debate)

The branch is very proud and takes delight in noting that, it produced all two contestants
that represented the Tema Archdeaconry Council at the Inter Archdeaconry Youth Debate
held on 16th November 2017 at the Accra Ridge Church as part of activities to mark the 5th
Anniversary of the Enthronement of Rt. Rev'd. Dr. S.M. Torto (Bishop of Accra Diocese).
The sterling performance of the team enabled the Archdeaconry to place second in the
competition.

6.3.4 All Night Service

The branch hosted and participated in the All Night Service held on 13th October 2017.
Guest preacher was Rev'd. Fr. James Amoako from Takoradi. Song ministration was by
Ministers Matthew and Joe, and the Tema Archdeaconry Band.

6.3.5 Carol Service

The branch joined other branches within the Archdeaconry to sing songs of praise and
hymns of adoration during a carol service held on 16th December 2017 at St. Monica
Anglican Church, Lashibi to mark the nativity of our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ.
Exposition on the songs was done by Rev'd. Canon Anthony Eiwuley.

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7.0 Branch Activities
The branch organized very educative programmes which were aimed at;
· Promoting Christian fellowship and unity amongst the Youth.
· Providing and offering effective leadership to the Youth of the Church.
· Fulfilling the tenets of the Great Commission through Evangelism.
· Building and enhancing the capacities of the Youth through its programmes
· Unravelling and utilizing the God given talents in the youth.

7.1 Weekly Activities

Some captivating weekly programmes which were organized within the period under
review included; 'Circle of Appreciation', 'Debate Room', 'Relationship Goals', 'Personal
Grooming', 'Recipe Delight', 'Fitspiration', 'Karaoke night', 'Utopia', 'Let's talk about it',
'Bible Study', 'Hymnology'. The programmes whipped up interest of members in the
Association.

7.2. 25th Anniversary Celebration

The year 2017 marked 25 years of the formation of the St. Stephen Branch of the A.Y.P.A.
As such, a committee was constituted to plan a 3-month long activity from 29th June to 6th
August 2017 to commemorate the Anniversary. The Anniversary was held under the
theme 'Attitude of Gratitude' Psalm 139:14b. The theme was chosen purposely to show
appreciation to the almighty God and everyone who in diverse ways helped shaped the
history of the Association to bring it this far.
The Anniversary brought together other parishioners and youth groups within the Tema
Archdeaconry. They included; St. Alban Anglican Church, Tema, Holy Gabriel Anglican
Church, Ashaiman, Christ the King Anglican Church, Sakumono, St. Mary Anglican Church,
Manhean, Trinity Presbyterian Church, Tema, St. Joseph Anglican Church, Prampram, St.
Joseph the Worker Catholic Church, Tema Joint Church, Tema Leo Club, Tema Real Impact
Club etc.
Participation and attendance at all the activities were beyond imagination as the venue
was filled to capacity.
Highlight of the activities are as follows;

7.2.1 Launching and Unveiling of logo

The Anniversary was officially launched amidst pomp and pageantry on Sunday, 29th
June 2018 during the 6:00am and 9:00am services. The 25th Anniversary logo was
unveiled and a cake cut to outdoor the activities. All past Executives, Parish Priests and
members who have served as Executives at the Archdeaconry, Diocesan and National
level were invited to cut the cake and launch the anniversary. They described it as very
memorable.

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7.2.2 Health Walk
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A health walk was organized on Saturday, 15 July 2017 to the Aburi Mountains in the
Eastern region en route from Ayi-Mensah to Peduase. Turnout was very high, compared
to all previous health walks organized, as it attracted large crowd both within and
outside the church. Professional Gym instructors took participants through aerobics,
after which participants were given a nice treat.

7.2.3 Abraham DeCardi-Nelson Memorial Lecture on Leadership

In the Association's quest to ensure that, all members are imbibed with the tenets of
leadership and always avail themselves to serve, a Memorial Lecture on Leadership was
instituted and held in memory of its first president, Abraham Decardi-Nelson, under the
theme 'Where have all the leaders gone to'?. The speaker who delivered the maiden
lecture was Mr. Michael N.A Cobblah, an astute investment banker and Executive
Director of C_Nergy Ghana Limited. He congratulated the organizers for such an honour
made in memory of Abraham Decardi-Nelson and he paid glowing tribute to the late
Abraham Decardi-Nelson whom he had the opportunity to serve with on the Altar as a
young boy. In his delivery, he described Leaders as people who create something out of
nothing and work through other people to achieve quantum results. Siting Lee Lacocca's
book on leadership, he summarized the 10 C's traits which leaders must have as follows;
Common sense, Curiosity, Creativity, Communication, Character, Courage, Conviction,
Charisma, Competence, Crises. Key and notable personalities that attended the
Memorial Lecture included Ven. Major (Rtd) Ebenezer Laryea (Archdeacon of Tema),
Rev'd. Canon. Dr. George Dawson-Amoah (Director of Corporate Planning at GHACEM
Ltd). The Parish Priests and Wardens, together with past and present Diocesan
executives of the A.Y.P.A, were present to grace the occasion.
It is anticipated that, the Abraham DeCardi Nelson Memorial Lecture on Leadership
would be held every 5 years.

7.2.4 Revival
In line with the AYPA's cardinal principle of worship, a 2-day spirit filled revival was held on
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Thursday 20 and Friday 21 July 2017. The guest preacher was Rev'd. Fr. Edward Foli-
Adade, Parish Priest of St. Justin Anglican Church, Ablekuma. He gave an exposition on the
Anniversary theme 'Attitude of Gratitude' Psalm 139:14b. In his sermon, he identified Bible
personalities who were blessed beyond measure for being gratitude to their maker to
preach his sermon. He urged the youth and the church to be appreciative of whatever they
have and always give thanks to God.

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7.2.5 Money Magnetism Summit
A seminar on wealth creation dubbed “Money Magnetism Summit” was organized on
Tuesday 25th July 2017 in collaboration with SDC Capital, a flagship investment bank located
in Accra. Participants were introduced to the principles of wealth creation through
investment and some investment products available on the Ghanaian market. The seminar
afforded participants the opportunity to open mutual fund accounts to cultivate the habit
of investing into the long term.
Participants were advised to shun away from Get Rich Quick Investment Schemes.

7.2.6 Drama and Culture Night

The Anniversary witnessed the formation of the first ever Drama Group of the Association
called The Acts of Martyrs. The Acts of Martyrs thrilled members with a rich stage
performance on Thursday 27th July 2017 at the Youth Hall. There were other performances
like Melodrama, Poetry recitals and choreography from the Junior Youth (JY) and other
invited youth groups. The event was well attended and the venue filled beyond capacity.
That was the maiden performance of the Acts of Martyrs.

7.2.7 Donation
The Association strongly believe that, helping people is a universal principle and true
religion is being kind to the destitute. In line with the Anniversary theme 'Attitude of
Gratitude”, assorted food items valued at several Thousands of Ghana Cedis were donated
to inmates of James Camp Prison, Accra on Saturday 29th July 2017 . Items presented
included Bags of rice, sacks of sugar, detergents, drinks, provisions and toiletries. Members
joined the inmates to worship and fellowship, after which they interacted and fed them.
The Resident Chaplain at James Camp Prison was full of praise and admiration for the kind
gesture. Participants described the event as touching and an eye opener.

7.2.8 Festival of Hymns (Aseda Kese)

On Tuesday 1st August 2017, the Association organized 'Festival of Hymns', a unique service
for choir and congregation which was intended to enhance the understanding of Anglican
hymns by all generations by providing a historical overview of hymnody. The all-male
Melodic Choral Group sang the joyful selected hymns as Rev'd. Chris Ashong delved into
the history of the selected hymns. Participants described the event as awesome and
fulfilling.

7.2.9 Educational Fun Trip

In its effort to encourage the youth to learn and explore more about their natural
environment, the Association embarked on an educational fun trip to the historical town of

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 Keta in the Volta Region. Participants visited one of the earliest Forts (Fort Prinzenstein)
built by the Europeans (Danes) along the Coast of Ghana in 1784. Overlooking the Fort is
the famous Keta Sea Defense Project, which was constructed by government to prevent
further land erosion by the sea. Participants passed by the Keta Lagoon and finally had a full
day rest and fun at the Aborigines Beach Resort. There was food and drinks for everyone to
enjoy. Over 150 people embarked on the trip, which is so far unprecedented.

7.2.10 Thanksgiving
The 25th Anniversary Celebration was climaxed with a thanksgiving service on Sunday, 6th
August 2017 during the 9:00am service. Great Entrance was held to symbolize
appreciation to God for the life and strength to participate in all the activities slated for the
Anniversary. The entire congregation joined in the thanksgiving service. The church's
atmosphere was brightened to life as everyone wore their rich Kente cloth, which was the
official attire for the thanksgiving service. After close of service, there was a mega photo
shoot of members to capture the sizzling moment of the day.

7.3 The 40 Day Challenge

This was an innovative spiritual exercise which was instituted to challenge and encourage
members take active part in the 40 day Lenten season.
Members were challenged to perform an assigned activity (posted on the A.Y.P.A
WhatsApp platform) every day throughout the 40 day Lenten period. In addition,
members were required to read the scripture allotted for the day's activity. Members
converged midweek at church to pray to God.

8.0 Junior Youth (J.Y)

The Association collaborated effectively with the J.Y during the period under review. Slots
were always made available to the J.Y during Youth Month Celebrations for them to exhibit
their God given talents. Again, the Acts of Martyrs (Drama group of the AYPA) have most of
its members being J.Y. They feature in all performances of the group both within and
outside the Parish. Also, two of the executives have been assigned to engage in the Sunday
service of the J.Y. All these have created a sense of belongingness and oneness amongst the
AYPA and J.Y.

9.0 Holy Matrimony

To the Glory of God, the under listed persons were joined in holy matrimony within the
period under review;
* Bro. Jeffery Aikins of St. Stephen Anglican Church, Tema and Sis. Juliette Andoh tied the
knot on Saturday 22nd October, 2016 at St. Stephen Anglican Church, Tema.

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* Bro. Isaac Kwasi Quansah of St. Stephen Anglican Church, Tema and Sis. Joy-Mary Naa
Komiokor Tetteh of Mount Calvary Cross Ministry, Achimota were joined together in
Holy Matrimony on 12th November 2016 at Mount Calvary Cross Ministry, Achimota.
* Bro. Alexander Kwesi Gardiner of St. Stephen Anglican Church, Tema and Sis. Princess
Diana Eyison of St. James Anglican Church, Agona Swedru, tied the knot on Saturday, 7th
July 2018 at St. James Anglican Church, Agona-Swedru.
* Bro. Ebenezer Kennoh of St. Stephen Anglican Church, Tema and Sis. Precious Klutsey of
the Church of Petecost, tied the knot on Saturday, 28th July 2018 at the Church of
Pentecost, Nii Okaiman Assembly, Lapaz-Taborah.

10.0 Deceased
Bro. Richard Mathieson Cyril Edgar Kweku Ghansah passed on to eternal glory on 16th April
2018 at the Tema General Hospital. He was buried on Saturday, 28th July 2018 at Community
9 Cemetery, Tema.

11.0 Achievements/Remarkable feats

* The Association placed 1st (Best Contributor) in the 2017 Church Harvest launching,
which was organized on Guild basis.
* The Association placed 1st in the Inter Guilds Bible Quiz held on 14th July 2018 as part of
activities to mark the 40th Anniversary Celebration of St. Stephen Anglican Church.
* The Association formed a Drama Group called the 'Acts of Martyrs' to harness creative
talents.
* To achieve long term Financial Sustainability, the Association established a long term
'Heritage Investment Fund' to commemorate its 25th Anniversary with seed money of
Five Thousand Ghana Cedis (GH¢5,000.00). As the name suggest, the fund aims at
providing long-term finance for the next generation of members. The money will stay
invested in the fund for the next 25 years, at that time; the Association will mark its 50th
Anniversary.
* Also, the Association formed a business and income generating group called the 'Cooks
of Martyrs', whose duty is to trade items at church events to raise money for the
Association in financing its activities
* With the sterling performance of the youth in all its endeavors, the church has tasked
the youth to spearhead the planning and organizing of all revivals and spiritual
upliftment programmes of the church.
* Christian literature, clothing and food items were donated to Bueko in the Ningo-
Prampram District as part of the Association's Annual Youth Evangelism.
* Nine (9) members of the Association were elected/appointed to join the Parish Church
Council (P.C.C). They are; Bro. Michael Foli Adade, Bro. Peter Addy, Bro. Andrew

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 Attram, Sis. Jocelyn Asare-Konadu, Bro. Hubert Essien, Bro. John Essien, Bro. Darius
Asuming, Bro. Federick Aikins and Bro. Francis Kofi Somuah who is the Secretary to the
P.C.C. We congratulate them for their election/appointment onto the P.C.C.
* Most of the youth have been appointed to serve on various Committees of the church
(Projects Committee, Fund Raising/Harvest Committee, Welfare Committee, Youth
and Children Committee, Music Committee, Communication Committee and
Educational Fund Committee)

12.0 Finances
The financial position of the Branch at the end of the period stood at GH? 14,405.90.
Breakdown is as follows;
· Bank Balances - GH¢9,406.90
· Investment (Heritage Fund) - GH¢5,000.00

13.0 Challenges
· The interesting and captivating nature of our weekly programmes, sometimes make us
keep long at meetings, thereby closing late.
· Irregular attendance to ADC and TAC monthly Council Meetings.

14.0 Recommendations
·Members are being encouraged to participate fully in TAC and ADC activities

15.0 Appreciation
The branch is very grateful to God for His protection, guidance and loving kindness during
the period, and His divine assistance even in time of our challenges. The branch is thankful
to all who in diverse ways helped the association during the period under review. Our
Special gratitude goes to the Parish Priest, Rev'd. Can. Stephen Adjei and the Priest
Assisting, Rev'd. Fr. Thomas Wilson Jacobs who left us in the last days of the period under
review, for giving the youth every single opportunity to be involved and serve on
committees and the P.C.C, which in other Parishes is the preserve of adults. The
Association is also grateful to Rev'd. Chris Ashong for availing himself anytime we called on
him as a guest to our programmes during his internship period with the parish.

Great appreciation goes to the Wardens, the Parish Church Council, all guilds and
associations of the church for their continuous prayers for the association. Kudos to our
patrons and ex-officio's for their technical advice, and standing solidly behind us for the
period. We cannot leave out our dedicated members who have been with the association
through thick and thin. We say God richly bless you in your endeavours.

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 16.0 Conclusion
'Blessed is the one who perseveres under trial because, having stood the test, that person
will receive the crown of life that the Lord has promised to those who love him' James 1:12

Compiled By Confirmed By

.....…..........................…. .....…..........................….
Sis. Eloina Ingrid Baddoo Francis Kofi Somuah
(Secretary) (President)

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Place of business:
Anglican Young Peoples’ Association (A.Y.P.A)
St. Stephen Anglican Church
Community 10, Tema

Auditor:
Bro. Obed Annor Tuo
Treasurer, A.Y.P.A - Tema Archdeaconry Council (T.A.C )
Tema.

REPORT OF THE AUDITOR TO THE MEMBERS OF ST. STEPHEN BRANCH OF THE A.Y.P.A

I have audited the Fund Accountability Statement and the accompanying Bank Statements of the
St. Stephen Branch of the A.Y.P.A for the period 1st August 2016 to 31 st July 2018.

The Branch’s Executive Body is responsible for the preparation of the Fund Accountability
Statement. My responsibility is to express an opinion on the Financial Statement based on my
audit.

I have conducted my audit in accordance with International Standard on Auditing and Ghana
auditing standard. Those standards require that we plan and perform the audit to obtain
reasonable assurance about whether the financial statements are free of material misstatement.
An audit includes examining, on a test basis, evidence supporting the amount and disclosures in
the financial statements.

In my opinion, the financial statements present fairly, in all material aspects, the financial position
of the St. Stephen Branch of the A.Y.P.A for the period 1st August 2016 to 31st July 2018.

………………………………….
Bro. Obed Annor Tuoh
(T.A.C Treasurer)

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FUND ACCOUNTABILITY STATEMENT FOR THE PERIOD 1 AUGUST 2016 TO 31 JULY 2018
PRESENTED AT THE 13TH BIENNIAL CONFERENCE HELD ON TUESDAY, 20TH NOVEMBER 2018
AT THE YOUTH HALL

ACCOUNTING POLICIES
A
.BASIS OF ACCOUNTS
The financial statements have been prepared on historical cost concept and are in
accordance with Ghana Accounting Standard.
All transactions have been recorded on pure cash basis.

B
.INCOME RECOGNITION
Income is recognized in the financial statement in the period in which it is received and in
the period in which it relates.

C
.EXPENDITURE
All expenses are recognized in the financial statement as incurred.

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FUND ACCOUNTABILITY STATEMENT FOR THE PERIOD 1 AUGUST 2016 TO 31 JULY 2018
PRESENTED AT THE 13TH BIENNIAL CONFERENCE HELD ON TUESDAY, 20TH NOVEMBER 2018
AT THE YOUTH HALL

NOTES GH¢
RECEIPTS
Cash and Bank balances 1 30,121.97
Offertory 2 1,928.10
Donation 3a 550.00
Harvest Launching 4 15,376.00
Heart to Heart 6,260.00
Acts of Martyrs 5a 1,888.20
AYPA Clean Up 6a 649.00
Transportation 7a 320.00
Cooks of Martyrs 11a 4,173.00
St. Stephen 40th Anniversary 12a 100.00
AYPA Cloth 649.00
AYPA 25th Anniversary 15a 11,088.40
Other Income 16a 100.00
TOTAL RECEIPTS 73,203.67

LESS EXPENDITURE
Donation 3b 3,707.00
Acts of Martyrs 5b 2,574.00
AYPA Clean Up 6b 649.00
Transportation 7b 923.00
Heart to Heart 8 6,260.00

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Levies 9 370.00
Branch Installation 10 280.00
Harvest Launching 15,376.00
Cooks of Martyrs 11b 3,147.00
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St. Stephen 40 Anniversary 12a 975.00
AYPA Cloth 1,000.00
Honorarium 13 570.00
Refreshment 14 1,257.00
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AYPA 25 Anniversary 15b 21,862.00
Other Expenses 16b 780.00
TOTAL EXPENDITURE 59,730.00
FUND BALANCE 13,473.67

NOTES FORMING PART TO THE FUND ACCOUNTABILITY STATEMENT

GH¢
1. Cash at Bank (01/01/17)
·Central Account 225.32
·Projects Account 29,896.65
30,121.97
2. Offertory
· 21 Feb.2017 - 61.30
· 28 Feb - 23.00
· 07 Mar - 50.10
· 14 Mar - 28.40
· 21 Mar - 27.50
· 28 Mar - 15.30
· 4-Apr - 32.20
· 25-Apr - 21.00
· 2-May - 24.20
· 9-May - 51.00
· 16-May - 24.00
· 23-May - 47.00
· 30-May - 67.00
· 6-Jun - 27.00
· 13-Jun - 35.00
· 20-Jun - 48.50
· 27-Jun - 44.00
· 4th July - 45.50
· 11th July - 21.70
· 8th Aug - 49.40
· 15th Aug - 35.20
· 29th Aug - 33.20
· 5th Sept - 44.00
· 19th Sept - 37.00
· 26th Sept - 20.00
· 3rdOct - 13.00
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· 17 Oct - 41.00
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· 24 Oct - 30.00

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· 31 Oct - 30.00
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· 14 Nov - 32.00
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· 21 Nov - 16.00
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· 5 Dec - 9.00
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· 12 Dec - 22.50
· 16-Jan 2018 - 197.00
· 23-Jan - 58.20
· 30-Jan - 41.20
· 6-Feb - 48.00
· 20-Feb - 43.00
· 26-Feb - 67.10
· 13-Mar - 19.10
· 20-Mar - 27.50
· 17TH April - 47.00
· 08th May - 31.00
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· 15 May - 28.00
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· 22 May - 33.00
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· 29 May - 21.00
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· 12 June - 23.00
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· 19 June - 56.00
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· 10 July - 25.00
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· 17 July - 32.00
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· 31 July - 25.30
1,928.10

3a. Donation
· 26 Mar 17 Sister Yvonne Ankrah - 200.00
· 14th Jan 18 From Osei Somuah - 200.00
· 15th Oct 18 From Bro. Peter Brown for Great Entrance - 100.00
· From Jojo Cromwel - 50.00
550.00

3b. Donation
· 19th Feb 2017 To Archdeaconry Fund Raising - 100.00
· 25th Feb To Guild of the Good Shephered Installation - 100.00
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· 26 Mar To Holy Paraclette 30 Anniversary - 100.00
· 28-May To Women Fellowship Fundraising - 100.00
· 11-Jun To Bro. Chris Send Off - 100.00
· 24-Jun To TAC Fun Games - 100.00
· 22-Jun To TAC Sisters week seminar - 60.00
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· 23 Jul To Brotherhood Guild Fundraising - 100.00
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· 30 Jul To Holy Gabriel AYPA Fundraising - 100.00
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· 10 Sep To Men Fellowship Fundraising - 100.00
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· 24 Sep To St. Justin Anglican Church, Ablekuma - 100.00
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· 13 Oct To T.A.C All Night Service - 37.00
· 15th Oct To Confirmation Service - 100.00
· 10th Dec To Children Service Fundraising - 200.00
· 12th Dec To Patronal Festival (Visit to Retired Clergy) - 200.00
· 28th Jan 2018 Send Off for Ordainand Irene - 100.00
· 18th Feb To Welfare Fundraising - 100.00

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 · To TAC towards Aruna Nelson Celebration Donation - 300.00
at Tema General Hospital
· Tema Archdeaconry Fund Raising - 100.00
· To The Guild of the Good Shepherd Fund raising - 150.00
· Send off for Rev. Fr. Thomas Wilson Jacobs (GH¢660)
Cash Amount - 500.00
Kente Stole - 160.00
· 8th Jul - To Marys Guild Fundraising - 200.00
· 29th Jul - To Canon. Adjei Send off - 500.00
1,597.00

4. Harvest Launching
· 2017 - 10,771.00
· 2018 - 4,605.00
15,376.00
5a. Acts of Martyrs
·From Patronal Festival Committee - 1,724.00
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·Offertory from 24 Dec Night Performance - 164.20
1,888.20
5b. Acts of Martyrs
·Refreshment for all night rehearsal (21st Nov) - 150.00
·Costume for 24th Dec Night Performance - 724.00
·2 Lapel Microphones @ GH¢500.00 each - 1,000.00
·Honorarium for Drama Director and Two Assistants - 300.00
·Props - 150.00
·Refreshment & Fruits for 24th Dec Night Performance - 250.00
2,574.00
6. AYPA Clean up
·From Church - 299.00
·From Port Medical Center - 350.00
649.00
6b. AYPA Clean up
·Cleaning Materials - 299.00
·Refreshment after cleanup - 350.00
649.00
7a. Transportation
· From Patronal Festival C'tee (For 2017 Bueko Evangeism- 320.00

7b. Transportation
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· 24 Sep 17 To St. Justin Anglican Church, Ablekuma - 100.00
· (For Bus Driver) - 50.00
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· 16 Dec 17 To Youth Evangelism at Bueko - 320.00
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· 16 Dec 17 To TAC Carol Service at St. Monica, Batsonaa - 53.00
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· 7 Jul 18 - To Alex Gardiner's wedding at Agona Swedru - 150.00
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· 28 Jul 18- To Ebenezer Kennoh's wedding at Tabora-Lapaz - 250.00
923.00

8. Heart to Heart
· For Palm brothers(lost their dad) 510.00
· For Jacob Awiredu Famiy (lost his their mum) 4,410.00
· For Ekow (lost his mum) 1,000.00

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 · For Sasha (lost her dad) 340.00
6,260.00

9. Levies
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· 2 April 17 Great Entrance for TAC Installation Service - 50.00
· 28-Apr By TAC as T&T to Sisters With voice program, Accra-50.00
· 22-Jun TAC Sisters week seminar - 50.00
· 09-Apr TAC Installation - 100.00
· 1st Jul Bus for 1st July Games - 50.00
· By TAC for (ADC Residential Workshop) - 70.00
370.00

10. Branch Installation (14th May 17)

· Great Entrance - 200.00
· Photography - 80.00
280.00
11a. Cooks of Martyrs
· 10th Apri 2017 (Easter Picnic) - 710.00
· Shidaa - 892.00
· 11th Feb - 184.00
· 4th Mar - 214.00
· 18th Mar - 156.00
· 25th Mar - 210.00
· 1st April,18 - 210.00
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· 2 April 18 - 241.00
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· 8 April,18 - 200.00
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· 22 April18 - 240.00
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· 13 May,18 - 200.00
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· 27 May,18 - 35.00
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· 30 June,18 - 150.00
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· 1 July 18 - 150.00
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· 14 July 18 (Inter-guilds cooking) - 350.00
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· 21 July 18 (Youth Praise) - 31.00
4,173.00
11b. Cooks of Martyrs
· 10th Apri 2017 (Easter Picnic) - 380.00
· Shidaa - 638.00
· 11th Feb - 120.00
· 4th Mar - 140.00
· 18th Mar - 200.00
· 25th Mar - 140.00
· 1st April,18 - 140.00
· 2nd April,18 - 180.00
· 8th April,2018 - 160.00
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· 22 April,18 - 160.00
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· 13 May,18 - 120.00
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· 27 May,18 - 160.00
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· 30 June,18 - 100.00
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· 1 July - 100.00
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· 14 July (Inter-guilds cooking) - 297.00
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· 21 July (Youth Praise) - 112.00
3,147.00

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12a. St. Stephen 40 Anniversary
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· From 40 Anniversary Committee - 100.00

12b. St. Stephen 40th Anniversary

Inter-guilds Cooking Competition (14th July 18)
·Food Ingredients - 500.00
·Extra Food (Waakye) members - 270.00
·Filling of Gas and Cost of Coolaid - 150.00
·Photography - 35.00
Inter Guilds Bible Quiz (24th July 18)
·Photography - 20.00
975.00

13. Honorarium
· 21 Feb 17 Honorarium for Aseda Night - 120.00
· 21 Mar 17 Honorarium for Rituals in Lent - 100.00
· Praise Night with Melodic Choral - 150.00
· Talk on Lent - 200.00
570.00
14. Refreshment
· Harvest Launching Victory bash &1st Qtr. Gen. Meeting
· Food for 50pple at GH¢10.00 each - 500.00
· Canned drinks - 56.00
· For 25th Anniversary Review Meeting(8th Aug)
50 pies at GH¢2.00 each) - 100.00
· Refreshment on Presentation of 2017 Full year Accounts- 138.00
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· 10 April,2018 (Presentation of 1 Quarter Accounts) - 463.00
1,257.00
15a. AYPA 25th Anniversary
· GH¢500.00 - From Mrs. Ayibontey
· GH¢540.00 - Revival Day 1's Offertory (20th July)
· GH¢1,178.40 - Revival Day 2's Offertory (21st July)
· GH¢100.00 - From Mr. Wellington (23rd July)
· GH¢240.00 – From SDC Capital Ltd (26th July)
· GH¢315.00 - Offertory from Festival of Hymns (1st August)
· GH¢100.00 - From Sister Yvonne Ankrah (1st August)
· GH¢500.00 - From Mrs. Margaret Jones (3rd August)
· GH¢3,670.00 - From Trip
· GH¢1,445.00 – Proceeds sale of from T-shirts and Lacoste
· GH¢2,500.00 - From Mr. Michael Krakue
GH¢11,088.40
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15b. AYPA 25 Anniversary
· LAUNCHING
GH¢120.00 - Anniversary Banner
GH¢200.00 - Anniversary Cake
GH¢625.00 - 25 T-shirts at GH¢25.00 each
GH¢1,575.00 - 45 Lacoste at GH¢35.00 each
Sub Total = GH¢2,520.00

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· HEALTH WALK (15th July)
GH¢100.00 - 2 bus drivers, 2 ambulance drivers, 1 gym instructor at GH¢20.00
each
GH¢1,000.00 – Two (2) buses for health walk to Aburi at GH¢500 each
GH¢940.00 - food and refreshment after health walk
GH¢112.00 - Bottled water for health walk
Sub Total = GH¢2,152.00

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· MEMORIAL LECTURE (18 July)
GH¢365.00 - Decor Fabrics for youth Hall includes GH¢20.00 for TNT (13th July)
GH¢50.00 – T&T for decoration setup guy from Accra (17th July 2017)
GH¢80.00 - Bottled water for lecture (18th July 2018)
GH¢80.00 - Refreshment for Dignitaries (18th July 2017)
GH¢ 52.00 - Parcel for lecture speaker (18th July )
Total = GH¢627.00

· REVIVAL - (20th & 21st July)

GH¢1,000.00 - Honorarium for guest preacher
GH¢100.00 - T&T for song ministration team
GH¢240.00 - Banners for revival at GH¢120.00 each
Sub Total = GH¢1,340.00

· MONEY MAGNETISM SUMMIT (26th July 2017)

GH¢200.00 - Pie for 100pple at GH¢2.00 each
GH¢160.00 - 8 packs (12 in a pack) Minerals at GH¢20.00 each
GH¢50.00 - Bottled water
Sub Total = GH¢410.00

· DRAMA
GH¢120.00 - Popcorn refreshment
GH¢100.00 – Ice cream
GH¢250.00 - Refreshment for cast/performers on final rehearsal
GH¢200.00 - Honorarium for Drama Director
GH¢15.00 - T&T to convey drama sofa chair
GH¢10.00 - Hiring of cloth
Sub Total = GH¢695.00

· DONATION TO JAMES CAMP PRISON

GH¢2,000.00 - Food items
GH¢300.00 - Refreshment attendees (Take away for 30 people at GH¢10.00 each)
GH¢300.00 - Hiring of 30 seater bus to Prison
GH¢150.00 - hiring of pickup to convey items
Sub - Total - GH¢2,750.00

· FESTIVAL OF HYMNS
GH¢500.00 - Melodic Choral Group
GH¢400.00 - Resource person
GH¢250.00 - lightening and smoke
Sub - Total - GH¢1,150.00

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 · TRIP
GH¢1,020.00 - Variety of Food for trip
GH¢150.00 - Breakfast (150 Cocoa Drinks at GH¢1.00 each) before trip
GH¢500.00 - Assorted drinks for trip
GH¢330.00 - Top up for goat barbeque
GH¢200.00 - Top up for special lemonade drinks
GH¢5,900.00 - Buses for Trip (2017 45 seater at GH¢2,500.00, 2016 45 seater at
GH¢2,100.00 and 33 seater at GH¢1,300.00)
GH¢150.00 - Disposables (plates, spoons, cups, tissue, detergent)
GH¢50.00 - Belaqua bottled water
GH¢150.00 - 150 apples at GH¢1.00 each
GH¢1,500.00 - Aborigines Beach Resort User Facility Fee
GH¢60.00 - Five (5) Champagnes at GH¢12.00 each
GH¢3.00 - Mosquito coil to repel flies at serving area
GH¢5.00 - Ten (10) Big size Plastic bags for rubbish collection at 0.50p each
Sub-Total = GH¢10,018.00

· THANKSGIVING
GH¢200.00 - Great Entrance items

TOTAL EXPENSES - GH¢21,862.00

16a. Other Income

· 8th Jul - Contribution from Members towards Mary's Guild Fundraising - 100.00
16b. Other Expenses
· 30-Apr 17 4 Keteke Movie Tickets at GH¢25.00 each - 100.00
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· 30 May 17 Ladies Night - 200.00
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· 24 Nov 17 Laundry charges for Youth Hall Décor Fabrics - 180.00
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· 19 Dec 17 End of Year Bring and Share - 100.00
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· 11 Mar 18 Great Entrance - 200.00
780.00

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BANK BALANCES AND INVESTMENT AS AT 31 JULY, 2018

Ecobank Ghana Limited

· Central Account - 4,994.59
Projects Account - 4,411.31
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9,405.90

Investment
FirstBank Financial Services Ltd
· Heritage Fund - 5,000.00
14,405.90

Prepared By:

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Bro. Robert K.D. Obeng Bro. Charles-Spencer Coleman
(Treasurer) (Financial Secretary)

Approved BY:

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Bro. Francis Kofi Somuah
(President)

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 A.Y.P.A.
ANTHEM & SONG
STANZA 1 A Y P A SONG
At the name of AYPA Anglican Young
Every youth rejoice Peoples' Association
AY has its slogan We are known by that
For Christ and the Church we are called by that
Tis the father's pleasure We are for Christ and
To see AY through We are for the church
To ensure the growth of We fellowship, Worship
The youth and the church Edify and Work…
We are the youth
STANZA 2 Of the Anglican mission
AY has it principles We are the hope
To guide its role For the world at large
Worship, Edification, So hail the name of A.Y.P.A
Fellowship and Work We are for Christ
For the youth uphold And for the Church
The banner of the Lord AMEN…
And our hearts confess
Him King of glory now
AYPA! Amen

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