The Constitution and Standing Orders of the Methodist Church Ghana (MCG) serve as the primary legal and doctrinal framework for the church's operations. Originally published in 1964 following the church's autonomy from the British Methodist Conference in 1961, these documents govern its doctrine, administration, and discipline. Key Components & Structure
The Constitution of the Methodist Church Ghana is the supreme law of the Church, outlining its fundamental principles, structure, and organization. It consists of several articles that provide for: The Constitution and Standing Orders of the Methodist
The Constitution’s ban on polygamy (Article 12) directly conflicts with customary law. The Standing Orders (SO 76) require that any convert with multiple wives must divorce all but one before baptism – a rule that has caused friction but remains unamended. It consists of several articles that provide for: 6
"Sir! Sir!" A voice called out from the front row. It was Senior Steward Amponsah, a man whose grey hair commanded respect and whose loud voice often silenced dissent. "With all due respect, we do not need a new fund. The Connexional Fund is sufficient. We are Methodists; we know how to manage our resources. Let us not complicate the nkotos (offertory) with bureaucracy." "With all due respect