Assemblies of God requires pastors to resign before entering partisan politics – Rev. Wengam

The Assemblies of God, Ghana, requires pastors seeking to pursue active partisan politics to step down from their ministerial positions, citing provisions in the church’s constitution and code of conduct designed to protect its unity.

Stephen Yenusom Wengam, explained that the rule applies to pastors who intend to contest political party primaries or otherwise pursue active partisan political roles.

Wengam said the requirement was consistent with the church’s global practice, although other denominations might permit their ministers to engage in partisan politics.