“A joyful family of God.” That’s the motto of Trinity United Church Legon. It is a “Model Church” for people prepared for God’s kingdom. Trinity United Church Legon has a rich history. It began with students evangelizing. These students were from Trinity College in the mid-1960s. They spread their message house to house. They also held crusades around the University of Ghana Staff Village. This fellowship grew. It became the Trinity United Church Legon we know today.
In 1967, Rev. Eugene Grau gave the fellowship permission to worship in the College chapel. He was the Principal of the College. Rev. De Graft Johnson became the first Minister-In-Charge. He was a Lecturer at the College. Members of the College’s sponsoring churches were invited to join. These churches included Methodist, Presbyterian, and Evangelical Presbyterian. Also the African Methodist Episcopal Zion Church and the Anglican Diocese of Accra joined. Trinity United Church Legon became a model of Church Unity. It reflected the ecumenical nature of the College.
In 1968, Rev. F.K. Dankwa took charge of Trinity United Church Legon. He was a Presbyterian Lecturer. Rev. Dankwa’s leadership saw significant growth. This growth included membership and quality of worship. The Church Choir and Women’s Fellowship formed during this time. The Men’s Fellowship followed in 1981. By 1978, a Youth Fellowship had also been established.
Mr. Mullen-Essien was the first Church Steward. He served from 1968 to 1980. A proper Church Council wasn’t in place yet. In 1979, Rev. Dr A. A. Akrong took over. He was a Lecturer at the College. He called for a Church Council to manage the Church’s affairs. By then, members came from the Staff Village, the University of Ghana campus and the Legon Community.
The first church constitution was created in August 1980. A Church Council was also established. Mr. J. S. Jackson became the Church Steward. Mr. F. K. Amfo became the Secretary. The Children’s Service grew rapidly. It was one of the largest in the District. Dr. Esther Megill and Rev. Asamoah-Okyere helped this growth. Both were Lecturers at the College. Ministerial students also assisted.
Rev. Asamoah Okyere became an assistant to Rev. A. A. Akrong. Rev. A. A. Akrong left in 1984. Rev. Asamoah-Okyere then became the Minister-In-Charge for one year. Rt. Rev. MaClean Agyiri Kumi then took over. After him, Rev. Dr Ofosu Adutwum served from 1985 to 1989. All these Ministers-In-Charge were lecturers at the Seminary.
In 1999, Rev. Prof. Emmanuel K. Asante became the Minister-In-Charge. He was the President of the Trinity Theological Seminary. He served for five years. Rev. Dr Cyril Fayose succeeded him from 2004-2009. Before Rev. Prof. Asante’s term ended, an Associate Minister was appointed. Very Rev. Andrew Mbeah-Baiden took this position in 2004. Rev. Seth Kissi took over from Rev. Dr Cyril Fayose in 2009. He served for five years. Rev. Dr Kris Ewontomah followed from 2014 to 2019. Rev. Dr Martin Obeng then took over. Very Rev. Dr. John Abedu Quashie became the Minister in September 2024.
Several past Ministers-in-Charge have become leaders in other churches. These include the Presbyterian, Evangelical Presbyterian, and Methodist Churches of Ghana. The history of Trinity United Church Legon includes the contributions of Assistant Ministers. These post-ordination students served two-year terms. They supported the Church with their skills.
The Church Steward is a lay leader. This person manages the Church’s business. They assist the Ministers. They ensure the fellowship runs smoothly. The current Church Steward is Mr. Nii Adokwei Abrahams. Trinity United Church Legon continues to be a beacon of faith. It stands as a testament to unity. It prepares people for the kingdom of God.