On January 8-10, 2025, the Provincial Custody of St. Anthony of Padua in Ghana conducted its annual fraternal gathering. The event took place at the St. Francis of Assisi Friary/Novitiate in Saltpond, Ghana.

All the solemnly professed friars in Ghana were present with the exception of four friars who could not attend due to health issues. The fraternal gathering is a program where the solemnly professed friars of the Custody come together each year to share their joys and challenges. There are well-planned activities ranging from indoor and outdoor games to other important activities that strengthen bonds among the friars.
This year’s gathering began with solemn Evening Prayer, upon the arrival of the friars in the evening. In the morning, there was a liturgical celebration led by the Custos, Friar Vitus Edem Yao MENSAH. The fraternal gathering was a joyful event with the friars all actively participating in each of the activities. Through the intercession of our founder St. Francis, we pray for good health so that we may continue to joyfully proclaim the Gospel.

Friar Francis Pascal AFFUM, Custodial Secretary