Funeral Service - Rev. Barima Appiah-Dankwa

In Loving Memory of

REV BARIMA APPIAH DANKWA

(RTD)

Funeral Service

You're warmly invited to celebrate the life of the late Rev. Barima Appiah-Dankwa, whose faithful service touched countless lives.

Friday, 24 October 2025

PCG Calvary Congregation Nsukwao-Estate, Koforidua

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His Life and Legacy

Rev. Barima Appiah-Dankwa (RTD) was born on 8 October 1953 at Akyem Asuom in Ghana's Eastern Region, to the late Opanyin Isaac Kwabena Amoah and the late Obaapanyin Salomey Ama Otenewa.

He married Mama Mercy in 1981. Together they raised four children: Deborah, Priscilla, Evangel and Barima Ansah. They also welcomed many others into their home, including adopted daughter Selina Debrah.

A devoted pastor, teacher, husband and father, he served the Presbyterian Church of Ghana across Ghana and the United States, in New York, Riverside and Sacramento, before retiring in 2023.

He relocated to Ghana in February 2026 and went to be with the Lord.

Psalm 126:6: “He that goeth forth and weepeth, bearing precious seed, shall doubtless come again with rejoicing, bringing his sheaves with him.”

A Life Remembered

A devoted pastor, husband and father whose faith and service touched many hearts.

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His Family

A legacy of love shared with his wife and children.

Mrs. Mercy Appiah-Dankwa (Widow)

Deborah Appiah-Dankwa (Daughter)

Priscilla Appiah-Dankwa (Daughter)

Evangel Appiah-Dankwa (Son)

Barima Appiah-Dankwa (Son)

The Memories We Carry

Stories and moments shared by those who knew him.

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In Loving Memory of

REV BARIMA APPIAH DANKWA

(RTD)

Service Programme

Saturday, 19 September 2026 · 5:00 – 8:00 PM EDT

Order of Service

Call to Worship

Rev. Samuel K. Boateng (Clerk of Presbytery)

Hymn

PH 789, verses 1–4

Prayer

Rev. Samuel K. Boateng

Song

Church Choir

Hymn

PH 787, verses 1–5

Biography

Hymn

Scripture Reading

Rev. Felix Addo-Botchway

Song

NAAP Ministers' Fellowship

Tributes

Child, Wife and Presbytery

Hymn

Sermon

PH 555, verses 1–3

Rt. Rev. Dr. Abraham Nana Opare Kwakye (Moderator, PCG)

Prayer for the Bereaved Family

Rev. C. B. Appenteng (Chairperson, Presbytery)

Vote of Thanks

Rev. Rhoda Mondeh

Closing Hymn

PH 810, verses 1–3

Announcements

Closing Prayer

Rt. Rev. Dr. Abraham Nana Opare Kwakye

Benediction

Rt. Rev. Dr. Abraham Nana Opare Kwakye

Life

“He that goeth forth and weepeth, bearing precious seed, shall doubtless come again with rejoicing, bringing his sheaves with him.”

(Psalm 126:6, KJV)

1953

Born

Born on 8 October 1953 at Akyem Asuom in the Kwaebibrem District of the Eastern Region of Ghana, to the late Opanyin Isaac Kwabena Amoah and the late Obaapanyin Salomey Ama Otenewa. The second of six siblings.

1958

Primary Education

Attended Asuom Presbyterian School, completing primary and middle school education.

1980

WAEC & Teaching Cert

Passed the WAEC General Certificate of Education examinations. Received teaching certificate from Child Evangelism Fellowship training.

1986

Theological Education

Diploma from Leadership Training Institute (1986); West African Leadership Institute (1991); Haggai Institute Singapore (1993); Petra College Children's Ministry (1999); Trinity Theological Seminary Certificate in Ministry (2000); GIMPA Executive MBA (2008); Mediation and Conflict Resolution (2010); MA Theology and Mission from Akrofi-Christaller Institute (2011).

1978

Convertition

Accepted Christ at Asuom Presbyterian Church after a sermon by Mr. Adu Asamoah — the only person who responded that day.

1981

Marriage

Married Mercy in Sunyani. Built a family centred on faith, love and dependence on God. Blessed with four children: Deborah, Priscilla, Evangel and Barima Ansah. Five grandchildren. Opened home to many, including adopted daughter Selina Debrah.

1982

CEF Ministry

Served as Health Inspector then CEF Coordinator in Asamankese, Regional Director based in Koforidua. Helped establish Teens Clubs in churches and communities across Ghana.

2000

Pastoral Ministry

Ordained in 2000. Served as Adawso District Minister (2002–2006), Nsukwao District Minister (2006–2011). Sent to Manhattan, New York (2011–2016) where the US District attained Presbytery status as NAAP.

2016

Missionary Ministry

Served as Missionary Minister on the West Coast (Riverside, California), establishing congregations in San Diego and Sacramento. Took sick leave in 2018, resumed in 2020.

2026

Final Farewell

Returned to Ghana in February 2026 after retirement. Passed away leaving behind his beloved wife Mercy, four children, five grandchildren, extended family and the many people he welcomed as his own.

Tributes

Ministers

Rt. Rev. Dr. Abraham Nana Opare Kwakye

Moderator of the General Assembly, PCG

Rev. C. B. Appenteng

Chairperson, North America-Australia Presbytery

Rev. Samuel K. Boateng

Clerk of Presbytery, NAAP

Rev. Frank Addo

President, Presbytery Ministers' Fellowship

Rev. Dr. W. K. Ofosu-Addo

New York District Minister

Rev. Felix Addo-Botchway

Order of Service

Life

Tributes

Ministers

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