02/01/2026
NEW YEAR MESSAGE TO THE YOUTH OF THE CATHOLIC DIOCESE OF KETA-AKATSI
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Dear Brothers and Sisters in Christ; our beloved youth of the Catholic Diocese of Keta-Akatsi,
Happy New Year! As we step into this new season of Grace, we thank God for His Blessings, growth, and resilience that we witnessed together last year. Together, we achieved a lot to the Glory of God, but there are others we sadly did not get right. For those, we sincerely apologize.
These accomplishments reflect a living, missionary youth. Thank you for your dedication and for making Christ visible in your various parishes.
Looking ahead, 2026 is full of hope and opportunities. I warmly invite every youth to join the much anticipated *Diocesan Youth Congress* an occasion for heartfelt worship, formation, fellowship, and planning concrete ways to serve our Diocese and society. We will also hold our *Lenten Recollection* to prepare our hearts for Easter through prayer, confession, and spiritual renewal, and many more programs at the Parish and Deanery levels.
Your presence matters. Bring your energy, questions, talents, and friends. Participation not only strengthens your faith but renews our whole Diocesan family. Parents, Parish leaders, and Priests: please encourage and support the youth to attend and to take active roles.
Let us serve together in humility and joy.
May the Holy Spirit guide our plans and inflame our hearts with love for Christ and neighbor. Pray for our programs and leaders.
With hope and blessing for a fruitful year.
Fraternally in Christ,
Nicholas W.K Kodzo
Youth Office
Catholic Diocese of Keta-Akatsi