Pastor Col. (Rtd.) Peter Nyarko Duodu, President of the South East Ghana Union Mission (SEGUM), has been invited to attend the 2026 Annual Council of the General Conference Executive Committee meeting. The event, scheduled for October 7 to 14, 2026, will take place at the Seventh-day Adventist Church headquarters in Silver Spring, Maryland, USA. This major global leadership gathering will bring together leaders from around the world to discuss matters affecting the mission, administration, growth, and advancement of the church.
The 2026 Annual Council, themed “Called for Mission,” is expected to draw leaders from the General Conference, Division Presidents, Union Presidents, and other church administrators. This gathering serves as a platform for church leaders to conduct the business of the church, discuss its mission, and deliberate on key issues. For SEGUM, this marks a significant milestone as it participates in this level of global leadership gathering for the first time since its establishment as a Union Mission.
The South East Ghana Union Mission's participation in the Annual Council carries particular significance, according to a statement issued by the Communications Department of SEGUM. The statement noted that apart from Pastor Col. (Rtd.) Peter Nyarko Duodu, other notable individuals will also attend, including the President of the West-Central Africa Division, Union Presidents, and other church leaders. This high-level attendance underscores the importance of the event in shaping the future of the Seventh-day Adventist Church globally.
During the Annual Council meeting, Pastor Col. (Rtd.) Peter Nyarko Duodu is expected to join other leaders in discussing issues that will contribute to the growth of the church worldwide. The conference will provide a forum for SEGUM's leadership to engage with global church administrators, share experiences, and learn from best practices. This exchange is anticipated to foster greater collaboration and coordination among church leaders in their mission to spread the gospel.
The Seventh-day Adventist Church has called on members across its territory to remember Pastor Col. (Rtd.) Peter Nyarko Duodu, the SEGUM Administration, and other leaders in prayers during the conference. The church expressed gratitude to its leadership for their support to SEGUM and prayed for wisdom, unity, spiritual discernment, and renewed commitment to the proclamation of the everlasting gospel as global church leaders gather under the theme “Called for Mission.”
The Annual Council meeting is a critical event in the Seventh-day Adventist Church's calendar, providing a platform for leaders to reflect on the church's mission and strategize for its future growth. With the participation of SEGUM's president, the event is expected to strengthen the bonds of unity and cooperation among church leaders worldwide. As the church continues to evolve and expand its reach, gatherings like the Annual Council play a vital role in shaping its direction and priorities.
As the 2026 Annual Council approaches, the Seventh-day Adventist Church is poised to address key challenges and opportunities in its mission to spread the gospel. With Pastor Col. (Rtd.) Peter Nyarko Duodu's participation, SEGUM is set to make a meaningful contribution to the discussions and deliberations. The outcome of the conference is expected to have a lasting impact on the church's global mission and its efforts to fulfill its evangelistic mandate.
Key points
- The 2026 Annual Council of the Seventh-day Adventist Church will take place from October 7 to 14, 2026, in Silver Spring, Maryland, USA.
- Pastor Col. (Rtd.) Peter Nyarko Duodu, President of SEGUM, will attend the 2026 Annual Council, marking SEGUM's first appearance at this level of global leadership gathering.
- The conference theme, “Called for Mission,” reflects the church's commitment to its evangelistic mission and its role in spreading the gospel worldwide.
