The Unreligious Servants, a Ghanaian creative group, has marked its fourth anniversary with a charitable donation to the Chosen Rehabilitation Centre. The group, established four years ago by individuals from different creative fields, including music, photography, and design, shared a common desire to give back to society. The group's Deputy Director, Kwesi Brenya Baah, stated that the initiative forms part of its commitment to using creative talents to spread the Christian message and contribute to society.
Unreligious Servants was inspired by the desire to distinguish the group through its actions rather than religious labels. The group is not anti-religious but is made up of Christians seeking to demonstrate their faith through service, compassion, and practical contributions to society. As part of the anniversary activities, the group returned to Chosen Rehabilitation Centre, which was the first institution it supported when it began its charitable work, to worship and interact with residents and donate essential supplies.
The items presented to the centre included bags of rice, beans, gari, cooking oil, palm oil, spaghetti, and tissue paper, among other provisions, to support the centre's upkeep. According to Kwesi Brenya Baah, the group's previous visit had inspired members to do more after witnessing the impact of their intervention, prompting them to return on the occasion of their fourth anniversary. He commended Chosen for its rehabilitation efforts, particularly its faith-based approach, which combines the teachings of the Bible with practical support to help individuals overcome their challenges and rebuild their lives.
The centre also provides skills-development opportunities and facilities, including a recording studio and a computer laboratory, to equip residents with relevant skills and improve their chances of reintegrating into society. The group also officially launched its debut album, First Service, alongside the charitable donation. Mr Brenya Baah explained that members had committed their creative works and intellectual property rights to the group, ensuring that all proceeds generated from its projects, including the newly launched album, would go entirely towards charitable activities.
Kwesi Brenya Baah appealed to individuals and organisations to support the centre, which he said accommodates approximately 120 to 130 people and is doing important work in rehabilitating vulnerable individuals. He said the group's anniversary celebration was not only an opportunity to reflect on its four-year journey but also to renew its commitment to using creativity, faith, and collective action to make a meaningful difference in society.
The Unreligious Servants' charitable efforts have made a significant impact on the lives of individuals at the Chosen Rehabilitation Centre. The group's actions demonstrate its dedication to serving society and spreading the Christian message through creative talents. The donation of essential supplies and the launch of the debut album First Service showcase the group's commitment to using its creative works for charitable purposes.
The Unreligious Servants' story serves as an inspiration to other groups and individuals to use their talents and resources to make a positive impact in society. The group's faith-based approach to rehabilitation and its commitment to charitable activities demonstrate the importance of collective action in creating meaningful change. As the group looks to the future, it remains committed to using its creative talents to serve society and make a lasting difference in the lives of others.
Key points
- Unreligious Servants marks fourth anniversary with charity donation to Chosen Rehabilitation Centre
- Group commits to using creative talents to spread Christian message and contribute to society
- Centre provides skills-development opportunities and facilities to equip residents with relevant skills
