The Young Adults Fellowship of the Taifa District had their 7th annual delegates conference at the PCG Love congregation New Legon Oko on the 18th and 19th of February. The theme for the conference "Christ in You, the hope of Glory; Abiding in Christ as a Young Adult for His Glory" was the foundation of the YAF District President Mr Bernard Buertey Okutus' address to the delegates as well as the challenges of the Fellowship.

The Conference was blessed with the presence of Rev P.O.A Bawua Bonsafo (Taifa district Minister) Rev Dr Joseph Kofi Aidoo ( CLAN of the Taifa district & Minister in charge PCG Love congregation New Legon Oko), Dr Philip Kweku Kankam, National YAF President.

As part of proceedings of this year's annual conference, delegates voted and elected the following as the new leaders of the Taifa district Young adults fellowship

1. Benjamin Mireku - President - (Grace Congregation)
2. Ransford Ohene Asare - Vice President - (Unity Congregation)
3. Daniel Kumi Larbi - Secretary - (Trinity Congregation)
4. Barbara Ampomaa - Assistant Secretary - (Trinity Congregation)
5. Abraham Adu - Organising Secretary - (Trinity Congregation)
6. Eric Agyei - Financial Secretary - (Ramseyer Congregation)
7. Benjamin Sackitey- Treasurer - (Calvary Congregation)

The Conference was crowned with a Thanksgiving service on Sunday 19th February at the host church PCG Love Congregation New Legon Oko.

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The Minister-in-charge of Love Congregation, Rev. Dr Joseph Kofi Aidoo delivered a talk on Adolescent Mental Health at the Presbyterian College of Education (Kibi) on 29th of September 2023, as part of the Taifa District Junior Youth Fellowship Camp Meeting, themed; Christ in You, the hope of Glory; Empowered to be an Agent of Transformation for service.

In his address he stated that, adolescent mental health is a critical topic. Adolescents typically aged 12 to 18, often face various challenges that can impact their mental well-being. These challenges may include:

Academic Pressure: The stress of school, exams, and expectations can be overwhelming.

Peer Pressure: Adolescents may feel pressured to conform to social norms, which can lead to anxiety and depression.

Identity and Self-esteem: Developing a sense of self and self-worth can be challenging during this period.

Hormonal Changes: Puberty brings hormonal fluctuations that can affect mood and behavior.

Family Issues: Conflicts at home, changes in family dynamics, or divorce can cause emotional distress.

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