"That the servant of God may be thoroughly equipped for every good work."
– 2 Timothy 3:17
At the heart of lasting impact is the call to equip and empower those who serve. When God’s people are strengthened through education, discipleship, and training, their influence multiplies—touching families, shaping communities, and inspiring generations to follow Christ. This is how transformation takes root and continues to grow.
The photo above captures a moment from the 2025 Youth Conference in Babatokumah, where 220 young people gathered to grow in faith and service. Through teaching, devotion, and worship, they were reminded that true faith is not only what we believe but how we live—through obedience, humility, and serving others.
A highlight of the conference was a community service project that provided a wheelchair and delivery bed to the local health centre—a tangible act of compassion that reflected the love of Christ in action. The experience left a lasting impression on both the youth and the community, reminding everyone that even small acts of service can carry eternal significance.
As you read this issue of Impact Updates, may you be encouraged by how God is using faithful partners like you to equip and empower others for service. Together, we are seeing lasting impact multiplied—one student, one youth, one act of service at a time.
Shaped to Serve: Stories of Learning and Leadership
When a student studies God’s Word deeply and is mentored for ministry, lives are transformed—their own and those they serve.
This year, our sponsored ministry students are stepping up with boldness, wisdom, and passion—preaching with confidence, reaching others through evangelism, and growing in character to serve as ministers of God.
“The training has broadened and sharpened my knowledge of the Word of God. With the knowledge acquired, I now grasp deeper truths and can explain them with clarity. Now, I believe I can serve in any capacity as far as ministry work is concerned.“
BEDI KINGDOM TORGBADZA
One of the greatest joys of our sponsorship program is seeing students return to serve the very communities that nurtured their growth. Two of our students are doing just that – bringing their newly acquired skills and passion back to Leyaata Hospital to make a real difference.
Making Every Moment Count
Philomina, a midwifery student, is gaining hands-on experience in Leyaata’s maternity unit—an opportunity she values as both learning and serving.
“The knowledge I have gained is already helping me to serve better. Even the little things I do, comforting a mother and assisting in delivery are making a difference. It’s also helping me grow in skill and confidence as a student midwife.”
PHILOMINA
A Student Lab Scientist Giving Back
Mary Awuni, a third-year Medical Laboratory Science student, spends her holidays serving in Leyaata’s lab. For her, it’s more than a job—it’s a calling.
“Coming back here to serve is my way of helping others and giving back to the community that supported me. I know I can make a real impact on people’s lives through my work.”
MARY AWUNI
Mary’s dedication is already making a difference, ensuring accurate diagnoses and contributing to the quality of patient care.
LEYAATA HOSTS QUALITY IMPROVEMENT SHORT COURSE
In August, Leyaata Hospital proudly hosted the Quality Improvement (QI) Short Course, co-created and co-delivered by the University of Toronto’s Department of Family and Community Medicine (DFCM) and the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST) in Ghana.
Twenty health professionals from across Ghana — including four senior members of the Leyaata team — participated in this intensive program. The course was designed to empower healthcare leaders and managers with practical tools to strengthen service delivery and improve clinical outcomes. Through hands-on learning, participants practiced identifying priority challenges, developing action plans, implementing solutions, and evaluating results, while building a culture of continuous improvement.
UNIVERSITY OF TORONTO AND KNUST LEADERSHIP WITH LEYAATA TEAM
We’ve been reminded that quality improvement in healthcare is not a destination, but a continuous journey. As we conclude this training, we leave empowered with practical tools to identify quality gaps and to chart effective roadmaps for addressing them.
on behalf of the Leyaata QI Team:
Moses, Thecla & Emmanuel
Over the last three years, local health facilities in Ghana have benefitted from the QI short course. Implemented by the University of Toronto and KNUST under the Africa Health Collaborative in partnership with the Mastercard Foundation, quality isn’t just a buzzword in Ghana’s health sector now, it’s becoming our baseline. This QI short course is like planting quality seeds in rocky soil, and now we’re seeing green shoots in places long written off. For CHAG facilities in remote districts, including Leyaata Hospital, we’re not just improving care, we’re rewriting the narrative. Sharper skills, stronger systems, and international recognition are no longer distant goals, they’re measurable outcomes we can celebrate.
DR. JAMES DUAH
Deputy Executive Director
Christian Health Association of Ghana (CHAG)
This partnership reflects the heart of our mission — to equip health professionals with the knowledge and skills to teach and to serve. When we invest in leadership and quality, we multiply impact across communities.
DR. JENNIFER WILSON
Director of International Partnerships at Leyaata Hospital and Faculty Lead for the University of Toronto – KNUST collaboration under the Africa Health Collaborative, supported by the Mastercard Foundation
By hosting this national training, Leyaata not only strengthened its own capacity but also created a platform for shared learning that extends across the country.
Commissioned for mission
In September, two new churches in Tahiru Akura and Nchiraa were officially commissioned. The ceremonies celebrated these spaces as centers for worship, fellowship, and spiritual growth. These newly built churches will strengthen local communities, providing places for teaching, prayer, and service.
TAHIRU AKURA CHURCH
NCHIRAA CHURCH
message from our board chair
Each story in this Impact Updates reflects God’s faithfulness through your prayers and support. From students pursuing their studies to communities gathering in new places of worship, we see how lives are being equipped and empowered for lasting impact.
Your partnership has strengthened education, healthcare, and ministry—reminding us that every gift, prayer, and act of service matters.
As we enter the final quarter of the year, my heart is filled with gratitude. Your faithfulness continues to transform lives across Ghana. Yet rising tariffs and economic instability have created serious challenges – especially in meeting essential operating costs. As we look toward the end of 2025, we face a critical shortfall.
With humility, I ask for your continued prayers and support. Whatever you can give is deeply appreciated.
With hope and gratitude,
DAVID BUTCHER
GRID Chairman
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