Minority Leader and Member of Parliament for Effutu, Alexander Kwamena Afenyo-Markin, has expressed a heartfelt desire to enter ministry once he retires from active politics.
Speaking in an interview with broadcaster Kafui Dey, the seasoned politician reflected on his faith journey and future aspirations, stating that his passion for preaching has long been part of his inner calling.
“If I stop being a politician today, one thing I’m certain of doing is to go into ministry. I have been dreaming about it. I see myself preaching the word of God,” Afenyo-Markin revealed.
He delved into his spiritual evolution, highlighting how practices like prayer and fasting have grounded him throughout his life. These habits, he noted, began during his time at St. Augustine’s College and have continued to shape his resilience and perspective.
“I have experienced my God, so when I see crises, it doesn’t shake me,” he said, attributing his calm and fortitude to a deep-seated trust in divine providence.
The MP also reflected on his modest upbringing, recalling how he once worked as a bus conductor—locally known as a “mate”—and depended on the kindness of friends during financially difficult times. He fondly remembered the spiritual guidance of his stepfather, who would pray and weep for him each time he set off for school.
“My friends didn’t look down on me because I was from a poor home,” he added, emphasizing the support system that helped shape his journey.
Though deeply entrenched in political leadership, Afenyo-Markin sees no contradiction between his faith and his public service. “As a politician, nothing should stop me from sharing the word of God with people,” he affirmed, signaling a seamless transition from politics to the pulpit in the future.
