A Seventh Day Adventist Church (SDA) in Ghana has honored 20 young girls for maintaining and preserving their virginity. The ceremony took place over the weekend during a special Thanksgiving service, which was organized to recognize the girls' commitment to upholding their values and principles in a society where such dedication is often challenged.
According to reports, the girls, who are aged between 13 and 16 years, were celebrated and rewarded with undisclosed sums of money as a token of appreciation for their discipline and adherence to moral values. This gesture was aimed at supporting their upkeep and encouraging them to continue living exemplary lives.
Speaking at the event, Mrs. Nana Amponsah Poku, the Wenchi West District Coordinator of the Young Adventist Women Ministries, applauded the young girls for their decision to maintain their virginity. She commended their resilience and encouraged them to preserve their purity until marriage, emphasizing the importance of this virtue in their personal and spiritual growth.
“God created you uniquely beautiful, and you must not allow anybody to lure and break your virginity until you marry,” Mrs. Amponsah Poku urged the girls. She further advised them to be cautious about the friends they choose in 2025, as the company they keep plays a crucial role in shaping their future decisions and values.
Mrs. Amponsah Poku also highlighted the significance of traditional practices such as the ancient Bragoro or Dipo rites, which were once essential in preserving the virginity of young girls and controlling teenage pregnancies. She lamented the decline of these cultural practices, noting their potential to contribute positively to the growth and development of young girls and women in society.
The event was well-received by members of the church and the community, who praised the initiative as a positive step towards reinforcing moral values and supporting young girls in their journey toward adulthood. The recognition and encouragement given to these girls are expected to inspire other young individuals to uphold similar principles in their lives.
