Fathers urged to be more responsible, spend more time with their families

By Laudia Anyorkor Nunoo

Tema, June 23, GNA — Reverend Victus Hornam, Head Pastor of Goodness City Chapel, has called on fathers to be more responsible, available and accessible to their families to ensure the proper upbringing of children and the development of society. 

 Speaking during a Father’s Day celebration organised by the church, Rev Hornam said fatherhood went beyond biological parenthood and required men to actively support, guide, and provide for their families. 

 He noted that some fathers were physically present at home but remained inaccessible to their children, depriving them of the counselling, guidance, and emotional support they needed. 

“A father can be responsible in some ways but not available. He can also be available but not accessible. Some fathers are in the house but isolate themselves from their families. Fathers must make themselves available and accessible to their children,” he said. 

Rev Hornam described fathers as natural providers and urged men not to abandon their responsibilities towards their wives and children. 

“We should not only give birth to children but also provide their basic needs, including food, shelter, clothing, guidance, and care. Fathers who are neglecting their responsibilities should seek help, turn to God, and work hard to support their families,” he stated. 

He warned that parental irresponsibility often contributed to indiscipline and wayward behaviour among children, adding that churches should support vulnerable children and orphans to become responsible citizens. 

 Rev Hornam encouraged also religious leaders to assist children living on the streets by providing care, guidance, and opportunities for a better future. 

As part of the celebration, the church honoured fathers and presented food items, including bags of rice, to support their families. 

 Mr Edward Bonney, the President of the Men’s Fellowship of Goodness City Chapel, urged Christian fathers to impact godly values in their homes and communities. 

 He said many social challenges, including crime, could be reduced if fathers embraced their responsibilities and played active roles in the lives of their children. 

 “If every father lives up to his responsibilities, the crime rate may reduce. Although the economic situation is challenging, fathers must continue to provide for and support their families,” he said. 

 Mr Bonney also called on churches to support children who had been abandoned by their parents and help them grow in the fear of God. 

Some members of the church board, speaking to journalists, urged fathers to avoid adultery and remain committed to the welfare of their families. 

They stressed that fatherhood was not only about providing money but also about training children, supporting mothers, instilling discipline, and serving as positive role models in society. 

 Mr Richmond Believer Alormor, Chairman of Goodness City Chapel, said fathers must ensure that their children receive proper education and moral guidance to help reduce the number of children living on the streets. 

“Parenting goes beyond providing food and money. Fathers must be involved in the upbringing of their children and work together with mothers to raise responsible and God-fearing citizens,” he said. 

GNA 

Edited by Benjamin Mensah 

Reporter: Laudia Anyorkor Nunoo