Acting Rector of St. Stephen Rectorate, Bodomase, of the Catholic Diocese of Konongo Mampong in the Ashanti Region, Rev. Fr. Peter Kusi Twumasi has apologised to the Catholic Church for using Ghanaian secular musician, Thomas Adjei Wireko popularly known as King Paluta’s hit song “Aseda” during church service.
According to Father Kusi Twumasi, he is regretful for causing attention and embarrassment to the catholic community.
“I offer my sincerest apologies to our Bishop, the Diocese, National Liturgical Commission and the entire Catholic Community for any offense or scandal caused by my action. I commit to being more mindful and disceming in my public expressions ensuring they align with the values and traditions of the One, Holy, Catholic and Apostolic Church.” He said in a statement.
He said his intetion was not to disrecpect the traditio and faith of the church. Adding that he is committed to upholding the values and teachings of the Catholic church.
“Please know that my intention was never to disrespect our traditions or our faith. I am committed to upholding the values and teachings of our Church, and I fell short of that standard. I am mortified that this incident has been amplified on social media, causing attention and embarrassment to our community. I take full responsibility for my mistake and assure you that it will not happen again.” Part of the statement read.
Below is the full statement
I write to you with a heavy heart, filled with regret and humility. I am deeply sorry for my actions in relation to the viral video featuring me singing a secular song “Aseda” by King Paluta within a liturgical space. I let my guard down and allowed a secular influence to enter our sacred space. I realize now that my mistake has caused offense and confusion, and for that, I am truly sorry.
Please know that my intention was never to disrespect our traditions or our faith. I am committed to upholding the values and teachings of our Church, and I fell short of that standard.
I am mortified that this incident has been amplified on social media, causing attention and embarrassment to our community. I take full responsibility for my mistake and assure you that it will not happen again.
I offer my sincerest apologies to our Bishop, the Diocese, National Liturgical Commission and the entire Catholic Community for any offense or scandal caused by my action. I commit to being more mindful and disceming in my public expressions ensuring they align with the values and traditions of the One, Holy, Catholic and Apostolic Church.
Please accept my sincerest apologies, and I hope that this letter will help clarify the situation and restore the image of Konongo Mampong and the Catholic Church at large.
Sincerely,
signed
Rev. Fr. Peter Kusi Twumasi.
(Acting Rector of St. Stephen Rectorate, Bodomase.)
