St. Teresa’s Society

Parish society

About the Group

Inspired by the little way of St. Thérèse of Lisieux, the members of St. Teresa’s Society pursue simple and humble ways to achieve holiness. They collaborate to support mission projects and charitable causes in Africa and within the Church community.

They support the upkeep and care of priests, strengthen evangelisation outreach, and take part in social and recreational activities that encourage holistic growth in Christian virtues.

Parish news

New Executive Committee Installed

14–15 June 2026 · All Saints Catholic Church (Afrika Huis), Amsterdam

St. Teresa’s Society is a lay apostolic group within the Catholic Church. Founded in Ghana, it has grown across several continents, bringing the mission and spirituality of St. Thérèse of the Child Jesus into parish life and the wider community.

In June 2026, the Amsterdam branch of St. Teresa’s Society installed a new executive committee. A delegation of leaders travelled from the United Kingdom and Germany for the ceremony at All Saints Catholic Church (Afrika Huis).

The programme began with the recitation of the Holy Rosary, led by Opanin Rosemary Kobi. Parish priest Rev. Fr. Emmanuel Andoh offered the opening prayer. Opanin Vivian Bobie welcomed the members and invited guests, while outgoing president Opanin Ernestina Fordjour introduced the special guests of honour.

Onua Marian Owusu proclaimed the Bible reading. Fr. Emmanuel then encouraged the new leadership to remain faithful to the spirituality of St. Thérèse of the Child Jesus, whose life teaches the Christian virtues of humility, love and simplicity as a path to holiness. He also blessed the badges to be worn by the newly elected officers.

Opanin Victoria, diocesan president in the United Kingdom, led the installation rites with the support of other presidents present. Former and visiting presidents then shared words of advice with the newly installed president and executive committee.

Newly elected president Opanin Rosemary Kyei delivered her acceptance speech. The ceremony concluded with a vote of thanks, a closing prayer and refreshments. On 15 June, a thanksgiving Mass was offered for the successful installation, followed by a parish reception for members and invited guests.

Executive Committee 2026–2029

PresidentRosemary Kyei
Vice-PresidentBernadette Asante Kye
Past PresidentErnestina Fordjour
Honorary past PresidentVivian Bobie
SecretaryFlorence Owusu
Financial SecretaryJustine Aggrey
TreasurerMatilda Serwaa Peprah
Charity LeaderEva Owusu
Hope House LeaderGrace Addai
Society MotherComfort Gyambra
OrganiserBen K. Amissah
PorterLydia Adoma Boateng

Picture gallery

Installation Ceremony

Newly installed executives of St. Teresa’s Society Amsterdam standing before the installation officers — The newly installed executives who will lead St. Teresa’s Society in Amsterdam from 2026 to 2029. From left to right: Ernestina Fordjour, Rosemary Kyei, Bernadette Asante Kye, Florence Owusu, Comfort Gyambra, Matilda S. Peprah, Eva Owusu, Grace Addai, Vivian Bobie and Ben K. Amissah.

Installation executives from Germany and the United Kingdom — The installation executives from Germany and the United Kingdom.

Members of St. Teresa’s Society attending the installation ceremony — A section of St. Teresa’s Society members at the installation ceremony.

Installation delegates with parish priest Rev. Fr. Emmanuel Andoh SMA — The installation delegates with the parish priest of All Saints Catholic Church, Rev. Fr. Emmanuel Andoh (SMA).