The Catholic Diocese of Konongo-Mampong has announced the death of Rev. Fr. Dr. Stephen Seth Adom-Oware, who passed away on Tuesday, 3rd November 2026, at St. Joseph Catholic Hospital, Abira. He was 76 years old.
The announcement was made by the Bishop of the Diocese, Most Rev. John Opoku-Agyemang, in a notice dated Wednesday, 4th November 2026, addressed to priests, consecrated men and women, and the lay faithful of the diocese.
According to the announcement, Rev. Fr. Adom-Oware was born on 24th September 1950 and ordained a Catholic priest on 13th July 1980. His priestly ministry spanned more than four decades of service to the Church.
At the time of his death, he was serving as Rector of St. Peter Rectorate, Amoam Achiase, where he continued his ministry within the Catholic Diocese of Konongo-Mampong.
The Bishop described the news as a moment of deep sorrow, while expressing faith in the resurrection. He extended his condolences, on behalf of the diocese, to the bereaved family and called on the faithful to pray for the peaceful repose of the late priest’s soul, as well as strength and consolation for his family.
The diocese has indicated that details of the funeral arrangements will be communicated later. Members of the clergy, religious communities and the lay faithful are expected to join the family and the wider Catholic community in mourning his passing and remembering his years of priestly service.
As the diocese grieves this loss, the faithful are encouraged to keep the departed priest and his family in their prayers. May the soul of Rev. Fr. Dr. Stephen Seth Adom-Oware rest in the eternal peace of Christ.
May his soul rest in perfect peace.
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