Agnes Okoh: an African prophetess, missionary, pastoral trainer, and mother

Key Points

• Christian missions in West Africa struggled to establish long-term influence despite early efforts.
• Explorers from Portugal were pivotal in initial missionary attempts, but outcomes were largely ineffective.
• Mission strategies adopted from Europe were often ill-suited for local cultures and contexts.
• The historical context of trade in gold and slaves negatively impacted the establishment of missions.

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