Guided by experience. Committed to integrity. United in service.
Glocal Compassion gGmbH is guided by a commitment to responsible leadership, academic excellence, compassionate service, and international cooperation. Our leadership brings together experience in theological scholarship, pastoral ministry, education, organisational administration, and community engagement. Together, we seek to strengthen institutions, equip church leaders, and promote sustainable development through meaningful partnerships and practical action.
Rev. Dr. John Kwasi Fosu is the Founder and Executive Director of Glocal Compassion gGmbH, a charitable organisation based in Hamburg, Germany. He holds a Doctor of Theology (Dr. theol.) from the University of Hamburg.
An ordained Baptist minister, theologian, researcher, and author, Dr. Fosu brings together academic scholarship and practical pastoral experience. He is also the church planter and pastor of Amazing Grace Baptist Church, Hamburg.
His academic and professional interests include New Testament studies, theological hermeneutics, Christian ethics, intercultural Christianity, and church leadership development. His scholarly contributions include journal articles, academic books, book chapters, and presentations at academic and theological gatherings.
Through Glocal Compassion, he seeks to strengthen churches and institutions, expand access to theological and leadership education, encourage international partnerships, and promote compassionate service within communities.
Theological education, church leadership development, institutional cooperation, intercultural engagement, and community transformation.
The Beirat brings together experience in theology, education, community engagement, and organisational administration. Its members contribute professional perspectives and guidance to the mission of Glocal Compassion.
Prof. Dr. Werner Kahl is a New Testament scholar with extensive experience in theological education, pastoral ministry, and international academic cooperation. His longstanding engagement with Ghana and Germany contributes valuable intercultural and theological perspectives to Glocal Compassion's leadership.
Dr. Hanno Frey is an educator with professional experience in school leadership, teaching, Christian ministry, and voluntary community service. His involvement in educational and social initiatives brings practical perspectives on leadership, inclusion, and compassionate engagement.
Mr. Emmanuel Arthur brings experience in logistics, financial administration, and community welfare. His practical involvement in church administration and compassionate ministry contributes to organisational coordination, resource mobilisation, and service.
Our regional coordinators and administrative personnel support communication, partnerships, and programme coordination across different geographical contexts, helping to connect global resources with local needs.
Rev. Mrs. Mary Fosu is an ordained minister of the Ghana Baptist Convention with experience in pastoral ministry, theological education, and Christian leadership. Her academic interests include Christian education, ethics, and systematic theology. She contributes to Glocal Compassion's engagement with churches, educational institutions, and community initiatives in Ghana.
Mr. Edmund Adem brings experience in nursing, health education, Christian ministry, and community engagement. With educational connections in Ghana and the United States, he has a strong interest in compassionate service and initiatives that support community well-being. He assists Glocal Compassion's coordination and relationship-building efforts in North America.
Ms. Awura Ama Hahn supports the administrative activities of Glocal Compassion in Europe. Her background includes nursing education and involvement in church-based service, social engagement, music, and media ministry. She contributes to the organisation's administrative coordination and community-oriented activities.
Glocal Compassion is committed to responsible leadership, transparent administration, and the effective stewardship of resources in pursuit of its charitable mission.
The Executive Director oversees strategic planning, programme implementation, institutional partnerships, and daily operations.
The Beirat provides professional advice and perspectives to support organisational development and responsible decision-making.
We seek to manage charitable funds responsibly through appropriate financial administration, documentation, and stewardship.
We value accurate record-keeping, appropriate reporting, and compliance with applicable legal and charitable requirements.
We welcome partnerships with churches, educational institutions, organisations, and individuals committed to leadership development, education, and compassionate community service.
