Meet the Director:
Apostle James Kofi Abbrey
Apostle James Kofi Abbrey, M.A., M.TH., MHCFR., YMHC, CMHA., D.D. (Hon)., PhD student. He is a highly regarded minister of the gospel, an accomplished administrator, an esteemed mentor, and a figure of great influence within the faith community. He has
nurtured and guided numerous individuals as a fatherly figure in their spiritual journeys. Despite being born into modest circumstances, his unwavering determination, diligent efforts, and unwavering faith in God have propelled him from obscurity to his current position of remarkable achievement.
Apostle James Kofi Abbrey is recognized as the Founder and Head Pastor of Divine Builders Bible Church, which boasts branches in Greater Accra, Central, Ashanti, Brong- Ahafo, and Northern regions. Additionally, he serves as the Executive Director and principal counselor at Holistic Counseling and Training Consult Ltd., an esteemed institution dedicated to care, counseling, coaching, mediation, and training. With over four decades of ministerial and counseling experience, he carries the weight of an ordained minister.
Apostle James Kofi Abbrey holds certifications as a professional counselor from the Ghana Psychology Council and as an ADR practitioner from the Ghana Association of Certified Mediators and Arbitrators. He is a proud member of esteemed organizations such as the Ghana Psychological Association, Ghana Academy of Christian Counselors, American Association of Christian Counselors, Marriage and Family Life Network (AACC), Biblical Counseling and Spiritual Formation Network (AACC), and Grief, Crisis, and Disaster Network (AACC). His extensive qualifications include certification as a trainer and
facilitator from Prepare Enrich Inc. (USA) and numerous other reputable institutions.
Following his secondary education, Apostle Kofi Abbrey heeded the divine call to ministry. Through sheer determination and self-guided study, he pursued further academic and professional training at renowned institutions. His impressive academic credentials and professional accomplishments stand as testaments to his unwavering commitment to self- improvement and his desire to contribute meaningfully to the betterment of society.
His efforts have garnered widespread admiration and respect. Notably, he holds an Honorary Doctor of Divinity from Africa Theological Seminary, a Master degree in Theology (M.Th.) in pastoral care and counseling from Trinity Theological Seminary, a Master of Arts in
Theology and Missions (M.A) from Akrofi Chris-taller Institute, and a Master in Mental Health Coaching First Responder from Light University (USA).
He also possesses additional diplomas and certificates in Theology, Physical Fitness and Nutrition, Career Coaching, Counseling Sexual Dysfunctions, Human Resources Management, Chief Executive Program, Governance and Leadership, Alternate Dispute Resolution,
Organizational Leadership, General Management Practice, and other notable fields.
Throughout his extensive four-decade-long career, Apostle Kofi Abbrey has consistently demonstrated exceptional leadership skills and has assumed various prominent leadership roles. These include serving as National Overseer of Deeper Christian Life Ministry, Ghana, and actively engaging in evangelism and the establishment of hundreds of churches. His preaching has reached far and wide, encompassing districts across Ghana, several West African countries, and even spanning continents.
Apostle Kofi Abbrey invaluable contributions have made him an indispensable asset to numerous significant committees in Ghana and beyond. With his expertise as a professional counseling practitioner, he specializes in addressing a diverse range of issues, including premarital and marital counseling, post-wedding support, divorce counseling, stress and depression management, crisis intervention, bereavement counseling, life recovery, and career guidance. He approaches his work with professionalism, considering cultural perspectives to ensure effective outcomes.
His personal interests, hobbies, and talents lie in preaching, teaching, pastoral counseling and care, leadership training, community mobilization, physical fitness and nutrition, missions, church planting, event management, ICT, and other areas of expertise. Apostle Kofi Abbrey possesses a deep-seated desire to contribute to the well-being of
others and make a meaningful social impact. He derives fulfillment from being sought after for assistance and guidance, and his core life lesson centers around serving others. This lesson has shaped his ability to connect with individuals, extend support, and build strong relationships. He is renowned for his strong work ethic, self-discipline, and unwavering consistency in all his endeavors.
Apostle Kofi Abbrey is happily married to Victoria, and together they have raised five adult children and grandchildren. He cherishes the institution of family and values the importance of strong and nurturing relationships. In summary, Apostle James Kofi Abbrey is a highly respected minister of the gospel,
accomplished administrator, mentor, and leader. With a vast array of academic qualifications, professional certifications, and decades of experience, he has made significant contributions to the field of counseling, leadership, and spiritual guidance. His unwavering commitment to personal growth, relentless work ethic, and dedication to serving others have earned him admiration and respect within the faith community and beyond. Apostle Kofi Abbrey continues to impact lives through his preaching, counseling, mentoring, and community-building endeavors, leaving a lasting legacy of compassion,
wisdom, and faith.