The World Communion of Reformed Churches (WCRC) welcomes two new interns whose diverse backgrounds in technology, church leadership, and medicine reflect the global character of the communion. Edwin Ahwireng from Ghana and Bridget Mwenya from Zambia begin their internships with a shared desire to learn from the global church while contributing their own skills and perspectives to the work of WCRC.
The internship programme provides young leaders with the opportunity to gain experience in international church work and ecumenical engagement while supporting the mission and activities of the communion.
Edwin Ahwireng: Leadership and Digital Innovation
Originally from the Eastern Region of Ghana, Edwin Ahwireng brings a combination of technological expertise and church leadership experience to the internship. He is currently pursuing a Bachelor of Science in Information Technology, where he is building knowledge in networking, database management, and system architecture. Alongside his academic training, he has also developed skills in graphic design and web development, combining technical knowledge with creativity in digital communication.
Ahwireng is actively involved in youth leadership within the church. He serves as National Youth President of the Presbyterian Church of Ghana, where he helps guide national initiatives focused on the spiritual and social development of young people. In this role, he works with youth across the country while also representing their concerns and aspirations at the national level.
His engagement also extends beyond Ghana. As co-chair of the youth advisory committee of the All Africa Conference of Churches, Ahwireng works to connect young church leaders with broader continental conversations, ensuring youth perspectives are represented in discussions about the future of the church in Africa.
Alongside his leadership work, he also brings experience in digital communication and media. He has contributed to the development of visual identities, supported social media communication, and helped strengthen organizational branding through digital platforms.
For Ahwireng, the internship represents an opportunity for both learning and meaningful contribution. “I don’t see this internship opportunity as just a line on my résumé,” he says. “I see it as a bridge to professional mastery.”
He hopes to play an active role in the work of the organization during his time with WCRC. “My biggest hope is to leave a mark. I don’t want to just shadow the team; I want to complete projects that save time, improve a process, or provide a fresh perspective the team finds genuinely useful.”
Ahwireng approaches the experience with optimism and determination. “I believe that the best way to predict the future is to create it, and I’m ready to start building that future here,” he says.
Bridget Mwenya: Faith, Health, and Community
Bridget Mwenya joins the internship with a background in medicine and a passion for faith-based service. A medical doctor from Zambia, she holds a Bachelor of Medicine and Bachelor of Surgery (MBChB) from the University of Zambia. Her professional experience includes clinical work in patient care, health education, and community health initiatives.
Alongside her medical work, Mwenya is actively involved in church and student leadership. She participated in programs with Theology Education by Extension in Zambia through the United Church of Zambia, particularly at St. Paul’s congregation. During her medical training, she also served as vice chairperson in the student ministry, supporting fellow students both spiritually and socially.
Her commitment to helping others also led her to establish Help A Soul Forum, a student support initiative providing social and health support to students facing challenges. Mwenya says growing up in Zambia shapes her understanding of the important role churches play in society. The country’s strong Christian heritage and vibrant faith communities often bring people together to address issues such as health, education, and social justice. “I am honored to be offered this internship and to have the opportunity to work and learn within such an international and faith-centered environment,” she says.
Through the internship, she hopes to gain deeper insight into global church collaboration and ecumenical engagement, while also exploring how faith communities can contribute to improving health and wellbeing. For Mwenya, the relationship between faith and medicine remains central. “Healing is beyond medicine,” she says.
A Global Learning Opportunity
As Ahwireng and Mwenya begin their time with WCRC, they bring different experiences but a shared commitment to service, learning, and global engagement. Their participation reflects the communion’s dedication to nurturing emerging leaders from diverse contexts who are eager to contribute to the life and witness of the global church.
The WCRC internship programme is funded primarily by a grant from the Evangelische Missionswerk (EMW), supporting opportunities for young leaders from around the world to gain experience in international church work.
