Grand Convention
Annual gathering of Knights and Ladies across Accra West Grand
The Grand Convention is the flagship event of Accra West — a vibrant gathering of commanderies and auxiliaries for business sessions, fellowship, drill displays, and spiritual renewal.
2022
Landmark Edition
Grand Convention 2022 — A Landmark Gathering
Members from across Accra West Grand gathered for strategic discourse, drill displays, and fellowship at our landmark convention — where tradition met the future in camaraderie, celebration, and Catholic knighthood.
Explore the StoryFamilies, cadets, juniors, and invited guests participate in the programme, making the convention both a working session and a homecoming for the entire Accra West family. Registration, transport, and accommodation are coordinated through commandery and auxiliary secretaries under the Grand Secretariat.
The Grand President presides over opening ceremonies alongside the Grand Respected Sister, Grand Chaplain, and Board of Officers. District commanders present unit reports while auxiliary leaders share welfare, formation, and degree exemplification outcomes for the year.
Committee sessions address finance, ritual, discipline, youth, media, and social responsibility — shaping policy that guides every commandery and auxiliary through the new Grand year. Resolutions passed at convention become binding guidance for local units.
Drill competitions showcase the precision and discipline that define KSJI ceremonial life. Commanderies parade in full regalia before Grand Military officers and inspection officers, competing for honours that are presented at the awards gala.
The 2022 Grand Convention marked a landmark gathering where tradition met strategic planning — members engaged in comprehensive programmes designed to honour heritage while shaping the future of the Order in Accra West.
Announcements on dates, venue, and registration fees are published through the Grand Secretariat and posted on the AWGC news page. Commanderies are encouraged to confirm delegations early to secure lodging and parade slots.
Six pillars of the Grand Convention
Governance
Grand Board sessions, elections, and policy resolutions that guide the new Grand year.
Formation
Degree exemplifications, officer briefings, and ritual standards for commanderies and auxiliaries.
Discipline
Muster reviews, drill finals, and regalia inspections celebrating ceremonial excellence.
Worship
Opening Mass, memorial prayers, and thanksgiving liturgies anchoring convention in faith.
Welfare
Auxiliary reports, charity appeals, and recognition of outreach across parishes.
Brotherhood
Gala nights, cultural displays, and reunion fellowship for the entire KSJI family.
Convention Pillars
Opening Liturgy
Concelebrated Mass with Grand Chaplain and clergy from across the Grand — setting a sacred tone for the entire convention.
Business Sessions
Grand Board reports, elections, resolutions, finance reviews, and standing committee deliberations.
Drill & Parade
Regimental displays, muster review, inspection finals, and inter-commandery drill competition.
Exemplifications
Degree ceremonies for qualified Knight and Lady candidates under Grand authority.
Awards & Gala
Honours ceremony, dinner, cultural presentations, and fraternal celebration.
Fellowship
Homecoming for families, cadets, juniors, and invited guests across the Accra West family.
Convention Schedule
A full programme of liturgy, governance, drill, exemplifications, and fellowship — hour by hour across the Grand Convention.
Day 1
Arrival & Opening
Registration, parade, Mass, and welcome
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01 Registration & Muster
Delegate check-in, credential verification, and commandery roll call.
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02 Opening Parade
Grand march-in with banners, swords, and standards in full regalia.
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03 Opening Mass
Concelebrated liturgy with Grand Chaplain and participating clergy.
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04 Grand Board Session I
President's address, secretary's report, and committee introductions.
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05 Welcome Reception
Fellowship dinner and cultural welcome for delegates and guests.
Day 2
Business & Competition
Committees, drill finals, degrees, and gala
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01 Committee Breakouts
Finance, ritual, discipline, youth, media, and welfare committee sessions.
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02 Auxiliary Session
Grand Ladies reports, formation updates, and auxiliary resolutions.
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03 Drill Competition
Inter-commandery drill finals judged by Grand Military officers and inspectors.
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04 Exemplifications
Degree ceremonies for qualified Knight and Lady candidates.
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05 Gala Night
Awards presentations, cultural displays, and fraternal celebration.
Day 3
Closing & Commissioning
Final business, thanksgiving, honours, and departure
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01 Grand Board Session II
Committee reports, resolutions, elections, and closing business.
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02 Thanksgiving Mass
Grateful worship for a fruitful convention and Grand year ahead.
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03 Awards & Recognition
Presentation of drill, inspection, and service honours to winning units.
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04 Closing Ceremony
Grand President's commissioning address and formal adjournment.
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05 Departure
Delegate release and transport coordination through unit secretaries.
How to Participate
Everything your commandery or auxiliary needs to nominate delegates, prepare regalia, and participate fully in the Grand Convention.
Official Delegates
Each commandery and auxiliary nominates accredited representatives — typically the president, secretary, and appointed voting delegates confirmed by the Grand Secretariat.
Credentials
Delegates must present valid KSJI credentials, convention badges, and unit authorization letters at registration.
Regalia Required
Full ceremonial dress is mandatory for liturgical sessions, parade, drill competition, and awards gala.
Early Registration
Units should confirm delegations at least four weeks before convention to secure accommodation, transport, and parade slots.
What delegates accomplish together
- Grand Board reports and policy decisions for the new year
- Inter-commandery drill and regalia parade competitions
- Concelebrated Mass and thanksgiving for the Order
- Awards and recognition for outstanding units and members
- Fellowship, gala nights, and cultural presentations
- Registration and logistics through local secretaries
Ready to represent your commandery?
Contact the Grand Secretariat for convention dates, delegate registration, and unit logistics.
