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        <h6 class="text-uppercase text-gold fw-bold mb-3 ls-2">The Life of</h6>
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                <h2 class="section-title mb-4">Abridged Biography (1965–2025)</h2>
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                    <p class="lead mb-4">Rev. Dr. Sally Julie Armah (Mrs.), affectionately known as “Mama Julie”, lived a remarkable life of resilience, service, and faith. Born on 18th November 1965 at the Korle-Bu Teaching Hospital in Accra, her very entry into the world was marked by struggle and divine intervention.</p>
                    
                    <p class="mb-4">Carried in her young mother’s womb for twelve months and nearly exchanged at birth, she was spared by God’s grace and celebrated as a “child of destiny.” Her parents, Mr. Philip Quacoe of Nsawam Adoagyiri and Madam Christiana Nana Sarpomaa of Koforidua Old Tafo, gave her a foundation of hard work and courage that would sustain her through the storms of life.</p>
                    
                    <h4 class="font-serif text-primary mt-5 mb-3">Childhood & Adversity</h4>
                    <p class="mb-4">Growing up in Akosombo, she experienced the complexities of a polygamous home, financial hardships, and periods of displacement. Yet, from her earliest days, she carried an unusual sense of purpose and drew strength from prayer. At the tender age of ten, she had a profound encounter with Christ, who revealed His calling upon her life. That experience ignited in her a lifelong passion for God’s presence and service, even as she balanced school, domestic responsibilities, and the challenges of caring for her siblings.</p>
                    
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                    <p class="mb-4">Dr. Armah began her education at the Akosombo Experimental School and continued to Akwamuman Secondary School in the Eastern Region. Despite personal hardships and family instability, she distinguished herself academically and in leadership, serving as Assistant Girls’ Prefect and later as Prayer Secretary of the Scripture Union. Her involvement with the Youth Evangelical School (YES) Camp in 1983 deepened her faith and passion for evangelism.</p>
                    
                    <p class="mb-4">Her formal theological journey began at Trinity Theological Seminary, Legon, where she obtained both a Diploma in Theology and a Bachelor of Divinity (BD). She later earned a Master of Philosophy (MPhil) in Religious Studies from Central University. Driven by an enduring commitment to pastoral care, she pursued and attained a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Practical Theology, specializing in Pastoral Care and Counseling, from Trinity Theological Seminary.</p>
                    
                    <h4 class="font-serif text-primary mt-5 mb-3">Marriage, Family, and Personal Life</h4>
                    <p class="mb-4">Dr. Armah was a devoted wife, a loyal partner to her husband, and a nurturing mother. She was blessed with one biological child and opened her heart to many others—raising adopted children and countless spiritual sons and daughters. To all of them, she was not only a mother but also a counselor, mentor, and role model.</p>
                    
                    <p class="mb-4">Her work as a Senior Marriage Counselor spanned over thirty years, during which she officiated weddings, guided couples, and brought healing and stability to families. Many remember her as a voice of wisdom—firm but compassionate, honest yet encouraging.</p>
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                            <span class="fw-bold">Born:</span>
                            <span class="text-muted">18th Nov 1965</span>
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                    <p class="fs-5 italic font-serif position-relative z-1 mb-0">"From ashes to purpose, God can make something beautiful out of brokenness."</p>
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