PIWC Sakumono Women Bring Christmas Joy To New Life Orphanage web

PIWC Sakumono Women Bring Christmas Joy To New Life Orphanage

The Women’s Ministry of the Pentecost International Worship Centre (PIWC), Sakumono, on Friday, December 26, 2025, donated assorted items and cash to the New Life Orphanage Home at Nungua as part of activities marking the District’s Christmas convention.

The items presented included bags of rice, cooking oil, tinned fish, bottled water, assorted soft drinks, milk, biscuits and snacks, soaps, sanitary pads, clothing, and other essentials to support the children’s upkeep at the home. In addition, the ministry made a cash donation of GH¢5,000 to help cater for the needs of the inmates.

Presenting the items on behalf of the District, the wife of the Resident Minister, Dr Mrs Theresah Fianko-Larbi, assisted by the wife of the Associate Minister, Dr Salomey Mensah-Tandoh, said the gesture was inspired by the love of Christ, adding that Jesus Christ died to bring peace to the world.

She explained that the theme for this year’s Christmas convention was “Jesus Christ, Spirit Conceived, Gospel Unleashed.” She noted that the ministry deemed it important to demonstrate that unleashed love by reaching out to the vulnerable in society and helping to meet their basic needs.

Dr Salomey Mensah-Tandoh offered prayers for the children and staff of the orphanage on behalf of the District, committing their lives and future into God’s hands.

Responding on behalf of the Home, the Head and owner, Nii Afotey Botwe II, expressed profound gratitude to the Women’s Ministry for the kind gesture and their continuous support over the years. He recounted that he started the orphanage about 25 years ago and, by God’s grace, it now houses over 92 children.

He disclosed that some of the children are currently in tertiary institutions, including universities and nursing training colleges, while others have been enrolled in vocational skills training and public schools within the community. He added that the home also supports some disabled persons and occasionally offers food and shelter to individuals who walk in seeking help.

Nii Afotey Botwe II thanked the ministry for bringing hope and joy to the children, especially during the Christmas season.

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La District Hosts Inaugural Grateful Teens Conference, Graduates 22 from M2T web

La District Hosts Inaugural Grateful Teens Conference, Graduates 22 from M2TProgramme

The La District of The Church of Pentecost successfully held its first-ever Grateful Teens Conference on December 6, 2025, marking a significant milestone in the District’s Youth Ministry efforts. The event, organised under the Youth Ministry’s Ministry to Teens (M2T) initiative, served as an annual thanksgiving and graduation ceremony, celebrating spiritual growth, gratitude, and commitment to Christ.

The conference, themed “Give Thanks and Praise to God” (Psalm 100:4–5), brought together ministers, youth leaders, teens, and their families in an atmosphere of joy and worship. Central to the celebration was the graduation of 22 teenagers who successfully completed the M2T programme, a structured discipleship course designed to ground young believers in Christian doctrine, nurture godly character, and prepare them for effective ministry and service in the church.

Delivering the keynote exhortation, Emmanuel Opoku Mensah encouraged the graduates and participants to cultivate lives marked by gratitude and purpose. He reminded the teens that God knows them personally and has a divine plan for their lives, urging them to live as people who belong to Christ and to reflect their faith through distinct, thankful Christian living in all aspects of life.

The conference was graced by the presence of key District leaders, including Peter Eshun and his wife, Florence Eshun, whose consistent support for youth-focused initiatives has contributed significantly to the growth of ministry among young people in the District. Also present was David Neizer, who doubles as the M2T Coordinator, alongside other District Youth leaders and M2T Executives.

The programme was enriched with vibrant and inspiring ministry presentations, including choreography ministrations by the La English Choreography Team, Sophia’s McKeown Temple Choreography Team, and South Chapel Square Assembly Choreography Team, adding colour and spiritual depth to the celebration.

With 22 graduates commissioned to continue their spiritual journey, the inaugural Grateful Teens Conference not only celebrated achievement but also underscored the La District’s commitment to intentional teen discipleship. The event has set a strong foundation for sustaining youth impact and future editions of the conference.

Report by Dcns Juliet Senanu Agbenyezi (M2T Coordinator, La District)

Elmina Area Women’s Ministry Donates To Elmina Government Hospital web

Elmina Area Women’s Ministry Donates To Elmina Government Hospital

As part of the 2025 Christmas celebrations, the Women’s Ministry of The Church of Pentecost, Elmina Area, on Friday, 26th December, made a generous donation to the Elmina Government Hospital. The initiative, part of the Ministry’s outreach programme, aimed to demonstrate love, compassion, and practical care for institutions serving the public.

The donation exercise was led by Area the Head Apostle Lawrence Oduro-Nyarko alongside the leadership of the Women’s Ministry. District leaders of the Ministry, hospital management, and staff were present, creating an atmosphere of joy, gratitude, and Christian fellowship.

Speaking on the motivation behind the gesture, Apostle Oduro-Nyarko cited Matthew 25:34–46, highlighting that acts of kindness to the sick, needy, and vulnerable are acts done unto Christ. He emphasised that Christmas celebrates God’s ultimate love in giving His Son, and believers are called to reflect this love through tangible acts that address real human needs.

The items donated included detergents, tissue paper, mops, buckets, sweeping brushes, dustbins, laundry baskets, toiletries, biscuits, assorted drinks, and an electronic blood pressure machine, intended to support hygiene, patient care, and basic health monitoring.

Presenting the items, Area Women’s Ministry Leader Deaconess Millicent Owusu explained that the donation was the result of collective contributions from women across the Elmina Area. She reiterated the Ministry’s commitment to supporting health institutions, the vulnerable, and the needy.

Receiving the items, Hospital Administrator Mr Joseph Kwame Addo expressed deep appreciation, noting the donation would significantly enhance sanitation, patient comfort, and healthcare delivery. He also appealed for Church support in establishing a VIP ward to improve service delivery.

The Church leadership and Women’s Ministry members visited the male, female, and children’s wards, sharing fellowship, prayers, and encouragement with patients, while committing the hospital staff and management into God’s hands.

In attendance were Dr Mrs Cynthia Oduro-Nyarko; Pastor Dr Prince Augustine and Barbara Ababio; Mrs Ewura Akua Ameyaw; Mrs Cecilia Nti; Deaconess Evelyn Momo Afotey; Deaconess Ama Sika Boamah; and other Executive Committee Members of the Women’s Ministry.

Report by Elmina Media Ministry

Christ Is God’s Ultimate Answer To A Dark World – Apostle Obuobi web

Christ Is God’s Ultimate Answer To A Dark World – Apostle Obuobi

The General Secretary of The Church of Pentecost, Apostle Samuel Gyau Obuobi, has reaffirmed that Jesus Christ remains God’s ultimate solution to the darkness confronting the world. He made this declaration while continuing his Christmas Convention activities at the Dwenho District in the Agona Swedru Area.

Preaching on the theme “Great Light for People in Darkness,” Apostle Obuobi explained that the world has been plunged into darkness through sin, Satan’s influence, spiritual blindness, and death, all of which began after the fall of man. He cited Isaiah 9:2 to emphasise that the birth of Christ ushered divine light into a world walking in despair.

According to him, Jesus did not only proclaim Himself as the Light of the world but demonstrated it through His life, ministry, and acts of compassion, including healing those oppressed by the devil. He referenced biblical accounts such as the demon-possessed man of Gadara to illustrate Christ’s power to liberate humanity from absolute darkness.

Apostle Obuobi noted that through the Gospel, believers receive the life of Christ, which becomes light within them. He stressed that accepting Jesus brings transformation, direction, and victory over darkness, urging all to embrace Christ as the source of true life and hope.

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Christ The Born Saviour Apostle Kumi-Larbi Proclaims Redemption At web

Christ The Born Saviour: Apostle Kumi-Larbi Proclaims Redemption At Katamansu District

The Ashaiman Area Head and Executive Council Member of the Church of Pentecost, Apostle ANY Kumi-Larbi, visited the Katamansu District on December 26 as part of his 2025 Christmas Convention activities in the Ashaiman Area.

He delivered a Christ-centred sermon on the theme “Jesus Christ, My Saviour and Lord Is Born,” grounding his message in Luke 2:11, Isaiah 9:6, and John 1:10–14. Apostle Kumi-Larbi affirmed the incarnation as God’s decisive intervention in human history, explaining that the birth of Jesus Christ reveals God’s love and redemptive purpose for a world burdened by sin and spiritual brokenness.

Drawing insight from Acts 2:36, he stressed that Jesus is both Lord and Saviour, noting that sin and its consequences remain humanity’s greatest challenge. He explained that God, in His mercy, sent Jesus Christ to rescue mankind from the grip and penalty of sin, urging the congregation to reflect on who truly governs their lives. He defined a saviour as one who delivers others from distress, highlighting humanity’s helplessness without divine intervention.

The preacher revisited humanity’s original state before the Fall, explaining that Adam was created in the image of God, enjoyed fellowship with Him, and exercised dominion over creation, as reflected in Genesis 1:26–27 and Luke 3:38. This privileged position, he said, was lost through sin, resulting in separation from God, confusion, and calamity, as recorded in Genesis chapters 3 to 6. Sin stripped humanity of its glory and authority, but restoration becomes possible when God’s image and character are renewed through Christ.

Referencing 1 Corinthians 15:22, Apostle Kumi-Larbi emphasised that life and restoration come through Jesus Christ. He assured believers that no weapon, spirit, or circumstance can prevail against them when Christ is present, citing scriptures including Ephesians 2:1–3, Romans 3:23, Matthew 1:20–21, and Colossians 1:13–14 to affirm deliverance, forgiveness, and new life in Christ.

The service was graced by the presence of Mrs. Rose Kumi-Larbi (wife of Apostle Kumi-Larbi); Pastor Sampson Nkrumah (Katamansu District Pastor) and his wife, Mavis Nkrumah; and Pastor Douglas Owusu Addy (Retd), whose attendance added warmth to the gathering.

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Only Christ Can Save Humanity — Apostle Obuobi Declares web

Only Christ Can Save Humanity — Apostle Obuobi Declares

The General Secretary of The Church of Pentecost, Apostle Samuel Gyau Obuobi, has reaffirmed the exclusive role of Jesus Christ as the only source of salvation for humanity, urging Christians to anchor their faith firmly in Christ, especially during the Christmas season.

Speaking at the Osu Central Assembly during a service that marked the beginning of his 2025 Christmas Convention activities, Apostle Obuobi preached on the theme “Born a Saviour.” He explained that while many people seek redemption through human efforts, moral achievements or alternative spiritual paths, the Bible clearly teaches that salvation cannot be attained through any other means apart from Jesus Christ.

Quoting scriptures including Psalm 49:7–8 and Acts 4:12, Apostle Obuobi noted that no human being has the capacity to redeem another because the cost of salvation is beyond human ability. According to him, God’s decision to send His Son was the only solution to humanity’s sinful condition.

He further explained that Jesus Christ is uniquely qualified to save because of His deity and virgin birth, describing Him as God incarnate who came from above to redeem mankind. The General Secretary emphasised that Christmas is not merely a festive celebration, but a divine reminder of God’s sacrificial love expressed through the birth of His Son.

Apostle Obuobi challenged believers to move beyond routine celebrations and renew their personal commitment to Christ, stressing that true salvation results in transformed lives marked by obedience, humility and love for others.

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Chairman Joins Yendi Area For 2025 Christmas Convention web

Chairman Joins Yendi Area For 2025 Christmas Convention

The Chairman of The Church of Pentecost, Apostle Dr Eric Nyamekye, has joined the Yendi Area for its 2025 Christmas Convention, which is being held across several Districts and Zones within the Area.

The visit began on Thursday, December 25, 2025, at the Saboba District, where the Chairman commenced a tour that will take him to five other zones, namely Zabzugu, Tatale, Makayile, Bimbila, and Yendi. The convention will climax with a grand Area joint service in the heart of Yendi on Sunday, December 28, 2025.

Speaking at the Saboba Central and English Assembly on the topic “The Importance of the Virgin Birth,” Apostle Nyamekye stated that the Christian faith is firmly anchored on two foundational truths.

“The Christian belief rests on the birth of Christ and His resurrection,” he explained. “The celebration of the birth of Jesus Christ is what we call Christmas, while His death and resurrection form the basis of Easter. These two events distinguish Christianity from all other religions.”

Describing the virgin birth as both profound and true, the Chairman encouraged believers to use the Christmas season to exalt the name of the Lord.

“The story of the virgin birth is amazing and true,” he said. “At Christmas, let us lift up the name of the Lord, and at Easter, let us boldly proclaim that Jesus died and was resurrected for our sake.”

Addressing debates surrounding the exact date of Christ’s birth, Apostle Nyamekye dismissed the argument that Christmas should not be celebrated because Jesus was not born on December 25.

“Not knowing the exact date of Jesus Christ’s birth should not prevent us from celebrating it,” he stressed. “His birth gives glory to God and gives us joy because it assures us that Christ truly came for our salvation.”

He further noted that despite humanity’s diverse backgrounds and moral standards, all people share a common need for salvation.

“We may belong to different religions, races, and moral systems, but the truth remains that humanity is fallen and corrupt by nature,” he stated. “That is why the coming of Christ is so significant.”

Present at the service were Mrs Mary Nyamekye, wife of the Chairman; the Yendi Area Head, Apostle James Magyam, and his wife, Cecilia; pastors serving in the Saboba Zone of the Yendi Area; as well as ministerial students from Pentecost University who are on internal mission placement.

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Kadjebi District Hosts Annual Officers In Worship Thanksgiving Service web

Kadjebi District Hosts Annual Officers In Worship Thanksgiving Service

The Church of Pentecost, Kadjebi District, on Tuesday, December 23, 2025, held its annual thanksgiving service, themed “Officers in Worship,” at the Kadjebi Central Auditorium.

The event, anchored on the scripture “Let’s give thanks to the Lord for He is good” (Psalm 107:1), brought together personnel from all security agencies to acknowledge God’s protection and guidance throughout the year while seeking His direction for the year ahead.

Over 135 officers from the Ghana Police Service, Immigration Service, Fire Service, Customs Excise and Preventive Service, Ghana Ambulance Service, and Narcotics Control Commission attended, alongside church officers and members of the district. The gathering provided a platform for spiritual reflection and communal thanksgiving, stressing the connection between faith and service.

Delivering the keynote address, District Pastor Pastor Samuel Ohene Abeka highlighted the importance of gratitude, drawing on Luke 17:11–19. He reminded officers that recognising God’s goodness and returning to His presence in thanksgiving is a vital act of faith. Quoting Psalm 107:1, he encouraged the personnel to give thanks continually and urged them to view their professions not merely as jobs, but as divine callings that carry spiritual significance.

District Commanders from the various security agencies also took turns to express appreciation, thanking God and acknowledging the Church of Pentecost for organising a program that fosters unity and spiritual growth. The service was filled with vibrant worship, featuring traditional Gospel Jama performances that engaged both officers and congregants in heartfelt praise.

The “Officers in Worship” thanksgiving service has become a cornerstone event in Kadjebi, strengthening bonds among security personnel while reinforcing their spiritual foundation. The annual gathering not only celebrates God’s faithfulness but also prepares the officers to continue serving the nation with dedication, integrity, and reliance on divine guidance.

Report By Kadjebi District Media Team

The Church Of Pentecost Honours Outstanding Staff, Retirees web

The Church Of Pentecost Honours Outstanding Staff, Retirees

The Church of Pentecost’s General Headquarters Annual Management and Staff Retreat concluded on December 12, 2025, with a grand Awards and Retirement Service, recognising the tireless efforts of staff who have served in various capacities and for many years within the organisation.

The Chairman’s Special Best Worker Awards were presented to David Aninkrah Ando (Area Level) and Daniel Tei Tetteh (Headquarters), respectively.

Twelve dedicated workers were honoured for their meritorious service and bid farewell as they retired after years of committed service. The ceremony was well attended by friends and family of the retirees, including the Chairman, Apostle Dr Eric Nyamekye; the General Secretary, Apostle Samuel Gyau Obuobi; Ministry Directors and Coordinators; ministers on secondment; and others.

Apostle Anane Denteh, Director of PEMEM, delivered a stirring sermon on excellence, urging staff to work diligently in advancing the kingdom and transforming the world.

The event was a celebration of service, dedication, and commitment to the church’s mission, and a testament to its appreciation for hardworking staff.

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PIWC Trasacco Church Building, Mission House Dedicated web

PIWC Trasacco Church Building, Mission House Dedicated

The Chairman of The Church of Pentecost, Apostle Dr Eric Nyamekye, has dedicated the state-of-the-art auditorium of the Pentecost International Worship Centre (PIWC) Trasacco, together with the mission house, which were donated to the church by Elder Dr Joseph Siaw Agyepong (Group Chairman of the Jospong Group of Companies) and his wife, Deaconess Dr Adelaide Siaw Agyepong.

Delivering an inspiring sermon at the dedication service, Apostle Dr Nyamekye anchored his message on 1 Chronicles 22:5, 19; 2 Chronicles 5:1–2, 13–14; and 2 Chronicles 6:18–21.

He indicated that as generations come and go, believers must pay careful attention to the truth that the Church is not a company or an organization, but a spiritual building. According to him, the power of the Holy Spirit is given to believers for the purpose of building the Church of God, not merely for personal benefit.

Chairman Nyamekye stressed that the gathering of people alone does not constitute a church; rather, it is the presence and glory of God that defines the true church. He reiterated that the Holy Spirit empowers believers to build God’s church, where His presence dwells.

He explained that the Old Testament temple was meant to house two important things. The first was the Ark of the Covenant, which represented the presence of God among His people and was central to worship in the Old Testament. He noted that the Church exists to serve God alone and not any individual.

The second was the sacred articles belonging to God, which were dedicated utensils used in the sanctuary. Drawing a parallel to the New Testament, he explained that there is nothing holy before God apart from the new creation in Christ. He added that the Ark of the Covenant and the sacred articles were to be placed together without conflict, signifying that the manifest presence of God among His people depends on a sanctified life.

Apostle Dr Nyamekye highlighted two key things King Solomon prayed for at the dedication of the temple: the glory of God and the presence of God to fill the house of the Lord. He explained that although King Solomon prayed for God’s eyes and ears to be attentive to the temple, God’s response was conditional. Citing 2 Chronicles 7:12–22 and verse 15, he said God promised to hear the prayers of His people if they would humble themselves, hear His word, and obey Him.

He noted that when the glory of God fills the church, the personalities of ministers become secondary. He warned that a church can have many members, but without the glory of God, it becomes mere entertainment.

He further stated that unholy living drives away God’s glory, stressing that the presence and glory of God in the temple depend on the spiritual condition of the people. Believers, he said, must carefully watch their lives if they desire God’s presence and glory to rest upon them.

Calling for a transformation in the way church is practiced, Apostle Dr Nyamekye said that when God is pleased to dwell in His temple, burdens are lifted. He added that God goes with His people and comes with them when they are washed in the blood of Jesus Christ.

He quoted theologian Jonathan Edwards, saying, “A true and faithful Christian does not make holy living an accidental thing. It is his great concern. As the business of the soldier is to fight, so the business of the Christian is to be like Christ.”

The dedication service marked a significant milestone for PIWC Trasacco, reaffirming the church’s commitment to holiness, obedience, and the pursuit of God’s manifest presence.

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