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The General Secretary of The Church of Pentecost, Apostle Samuel Gyau Obuobi, has led a solemn ceremony to lay the foundation stone for the new administrative office of the Abuakwa Area in the Ashanti Region.

The event was held at the forecourt of the proposed office site and was attended by several notable figures, including Apostle Yaw Adjei-Kwarteng, Coordinator of the Ashanti Regional Coordinating Committee; Apostle John Appiah Aidoo, Abuakwa Area Head; as well as active and retired ministers and members of the church.

The planned three-storey building will comprise various offices, kitchens, dining halls, boardrooms, transit quarters, and a conference hall, establishing it as the central administrative hub for the Abuakwa Area.

During the ceremony, Apostle Obuobi led the congregation in prayer, seeking divine wisdom from above to guide the Area heads who will oversee operations within the facility.

The Abuakwa Area Head, Apostle John Appiah Aidoo, shared his vision for the office to be spacious enough to accommodate an additional Area in the event of future administrative division, thereby ensuring sustainable growth for the church’s operations in the region.

This milestone represents a significant advancement in strengthening the administrative capacity and organisational structure of The Church of Pentecost within the Ashanti Region.

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Apostle Dr. Samuel Gakpetor, Agormanya Area Head and National DLDC Coordinator of The Church of Pentecost, has urged children’s workers to practice intentional discipleship, emphasizing that it transforms children from simply knowing about God to truly knowing Him.

Speaking on ‘Weaning Children Through Intentional Discipleship’ at FBC 2025 on Friday, August 1, he referenced Exodus 2:1–10 as a metaphor for guiding children toward spiritual maturity.

‘A disciple is someone who believes in Jesus Christ and walks in a personal relationship with Him,’ he explained, stressing that discipleship is not just a routine but a deliberate, life-shaping process.

Referring to Matthew 28:19, he reminded listeners that, ‘Children are not future members of the church– they are present and essential. Discipling them now cultivates faith that lasts a lifetime and builds on Vision 2028.’

He outlined key discipleship practices: teaching the Word, modeling Christ-like living, mentoring, encouraging Scripture memorization, and praying for children regularly.

Encouraging those who may feel unnoticed, he said, ‘Though your ministry may not come with public recognition, there is a ‘Thank You’ waiting for you.”

Report by Children’s Ministry Media.

Apostle Dr. Amos Jimmy Markin, Cape Coast Area Head of The Church of Pentecost, underscored that while passion is important, it is spiritual discipline that sustains and drives true effectiveness in children’s ministry.

Speaking on the theme ‘Empowered by the Spirit: Sealed and Anointed for a Unique and Specialized Ministry,’ he anchored his message in Scriptures including Acts 10:38 and 1 Peter 2:9–10.

He declared, ‘Be filled with the Holy Spirit. He dwells in us, abides with us, places a stamp of ownership on us saying: You are His portion; you’re not for sale. That is the mark of true anointing.’

Apostle Markin outlined marks of the anointed: prayer, fasting, studying the Word, and obedience, calling these essential to Spirit-led service.

‘This is not a job—it is a calling. Not routine, but revival. Not mere teaching, but Spirit-empowered engagement that transforms lives,’ he said.

He concluded with a charge:
‘You are renewed in the Spirit, anointed, and empowered to boldly win and nurture children for the Kingdom.’

Report by Children’s Ministry Media.

Dr. Mrs. Harriet Afriyie Adjimi, a Program Officer with the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at KNUST, has emphasized the vital role children’s ministry workers play in shaping spiritual destinies.

Speaking at the ongoing Foundation Builders Conference organized by The Church of Pentecost Children’s Ministry at the Pentecost Convention Centre, Gomoa-Yesukrom, she cited Barna Group research: “64% of born-again Christians committed before age 18, and only 23% after age 21.”

‘These statistics underscore the critical window for gospel impact and the responsibility on Children’s Ministry,’ she said.

Dr. Adjimi acknowledged that only one in five workers feel equipped for long-term service, urging ministers to be self-motivated—serving from the heart without external recognition.

She described self-motivated workers as purposeful, passionate, disciplined, resilient, focused, joyful, and community-driven, noting that ‘these individuals lead with unwavering clarity of purpose.’

She warned against motivation killers like monotony, comparison, and lack of autonomy, recommending practical ways to sustain inner drive: staying healthy, learning continually, peer fellowship, rejecting negativity, and taking rest.

With these, she concluded, children’s workers can serve with renewed passion and lasting impact on the next generation.

Report by Children’s Ministry Media.

Apostle Dr. Philip Osei-Korsah, Executive Council Member-Elect and Director of the Counselling Ministry of The Church of Pentecost, has stressed the importance of safeguarding the mental health of Children’s Ministry workers, describing it as an essential asset rather than a liability.

Speaking at the Foundation Builders’ Conference on Thursday, July 31, 2025, he noted that workers must ‘prioritise their mental health to ensure effective and lasting impact.’

He defined stress as ‘the abuse of the strength that the tripartite being demands,’ warning that unchecked stress may lead to ‘anger, depression, or outright burnout, which in turn causes ‘mental disposition, misplacement and dysfunction when not handled with critical care.’

Apostle Osei-Korsah emphasized that effective ministry requires both mental and spiritual soundness. He cautioned that emotionally disengaged service— ‘leading songs or reciting memory verses’ without inner connection—can become hollow and even harmful.

He cited Elijah’s breakdown in 1 Kings 18–19 to show that even strong servants of God can succumb to emotional strain, especially under prolonged pressure. Common stressors such as heavy workloads, difficult classroom dynamics, lack of recognition, and limited resources, he noted, all take a toll.

‘Mental health is not a luxury,’ he stressed, ‘Children workers must be deliberate about rest, self-care, and seeking support. When the mind is healthy and refreshed, ministry becomes impactful—and children receive the nurturing they truly need.’

Report by Children’s Ministry Media.

With a heart overflowing with gratitude to God, Pastor Samuel Avornyo, Director of the Children’s Ministry of The Church of Pentecost, warmly welcomed all delegates to the 4th edition of the Foundation Builders’ Conference (FBC) organised by The Church of Pentecost Children’s Ministry.

Addressing participants during the opening session, Pastor Avornyo acknowledged the presence and leadership of the Chairman, Apostle Eric Nyamekye, and all members of the Executive Council, alongside cherished patrons, ministers, and children’s workers.

In his address, he described the conference as a landmark gathering for equipping, sharpening, and unleashing spiritual builders.

With visible excitement, he highlighted the rare honour of hosting representatives from other churches, missions, and even international delegates, all united by the common goal of raising godly children.

He paid tribute to his predecessor, Pastor Professor William Otoo Ellis, whose visionary leadership birthed and nurtured the past three editions of the Foundation Builders’ Conference.

“Sir, we salute your commitment, your wisdom, and the solid structures you have laid,” he noted.

Affirming the divine mandate on the children’s ministry, the Children’s Ministry Director emphasized that workers are not just handling children, they are shaping destinies.

Echoing Acts 1:8, he reminded workers that they are empowered by the Spirit to ‘win, wean, and unleash children for Christ’.

‘The Kingdom of God is counting on you,’ he declared, adding; ‘and Heaven is watching.’

Pastor Avornyo urged participants to embrace FBC 2025 as a personal ‘Mount Horeb’ where burdens are lifted, fire is rekindled, and purpose renewed.

‘Let us prepare to be empowered to go forth and win, wean, and unleash godly children to transform their world.’

He concluded with a bold declaration of CM Vision 2028: ‘Children’s Ministry Vision 2028 – Win, Wean, and Unleash Transformative Children!’

The conference, which began today, July 31, 2025 is expected to conclude on Saturday, August 2, 2025.

Report by Children’s Ministry Media.