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Kasoa District Evangelism Ministry Visits Awutu Camp Prison With Gospel Outreach

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The Kasoa District Evangelism Ministry of The Church of Pentecost has embarked on a prison outreach to the Awutu Camp Prison, bringing hope, comfort and the gospel of Jesus Christ to inmates.

The visitation, which took place on Monday, September 21, 2026, formed part of the district’s evangelism activities for the second half of the year. It was aimed at reaching out to persons in confinement in fulfilment of Christ’s charge in Matthew 25:36 — “I was in prison and you came to visit me.”

The outreach was led by the District Minister, Pastor Paul Asante, together with the District Evangelism Leader, Elder James Hator Zando, the District Evangelism Secretary, Elder Emmanuel Walker, and other members of the ministry.

In his message on the topic, “For God So Loved The World,” Pastor Asante drew from John 3:16 to remind inmates that God’s love extends to all humanity, regardless of their past or present circumstances. He explained that no offence or mistake places a person beyond the reach of divine grace and that a genuine encounter with Christ can transform lives and give a fresh start.

The team also interacted with the inmates, listened to their concerns, prayed with them and offered words of encouragement. Through the preaching of the Word and personal evangelism, 18 inmates responded to the altar call and gave their lives to Christ.

The team encouraged the new converts to hold on to their faith and assured them of continued visits, prayers and support from the church.

As part of the visit, the church presented donations including food items, toiletries, water and clothing, valued at about GH₵8,000, to support the welfare of the inmates.

The donation was received by DSP Seth Owusu, on behalf of the inmates.

The outreach reaffirms the Kasoa District’s commitment to taking the gospel beyond the walls of the church auditorium to where hope is needed most, demonstrating that no one is beyond the reach of God’s love and grace.

Report by Kasoa District Evangelism Ministry Media Team

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New Pensions Board Commissioned

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The General Secretary of The Church of Pentecost, Apostle Samuel Gyau Obuobi, has commissioned a new Pensions Board of the Church, with Apostle David Amankwah as Chairman.

The commissioning ceremony, held at the Church’s General Headquarters on Tuesday, September 22, 2026, marked the transition from the leadership of Apostle John Appiah Edu, who served as Chairman of the Pensions Board for 14 years.

Speaking at the ceremony, Apostle Obuobi commended Apostle John Appiah Aidoo for his dedicated service and contribution to the administration of the Church’s pension arrangement and the welfare of its retirees.

He said the outgoing Chairman’s tenure had been characterised by commitment, diligence and prudent stewardship, noting that the progress recorded by the Board was also the result of the collective efforts of its members.

Apostle Obuobi charged the newly constituted Board to uphold the highest standards of integrity, accountability, prudent management and sound governance in the administration and investment of pension funds.

He said the funds entrusted to the Board represented the future security and welfare of people who had served the Church faithfully over the years.

The General Secretary also urged the new leadership to pay greater attention to the welfare of retirees, particularly through health education and the promotion of healthy lifestyles.

He encouraged the Board to ensure that retirees were treated with dignity, honour and appreciation, while their concerns were addressed promptly and respectfully.

Apostle Obuobi further called on the Board to embrace innovation in investment, service delivery, communication, digitalisation and retirement support, while ensuring that such initiatives remained consistent with sound governance and prudent financial management.

He reminded the new leadership that it was not starting from scratch, but was taking over a foundation laid by previous Pensions Board leaders.

“Your task is to preserve what is good, strengthen what requires improvement, and introduce what is necessary for the future,” he said.

Responding to the charge, Apostle David Amankwah expressed appreciation for the confidence reposed in him and the other members of the new Board.

He acknowledged the contribution of the former Chairman and said the new leadership would rely on the grace of God as it builds on the foundation laid by its predecessors.

He appealed to members of the Church to continue supporting the Board with prayers as it takes up the responsibility.

“We are counting on the grace of God, and we plead that you continue to bear us up in prayer so that where our dear Apostle John Appiah Edu left off, we’ll build on that to the glory of God,” he said.

The General Secretary called for continued unity among members of the new Board and urged them to draw on their diverse professional backgrounds and expertise to strengthen the Church’s pension system.

He also expressed confidence in the new leadership and wished the Board success as it assumes responsibility for the continued development of the Church’s pension arrangements and the welfare of its retirees.

Apostle Amankwah expressed appreciation to the Leadership of the church on behalf of the bord for the opportunity to serve, while expressing hope that the Pensions Board would attain greater heights in the discharge of its responsibilities.

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Assin Foso Area Launches Area Squad Project To Rescue Lost Souls

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The Assin Foso Area of The Church of Pentecost has launched the Area Squad Project, an evangelistic initiative aimed at mobilising members to actively reach out to lost souls and support the Church’s 2026 Strategic Church Growth Plan.

The project was launched and the squads commissioned on Friday, September 4, 2026, at the Foso Station Central, under the auspices of the Area Head, Apostle Eric Asare.

The initiative forms part of the Church’s 800,000 Souls Project, a strategic vision of The Church of Pentecost launched by the Executive Council under the chairmanship of the Chairman, Apostle Dr Eric Nyamekye.

Speaking at the launch and commissioning service on the theme “Rescue the Lost” with reference from Luke 15:4–7, Apostle Eric Asare emphasised the responsibility of Christians to seek out those who have become disconnected from God.

He explained that God was concerned about every lost soul and had entrusted believers with the responsibility of becoming channels through which such people could be reached with the Gospel.

According to him, lost souls could be found in three broad settings described in Scripture as the wilderness, home and a far country. He contextualised these settings to include immediate surroundings, ghettos, marketplaces, business centres, offices, farmlands, schools and hospitals, among other places.

Commissioning the squads, Apostle Asare charged the members to go out boldly and win souls for Christ. He announced that every local assembly with more than 150 adult members was expected to form a squad of 10 members, with each member tasked to win at least three souls every month.

Assemblies with fewer than 150 adult members, he said, were expected to form squads of six members, with each member tasked to win at least one soul every month.

The Area Head stated that the project would run from September to December 2026, giving the squads a defined period within which to pursue their soulwinning targets.

The Area Evangelism Leader and conductor of the programme, Pastor Paul Atsu Dekaglo, reinforced the call for members to actively pursue lost souls, urging them to take a bold step of faith and “launch into the deep” in their evangelistic efforts.

A total of 287 squad members drawn from the various districts in the Assin Foso Area were prayed for and commissioned by the Area Head to undertake the assignment.

 intentional evangelism, soulwinning and discipleship, in line with the Church’s broader vision of reaching more people with the Gospel.

Report by Pastor Felix Brakatu

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Don’t Be Scared About The Future — Apostle Emmanuel Agyei Kwafo

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The Ho Area Head and Executive Council Member of The Church of Pentecost, Apostle Emmanuel Agyei Kwafo, has encouraged children not to be afraid of the future, assuring them that God has a great purpose for their lives.

He gave the assurance during the 2026 National Children’s Ministry Week climax service held at the PIWC-Ho on Sunday, September 13, 2026.

Addressing the children, Apostle Kwafo encouraged them to remain hopeful about their future, stressing that they would grow into professionals who would make meaningful contributions to the Church and society. “Don’t be scared about the future. It will be well with you. Better professionals will come out of you. You will not die,” he said.

He noted that although some parents were concerned about the future of their children, the Church had a responsibility to nurture and prepare the younger generation to remain rooted in Christ. “Some parents are frustrated about the future. They think that the children will mess up in future. I assure you that you will remain in the Church with a better future,” he said.

According to him, children represented one of the most important investments the Church could make for its future. “If there is any investment we have to make as a Church, it is the children,” he stated.

Apostle Kwafo also challenged parents to desire that their children would surpass them in character, achievements and spiritual growth. “A parent who doesn’t want the child to be better than them has a challenge. Your children should always be better than their parents,” he said, adding that the future of The Church of Pentecost should be greater than its past.

He further encouraged the children to see themselves as future agents of transformation, particularly in addressing challenges confronting Ghana and the African continent. “The glory of the Church and the nation is in you. You are the ones that will drive corruption from Africa and give Ghana hope. It will be well with you,” he told them.

The colourful climax service featured various activities by the children, who participated in presentations and Scripture-based activities as they celebrated God and demonstrated their understanding of the Word.

The 2026 National Children’s Ministry Week climax at PIWC-Ho brought together children, parents, church leaders and other members of the congregation to celebrate the ministry and highlight the important role of children in the future of the Church.

Report by Enyonam Adjorlolo Dormevenu, Ho

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Twifo Praso Area Musicians Trained In Music Ministry And Mission

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Musicians in the Twifo Praso Area of The Church of Pentecost have undergone a one-day training programme aimed at equipping them with the theological understanding and practical skills needed to make music an effective tool for worship, mission and evangelism.

The training, organised in line with a programme by the National Music Committee, was held on Saturday, September 12, 2026, at the Twifo Praso Asikafo Assembly Auditorium.

Pastor Seth Offei Badu, a member of the National Music Committee, served as the guest facilitator, while Pastor Isaiah Katakyi chaired the programme on behalf of the Area Head, Apostle Lawrence Otu-Nyarko.

Held on the theme, “Worshipping God in Spirit and Truth” (John 4:23–24), the programme sought to help participants appreciate the theological basis of music in mission, explore music as a tool for evangelism, and understand the importance of contextual worship within Ghanaian and global settings.

It also focused on the music model of The Church of Pentecost, practical skills for effective music ministry, and strategic and policy-oriented thinking at various levels of the Church.

Topics treated included “Harnessing Music for Mission,” “Theological, Cultural and Practical Framework for Church Transformation,” “Effective Music Ministry in the Church,” and “The Music Leader as a Spiritual Leader.”

Speaking on the topic, “When Sound Becomes Ministry” (2 Chronicles 5:13), the Twifo Hemang District Pastor, Rev. James McKeown Safo, emphasised the importance of spiritual preparation in music ministry.

He explained that God was interested in quality sound when it came from musicians who had sanctified themselves and dedicated their lives to Him and His service.

Rev. McKeown Safo therefore encouraged the musicians to remain prayerful and spiritually prepared so that their collective sound would be pleasing to God.

He further cautioned them against using church programmes as platforms to display their equipment, talents and skills, stressing that their primary responsibility was to serve God and humanity.

“Listen to the congregation as well as one another during church service, and learn to protect the pulpit by avoiding unnecessary noise so as to help hold impactful activities in the church,” he said.

The main facilitators included Pastor Seth Offei Badu and the Area Music Committee Leader, Pastor Michael Osei.

The programme was attended by the Area Secretary, Pastor Paul Mensah; pastors in the Area and their spouses; Assistant Area Music Committee Leader, Elder Joshua Impraim; and other leaders and participants.

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Master Gideon Cobbinah Wins 2026 Preacher Kid

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Master Gideon Cobbinah of the Takoradi Area has emerged winner of the 2026 edition of The Church of Pentecost Children’s Ministry’s Preacher Kid competition, held on Sunday, September 20, 2026, at the PIWC Atomic Auditorium in Accra.

The grand finale brought together five young preachers who had successfully progressed through the various stages of the annual competition to battle for the ultimate prize.

The finalists were Benaiah Kobby Mensah of Bolgatanga, Nana Ama Nyameye Nkrumah Gyapong of Dansoman, Gideon Cobbinah of Takoradi, Loida Onyimah Quofi Boame of Nkwanta, and Afia Aseda Antwi of Sunyani.

The Preacher Kid competition, which begins at the local assembly level and progresses through the District, Area, Regional and Zonal levels before culminating in the national grand finale, is designed to nurture children in the study and practical application of the Word of God through preaching.

At this year’s grand finale, the contestants delivered two messages: one based on The Church of Pentecost’s 2026 theme and another drawn from any of the approved sub-themes.

After the presentations and assessment, Master Gideon Cobbinah was adjudged the overall winner.

He received a television set, a hamper, certificate, medal and cash prize for his outstanding performance.

Miss Afia Aseda Antwi of Sunyani placed first runner-up, followed by Nana Ama Nyameye Nkrumah Gyapong of Dansoman as second runner-up, Loida Onyimah Quofi Boame of Nkwanta as third runner-up, and Master Benaiah Kobby Mensah of Bolga as fourth runner-up.

The event was attended by the Patron of the Children’s Ministry, Prophet David Kankam Beditor, and his wife; Apostle Boakye Agyarko, Haatso Area Head, who represented the General Secretary; Apostle Daniel Sey, Dansoman Area Head; Pastor Samuel Avornyo, Children’s Ministry Director, and his wife; Elder Lawyer Alfred Aidoo, Deputy Director; members of the National Executive Committee of the Children’s Ministry, and other invited guests.

The competition continues to provide a platform for children across The Church of Pentecost to develop their knowledge of Scripture, confidence in public speaking and ability to communicate biblical truths effectively.

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Twifo Praso Area Evangelism Ministry Holds Strategic Soul-Winning Seminar

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The Evangelism Ministry of The Church of Pentecost, in collaboration with the Schools Outreach Ministry of the Twifo Praso Area, has organised a Strategic Soul-Winning Seminar to equip members to intensify evangelism and discipleship across the Area.

The programme, spearheaded by the Area Head, Apostle Lawrence Otu-Nyarko, was organised at the zonal level for Presiding Elders, Gospel Heralds, Ministry Leaders, Home Cell Leaders and Bible Study Leaders.

The Twifo Praso Zone seminar was held on Thursday, September 10, 2026, at the Praso Asikafo Assembly auditorium.

Addressing participants, the Area Evangelism Ministry Leader, Pastor Frank Larbi, called on members to embrace the Church’s vision of winning 800,000 souls for Christ by the end of 2026.

He emphasised that soulwinning was the responsibility of every believer and urged participants to engage in strategic and intentional evangelism, not only to win souls but also to disciple new converts until they become committed disciples of Jesus Christ.

The participants were equipped with practical strategies for evangelising in schools, engaging people through personal evangelism, planting churches and retaining new converts by effectively “closing the back door.”

They were also encouraged to make effective use of the Church’s soulwinning resources, including Get Ready to Win Souls, One Minute Witness Booklet, The Four Spiritual Laws and The Assurance of Salvation Document.

Facilitators included Pastor Frank Larbi, Area Evangelism Ministry Leader; Elder Michael Amankwah, Assistant Area Evangelism Ministry Leader; and Elder Joseph Owusu Tieku, Assistant Area Schools Outreach Ministry Coordinator, among others.

As part of the programme, the Area launched the Schools Outreach Ministry’s Discipleship Manual Facilitator’s Guide, designed to support effective discipleship among students reached through school evangelism.

Also present were the Area Schools Outreach Ministry Coordinator, Probationary Overseer Eric Tandoh; Area Women’s Ministry Leader, Deaconess Agnes Donkoh; and other leaders and dignitaries.

The seminar formed part of efforts by the Twifo Praso Area to mobilise and equip members for more intentional soulwinning, discipleship and church growth.

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Twifo Praso Youth Hold Picnic Ahead Of National Youth Week

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The Youth Ministry of The Church of Pentecost in the Twifo Praso District, has held an impactful youth picnic as part of activities leading up to the 2026 National Youth Week Celebration.

The event, held on Saturday, September 5, 2026, at the Twifo Praso Senior High School, brought together young people for a day of fellowship, recreation, learning and spiritual renewal.

The programme featured team-building activities, including group formations, leadership selection and an interactive session dubbed “What Do You Know About Your Friend?” Participants also engaged in traditional Ghanaian games, an aerobics session, dancing activities and other recreational exercises.

A major highlight of the picnic was an educative session on “Evangelism Through Media” delivered by Elder Eric Sarpong.

Elder Sarpong encouraged the youth to leverage digital platforms to spread the Gospel, stressing that social media has become an integral part of the lives of young people.

He urged them to share testimonies, create short Bible-based videos and identify appropriate digital platforms for communicating the Gospel.

He, however, cautioned the youth against spreading false information and creating messages they could not adequately explain. He also advised them to maintain a healthy balance in their screen time.

The youth also received career and personal development guidance from Madam Aba Dorothy, who spoke on the topic “After School, What Next?”

She identified paid employment and entrepreneurship as two major pathways young people could pursue after school, noting that both could be achieved through further education and skills development.

Madam Dorothy encouraged the youth to set SMART goals—Specific, Measurable, Attainable, Realistic and Time-bound—and cultivate attributes such as diligence, resilience, teachability and a willingness to serve.

She further urged them to invest in personal development, read widely, upgrade their skills and respect everyone irrespective of their social or economic status.

The picnic concluded with various fun activities, including “Apple Bites and Toss and Eat,” followed by a powerful Holy Ghost prayer session led by the District Pastor, Pastor Frank Larbi.

The programme was attended by Pastor Frank Larbi and his wife, Mrs Abigail Larbi; Pastor Jonathan Oman and his wife; Deaconess Abigail Appiah, Area Assistant Women’s Ministry Leader; Elder Nathaniel Kwame Fio; Elder Joseph Owusu Tieku, District Youth Leader; Deaconess Gloria Adupong; Elder Joshua Impraim; Elder Timothy; Deacon Stephen; and other youth executives.

The event served as both a recreational and spiritual platform to prepare the youth to actively participate in the National Youth Week Celebration and to challenge them to make Christ known in their schools, online spaces and communities.

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Only Jesus Can Save – Apostle Appiah Declares At Kaneshie For Christ Crusade web

Only Jesus Can Save – Apostle Appiah Declares At Kaneshie For Christ Crusade

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The Evangelism Director of The Church of Pentecost, Apostle Emmanuel Kwesi Appiah, has declared that true salvation cannot be found in religious systems, human efforts or spiritual substitutes, but in Jesus Christ alone.

Preaching on the theme, “Only Jesus Can Save,” on the second day of the Kaneshie for Christ Crusade, Apostle Appiah lamented the growing tendency of people to seek security, deliverance and fulfilment from various sources while overlooking the One whom God has provided as the Saviour of the world.

According to him, many people spend their lives moving from one place to another in search of answers, joining groups, consulting spiritual powers and pursuing different paths in the hope of finding peace and salvation. Yet, he stressed, the answer they seek is found only in Jesus Christ.

“Many are running from place to place in search of salvation. Some have joined all kinds of groups in an attempt to find security, while others are worshipping different deities to obtain salvation. But salvation is found in only one person, and that person is Jesus Christ,” he declared.

Drawing from John 3:16, Apostle Appiah explained that God’s greatest expression of love for humanity was the gift of His Son, Jesus Christ, so that everyone who believes in Him might have eternal life. He further referenced John 3:36, emphasising that faith in Christ brings life, while rejecting Him leaves one separated from God.

Speaking with conviction, the Evangelism Director underscored that Jesus Christ is the only One appointed by God to save humanity. There is no alternative pathway to salvation, he noted, because God has exalted the name of Jesus above every other name.

“There is no other name given to men that can save them. That name is Jesus,” he affirmed.

To illustrate the transforming power of Christ, Apostle Appiah recounted the story of the lame man at the Beautiful Gate in Acts 3. The man had stretched out his hand expecting financial assistance from Peter and John, but what he received was far greater. In the name of Jesus Christ, he found healing, restoration and a new beginning.

The Evangelism Director described how Peter told the man that he had neither silver nor gold, but would give him what he possessed. Commanding him in the name of Jesus Christ of Nazareth to rise and walk, Peter and John witnessed a miracle that left the man walking, leaping and praising God in the temple courts.

Apostle Appiah also stated that Jesus is the “cornerstone” spoken of in Scripture, the Stone once rejected but now exalted. He urged believers never to shift Christ from the centre of their faith, lives and witness.

Outlining why Jesus remains humanity’s only hope of salvation, he noted that Christ is the sole mediator between God and mankind, the One who died for the sins of the world, rose triumphantly from the grave and lives forevermore. He added that Jesus demonstrated authority over nature and ultimately gave His life as a ransom for humanity’s redemption.

In a heartfelt call to commitment, he invited all present to embrace Jesus Christ, describing Him as the Saviour who died, rose again and remains alive today.

“Keep your eyes on Jesus. He is the One who can lift you up. He died, He rose again, and He is still living. Therefore, accept Jesus. He alone can save,” he concluded.

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Raise Them As Priests First — Children’s Ministry Director Charges Parents

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The Director of the Children’s Ministry of The Church of Pentecost, Pastor Samuel Avornyo, has charged parents to prioritise raising their children as priests of God before pursuing professional ambitions for them.

He made the call when the Children’s Week train moved to the Bogoso Area of the Church on Thursday, September 10, 2026, bringing together children and adults from the four Intra-Town Districts. The service recorded an attendance of about 514 participants.

Speaking on the theme, “Raising and Unleashing the Next Generation in Priestly Garments,” Pastor Avornyo said priesthood was central to God’s purpose for His people, as He calls them to belong to Him, serve Him and declare His oracles to the world.

Drawing from Exodus 28, he explained that just as God called Aaron and his sons to serve as priests, believers, including children, are called to serve God and represent Him in their generation.

Pastor Avornyo cautioned that the Church’s “Possessing the Nations” agenda could become a mirage if children were not deliberately trained, equipped and prepared to take their place in God’s agenda. He therefore urged parents to give their children a strong identity in Christ and train them to live righteous lives as they navigate a world filled with diverse forms of evil.

He emphasised that children who are raised in the ways of the Lord would be better equipped to withstand worldly pressures and remain faithful to God, regardless of the professions they eventually pursue.

At the service, Pastor Avornyo also launched the Operation Hi 5 Agenda, a Children’s Week initiative aimed at winning 90,000 children for Christ. The campaign seeks to mobilise at least five children from every local assembly during the one-week Children’s Week observance.

The initiative forms part of the Children’s Ministry’s broader effort to reach, disciple and unleash the next generation for kingdom impact.

Present at the service were the Bogoso Area Head, Apostle Frimpong Manso; the Area Children’s Ministry Leader, Pastor Samuel Adwomfo; other ministers and their wives, Children’s Workers, children and members of the Church.

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