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The Finance and Administration Director (FAD) of The Church of Pentecost, Pastor Emmanuel Appah, has emphasised that effective financial administration and management remain crucial to advancing the Church’s mission of transforming nations.

He made this assertion today [February 19, 2026] during a presentation on “Financial Administration and Management” at the Conférence des Ministres et Épouses (CME-Francophone) held at the Palais des Congrès de Lomé.

According to him, the Church’s vision of possessing nations requires strong financial systems capable of generating, mobilising, and prudently managing resources.

“The quest to possess the nations demands that we raise the needed financial resources to support the vision,” he stated.

Pastor Appah explained that while the Bible mandates the Church to lead people to Christ and disciple them, it does not prescribe specific operational structures, giving denominations the liberty to develop systems that support their mission.

He noted that one of the key strengths of The Church of Pentecost is its unique and Spirit-inspired financial structures, which have contributed significantly to its growth and impact.

He stressed that effective financial administration involves revenue generation, resource mobilisation, expenditure management, and the planning and control of finances to achieve organisational objectives.

He urged ministers to ensure proper financial planning by preparing budgets for every operational year and implementing sound financial controls.

According to him, careful planning of income and expenditure streams enables the Church to meet its objectives and sustain its mission.

He further encouraged ministers to ensure prudent and judicious use of church funds.

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The Ashaiman Area of The Church of Pentecost kicked off its highly anticipated ‘Ashaiman for Christ Crusade’ at Lazio Park in Zenu on Wednesday evening with a compelling message from the former Missions Director, Apostle Emmanuel Gyesi-Addo (Retd), who preached passionately on the crusade theme: “Jesus Came to Seek and to Save the Lost.”

Apostle Gyesi-Addo disclosed that Jesus’ coming into the world was intentional, purposeful, and redemptive. Quoting Luke 19:10, he stated that Scripture consistently reveals one central truth: ‘there is one Man who came to earth with a mission to seek and save the lost.’

The former Missions Director stated that being lost it is not only about physical disorientation. He explained that a person can be surrounded by family, living in their own home, and still be lost. Being lost can mean losing direction, losing hope, or losing a sense of belonging because of past mistakes. Drawing on the parable of the prodigal son, he illustrated the plight of one who squanders opportunities, destroys dignity, and feels unworthy to return home. Yet, like the father of the prodigal son, God eagerly anticipates the return of every lost soul, saying, “When you are lost, you cannot find yourself unless someone comes looking for you. Jesus came to seek and save the lost.”

Turning to John 5:1–9, he recounted the story of the Pool of Bethesda, where people waited for healing, hoping for the stirring of the waters. Yet, the miracle occurred for only one person at a time, revealing the limitations of human solutions. He explained that systems, people, and even extraordinary events have boundaries, but Jesus operates beyond all limitations, offering life freely and abundantly. The man crippled for thirty-eight years, who had exhausted every human help, became the perfect illustration of Jesus’ power to intervene at the point of hopelessness.

He indicated that Jesus meets people at their limits, where human strength and resources have run dry, reminding the people that Jesus sees beyond physical ailments to the deeper issue of the soul.

Reflecting on the universal truth that all have sinned and fallen short of the glory of God, Apostle Gyesi-Addo urged those without Jesus to recognise their spiritual lostness, regardless of their comfort, social status, or physical surroundings. He assured them of hope in Christ is life, freely offered to all who are willing to receive it.

Concluding his sermon, Apostle Emmanuel Gyesi-Addo (Retd) made a heartfelt appeal to those burdened by sin, despair, or hopelessness.

“Just as the crippled man rose after decades of suffering, anyone who encounters Jesus can rise from the weight of life’s challenges,” he declared.

He encouraged the people not to allow doubt, past mistakes, or opposition to hinder their encounter with Christ.

Report by Eunice Ayisi Asare

The Conférence des Ministres et Épouses (CME-Francophone), being organised under the auspices of the Missions Office of The Church of Pentecost, has officially commenced today [February 18, 2026] at the Palais des Congrès de Lomé in Togo, following months of intense prayer, careful planning, and thorough preparation.

The conference, a special gathering of ministers and wives from French-speaking nations, has drawn participants from Côte d’Ivoire, Congo Brazzaville, Gabon, Mali, Cameroon, Burkina Faso, and several other countries. Ministers in the diaspora are also participating virtually, reflecting the global scope of the event.

The opening session was attended by heads of churches, government officials, and traditional leaders, highlighting the significance of the gathering within both religious and national contexts.

In his keynote address, the Chairman of The Church of Pentecost, Apostle Eric Nyamekye, urged participants to remain committed to the church’s mandate of transforming society through the power of the Holy Spirit.

He emphasised that the Church’s theme, “The Church Unleashed to Transform Society through the Gospel and Power of the Holy Spirit,” which is also the theme for the conference, is not merely a slogan but a divine call to action.

“It is a clarion call that reinforces our mandate to move out of our institutional comfort zones—our church buildings and auditoriums—and actively engage the world,” he said, explaining that the vision calls for a church that is unleashed into the marketplaces: the political arenas, educational institutions, and media spaces of the Francophone world.

Apostle Nyamekye encouraged ministers to localise the vision and ensure its impact at the grassroots level.

“You are catalysts to translate this vision into the local assembly, ensuring that every member becomes an agent of transformation in society.”

He further cautioned against losing the church’s spiritual identity, urging leaders to remain anchored in their Pentecostal heritage.

“In an age of theological dilution and unguided prophetism, we must never lose the distinctives that have made The Church of Pentecost what it is: our devotion to prayer, the centrality of the Word, and the authentic move of the Holy Spirit,” he said.

The Chairman also called for holiness, simplicity, and the supernatural, noting that the changing challenges of the world require a strong and responsive spiritual approach.

Delivering remarks at the session, the Missions Director of The Church of Pentecost, Apostle Emmanuel Agyemang Bekoe, expressed joy over the gathering and encouraged participants to embrace unity and mutual support throughout the conference.

“It is a joy to gather in Lomé with one heart as brothers and sisters. We believe the Spirit of God will unite us,” he stated.

He urged participants to see one another as fellow workers in God’s vineyard, encouraging them to build each other up and remain open to God’s leading.

“Let us raise each other up in this conference and allow God to be God. Open up and drink deep,” he said.

The CME-Francophone conference, a second of its kind, is expected to provide a platform for spiritual renewal, leadership development, and strengthened mission work across French-speaking nations, as ministers seek fresh empowerment to advance the church’s global vision.

The event continues with teaching sessions, prayers, and strategic discussions aimed at equipping leaders to impact their communities and nations through the gospel.

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