Techiman Area Pastorate Celebrates Their Wives web

Techiman Area Pastorate Celebrates Their Wives

Ministers in the Techiman Area of The Church of Pentecost organized a special surprise get-together event to honor their wives and appreciate them for their tremendous support in the work of ministry.

The event, held on Thursday, December 28, 2023, as part of the Christmas festivities, was initiated by the Area Head, Apostle Isaac Nii Kotei Djani, who also serves as an Executive Council Member of the Church.

Determined to give their spouses a special treat, the ministers relieved them of their “kitchen roles” and took up cooking responsibilities by preparing various sumptuous meals, such as fufu, fried rice, Jollof rice, “Apreprensa,” and “Ɛtɔ,” for their better halves.

The event took place at the Techiman Area Mission House and featured intriguing moments of games, including Oware, Ludo, Cards, and Draft.

As part of the event, the ministers presented a love message to the ministers’ wives to acknowledge the significant role they play in their lives.

Some portions of the message read, “You are our shock absorbers; you soak every pressure and get us going!” and “God and good wives are the most important needs to us. Thank you, our wives.”

Climaxing it all, each minister presented a surprise envelope containing an undisclosed cash amount to their wife as a way of expressing gratitude to them.

The pastorate was very grateful to Apostle Isaac Nii Kotei Djani for conceiving this vision and helping to make it a reality.

Present at the event were Mrs. Mary Kotei Djani (Wife of the Area Head), Elder Appiah Agyarko (Area Deacon), and Deaconess Florence Ankomah (Area Women’s Ministry Leader).

Report by Techiman Area Media Team

Pokukrom District Holds 6th Football Gala web

Pokukrom District Holds 6th Football Gala

The Pokukrom District in the Duayaw Nkwanta Area of The Church of Pentecost has organised a football gala for 16 local assemblies of the church in the district.

The 6th annual football competition took place from Wednesday, 27th to Thursday, 28th December 2023, at Amangoase football field.

At the end of the competition, Amangoase local assembly emerged as the winner, taking home the ultimate prize, while Nyamebekyere and Mmofra assemblies grabbed the second and third positions, respectively.

The District Minister, Pastor Isaac Kwabena Twumasi Ankrah, and his District Executive Committee Members presented the prizes of medals and the trophy to the winners.

Pastor Twumasi Ankrah thanked God for a successful event. He also commended the Area Head, Prophet Fred Antwi, and his wife, Queenzy, for their prayers and directives while highlighting the support of the 16 presiding elders towards the competition.

Report by Pastor Isaac Kwabena Twumasi Ankrah

HUM Organises First Edition Of Vulnerable Kids Camp Meeting web

HUM Organises First Edition Of Vulnerable Kids Camp

The Home and Urban Missions (HUM) of The Church of Pentecost is undertaking the first-ever national camp meeting for vulnerable children within marginalised communities, including slums and ghettos.

This novelty aims to impart the principles of Christ to over five hundred children, providing them with a nurturing environment.

The camp meeting commenced with the official opening by Apostle Emmanuel Agyei, the National Coordinator of Home and Urban Missions, on Wednesday, December 27, 2023, at the Pentecost Convention Centre in Gomoa-Fetteh.

The event drew participation from approximately three hundred vulnerable kids representing eight areas in the Greater Accra, Eastern Region, and certain parts of the Central Region.

During his address to the participants, Apostle Emmanuel Agyei Kwafo shared his personal journey from the slums and emphasized how divine transformation through the church and its teachings shaped his life.

He urged all children present to submit themselves to the authority of God through the teachings and activities conducted at the camp.

Apostle Emmanuel Agyei Kwafo assured the children that they would experience the love of Christ during their time at the camp, and their lives would be profoundly impacted.

Taking a moment to pray for the children, he beseeched God to elevate them to the level of greatness desired by God, bringing honor to their nation, families, and the church at large.

Report by HUM Media

Mr. Johnson Asare Is 2023 Best Christian Sound Engineer web

Mr. Johnson Asare Is 2023 Best Christian Sound Engineer

Mr. Johnson Kofi Asare of Mount Olives Worship Centre of The Church of Pentecost took home the Best Christian Sound Engineer of the Year award at the recently held Praise Achievement Awards ceremony.

The event, marking only its second edition, unfolded at the grandeur of the Royal House Chapel International, known as The Oil Dome, and drew in a distinguished assembly of luminaries from the Christian fraternity.

Mr. Johnson Asare, who works with Upswing Music and also serves as CEO of Wavesonic Studios, is renowned for his exceptional work ethic and impeccable sound engineering experience.

He has been the driving force behind the sound engineering at major events of The Church of Pentecost held at The Pentecost Convention Center.

Armed with a BSc in Information Technology from Pentecost University, Mr. Asare seamlessly blends his technical expertise with a passion for his craft, making him a standout professional in the field.

The Praise Achievement Awards not only recognised Mr. Johnson Kofi Asare’s outstanding contributions to Christian sound engineering but also celebrated his unwavering dedication and talent that resonate across the Christian community.

Report by Mt Olives Worship Centre Media Team

Tema Area Head Organises Christmas Party For Ministers' Children web

Tema Area Head Organises Christmas Party For Ministers’ Children

About 120 ministers’ children of the Tema Area of The Church of Pentecost were treated to good food, drinks and music at an end-of-year party organised by the Area Head and his wife, Apostle Emmanuel and Mrs Rosina Ankra-Badu.

The event took place on Wednesday, December 27, 2023, at the First Star Academy International School in Tema Community 11.

As part of his address, Apostle Ankra-Badu encouraged them to work hard in their academic pursuits to take up leadership roles in society. He prayed for them and wished them well in the coming year.

The Area Women’s Ministry Leader, Deaconess Charity Kuwornu, gave a talk on building positive self-esteem. 

There were outdoor games such as football and basketball inter-zonal competitions as side attractions. 

Report by Area Media Team.

Elder Edward Bodua Adjudged Best PURC Regional Manager For Second Consecutive Time web

Elder Edward Bodua Adjudged “Best PURC Regional Manager” For Second Consecutive Time

Elder Edward Kingstony Bodua, the Presiding Elder of Kamina Barracks Central Assembly in the Tamale Area of The Church of Pentecost, has been adjudged as the Overall Best Public Utilities Regulatory Commission (PURC) Regional Manager for the second year running.

Elder Bodua, who is the manager for the PURC Northern and Savannah Regional Office, took home the award during the company’s annual awards ceremony.

Elder Bodua did not only secure the individual recognition but also led his outfit to be crowned the “Best Performed Region” in 2023. This achievement follows his receipt of the same distinguished award in 2022, giving him the honour two consecutive times.

This prestigious award bestowed on Elder Bodua is recognition of the continued excellence and dedication demonstrated by him and his team in managing the affairs of the Northern and Savannah Regional Office for the year under review.

The PURC award is a yearly scheme aimed at acknowledging the best-performing workers across the regions of Ghana.

Quoting Psalm 127:1, Eld. Edward Bodua expressed gratitude to God, the PURC Management, and his hard-working team for their unwavering commitment to the objectives of the commission.

He extended the appreciation to the leadership of The Church of Pentecost for introducing the “Possessing the Nations” agenda, which has over the years encouraged members to endeavor to transform their spheres of influence with the values and principles of the Kingdom of God.

According to him, his alignment with the Church’s agenda has evidently contributed to the success of the Northern and Savannah Regional offices under his leadership.

Elder Edward Kingstony Bodua’s recognition as the Best Regional Manager has not only reflected positively on the Northern and Savannah Regional Office of the PURC but has also projected the values of The Church of Pentecost.

Report by Tamale Area Media Team.

Nazareth Assembly Youth Ministry Celebrates Boxing Day With Mamprobi Police Cell Inmates web

Nazareth Assembly Youth Ministry Celebrates Boxing Day With Mamprobi Police Cell Inmates

The Youth Ministry of the Nazareth Assembly in the Chemunaa District of The Church of Pentecost marked this year’s Boxing Day with the inmates at the Mamprobi Police Station in Accra.

Elder Emmanuel Bortsie, the Nazareth Assembly Youth Ministry Leader, along with Deacons Daniel Affum, his assistant, and Emmanuel Adu-Poku, the Assistant Evangelism Ministry Leader of the Assembly, led the Youth Ministry delegation to the police station.

The purpose of the visit was to share God’s love with the inmates and the police officers at the station, which is in fulfillment of Jesus’ command in Matthew 25:36-40.

Exhorting the inmates and officials present at the event, Deacon Emmanuel Adu Poku emphasised that the greatest gift is demonstrating love towards one another.

Deacon Poku highlighted the profound love of God in giving us His only begotten Son.

Expounding further, he referenced Romans 5:8, stating: “We were once in a state of despair and deprivation, but God sent His Son into the world so that through Him, our condition and status could be transformed.”

He further stated that God is ever-present to rescue humanity from any situation.

Drawing inspiration from Apostle Peter’s story in the Bible, he mentioned how Peter, too, faced challenges but was delivered through the church’s prayers.

Highlighting the contrasting intentions of the devil and Christ, he noted” “While the devil seeks to kill, steal, and destroy, Christ came to seek and save the lost. By surrendering your lives to God through His Son, you can embrace eternal life.”

Concluding the message, he reminded everyone of the true essence of Boxing Day: a time not for physical altercations but for expressing love and compassion.

An altar call by Elder Emmanuel Bortsie saw six inmates surrendering their lives to Christ.

As part of the visit  the team donated toilet rolls, gallons of liquid soap, bottled water, soft drinks, sachets of water and packaged food to the Station Commander in charge. 

The Mamprobi Police District Commander, Chief Yeeboah, received the relief items on behalf of the inmates and commended the church for their show of love. He also encouraged them to continue this act of benevolence.

 Report by Lawrence Nana Kwame Asiamah

Yennyawoso District Fetes Widows WEB

Yennyawoso District Fetes Widows

The Yennyawoso District in the New Tafo Area of The Church of Pentecost has put smiles on the faces of the widows in the district by giving them Christmas treats.

The act of benevolence, which took place on Sunday, December 24, 2023, during the climax of the 2023 Christmas Convention at the Redemption Assembly auditorium, was an initiative of the District Minister, Pastor Maxwell Adubofourh Asiedu.

Each of the 14 beneficiaries received a half piece of wax print and an unspecified amount of money.

Impressed by the kind gesture, the beneficiaries expressed their gratitude to God and the Church.

Report by Emmanuel Nana Nsiah

The Death Of Jesus Is Enough For Us – Apostle Nyamekye web

The Death Of Jesus Is Enough For Us – Apostle Nyamekye

“We should no longer fear death because Christ has broken the power of death and freed us. Jesus’ death for us is enough.”

These were the words of the Chairman of The Church of Pentecost, Apostle Eric Nyamekye, as he delivered a sermon on Sunday, December 24, 2023, at the Pentecost International Worship Centre (PIWC) Asokwa, Kumasi, during the climax of their 2023 Christmas convention.

Speaking on the topic, “The Virgin Birth,” the Chairman asserted that the essence of Christmas lies in the profound narratives of Jesus Christ’s incarnation and sacrificial death for humanity.

Highlighting the Christian faith’s distinctiveness, Apostle Nyamekye underscored the importance of two fundamental beliefs: the incarnation, signifying God becoming man, and the death and resurrection of Christ.

He emphasised that these tenets, encapsulated in the Christmas and Easter narratives, set Christianity apart from other religions.

Apostle Nyamekye stated: “Christmas and Easter separate Christianity from any other religion. It is in this simple gospel that we have come to faith. Christmas is a significant event in the life of Christians and Christianity.”

Addressing potential criticisms of Christmas, the Chairman, who doubles as the President of the Ghana Pentecostal and Charismatic Council (GPCC), urged Christians to celebrate the holiday fervently, rejecting objections based on its Christian foundation.

He remarked: “Let the whole world know that Jesus has purchased their salvation and that they must receive it by faith. No sinner in your home should die and go to hell because Jesus has paid their price. Tell them of the new arrangement of Christ, that He has purchased their salvation.”

Referencing Isaiah 7:14 and Matthew 1, Apostle Nyamekye elucidated the strategic nature of Jesus’ birth, pointing to compelling proofs of the virgin birth. He cited instances where Jesus referred to God as His father, never addressing Mary as His mother, and explicitly claiming to be the Son of God.

According to the Chairman, a crucial aspect of the virgin birth is its role in reversing the impact of sin on humanity.

Quoting John 6:39, he emphasised that Jesus came into the world to overturn the effects of sin uniquely, distinguishing His entrance from conventional human birth.

Further expounding on the importance of the virgin birth, Apostle Nyamekye explained its role in qualifying Jesus to be humanity’s High Priest, drawing from Hebrews 2:11-17. By sharing humanity’s experiences, Jesus broke the power of death, he stressed.

The Chairman highlighted the redemptive significance of Jesus’ death, citing Hebrews 9:22. He asserted that Jesus, through His sacrificial act, became the propitiation for sins, appeasing the wrath of God and securing salvation for believers.

The PIWC Askowa 2023 Christmas convention, which was held under the theme, “I bring You Good News (Luke 2:10),” began on Wednesday, December 20, 2023. Speakers included Apostle Peter Kofi Dzemekey (Asokwa Area Head), Apostle Prof. Joseph I. T. Buertey (Resident Minister, PIWC Asokwa) and Overseer Joshua Semador.

Present at the service included Mrs Mary Nyamekye, the wife of the Chairman, and Apostle Peter Kofi Dzamekey (Asokwa Area Head).

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Guard Your Name – Apostle Nyamekye To Politicians web

Guard Your Name – Apostle Nyamekye To Politicians

The President of the Ghana Pentecostal and Charismatic Council (GPCC) and Chairman of The Church of Pentecost, Apostle Eric Nyamekye, has urged parliamentarians and politicians in general to guard their names as their most important asset.

Apostle Nyamekye said this in an exhortation delivered at this year’s Nine Lessons and Carols, organised by the Parliament of Ghana. The event was held under the auspices of the Speaker of Parliament, Rt. Hon. Alban Sumana Kingsford Bagbin.

Speaking on the topic, “The Importance of Names,” he highlighted that a person’s identity is encapsulated in their name, serving as a container for all that they are.

He emphasised that a good name surpasses even material wealth, asserting that the name of Jesus, earned through the atonement, stands as a testament to the importance of a virtuous reputation.

Exploring the earned name of Jesus, Apostle Nyamekye expounded on the divine significance of Jesus’ atonement, which led to the bestowment of a name above all others.

Drawing parallels to human existence, he stressed the importance of individuals working to build and protect their names, ensuring a lasting legacy in society.

The GPCC President urged parliamentarians to prioritise a good name over political gains.

Quoting from Samuel 20:1, he stated the need to protect one’s identity.

He further highlighted the purchasing power of a good name, stating that it outlives the bearer and has the potential to influence others positively.

Apostle Nyamekye quoted Proverbs 22, reinforcing the message that one’s name is their most significant asset, deserving protection.

He cautioned against carelessness with one’s name and urged deliberate investment to preserve and enhance it.

The call to make great sacrifices and serve those entrusted to their care echoed through his references to Job 29:7 and Esther 10:2.

Apostle Nyamekye concluded his message by advising politicians and people of authority to live and work for the people.

Stressing the divine purpose of leadership, he asserted that by serving others, leaders would leave lasting legacies, ensuring that their names linger on in the hearts and minds of the people.

Apostle Eric Nyamekye was accompanied by his wife, Mrs Mary Nyamekye, and Apostle Samuel Gyau Obuobi, the General Secretary of The Church of Pentecost.

Present at the event were His Excellency Alhaji Dr Mahamudu Bawumia (Vice President of The Republic of Ghana), Her Ladyship Justice Gertrude Araba Esaaba Sackey Torkornoo (Chief Justice, The Republic of Ghana), Parliamentarians from both sides of the House and many other distinguished guests.

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