PENSA-UCC Undertakes Missions Outreach At Komenda web

PENSA-UCC Undertakes “Missions Outreach” At Komenda

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The University of Cape Coast branch of the Pentecost Students and Associates (PENSA-UCC), under the leadership of the Resident Campus Minister, Pastor Frank Akonnor, have embarked on a week-long missions outreach to proclaim the gospel and win souls for Christ in the Komenda District.

The outreach, dubbed “Gospel Across Boundaries” (GAB 2024), commenced on Tuesday, April 23, with about 150 students and will run until Sunday, April 28, 2024..

This year’s theme, “One Name, Jesus Christ,” is anchored on Acts 4:12, with a focus on proclaiming the simple message of the saving name of Jesus Christ to the unreached.

The outreach is hosted by the Komenda District Minister, Pastor Francis Achiah, and is expected to reach thousands of individuals in and around the Komenda community.

The PENSA-UCC team, comprising students, associates and alumni, will engage in evangelism, community service, and other activities to spread the love of Christ Jesus.

“Our goal is to share the transformative power of the gospel with the people of Komenda and beyond. We believe that the name of Jesus has the power to change lives, and we expect to see the great impact of this outreach”, Pastor Frank Akonnor revealed.

“These young people have been unleashed to reach out and win souls for Christ through evangelistic activities such as house-to-house, street evangelism, rallies, community/information center evangelism, and rallies”, he added.

The team has also expressed much anticipation for God to wrought signs and wonders to confirm His word.

“Gospel Across Boundaries” promises to reach the unreached and bring them to the saving knowledge of Christ.

Report by PENSA-UCC Secretariat Team

Tema Pentecost Preparatory School Gets Ultra Modern Library web

Tema Pentecost Preparatory School Gets Ultra Modern Library

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An ultramodern library block has been commissioned at the Pentecost Preparatory School (PPS) in Tema to enhance teaching and learning at the school.

The library project, which was commissioned on April 17, 2024, was the brainchild of the Pentecost Social Services (PENTSOS) Secretariat, in partnership with International Christian Ministry Book for Peace project.

Speaking at the ceremony, the Team Area Head of The Church of Pentecost, Apostle Emmanuel Ofei Ankra-Badu, affirmed his unwavering commitment to reposition the Pentecost Preparatory School (PPS), Tema as a citadel of knowledge and school of choice in the Tema Metro to achieve the unleashed agenda of the church through education.

Referencing Luke 24:1-12, Apostle Ankra-Badu gave a short exhortation on the significance of reading and the five levels of seeing.

The Director of PENTSOS, Elder Richard Amaning, in a short speech reiterated his firm resolution to establish 16 libraries in Pentecost Schools across the country this year.

The Country Director of ICM, Rev. K. Tutu, also intimated his resolve to place a book in the hand of every Ghanaian child as his contribution to ameliorating the dwindling educational fortunes in the country.

Speaking on behalf of the staff and pupils of the school, the Headmaster of PPS – Tema, Tema, Elder Martin Odoi, expressed his deepest appreciation to all who contributed towards the realization of the library project and promised to make the maximum use of it.

The occasion was graced by the Deputy Director of Finance and Administration-Tema Metro Education Directorate, officials of PENTSOS Secretariat, the Headmasters of Madina and Ashiaman PPSs, Pastor Sampson  Dzefe of Community One District and Pastor Jonathan Amoakwa of Community Twelve District of The Church of Pentecost.

PIWC-Obuasi Organises “Daughters Of Zion” Conference web

PIWC-Obuasi Organises “Daughters Of Zion” Conference

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The Virtuous Ladies wing under the Women’s Ministry of the Pentecost International Worship Centre (PIWC), Obuasi, organised a six-day programme for young ladies, dubbed the “Daughters of Zion” (DOZ) Conference.

The programme, held from Tuesday, March 19 to 25, 2024, brought together ladies with a special interest in women’s affairs, including non-members, to equip them as agents of transformation in their spheres. The participants attended with official outfits, which was the dress code for the evening.

The event commenced with an intense worship and praise session, after which the Resident Minister, Pastor Samuel Addo Annor, spoke on the topic “Daughters of Zion, Unleashed to Transform their World, Famous, Yet Eager for Divine Wisdom.”

On the second day, members adorned outfits with flamboyant colours, which portrayed the colours of their temperaments. Mrs. Andria Blessed Annor spoke extensively on the topic “The Home as an Equipping Centre.”

Mrs. Keizia Agyare took her turn on the third day and enlightened participants on the topic “The Unleashed Woman and Her Finances.” The dress code for the event, which was mainly interactive, was smart casual wear.

The DOZ conference took a cultural turn on the fourth day, as participants attended the service robed in brightly coloured African prints, beaded bracelets, and necklaces. Deaconess Mrs. Regina Boamah spoke on the topic “The Lady, Her Lover, and Her Lord” during the service.

The ministry organised an outreach to the St Jude Hospital, Obuasi-Bedieso, where they evangelised to patients and staff and also donated some items, including bedsheets, disinfectants, bleach, toilet rolls, and others, to support the hospital.

The conference was climaxed on Sunday, March 24, 2024, as the Church received the visitation of the Area Head, Prophet David Kankam Beditor. He spoke on the topic “Unleashed Deborah to Transform Her World.”

Report by PIWC Obuasi Media.

Apostle Dr. Samuel Gakpetor Dedicates Emmanuel Assembly Church Building web

Apostle Dr. Samuel Gakpetor Dedicates Emmanuel Assembly Church Building

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The Agormanya Area Head of The Church of Pentecost, Apostle Dr. Samuel Kojo Gakpetor, has dedicated the newly-constructed church building of Emmanuel Assembly in the Asutsuare District of The Church of Pentecost.

The building, funded through the Community Based Church Building (CBCB) grant from the Church’s Headquarters, was dedicated on Sunday, 14th April 2024.

Apostle Dr. Gakpetor was assisted by the Asutsuare District Minister, Pastor Joseph Kojo Mensah, and some ministers in the Agormanya Area, including Pastor Theodore Ashia, former Area Secretary, and Pastor Jacob Kwakye Frimpong, Area Executive member.

Also present were Mrs. Grace Gakpetor (Wife of the Agormanaya Area Head), ministers’ wives, as well as some officers in the Agormanya Area.

Speaking at the event, Apostle Dr. Gakpetor, who is also the Coordinator of the National Discipleship and Leadership Development Committee (NDLDC), acknowledged all those who have generously contributed to the project since 2013.

He noted that while having a beautiful edifice is good, it is equally important for the worshippers to be holy, emphasizing that sin is a reproach and brings destruction.

Expounding on the topic “Breaking the Barriers of Reaching Out to All People” with reference to John 4:7, 10-24, he explained that just as Jesus broke barriers and spoke to the Samaritan woman, Christians must also break all barriers and spread the gospel to all creatures.

He cautioned against tribalism in the Church, emphasizing that through Christ, all have been made one.

“Jesus broke religious, social, and cultural stereotypes in order to minister to the Samaritan woman, as a result, the Samaritan woman became a blessing to her community.

“When we break barriers and minister to such neglected people, they become the vessels through which the gospel reaches their kind. The fact that God loves everyone should motivate us to reach all manner of persons with the gospel without prejudice,” he stressed.

He urged the gathering to use the edifice for its intended purpose, as a place where they would come for strength and receive godly teachings to impact their communities and preach the gospel.

The Emmanuel Assembly church building project also received a grant from the Agormanya Area and offerings raised by the Local Assembly.

Report by Agormanya Area Media Team.

Women's Ministry Director Makes Historic Visit to Hometown web

Women’s Ministry Director Makes Historic Visit to Hometown

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Deaconess Philomina Mireku, the Women’s Ministry Director of The Church of Pentecost, made a significant visit to her hometown, Gomoa Dawurampong, in the Central Region during her two-day working trip to the Winneba Area.

At the Dawurampong Central Assembly auditorium, she met with the districts in the Dawurampong zone.

Delivering a message titled “The Unleashed Woman: Casting All Her Burdens Unto the Lord” (1 Pet 2:9-10; 5:7), she encouraged women to entrust all their burdens, including marital, health, and financial struggles, to the Lord.

After the service, Deaconess Philomina Mireku visited her maternal and paternal family members, offering support and encouragement.

She urged her family to maintain their faith and commitment to serving the Lord.

Pastor Richard Atobrah (Campus Minister, PENSA-UEW) prayed for the family, while Apostle Daniel Tackie (Area Head, Winneba) offered blessings.

Deaconess Philomina Mireku was accompanied by Apostle Daniel Tackie (Area Head, Winneba), Deaconess Vivian Amfo (Deputy Director), and Mrs. Comfort Quampah (an executive member).

The gathering also included a cross-section of ministers and Area Women Ministry leadership, highlighting the significance of the occasion in fostering spiritual connections within the community.

Report by Pastor Emmanuel Foster Asamoah

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Agotime Afegame Church Building Dedicated

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The Agotime Afegame church building in the Ho Area Head of The Church of Pentecost has been dedicated to the glory of God.

The dedication service, which took place on Friday, April 12, 2024, was officiated by Apostle Dr. Dela Quampah (Ho Area Head and Executive Council Member), assisted by Overseer Eric Sitsofe Akude of Kpetoe District.

The church building, which was started in 2006, was constructed with donations from members, other individuals and support from the District and the Area, at the cost of GH₵86,015.15.

Preaching the sermon on the topic, “You are the manifestation of God’s light, power and glory” with 2 Chronicles 7:1-3, 1 Kings 8:11 as his main Bible reference, the District Minister for Akpokope District, Pastor Daniel Dogbey, said that just as the temple of Jerusalem was built in splendor to the glory of God, all Christians must live their lives  such that the glory and power of God shall be seen through them.

Referencing the dedication of the temple, Pastor Dogbey reminded all Christians to dedicate their lives to God and be committed to the things of God without the everyday excuses people give for their inability to give their all to God.

Pastor Dogbey also called on Christians to continue to live exemplary lives, “We are to be the reflectors of God glory, a vessel that God’s power is working in, and through our lives, be bright shining examples to the world.”

Pastor Daniel Dogbey concluded by encouraging all Christians to be zealous for God just as Solomon was zealous to do something unique that brought out God’s glory, beauty and power for all to see.

The Area Head, Apostle Dr. Dela Quampah, announced the change of name for the Assembly to Dedefia Assembly (Revelation Assembly), declaring that the church shall be a place of revelation for members, and visitors alike.

In attendance were Mrs Comfort Quampah (Wife of the Area Head) and the pastorate of Dome Zone of the Ho Area.

Report by Overseer Eric Sitsofe Akude, Kpetoe District.

The Church Of Pentecost–Togo Holds Sign Language Training For Hearing-Impaired web

The Church Of Pentecost–Togo Holds Sign Language Training For Hearing-Impaired

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The National Head of The Church of Pentecost in Togo, Apostle Lare Banimpo, has created an avenue for members of the Church in Togo with hearing-impairment to learn sign language to aid in easy communication and studying the Bible.

This is part of the Church’s ‘Possessing The Nations’ agenda under Vision 2028 where the Ministry to Persons with Disabilities (MPWDs) was introduced to pay special attention to members with disabilities.

Apostle Banimpo introduced the group to Apostle Vincent Anane Denteh, the Director of the Men’s Ministry and Coordinator of the Chieftaincy Ministry, who was in Togo as a Guest Speaker for a three-day joint Conference for the Men’s Ministry and the Chieftaincy Ministry in Togo.

It was indicated that some of these hearing-impaired individuals have never set foot in the classroom, but through these training they can now read the Bible and also teach others.

An elder of the Church, who is also a hearing-impaired person, has been taking the students through the lessons.

With sign language, the students expressed their joy for the opportunity to learn and over the visit of Apostle Vincent Anane Denteh.

Report by Kaakyire Kwaku Asante.

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FGBMFI Awards The Church Of Pentecost For Exemplary Social Impact

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The Full Gospel Business Men’s Fellowship International, Ghana (FGBMFI-Ghana) has presented an award to The Church of Pentecost, acknowledging the Church’s outstanding societal impact and significant contributions to national development.

The award, presented during the “Distinguished Footprints Awards” ceremony organised by the FGBMFI at the La Palm Beach Hotel in Accra on Saturday, April 20, 2024, was received on behalf of the Church by the General Secretary, Apostle Samuel Gyau Obuobi, along with Apostle Vincent Anane Denteh (PEMEM Director and Executive Council Member) and Apostle Dr. Col. Benjamin Godson Kumi-Woode (Chaplain, Ghana Armed Forces).

In line with its “Possessing the Nations” agenda, The Church of Pentecost has made significant strides in undertaking various social impact initiatives aimed at transforming society.

The Church continues to establish health centres and boreholes in deprived communities, correctional facilities as well as irrigation facilities for farming communities and skills training centres, among others, to enhance livelihoods and improve the lives of Ghanaians.

According to Mr Joe Tackie, the Chairman of the Annual Awards Committe, FGBMFI believes in the principle of recognising and setting apart good people and good deeds in society for emulation.

The annual award scheme has therefore been instituted to recognise and reward volunteers of FGBMFI, individuals, and organisations in the larger Ghanaian society, irrespective of their religious background, whose exceptional demonstration of high integrity and public spiritedness has significantly contributed to the general good and peace of our country.

This latest award reaffirms the assertion of the Chairman of the Church, Apostle Eric Nyamekye, that the relevance of the Church lies in its impact on society.

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The Church Of Pentecost Supports “Heal Komfo Anokye Project” web

The Church Of Pentecost Supports “Heal Komfo Anokye Project”

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The Ashanti Regional Coordinating Committee (ARCC) of The Church of Pentecost has generously donated GHC 50,000.00 to support the “Heal Komfo Anokye Project,” an initiative by the Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, to commemorate his 25th Anniversary on the Golden Stool.

The Ashanti RCC Coordinator, Apostle Yaw Adjei-Kwarteng, who is also the Kwadaso Area Head, on behalf of the leadership of the Church, presented a cheque to the hospital management.

He was accompanied by Prophet Samuel Tetteh Doku (New Tafo Area Head) and Apostle Gideon Obeng-Darko Debrah (Atonsu Area Head).

Apostle Adjei-Kwarteng explained that after receiving a distressed letter from Manhyia about the dire state of the Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital (KATH), they conducted a tour of the facility and witnessed the challenges firsthand, prompting their decision to support its revitalization.

Mr. Fred Effah Yeboah, the Director of Administration at KATH, gratefully received the donation on behalf of the hospital’s CEO. He emphasized the significance of The Church of Pentecost’s contribution to the facility that has been in operation since 1955 without major renovations.

He said that the gesture by The Church of Pentecost goes beyond monetary value, saying, “It serves as a call to action for collective efforts in enhancing healthcare infrastructure in Ghana.”

He encouraged other religious bodies, organizations, and individuals to follow the Church’s example, highlighting the transformative impact of collective goodwill in addressing healthcare challenges.

Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital plays a crucial role in providing essential medical services to a significant portion of the population, serving seven out of the sixteen regions of Ghana.

Report by Isaac Owusu.

Work On Your Attitude – Chairman Advises Church Leaders web

Work On Your Attitude – Chairman Advises Church Leaders

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Apostle Eric Nyamekye, the Chairman of The Church of Pentecost and President of the Ghana Pentecostal and Charismatic Council (GPCC), has advised Church leaders to do the work of ministry with a positive attitude in order to advance the Kingdom of God.

He said this on Saturday, April 13, 2024, at the Asankrangwa Newton Central Assembly auditorium of The Church of Pentecost during a meeting of church leaders under the Ghana Pentecostal and Charismatic Council (GPCC) within Asankrangwa in the Western Region of Ghana.

Speaking on the topic “Building God’s Church; The Role of The Pastor Leader,” he urged the need for a resilient and expansive church, describing it as both an organism and an organisation—a community of holy people propelled by love and the gospel of salvation.

Apostle Nyamekye compared the church to a living organism, explaining, “An organism has life, composed of mutually interdependent parts that maintain vital processes. Similarly, the church is a body full of life.”

He explained that unlike a company, which is an assembly of persons for social purposes, the church is imbued with life.

He cited 1 Corinthians 3:6, “Keep God in the church so He will make things grow,” to highlight the importance of divine guidance in church growth. He also referenced Ezekiel 43:10, noting that the church has its own design with holiness at its core.

Addressing the challenges of church leadership, Apostle Nyamekye stated, “As the church grows, problems arise, requiring not just holiness but wisdom too.” He encouraged pastors to lead with wisdom, as advised in Mark 1:35-38 and Ephesians 5:5-18.

The GPCC President underscored the vitality of leadership, quoting Psalm 110:3, “Two things make church members lively; when the leader takes charge and when God arises,” and Judges 5:2, “Take charge as a leader.”

He differentiated between pastors who are merely preachers and those who are true leaders, asserting, “A Pastor is supposed to be a leader, but not all Pastors are leaders.”

He advised focusing on three areas: conquering new territories, solving problems, and meeting the needs within the church.

Apostle Nyamekye highlighted the triad of effectiveness in leadership—skill, attitude, and character.

He defined skill as “the ability coming from one’s knowledge, practice, aptitude to do something well,” and pointed out that God equips those He calls, as seen in Psalm 78:71-72.

He stressed the significance of diligence in leadership, citing 1 Timothy 4:14-15, and discussed the impact of attitude on leadership, stating, “Attitude can be threatening or relaxing. It causes people to love or hate you.” He called for respect for all, as a good attitude necessitates sacrifice.

Concluding his sermon, Apostle Nyamekye imparted wisdom on conduct, financial integrity, and purity in relationships, referencing 1 Timothy 3:14-15, 2 Corinthians 8:21, and 1 Timothy 5:1-2.

Present at the meeting were Apostle Mireku Gyamerah (Axim Area Head), Apostle Sylvester Arhin (RCC Coordinator, Western and Western North) and pastors from various churches within the GPCC.

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