General Secretary Commissions Kwahu Oda Roman Catholic School web

General Secretary Commissions Kwahu Oda Roman Catholic School

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The General Secretary of The Church of Pentecost, Apostle Alexander Nana Yaw Kumi-Larbi, has commissioned and dedicated the newly-constructed Kwahu Oda Roman Catholic Junior High School in the Nkawkaw Area of the Church.

The commissioning ceremony occurred on Wednesday, July 12, 2023, at the Roman Catholic School Park in Kwahu Oda, Eastern Region, Ghana.

The impressive building, valued at GHS1,477,138.30, consists of three classrooms (Basic 7-9), a Headteacher’s office, a Teachers’ room, a Computer laboratory, an ICT Centre, a Library, a Kindergarten block, Washrooms and a drilled borehole facility.

This remarkable project was made possible through the collaborative efforts of the Kwahu Oda Development Committee, led by Elder Dr Emmanuel Kwame Obeng, a member of The Church of Pentecost, United States of America, and Founder/President of Rural Communities Development International Inc. (RCDII), along with his wife, Dr Agnes Obeng, and other dedicated community members from both local and international locations.

Notable contributors to the project include the Board of Trustees of Rural Communities International Development International Inc (RCDII), Mr Franklin Kwame Asante (Allclean Limited), Mr Emmanuel Kwaku Ayimadu, Apostle John Obeng Kesse (Suame Area Head, The Church of Pentecost), Nana Kojo Asiamah, Kofi Agyakwa, Charles Kwabena Asiama, Elder Abraham Asante-Obeng (Headmaster, Pentecost Preparatory School Ashiaman), Fred Otchere Jan, Ohenaba Appah-Dankyi, Kwaku Addo Benson, James Okyere, Cecilia Okyere, Lydia Ahenkorah, Ama Nkansah, Hannah Dansoah, Afua Peprah, Lydia Obeng Siaw, Kwasi Obeng, and Augustina Osei.

Additionally, Patrick Mensah, Ama Serwaa Baah, Rev. Dr Samuel & Mrs Ellen Asante, Adwoa Yeboah, Bishop Asiama Okyere, Lydia Gyemfa Okyere, Alex Omari Otchere, Vida Antwiwaa Okyere, Vero Konadu Okyere, William Siaw Otchere, Rosemary Effah, and Ante Abena Serwah contributed to the project.

During his speech, Dr Obeng shared his experience overcoming poverty as a barrier to his educational dreams.

Despite financial constraints, he encouraged parents to go the extra mile in supporting their children’s educational goals.

Addressing the students, he emphasised the importance of diligence in their studies and urged them to strive for excellence, saying, “Go the extra mile.”

Nana Amakye Appah II, the Kwahu Oda Chief, called on community members to continue selflessly supporting the town’s development through similar projects that improve the quality of life for all.

Honourable Joseph Frimpong, Member of Parliament for Nkawkaw, expressed gratitude to Dr Obeng, RCDII, and all the project contributors on behalf of the government.

He reminded the audience that their destinies lay in their hands and encouraged the youth to embrace the challenge of studying diligently. He also urged parents to provide the necessary amenities for a conducive learning environment.

Honourable Lawyer Yaw Owusu Addo, the Municipal Chief Executive of Kwahu West, emphasised that national development requires its citizens’ collective support and involvement to benefit the entire community.

Mrs Ivy Asantewaa Owusu, Eastern Regional Director of Education, commended the Kwahu Oda Development Committee for their thoughtful financial and educational investment in the community. She urged teachers to adapt to new technological teaching methods to enhance student learning.

The Kwahu Oda Roman Catholic School, established in 1939, had faced neglect and dilapidation due to a lack of regular maintenance. This intervention became necessary after media reports highlighted its deteriorating condition.

The members of the Kwahu Oda Development Committee are Dr Emmanuel Kwame Obeng (Chairman), Mr Franklin Kwame Asante (Project Manager), Elder Abraham Asante Obeng (Secretary/Protocol Officer), Apostle John Obeng Kesse (Planning Committee Chairman/Executive Member), Mr Emmanuel Kwaku Anyimadu (Financial Chairman), and Nana Kodjo Asiamah (Executive Member).

The commissioning ceremony was well attended by chiefs, clergy, members of the educational directorate, teachers, students, and community members within and outside the Kwahu Municipality.

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Downtown Assembly Church Building Dedicated WEB

Downtown Assembly Church Building Dedicated

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The newly-constructed church building of the Downtown Assembly in the Downtown District of The Church of Pentecost was dedicated on Sunday, July 9, 2023, to the glory of God.

Apostle Dr. Benjamin Ali, the Area Head for the Downtown-Ofaakor Area of the Church, dedicated the church building with assistance from Pastor Andrews Owusu (Downtown District Minister), Pastor Kwasi Afoakwah (Area Secretary), and some ministers in the Area.

The edifice, which began construction in 2009, cost the church GHS 817,000.00. It is also worth noting that Honorable Mavis Hawa Koomson, the Member of Parliament for Awutu Senya East, supported the project with GHS 25,000.00.

Delivering a brief sermon on the topic, “The Building Speaks,” with key scriptures from Ecclesiastes 9:10 and Ephesians 2:10, Apostle Samuel Otu-Appiah encouraged the members to be partakers in building God’s church.

“The building speaks of both the past and the present; therefore, invest in His church building,” he stated.

Gracing the occasion were Hon. Mavis Hawa Koomson and Hon. Anita Obo Amissah (Municipal Chief Executive for Awutu Senya East) and their entourage.

Present also were Mrs. Mary Ali (wife of the Downtown-Ofaakor Area Head), Mrs. Gifty Dansoah Appiah (wife of the Winneba Area Head), Mrs. Faustina Owusu (wife of the Downtown District), as well as some ministers’ wives, and officers in and outside the Area.

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Tarkwa Area Head Visits Flood Victims In Esuoso web

Tarkwa Area Head Visits Flood Victims In Esuoso

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The Tarkwa Area Head of The Church of Pentecost, Apostle Dr. Daniel Okyere Walker, visited church members in the Esuoso Assembly on Wednesday, July 5, 2023, who have been displaced due to the flood caused by the recent heavy downpour.

The heavy downpour, which started on Friday, June 23, around 3:00 pm until Sunday, June 25, 2023, continuously led to the Bonsa River overflowing its banks and submerging almost half of the town.

The Area Head began his tour by first visiting the queen mother of the Esuoso Traditional Area, Nana Akua Bemaa, at her palace. He was accompanied by Pastor Samuel Emery Yormesor (Area Secretary). Other members of his entourage were Pastor Abraham Nana Bamfo Oppong (Tarkwa Area Youth Pastor), Pastor Mensah-Tawiah (Tarkwa Area PENTSOS Coordinator), Pastor Bright Nyamedor (Area Media Ministry Pastor), and Pastor Ebenezer Awuku Quaye (Adieyie District Minister).

Apostle Dr. Walker said the purpose of the visit was to commiserate with the affected persons, pray with them, and assess the extent of damage caused by the flood. He was thankful to God that despite the magnitude of destruction, no fatalities were recorded.

The queen mother, on her part, expressed immense appreciation to the Area Head for showing them love and concern during this difficult moment.

About 183 persons were affected in the entire community, and 83 buildings collapsed, of which ten members were victims. The flooding also destroyed items running into thousands of Ghana cedis. The items included electronics, food, household equipment, and farm implements.

The Area Head and some ministers in the Area toured the affected houses and interacted with the affected members.

Addressing the victims, Apostle Dr. Daniel Walker urged them to be hopeful in the Lord and grateful for the gift of life despite their predicaments. He advised them to trust the Lord to replenish all they had lost due to the flood.

He also said that having witnessed firsthand the extent of damage, the leadership of the Church would come up with the most suitable way to support them.

Report by Tarkwa Media Team

Mentor The Children Under Your Care – General Secretary Tells Children’s Ministry Workers web

Mentor The Children Under Your Care – General Secretary Tells Children’s Ministry Workers

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The General Secretary of The Church of Pentecost, Apostle Alexander Nana Yaw Kumi-Larbi, has advised Children’s Ministry workers to mentor the children under their care in order to effectively shape the spiritual foundation of the next generation.

Speaking on the topic: “Mentoring the Next Generation: The Role of Children Workers” at the just-ended Foundation Builders Conference (FBC’2023), Apostle Kumi-Larbi urged the Children’s Ministry workers not to give up, bearing in mind that they significantly contribute to the lives of the young ones they teach.

“There’s nothing good that can be achieved without a good foundation. Yet, foundation builders are less celebrated, but those who stand on it enjoy the glory. You might not know what you are doing for the young ones you teach, but do not give up,” he encouraged.

Drawing from Ephesians 4:11-13, Apostle Kumi-Larbi highlighted the essential work of child workers in impacting children’s lives, saying that The Church of Pentecost would never lack leaders due to the dedicated efforts of the children’s workers who serve as the foundation builders.

“By building a solid spiritual foundation for the children of the Church, you play a vital role in ensuring continuous growth and leadership development within the Church,” he said.

The General Secretary noted that mentors, as wise and trusted counsellors or teachers, offer invaluable guidance and support to less experienced individuals over an extended period.

He further noted that mentors are crucial in equipping and shaping the next generation, providing them with the necessary skills and navigating the challenges of the professional world.

Apostle Kumi-Larbi cited biblical examples of mentorship, such as the relationship between Eli and Samuel, Elijah and Elisha, and Jesus and His disciples, as inspiration for effective mentoring.

He highlighted the importance of relational mentorship, stating that Jesus was always present and interacted with His disciples daily, and, therefore, urged the foundation builders to conduct themselves in a manner that resonates with their mentees.

“Before you can impact somebody, the person needs to follow you,” Apostle Kumi-Larbi remarked, referencing Matthew 16:24.

The General Secretary said mentors should lead by example, demonstrating a genuine interest in their mentees’ growth and learning.

He explained that mentoring involves helping mentees identify, develop, and utilise their God-given talents.

He also stressed the importance of nurturing and supporting the young ones, setting an exemplary standard for them to follow, and ultimately enabling them to become mentors themselves.

Apostle Kumi-Larbi’s presentation also touched on the “Barnabas Model,” citing the relationship between Barnabas and Paul as a powerful example of mentorship.

He also highlighted how Barnabas sponsored and supported Paul’s acceptance into the apostolic community, ultimately transforming him from a persecuted member to a devoted minister of Christ.

He encouraged foundation builders to stand by young men and defend them, actively shaping and releasing them into the church’s service.

“Mentoring the next generation requires us to come to their level, groom them, defend them and unleash them,” he said.

He also advised the children’s workers to foster an environment of mutual sharing, trust, and enrichment, where mentors and mentees learn from each other.

The General Secretary concluded his presentation by discussing the faces of mentoring, which include parenthood, pace-setting, and partnering.

Apostle Kumi-Larbi said that mentors not only give back but also enhance their own leadership skills and gain new perspectives. He, therefore, encouraged Children’s Ministry workers to live a life of significance by sharing their time and expertise with their mentees, enabling them to make a lasting impact on the lives of others.

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The Souls Of Children With Disabilities Are Precious To God – Pastor Nyame web

The Souls Of Children With Disabilities Are Precious To God – Pastor Nyame

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The Coordinator of the Ministry to Persons with Disabilities (MPWDs) of The Church of Pentecost, Pastor Alexander Nyame, has urged Children’s Workers to strive to integrate children with Disabilities (CWDs) into the Children’s Ministry because they are also precious to God.The MPWDs National Coordinator made this passionate appeal when he addressed participants of the Foundation Builders Conference (FBC’23) yesterday at the Pentecost Convention Centre (PCC), Gomoa Fetteh.Quoting from Psalm 127:3, Pastor Nyame reminded Children’s workers that children are a gift from God, a reward bestowed upon humanity. “This gift is not limited to those without disabilities, for a child with a disability will grow into an adult with a disability. Each soul, irrespective of any physical or mental challenges, holds immeasurable worth in the eyes of God,” he said.Pastor Nyame also referred to Genesis 1:26-27 to buttress the point that God intends no person to be left behind. He explained that the spiritual nature of all souls, including those with disabilities, remains unaltered and unaffected by physical limitations, as mentioned in Revelation 20:11-12 and 1 John 3:2.Highlighting the various types of disabilities, Pastor Nyame noted that not all children with disabilities are born with their impairments. He further explained the different types of disabilities children face, including deafness, visual impairment, developmental delays, autism, attention deficit hyperactivity disorder, albinism, and neurological impairments such as cerebral palsy and epilepsy. He observed that CWDs encounter daily barriers in the form of social, attitudinal, physical, architectural, and information or communication challenges, and the church can alleviate these challenges by ensuring their full inclusion into the church.To address the inclusion of CWDs into the Children’s Ministry, Pastor Nyame proposed several strategies, such as making meeting venues for Children’s Ministry classes accessible to all children and ensuring equal participation. He also advocated for the proactive preparation of children in the ministry to accept and welcome CWDs, promoting a change in attitudes towards CWDs and fostering inclusivity.The MPWDs Coordinator further stressed the importance of planning lessons with children with disabilities in mind, tailoring activities and materials to accommodate their unique needs. He also encouraged the integration of CWDs into all Children’s Ministry activities, including Bible study, prayer, and initiatives like the Jethro Initiative and OCOB initiative. “We must also extend invitations to children with disabilities outside the church, ensuring that no child is left excluded,” he said.Pastor Nyame also underscored the need for adequate support for children with impairments and suggested that parents of children with disabilities be included in the team of teachers at the Children’s Ministry, saying: “By doing so, the church can create an environment where children with disabilities truly belong.”Pastor Nyame ended his presentation by reiterating that children with disabilities are individuals with souls who require equal opportunities for the salvation of their souls. He, therefore, urged children’s workers to allow the Holy Spirit to instil in them a special love for children with disabilities within them, as every soul counts.PENTECOST NEWS.

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Ministers’ Wives Urged To Live Within Their Means

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Mrs. Mabel Darko, wife of the Twereboa District Minister of The Church of Pentecost, has advised ministers’ wives to strive to live within their means even in the face of societal pressures.

Mrs. Darko gave this advice on Thursday, July 6, 2023 at the Greater-Accra Region Ministers Wives prayer meeting held at the Dr. Thomas Wyatt Memorial Temple in Accra.

Drawing inspiration from Matthew 6:25-34, Mrs. Darko highlighted the need for ministers wives to align their lifestyles with their financial capabilities.

 “We must cut our coats according to our material. In other words, our lifestyles must align with our financial realities,” she emphasised.

She further advised  them not to place unnecessary pressure on their husbands’ finances through extravagant spending or unsustainable practices.

She said that when they embrace lifestyles that aligns with their financial means, they would achieve financial stability and foster healthier relationships within their families.

Mrs. Darko highlighted several factors that commonly put pressure on women’s finances such as pressure from family, social function commitments and unnecessary comparisons with others, among others.

“The tendency to compare oneself with others can drive unnecessary and often unaffordable spending,” she cautioned and rather urged them to be content with what God had blessed them.

To help ministers wives manage their finances effectively and find contentment within their means, Mrs. Darko provided practical guidance such as budgeting, encourage open and honest communication:with their spouses about financial matters, prioritising needs over wants, and engaging in financial literacy programmes or seeking professional advice in order to make sound financial choices.

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Christian Women Must Serve As Role Models In The Church & Community - Mrs. Mary Nyamekye

Christian Women Must Serve As Role Models In The Church & Community – Mrs. Mary Nyamekye

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Mrs. Mary Nyamekye, the wife of the Chairman of The Church of Pentecost, has said that Christian women possess a unique capacity to nurture spiritual growth and serve as role models within the local church and the community.

Mrs Nyamekye gave this charge to Christian women on Wednesday, July 5, 2023, when she participated in the recently-held weekly prayer meeting of the Kasoa Area Women’s Ministry at the Mountain View Worship Centre, Tuba.

Referencing Titus 2:3-5, she encouraged older women to teach younger women and to lead by example in matters of faith, love, purity, and homemaking.

Mrs. Nyamekye also stated that prayer holds immense power in the life of the church, hence like Hannah (1 Samuel 1:10-11) Christian women can fervently intercede for the needs of the congregation, the leaders, and the community.

“Women can lead prayer groups, organise prayer events, and encourage others to deepen their prayer lives,” she said, adding that by exemplifying a life of prayer, they can inspire other women to embrace the transformative power of intercession.

Mrs Nyamekye also emphasised the importance of hospitality and its significant avenue for Christian women to create an environment of warmth, love, and acceptance within the church community.

Referring to Romans 12:13, she said women help strengthen the church’s hospitality by facilitating gatherings, welcoming newcomers, and ensuring that everyone feels included and cared for.

“The efforts made in creating a hospitable atmosphere can foster meaningful connections and facilitate the growth of the church family, ” she said.

The wife of the Chairman further encouraged Christian women to possess valuable insights and gifts that can contribute to the teaching and discipleship ministries within the local church.

She cited Priscilla in Acts 18:26, who, alongside her husband Aquila, rightly divided the word of God and helped in expounding the way of the Lord to Apollos.

“Likewise, women can actively participate in Bible studies, Sunday School classes, or Women’s Ministry groups, where they can share their knowledge and passion for God’s word,” she said

Touching on the impact of Christian women on the community, Mrs. Nyamekye said they can actively engage in serving the community by demonstrating Christ’s love through compassionate actions.

She explained that since Christians are enjoined by Scriptures  to do good to all (Galatians 6:10), Christian women must also reach out to their communities through outreach programmes, support charitable initiatives, and encourage others to participate in acts of service.

“By embodying Christ’s love in practical ways, Christian women can inspire others to impact their local communities as well,” she said.

Mrs. Nyamekye ended her message by challenging women to rise to the occasion and make an impactful difference within the local church by embracing their roles as spiritual nurturers, prayer warriors, hospitable hosts, teachers, and servants, they can positively influence those around them.

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Live The COP Brand! – Apostle Kumi-Larbi Urges Missionaries web

Live The COP Brand! – Apostle Kumi-Larbi Urges Missionaries

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The General Secretary of The Church of Pentecost (CoP), Apostle Alexander Nana Yaw Kumi-Larbi, has emphasized the importance of missionaries embracing a Christ-centered lifestyle that aligns with the values and principles of The Church of Pentecost, regardless of their location.

According to the General Secretary, “Over the years, The Church of Pentecost has built a Christ-centered brand with our core values, culture, and rules of conduct handed down to us as a legacy from our forebears, which we must preserve and pass on to the next generation.”

He made this call when addressing the newly-called missionaries to the internal and external mission areas of the Church yesterday at the Pentecost Convention Centre (PCC), Gomoa Fetteh.

Delivering a paper on “Deepening The COP Brand,” Apostle Kumi-Larbi emphasised that “for the past 80 years, our forebears, being careful in observing the instructions in the covenant, the tenets, core values, church culture, and rules of conduct of the church, have given the CoP a unique and enviable brand which ought to be guarded jealously.

He encouraged all ministers and members of the church to brand themselves with the values and principles of Christ. He said that, like every other church, The Church of Pentecost has its own culture and foundational beliefs at the heart of its theology, governing system, and practical expression of Christian life and ministry.

“As a church, we love and cherish these practices so dearly. Everyone who comes into our fold must know and diligently apply themselves to these,” he stated.

He reiterated the need to reposition the church in this generation as a clarion call to deepen the brand as a church.

“We want to make The COP brand stronger and more intense to bring clarity to it and cause our members to become more interested in the church. These are virtues and values that must be jealously guarded and bequeathed from one generation to the other,” he added.

He urged the missionaries to carry a distinctive character of Christ, which has contributed to building a strong church through selfless service, sound biblical teaching, good leadership and succession, evangelism and discipleship, sacrificial giving, fellowship, and discipline.

“It thus behooves this generation to know, uphold, and jealously guard these time-tested Pentecostal distinctive attributes as we seek to reposition the local church for maximum impact,” he stressed.

The General Secretary concluded by saying that although the church began with people who were not so educated, yet, the Holy Ghost inspired them to create a brand that has made the church unique, distinguished, and respected in the world.

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PENSA-Cape Coast Sector Organises Leadership Summit web

PENSA-Cape Coast Sector Organises Leadership Summit

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The third edition of the “Uncommon Leadership Summit” (ULS) organised by the Pentecost Students and Associates (PENSA), Cape Coast Sector, took place from Friday, June 30, to Saturday, July 1, 2023.

The two-day residential event, held for the SCT, SCC, LCC, Working Team, and Patrons/Patronesses, was held under the theme “Repositioned to Lead for Maximum Impact on Campus” (Colossians 2:6-7; John 14:12) and took place at the Miracle Centre Auditorium of PENSA-Cape Coast Technical University (CCTU).

Held at the zonal levels – Cape Coast, Twifo Praso, and Dunkwa zones respectively – with over 180 participants, the summit aimed to reposition and ground PENSA leaders in Christ and empower them to make a maximum impact on their respective campuses.

The ULS began with a short video presentation on leadership, which encouraged PENSA leaders to avail themselves of leadership responsibilities, as they have been chosen by God to lead.

Pastor Joseph Zoot, the PENSA Traveling Secretary for the Mankesim Sector, spoke on the main theme of the summit.

In his presentation, he explained who a leader is and what it takes to be an uncommon leader.

Pastor Zoot mentioned that “to accomplish your goals as a leader, you should be enlightened in the word of God, believe in what God has deposited in you, and be firmly rooted and grounded in Christ.”

He also encouraged the participants to be leaders of influence who are filled with the Holy Spirit.

After sharing the spiritual and physical qualities of a leader with the participants, Pastor Zoot led the church in a session of intensive prayer for the infilling of the Holy Spirit.

The programme continued the next day with a presentation from the convener of the Uncommon Leadership Summit, Pastor Blessing Joseph Quayson, the PENSA Traveling Secretary for the Sector, who spoke on “The COP Brand – the Core Values of the Church.”

Pastor Quayson stated that “what makes us unique and distinct as a church is our brand, which includes core values, tenets of the church, and rules of conduct.”

He explained that core values are the things the Church holds in high esteem, such as evangelism, discipleship, ministry excellence, prayer, leadership development, church culture, tithe and offering, consistent Bible teachings, etc.

Pastor Quayson urged the PENSA leaders to study the core values and rules of conduct of CoP, as they make the Church distinct from others. He also encouraged PENSA leaders to serve wholeheartedly and sacrificially in the church and help build the local assemblies for maximum impact.

Elder Evans Darko Addo, a member of the Working Team, spoke on the topic “What is expected from a Repositioned PENSA Leader.” He pointed out that a repositioned PENSA leader is expected to be loyal, above reproach, faithful in doing the work of God, and a soul winner.

The wife of the Traveling Secretary, Mrs. Esther Mansa Annan Quayson, continued with a talk on the topic “Is this Love” from 1 Samuel 13:1-23. She challenged the participants to pray effectively and seek godly counsel before entering into any relationship.

The summit ended with a prayer and impartation session led by Elder Bismark Afrifa Marfo, the Sector’s Financial Secretary, during which three participants received Holy Spirit baptism.

The 2023 edition of the Uncommon Leadership Summit was unique because some of the patrons/patronesses within the Cape Coast zone were invited to share their experiences and expectations.

Also present at the event were Mrs. Monica Zoot (Wife of Mankesim Travelling Secretary), Deaconess Rebecca Quarm (Patrons’ Representative on the Working Team) and other patrons.

The following institutions in the Cape Coast zone participated in the programme: Cape Coast Technical University (CCTU), Cape Coast Nursing and Midwifery Training college (CCNMTC), Psychiatric Nursing and Midwifery Training College (PNMTC), Ola College of Education (OLACOE), Komenda College of Education (KOMENCOE).

Report by Agnes Odei (PENSA CCTU Assistant Secretary)

129 Ministerial Students Commissioned Into Full-Time Ministry web

129 Ministerial Students Commissioned Into Full-Time Ministry

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One hundred and twenty-nine ministerial students of the 2022/2023 batch of the Pentecost School of Theology and Missions (PSTM) at Pentecost University were commissioned into the full-time ministry of The Church of Pentecost.

The commissioning service, which was held yesterday at the Pentecost Convention Centre (PCC), Gomoa Fetteh, was officiated by the Chancellor of Pentecost University and Chairman of The Church of Pentecost, Apostle Eric Nyamekye.

The ministerial students comprised 114 Ghanaians and 15 from The Church of Pentecost’s external branches, including Nigeria, Liberia, Angola, Libya, India, Zimbabwe, Equatorial Guinea and Thailand.

Apostle Nyamekye highlighted the challenges young men and their wives face when responding to God’s call to serve in remote places.

He encouraged the newly commissioned ministers to continuously expand their knowledge and skills to become versatile in their calling.

To enhance the spiritual experience of the commissioned ministers, Apostle Nyamekye urged Area Heads to provide guidance and nurture them, emphasising the importance of sharing experiences and supporting their positive development.

The Chairman called on the church community to uplift the young ministers in prayer, ensuring their ministry success and ability to make a difference as co-workers in the Lord’s vineyard.

Addressing the ministers, Apostle Nyamekye emphasised the significance of being authentic Christians who demonstrate Christ in their daily lives.

He urged them to extend their influence beyond congregations and impact various spheres of society with the Kingdom of God’s values, principles, and lifestyle.

The Vice-Chancellor of Pentecost University, Apostle Professor Kwabena Agyapong-Kodua, reminded the ministers to keep Jesus as their focal point and rely on the Holy Spirit for their ministry.

He stressed that their dependency on the Holy Spirit would determine His work in and through them.

Apostle Dr Benjamin Ali, the Downtown-Ofaakor Area Head, encouraged the ministers to trust in God for their needs in ministry, highlighting the support and collaboration required for maximum impact.

Some members of the Executive Council attended the commissioning ceremony, Apostle Alexander Nana Yaw Kumi-Larbi (General Secretary, The COP); Apostle Emmanuel Agyemang Bekoe (International Missions Director); Apostle Samuel Yaw Antwi (Central Regional RCC Co-ordinator & Cape Coast Area Head); Prophet David Kankam Beditor (Greater Accra RCC Co-ordinator & Ashaiman Area Head); Apostle Samuel Osei Asante (Kaneshie Area Head), Apostle Samuel Gyau Obuobi (General Secretary-Elect & Asamankese Area Head), Area Heads, and Directors of Ministries.

Also present were faculty members and staff of Pentecost University, Apostle Dr Emmanuel Anim (Pro-VC and Director of PSTM); Apostle Johnny Lartey Peprah (Assistant Registrar, PSTM); Aps. Dr Christian Tsekpoe (Director, Post Graduate Studies and Research Directorate); Ps. Francis Broni (Chaplain, PSTM); Mr Foster Kobina Amoani (Registrar, Pentecost University); Mr Michael W. K. Gyimah (Chief Information Officer), Mr Abraham Nyebar (Ag. Chief Finance Officer), and HODs.

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