Asenemaso District Donates To Orphanage web

Asenemaso District Donates To Orphanage

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The Asenemaso District in the Abuakwa Area of The Church of Pentecost has donated assorted items valued at GHS 10,200.00 and a cash amount of GHS 2,000.00 to the King Jesus Orphanage Home at Boadi, near Kumasi.

The items comprised rice, clothes, pieces of wax prints, toiletries, sachet and bottled water, soft drinks, and various food items. Members within the district voluntarily donated the items to support the inmates of the Home. 

The District Minister, Pastor Peter Quayson, and his wife, Mrs Divina Quayson, backed by the District Youth Ministry, presented the items to the beneficiaries during a visit to the orphanage on Sunday, February 4, 2024.

The donation forms part of the church’s social responsibility to make the world a better place to live, especially for the underprivileged. 

The Assistant Administrator to the King Jesus Orphanage, Madam Mercy, receiving the items, expressed her appreciation to The Church of Pentecost for the gesture. She appealed to individuals and other institutions to emulate this worthy cause. 

The children at the orphanage sang songs and slogans to express their appreciation for God and the Church.

Report by Pastor Peter Quayson.

John Aidoo Is The Highest Soul Winner In Agona Swedru Area web

John Aidoo Is The Highest Soul Winner In Agona Swedru Area

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John Aidoo, a deacon of The Church of Pentecost in the Kuntanse District of the Agona Swedru Area, single-handedly won 55 souls for Christ in 2023, making him the highest soul winner in the Area.

The Agona Swedru Area Secretary of the Church, Pastor George Osei-Asiedu, disclosed this during the Area’s 2023 End-of-Year Presbytery Meeting held recently in Swedru. 

The commitment of Deacon Aidoo to soul-winning moved the Area Head, Apostle Derek Kwaning Mireku, to instantly ordain him as an Elder of the Church at the meeting. 

With the support of his District Minister, Pastor Charles Boateng Asante, all 55 new converts have been baptised by immersion. 

Apostle Mireku, upon assumption of office, introduced award systems to honour members who commit themselves to soul-winning and other key performance indicators.

The Area Head’s passion for soul-winning resulted in the harvest of souls recorded in the Area as contained in the 2023 report. 

The Area Secretary, Pastor George Osei-Asiedu, on his part, encouraged now Elder John Aidoo and all other officers of the Church to keep doing the work of an evangelist to win more souls for Christ this year. 

Report by Probationary Overseer Solomon Boadi (Otsenkorang District)

New Tafo Area Spends Over GHS 100,000 On Education Of Members web

New Tafo Area Spends Over GHS 100,000 On Education Of Members

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The New Tafo Area of The Church of Pentecost, under the headship of Prophet Samuel Tetteh Doku, spent a total amount of GHS 108,619.39 on educational sponsorships to support needy but brilliant members in the Area at various levels of education last year.

Disclosing this at the 2023 End-of-Year Area Presbytery meeting held on Friday, February 2, 2024, at the M. K. Yeboah Memorial Temple, the Area Deacon, Elder Dr. Stephen Sarfo Kantanka, detailed that out of the 22 beneficiary students, 15 of them are at the Pentecost University (PU), while the rest are in other public universities.

He indicated that GHS 95, 537.00 out of the total amount was spent on the 15 students studying at PU, with the remaining GHS 13,082.39 for the 7 students in other public universities, which mostly involved the payment of admission fees, academic fees, and facility user fees for both fresh and continuing students.

He emphasised the Area’s commitment to sponsoring the educational pursuits of members.

Report by Emmanuel Nana Nsiah

Vision 2028 Is Here To Transform Society – Apostle Eric Nyamekye web

Vision 2028 Is Here To Transform Society – Apostle Eric Nyamekye

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The Chairman of The Church of Pentecost, Apostle Eric Nyamekye, has called on officers of the Church to gracefully embrace “Vision 2028” in order to foster the transformation of society.

In his sermon, Apostle Nyamekye emphasised the importance of leadership and vision in the church.

He stated, “God always gives his people leaders. The Vision given to the leader by God is for the whole church, not for a single individual.”

He said this on Tuesday, February 6, 2024, during a presentation on the “Rationale For Theme 2024” during the Takoradi Area Apostolisation service. The event, which began on February 6, 2024, is set to conclude on February 11, 2024.

He praised the officers of The Church of Pentecost, describing them as the custodians of the church.

He said, “Our officers are our most important constituents. Their faithful service has made the church what it is today.”

Apostle Nyamekye urged the officers to own and work with the vision, stating, “We need to imbibe the vision into the officers.”

He discussed the church’s ‘Vision 2028’, which seeks to “unleash the whole church to transform their world with the values and principles of the Kingdom of God.”

He explained the concept of unleashing as “to cause the tremendous power locked up in the church to be released for the transformation of society.”

He added, “We all have power granted to us by God, and we are to release that tremendous power to the world to transform it.”

Apostle Nyamekye stressed the importance of upholding principles in workplaces to prevent corruption.

He explained that transformation takes two forms: the conversion of the soul and the conversion of society through the Gospel.

He emphasised the church’s responsibility to illuminate the world with Kingdom values and principles to combat societal corruption.

The Chairman stressed the importance of lighting up the world with Kingdom values and principles.

He said, “As light of the world, we are to go into the world and light up the world with Kingdom values and principles.”

He reaffirmed that Christ as the ultimate life-transformer and encouraged attendees to embody His teachings in their daily lives.

He concluded by reminding officers of the theme for 2024, “a people of God unleashed to transform their world,” and urged them to live within the values of the Kingdom for the world to see.

He said, “As people of the Kingdom, let us live within the values of the Kingdom for the world to see. We must intentionally raise our children to impact the state.”

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Deaconess Ochil Appointed First Female DDNS Of Ghana Armed Forces2 web

Deaconess Linda Ochil Appointed First Female Soldier DDNS Of Ghana Armed Forces

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Chief Petty Officer  (CPO) 1, Mrs. Linda Ochil, a Deaconess of The Church of Pentecost, has become the first female soldier to be promoted to the rank of Deputy Director Nursing (DDNS) at the Ghana Armed Forces (GAF).

Mrs. Ochil, a nurse midwife at the 37 Military Hospital, achieved this remarkable milestone, breaking barriers and paving the way for future generations of women in the military.

With her dedication and commitment to her profession, Mrs. Ochil has not only excelled in her military duties but has also played an integral role in her community.

Deaconess Ochil worships at the Jubilee Assembly of Burma Camp Worship Centre, where she serves as the Local Women’s Ministry Leader.

Her lastest feat has exemplified her leadership qualities both within and beyond the confines of the church, which aligns with the “Possessing the Nations” agenda of The Church of Pentecost.

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KNUST SRC President Pays Courtesy Call On PENSA-KNUST Campus Pastor web

KNUST SRC President Pays Courtesy Call On PENSA-KNUST Campus Pastor

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Miss Yvonne Osei Adobea, the newly-elected Students’ Representative Council (SRC) President at the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST), paid a courtesy call on Pastor Jonathan Ebo Quaye, the PENSA-KNUST Campus Minister of the Church, on February 4, 2024.

The SRC President was warmly received by Pastor Jonathan Ebo Quaye, his wife, Mrs. Joanna Dwomoh Quaye, and the PENSA-KNUST President, Elder Emmanuel Asare.

According to Miss Adobea, the purpose of the visit was to thank the leadership of PENSA-KNUST for the support she received during the electioneering period and to share her vision with them, seeking future collaboration.

Miss Osei Adobea shared with Pastor Ebo Quaye her insightful vision for KNUST and discussed an admirable ongoing project focused on increasing bed spaces on campus.

She also emphasised her commitment to dispelling misconceptions surrounding women in leadership roles and paving the way for other women to follow in her footsteps.

The SRC President further expressed her readiness to make herself available to PENSA-KNUST whenever called upon.

She then offered a heartfelt prayer that the altar established in PENSA-KNUST would always remember her and that the flame of James McKeown would continue to burn brightly in the church.

She ended her remarks by reiterating her sincere and profound hope that her tenure would demonstrate exemplary Christian leadership.

On his part, Pastor Jonathan Ebo Quaye extended heartfelt congratulations to her for achieving the major milestone of becoming the first female SRC President of the institution.

He also thanked Miss Adobea for her continuous support towards PENSA-KNUST and the broader Christian community on campus.

“We are also grateful to you for your unwavering dedication to spiritual matters within the campus environment,” he said.

He reassured her of PENSA-KNUST’s steadfast support, love, and prayers for a successful tenure in office.

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Sin Weakens Your Moral Authority As A Minister – General Secretary web

Sin Weakens Your Moral Authority As A Minister – General Secretary

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The General Secretary of The Church of Pentecost, Apostle Samuel Gyau Obuobi, has advised ministers not to entertain any form of sin as it would have an adverse impact on their ministry.

According to him, leading a sinless (holy life) is a basic requirement of a minister and is also non-negotiable.

As ministers, God has set us apart from sin. When you are a minister who lives in sin, it weakens your moral authority to the extent that you cannot confront sin, and this will cause your downfall,” Apostle Obuobi said yesterday when he met with Ministers and Wives of the Dansoman Area as part of this year’s Apostolisation (Ministers and Officers’ Retreat).

Speaking on the topic “The Four Levitical Functions”, with Deuteronomy 10:8 as his foundational text, the General Secretary explained that in the Old Testament, the Lord chose the Levi tribe to serve as priests. However, in the New Testament era, He does not just select a family as ministers; instead, from every nation and tribe,

He calls His people into the kingdom work. He further noted that just like the prophet Amos (Amos 7:14-15), God does not choose the qualified but instead chooses those whom the world despised and uses them for His glory (1 Corinthians 1:26-29).

“We must, therefore, not take our calling for granted. We must always appreciate God for what He has made us,” he charged.

Apostle Obuobi indicated that in choosing people to serve as priests, God sets them apart from sin to lead a life of holiness.

Buttressing his point with Exodus 28:36-37, he said that this is the reason why the turban of the Priest of Israel had the inscription “Holiness to the Lord,” saying: “As a minister, the first thing people should see when they meet you is holiness.”

Touching on the four Levitical functions, the General Secretary explained that, just like the Levitical priests, God has called ministers to carry the ark of the covenant, stand before Him, serve Him, and bless others in His name.

Explaining further, he said that the Ark of the Covenant represents the presence of God, and therefore, it is expected of every minister to be a carrier of God’s presence at all times. “The minister must carry the presence of God (the ark) into every service to bring life to it,” he said.

Apostle Obuobi stated that this could be achieved by adequate preparation through prayer, waiting on God, engaging God’s word, and leading a righteous life, saying: “Dirty hands don’t carry the ark.”

“By the ark, the Jordan ran away from the presence of the Israelites; by the ark, Dagon (the god of the Philistines) fell and got broken into pieces; by the ark, a distinction is created between the people of God and others,” he added.

He said that the second Levitical function of the minister is to stand before the Lord, which implies spending time in prayer.

He noted that ministers must be intercessors and intercede for the church and nation, the sick and afflicted, the family, and others.

He, however, stressed that prayer should not only be about putting one’s challenges and problems before God but fellowshipping with Him.

The third Levitical function Apostle Samuel Obuobi posited was service. He noted that ministers have been set apart to serve the Lord with all their hearts and to do so with gladness.

“We must note that our service to God is an aspect of our worship, and worship is both adoration and service,” he stated.

The General Secretary ended his presentation with the fourth Levitical function, which he said was to bless in God’s name.

He said that ministers are anointed and must be cautious about their utterances. As a result, they should always pronounce blessings on their congregants and refrain from “cursing” them, emphasising that: “We have been called to bless and not to curse.”

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Follow Systems, Adapt To Change – Chairman Advises Church Leaders web

Follow Systems, Adapt To Change – Chairman Advises Church Leaders

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The Chairman of The Church of Pentecost, Apostle Eric Nyamekye, has urged church leaders to embrace change and adhere to established systems to propel the church forward. 

He made this call during the Ministers and Wives session of the Takoradi Area Apostolisation service.

Apostle Nyamekye, in his sermon, emphasised the importance of understanding the dynamics of systems.

He stated: “To comprehend events or processes in any ministry, we need to understand how people work together.”

He further explained that a system is any group of people in regular contact with each other and that all organised human entities exhibit unique dynamics governed by their own rules and interactions.

The Chairman delved into the principles governing systems, stating, “Any action taken by a person in the group will have an effect throughout the entire system.”

He also discussed the inherent resistance to change within systems, pointing out that “systems act to preserve themselves.” indicating the challenges leaders face in implementing change within established structures.

He emphasised the importance of adapting roles, rules, and rituals to support organisational change, asserting changing a system or an organisation’s culture takes commitment, persistence, hard work, and time.

Apostle Nyamekye stressed the necessity for leaders to internalise and embody the vision they seek to instil within their congregations.

The event, which began on February 6, 2024, is set to end on February 11, 2024. It was attended by the wife of the Chairman, Mrs Mary Nyamekye, Apostle Sylvester Arhin (Takoradi Area Head), Apostle Onyinah Gyamfi (Dunkwa Area Head), Apostle Emmanuel Kwesi Osei Fosu (Sefwi Bekwa Area), Apostle ADP James Tetteh (Sekondi Area Head), Elder Prof. Stephen Owusu Korankye (Finance Board Chairman), Apostle Ekow Badu Woode (Rtd) and Apostle Robert Ackon (Rtd).

Ministers and wives in the Sekondi and Takoradi Areas of the Church were also present.

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Doing Good Is Part Of The Gospel – Elder Dr. Ken Aboah web

Doing Good Is Part Of The Gospel – Elder Dr. Ken Aboah

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Elder Dr. Lawyer Ken Aboah, a National Executive Committee (NEC) member of the Evangelism Ministry of The Church of Pentecost, has advised Christians to engage in holistic evangelism by providing tangible help to others.

According to him, in proclaiming the gospel message of Christ, Christians must also demonstrate the love of Christ to unbelievers through meeting their felt needs.

Elder Dr. Aboah shared this insight today during his presentation on the opening day of Dansoman Area Apostolisation (Ministers Session) ongoing at the Mambrobi Central Assembly auditorium.

Speaking on the topic: “Holistic Witness to Transform the World,” Elder Dr. Aboah explained that “Unleashing,” in the context of Vision 2028, involves getting members out of the fortress of the church into their spheres of influence and transforming them while “Transformation” is the conversion of souls and the conversion of society through the Gospel.

He pointed out that the “Possessing the Nations” agenda aligns with the mission statement of The Church of Pentecost, which states: “We exist to establish responsible and self-sustaining churches filled with committed, Spirit-filled Christians of character who will impact their communities.”

He stressed that Christians should not only proclaim the gospel message but also be interested in impacting the communities in which they live. Wholistic Witness, according to Elder Dr. Aboah, is about reflecting and impacting communities with Christ’s whole Gospel for the whole person in an attempt to transform cultures and societies.

“Doing Gospel Work involves proclamation plus transforming politics, governance, social service delivery, disaster mitigation, economy, empowerment, environment, climate change, agriculture, food security, trade & investment, sports, academia, science, and development, among others,” he said.

He highlighted that Jesus lived a holistic life, a reason why his disciples were intellectually, spiritually, physically, and socially empowered. Jesus did not only proclaim the gospel but also demonstrated it through good deeds to many.

Elder Dr. Aboah emphasised that believers should focus not only on their eternal abode in heaven but also on making a positive impact in this world and transforming societies.

He advised believers to intensify their evangelism efforts and employ all means to draw humanity to Christ as souls perish. He urged them not to relent but to be aggressive in winning souls, stating: “We must do this until all the kingdoms of this world become the Kingdom of our Lord Jesus Christ.”

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Transform Your Own World – Apostle Agyemang Bekoe Tells Members web

Transform Your Own World – Apostle Agyemang Bekoe Tells Members

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The International Missions Director (IMD) of The Church of Pentecost, Apostle Emmanuel Agyemang Bekoe, has indicated that church members are mandated under Vision 2028 to transform their world individually. 

He made this call on Tuesday, February 6, 2024, at the opening session of the 2024 Apostolisation (Officer’s Retreat) in the Techiman Area when he spoke at the Ministers and Wives session at the Dwomor Central Assembly Auditorium. 

Apostle Agyemang Bekoe explained that under Vision 2028, not only are pastors directly in charge of ministry and transforming the world, but every single member of the church is mandated to take control of their spheres, which includes their homes, workplaces, and anywhere they find themselves for transformation.

Speaking on the theme, “A chosen people unleashed,” the IMD explained that a chosen people means selected people.

Drawing inspiration from 1 Peters 2:9, Apostle Agyemang Bokoe disclosed that when God chooses people, “they are hidden for a time but revealed after a time,” adding that, “The Church of Pentecost has gone through the hiding season and is now in the season of being revealed.” 

“Vision 2023 was the period God hid The Church of Pentecost, and Vision 2028 is the revelation period,” he said. 

He also stated that people whom God chooses are not ordinary people. He, therefore, called on ministers to make their churches extraordinary with the spirit of God present.

Another characteristic he noted is that chosen people do not fear the laws, dangers, and intimidation of the world, saying, “It doesn’t mean there won’t be fear or danger. But in the face of danger, courage is used.”

Apostle Emmanuel Agyemang Bekoe admonished ministers to ensure that all their sermons and activities throughout the year align with the 2024 theme, “A people of God, unleashed to transform their world,” and Vision 2028 as a whole.

Present at the service were Apostle Isaac Nii Kotei Djani (Techiman Area Head and the RCC Coordinator for Bono and Ahafo Regions) and Prophet Samuel Tetteh Doku (New Tafo Area Head).

The Techiman Area Apotolisation is divided into two sessions. The morning sessions will be attended by ministers and their wives from Tuesday, February 6, 2024, to Friday, February 9, 2024, while the evening sessions will be attended virtually by officers, proposed and potential officers from various zones and selected districts.

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