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

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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

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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

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Yennyawoso District Fetes Widows

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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

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“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

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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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Deputy PEMEM Director Is Asamanghene-Elect, Awaits Official Swearing-In web

Deputy PEMEM Director Is Asamanghene-Elect, Awaits Official Swearing-In

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The Deputy Director of the Pentecost Men’s Ministry (PEMEM), Elder Ebenezer Acheampong, is set to be sworn-in as the next Chief of Asamang following his nomination and subsequent approval as the Asamanghene-Elect.

His ascension to the Asamang Sarpong stool was unanimously approved by the chiefs and elders on Thursday, December 21, 2023, in line with Asante customs and traditions.

Elder Acheampong becomes the 13th occupant of the Asamang Sarpong stool after the demise of Beema Owusu Sekyere in 2016.

He was sent to Nana Asamoah Sekyere II, Nsutamanhene, last Friday [December 22, 2023], by the Asamanghemaa and the sub-chiefs, as customs demand, and was accepted as the Asamanghene-elect pending the final swearing-in ceremony.

Elder Ebenezer Acheampong, former Acting Head of Procurement at the Ministry of Food and Agriculture and Procurement Consultant in charge of World Bank Funded Projects at MoFA, is also the immediate-past Presiding Elder of the Pentecost International Worship Centre (PIWC) in Kokomlemle, Accra.

He is an entrepreneur who has established companies like Zeotec Limited, a manufacturing company; Aca-City Farms, a commercial farm; Pathos AIB Limited, a manufacturing company; Biazo Realtors, a real estate company; Pathos Agro Limited, and AFMREC, a natural resources research firm.

Elder Acheampong holds a BSc in General Agriculture from the University of Cape Coast and an MSc in Socio-Economics of Rural Development from the University of Gottingen, Germany.

He is married to Abena Konadu Acheampong and is blessed with four children, two boys, and two girls.

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I Was Inspired By The Chairman's Special Evening Service – Deaconess Otumfuor web

I Was Inspired By The Chairman’s Special Evening Service – Deaconess Otumfuor

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A member of The Church of Pentecost, Deaconess Bridgette Lovelace Agbedam Otumfuor from Kpone District in the Tema Area has opened herself to learning and, by the grace of God, has acquired special and unique skills that are worth commendation.     

She recently graduated from EKGS Culinary Institute with four Diploma Certificates in four different Courses: Sugar Craft Art, Pastry Art and Balloon, Ribbon and Floral Art. 

EKGS is a catering school located at Sakaman, Accra. She graduated alongside some members of The Church of Pentecost. At the 45th Graduation of the school, which marked the 25th Anniversary at the Accra International Conference Centre, Deaconess Bridgette Otumfuor was rewarded as the overall best student. 

One of the skills she demonstrated in her Sugar Craft Art, which was one of the event’s highlights, was a cake she made with the picture of the Chairman of The Church of Pentecost, Apostle Eric Nyamekye. 

As to what inspired her to make that cake, Deaconess Otumfuor explained that she was inspired by the Special Evening Service by Chairman Nyamekye on Sundays. She thanked the Chairman for such inspiring teachings every Sunday evening.

Report by Kaakyire Kwaku Asante.

Jesus Was Born To Bring Life To Humanity – General Secretary web

Jesus Was Born To Bring Life To Humanity – General Secretary

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The General Secretary of The Church of Pentecost, Apostle Samuel Gyau Obuobi, has affirmed that Jesus Christ, the Word of God, was born to bring life that is satisfying to humanity.

Life, he said, is the most important asset of humanity, hence the most important asset of humanity is found in Christ.

Apostle Obuobi said this in a sermon at the Community 20 District Christmas convention in the Teshie-Nungua Area of The Church of Pentecost on Saturday, December 23, 2023.

The convention held at the F. D. Walker Temple located at Cambodia, Community 20, was under the theme, “He came to set the captives free” – Luke 4:18-19. Present at the service were the Teshie-Nungua Area Head, Apostle Wilberforce Nkrumah Agyeman; the wife of the General Secretary, Mrs Korkor Obuobi, and the Community 20 District Minister, Pastor Justice Appiah Afful, among others.

Speaking on the topic, “Born To Give Life” – John 1:1-4, the General Secretary revealed that the Word of God is not just sounds and symbols, but a personality called Jesus Christ, with John introducing him as God and divine.

Highlighting the two things about the Word, he said it has creative powers and life.

He revealed that the Word has the capacity and the power to create, recounting the creation story in Genesis 1:3-4, Colossians 1:15-17 where God through his Word called things that were not there into being. Citing John 1:3, Apostle Obuobi said that inherent in the Word of God is the power to create. He prayed that the creative power of God be made manifest in the lives of the people.

Quoting Hebrews 1:1-3, he indicated that not only does the Word of God create, but it has the power to sustain all things. He, therefore, encouraged believers not to be afraid of the uncertainties of the ensuing year, because the power of the Word will sustain them.

The General Secretary further explained that Jesus, who is the Word of God, became flesh (allowed himself to be conceived by a woman and born into the world) – John 1:14, Revelation 19:12-14, so he could share the life in him with the world.

According to him, the very moment one accepts Christ, that person shares in this new life, saying, “As a believer, you are a carrier of life, so you are not an ordinary person.”

He challenged Christians to let the life in them touch other people (John 7:38) to transform others to make the world a better place for all.  

He indicated that Jesus Christ may not physically be present with us, his word is with us and is still active – John 6:63.

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Elder Dr. Emmanual Yeboah Honoured At Ghana Medical Excellence Awards web

Elder Dr. Emmanual Yeboah Honoured At Ghana Medical Excellence Awards

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The Presiding Elder of the New Aplaku Central Assembly in the Kasoa Area of The Church of Pentecost, Elder Dr. Emmanuel Owusu Yeboah, was honoured at this year’s Ghana Medical Excellence Awards as “Overall Best Dentist” (First Runner-Up).

The glittering ceremony was held on November 24, 2023, within the hallowed halls of the State House in Accra, where luminaries from the medical field gathered to honour excellence.

The New Aplaku Assembly, where Elder Dr. Yeboah has been an instrumental figure, received the news with pride and much excitement.

Consequently, Congratulatory messages poured in from colleagues, parishioners, and well-wishers, highlighting the positive impact Elder Dr. Yeboah has had on the lives of those he has served.

In a gracious acceptance speech, Elder Dr. Yeboah expressed profound gratitude to God for the honour bestowed upon him.

He underscored the significance of oral health in the broader context of overall well-being and emphasised the collective effort of the entire dental community in advancing healthcare standards.

According Elder Dr. Yeboah, the accolade serves as a resounding recognition of his outstanding contributions, not only to his local community but to the broader landscape of healthcare in Ghana.

Report by the Media Team, New Aplaku District

Elder Emmanuel Berko Is Kwaku West District's Best Farmer In Non-Traditional Crops web

Elder Emmanuel Berko Is Kwaku West District’s “Best Farmer In Non-Traditional Crops”

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Elder Emmanuel Berko, who fellowships at the S.K Ofosu Memorial Temple in New Aplaku District of The Church of Pentecost, clinched the prestigious “Best Farmer in Non-Traditional Crops” award during Kwahu West District’s National Farmers’ Day celebration.

He was presented the award during this year’s National Farmers’ Day observace on December 1.

The award is a testament to Elder Emmanuel Berko’s resilience, hard work and recognition of his dedication to innovative and sustainable farming practices.

The National Farmers’ Day observance and awards ceremony underscores the critical role played by farmers in driving agricultural innovation and promoting the broader national agenda for sustainable agriculture and food security.

Report by Aplaku District Media Team