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Every Christian Is Destined For Greatness – Pastor Prah Amonoo Asserts

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The New Tafo District Minister of The Church of Pentecost, who doubles as the New Tafo Area Secretary, Pastor George Prah Amonoo, has assured Christians that by virtue of their belief in Christ Jesus they are destined for greatness and prosperity.

He explained that Jesus, whom they have believed is able to do above and beyond what they can envision.

“We serve a God who raises the poor from the dust and lifts the needy from the trash heap; seats them with noblemen and gives them a throne of honour,” Pastor Prah Amonoo said this in a sermon he preached on Sunday, June 18, 2023, to wrap up the Yennyawoso District Week celebration held at the Redemption Assembly auditorium, under the theme: “Be the Head and Not the Tail For Maximum Impact In the Nations.” – (Deuteronomy 28:13).

Speaking on the topic: “You Are Destined For Greatness,” culled from 1 Samuel 2:8; 2 Corinthians 8:9; Romans 8:30; Jeremiah 1:5, among other scriptures, Pastor Prah Amonoo revealed that when God created humankind, He put the seeds of prosperity and greatness in them. He, however, said that man lost these inherent virtues to sin.

The New Tafo District Minister stated that Jesus Christ was, therefore, sent to the earth to restore man to his former dignity. 

“For you know the grace of our Lord Jesus Christ: Though He was rich, for our sake He became poor, so that by His poverty we might become rich,” he noted.

He, therefore, stated that anyone who accepts Jesus Christ as Lord and Saviour shares in this promise of greatness and affluence.

The New Tafo Area Secretary explained that though the promises of God are sure, this does not mean Christians should sit idly and fold their arms in anticipation of God’s blessings.

To access the blessings of God and become great, Pastor George Prah Amonoo urged Christians to be purposeful in life; hardworking and develop good work ethics (2 Thessalonians 3:10).

He further advised them to be faithful to the Lord in tithing and offering, and be generous towards others (Proverbs 11:24-25; Galatians 6:9-10), saying, “If you sow into the ministry of man of God, God will bless you.”

Report by Emmanuel Nana Nsiah

PENSA-Cape Coast Sector Zonal Games Held web

PENSA-Cape Coast Sector Zonal Games Held

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The Cape Coast Technical Institute (CCTU) hosted the zonal games event organised by the Pentecost Students and Associates (PENSA), Cape Coast Sector on Saturday, June 17, 2023.

The participating schools for the event were Cape Coast Nursing and Midwifery Training College (CCNMTC), Ankaful Psychiatric Nursing Training College (PNTC – Ankaful), and Cape Coast Technical University (CCTU).

Activities undertaken were football, volleyball, sack race, and tennis ball for both male and female categories.

The PENSA Traveling Secretary for Cape Coast Sector, Pastor Blessing Joseph Quayson, in his introductory remarks, mentioned that “the purpose of these games is to fulfill the holistic development mandate of the Youth Ministry Vision 2023, which seeks to meet the holistic needs of the young people.”

He added that these games will meet the physical needs of the students and also bring unity among PENSA members in the sector.

Reading from 1 Timothy 4:7-8, the PENSA Traveling Secretary urged the participants to train themselves to be godly.

He emphasised that, even though physical training has some values or benefits, godliness has more value or benefits for both the present life and the life to come.

Pastor Quayson also encouraged the participants to use the opportunity to share the gospel of Christ with others who have not given their lives to Christ.

The event was ceremonially opened with a tennis ball match between the PENSA Traveling Secretary and a student.

At the end of the games, PENSA-CCTU Ladies won the football tournament, and PENSA-PNTC Gentlemen emerged first in the men’s football competition and the sack race.

PNTC Gentlemen and CCTU Ladies emerged first for the volleyball competitions.

PENSA-CCNMTC Gentlemen also won the tennis ball contest, while their ladies won the sack race.

Some individual honours were also presented to outstanding participants.

The PENSA Traveling Secretary and the Sector Head, Elder Raynold Nii Addo, took turns presenting various trophies and awards to the deserving institutions and players.

Kate Pratt and Esther Larbi of PENSA-CCTU, as well as Alex Konadu of PENSA-PNTC, who scored two goals each, were adjudged the best players of the tournaments.

Stanley Asare of PNTC and Celestina Nartey of CCTU also took home the Best Male Coach and Best Female Coach awards, respectively.

In attendance were Pastor Ebenenzer Ayivi Okoampah (Ebubonko District Minister), Elder Bismark Afrifa Marfo (Sector Finance Secretary), and all PENSA presidents and executives.

Report by Agnes Odei (PENSA CCTU Ass. Secretary)

Twifo Wamaso District Honours 3 Officers Upon Retirement web

Twifo Wamaso District Honours 3 Officers Upon Retirement

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The Twifo Wamaso District in the Twifo Praso Area of The Church of Pentecost has organised a grand ceremony to honour three officers who have faithfully served the Church for several years.

The retired officers, namely Elders James Annam (39 years of service), Daniel Twumasi Ankrah (38 years of service), and Emmanuel Abeka (28 years of service) were celebrated in a memorable event held at the Twifo Mampoma Church auditorium on June 6, 2023.

Apostle David Nii Addo-Pappoe, the Twifo Praso Area Head, chaired the programme, assisted by Pastor George Mpoamoh Yenabi, the District Minister.

Pastor Eugene Tettey Duodu of the Twifo Mampong District delivered the sermon on the topic, “God is not unjust; He will not forget your work,” based on Hebrews 6:9-12 and Job 41:11, among other biblical passages.

Pastor Duodu emphasised that God never overlooked the efforts made by His children to advance His kingdom.

He highlighted that God, being the owner of the earth and everything in it, can bless His faithful servants immeasurably. He concluded by encouraging everyone not to lose heart in their service to God, as their labour will never be in vain.

Expressing his heartfelt appreciation to the retirees, Apostle David Nii Addo-Pappoe, the Area Head, thanked them for their selflessness and unwavering dedication, which significantly contributed to the growth and progress of the Church in the Area.

To honour their exceptional services to the Church, the retirees were presented with citations of honour and certificates of service.

The event was attended by Mrs Faustina Addo-Pappoe, the wife of the Area Head, ministers and their wives in the Area, and Mr Stephen Cobbinah, the Circuit Supervisor of the Ghana Education Service for Twifo Agona, among other distinguished guests.

Report by Joseph Smiles Adu.

Atasemanso Assembly Church Building Dedicated web

Atasemanso Assembly Church Building Dedicated

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Thirty-five years after its establishment, members of the Atasemanso Assembly in the Santasi District of The Church of Pentecost can finally breathe a sigh of relief following the completion and dedication of their church building.

The edifice, which cost approximately GHS 1,287,016.10 to construct, was dedicated by Apostle John Budu Kobina Tawiah, the Kwadaso Area Head, during a colourful ceremony held last Sunday.

Speaking on the theme “House: A Dwelling Place For Man; Man: A Dwelling Place For God,” with references from 1 Corinthians 9:10 and 2 Kings 4:8-17, Pastor Ben Akuetey Noye, the Asuoyeboa District Minister, explained during the event that a house is built to be a dwelling place for man.

He used the example of the Shunamite woman, who built and furnished a house and handed it over to Elisha and his attendant to be used as a dwelling.

Pastor Noye emphasised that every house derives its name from the occupants of that house.

He further stated that a church building is a place for people to worship God, not for God to dwell in, as God does not reside in houses built by human hands.

The Asuoyeboa District Minister also stated that God has made the human body His dwelling place and desires to dwell within humans, as mentioned in Revelation 3:20.

During the dedication of the building, Apostle J.B.K Tawiah thanked the late Chief of Atasemanso, Nana Owusu Barimah I, for donating the land for the building during his reign.

The Chief of Atasemanso and his elders, who were present at the event, were impressed by the magnificent nature of the building and praised the Church for bringing such honour to their community.

The Presiding Elders, who had been involved in the assembly since its inception, were acknowledged for their various roles in acquiring the land and overseeing the actual construction.

In attendance were the Kwadaso Area pastorate and their wives, as well as some officers and members from the Santasi District and the Atasemanso Assembly.

Report by Kwadaso Area Media Team

5 Districts In Tema Area Donate To Missions web

5 Districts In Tema Area Donate To Missions

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In a remarkable display of generosity, five districts within the Tema Area of The Church of Pentecost have made significant donations to support the missions enterprise of the Church.

The districts, Community 12, Community 1, Tema Newtown, Tema Greenwich Meridian, and Koluedor, took turns to present various items to aid the work of missions.

The Community 12 District made a substantial donation, including one tricycle, two motorbikes, and 30 half-pieces of wax print. These items were presented at a short ceremony at the Tema Area Office.

Meanwhile, the Community 1 District donated a brand-new Royal motorbike to the Jimbale District in the Walewale Area. The presentation was made by Pastor Sampson Dzefe, the District Minister of Community 1, to the Area.

Not to be outdone, the Tema Newtown District extended its support by presenting 36 half-pieces of wax print, 24 pieces of cloth, a bicycle, and various other essential items. Pastor Stephen Ameyaw Frimpong, the District Minister of Newtown and Chairman of the Area Missions Committee handed over these contributions to the Walewale Area Office. Apostle Norman A Danquah, the Walewale Area Head, gratefully accepted the items on behalf of the Area.

In yet another commendable gesture, the Tema Greenwich Meridian District contributed to internal missions with 30 half-pieces of wax print and two bicycles. Pastor Dr. Suleman De-Graft Issaka, the District Minister of Tema Greenwich Meridian, represented the district during the presentation. Elder Isaac Obeng, the Area Accounts Officer, received the items on behalf of the Church.

Additionally, the Koluedor District demonstrated its commitment to internal missions by donating three half-pieces of wax print.

Expressing profound gratitude on behalf of the Area, the Tema Area Missions Chairman commended the districts for their extraordinary acts of kindness, stating, “I believe that these donations will significantly accelerate the work of missions and spread the gospel to unreached communities.”

He emphasised that these acts of generosity further underline the districts’ commitment to supporting missions and highlight the importance of unity and generosity within the Church.

“These acts of kindness will undoubtedly make a lasting difference in the lives of those reached by these missions and contribute to the overall growth of the Church,” he said.

Report by Tema Area Media.

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Mankessim Timber Market District Inaugurated, Mission House Dedicated

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The newly created Timber Market District in the Mankessim Area of The Church of Pentecost has been inaugurated to the glory of God.

The inaugural service, officiated by Apostle Samuel Antwi (Cape Coast Area Head and Executive Council Member) and assisted by Pastor Isaac Kofi Annan (Mankessim Area Head), also included the dedication of the mission house for the new district.

The event took place on Thursday, June 15, 2023, at the forecourt of the New Mission House at Obidan. Pastor Nathaniel Amo (Nananom District Minister), Mrs. Margaret Serwaa Antwi (Wife of the Cape Coast Area Head), and Mrs. Alberta Effua Annan (Wife of the Mankessim Area Head) were in attendance.

The Timber Market District was carved out from the Nananom District in the Area. The creation of the new district was initially proposed in 2022 under the leadership of the former Area Head, Apostle James Nana Ofori (now retired), and the former Nananom District Minister, Pastor Ebenezer Ofori Ansong.

During his sermon on the topic “The Church as the Family of God,” Apostle Samuel Yaw Antwi, who also serves as the Coordinator for the Central Regional Coordinator Committee (CRCC), emphasised that the church is the family of God. He highlighted the importance of being born again, believing in and accepting Jesus as one’s Lord and personal Savior to be part of this family.

“As a person is made a family member by birth, so the Holy Spirit gives birth to the members of the Church,” he stressed.

Apostle Antwi further noted that, just as every family has a family head, the leaders of various hierarchies of the Church serve as the family heads. Therefore, the family members must exhibit virtues and fulfil responsibilities within the Church.

He outlined virtues such as love, respect for one another, visitation, praying for each other, truthfulness, and avoiding selfishness. These qualities are essential for every member of the family and contribute to the beauty of the church, as well as making members responsible in society.

“There is enough room at the top for everybody. We need not fight one another,” he opined.

Apostle Antwi also commended Pastor Isaac Kofi Annan, Pastor Nathaniel Amo, the District Presbytery, and the members for their excellent work in ensuring the successful completion of the mission house project. He also praised the previous Area Head and Nananom District Minister for their pioneering work on the Mission House.

The five-bedroom Mission House project was funded by the Church’s Headquarters, Mankessim Area, and Nananom District. The event was also attended by the Odikro and Abusuapanin of Obidan, the Area pastorate and their wives, as well as church members from the Nananom and Timber Market districts.

Following the official inauguration and dedication of the district mission house, the Mankessim Timber Market District is now set for the arrival of its first District Minister in August this year.

Report by Pastor Joel Beddim & Pastor Emmanuel Amankwah

Wiaga Central Church Building Dedicated web

Wiaga Central Church Building Dedicated

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The Wiaga District Central Assembly church building in the Bolga Area of The Church of Pentecost has been dedicated to the glory of God.

Apostle Emmanuel Kwesi Acquah, the Bolga Area Head, officiated the dedication ceremony on Sunday, June 4, 2023, assisted by Pastor Richard Frempong, the Wiaga District Minister.

Apostle Emmanuel Acquah thanked the district for prudently using the allocated Church funds to construct the building.

He fervently prayed for God’s blessings and peace to encompass all who gathered in the church building, including the chief, the elders, and the entire Wiaga township.

In his remarks, Naab Aloysius Asiuk II, the Paramount Chief of Wiaga, extended his appreciation to the church leadership for constructing a special place of worship in the community.

He promised to participate actively in the church’s fellowship, saying, “This is now the house of the Lord, and it shall be my house of prayer.”

The Wiaga District of The Church of Pentecost was created in 2003 from the Sandema District.

Report by Pastor Richard Frempong.

PIWC Goaso Hosts Gospel Dinner Night web

PIWC Goaso Hosts Gospel Dinner Night

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The Pentecost International Worship Centre, Goaso (PIWC Goaso), a ministry of The Church of Pentecost, recently organised a captivating gospel dinner night named “Besorah.” 

The event, a brainchild of the Resident Minister, Pastor Eric Herbert Acheampong, was held in collaboration with the Area Evangelism Ministry and the Home and Urban Missions (HUM) to climax the National Evangelism Week-long activities. 

The participants engaged in a series of activities, including a red carpet and photoshoot session, an interaction with a Lifestyle Coach, stand-up comedy, and a soul-stirring “Bless the Mic” musical session, accompanied by a delightful selection of Ghanaian, Nigerian, and continental dishes.

In an address, Pastor Acheampong said that the event aimed to foster strong fellowship among members, saying, “This occasion is specifically designed to reach out to backslidden members and foreign nationals residing in Goaso.”

Speaking on the topic, “Come and Dine”- (John 21:12 and Revelation 3:18), Pastor Acheampong said that after causing a miraculous bounty catch of fish, Jesus invited the disciples to share in a meal.

Pastor Acheampong underscored the significance of Jesus’ invitation, describing it as “a special and heartfelt appeal to enrich lives through Him.”

 “Jesus is the Bread of Life, the only sustenance on which we can truly feast,” he pointed out.

The Resident Minister further explained that Jesus’ plea for the disciples to come and dine was a personal invitation extended to all, irrespective of social class, race, colour, or status. This shows that God’s invitation knows no discrimination and is open to everyone.

“By accepting Jesus’ invitation and opening their hearts, individuals establish a relationship with Him and partake in fellowship through shared meals,” he added.

He highlighted that those who respond to this invitation are guaranteed eternal life.

In light of the approaching end times, Pastor Acheampong called upon those yet to embrace Christ as their Lord and personal Saviour to consider doing so. He emphasised the urgency of the matter.

The impactful ‘Besorah Dinner Night’ led to the salvation of nine souls, including commercial sex workers, and the rededication of other backsliders to Christ.

Report by PIWC Goaso Media Team.

The Church of Pentecost Renovates Zebilla DA Classroom Block web

The Church of Pentecost Renovates Zebilla D/A Classroom Block

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The Zebilla District in the Bawku Area of The Church of Pentecost has successfully renovated a three-unit classroom block for Zebilla D/A Primary School in the Bawku West district at a cost of GHC 8,700.00.

The school, which is purported to be the oldest in the district (established in 1946), has trained prominent people of the region.

Despite its goodwill, the school facility was in a deplorable state and needed urgent attention.

In fulfillment of the Church’s strategic vision (Vision 2023) which includes championing societal transformation, the Zebilla District came to the aid of the school.

During a short ceremony on Wednesday, June 14, 2023, to hand over the project back to the school authorities, the Bawku Area Head, Pastor Eric Gyacham, encouraged the leaders and all present to cultivate the spirit of maintenance culture for nation-building.

Speaking in an interview with PENTECOST NEWS on the sidelines of the event, the Zebilla District Minister, Overseer Michael Kudodzi, said that the Church does not exist only to offer spiritual help, but rather, through a holistic approach, it seeks to bring spiritual, physical, economic, and social transformation and development to human life and the communities it resides in.

Present at the ceremony were representatives of the Zebilla District Director of the Ghana Education Service (GES), the Circuit Supervisor, the Director in charge of Finance and Administration, the Deputy Coordinating Director of the Bawku West District Assembly, as well as the Headteacher and staff of the school.

The event also had in attendance a cross-section of the Area pastorate and their wives.

Report by Bawku Area Media Team

Medical Village Assembly Church Building Dedicated web

Medical Village Assembly Church Building Dedicated

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The Nkwanta Area Head of The Church of Pentecost, Apostle Seth Dwamena Asante, has dedicated the Medical Village Assembly church building in the Sabon District of the Church.

Presented to assist the Area Head in dedicating the building, which took place on Friday, June 9, 2023, were the District Minister, Pastor Gordon Boadi and other ministers in the Area.  

The building project started in 2020 when the assembly received a CBCB grant from Headquarters after worshipping under a pavilion for some time. 

The sermon was delivered by the Brewaniase District Minister of the Church, Pastor Albert Adu-Gyamfi, on the topic: “The need for church buildings,” – Haggai 1:1-8. 

Among other things, Pastor Adu-Gyamfi said that church buildings are essential to Christian worship because God takes pleasure in them and exhumes His glory. 

He added that a church building shows the presence of God in the community, serves as a place to meet God and have fellowship with Him, provides a consistent meeting place for Christians or church members in an area, and is a place to nurture the saints. 

Pastor Adu-Gyamfi, therefore, admonished church members to use their resources to support church-building projects and take good care of them since it is the “House of God.”

Bringing his sermon to a close, Pastor Albert Adu-Gyamfi said that in the current dispensation, God’s temple is not a physical building, but rather, His people (1 Cor. 3:16-17).

He called on believers to prioritise making their bodies a fitting dwelling place for the Holy Spirit.

Report by Pastor Albert Adu-Gyamfi (Chairman, Area Media Committee).