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The Ultimate Goal Of The Church Is To Deliver The World To God – Apostle Nyamekye

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The Chairman of The Church of Pentecost and President of the Ghana Pentecostal and Charismatic Council (GPCC), Apostle Eric Nyamekye, has stated that God has mandated the Church to deliver the kingdoms of the world into the marvellous light of Jesus Christ.

He revealed this on Wednesday, August 14, 2024, when speaking at ‘Maximum Impact ’24 Summit’ organised by the Powerhouse Ministries International, Accra.

Referring to John 3:1, Apostle Nyamekye indicated that the God’s greatest focus is the world. He explained the God demonstrated His extreme love for the world by giving His only begotten Son to be sacrificed for the salvation of the world.

According to him, since God’s focus is the world, the Church should also focus on redeeming and transforming the world for God.

The Chairman mentioned that all activities done in the church are not the end of Christianity but are meant to prepare the Church to step out and transform the world.

Questioning why corruption is still a major challenge facing Ghana even though there are church auditoriums scattered all over the country, he averred that it is so because the Church has not been unleashed into the world to transform it.

He revealed that God has given the Church, which encompasses everyone that has accepted Christ as their Lord and personal Saviour, the power to live a transformed life. He, however, cautioned that the power has not been given to the Church to be kept in church buildings but to go out and set free those who have been made captives by the kingdoms of the world.

The GPCC president lamented that the challenge with Christians in recent times is that they see the Church as a building and limit God’s presence there, saying, ‘It is time Christians recognise that the Church of God is limitless and without boundaries.’

Apostle Eric Nyamekye called on all believers to note that ministry does not only involve pastors and apostles but every single individual who has accepted Jesus Christ as their Lord and Saviour.

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Continue To Support The Church To Do More - Apostle Kumi-Larbi Tells Church Officers web

Continue To Support The Church To Do More – Apostle Kumi-Larbi Tells Church Officers

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The Ashaiman Area Head and Executive Council Member of The Church of Pentecost, Apostle Alexander Nana Yaw Kumi-Larbi, has encouraged lay leaders (officers) to continue to do more for the church so that the Church’s Vision 2028 will be realized.

He made this appeal on Thursday, 8th August 2024, at the recently concluded Lay Leaders School in the Michel Camp zone.

Responding to questions posed by some lay leaders, the immediate-past General Secretary of the Church explained that it is prudent for both current and former principal officers of the Church to remain politically neutral to make an impact on the nation.

“That is the position of the Church, and the same is expected of its Ministers,” he added.

Furthermore, Apostle Kumi-Larbi opined that institutions of the Church, such as the Pentecost Convention Centre (PCC), Pentecost Hospital, and Pentecost University (PU), are built to high standards and aim for excellence.

In view of this, the European Union has partnered with PU to build the first Engineering Village in the sub-region, he revealed.

On the issue of why the Church does not acquire lands in developing areas before prices reach exorbitant levels, he explained that the Church’s strategy is to acquire strategic lands that are needed now while supporting ongoing projects.

“Indeed, members of the Church would be dissatisfied if ongoing projects were halted to invest funds in acquiring lands we would not have an immediate need for,” he said.

“Don’t give attention to those individuals who are using social media to propagate falsehoods about the Church and its leaders. They just want to divert our attention,” Apostle Kumi-Larbi added.

The former Chief Scribe of the Church concluded by thanking all lay leaders present. The Lay Leadership School is an annual event held to equip lay leaders of the Church.

This year’s school featured topics such as the Church Leader’s Personal Growth and Development and Unleashing Agents of Peace for Election 2024.

In attendance were District Ministers and their wives, Ministry Leaders, and Officers of the Church.

Report by Ashaiman Area Media Team

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Be A Servant Leader – Apostle Oboubi Admonishes Christian Leaders

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The General Secretary of The Church of Pentecost, Apostle Samuel Gyau Oboubi, has admonished Christian leaders to strive to be servant leaders.

Apostle Oboubi made this call on Sunday, August 11, 2024, when he was speaking at the farewell service of Pastor Gabriel Owusu at the Osu Central Assembly church auditorium.

Delivering a sermon titled “The Christian Leader,” he underscored the essence of a good leader in all aspects of life, noting that a blind leader will lead his or her followers into a ditch.

He indicated that Christian leaders must not be blind (spiritually) so that those they lead will not be led into destruction. According to Apostle Oboubi, leadership is not a call to lord over followers but to serve them.

He urged Christian leaders to be like Jesus, who always exemplified servant leadership when He was on earth. One such instance is when He washed the feet of His disciples, which was not supposed to be the case under Jewish law since He was a master.

Touching on the expectations of Christian leaders as servant leaders, the Chief Scribe of The Church of Pentecost mentioned that such leaders don’t have any significant rights and should do all that ought to be done without expecting praise and commendation.

He also revealed that servant leaders are shepherds who sacrifice their personal comfort for the well-being of their flock and take the time and energy to build solid and genuine relationships with those they lead.

Apostle Oboubi also noted that such persons are instruments in God’s hand, which is the greatest privilege any person can have.

He added that Christian leaders who are servant leaders must be seen as soldiers who are disciplined and focused solely on the mandate of God, who has called them.

The General Secretary, therefore, called on all ministers and Christian leaders to emulate Jesus’ style of leadership, cautioning that “if you don’t shepherd God’s flock well, you’re creating a problem for yourself because it cost someone (Jesus) His blood to save His flock.”

Also present at the service were Apostle Dr. Colonel B. G. Kumi Wood, Chaplaincy Ministry Director, and his wife; Rev. Dr. David Adotey, Chairman of the Ghana Pentecostal and Charismatic Council, Osu South District; and some pastors from the La Area Pastorate.

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Pastor Joseph Ntoso Retires From Active Ministry web

Pastor Joseph Ntoso Retires From Active Ministry

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After serving God and The Church of Pentecost for 29 years, from 1995 to 2024, Pastor Joseph Anenyah Ntoso and his wife, Mrs. Epiphany Ntoso, successfully retired from active ministry on Sunday, July 28, 2024.

The service, held at the Central Assembly of the Juapong District in the Agormanya Area, was organised to honour the minister, whose ministerial journey took him to Ajakaa-Manso, Adansi-Asokwa, Tema-West, Sakumono, Atonsu Bokoro, Worawora, and finally Juapong.

Speaking at the event on the theme “Complete Your Mission,” Apostle Francis Yaw Adu, the Nsawam Area Head, encouraged the congregation to fulfill their mission.

Reading from Luke 13:20-32, Apostle Yaw Adu defined a mission as the specific objective or aim one seeks to attain.

He emphasised that every individual is created with a unique mission and that The Church of Pentecost exists to guide and assist each believer in their endeavor to fulfill that mission.

The Nsawam Area Head observed that the believer’s mission is holistic in nature and calls for the engagement of the whole person for a holistic witness of the living Christ.

He stressed that the call to holistic witness must be reflected in the workplace, modeled in the home, and evident in every sphere of life.

Apostle Adu noted that completing a divine mission comes with challenges, personified in the passage as “Herod, the King.” Among such challenges that hinder the fulfillment of a divine mission are hardship (2 Corinthians 11:28), dangers (2 Corinthians 11:24, 27), persecution, and spiritual warfare.

In concluding his message, he urged the congregation to “stay focused and stay on the mission (Proverbs 3:5-6), use God’s resources or warfare tools such as the Word of God and the Holy Spirit as a comforter, keep moving and trusting in God’s timing and power (Zechariah 4:6), be strategic in your mission, plan your mission, and consider mission a joyful enterprise.”

Reflecting on the ministry of Pastor Joseph Ntoso, the Agormanya Area Head, Apostle Dr. Samuel Gakpetor, encouraged the congregants to genuinely serve the Lord in every space or opportunity given and not to trivialize any opportunity.

Also in attendance were Apostle Patrick Aseyero (Suhum Area Head), Apostle Emmanuel Kojo Aidoo (Asamankese Area Head), and over 900 congregants, including ministers and their wives.

Report by Area Media Team

Be Conformed To The Image Of Christ - Pastor Akwaboah Advises Church Leaders web

Be Conformed To The Image Of Christ – Pastor Akwaboah Advises Church Leaders

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The outgoing Buokrom Estate District Minister of The Church of Pentecost, Pastor Emmanuel Yaw Akwaboah, has advised Christians, particularly church leaders to model their lives, behaviours, attitudes, and values after that of Christ Jesus.

Pastor Yaw Akwaboah shared this advice during the 2024 Mid-Year Presbytery Meeting organised by the New Tafo Area on Friday, July 19, 2024, at the M. K. Yeboah Memorial Temple.

Speaking on the topic: “Unleashed To Be Like Christ To Transform Your World,” based on Romans 8:29-30, the clergyman emphasised that God’s people always stand out and take on the responsibility of reflecting Christ’s image. He explained that as individuals who are born of God, Christians are called to exemplify the character of God, just as Christ Jesus did during His time on earth.

Jesus’ life was a life of godly character; therefore, we should strive to be like Him in all realms of life,” he stated, quoting Luke 23:22.

Pastor Yaw Akwaboah underscored that Jesus exhibited qualities such as compassion, patience, humility (Matthew 11:29), obedience, purity, faithfulness, all while reaching out to sinners through the preaching of the Gospel, urging Christians to embody these traits in their efforts to transform their world.

He also encouraged the presbyters to mentor new converts and help them grow in the faith.

Highlighting the virtue of humility, the Buokrom Estate District Minister pointed out that God opposes the proud but offers grace to the humble, citing James 4:10 and illustrating this with the story of Jesus, who has been exalted and given a name above all names for His humility. He warned against the dangers of pride, asserting, “Your pride is your soon-to-come destruction.”

He stressed the need for Christians to rely solely on the Holy Spirit for strength to conform to the image of Christ at all times.

Pastor Emmanuel Yaw Akwaboah and family are scheduled to be farewelled on Sunday, August 11, 2024, as they proceed on transfer to Asonkore District in the Obuasi Area.

Among those present at the meeting were Prophet Samuel Tetteh Doku and his wife, Mama Victoria (New Tafo Area Head), the Area pastorate and their spouses.

Report by Emmanuel Nana Nsiah

KNUST SRC Executives-Elect Pay Courtesy Call On PENSA Campus Pastor web

KNUST SRC Executives-Elect Pay Courtesy Call On PENSA Campus Pastor

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The 64th Students Representative Council (SRC) of the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST), on Tuesday, July 30, 2024, paid a visit to Pastor Jonathan Ebo Quaye, the Resident Campus Pastor of the KNUST branch of the Pentecost Students and Associates (PENSA).

The team consists of Mr. Kane Nana Francis (President-elect), Mr. Samuel Afful (Vice President-elect), Ms. Samuella Opoku Agyemang (General Secretary-elect), Mr. Joshua Appiah-Kubi (Financial Secretary-elect), and Ms. Nana Yaa Aduakye (Women’s Commissioner-elect).

Congratulating the newly elected student leadership, Pastor Ebo Quaye, stated: “I am proud of you all, especially Ms. Samuella Opoku Agyemang and Ms. Nana Yaa Aduakye, who are both members of PENSA-KNUST, for being part of the 64th Students Representative Council.”

He further said that leadership is service to God and humanity, urging them to practice servant leadership using Jesus Christ as a perfect example for them to emulate.    

Pastor Ebo Quaye commended them for their dedication and support towards PENSA-KNUST and the broader Christian community on campus. He encouraged them to hold on to their Christian virtues and pursue excellence in their respective roles.

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

Mr Kane Nana Francis, the SRC President-elect, on behalf of his colleagues, expressed his gratitude to PENSA-KNUST for their warm reception and support during the elections.

The President-elect and his team shared their insightful vision with Pastor Ebo Quaye. They emphasized their commitment to creating a conducive environment that prioritizes the views of students in decision-making.    

Pastor Jonathan Ebo Quaye said a heartfelt prayer for them, requesting for the grace of God as they carry out their respective duties.

Report by Erica Owusu Acheampong (Editor Librarian, PENSA-KNUST)

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New Gbawe District Supports Missions Work In Kunsu District

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The New Gbawe District under the Odorkor Area of The Church of Pentecost has given a generous donation to support missions work in Kuntu District in the Kintampo Area.

During a short presentation ceremony on Wednesday, August 7, 2024, at the General Headquarters of the church in Accra, a delegation led by the Odorkor Area Head, Apostle Isaac Tetteh Juddah, presented four bales of second hand clothes, a brand new motorbike, rechargeable speaker, and an undisclosed amount of money to the International Missions Office to be handed over to the Kunsu District.

The International Missions Director (IMD) of The Church of Pentecost, Apostle Emmanuel Agyemang Bekoe, who received the items on behalf of the Missions Board, was full of commendation to the Kunsu District and the Odorkor Area for having a good heart towards the spread of the gospel.

Receiving the items on behalf of the Kunsu District, the District Women’s Ministry Leader, Deaconess Cecelia Ankoma, expressed gratitude to the New Gbawe District for the overwhelming support to her district. She asked for God’s blessings upon the donors.

She noted that the items, especially the motorbike, will go a long way to help their evangelism drive, since there are many inaccessible communities in the district due to the poor road network.

Present at the presentation ceremony were Pastor Peter Danso Duku (New Gbawe District Minister), Pastor Abraham Addae Agyemang (Odorkor District Minister), Pastor James Owusu Kusi (Personal Assistant to the IMD), and Mrs Victoria Kumi-Woode (Senior Administrative Manager at the Office of the IMD), among others.


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Erpreben Travel & Tour Honours PPS-Assin Foso Headmaster

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Erpreben Travel & Tour, an air travel company in Ghana, has presented a brand new Nasco fridge to Elder Samuel Opoku Boadi, the headmaster of Pentecost Preparatory School (PPS)-Assin Foso.

The gesture was in recognition of him receiving the Overall Best Headmaster award from the Pentecost Social Services (PENTSOS) Directorate for four consecutive years.

The presentation was made by Elder Eric Kofi Sam, the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Erpreben Travel and Tour, during the Assin Foso Area’s Mid-Year Presbytery Meeting on Friday, July 19, 2024, at the Foso Station church auditorium.

Speaking to PENTECOST NEWS in an interview, Elder Kofi Sam mentioned that the donation aimed to appreciate Elder Boadi, who received the “Headteacher of the Year” award for 2019, 2020, 2021, and 2022.

He was hopeful that the donation will spur him on in his quest to promote academic excellence and create a supportive learning environment in the school.

In his response, Elder Samuel Opoku Boadi expressed gratitude to Elder Kofi Sam and Erpreben Travel & Tour for the thoughtful gesture.

Additionally, the company presented a deep freezer to Apostle Fred Andoh, the outgoing Assin Foso Area Head, who is retiring this year.

They also gifted a refrigerator for the Area Office and one for each staff member, along with a television set.

It is worth mentioning that during the Easter Convention earlier this year, the company, through Elder Kofi Sam, donated GTP cloths to all ministers’ wives in the Area.

They have also enrolled about 4,000 members of the church onto the National Health Insurance Scheme (NHIS).

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Downtown-Ofaakor Area Women's Ministry Hosts ‘The Complete Woman’ Series web

Downtown-Ofaakor Area Women’s Ministry Hosts ‘The Complete Woman’ Series

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The Downtown-Ofaakor Area Women’s Ministry of The Church of Pentecost hosted the ‘Complete Woman’ TV series on August 1, 2024.

With an overwhelming attendance, the women fraternity of the area gave a resounding welcome to the Women’s Ministry Director, Deaconess Philomina Mireku, and her deputy, Deaconess Vivian Amfo.

The event, hosted by Deaconess Gloria Amefa Amenyo, discussed the subject, “An Unleashed Woman Living a Flourishing Life Through Personal Devotions.”

Panellists shared their biblical findings, views, and experiences with the audience. They concluded that women have inherent potential to succeed but must be nurtured gradually by daily devotions. Deaconesses Theresa Asiamah, Diana Appiah, Stella Annan and Mrs Salomey Agyei brought a lot of light to the subject under discussion.

The Virtuous Ladies took their turn to discuss the subject, “The Unleashed Virtuous Lady, Maximizing Her Time to Make Maximum Impact.” Their discussion highlighted the need for young ladies to manage their time with discipline. Panel members shared how they routinely manage their time, and the benefit derived.

The discussion was hosted by Deaconess Franca Ewurama Darko. Panel members for this discussion included Deaconesses Mary Opoku, Abigail Essel, Eunice Akoto, and Gifty Darko Ampem.

The Women’s Director, Deaconess Philomina Mireku, on her part, admonished women not to be overly enthused with friendship and spending too much time engaged in gossip.

As part of her closing remarks, Mrs Lucy Dede Edzorhoho (Wife of the Area Head), advised all women not to take devotions lightly but to make it a habit, using her personal experience.

The Area Head, Apostle William Kojo Edzorhoho, encouraged the Virtuous Ladies to use their energies wisely.

Present at the service were ministers and their wives in the area, and the Area Women’s Ministry Leader, Deaconess Christiana Agyare Opoku and her executive committee members.

Report by Overseer Stephen Danso, Abamkrom

Old Tafo Area Women’s Ministry Embarks On Outreach Programme At PENSEC-Kumasi web

Old Tafo Area Women’s Ministry Embarks On Outreach Programme At PENSEC-Kumasi, Donates Stationery To The School

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The Old Tafo Area Women’s Ministry of The Church of Pentecost, on Sunday, July 21, 2024, embarked on an outreach programme at the Pentecost Senior High School (PENSEC) in Kumasi, aiming to support the students, particularly the final year students and ease their fears about the upcoming West Africa Senior School Certificate Examination (WASSCE).

Led by the Area Leader, Deaconess Mavis Addai, the ministry presented 2000 pieces of whiteboard markers to the school valued at GHS 5,500.00 and a token of money to purchase pens for the final year students, in line with the Church’s “Possessing the Nations” agenda.

During the visit, the students warmly welcomed the Area Women’s Ministry and engaged in songs of praise and worship. Leaders and their executives from the 13 districts within the Area also attended the event alongside the Area leadership.

Deaconess Mavis Addai delivered a sermonette on the topic: “Trusting In God’s Plan,” drawing from Jeremiah 29:11.

She emphasised the importance of planning and highlighted God’s perfect plan for mankind, urging students to maintain their faith in God regardless of their circumstances.

Special prayers were offered for the final year students, and the event concluded with an altar call, resulting in four students accepting Christ Jesus.

Pastor Mathias Wornu, the Chaplain of PENSEC-Kumasi, who also serves as the Resident Minister for Estate Worship Centre, accepted the donations on behalf of the school. He expressed gratitude to God and the Old Tafo Area Women’s Ministry for their generosity, assuring that the donations will serve the intended purpose.

Some of the final year students also shared their experiences during the event.

Report by Dennis Owusu