Jema Nkwanta District Holds Youth Empowerment Summit web

Jema Nkwanta District Holds Youth Empowerment Summit

The Jema Nkwanta District in the Kintampo Area of The Church of Pentecost organised a day’s Youth Empowerment Summit on Saturday, November 18, 2023 at the Central Assembly church auditorium

The event, spearheaded by the District Youth Ministry, aimed at equipping and inspiring the next generation of leaders, igniting their passion for change in attitude and personal growth.

The Youth Empowerment Summit was a resounding success and brought together a diverse group of young individuals from 13 local Assemblies in the district, creating a dynamic atmosphere of fellowship and shared learning.

With the theme “Equipped and Repositioned for Maximum Impact,” the summit focused on developing personal devotional life, living as examples in a sex craze world, and becoming impact makers in the society.

The event began with an engaging keynote speech by the District  Minister, Pastor Prince Augustine Ababio, who mentioned that the programme has been running for the past four years.

He challenged the youth to ensure that whatever they learn from the summit should not end there but must be lived out in order to cause the expected impact in society. The address set the tone for the summit, urging attendees to step outside their comfort zones and embrace their potential as catalysts for positive change in and around their communities.

The first speaker, Overseer Ernest Hansen Larbi, the Area Youth Ministry Leader, speaking on the theme of the event, encouraged all and sundry to set a godly standard for themselves as people who are true reflections of Christ. He advised them to rely on the power of the Holy Spirit, which has the ability to help them to live rightly as Christians.

Overseer Daniel Koranteng Kwagyiri, the Anyima District Minister, in turn, emphasised the need for personal devotional life.

He mentioned that the youth must ensure they develop an intimate relationship with Christ through consistent bible studies and prayer life.

He cautioned them not to allow social media take all their time to the neglect of constant communion with Christ.

He entreated them to seek for a place devoid of noise anytime they want to have a personal devotion, just like Jesus, who went to a secluded place (Mark 1:35).

The District Youth Ministry Leader, Elder Godfred Apeawin, gave the third presentation and entreated all and sundry to be salt and light in the world.

Speaking on the topic “The Youth in a Sex-Craze World,” he highlighted on how the world has been saturated with sexuality in all areas of life. This, he said, has increased pornography, fornication and other sexual behaviours amongst the youth. He drew the attention of the youth to the need to live above reproach, saying: “It is possible not to defile yourself as a Christian Youth amidst all the sexual pressures from all corners.”

Pastor Prince Augustine Ababio, in the final presentation on the topic “Dating and Courting Rightly” advised all and sundry to flee from any form of sexual engagements in the name of dating and courtship.

He explained that, sex was mainly created for the married, and for that reason, people must not be lured into believing that it can be done outside of marriage.

He cautioned that sex outside of marriage is a sin that is tantamount to punishment. He entreated all to be aware of the negative and ungodly signs in relationships and flee from them in order not to jeopardise their future.

He urged all school-going youth, especially the teenagers, to focus more on their books and not on entering into a relationship since the future glory can never be compared to the present.

The participants left the summit equipped and empowered, ready to tackle challenges head-on and make a difference in their communities.

Report by Jema Nkwanta Media Team

Yendi Area Women's Ministry Organises ABEDENARS Conference web

Yendi Area Women’s Ministry Organises “ABEDENARS Conference”

The Yendi Area Women’s Ministry of The Church of Pentecost organised its maiden skills training and personal development programme, dubbed “ABEDENARS Conference,” from November 16 to 18, 2023, at the Yendi Central Assembly church auditorium.

The three-day residential retreat was under the theme: “Repositioning Ladies with Skills Set, for Maximum Impact in the Local Church” (Titus 2:7-8, Prov 31:13) and was targeted at virtuous ladies aged 13 to 35.

The programme was modeled after the ABIDEDOES Conference organised earlier this year by the ministry at the national level.

The highly successful maiden conference drew over 300 women from the thirty-two districts of the Area.

Participants were taken through liquid and bar soap making, brown sugar, body powder preparation, and wig cap fixing.

Some of the personal development and social growth topics treated include Manners and Etiquettes, Having a Winning Attitude, and Handling Courtship and Dating in a Godly Way.

Additionally, a medical doctor took participants through mental health and breast cancer education.

Participants were also taken through financial management training to educate them on simple bookkeeping skills.

The resource persons who took participants through the several training sessions were Pastor John Essah (Area Youth Ministry Leader), Deaconess Patricia Aggor (Area Women’s Ministry Leader), Deaconess Sarah Adomako Bonsu (Assistant Leader), Mrs. Getrude Napari, Dr. Harvoh, and Elder Morgan Aggor (Area Deacon).

Report by Pastor Martin Ossom Boafo (Area Reporter)

Kpipka District Organises Maiden MPWDs Convention web

Kpipka District Organises Maiden MPWDs Convention

The Kpikpira District in the Bawku Area of The Church of Pentecost convened its maiden MPWDs Convention on Saturday, September 23, 2023.

This august assembly, under the leadership of Overseer Joseph Akuffo, stood as a living embodiment of the Church’s Vision 2023, dedicated to the transforming every sphere of society with the values of the kingdom of God.

Held under the theme “Jesus Saves,” the convention welcomed 375 attendees, among them were 92 individuals facing various degrees of impairments, from visual impairment to hearing, speech, and mental impairments.

Pastor Atta Adomako Gyamfi, the Garu District Minister delivered the exhortation on behalf of Pastor Eric Gyacham, the Bawku Area Head.

Pastor Atta Adomako’s words struck a deep chord with the audience as he underscored that Christ’s mission transcends all physical limitations, offering salvation to every soul.

He reminded all present of the boundless love of God, manifest in the gift of life and epitomised  in the sacrifice of Jesus Christ.

To the glory of God  35 persons received Christ during the event among whom 10 were baptised in water.

Also, several others were miraculously healed. Prominent among them was Mary Koka, a 58 years old woman at Kpikpira Assembly who had been blind eye since 2016, but had her sight restored by the grace of God.

Ten steel wheelchairs, collectively valued at GHS 15,000.00, which were donated by a philanthropist from Accra, were generously donated to individuals in need to aid their movement.

Overseer Joseph Akuffo, the District minister, expressed deep gratitude to God and Pastor Eric Gyacham, the Bawku Area Head, for their unwavering support in orchestrating this lifetransforming convention.

He also extended heartfelt appreciation to the MPWDs Northern Sector, under the leadership of Overseer Joshua Korku Semador, for their invaluable support and encouragement.

Report by Kpipka District Media Team

National Fulani Convention Underway web

National Fulani Convention Underway

The fourth edition of the National Fulani Convention, a gathering of Fulani Christians and other ethnic groups, is taking place at the Radash Conference Centre in Tamale from November 22 to 24, 2023. 

The convention, organised by the Home and Urban Missions (HUM) of The Church of Pentecost, a ministry that aims to reach out to the unreached people groups in Ghana and beyond, attracted over 400 participants, including Fulani, Chokosi, Kotokoli and Chakali believers. Also present are HUM pastors and their wives, district pastors in the Tamale Area, and the National Executive Committee of HUM, led by the National Coordinator, Apostle Emmanuel Agyei Kwafo. 

One of the remarkable stories of the convention is that of Deaconess Theresa Apam, a Kusaase Queen Mother and a deaconess of the church at Bazua district, who mobilised 42 Fulani converts from Sapelega to attend the programme.

The Tamale Area Head and Coordinator of the Northern Regional Coordinating Committee, Apostle J. B. K. Tawiah, who represented the Chairman of the church, Apostle Eric Nyamekye, commended the church’s leadership for the great vision of establishing HUM. He praised the National HUM Coordinator, Apostle Emmanuel Agyei Kwafo, and his team for the great strides made in reaching people groups that were long neglected.

Delivering a sermon with the theme, “Jesus Saves Sinners,” Apostle Tawiah narrated a passage in 1 Timothy 1:13-15, where Apostle Paul shared his testimony of persecuting Christians, but God showed him mercy and transformed him. 

He explained that God can save all people, regardless of their sins, because of his grace and love. 

He illustrated his point with the parable of the prodigal son, who returned to his father’s house after wasting his inheritance and was welcomed with joy and forgiveness.

The sermon touched the hearts of many participants, especially the Fulanis, who responded to the altar call and accepted Christ as their Lord and Saviour. 

At the end of the opening session, 12 males, 32 females and nine children gave their lives to Christ, making a total of 53 Fulani converts. 

Report by Daniel K. E. Ampomah.

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“Jesus Is Our True Helper” – Apostle Tetteh Juddah Tells Christians

The Odorkor Area Head of The Church of Pentecost, Apostle Isaac Tetteh Juddah, has urged Christians to continue looking up to Jesus, especially in times of trouble, because He is the true helper of humankind.

Apostle Tetteh Juddah said this today when he exhorted congregants during the morning session of the ongoing “Tema-Ashaiman for Christ” Crusade at the James McKeown Memorial Temple in Ashaiman.

Using Psalm 21 as his foundational text, the Odorkor Area Head mentioned that in the days of old, people used to look up to the mountains for help, and in contemporary times, people resort to all sorts of things, including anointing oils.

He, however, stressed that the only true helper of men remains Jesus Christ. According to him, although people deploy security men to guard them, that is not enough, asking, “Can they protect you spiritually?”

“Blessed is the one who makes the Lord his protector because He puts His angels in charge of you,” he added.

Apostle Tetteh Juddah further noted that God is the creator of the world and everything in it, and therefore, He is the one who truly knows what one’s needs are.

“He’s the God of History. He knows your beginning and ending. His thoughts towards you are good,” he stated.

Quoting Psalm 121:7-8, he emphasized that God is a true helper because He has sworn to be the helper of His people even in times of trouble.

He, therefore, urged Christians to consciously make Jesus their helper since they stand to gain more from God’s powerful help (Psalm 121:1-2), providential help (Psalm 121:3-4), personal help, and perennial help.

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140 Souls Won During Second Day Of Tema-Ashaiman for Christ Crusade1 web

140  Souls Won During Second Day Of “Tema-Ashaiman For Christ” Crusade

The heavens echoed with joy as 140 individuals surrendered their lives to Christ during the ongoing Tema-Ashaiman for Christ gospel crusade last night.

The event, hosted at the Nii Oninku Park (Tema Community 1), continues to set remarkable records, boasting an attendance of over 6000 participants.

Preaching at the event, Apostle James Asare, the Kasoa Area Head, emphasised that true satisfaction can only be found in Christ Jesus. He highlighted that many have attempted to discover fulfillment through avenues such as alcohol, drugs, material possessions, money, and pleasure, all in vain.

Apostle Asare stressed that those seeking satisfaction in temporary pleasures are ultimately at a loss. He contrasted this with the eternal and lasting life that Jesus offers.

In a passionate appeal, he called on everyone to embrace the life offered by Jesus for a more meaningful existence.

He assured them that just as the prodigal son was wholeheartedly received by his father on his return, God is also ever ready to welcome them home through faith in Christ Jesus.

Following the sermon, an altar call resulted in 140 individuals, including 29 children, surrendering their lives to Christ. Additionally, 21 backslidden Christians rededicated themselves to Christ.

In a testament to God’s glory, 96 of the new converts underwent water baptism on the same day, with 36 of them also receiving the Holy Spirit baptism.

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Akotokyir District Women's Ministry Donates To Ankaful Psychiatric Hospital web

Akotokyir District Women’s Ministry Donates To Ankaful Psychiatric Hospital

The Akotokyir District Women’s Ministry in the Cape Coast Area of The Church of Pentecost has donated items worth GHS 8,000.00 to the Ankaful Psychiatric Hospital.

The donation was made on Tuesday, November 7, 2023, during a visit to the hospital.

The women’s delegation was led by Mrs. Eunice Mensah (Wife of the Akotokyir District Minister), Mrs. Eunice Akonnor (Wife of the PENSA-UCC Campus Pastor), and Deaconess Mrs. Rita Mbir Bryant (District Women’s Ministry Leader).

During the visit, the team prayed with the patients and presented the items to officials of the facility.

The items were received by Grace Korkor Tetteh (Ag. Deputy Chief Nursing Officer I/C and Senior Midwifery Officer), and some senior nursing officers, namely, Judith Akpetey, Sarah Obuobi, and Biney Ampah Gifty.

Also in attendance were the Women’s Ministry leaders of the local assemblies.

Report by Akotokyir District Media Team

Let Go Of Your Past - Apostle Ankra-Badu Advises web

“Let Go Of Your Past” – Apostle Ankra-Badu Advises

The Tema Area Head of The Church of Pentecost, Apostle Emmanuel Ofei Ankra-Badu, has advised believers and non-believers alike to release the grip of their pasts in order to embrace the abundant life offered by Christ.

He gave this advice during the morning session of the Tema-Ashaiman for Christ gospel crusade today.

Speaking on the topic “Dealing with the Past,” Apostle Ankra-Badu emphasised that to receive the all-sufficient life Christ offers, individuals must liberate themselves from every past experience inconsistent with the new blessings God’s kind of life brings.

Reading from Isaiah 53:19, the Tema Area Head highlighted that dwelling on the past is the only hindrance to enjoying the blessings of the present.

He pointed out that many individuals remain stagnant not because God is unwilling to bless them, but because they lack the new mindset required to receive the fresh things God wants to do, hindered by their past.

“Beware of the devil’s victimization. You’re the Lord’s beloved child, not condemned, so don’t live in past regrets. Release your past and live in grace. It’s time to allow the Word of God to be translated in our lives,” he urged.

He cautioned against being embittered by past offenses, encouraging Christians to let go and allow the new things of God to become their reality.

Apostle Ankra-Badu drew parallels from biblical narratives, citing the prodigal son who, upon realising his mistakes, sought forgiveness from his father and obtained his favour again.

“You need to let go of the past to step into new blessings,” he said.

To be able to effectively let go of the past, he urged Christians to develop a right spirit, believe in the new life, watch their words, have a joyful heart and establish right priorities.

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Day One of Tema-Ashaiman Crusade Records 130 Souls, 120 Baptised In Water web

Day One of Tema-Ashaiman Crusade Records 130 Souls, 120 Baptised In Water

The opening day of the highly-anticipated “Tema-Ashaiman for Christ” gospel crusade lived up to expectation as 130 individuals responded to the gospel message and surrendered their lives to Christ, with 120 undergoing water baptism.

The event, hosted at Nii Oninku Park (Tema Community 1), witnessed an overwhelming turnout of over 3600 participants on its opening day yesterday.

Organized by the Evangelism Ministry in collaboration with the Tema and Ashaiman Areas of the church, the crusade marked a significant spiritual gatheringmarked by testimonies of instant healings and deliverance.

Among the highlights were 33 new converts receiving the baptism of the Holy Spirit, while 11 lapsed Christians rededicated their lives to Christ.

Apostle Dr. Amos Jimmy Markin, the Evangelism Ministry Director and an Executive Council Member of the Church, delivered a compelling sermon on the central theme, “Life that Satisfies,” during the inaugural event.

His emphasis centered on Jesus Christ as the provider of eternal life, the divine existence that fulfills the deepest yearnings of humanity.

He underscored that inviting Christ into one’s life is a catalyst for a transformative experience leading to a changed life.

Distinguished guests present at the event included Apostle A.N.Y. Kumi-Larbi (Ashaiman Area Head and Executive Council Member), Apostle Emmanuel Ofei Ankra-Badu (Tema Area Head), Apostle James Asare (Kasoa Area Head), Pastor Nimako (National Secretary, Evangelism Ministry), Pastor Frank Awuah Fordjour (Crusades Coordinator, Evangelism Ministry), and many other dignitaries.

The four-day crusade is slated to end on Saturday, November 25, 2023, culminating in a health screening exercise.

It is worth mentioning that preliminary activities by the Evangelism Ministry Advance Team towards the main event also yielded over 1300 to the glory of God.

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Jesus Offers Life In Abundance - Apostle Dr. Jimmy Markin web

Jesus Offers Life In Abundance – Apostle Dr. Jimmy Markin

Apostle Dr. Amos Jimmy Markin, the Evangelism Ministry Director and Executive Council Member of The Church of Pentecost, has declared that embracing Jesus Christ brings about a life of profound transformation and abundance.

Apostle Dr. Markin made this proclamation during his sermon on Tuesday, November 21, 2023, at the opening day of the “Tema-Ashaiman for Christ” Gospel crusade. The four-day event, which is taking place at the Nii Oninku Park in Tema Community 1, is under the theme “Life That Satisfies” (John 1:14, John 10:10).

Drawing inspiration from Proverbs 22:4 and John 3:14-18, the Evangelism Director highlighted the core elements of salvation, healing, and deliverance that come with the acceptance of Jesus.

“People seek wealth, honour, and life throughout their existence. They strive for success, recognition, and a life that is truly satisfying. However, many find themselves lacking in one aspect or another. Some possess wealth but lack honour, while others may have both but feel an emptiness within,” he said.

Referring to Hebrews 2:15, Apostle Markin addressed the universal fear of death that haunts many, emphasising that Jesus offers a solution to this fear. “Through the fear of death, people live in bondage,” he explained. “But in Jesus, there is abundant life – a life that satisfies.”

Apostle Markin went on to distinguish between the confused life that some individuals lead, marked by mental and emotional turmoil, and the eternal life promised in Christ Jesus.

Citing the story from Mark 5:1-15, where Jesus encountered a demon-possessed man living among tombs in the country of the Gadarenes, he illustrated how Jesus brings acceptance, freedom, and a complete transformation to all who reach out to Him.

“Jesus is the author of eternal life,” Apostle Markin proclaimed. “He brings light to the darkness in our lives, offering an abundant life that goes beyond the material and superficial. In Him, there is acceptance for the rejected, freedom for the bound, and a satisfying life for all.”

Drawing attention to individuals grappling with issues such as broken relationships, financial challenges, and the weight of sin, Apostle Markin urged the crowd to turn to Jesus, the source of true satisfaction. “In Jesus, one finds not just temporary relief but a lasting solution to life’s challenges,” he declared.

Apostle Dr. Amos Jimmy Markin, therefore, urged all who yearn to experience the abundant life that Jesus promises to invite Jesus into their lives in order to access the life that truly satisfies the deepest longings of the human soul.

The “Tema-Ashaiman for Christ” gospel crusade is being jointly organised by the Evangelism Ministry of The Church of Pentecost together with the Tema and Ashaiman areas. The event will be climaxed on Saturday, November 25, 2023 with a health-screening exercise

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