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The Deputy Youth Ministry Director of The Church of Pentecost, Elder Prof Eric Appau Asante, who serves as director of the KNUST E-Learning Centre, has been adjudged the Star Ambassador of the Association of Commonwealth Universities (ACU) for 2023.

He received this recognition during the 6th ACU Ambassadors Summit held virtually on November 14, 2023, to celebrate the commendable efforts of ACU Ambassadors and facilitate the exchange of knowledge among universities across the Commonwealth.

Elder Prof. Appau Asante was honoured for his significant contributions to the collaboration between ACU and Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST).

Prof. Asante, who has served as an ambassador and lead of the partnership for the Enhanced and Blended Learning West Africa initiative at KNUST, has successfully steered the project to enhance the capacities of faculty members and support staff within the e-learning ecosystem.

The ACU, therefore, acknowledged Prof. Asante’s outstanding achievements and commitment to duty, naming him its Star Ambassador for 2023.

Expressing gratitude for the recognition, Prof. Asante affirmed his dedication to furthering the Vice Chancellor’s vision of making KNUST and the E-Learning Centre a centre of excellence in the subregion.

He took the opportunity to commend the visionary leadership and support of KNUST’s management, led by Prof. Rita Akosua Dickson.

The Association of Commonwealth Universities (ACU) is a global network comprising over 500 member universities across 50 Commonwealth countries is dedicated to fostering international collaboration in higher education.

Currently, KNUST stands out as ACU’s top university in Ghana for engagement with its members, with Prof. Asante serving as the focal point for its largest community of staff and students from a member university in Ghana.

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Apostle Ebenezer Hagan, the Youth Ministry Director of The Church of Pentecost, has called on the youth to embrace “Vision 2028,” urging them to play their part in ensuring its successful implementation.

Vision 2028, also referred to as “Possessing the Nations (Phase 2),” is the five-year strategic vision of the Church spanning 2023 to 2028, which aims at “unleashing the whole church to transform the world with the values and principles of the Kingdom of God.”

Speaking on the topic: “Rise Up To Your Role In Vision 2028 As A Young Person,” at the Oduman Central Assembly on Friday, November 24, 2023, Apostle Hagan highlighted six crucial aspects of Vision 2028, stressing that it serves as a collective call for all members to be unleashed into the world.

He emphasised that this call encompasses the entire church, including individuals and ministries, and is focused on the profound goal of transforming the world.

“Vision 2028 is not just about going out; it’s about going out with a purpose – to transform the world with the Gospel of Christ,” Apostle Hagan declared, adding: “We carry the message of repentance for sinners and the Kingdom principles that can dispel the darkness in the world.”

Drawing inspiration from 1 Peter 2:9-10, the Youth Director reminded the youth of their identity as children of God, emphasising that they are not ordinary but bearers of God’s transformative Word.

“God’s work is done through you; His Word can be used to bring about change in the world,” he affirmed.

Quoting Acts 1:8, Apostle Ebenezer Hagan underscored the mandate of Christians to preach the good news, starting within their immediate circles.

He encouraged the youth to break down barriers and live by the principles of the kingdom of God, urging them to study the Word and always stand for truth and righteousness.

“You do not need to be a Bible scholar to do God’s work. Share the goodness of God, talk about His attributes and virtues, and let your light shine among men,” he charged.

Report by Youth Ministry Media.

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