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The Dawhenya District Women’s Ministry, in collaboration with the Schools Outreach Ministry of The Church of Pentecost, joined the global celebration of the International Day of the Girl Child to show support and commitment to the development of young girls.

The ministry made a notable impact by visiting the Dawhenya D/A Basic School, where they interacted with the students, particularly focusing on the girl child.

During the visit, the ministry delivered inspirational messages, encouraging the girls to be confident in themselves and pursue their education, since education is a key to securing a bright future.

A major highlight of the event was an engaging session on menstrual hygiene, led by Deaconess Esther Pratt. She educated the girls on proper hygiene practices and encouraged them to embrace their womanhood with confidence.

As part of The Church of Pentecost’s corporate social responsibility, the Women’s Ministry also made a generous donation of sanitary towels to support the girls, underscoring the church’s commitment to their physical and emotional welfare.

The event was graced by the presence of Deaconess Sabina Teye, the District Women’s Leader, along with her assistant, Deaconess Agnes Ofori, and several other executive members and members. This memorable occasion stands as a testament to the church’s unwavering commitment to the cause of young girls and their holistic development.

The ministry expressed their heartfelt gratitude to the school authorities, teachers, and the entire student body for their warm reception and active participation, which made the event a success.

Report by Berlinda Yayra Atsatsa

The Dansoman Area Virtuous Ladies of The Church of Pentecost, in collaboration with the Area School Outreach Ministry (SOM), brought together young girls from basic school to observe the International Day of the Girl Child.

On Friday, October 11, 2024, the group organised an educational and exciting event at the President Barack Obama Basic School at Dansoman’s Salvation Park.

This year’s celebration, held under the theme: ‘Girl’s Vision for the Future: Unleashing the Girl-Child for an Impactful Future,’ was attended by a delegation of pastors and their wives from the Dansoman Area.

Elder Nathan Ahwireng, the Area SOM Coordinator, addressing the students, outlined the values they should cherish and obstacles they must overcome.

Pharmacist Victoria Abeka, on her part, spoke on menstrual hygiene and the dangers of abusing emergency contraceptive pills, stressing the importance of maintaining good menstrual hygiene for positive reproductive health.

The wife of the Area Head, Mrs Rebecca Adjoa Sey, shared some experiences she had growing up as a young girl and advised the girls on what to do.

A significant highlight of the event was the introduction of Girl-Child Coordinators for lower and upper primary female students.

Elder Benjamin Allotey led the students in a spiritual session, resulting in many giving their lives to Christ.

The team from Dansoman Area of the church donated 300 customized exercise books, 300 sanitary pads, 300 toothpastes, 300 toothbrushes, 300 pens, and 15 packs of drinks and biscuits to the students.

The Assistant Headmistress of the school, Madam Yaa Asantewaa Ampadu-Minta, received the donations and thanked the church for the massive support.

Other dignitaries present included Pastors Paul Mahama and Philip Tamakloe, as well as Deaconesses Miriam Tagoe, Kate Lartey Quarcoopome, Doris Baah, Margaret Addai, Georgina Addo and Vivian Asiedu.

Report by Dansoman Area Media

In a significant step to empower girls beyond the church walls, the Women’s Ministry of the Sawla Area, in collaboration with the Schools Outreach Ministry (SOM) of The Church of Pentecost, has celebrated the United Nations’ International Day of the Girl Child.

This year’s event was observed on October 11, 2024, under the theme, “Girls’ Vision for the Future: Unleashing the Girl Child for an Impactful Future.”

The Sawla area, led by Pastor Frederick and Mrs. Joana Mina Obboh, organised a special event at the Pentecost Preparatory School, Bole aimed at reaching out to young girls and promoting holistic development.

The event was graced by the National Coordinator for the Schools Outreach Ministry, Pastor Frank Mensah Tandoh, who shared an inspiring message titled, “Hadassah: The Model Woman,” based on Esther 2 and 4.

He stated that God has a divine purpose for all persons. He explained that just like the slave girl Esther who later became queen in Babylon, God has a plan for each girl’s future (Esther 2:5-7).

He, therefore, entreated young girls to take responsibility of their life by honouring the beauty God has given them to keep themselves pure for Christ and their future husbands (Esther 2:9). He further advised them to be obedient and respectful to their parents, guardians, teachers, religious leaders, and also embody hard work, modesty in dressing and prioritize their spiritual growth through regular Bible reading and prayer.

The pupils were led in a prayer session by the Area SOM Coordinator, Probationary Overseer Isaac Brobbey Boadu, resulting in 30 students making the decision to accept Jesus Christ into their lives.

Each girl received essential items, including sanitary pads, exercise books, pens, mathematical sets, and devotional guides from the Schools Outreach Ministry.

Special guests at the event included Deaconess Angelina Boerima (Sawla Area Women’s Ministry Leader), Pastor Godfred Osei-Frimpong (Bole District Minister), Deaconess Cecilia Gakpetor (Bole District Women’s Ministry Leader), Elder Nathan Kwasi Goloto (Headmaster of the school), staff, among others.

We extend our heartfelt gratitude to the Schools Outreach Ministry and the Sawla Area Women’s Ministry for their generosity and the time spent empowering our girls.

Report by Nathan Kwasi Goloto