COP Elder Installed Paramount Chief web

COP Elder Installed Paramount Chief

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Elder Dr Abraham Okrah of the Adenta District of The Church of Pentecost has been installed the Omanhene (Paramount Chief) of the Debibi Traditional Area in the Bono Region.

Under the stool name Obrempong Osabarima Amoako Gago II, a thanksgiving service has been held to climax activities marking his coronation.

The well-attended service, which was officiated by the Haatso Area Head of The Church of Pentecost, Apostle William Boakye Agyarko, took place on Sunday, April 28, 2024.

Delivering the sermon at the service, Apostle Boakye Agyarko spoke on the theme “Justice.” His main text was taken from l Samuel 8:1-19.

He said the main reason why God granted the people of Israel their request for a kjng through Prophet Samuel was that the people were unhappy with the way the two sons of Samuel appointed as judges over Israel were perverting justice for their selfish gains and interests.

He emphasised that the cardinal function of a chief is to administer justice.  He said justice, when well served, brings peace and harmony, fairness and togetherness, unity, love and belongingness. 

He, however, stressed that when justice is denied, conflicts, strives and all sorts of disturbances occur, saying, “The absence of justice hinders the development of the affected area or community.”

Apostle Boakye Agyarko, therefore, admonished all traditional rulers in the Church and those in places of authority at workplaces to always pray for wisdom and insight as requested by King Solomon to be fair and transparent to all manner of persons when their issues come before them for adjudication.

Apostle Boakye Agyarko then led the congregation to pray for Elder Dr. Obrempong Osabarima Amoako Gago ll.

Present at the thanksgiving service were Chiefs and Queen mothers in the Area, Pastor Paul Adzebill who is the Area Secretary, Pastor Emmanuel Oppong Donkor Adenta District Pastor, Pastor William Amponsah Asiamah who is the Area Coordinator of the Chieftaincy Ministry and some members of the Area committee.

Report by Godwin Gborglah (Area Chieftaincy Committee Secretary)

Possessing The Nations Agenda Not For The Aged - Chairman web

“Possessing The Nations” Agenda Not For The Aged – Chairman

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The Chairman of The Church of Pentecost, Apostle Eric Nyamekye, has asserted that the success of the “Possessing the Nations” agenda hinges on the church’s vibrant youth, with the adult membership providing guidance to ensure its success.

He, therefore, charged ministers and other church leaders at all levels to engage the youth meaningfully by loving and involving them in all church activities.

His exhortation, inspired by Joshua 13:1, is founded on the belief that it is the youth who possess the energy needed to take territories for the Lord.

Speaking on a three-divisional topic with “Building the Church of God” as its broad theme at a meeting with the Antwerp Zone of the Church in Belgium, Apostle Nyamekye emphasised that today’s youth must be assigned roles in the church’s operations because they represent the strength and greatest hope of tomorrow’s church.

While focusing on the first sub-topic, “Build the Church to Last,” Apostle Eric Nyamekye emphatically stated that building a lasting church requires intentional involvement of the youth at all levels of leadership. He noted, “The youth are the strength and greatest hope of tomorrow’s church.”

Consequently, he urged church leadership at all levels to nurture, love, and involve the youth in church programs to better position them to take over from today’s generation. He referenced a statement by E. Pinto: “The society that hates its youth has no future.”

“Let’s love them; make adjustments in our programs for them; involve them in the choir, choreography, recitations, and reading of the scriptures; let’s support them and adjust our programs sometimes to help them,” he said.

Referring to Judges 2:10, Apostle Nyamekye reminded the congregants of Israel’s failure to prepare their youth to take over from Joshua’s generation and its repercussions on the nation. He warned that the church could face a similar grim reality if today’s leadership fails to prepare tomorrow’s leaders.

“If we fail to do so, they will go through the back door. Let’s create interest in them and encourage them because we need to build the church to last,” he remarked.

The call to involve the youth in all activities of the church does not mean compromising the church’s treasured beliefs and core values. Quoting 1 Corinthians 3:9-14, he cautioned, “When we are building, let’s be mindful about how we are building and the quality of materials we use, knowing that fire will test it one day.”

“Let’s be mindful of the quality and integrity of the materials we use to build. We must remember that the churches we are building are not for self, but for God’s glory,” he stated.

“We need to know that leadership is not a marathon, but like a relay race, which has to be gauged and run to win; it is not a marathon. Leadership is about tomorrow.

“Human beings expire; we come into the world in phases, and we will go in phases. So, anytime we are building a church, we must be mindful of the materials we use and recognize the limits of what we can achieve in our generation,” he said.

Explaining why today’s church leadership must be futuristic in their operations, Apostle Nyamekye stated, “No generation possibly finishes the work because every day sinners are born onto this planet. Every generation comes with its own challenges, and it takes the people of the same generation to deal with the challenges of their generation.”

Referencing Deuteronomy 6 and Psalms 78, Apostle Nyamekye urged the congregation to ensure a proper handover to the next generation. “Let’s enjoy our local church, but let’s build a church that will last,” he added.

Beyond the church, he urged, “Pay attention to your family; they are your greatest asset. If you want your name to outlive you, bring your children to God. Let’s change our minds concerning the young people,” he concluded.

Report by David Tagoe, Antwerp

Twifo Bimpong-Egya District Holds ‘Super Duper Prayer Festival 2024’ web

Twifo Bimpong-Egya District Holds ‘Super Duper Prayer Festival 2024’

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The Twifo Bimpong-Egya District in Twifo Praso Area of The Church of Pentecost has held a massive fasting and prayer conference dubbed, ‘Super Duper Prayerfest 2024.”

The programme which took place from 16-21 April 2024 at Twifo Bimpong-Egya Central church auditorium on the theme, “Unleashed with Great Mantle of Anointing” (2 Kings 2:1-15), was under the leadership of the District Minister, Pastor Abraham Gyabaah.

To the glory of God, a total of 24 souls were won for Christ, 58 receiving the Holy Spirit baptism, and 23 testifying of receiving their healings.

Some of the main speakers were the wife of the district minister, Mrs Evelyn Gyabaah, Elder Philip Annan and Elder Samuel Edusei. Deaconesses Barbara Abban and Elizabeth Lorlonyo with many other singers, rocked the prayerfest with powerful song ministrations.  

Addressing the congregation to climax the programme on Sunday, April 21, 2024, the Twifo Praso Area Head, Apostle Lawrence Otu-Nyarko, based his sermon on the topic, ‘Unleashed to Excel in the Grace of Giving’ (2 Cor. 8:1-8).

Apostle Otu-Nyarko mentioned three pillars that help in the expansion of the gospel: the preaching pillar, the praying pillar, and the paying pillar. According to him, members of the church can help transform their world by preaching the good news, praying for the expansion of God’s kingdom, and giving bountifully to support the work of God.

‘As a child of God, you should, first of all, give your body to Him as a living sacrifice, and after that, you should learn to pay your tithes faithfully and give generously to support the work of  God,’ he stressed.

Present at the programme included Mrs Doris Otu-Nyarko (wife of the Area Head), Elder (Hon.) David T. D. Vondee (Member of Parliament for Twifo Atti Morkwa), and Elder (Togbe) Ringo Gottah (Chief of Bimpong-Egya), among others.

Report by Joseph Smiles Adu.

Couple Blessed With Child After 11 Years Of Marriage web

Couple Blessed With Child After 11 Years Of Marriage

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Mr Domo-Erinuu and his wife, Esther, have been blessed with a child after 11 years of marriage, a testament to the power of faith and perseverance in the Lord.

The couple, who worship at New Senchem Assembly in Wassa Senchem District in Twifo Praso Area of The Church of Pentecost, got married in 2014, with the expectation of starting a family immediately. However, after several years of waiting without any signs of having a child, they underwent various fertility tests, but all efforts proved futile.

Despite the challenges, the couple remained hopeful, and their faith was rewarded with a bouncing baby girl, after 11 years of marriage.

The joy of this miracles was celebrated at a christening ceremony of the baby girl on April 14, 2024, where the District Minister, Overseer Albert Kojo Quaicoe, spoke on the importance of raising children in the fear of God.

Overseer Quaicoe, using the Bible text from Genesis 18:18-19, emphasised the need for parents to ensure their children grow up with the principles and values of God, so they can become responsible members of the church and society.

He also cautioned that the waywardness of children can lead to the discontinuation of God’s blessings in a family as seen in the cases of Eli, the high priest and Samuel, the prophet in the Bible. He, therefore, advised parents to be deliberate in grooming their children to be upright, obedient and God-fearing.

The ceremony was attended by the wife of the district minister, Mrs Dorcas Quaiko, and other dignitaries.

The couple’s story serves as an inspiration to those who may be going through similar challenges, reminding them that with faith and perseverance, even the most seemingly impossible dreams can come true.

Report by Joseph Smiles Adu.

The Church Must Rule the World - Apostle Eric Nyamekye web

The Church Must Rule The World – Apostle Eric Nyamekye

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As criticism and cynicism against the Church become rife in some circles, the Chairman of The Church of Pentecost, Apostle Eric Nyamekye, has underscored the need for Christians to ensure that the Church remains strong in contemporary times.

Speaking at the Antwerp Zone to members of The Church of Pentecost in Belgium, Apostle Eric Nyamekye, focusing on the first of three sub-topics, “Building to be Strong,” referenced Matthew 16:18-19 and said, “We need to build the Church to be strong so that not even the gates of Hades can withstand the forward march of the Church. The Church is not a weak entity; it is something so powerful.

“When you see a Church playing weak, it’s all because of a generation that is only churching. But the Church must rule the world so that heaven will partner with the Church and cause what we say to come to pass,” he stressed.

The Chairman described the Church as a community of holy people walking in love and advancing into the world with the gospel of salvation. These are not perfect people, but holy people because God is in them, walking in love so that the whole world will know God through them.

“The Church must be powerful enough to answer questions—the difficult questions. It should be able to meet needs and solve problems.

“The Church should be a real Mount (Obadiah 1:17), able to receive sinners and, with the power of God, transform sinners into saints,” he said.

As an equipping centre, Apostle Nyamekye said God must be in the Church, as His presence is crucial to the Church.

“The Church must not be an ordinary ministry; God must be in our midst. When we meet, we must be able to smell the presence of God. If we want to experience His presence, we must carry His presence into the Church. The lifestyle of members of the Church must change for the watching world to know that God is in His Church.”

He continued, “The Church we are seeking to build is made up of those called out to be part of the community called the Church so that they would be able to transform their world.

“God calls us out and calls us together for a purpose: to become a community of His own people. But it is not enough for the community to meet; they have to advance into the world with the gospel of salvation,” he concluded.

Report by David Tagoe

Chairman Pays Working Visit To Luxembourg web

Chairman Pays Working Visit To Luxembourg

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Apostle Eric Nyamekye, the Chairman of The Church of Pentecost, paid a historic visit to the Church’s branch in Luxembourg on Wednesday, May 22, 2024.

The visit was part of his broader tour of some of the external branches of the church across Europe, following the successful organisation of the Pentecost Conference 2024 in Oberhausen, Germany.

The Church of Pentecost broke grounds in this landlocked country bordered by Belgium, France, and Germany, in October 2022 and has since been making remarkable strides, attracting a diverse congregation that includes indigenes.

The church members, led by Evangelist Sika Kwame, the National Head of the Church, warmly welcomed Apostle Nyamekye and his wife, Mrs. Mary Nyamekye. The excitement was palpable as the congregation eagerly anticipated the Chairman’s message to them.

In his address, Apostle Eric Nyamekye highlighted the crucial role of the Holy Spirit, describing Him as the “power of the Church.”

He urged the members to strive to build a church of relevance and influence by addressing/solving problems and ministering to the needs of the people.

After the address, the church leaders together with some of the members took Apostle Nyamekye and his entourage on a tour of the vibrant town.

Luxembourg, although one of the smallest countries globally, is renowned as a burgeoning business hub attracting people from neighbouring countries for various opportunities.

Apostle Nyamekye’s visit did not only reinforce the church’s mission efforts, but also inspired its members to continue their impactful work in Luxembourg and beyond.

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622 Souls Won for Christ During PENSA Cape Coast Sector Evangelism Outreach web

622 Souls Won for Christ During PENSA Cape Coast Sector Evangelism Outreach

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Six hundred and twenty-two souls, including 122 children, were won during the evangelism outreach, dubbed “Body and Soul,” organised by the Cape Coast Sector of the Pentecost Students and Associates (PENSA).

The event also saw 268 persons baptised in water by immersion, 200 individuals receive the Holy Spirit baptism, and 194 believers rededicate their lives to Christ.

The outreach was held under the leadership of Pastor Blessing Joseph Quayson, the PENSA Traveling Secretary. It took place from Tuesday, May 7th to Sunday, May 12th, 2024, at Moree District in the Cape Coast Area, under the theme, “Jesus Christ, the Only Saviour of the World” (Acts 4:12).

A three-day retreat was organised from May 4th to 6th, 2024, to prepare and equip members through prayers and teaching sessions. The participants left campus for Moree District on Tuesday, May 7th, 2024, energised by the Holy Spirit to preach and win souls for Christ. Upon their arrival, they were welcomed by the District Minister, Pastor George Kweku Tackie, and his executives.

The District Pastor encouraged the students not to be afraid because the Lord was with them and would use them to perform miracles and win souls for Christ. The participants, divided into their respective zones, engaged in various activities such as fasting and prayers, morning devotion, dawn broadcasting, house-to-house evangelism, school visitations, evening services with the local assemblies, and rallies.

God manifested Himself mightily during these activities. A 19-year-old boy suffering from severe head pain that had affected his brain was miraculously healed. A woman named Aunty Akua, who had been suffering from a stroke for three months, received instant healing after intensive prayer and was able to walk. Additionally, a man who had been bedridden and unable to walk for three years was miraculously healed after intensive prayer and walked without any assistance, to the glory of God.

On Sunday, May 12th, 2024, during the closing session, the PENSA Traveling Secretary, on behalf of the students, expressed gratitude to the District Pastor and his wife, the district executives, and the entire membership for their hospitality and support during the outreach.

In total, 70 students participated in the evangelism outreach.

Report by PENSA Cape Coast Sector Media Team

Forestry Commission Solicits The Church Of Pentecost Support For Green Ghana Day web

Forestry Commission Solicits The Church Of Pentecost Support For Green Ghana Day

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The Chief Executive Officer of the Forestry Commission, Mr. John Allotey, visited The Church of Pentecost Headquarters today to seek the church’s support for the upcoming Green Ghana Day on June 7, 2024.

He was accompanied by a high-profile delegation, including Mr. Joseph Osiakwan (Technical Director, Forestry Commission), Mrs. Joyce Ofori Kwafo (Head of Corporate Affairs & Media Relations), and Mr. Elijah Amponsah Asiedu (Director for Internal Audit), among others.

The Church of Pentecost team that received the Forestry Commission officials included Apostle Samuel Gyau Obuobi (General Secretary), Apostle Wilberforce Nkrumah Agyeman (Teshie-Nungua Area Head), Apostle Felix Okyere Anti (Administrative Secretary to the General Secretary), and Pastor Emmanuel Appah (Finance and Administration Director).

Mr. Allotey highlighted the successful partnership between The Church of Pentecost and the Forestry Commission over the past three years, which has been instrumental in the government’s Green Ghana initiative. This initiative aims to plant trees to enhance the environment, and the church has consistently helped the commission achieve its annual target of planting 1 million trees.

Following the official launch of this year’s Green Ghana Day in March, Mr. Allotey’s visit aimed to garner the church’s support once again to meet this year’s ambitious target of planting 10 million trees nationwide. He assured that the commission would provide seedlings at various pickup points, including palaces and churches, making them easily accessible to the public. The seedlings will include timber trees like mahogany, ornamental plants, and fruit trees such as mango.

Mr. Allotey praised The Church of Pentecost for its leadership in environmental care, noting that the commission views the church as a formidable partner in this initiative. He suggested that the church mobilise its members and utilise its media outlets to create awareness and sensitise the public about the upcoming event.

The General Secretary, in turn, thanked Mr. Allotey and his team for the visit. He emphasised that the church’s involvement in environmental initiatives is inspired by scripture, noting that the first place God placed man was in the Garden of Eden, with a charge to work it and take care of it. This biblical mandate, according to him, continues to guide the church’s environmental efforts.

He reported that, in the last three years, the church has successfully planted 1.6 million seedlings, achieving a remarkable survival rate of 87%. He assured the Forestry Commission that the church is ready to partner again to ensure the commission’s target for this year is met.

Apostle Samuel Gakpetor, the National Coordinator for the Environmental Care Campaign, outlined the church’s plans for this year’s tree-planting efforts.

He mentioned that the church will request information from the Forestry Commission on various natural reserves where tree planting is necessary. Additionally, the church has identified 262 acres of land in the northern part of the country for tree planting.

The church will also leverage its media platforms to educate members and the public on the importance of tree planting and to create awareness for the event. Furthermore, the church is collaborating with the University of Environment and Sustainable Development (UESD) to hold a dialogue on June 5, in commemoration of World Environment Day, to educate people on the significance of tree planting and build momentum for Green Ghana Day.

Mr. Allotey expressed his admiration for the church’s planned activities, noting that they align with the Forestry Commission’s objectives. He was particularly impressed by the church’s efforts to ensure the survival of the trees planted, commending the church for nurturing the seedlings and ensuring that 87% of the 1.6 million seedlings planted had survived.

Also present at the meeting were Pastor Benedict Eghan (Personal Assistant to the Chairman), Pastor Dr. Felix Klutse (Director, Pent Media Centre), Pastor Eric Ansah (Member, Environmental Care Coordinating Team), and Mrs. Philomina Mireku (Women’s Ministry Director).

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New Takoradi District Organises Mass Wedding web

New Takoradi District Organises Mass Wedding

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The New Takoradi District in the Takoradi Area of The Church of Pentecost organised a mass wedding for six couples.

The historic and well-attended event was held at the Bethel Assembly auditorium on Saturday, April 27, 2024.

Speaking at the occasion, the Kansaworado District Minister, Pastor Samuel Asare-Asamoah, admonished married couples to bear the fruit of the Spirit in order to transform their spheres of influence.

He spoke on the topic, “The Transformed Couple,” with the main scripture references from 2 Kings 4:25-26 and 1 Peter 3:1-7.

Pastor Asare-Asamoah explained that transformed couples are those who believe in Jesus Christ, are baptised into Him through the power of the Holy Spirit, and bear the Fruit of the Holy Spirit.

He further stated that such couples live their lives according to biblical standards, thereby making their marriages special and demonstrating the beauty of Christianity to the outside world.

“Transformed couples do not conform to the standards of the world but strive to be examples of believers in everything they do, ensuring that their conduct glorifies God and transforms their spheres of influence,” he affirmed.

Pastor Asare-Asamoah stressed that marriage was instituted by God and not man, hence the need to marry according to God’s principles, thereby transforming every sphere with kingdom values.

He added that spouses must make a conscious effort to transform their home, family, and workplace as part of championing the transformative agenda of the church.

“Wives must organise their homes very well, maintaining clean surroundings, bathrooms, kitchens, and utensils, while husbands must work hard to secure the financial position of the family,” he indicated.

The New Takoradi District Minister, Pastor Solomon Nii A. Djani, explained that the district decided to organise the mass wedding to regularise the marriages of the members in the district.

The programme was attended by Nana Kwabena Amponsah II (Chief of Subri in the Wassa Fiasi Traditional Area), Mrs. Lydia Maamiley Djani (New Takoradi District Minister’s Wife), District Executive Members, as well as officers and members of the district.

Report by Pastor Ernest Perbi-Asare (Takoradi Area Media Pastor)

Chairman Visits Church In Belgium As Part Of Europe Tour web

Chairman Visits Church In Belgium As Part Of Europe Tour

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Following the successful conclusion of the maiden edition of the Pentecost 2024 Conference in Oberhausen, Germany, on May 18, 2024, the Chairman of The Church of Pentecost, Apostle Eric Nyamekye, has paid a working visit to the Church in Belgium.

This visit was part of a working tour to various churches in Europe to assess their progress and encourage them to continue their Kingdom work tenaciously, as the church seeks to possess the nations.

On Tuesday (May 21) night, the Chairman, accompanied by his wife, Mrs. Mary Nyamekye, met with the Antwerp Zone of the church, which includes Gent, Brussels, and Mechelen.

After participating in the opening prayer, worship, and songs of praise, the lectern was handed over to him. Unlike Apostle Paul, who told the church in Corinth in 1 Corinthians 3:1 that he could not address them as spiritual because they were still worldly, it was plaudit after plaudit for the church in Belgium.

“As I sat through the opening prayer, praises, and worship till now, I have realized that you are a mature church,” he remarked,

He also paid glowing tribute to the officers of the church, noting that the gathering was predominantly officers.

He commended them for their commitment, emphasising that the church owes its presence in 170 countries across the globe to the untiring and remarkably commendable efforts of its officers.

“We want to thank God for your lives and pray that God meets you at the point of your need,” he remarked.

In response, there were shouts of “Amen,” and delight was clearly visible on the faces of the officers in the congregation.

After commending them for their efforts, Apostle Nyamekye then challenged the Church in Belgium to dare to expand their territory, as there are more cities and towns yet to be covered.

“We still have to see to the expansion of The Church of Pentecost. Sit down and map Belgium again. Let’s cover every city; sit down and begin to map Belgium again and target the next town and city.

“When you decide to move and you are deliberate and strategic about it, God will grant you space in the cities and towns. Don’t first look at the resources, but obey the command. Hold onto this faith, and by the time we come here again in the next two years, you will have covered a lot of cities and towns.

“We are encouraging you to dare to move to the next cities and towns in Belgium for Christ,” the Chairman noted.

While urging the leadership of the Church to dare to expand, he advised the young people in the church to offer themselves for full-time ministry or bi-vocation, saying, “There are people who still need the Lord, so we have to offer ourselves to help those who need the Lord to know the Lord.”

Report by David Tagoe, Antwerp