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The Home and Urban Missions (HUM) of The Church of Pentecost in Takoradi Area, in partnership with Mckeown Assembly in the Effiakuma District, has organised its first event: “2024 Christ for All Missions Ghetto Outreach Fun Games and Health Screening,” for the residents of Effiakuma Zongo.

The event, held under the leadership of Pastor William Tettey Lartey, the Effiakuma District Minister, took place on Saturday, November 23, 2024, at Alata Park in Effiakuma.

During this outreach, 23 individuals accepted Christ, with 16 of them receiving water baptism conducted by Pastor Abrahams Harvoh, the Takoradi Area HUM Coordinator.

To promote the well-being of the participants, over 50 individuals received free health screenings, along with packs containing a well-balanced diet and soft drinks.

Under the supervision of Local HUM Executives, the community engaged in various games, including soccer, ludu, oware, and card games. The Ministry leaders took this opportunity to connect with community members, sharing the Gospel and leading many to accept Jesus Christ as their Lord and Saviour through these fun activities.

Participants were deeply moved by the love shown by the Church and expressed their gratitude to the leadership. Many requested similar programmes in the future to strengthen the relationship between the Church and marginalised community members.

Elder Nathaniel Yamoah Arkhurst, the Presiding Elder of Mckeown Assembly, praised God for using the outreach to win souls for the Kingdom and for sharing the love of Christ with the Effiakuma Zongo Community.

Dignitaries present at the event included Hon. Hamza Mohammed Amin Adam (Assembly Member for Effiakuma Zongo Electoral Area), Mr. Francis Boah (also known as Apasco, former Assembly Member of Effiakuma Zongo Electoral Area), and Mr. Mfum, a respected opinion leader in the community, among other officers and members of the Mckeown Assembly.

Report by Pastor Ernest Perbi-Asare, Takoradi Area Media Pastor

The Nima Alaska District, in partnership with the Home and Urban Missions (HUM) of The Church of Pentecost, Ashaiman Sector, has inaugurated a Community Children’s Club in the district to reach out to the vulnerable children in the community.

The event took place on Saturday, September 21, 2024, at the Nima Alaska Central Auditorium.

The enclaves of Nima, Alaska, Mamobi, Kanda and other surrounding communities are highly populated with migrants from the Northern part of Ghana and other African countries. These communities also face the challenge of substance use disorders and other vices which pose a threat to the children and teens in the area.

The church in its unleashing agenda created the Community Children’s Clubs to engage the children in the community.

Speaking at the launch of the club, Pastor Solomon Anderson, the Ashaiman Home and Urban Missions Sector Coordinator, highlighted the need to snatch vulnerable children through child evangelism and life-on-life discipleship.

Pastor Anderson entreated the children to trust in Jesus because of His unconditional love, omniscience, and constant presence to in their life.  

Pastor Sylvester Ayiah, the Nima Alaska District Minister, encouraged the Sunday School teachers and parents present to make a deliberate effort to save children and support them both spiritually and physically.

He assured the church of his support to sustain the clubs to reach out to other children in the community.

Pastor Ayiah also thanked the Chairman of The Church of Pentecost, Apostle Eric Nyamekye, for the new ministry interventions in line with Vision 2028 agenda of the church.

Each child present was presented with gift boxes.

Report by Seth Mensah Odifo, HUM Media.

The Techiman Sector of the Home and Urban Missions (HUM) of The Church of Pentecost has organised its maiden “Fulani Camp Meeting” for Fulbes within the sector.

The three-day event, which took place from Friday, May 31 to Sunday, June 2, 2024, at the Dwumor Central Assembly in Techiman, saw 15 Fulani individuals, including six children, surrendering their lives to Christ.

Participants were taken through topics such as Assurance of Salvation, Christology, The Role of the Holy Spirit, and Holy Spirit baptism, with three people receiving Holy Spirit baptism with the evidence of speaking in tongues.

They were also educated on Substance Use Prevention, Immigration Issues of Concern, Health Education and Hepatitis B screening, Wealth Creation and Financial Management, where participants were taught how to prepare liquid soap and popcorn. The camp was climaxed with a Communion service at Dwumor Central.

Speakers included Pastor Kwasi Bukari (HUM Pastor for Techiman Sector), Pastor Seth Okletey Narh (Area Secretary, Techiman), Overseer Diallo Abubakar (HUM Pastor, Nkwanta Sector), Pastor Richmond Mensah (Aworowa District), Pastor Emmanuel Kagla (Nkonsia District), Pastor Samuel Katakyie Ware (Hansua District), Elder Appiah Agyarko (Area Deacon, Techiman), SND Vivian Boatemah Nuamah and DNDO Nancy Owusu (Narcotics Control), and Inspector Esther Pomaa Owusu (Immigration Service).

In attendance were Pastor Philip Osei Agyemang (Area Leader, Kintampo), Mrs. Magdalene Bukari, the Sector and Area Working Team Members, and other officers across the Area. All glory to God for a successful and impactful maiden Fulani Camp.

Report by HUM Techiman Sector Media

Apostle Emmanuel Agyei Kwafo, the National Coordinator for the Home and Urban Missions (HUM) of The Church of Pentecost, led a one-day meeting with the National Executive Committee on Saturday, June 22, 2024, at The Church of Pentecost Missions Transit Quarters in East Legon, Accra.

The session, centred on the theme “Lessons from Colossians,” emphasised unity and dedication towards the “Possessing the Nations” agenda.

Drawing from Colossians 4:7–15 and 17, Apostle Kwafo highlighted the exemplary lives of biblical figures to inspire modern-day ministry.

He began with Tychicus, whose close relationship with the apostle Paul and dedication to ministry serve as a model for current leaders. Apostle Kwafo urged the committee to emulate Tychicus’ commitment and fervor.

Reflecting on Onesimus, once a runaway, now described by Paul as a “faithful and beloved brother,” Apostle Kwafo emphasised the transformative power of ministry.

He expressed hope that today’s converts would experience similar positive transformations, leaving their pasts behind to embrace new, faithful roles within the church.

The HUM Coordinator also mentioned other notable figures like Aristarchus, Mark, Jesus (Justus), and Epaphras, who supported Paul while maintaining their professional commitments.

He highlighted their collaborative efforts as crucial for achieving the common goal of “possessing the nations.”

Apostle Kwafo particularly commended Epaphras for his hard work, urging Christians to strive for such dedication that their leaders would vouch for them.

Finally, Apostle Kwafo spoke about Archippus, encouraging him to continue and expand his ministry.

He interpreted Paul’s message as an exhortation to give one’s utmost in ministry, aligning with the church’s broader mission.

In his closing remarks, Apostle Kwafo prayed for the leaders, asking for divine strength and guidance to fulfill their roles effectively and contribute to the church’s mission of possessing the nations.

He underscored the importance of hard work, faithfulness, and a unified approach to achieving the church’s objectives.

Report by Pastor Emmanuel Foster Asamoah

As part of his two-day working visit to the Winneba Area, Apostle Emmanuel Agyei Kwafo, the Home and Urban Missions (HUM) Coordinator of The Church of Pentecost, engaged with church leaders to elaborate on the mission and scope of HUM.

The meeting, held at the Hallelujah Temple on Friday, June 2, 2024, convened officers and HUM workers from the Area, District, and Local levels in the Winneba and Awutu Beraku Zones.

According to Apostle Kwafo, the main purpose for the visit was to clarify HUM’s mission and encourage stakeholders to commit to reaching its target groups.

He commenced the session with a devotion from Colossians 4:5, urging attendees to maximise their time for evangelism, as opportunities may not always be available.

Apostle Kwafo shared insights into the evolution of traditional ministries within the church, highlighting that these initiatives were divine interventions placed on the hearts of the church’s founders.

Similarly, he explained that the church has established new ministry interventions such as HUM to cater to specific target groups, underscoring the importance of integrating these new ministries into the existing church framework.

Reading from Psalm 22:27–28, Apostle Kwafo stressed that every person on earth will eventually turn to the Lord, as God reigns over the world. He emphasized that the realisation of this vision involves reaching out to specific groups to enable the global spread of the gospel.

The HUM model, he explained, focuses on expatriates, African migrants, Northern migrants to the south, Unreached People Groups (UPGs), and the urban poor and marginalised. Apostle Kwafo outlined practical steps for local leadership to strengthen their efforts, including organising regular meetings and training sessions.

He discouraged the random selection of non-HUM workers for HUM-specific meetings and emphasized that HUM officers should not be labeled based on the target group’s activities.

Apostle Daniel Nii Tetteh Tackie, the Area Head, reinforced the importance of the ministry, urging ministers to strive for its success as they will one day assume leadership roles.

He encouraged Christians to wholeheartedly preach the gospel, acknowledging the challenges but asserting that God’s support will prevail.

He called on officers and members to support HUM and avoid derogatory remarks towards those dedicated to the ministry, instead urging them to step out of their comfort zones to reach the marginalised.

In attendance were Apostle Daniel Nii Tetteh Tackie (Area Head), Pastor Emmanuel Foster Asamoah (HUM NEC Member and District Minister, Abasraba), Pastor Solomon Anderson (Ashaiman Sector HUM Pastor), Overseer Daniel Adu (Area HUM Coordinator), and a cross-section of ministers and their spouses from the area.

Report by HUM Media Team

The Home and Urban Missions (HUM) Coordinator of The Church of Pentecost, Apostle Emmanuel Agyei Kwafo, conducted a two-day working visit to the Winneba Area, meeting with the Apam zone on Thursday, June 20, 2024, at McKeown Temple, Apam.

During his address to church officers and HUM workers, Apostle Kwafo drew from John 3:16–17, urging the audience to replace the word “world” with any of the HUM target groups. This exercise aimed to highlight God’s universal love and Jesus’ mission for all, including marginalized groups such as prostitutes and “wee” smokers.

Apostle Kwafo emphasised that the gospel is intended for everyone, and each soul requires a unique approach to be reached effectively.

He noted that while traditional methods have drawn in certain groups, we must tailor our methods to their unique contexts to win specific target groups.

He stressed that preachers accepted by specific groups would also have their messages received.

Apostle Kwafo elaborated on HUM’s mission to reach foreign nationals, African migrants, northerners in the south, unreached people groups (including Fulani, Mamprusi, Kotokoli, and Anafu), as well as the urban poor and marginalised, such as street children and “wee” smokers.

To run HUM successfully, Apostle Kwafo called for strong leadership at all levels. He emphasised the importance of planning, organising, and disciplining converts, as well as maintaining thorough reporting.

Additionally, he suggested organising training sessions for leaders every two months, preparing annual plans, holding mid-year and end-of-year meetings, and promoting HUM paraphernalia like T-shirts for gospel Sunday meetings.

The Area Head for Winneba, Apostle Daniel Nii Tetteh Tackie, also reiterated the importance of reaching out to the HUM target groups. He noted that Jesus Christ was crucified on the outskirts of Jerusalem, where the marginalized were kept, and encouraged everyone to put in their maximum efforts, as evangelism is God’s heartbeat.

Present at the meeting were Pastors Emmanuel Foster Asamoah (National HUM Executive Committee Member and District Minister for Abasraba), Michael Awuni (Area Secretary and District Minister for Mumford), Bismark Aidan (Apam District), Overseer Daniel Adu (Area HUM Coordinator and District Minister for Gomoa Kyiren), and some ministers’ wives.

Report by HUM Media Team

Pastor Gabriel Owusu Akyaw, the Kumasi Sector Home and Urban Missions (HUM) Pastor of The Church of Pentecost, celebrated his 43rd birthday in a heartwarming event with orphans at the FRHAB Gh Charity Foundation at Fawoade in the Ashanti Region.

The celebration took place on Monday, June 3, 2024, where Pastor Owusu Akyaw and his wife spent the special day with 21 orphans, bringing joy and hope to these young lives.

During the event, Pastor Owusu Akyaw led a worship session and prayed with the children, using the story of Samuel from the Bible to inspire and encourage them.

He highlighted how Samuel, despite facing challenges and negative influences, grew up to be a successful and respected figure.

He assured the children that regardless of their current circumstances, they have the potential to achieve great things in life.

Pastor Owusu Akyaw, who is dedicated to regularly visiting the orphans to offer support and encouragement, expressed his joy in spending time with children and emphasised the importance of welcoming them, in line with Jesus’ teachings.

The celebration involved generous donations of soft drinks, toiletries, water, food, and monetary gifts.

The Foundation’s Caretaker, Rev. Dora Antwiwaah, thanked Pastor Owusu Akyaw on behalf of the children for his kind gesture and urged other philanthropists, NGOs, religious organisations, and community groups to support the foundation, emphasising the significant need for assistance.

The celebration not only marked Pastor Owusu Akyaw’s birthday but also reinforced the message of compassion and community support, offering hope to the orphans of the FRHAB Gh Charity Foundation.

Report by Emmanuel Nana Nsiah & Dennis Owusu