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The Church of Pentecost, a leading Pentecostal denomination headquartered in Accra, Ghana, is now present in 190 countries, marking a significant milestone in its global mission.

Apostle Eric Nyamekye, Chairman of the Church, announced this achievement during the 2024 State-of-the-Church Address (SOCA 2024) on April 30, 2025, at the 47th General Council Meeting held at the Pentecost Convention Centre (PCC) in Gomoa-Fetteh. The Church’s growth continues to demonstrate its international influence and its commitment to spreading the message of Christ worldwide.

In 2024, the Church added 20 new nations to its network, bringing the total number of countries with the Church’s presence to 190. The new countries include Antigua and Barbuda, Aruba, Belarus, Bhutan, Brunei, Bulgaria, Cayman Islands, Dominica, Jersey, Martinique, Mayotte, Myanmar, Slovenia, Somaliland, Suriname, St. Martin, Kingdom of Tonga, Vanuatu, Western Sahara, and Yemen.

This expansion reflects a growth rate of 11.83% for the previous year, demonstrating the Church’s growing global reach. Apostle Nyamekye pointed out that the Church is now only a few nations away from achieving a truly global presence.

In terms of membership, The Church of Pentecost now has 4,827,074 members worldwide, an increase of 6.4% from the previous year. Of this total, 4,129,412 members reside in Ghana, representing 85.5% of the total membership, while international branches account for 14.5%, or 697,662 members.

Apostle Nyamekye emphasised the importance of this growth, stating, “Our mission to bring the Gospel to the nations is nearing completion, and we remain committed to fulfilling our calling to reach every corner of the world.”

The State of the Church Address (SOCA) is an annual report presented by the Chairman of The Church of Pentecost, typically during the opening session of the General Council Meetings—the highest decision-making body of the Church. Modeled in part after the “State of the Nation” format, SOCA provides a comprehensive overview of the Church’s spiritual, administrative, and social interventions for the previous year.

The 2025 General Council Meeting officially commenced on Wednesday, April 30 and is being held under the theme: “Unleashed to Live a Life Worthy of Your Calling” (Ephesians 4:1; 1 Thessalonians 4:7; Galatians 1:24).

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The 2025 Missions Board meeting of The Church of Pentecost has officially commenced at the Missions Transit Quarters. Chaired by the Chairman of the Church, Apostle Eric Nyamekye, the annual gathering brings together key personalities to reflect on the church’s missionary efforts and chart the way forward for future growth.

The primary purpose of the meeting is to offer gratitude to God for His continuous support in advancing the church’s missions work. Additionally, it serves as a platform for strategic planning, prayer, and evaluation of past efforts to ensure sustained growth and expansion in the coming years.

As part of the agenda, board members will review reports from various mission areas, assess the impact of ongoing initiatives, and make key decisions and recommendations to enhance the effectiveness of the church’s global missions enterprise.

Present at the meeting were Apostle Samuel Gyau Obuobi, General Secretary; Apostle Emmanuel Agyemang Bekoe, International Missions Director (IMD); Coordinators of the Missions Regional Blocks, Finance Board Chairman, Finance and Administration Director and Legal Representative of the Church.

The meeting which began on Tuesday, February 18, 2025 is expected to end on Wednesday, February 19, 2025.

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The Pentecost International Worship Centre (PIWC) Atomic, led by the Resident Minister, Apostle Anthony Mensah, has showcased remarkable generosity by donating substantial cash and essential items to the International Missions Office of The Church of Pentecost.

The donation, a testament to the church’s resolute commitment to supporting missions work, was made possible through the contributions of the Month-Born Groups within the church.

The church donated GHS 120,000.00 to the Nakpanduri District in the Walewale Area to aid in the construction of a church building. Additionally, GHS 110,000.00 was provided to support similar projects in the Afram Plains Area, while GHS 25,000.00 was given to the Kajaji District in the Atebubu Area for the construction of a borehole.

To further equip the missions field, the church provided an A4 printer machine, three motorbikes, four megaphones, and 50 bags of new and slightly used clothing to some deprived districts.

The gesture was part of PIWC Atomic’s initiative to crown the year 2024 with impactful giving to support missions.

Mrs Victoria Kumi-Woode, an administrative manager  at the Missions Office, received the donation on behalf of the IMD.

Praising the PIWC-Atomic, she expressed her deep gratitude to the church for their generosity and commitment to advancing the missions work of The Church of Pentecost. Mrs Kumi-Woode emphasised that such acts of kindness are vital in transforming lives in mission areas.

Elder Atta Sonno, Secretary of PIWC Atomic, was also present during the donation ceremony.

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The Pentecost International Worship Centre (PIWC) in Graceland has generously donated $30,000 to support the International Missions Office of The Church of Pentecost at the Headquarters in Accra.

This donation which was made on Tuesday, November 5, 2024, reflects PIWC Graceland’s passion for Missions and underscores their dedication to sharing the gospel and fostering growth within the church.

The funds are designated to benefit The Church of Pentecost’s missions efforts in countries like Sierra Leone, Lesotho, Madagascar, the Democratic Republic of Congo, Nigeria (Abuja), and Canada (Edmonton South District).

Through this generous contribution, the church aims to strengthen its ability to provide spiritual guidance, engage in community development, and offer vital support services in these regions.

Locally, PIWC-Graceland has allocated GHS216,000.00 for various projects across Ghana. Part of this support includes contributions for 28 children of Missionaries, each receiving an undisclosed amount. Additionally, 32 ministers and their spouses in the Sawla Area received a token of appreciation, with each receiving a piece of cloth and a financial gift.

PIWC-Graceland also provided a substantial donation toward the ongoing ABB Jabaline building project in the Sawla District, contributing to the growth and stability of the church’s local infrastructure.

The church’s executive team, led by Apostle Felix Okyere Anti (Resident Minister), worked alongside Elder Dr Joseph Siaw Agyepong (Presiding Elder), Elder Vincents (Secretary), Elder Frank Adu-Peprah (Finance Committee Chairman), Elder Christian Arhi, Elder Wisdom Rashid Afotabi, and Elder Joskus Tosta to facilitate this Missions-driven

Pastor James Owusu Kusi, the Personal Assistant to the International Missions Director, who received the donation on behalf of the office expressed his heartfelt gratitude, noting that this contribution will significantly advance missions work both globally and locally.

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In a significant show of support for the missions enterprise of The Church of Pentecost, the Mountain View Worship Centre in the Kasoa Area has made a generous donation to the International Missions Office at the Headquarters in Accra.

Led by the Resident Minister, Pastor Samuel Acheampong, a delegation from the Worship Centre, on Friday, October 4, 2024, presented a variety of items, including 20 bicycles valued at GH₵ 12,000.00, 23 half pieces of cloth, several bales of clothing, footwear, and an unspecified amount of money. The items are aimed at supporting missions work in the Yendi and Nkwanta Areas in Ghana, as well as in Algeria and the Democratic Republic of Congo.

Making the presentation, Pastor Acheampong expressed the district’s commitment to partnering with the Missions Office to advance mission work. He was hopeful that the items would significantly aid the church’s mission efforts.

Receiving the donations on behalf of the International Missions Director (IMD), Pastor James Owusu Kusi, the Personal Assistant to the IMD, extended gratitude to Pastor Acheampong, the leadership, and the entire membership of the Mountain View Worship Centre for their thoughtful donation.

Also present at the brief ceremony was Mrs. Ruth Keelson Adjabeng, Finance Manager at the International Missions Office.

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The Dagenham District of The Church of Pentecost– UK, under the leadership of Pastor Oliver Afrifa Andon-Kesson, has donated an electric wheelchair and charger to the Ministry to Persons with Disabilities (MPWDs) of the church.

The wheelchair was presented on behalf of the Dagenham District by Pastor James Kusi, Personal Assistant to the International Missions Director.

Receiving the donation, Pastor Alexander Nyame, the MPWDs Coordinator, expressed gratitude to the Dagenham District, Apostle George K. Korankye (London North Area Head), and Apostle Dr Lord Elorm Donkor (National Head, CoP-UK) for their generosity. He noted that the wheelchair would significantly benefit its recipient.

Present at the presentation was Mrs Victoria Kumi-Woode, Administrative Manager at the International Missions Office.

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The Church of Pentecost in Germany, under the leadership of Apostle Ato Aduah, has donated a variety of medical items to the church’s various health facilities in Ghana.

During a short ceremony at the Pentecost Convention Centre (PCC), Gomoa Fetteh, on Tuesday, September 3, 2024, the International Missions Director (IMD) of the church, Apostle Emmanuel Agyemang Bekoe, handed over the items to the Pentecost Social Services (PENTSOS) for the onward distribution to the health facilities.

The donated items included: 21 used Monitor Mp-70 units, four Modul box FMS4 units, 30 Parameter servers, five Kompak monitor PVM-2701 units, 60 Infusions pump Argus 417 units, among others.

Receiving the items, Overseer Benjamin Asare Yeboah, the Director of PENTSOS, expressed gratitude to the church in Germany for the gesture and promised it will be fairly distributed and put to good use.  

He also acknowledged the continuous support of the IMD to the activities of PENTSOS, especially in getting them support from outside Ghana.

Present at the short presentation ceremony were Pastor James Kusi Owusu (Personal Assistant to the IMD) and Elder Alexander Kwame Frimpong (Health Coordinator at PENTSOS), among others.

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The New Gbawe District under the Odorkor Area of The Church of Pentecost has given a generous donation to support missions work in Kuntu District in the Kintampo Area.

During a short presentation ceremony on Wednesday, August 7, 2024, at the General Headquarters of the church in Accra, a delegation led by the Odorkor Area Head, Apostle Isaac Tetteh Juddah, presented four bales of second hand clothes, a brand new motorbike, rechargeable speaker, and an undisclosed amount of money to the International Missions Office to be handed over to the Kunsu District.

The International Missions Director (IMD) of The Church of Pentecost, Apostle Emmanuel Agyemang Bekoe, who received the items on behalf of the Missions Board, was full of commendation to the Kunsu District and the Odorkor Area for having a good heart towards the spread of the gospel.

Receiving the items on behalf of the Kunsu District, the District Women’s Ministry Leader, Deaconess Cecelia Ankoma, expressed gratitude to the New Gbawe District for the overwhelming support to her district. She asked for God’s blessings upon the donors.

She noted that the items, especially the motorbike, will go a long way to help their evangelism drive, since there are many inaccessible communities in the district due to the poor road network.

Present at the presentation ceremony were Pastor Peter Danso Duku (New Gbawe District Minister), Pastor Abraham Addae Agyemang (Odorkor District Minister), Pastor James Owusu Kusi (Personal Assistant to the IMD), and Mrs Victoria Kumi-Woode (Senior Administrative Manager at the Office of the IMD), among others.

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An individual who is not a member of The Church of Pentecost has donated life jackets worth about GHC 4,500.00 to the International Missions Office.

The items, which were received at the International Missions Office, included 10 life jackets estimated at GHC 450.00 each.

According to this benevolent person, they are very impressed with the work The Church of Pentecost is doing in the missions field and are moved to support such a good cause to save lost souls.

Apostle Emmanuel Agyemang Bekoe, the International Missions Director, received the items with the support of his Assistant, Pastor James Owusu Kusi, and Deaconess Ruth Adjabeng, the Accountant for the Missions Office.

The IMD expressed gratitude on behalf of his office to the benevolent individual, encouraged others to learn from this example, and said a prayer for the donor.

It is worth noting that this is the second time this same individual has made such a vital donation to the Missions Office.

The IMD indicated that the life jackets will be sent to some internal mission areas where missionaries often cross water bodies for outreach.

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