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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
The Youth Ministry of The Church of Pentecost in the Netherlands embarked on an educational excursion to the Parliament House in Den Haag.
The event, which took place on Monday, July 8, 2024, involved a youth delegation of selected individuals and executives from the ministry, accompanied by leaders, including Overseer Albert Amoah Tenkorang, the National Youth Ministry Leader.
The group received a warm welcome from Hon. Don Ceder, a member of the House of Representatives of the Netherlands and a prominent lawyer affiliated with the Christian Union Political Party.
Hon. Don Ceder provided the delegation with an engaging overview of the Dutch political system, introducing the various political parties and assessing the group’s knowledge of Dutch politics.
He shared his personal journey into politics, emphasizing his commitment to Christian values, which motivated his political career.
During the interactions, participants had the opportunity to ask questions and share their thoughts on several pertinent issues.
Topics discussed included immigration, education, LGBTQ rights, abortion, housing in the Netherlands, and the challenges of learning Dutch as a foreigner.
Hon. Don Ceder addressed each question comprehensively, sharing insights into the Christian Union Party’s stance and actions on these matters.
He acknowledged the controversial nature of issues such as LGBTQ rights, abortion, and drugs, which often provoke heated debates in parliament.
Hon. Don Ceder further elaborated on the Christian Union Party’s efforts and the obstacles they face. Despite occupying only three seats in parliament, the party remains committed to advocating for Christian values and making a positive impact on society.
He encouraged the youth to develop an interest in politics, highlighting the importance of having Christians in political roles to influence decisions that align with their faith.
This call to action echoed Proverbs 29:2: “When the righteous increase, the people rejoice, but when the wicked rule, the people groan.”
The meeting concluded with a prayer by Overseer Albert Tenkorang, followed by a ceremonial presentation to Hon. Don Ceder.
The event ended on a joyful note with networking, socialization, and group/individual photographs capturing the memorable occasion.
This event was not only an educational experience but also an inspiring one, encouraging the youth to engage with political matters and consider the impact they can make as future leaders.
The visit to the Parliament House provided valuable insights into the Dutch political system and underscored the importance of integrating faith with public service.
The wife of the Dansoman Area Head of The Church of Pentecost and a longtime missionary, Mrs Rebecca Sey, has advised wives of missionaries to recognise that they are partners with their husbands in missions and ministry.
She admonished them not to seek to overshadow their husbands because they are not in any form of completion, but rather work together as partners with the aim of winning souls for Christ.
Mrs Sey gave this admonition when sharing practical insights and lessons learned from her experiences as a missionary’s wife during the 2024 Missions Orientation held at the Pentecost Convention Centre, Gomoa Fetteh, from July 8-12, 2024.
According to the wife of the Dansoman Area Head of the church, although ministers’ wives may not hold official titles, their ministry is an integral part of their husband’s work. She encouraged wives to be supportive, submissive, and to serve as spiritual pillars and warriors behind their husbands’ ministry.
She likened missionaries to ambassadors and diplomats, sent to represent God and their churches with the mandate of preaching the gospel and working towards the salvation of souls. She stressed that being called as a missionary is a great honour, as Jesus Christ himself was the first and greatest missionary.
She cautioned against exploiting the missions’ journey for personal gain, urging them to serve faithfully.
Addressing the challenges that missionaries face, Mrs Sey reminded them that God will never forsake them, as promised in Matthew 8:18.
Mrs Sey emphasised the need for wives of missionaries to be encouragers, showing maturity in the face of challenges. She advised them to develop a sacrificial heart, be visionary partners, and maintain humility, diplomacy, and a teachable spirit.
Acknowledging the challenges missionaries face, including financial constraints, missing family, and cultural and language barriers, Mrs Rebecca Sey encouraged wives to stand firm in their faith and not force their husbands to compromise their values.
The Pro-Vice Chancellor of the Pentecost University, Apostle Dr Emmanuel Anim, has advised missionaries to always carry along the Gospel message, which is the main task of a Christian.
According to him, missionaries are not self-appointed but sent with a divine message.
‘You have been called and sent, but you are not going on your own accord but with a message. Your goal is to communicate effectively the message you have been sent with,” he stated.
Apostle Dr Anim revealed this when speaking on the topic, ‘Biblical Perspective on Mission’ during the second day of the 2024 Mission Orientation currently underway at the Pentecost Convention Centre, Gomoa-Fetteh.
The Pro-Vice Chancellor noted that the entire Bible is the foundation for the mandate of mission, saying, ‘Through Christ and the people of God, who are Abraham’s spiritual children, we have a responsibility to all mankind to be stewards of God’s creation.’
Citing Genesis 12:1-3, he urged Christians to recognise their calling, much like Abraham did.
He also referred to Jonah as a reluctant missionary whose story reflects human limitations and desires in seeking to accomplish God’s mission.
‘Often God does not think like us. Jonah wanted his enemies to be punished because of historical experiences. He saw Yahweh as the God of Israel and not God of their enemies,’ he noted.
Drawing from Matthew 28:19, he cited the imperative of the Great Commission, stressing that Christians are sent out to change systems with the values and principles of the Kingdom of God.
Missionaries, according to Apostle Dr Anim, must lead people to recognise the Lordship of Christ.
He referenced Acts 10:15-16 where Apostle Peter struggled but eventually accepted and obeyed God’s directive to welcome Gentiles into his home.
‘The missionary challenge you will have to deal with is gospel and culture. Culture is dynamic, but you must understand where people are at a particular time. At the heart of every culture is a worldview, which shapes our future,’ Apostle Dr Anim explained.
He likened culture to an iceberg, with observable aspects and hidden depths that can only be suspected or imagined.
‘The principle of love must be in operation; do not exploit the people. Mission is about the transformation of people and cultures in the light of God’s word,’ he concluded.
The Head of Ministerial Formation and Training at the Pentecost School of Theology and Mission (PSTM), Pentecost University, Apostle Dr Christian Tsekpoe, has stressed the critical importance of intergenerational missions in fulfilling the Great Commission.
Presenting a paper on Tuesday, July 9, 2024, at the Pentecost Convention Centre, Gomoa Fetteh, during the 2024 Missions Orientation for newly called missionaries of The Church of Pentecost, Apostle Dr Tsekpoe drew some lessons from Matthew 28:19-20 and Acts 1:8 and explained that Jesus’ vision for the gospel was not to be confined to Jerusalem, but to spread to Judea, Samaria, and the ends of the earth – encompassing all generations to come.
He lamented that while the church in Africa is experiencing vibrant growth, the church in the West has lost much of its former vibrancy. He warned that this shift is a deviation from God’s original mandate, which is for the gospel to be spread and not for it to move from one point to another.
He indicated that there is a need to consider all persons, both old and young in the missions work. This, he explained, is because they both play roles that are significant from each other.
He emphasised the critical role of the Holy Spirit in maintaining the gains of the church and called for a deliberate, intentional approach to intergenerational missions.
The Resident Minister for A-Lang Worship Centre challenged the church to not cling to outdated practices, but to adapt to the needs of the younger generation. He urged the church to encourage intergenerational services, where children and youth are given meaningful roles and opportunities to participate fully alongside the adults like ushering, protocol, choirs, leading worship, and even preaching.
For that to be possible, he suggested that intentionality and consistency is required. He cautioned against separating the young from the adults, as this can make them feel unimportant.
Apsotle Dr Tsekpoe also emphasised the need to listen to the language and perspectives of the current generation rather than simply passing down the practices of the past to them. He called for a deliberate, mission-focused approach that provides opportunities for all generations to interact and collaborate.
The Pentecost University Lecturer made a clarion call for the church to embrace the vision of intergenerational missions, ensuring that the gospel continues to spread to the ends of the earth and to all generations to come.
The Director of the Pent Media Centre of The Church of Pentecost, Pastor Dr Felix Dela Klutse, has revealed that social media is very critical in enhancing missions work as it can provide maximum results.
Making a presentation on ‘The Use of Technology and Social Media for Greater Results in Missions Work,’ at the 2024 Missions Orientation for newly called missionaries of The Church of Pentecost and ministerial students at the Pentecost Convention Centre, Gomoa Fetteh on Tuesday, July 9, 2024, Pastor Dr Klutse highlighted the need for Christians, including missionaries to learn how to use social media to facilitate the proclamation of the gospel.
‘Not learning how to use social media is like a missionary going into a new country and not learning their language,’ he cautioned.
The Media Director indicated that the devil is using the social media to execute his agenda. Therefore, there is the need for Christians to make deliberate efforts to use social media to also promote the agenda of Christ.
According to Pastor Dr Klutse, Facebook is an agenda-setting tool, and it is imperative for missionaries to pay critical attention to it and make use of it to set evangelism agenda.
He explained that Jesus’ call in to his disciples and believers in Mark 16: 15 to ‘Go into all the world and preach the gospel to all creation,’ includes the world of social media and the people in it. He, therefore, called on the church to raise social media missionaries for the execution of that mandate.
Sensitising the participants on social media missions, the media strategist advised them to identify the need of people, offer solutions to them to attract them and spread the gospel through that.
He also advised them to make their messages portable using short videos because the current generation want things ‘now, fast and on the go.’
He entreated them to focus on building relationships so that people will engage the contents they put on social media, ask questions, just like Jesus asked questions when he was on earth to initiate conversation, respond to questions and reply to comments on their social media posts consistently.
Pastor Dr Felix Dela Klutse admonished the participants to invest in media gadgets and social media ads to promote the gospel and wins more souls on the social media space for Christ.
