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The Chairman of The Church of Pentecost, Apostle Eric Nyamekye, has commended the ministers of the Church for their unwavering dedication to their congregations and their earnest work in the Lord’s vineyard.

In his welcome address to officially open the 2024 Heads’ Fasting and Prayer Meeting, being held at the Pentecost Convention Centre (PCC) on Wednesday, November 13, 2024, Apostle Nyamekye reminded the attendees that every labour for God will be rewarded. He announced that several ministers would be retiring from active ministry in 2025.

During the meeting, he introduced the heads who would be retiring, receiving a standing ovation in appreciation of their contributions to the Lord and service to the church. In total, nineteen heads will be retiring, comprising 16 apostles, 2 prophets, and 1 evangelist.

Apostle Eric Nyamekye also acknowledged the presence of representatives from two sister churches from other nations: The Church of Pentecost – Togo and Faith Pentecostal Church of Benin.

The Heads’ Fasting and Prayer Meeting is an annual event for apostles, prophets, and heads of various institutions and departments within the church. It is held in November to reflect prayerfully on the blessings of the nearly ending year and to seek divine guidance for the year ahead.

Apostle Nyamekye announced that the theme for 2025 is “Unleashed to Live a Life Worthy of Your Calling” taken from Ephesians 4:1, 1 Thessalonians 4:7, and Galatians 1:24.

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The Chairman of The Church of Pentecost, Apostle Eric Nyamekye, has unveiled the 2025 theme for the Church: “Unleashed to Live a Life Worthy of Your Calling,” taken from Ephesians 4:1, 1 Thessalonians 4:7, and Galatians 1:24.

In explaining the theme, which was unveiled at the 2024 November Head’s Meeting underway at the Pentecost Convention Centre (PCC), Gomoa Fetteh on Wednesday, November 13, 2024, Apostle Nyamekye emphasised that Christians are God’s special possession with a divine mandate to enact change in the world. He stated that the Church exists to reveal the glory of God to all generations.

Highlighting the continuity of themes aimed at achieving Vision 2028, Chairman Nyamekye noted that the unleashed people of God must lead lives that reflect their calling in the world. He reiterated, “Having been unleashed as a people of God, it is essential to live a life worthy of our calling to transform the world.”

Apostle Nyamekye discussed the urgent need for transformation in various spheres, asserting that individual lives must demonstrate that we are transformed agents of change. He stressed the importance of every Christian understanding their calling, which is not limited to pastoral roles but applies to all Christians.

“The calling we have received is to live a life of holiness amidst a perverse society, reflecting God’s saving grace,” he stated. He emphasised that when the Church meets God’s expectations, societies are transformed. When a church is faithful to its calling, it becomes a healing agency to society and can lead many to Christ,” he remarked.

He explained that the Greek word ‘Ekklesia’ refers to God’s assembly called for a purpose — to glorify His name. Furthermore, he noted that God is glorified when Christians live lives worthy of their divine calling.

Apostle Nyamekye encouraged the church community to avoid defining the Christian life solely by abstaining from vices; instead, they should demonstrate positive qualities such as love, peace, humility, and holiness.

“God’s call does not entail impurity but rather a life of holiness,” he asserted, adding that “the purpose of Christ was to rescue us from the hand of our enemies and to enable us to serve Him without fear in holiness and righteousness all our days” (Luke 1:74-75).

He declared that the Church is destined for holiness, stating, “That is who we are and our calling.” He urged members to be exceptional in everyday situations, emphasising that living a life worthy of our calling should show the world that we have truly known Christ.

“Living a life worthy of your calling means taking your ordinary life and living it generously, radically, expansively, creatively, courageously, and gloriously, so that God will be praised because of you,” he challenged.

Apostle Nyamekye advised against the dilemma of quitting secular jobs for full-time ministry, highlighting that our work and daily activities are part of our Kingdom ministry.

“Do not separate your everyday life from your faith. Your faith should shine through in the ordinary aspects of life for His glory,” he encouraged.

He reminded the congregation that “unleashed servants are not removed from their workplaces but are sent there. Kingdom bearers include market workers, woodworkers, bricklayers, plumbers, shopkeepers, lawyers, nurses, doctors, designers, parents, children, teachers, farmers, and individuals of all ages.”

Chairman Nyamekye shared that several topics have been thoughtfully chosen to align with the theme. These include Living for eternal rewards, Living your faith in the public sphere, Serving God with our possessions, Unleashed to save the never-dying soul, The practice of waiting upon God through fasting and prayer, and Revitalizing worship and fellowship in the local church.

He encouraged church leaders to strive to help the congregation appreciate the theme and live lives that will lead the world to praise God.

“May we declare Christ and make Jesus famous in the world again,” he concluded.

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The 2025 theme of The Church of Pentecost aims to empower all Christians to view their professional work and workplaces as their full-time ministry.

This theme was unveiled by Apostle Eric Nyamekye, Chairman of The Church of Pentecost, on Wednesday, November 13, 2024, at the Pentecost Convention Centre, Gomoah.

In his explanation of the theme, “Unleashed to Live a Life Worthy of Your Calling,” Apostle Nyamekye highlighted the importance of overcoming the dilemma many Christians face when feeling compelled to leave their professional jobs to enter full-time church ministry.

He stressed that Christians should approach their professional work with the same dedication and spiritual commitment as they would in full-time church service.

The theme, rooted in Ephesians 4:1, 1 Thessalonians 4:7, and Galatians 1:24, challenges the belief that kingdom work is confined to church activities. Instead, it encourages Christians to recognize their roles in various institutions and industries as opportunities to extend God’s blessings to others.

“The unleashed servants are not stolen from the workplace. They are sent to the workplace,” Apostle Nyamekye stated.

He urged believers to view their daily activities, including work, as part of their spiritual act of worship. “In this era of being unleashed, we need to take our everyday, ordinary life—our sleeping, eating, drinking, work, and all that we do—and place them before God as offerings,” he said.

Apostle Nyamekye underscored that the kingdom is intricately connected with the real world and its diverse professions. “Kingdom carriers are market folks, woodworkers, bricklayers, plumbers, shopkeepers, lawyers, nurses, doctors, designers, parents, children, singles, teachers, farmers, students, pupils, the elderly, the unemployed, and more,” he emphasized.

The 2025 theme calls on Christians to regard their professional and daily lives as essential parts of their ministry, ensuring that God’s grace and blessings flow through them to impact humanity positively.

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The Chairman of The Church of Pentecost, Apostle Eric Nyamekye, has urged Christians to be mindful of God’s presence wherever they are and to always be available for His use.

In a brief exhortation taken from Genesis 28:16-17 on the first day of the 2024 Heads’ Fasting and Prayer Meeting at the Pentecost Convention Centre (PCC) in Gomoa Fetteh on Tuesday, November 12, 2024, Apostle Nyamekye highlighted that Jacob recognised his location as the very presence of God. Jacob, who thought he was on the run, realised during his struggles that God was with him in that very place.

Apostle Nyamekye explained, “Jacob’s words, ‘God is in this place,’ or ‘God is here,’ emphasise that God is where believers find themselves.”

He noted that Jacob identified the gate of heaven as the place where God is and encouraged the gathering to enter through this gate.

‘So far as I am concerned, God is here. In this very place I stand. Where is your God?’ he asked the gathering, adding, ‘This is the gate of heaven. When you get to the gate of heaven, don’t hesitate to enter.’

The Chairman observed that believers serve a boundless God who cannot be contained in one place. He, therefore, admonished the heads to open up for His infilling,’ saying, ‘The owner and builder of The Church of Pentecost is here. You better know and adjust. For out of the fullness of His grace, we have all obtained grace. If you open up, He will fill your vessel.’

Apostle Nyamekye also stated: ‘Your fullness does not depend on God’s ability to pour but on your ability and willingness to receive.’

He called on the gathering to yield to God, knowing they are in His very presence.

‘If God is here, angels cannot stay in heaven or hang anywhere else; they are here. We have come to the company of innumerable angels, the New Jerusalem. This is the gate of heaven, enter,’ he concluded with a passionate charge.

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Pentecost University, in collaboration with The Church of Pentecost, has hosted the 4th session of the James McKeown Memorial Lectures, an event that commemorates the legacy of Pastor James McKeown and celebrates the impact of Pentecostalism on global mission.

The lectures took place on Friday November 9, 2024 at the James McKeown Auditorium of the Pentecost University.This year’s lecture, themed: ‘Deeply rooted, fully transformed: A people of God unleashed to transform their spheres,’ attracted a diverse audience of theologians, church leaders, and members.

The Chairman of The Church of Pentecost and Chancellor of the university, Apostle Eric Nyamekye, delivered the keynote address.

He emphasised the need for Pentecostal and Charismatic churches to serve as catalysts for positive change.

The Chancellor highlighted the importance of integrating social transformation into the mission of churches, inspiring both spiritual and social transformation globally.

Vice-Chancellor of Pentecost University, Apostle Professor Kwabena Agyapong-Kodua, stressed that individual faith alone is insufficient in the face of corrupt systems.

He highlighted the necessity for collective action and community engagement to foster meaningful change.

Apostle Professor Opoku Onyinah, the immediate past Chairman of The Church of Pentecost, also contributed to the discussion, noting that the success or failure of societies is significantly influenced by the actions of Christians.

The lectures fostered rich and insightful dialogue, with participants praising the event for its ability to bring practical mission activities and ecclesial practices into harmony.

This alignment supports The Church of Pentecost’s continued dedication to advancing both spiritual and intellectual understanding.

The annual James McKeown Memorial Lectures series, honours Pastor McKeown’s dedication to fostering strong Christian principles and his significant impact on the spread of Pentecostalism in Ghana and beyond.

This year’s event reinforced the importance of Pentecostal values in shaping faith communities worldwide and inspiring transformative change.

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A powerful wave of revival swept through the Atebubu Low Cost Central Assembly as Apostle Eric Nyamekye, Chairman of The Church of Pentecost, led the congregation into a fervent prayer session and Holy Spirit impartation.

Hearts were open, voices raised, and a tangible sense of divine presence filled the packed auditorium as worshippers eagerly sought a fresh encounter with the Holy Spirit.

With every prayer lifted, the congregation responded with even greater fervor, filling the atmosphere with renewed faith and expectancy. It was a night of transformation, as the Spirit moved mightily, rekindling hearts and inspiring a deep hunger for God among all who attended.

This happened after Apostle Nyamekye’s message titled, “Lord, Teach Us to Pray,” on Friday, October 1, 2024, at the Atebubu Low Cost Central Auditorium.

The Chairman spoke about the essential role that prayer played in Jesus’ life. The disciples recognized that His strength and purpose stemmed from His devoted prayer life—a practice they longed to understand and emulate.

Referencing Mark 1:21, Apostle Nyamekye highlighted the humanity of Jesus, pointing out that though Jesus was divine, He also experienced human limitations.

“Jesus Christ needed strength from God because he was also a man in human flesh,” he remarked.

He added: “As humans, we too need the strength of God to withstand life’s challenges.”

Apostle Nyamekye defined “uphold” as the act of supporting, defending, lifting up, and sustaining—qualities every believer needs to embody in their spiritual journey.

He urged believers to seek God’s strength first thing in the morning, a practice he described as vital to a fruitful and resilient Christian life.

 “We are weak because we don’t have time for God,” he observed, pointing to a lack of prayer as the root of spiritual weakness.

Apostle Nyamekye concluded by saying, “Prayer will change you, and through that change, you will impact the world around you.”

Present at the service were Apostle Vincent Anane Denteh (PEMEM Director / Executive Council Member); Apostle Isaac Amatey Anim (Atebubu Area Head); Prophet Fred Antwi (Duayaw Nkwanta Area Head); Very Rev. Emmanuel Atta Kakra Mensah (Anglican Church, Dean of Atebubu Cathedral); Rev. Michael Owusu (Anglican Church); Rev. Joseph Danquah (Presbyterian Church of Ghana); some pastors within the Ghana Pentecostal and Charismatic Council (GPCC) in Atebubu and the area pastorate.

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The Chairman of The Church of Pentecost, Apostle Eric Nyamekye, has highlighted the critical importance of prayer in the life of the believer.

According to him, in Luke 11:1, where the disciples asked Jesus to teach them how to pray, they were not interested in the visible miracles or successes of Jesus’ ministry, but in the foundational practice (prayer) that sustained Him.

He said this on Wednesday, October 29, 2024, in a sermon titled, “Teach Us How to Pray,” during a gathering of elders at the Pentecost International Worship Centre (PIWC) – Kokomlemle, Accra.

“To pray is the greatest thing one can do, especially for those seeking revival in their lives,” Apostle Nyamekye stated, stressing on the role of prayer in personal and spiritual transformation.

Referencing Mark 1, Apostle Nyamekye pointed out that Jesus often woke up early to pray, not out of mere discipline, but because He understood the need for prayer.

“Why would Jesus, the Son of God, rise so early to pray?” Apostle Nyamekye asked. “Because He knew that He needed to be sustained by the Father.”

Quoting Isaiah 42:1-2, the Chairman explained that Jesus was upheld and sustained by God, driven by His need for divine strength.

“In these solitary places, God molds His people, not just to make them great preachers, but to prepare them for effective ministry,” he disclosed.

The Ghana Pentecostal and Charismatic Council (GPCC) President further stressed that God’s anointing does not come upon machines but upon human beings.

“When many people pray with you, they share your burden, but God’s true men and women are formed in the closet,” he added, referencing Matthew 6:5-6, where Jesus encourages private prayer.

He warned against the dangers of neglecting personal devotion, saying, “Lack of closeness with the ‘Master’ can lead to spiritual leanness and ineffectual ministry.”

He urged believers to spend meaningful time with God, stating that short devotions weaken spiritual vitality, hinder progress, and undermine the foundations of a vibrant spiritual life.

Apostle Nyamekye encouraged believers to prioritise prayer and cultivate an intimate relationship with God, as it is the key to sustaining their spiritual journey and ministry.

Present at the meeting were Apostle Dr. Dieudonne Komla Nuekpe (La Area Head), Apostle Dr Col. Benjamin G. Kumi-Woode (Director of Religious Affairs, Ghana Armed Forces), among others.

The Chairman of The Church of Pentecost, Apostle Eric Nyamekye, has admonished politicians and all persons in leadership positions to think about tomorrow in all they do.

He made this admonishment at the opening session of the Younger Generation Politicians and Leaders Conference held at the Pentecost Convention Centre on Thursday, October 10, 2024.

Themed “Tomorrow Today: The Place of the Young Politician/Leader in Ghana’s Moral Vision and National Development,” the conference brought together emerging leaders to discuss their pivotal role in shaping the future of Ghana.

Delivering the sermon at the service, Apostle Nyamekye lamented the short-term thinking prevalent among current leaders, urging a shift towards long-term policies that prioritise national prosperity over electoral victories.

He referenced 1 Samuel 8:19, drawing parallels between historical leadership in Israel and contemporary expectations of politicians.

He expressed concern that many young leaders today seem more focused on personal gain rather than serving their communities. “Politics seems to be an easy way to make money,” he remarked, cautioning that such motivations can undermine the integrity essential for effective leadership.

Chairman Nyamekye emphasised that true leadership is rooted in responsibility—addressing public concerns, solving problems, and meeting community needs. He warned that without these qualities, leaders risk becoming mere figureheads.

“Politics makes you a public official and cannot hide,” he stated, highlighting the vulnerability that comes with public service and the necessity for integrity and skillful governance.

He highlighted the church’s vested interest in politics, asserting that the church’s mission extends beyond spiritual salvation to societal transformation.

“If the church cannot bring transformation to the nation, then it is of no purpose,” he declared.

He urged young politicians to view their roles as a ministry dedicated to fostering national development through ethical decision-making.

He called for a new generation of leaders who prioritise societal betterment over immediate electoral success.

“The most important factor in the development of every nation is the nature of its citizens,” he stated, emphasising that character and integrity must be at the forefront of leadership.

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The Chairman of The Church of Pentecost, Apostle Eric Nyamekye, has called on church leaders to deepen their commitment to prayer and spiritual renewal through personal devotion.

Addressing presiding elders and elders in Kumasi at the Dunamis English Assembly auditorium in Bantama, on Friday, October 4, 2024, Chairman Nyamekye emphasised the importance of withdrawing from the hustle and bustle of ministry to seek divine strength, drawing inspiration from Luke 5:15-16, where Jesus often retreated to pray.

According to him, even though Jesus Christ performed several miracles and wonders, He never gloried in that. Rather, He prioritised withdrawing from the masses to pray for longer hours to renew His strength.

The Chairman noted that spiritual battles require more than mere determination, but rather a robust connection with God.

‘Without God’s strength, the challenges of this world will come as a trap and weigh you down,’ he cautioned.

He highlighted the dangers of short devotions, which he described as detrimental to deep piety and spiritual rigour. He stated that many biblical figures engaged in lengthy private prayers before making public declarations.

‘Devotion cannot be confined to time limits,’ he asserted, urging ministers to prioritise longer periods of prayer to foster a deeper relationship with God and enhance their ministry effectiveness.

Apostle Nyamekye cautioned that a lack of closeness with Jesus could lead to ‘lean souls and ineffective ministry.’

He encouraged church leaders to be vigilant and proactive in seeking strength from God, stressing that short devotions often contribute to spiritual backsliding within congregations.

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