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The Pentecost Social Services (PENTSOS) commissioned a three-unit classroom block for the Pentecost Junior High School (JHS) at Ampaha in the Ashanti Bekwai Area on Tuesday, July 23, 2024.

The project aims to address the infrastructure needs and provide a conducive learning environment for students, demonstrating The Church of Pentecost’s commitment to supporting education, compassion, and community development.

Ampaha JHS had faced significant infrastructure challenges, including overcrowding and inadequate classroom facilities, which hindered the delivery of quality education.

The church became aware of these needs through a working visit by the former PENTSOS Director, Elder Richard Amaning, in 2023. Recognizing the critical role education plays in empowering individuals and transforming societies, PENTSOS decided to support Ampaha Pentecost JHS by addressing their infrastructure needs.

The project involved constructing a three-unit classroom block, comprising a staff common room, headmaster’s office, a library, and three spacious classrooms. The project, spanning ten months, was carefully planned and executed to ensure timely completion, quality construction, and minimal disruption to the school’s operations.

The dedication and handover ceremony took place at the Ampaha Central Assembly auditorium and the school premises, respectively. It was attended by the Bekwai Area Head, Apostle Fred Tiakor, ministers and their wives in the area, Eld. Ing. Frank Nsuah Adutwum (Ag. PENTSOS Director), Nana Antwi Boasiako (Ampaha Paramount Chief) and 13 other sub-chiefs, Hon. Kofi Adu Amoateng (DCE, Bosome Freho), Mr. Solomon Owusu (District Director of Education), the Presiding Member of Bosome Freho District, assembly members, headteachers, teachers, students, church leaders, and members.

Pastor Emmanuel Okoh Lartey (Bekwai District Minister) delivered a sermon highlighting the essence of the church, based on John 1:11-12.

He explained that the concept of the church began with Adam and Eve, but they failed. God then chose the Israelites as His people, but they also disappointed Him. Finally, God extended His invitation to the entire world, offering everyone the opportunity to become His people through belief in His name (John 1:12).

He emphasised that the church is a community of believers called to worship, reflect God’s glory, and partner with Him to achieve His purposes (1 Peter 2:9-10).

The new three-unit classroom block will accommodate more students, reducing overcrowding and significantly enhancing the learning environment.

The spacious, well-lit, and ventilated space will foster academic excellence, improve student engagement, motivation, and overall academic performance.

The event concluded with a tour of the new facility, followed by a symbolic key handover from Apostle Fred Tiakor to the Ampaha Pentecost JHS Headmaster, marking the official transfer of ownership. A celebratory reception and closing prayer ended the memorable occasion.

Report by Mrs. Lois Amankwah Kyei

The Aflao Area of The Church of Pentecost has officially handed over a renovated three-unit classroom block with an office to the authorities of the Afife R/C Basic School.

This social intervention, which cost the church a whopping amount of GHC 25,000.00, was initiated by the Aflao Area Head, Apostle Michael Agyen Brefo.

The renovation, undertaken as a matter of urgency, was prompted by a longstanding need after a heavy storm had damaged the school’s roof and the headteacher’s office.

Handing over the facility to Mr. Emmanuel Kwabla Gbekla (the headteacher) on behalf of the Area Head, the Afife District Minister, Pastor Sampson Ndekor, stated, “The Church of Pentecost is always committed to community transformation through such initiatives, demonstrating her dedication to the well-being of the people as enshrined in the church’s Vision 2028.”

Mr. Emmanuel Gbekla, visibly elated by the kind gesture of the church, expressed his sincere gratitude for their assistance.

Also present at the presentation ceremony were Honourable Felix Kpeglo (Assembly Member of Afife Electoral Area) and his entourage, Rev. Father Franklin Adzaho (the Catholic Bishop, Afife), traditional leaders, staff and students of the school, as well as officers and members of the Afife District of the Church.

Report by Pastor Francis Lamptey (Aflao Area Reporter)

The Asesewa District in the Agormanya Area of The Church of Pentecost has generously donated a 3500-litre PolyTank valued at GHC 4,550.00 to Asesewa Senior High School (ASSEC).

The donation was made to address the critical issue of water storage that had been affecting both students and staff at the school. The facility was officially presented to the school by the District Minister, Pastor Isaac Gyebi Owusu, during the climax of a three-day programme, dubbed “Transformation Conference,” organised by the Church for the students and staff from April 26 to 28, 2024.

The conference, themed “Transformation through the Power of the Holy Ghost,” featured morning, afternoon, and evening sessions and focused on word ministration, deliverance, impartation, and counseling.

The impact of the Transformation Conference was profound, with many students experiencing life-changing breakthroughs, healings, and miracles. Some were delivered from hearing impairments, vision problems, and olfactory difficulties, among others.

The programme ended on Sunday, April 28, 2024, with a special service. To the glory of God, 104 students surrendered their lives to Christ during the three-day period, which recorded an average attendance of 1,074 individuals, including staff and first-year Form 1 and 2 students of the school.

The Headmaster, along with other school officials, gratefully received the donation on behalf of the school. He expressed heartfelt appreciation to the Church for their timely intervention in resolving the significant challenge of water scarcity and storage at the school.

Report by the Asesewa District Media Team

An ultramodern library block has been commissioned at the Pentecost Preparatory School (PPS) in Tema to enhance teaching and learning at the school.

The library project, which was commissioned on April 17, 2024, was the brainchild of the Pentecost Social Services (PENTSOS) Secretariat, in partnership with International Christian Ministry Book for Peace project.

Speaking at the ceremony, the Team Area Head of The Church of Pentecost, Apostle Emmanuel Ofei Ankra-Badu, affirmed his unwavering commitment to reposition the Pentecost Preparatory School (PPS), Tema as a citadel of knowledge and school of choice in the Tema Metro to achieve the unleashed agenda of the church through education.

Referencing Luke 24:1-12, Apostle Ankra-Badu gave a short exhortation on the significance of reading and the five levels of seeing.

The Director of PENTSOS, Elder Richard Amaning, in a short speech reiterated his firm resolution to establish 16 libraries in Pentecost Schools across the country this year.

The Country Director of ICM, Rev. K. Tutu, also intimated his resolve to place a book in the hand of every Ghanaian child as his contribution to ameliorating the dwindling educational fortunes in the country.

Speaking on behalf of the staff and pupils of the school, the Headmaster of PPS – Tema, Tema, Elder Martin Odoi, expressed his deepest appreciation to all who contributed towards the realization of the library project and promised to make the maximum use of it.

The occasion was graced by the Deputy Director of Finance and Administration-Tema Metro Education Directorate, officials of PENTSOS Secretariat, the Headmasters of Madina and Ashiaman PPSs, Pastor Sampson  Dzefe of Community One District and Pastor Jonathan Amoakwa of Community Twelve District of The Church of Pentecost.

The Ashanti Regional Coordinating Committee (ARCC) of The Church of Pentecost has generously donated GHC 50,000.00 to support the “Heal Komfo Anokye Project,” an initiative by the Asantehene, Otumfuo Osei Tutu II, to commemorate his 25^th Anniversary on the Golden Stool.

The Ashanti RCC Coordinator, Apostle Yaw Adjei-Kwarteng, who is also the Kwadaso Area Head, on behalf of the leadership of the Church, presented a cheque to the hospital management.

He was accompanied by Prophet Samuel Tetteh Doku (New Tafo Area Head) and Apostle Gideon Obeng-Darko Debrah (Atonsu Area Head).

Apostle Adjei-Kwarteng explained that after receiving a distressed letter from Manhyia about the dire state of the Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital (KATH), they conducted a tour of the facility and witnessed the challenges firsthand, prompting their decision to support its revitalization.

Mr. Fred Effah Yeboah, the Director of Administration at KATH, gratefully received the donation on behalf of the hospital’s CEO. He emphasized the significance of The Church of Pentecost’s contribution to the facility that has been in operation since 1955 without major renovations.

He said that the gesture by The Church of Pentecost goes beyond monetary value, saying, “It serves as a call to action for collective efforts in enhancing healthcare infrastructure in Ghana.”

He encouraged other religious bodies, organizations, and individuals to follow the Church’s example, highlighting the transformative impact of collective goodwill in addressing healthcare challenges.

Komfo Anokye Teaching Hospital plays a crucial role in providing essential medical services to a significant portion of the population, serving seven out of the sixteen regions of Ghana.

Report by Isaac Owusu.

The New Tafo Area of The Church of Pentecost held a ceremony on Friday, March 22, 2024, to hand over the renovated Abirem Roman Catholic School building to the school authorities at Abirem in the Kwabre East Municipal, exemplifying their commitment to social services.

The refurbished structure aims at enhancing teaching and learning conditions for the community. For 15 years, the Abirem Roman Catholic Primary and Junior High School lacked proper maintenance, leaving its appearance dismal. Recognising this need, the New Tafo Area of The Church of Pentecost initiated renovation efforts to give the school a facelift.

After months of dedicated work, the building now boasts a fresh coat of paint and improved facilities, leading to increased student enrollment.

During the handing-over ceremony, the Area Head, Prophet Samuel Tetteh Doku, emphasised the importance of providing a conducive learning atmosphere and instilling Kingdom values in the children. According to him, the Church’s “Possessing the Nations” agenda consents to spreading the love of God in every part of the world.

He promised that the Area would keep supporting Abirem Roman Catholic Primary and Junior High School to meet their educational needs and improve teaching and learning.

The Church’s initiative received praise from various quarters, including the Kwabre East Municipal Health Director, who was represented at the event by the Public Relations Officer, Madam Mavis Anane, commending the Church’s contribution to education.

The School Management Committee Chairman, Nana Ohemeng Manu, called for continued support to address challenges such as overcrowded classrooms.

In their commitment to educational development, the Church vowed to sustain efforts in improving infrastructure and fostering a conducive learning environment for both teachers and students.

Report by Emmanuel Nana Nsiah & Dennis Owusu

A special ceremony was held today, March 12, 2024, to commission the newly constructed health facility of The Church of Pentecost at Abesewa in the Ahafo Ano South District of Ghana.

The facility, commissioned by the General Secretary of the Church, Apostle Samuel Gyau Obuobi, will serve the people of Abesewa and over 20 surrounding villages.

The edifice is a single-level health facility with a fully furnished Outpatient Department (OPD) with an emergency unit, Male and Female Wards, Delivery Ward, Dispensary, theatre, washrooms, laboratory, public health unit, and consulting rooms.

The project started 36 months ago and was completed within 24 calendar months from commencement.

Addressing the gathering of ministers, traditional rulers, health professionals, public officials, members of the Church and residents of Abesewa at the event, Apostle Samuel Gyau Obuobi said that the construction of the facility was in response to the urgent need to provide a health facility that can serve Abesewa and surrounding communities in helping reduce maternal and child mortality in the Ahafo Ano South East District.

“Our response was further triggered by the alarming statistics revealed in the District Medium-Term Development Plan, 2018-2021, published by the National Development Planning Commission (NDPC), which indicated that the District’s Doctor-Population Ratio was 1: 31,581, the Nurse-Population Ratio was 1:971, and the Midwife-Expectant Mothers Ratio was 1: 1,072,” he said.

He said that this intervention, like the many others, is in line with the “Possessing the Nations” agenda (Phase 2), which is the five-year strategic vision of The Church of Pentecost, dubbed “Vision 2028,” a direct follow-up to Vision 2023.

To ensure sustainable delivery of quality healthcare, the Pentecost Clinic, Abesewa, shall be operated as a full-fledged CHAG facility and managed by the Pentecost Health Services under Pentecost Social Services (PENTSOS), he further revealed.

“It is our prayer and hope that whoever enters the corridors of this Clinic will receive divine healing,” Apostle Samuel Obuobi said.

In a brief sermonette on the topic: “A People Of God Unleashed Wholistically,” Apostle Isaac Nii Kotei Djani, the Techiman Area Head and Executive Council Member of the Church, stressed the need for churches to engage in initiatives that meet the plight of the communities in which they operate.

Using 1 Thessalonians 5:23 as his foundational text, he explained that it is an undeniable fact that God created the human physically first.

“The Bible says He formed the body of man with the dust of the earth and breathed into his nostrils, and he became a living soul. This affirms that God first created us physically before the Spirit came,” he said.

Apostle Kotei-Djani, who also serves as the Coordinator for the Bono, Bono-East, and Ahafo Regional Coordinating Committee, further noted that Jesus Christ, who is the ultimate example of Christians, also lived a holistic life and pursued a holistic ministry.

He said that the construction of the health facility and other social interventions of the church are ways through which the Church is meeting the physical needs of the community.

“If we are being unleashed, then we must go holistically. We must not only focus on the spiritual needs of the people. We cannot be in the community and be unconcerned about their plights.

“This will rather make the Church lopsided, but when we pursue holistic ministry, then the church becomes balanced,” he said, emphasising that: “You must give the bread of loaf and the bread of life together.”

The Techiman Area Head also noted that by undertaking such social interventions, the Church is emulating and demonstrating Christ’s ministry of the Gospel and compassion.

“As the Body of Christ, we are Jesus’ presence on earth continuing the mission and love that He inaugurated,” he said.

The Executive Director of the Christian Health Association of Ghana (CHAG), Dr. Peter Yeboah, commended The Church of Pentecost for another significant milestone and for once again proving their commitment to providing quality healthcare for the people of Ghana and championing the healing ministry of Jesus.

He said that the health facility has been strategically placed as Abesewa serves as an entry point into three regions, the Ashanti, Bono, and Ahafo regions.

He also noted that since it is located by a major highway, it would serve as a prime health centre to attend to accident victims.

Dr. Yeboah called on traditional leaders, the District Assembly, to own the facility and support its growth and development.

He also advised The Church of Pentecost to continue to support the facility to grow and expand to serve a greater number of people.

The CHAG Executive Director also advised health workers to uphold the highest level of professionalism, ethics, and empathy in the discharge of their duties.

He assured the Church of CHAG’s continued support in providing the human resources and technical support to the facility.

Oheneba Yaw Owusu Ansah (Abrenyasehene) expressed gratitude to the Church for the honour done to the people of Abesewa by putting up such a facility in their town.

He assured the Church that he would do everything in his power to ensure the growth of the facility. He also advised his subjects to support the facility by patronising it and promoting it.

The District Chief Executive, Hon. Thomas Owusu Ansah, who also graced the event, thanked the Church for taking part in the burden of the government and assured them of the District Assembly’s support.

The event ended with the General Secretary, with assistance from Apostle Nii Kotei-Djani and other ministers present, dedicating the facility and leading all gathered to inspect the various departments in the facility.

The event was attended by a host of dignitaries, including Apostle G.O.D. Debrah (National Estate Committee Chairman), Prophet Fred Antwi (Duayaw Nkwanta Area Head), Pastor James Agyin (Projects, Estate, and Development Manager), Elder Richard Amaning (PENTSOS Director), Elder Alexander Frimpong (Pentecost Health Unit Coordinator), Mrs. Priscilla Sarkodie (Ahafo Ano South District Health Director), ASP Prosper Kwao Agyei (Ahafo Ano District Police Commander), among several others.

PENTECOST NEWS.

The Church of Pentecost Belgium has donated assorted medical supplies to the Pentecost Social Services (PENTSOS) through the International Missions Office. 

The supply of 265 hospital beds from the University Hospital, Brussels, facilitated by Deaconess Esther Asiedu, was a significant and impactful gesture.

The commitment of the delegates from Belgium, including Elder Samuel Amoah, Elder Ohene-Appiah, and Deaconess Esther Asiedu, in obtaining the items reflects the dedication of the Church to its social initiatives and the well-being of the community.

The hospital beds will be distributed to various medical facilities of The Church of Pentecost across Ghana and some government clinics in rural areas, demonstrating a holistic approach to healthcare and community service.

The gratitude expressed by the International Missions Director (IMD), Apostle Emmanuel Agyemang Bekoe, on behalf of the Chairman of the Church, Apostle Eric Nyamekye, and the Executive Council highlighted the importance of such initiatives in supporting healthcare infrastructure and benefiting those in need.

The generosity of the Church in Belgium is an inspiring example of how religious organisations can positively impact communities through social initiatives and support in critical areas such as healthcare.

Elders Frank Nsiah Adutwum and Alexander Kwame Frimpong, who represented the PENTSOS Director, Elder Richard Amaning, pledged to distribute and use the beds judiciously and ensure responsible handling of the donated items.

Present at the short presentation ceremony were Apostle Mike Etrue (Executive Council Member) and Apostle Dr Edward Arko Koranteng (Director of Pentecost Hospital, Madina), among others.

PENTECOST NEWS

A graduation ceremony was organised on Friday, 5 January 2024, for 25 students of the Pentecost Weaving Centre who have completed their training at the Pentecost Weaving Centre in the Bawku Area of The Church of Pentecost.

The centre, founded in 2021 through the support of Pentecost Social Services (PENTSOS), was established to purposely provide free self-employable vocational skills to help curb the rampant rural-urban migration among the youths in the Area due to unfavourable economic conditions.

The Pentecost Weaving Centre runs in three centres in the Area: Zebilla, Bawku (Now at Bazua) and Garu, with about 200 students currently under training.

The initiative has since gained recognition and acceptance by all stakeholders. Through this effort, 57 students graduated last year, most of whom are well-established in their own firms.

Speaking at the ceremony today, Pastor Eric Gyacham, the Bawku Area Head, admonished the congregation on “My Work, My Worship to Transform my World”.

With references to John 5:17 and 2 Thessalonians 3:6-10, he exposed the church to unfreeze the wrong perception humanity, especially Africans, have about work as a burden, slavery and a curse.

He addressed the church with three reasons why God wants humanity to work. This, he said, includes the fact that God created humankind for work. (Ephesians 2:10), to be financially independent to support the Kingdom work and family, and to access His blessings.

Concluding his message, he charged the church to do their works and businesses “the God-way and not through the corrupt-way.”

Pastor Gyacham also advised Christians to be faithful in their work and mindful of their relationships with others, especially in speech.

The students could not hide their joy and gratitude to the Lord and the Church for the opportunity given them.

Report by Bawku Area Media