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The Member of Parliament for Gomoa East, Hon. Dr Desmond De-Graft Paitoo, has called on Christians to recognise and honour the lay leaders within their churches who diligently work out their salvation and contribute selflessly to the growth of the church.

Drawing a parallel between church officers and the fig tree, Dr Paitoo noted that although these leaders often serve without financial compensation, their sacrifices are vital to the spiritual development of the congregation.

‘Church officers are like fig trees planted by God to nurture believers toward spiritual maturity and ultimately lead them to heaven,’ he said, adding, ‘Identify the fig trees and honour them, and it shall be well with your soul.’

Fig trees (Ficus carica) are known for their usefulness, providing fruit, shade, and cultural symbolism. Dr. Paitoo used this metaphor to highlight the indispensable role of lay leaders in the church.

The MP, who also serves as an Elder in The Church of Pentecost, delivered this message during a sermon on Sunday, July 13, 2025, at the Prophet M. K. Yeboah (PMKY) Worship Centre in the Kasoa Area.

Preaching on the theme, ‘Sacrifice Your Best to the Lord in the Honour Due Him,’ with 2 Chronicles 24:23–24 as the anchor scripture, he recounted how God brought a plague upon Israel after King David conducted a census to measure the strength of his army. It was only through sacrificial offerings that God’s wrath was appeased and peace restored.

Dr Paitoo urged Christians to embrace the principle of sacrificial giving and to remember those whom God has placed in the church to guide their spiritual journey. He supported his message with scriptures from Romans 13:7 and 1 Timothy 5:17, which emphasise giving honour to whom honour is due.

Also present at the service were Overseer Benjamin Annor, a minister of the church in Hong Kong, and his wife, Dr Mrs Victoria Annor, and the wife of the PMKY Resident Minister, Mrs Stephanie Amoakohene Sarpong.

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The Tamale Area of The Church of Pentecost marked a significant milestone in its missions efforts with the dedication of three major projects in the Daboya District on June 6, 2025.

The dedication ceremony was led by Apostle John Budu Kobina Tawiah, the Tamale Area Head. The projects included the newly constructed Daboya Central Assembly church building, the Tari Number Two church building, and a fully equipped ICT Centre for the Pentecost Preparatory School (PPS) in Daboya.

In his address, Apostle Tawiah commended the District Minister, Overseer Joseph Lukeman Abukari, for his prudent leadership and effective stewardship of resources, which ensured the successful execution of the projects. He also expressed appreciation to former Area Heads, Apostles Sylvester Arhin and Nii Kotei Djani, as well as past ministers and members of the Daboya District for their diverse contributions.

Apostle Tawiah further acknowledged the critical role played by the Pentecost Social Services (PENTSOS), the social services arm of The Church of Pentecost, for their partnership and support in establishing the ICT Centre. He urged the people to safeguard the new facilities and make full use of them for spiritual growth and educational advancement.

The dedication ceremony attracted several dignitaries, including traditional leaders, the District Director of Education, and representatives of the Ghana Police Service.

In a speech, the Chief of Daboya reiterated the lordship of Christ, declaring, ‘Jesus is King, and all must submit to His authority.’ He pledged his commitment to ensuring the security of the facilities and encouraged students to take full advantage of the ICT Centre to enhance their academic pursuits.

The District Director of Education, Mr Kofi Apeatse Odoom, on his part, commended the Pentecost Preparatory School for its consistent performance in the Basic Education Certificate Examination (BECE).

He applauded the school’s leadership for their dedication to quality education and urged both staff and students to maintain their high standards. He also called on the community to take collective responsibility for the care and sustainability of the ICT Centre.

These projects reflect The Church of Pentecost’s ongoing commitment to missions and holistic ministry, in line with its Vision 2028 agenda.

Reported by the Media Team, Tamale Area

The Chairman of The Church of Pentecost, Apostle Eric Nyamekye, on Saturday, July 12, 2025, led a host of ministers and traditional leaders to dedicate the newly constructed Ruth Adwoa Boatemaa Memorial Temple in the Sekyere District of the Ejisu Area of the church.

The project, which cost a total of USD 600,000, was fully funded by the children of the late Deaconess Boatemaa. Their generosity, they said, was inspired by their mother’s love for the Church, her tireless service, and her lifelong encouragement for them to support the work of God.

The new church building, formerly known as the Banko Central Assembly, stands as a tribute to the late Deaconess Ruth Adwoa Boatemaa.

In recognition of her legacy, the leadership of the church has named the newly built temple after her.

The edifice is an architectural landmark within the area, designed to comfortably seat over 600 congregants. It boasts a spacious main auditorium with a gallery, all fully furnished and equipped with advanced audiovisual systems, quality musical instruments, and a state-of-the-art public address system.

In addition to the main worship space, the facility includes two auditoriums for children services and office spaces for both the district pastor and his clerk, each complete with ensuite washrooms.

The building also includes a multipurpose nursing mother’s room that can serve as a temporary bedroom, as well as a storeroom and separate sanitary facilities for both children and adults.

A borehole installed on-site ensures a reliable water supply to the entire facility. Outside, a paved parking area welcomes worshippers, complemented by an electronic signpost and a standby generator to provide electricity during outages from the national grid.

Delivering the sermon at the dedication service, Apostle Eric Nyamekye described the family’s gesture as a remarkable act of faith, saying, ‘Anyone who builds for the Church without using the Church’s funds has done a very great job.’

Quoting from 1 Chronicles chapter 22 and 2 Chronicles chapters 6 and 7, he referenced David’s preparations for the temple and Solomon’s dedication, explaining that it is God’s name and presence that make a temple holy.

He reminded the congregation that the glory of any church building is tied to the righteousness of its members. He, therefore, urged believers to dedicate not just their money but their services, such as ushering, cleaning, or playing instruments to the work of God.

The Banko Assembly traces its roots back to 1948 when Evangelist Adu Pare, then based in Konongo, began outreach in the area. Ruth Adwoa Boatemaa, one of the early converts of Rev. James McKeown (The Founder of the Church), became a foundational member of what was then known as the Apostolic Church. Her faith journey was marked by commitment and sacrifice, often walking long distances to attend church services in Effiduase and later Ashanti Mampong.

Until her passing on January 20, 2020, Deaconess Boatemaa served the Church faithfully, contributing significantly to its spiritual and physical growth. After her final funeral rites in November 2020, her family expressed their desire to honour her memory by rebuilding the old church building.

Present at the service were Apostle James Oko Banor (Ejisu Area Head); Apostle Victor Asamoah (Bompata Area Head); Apostle Michael Agyen Brefo (Aflao Area Head); Apostle Daniel Yeboah Nsaful (Old Tafo Area Head); Apostle Bright Nyamedor (Director, Ghana Evangelism Committee); retired ministers of the gospel, invited guests and traditional rulers.

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