SLIC’25 Unleashing Interpreters on a Mission for Christ web

SLIC’25: Unleashing Interpreters on a Mission for Christ

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The 2025 edition of the Sign Language Interpreters Conference (SLIC’25), organized by the Ministry to Persons with Disabilities (MPWDs) of The Church of Pentecost, gathered sign language interpreters from across the nation under the theme “Unleashed: The Sign Language Interpreter on a Mission.”

Held at the Pentecost Convention Centre (PCC), Gomoa Fetteh, from October 16 to 18, the conference served as a revival and recommissioning ground for interpreters, affirming their calling as missionaries of God on divine assignment.

The atmosphere was one of empowerment, learning, and spiritual renewal, emphasizing the growing importance of sign language interpretation in promoting accessibility, inclusion, and equality for the Deaf community. In his keynote address, Apostle Samuel Gyau Obuobi, General Secretary of The Church of Pentecost, highlighted that one of the key interventions of Vision 2023 and Vision 2028 is the intentional strengthening of the MPWDs Ministry. Through this ministry, he said, the Church reaffirms its divine mandate to reach all people with the gospel of Christ, without barriers or discrimination.

The conference featured a series of insightful and capacity-building presentations. Pastor Isaac Aboagye, MPWDs Pastor for Western and Western North Sectors, provided an overview of the ministry’s mission and structure. Pastor Joshua Korku Semador, MPWDs Pastor for the Northern Sector, spoke on “Discipling Persons with Disabilities for Christ,” while Mr. Marco Stanley Nyarko, a sign language lecturer at KNUST, taught on “Sign Language Linguistics.” Participants also benefited from a session on “The Ethics of Sign Language Interpreting” by Mr. Juventus Duorinaah, Executive Director of the Ghana National Association of the Deaf, and a presentation on “Interpreting Techniques in the Church Setting” by Dr. Cyril Mawuli Honu-Mensah of the University of Education, Winneba.

Other impactful sessions included “Working with the Deaf: Things to Know” by Pastor Reuben Peter Wuni, Ministry to the Deaf, and “Growing Spiritually as an Interpreter” by Pastor Benjamin Ofei-Badu, Home and Urban Missions Coordinator of The Church of Pentecost. Participants were grouped into beginner, intermediate, and advanced levels for breakout discussions, followed by an engaging Q&A session that provided clarity and direction for interpreters’ growth.

A major highlight of SLIC’25 was a panel discussion featuring experienced interpreters and leaders from the Deaf community. They explored the evolving role of sign language interpretation in ministry and the broader call to inclusivity in the body of Christ. Moments of worship, prayer, praise, and fellowship created a deeply spiritual and unifying atmosphere throughout the event.

At the closing session, Pastor Alexander Nyame, National Coordinator for MPWDs, spoke on the topic “Beyond Interpreting: Understanding the Missionary Nature of Interpreting.” Drawing from the call of Moses, he emphasized that God does not focus on ability but on availability. “To function as a missionary interpreter,” he noted, “one must cultivate spiritual intimacy, develop theological understanding, serve with love, depend on the Holy Spirit for empowerment, and carry the message beyond church walls, into homes, schools, and communities.”

He further stated, “God is an inclusive God, and through sign language interpreters, this truth is made visible.”

SLIC’25 concluded with renewed passion and gratitude as interpreters returned to their Districts and Areas, ready to serve as instruments of divine inclusion. Indeed, a new generation of interpreters has been unleashed; on a mission to make Christ known to all.

Report by MPWDs Media Team

Poyentanga District Enrols 42 Vulnerable Children in School Through HUM, SOM Initiative web

Poyentanga District Enrols 42 Vulnerable Children in School Through HUM, SOM Initiative

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In a touching display of compassion and social responsibility, the Poyentanga District of The Church of Pentecost, under the Wa Area, through its Home and Urban Missions (HUM) and Schools Outreach Ministry (SOM), has successfully enrolled forty-two (42) vulnerable children into school.

The initiative, which aligns with the Church’s Vision 2028 mandate of transforming society with Kingdom values, seeks to ensure that every child, regardless of background, has access to education and the opportunity for a brighter future. The beneficiaries include children from deprived families, orphans, persons with disabilities, Fulani children, and others at risk of dropping out of school due to financial hardship.

Through the support of the District Minister, Overseer Bright Alanyo, his wife, and other benevolent individuals, the HUM and Schools Outreach Ministry provided the children with school uniforms, footwear, bags, stationery, and other essentials to help them begin their education with dignity and confidence. The District also arranged transportation to convey the children from their various communities to the schools for formal enrollment.

Speaking during the exercise, Overseer Alanyo commended the HUM and Schools Outreach Ministry team for their selfless dedication and affirmed that the true essence of ministry extends beyond preaching to meeting the social and educational needs of people. He expressed heartfelt appreciation to Apostle B. A. M. Abogorago, Wa Area Head, for his guidance and support, as well as to all who contributed to the success of the initiative.

The Chief of Poyentanga, Naa Salia Abdulai, lauded The Church of Pentecost for the timely intervention, describing it as a life-changing act that would bring lasting impact to the children and their families.

The Poyentanga District’s outreach stands as a testament to the Church’s mission of “possessing the nations” by demonstrating the love of Christ through practical service and community transformation.

Report by Poyentanga Media Team

Detective Sergeant Confidence Fiagadzi Honoured As Ghana’s Outstanding CID Of The Year web

Detective Sergeant Confidence Fiagadzi Honoured As Ghana’s Outstanding CID Of The Year

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Detective Sergeant Confidence Fiagadzi of the Ghana Police Service has been named CID of the Year at the 2025 Ghana Governance and Leadership Awards held at the Airport View Hotel in Accra. The honour celebrates his integrity, exceptional investigative work, and unwavering commitment to justice and public service.

Guided by his personal creed, “Truth over comfort, service over silence, integrity over compromise”, Detective Sergeant Fiagadzi has distinguished himself as a model of ethical and professional excellence within the Ghana Police Service.

Born and raised in Nkwanta, his inspiring journey from modest beginnings to national acclaim is marked by faith, discipline, and selfless service. After completing his education at Kpando Technical Institute, where he served as a student leader, he enlisted in the Ghana Police Service in 2012 and trained at the Kumasi Police Training Depot. His diligence earned him an attachment to the Formed Police Unit (FPU) in Tesano and later a deployment to the United Nations Peacekeeping Mission in South Sudan, where he represented Ghana with honour.

Over the years, Detective Sergeant Fiagadzi has received multiple national recognitions for his integrity and leadership. In 2021, he was awarded Integrity Personality of the Year by the Transparency Ghana Integrity Initiative during the UN Anti-Corruption Day celebration. He also received the Legacy Builder of the Year and Rising Star of the Year awards in 2025, further cementing his reputation as a distinguished officer of the law.

Beyond policing, Fiagadzi is pursuing higher education at Pentecost University, studying Logistics and Supply Chain Management, where he serves as the SRC Vice-President for the 2024/2025 academic year. His excellence in leadership and service recently earned him the Chairman’s Award from The Church of Pentecost.

A devout Christian, husband, and father of three, Detective Sergeant Fiagadzi worships with The Church of Pentecost, Darkuman District – English Assembly, where he serves as Media Director and President of the Faithful Gents. His life and work embody his faith and commitment to godly leadership.

In his acceptance remarks, he dedicated the award to the Inspector-General of Police, the Director-General of CID, and all officers who serve Ghana with integrity and compassion.
“This honour belongs to every officer who stands for truth and justice,” he said. “Together, we must continue to build a Ghana where justice is fair to all and not selective.”

The ceremony, themed “Governance and Leadership,” highlighted the importance of ethical leadership in national transformation. Detective Sergeant Confidence Fiagadzi’s recognition stands as a shining example of how faith, discipline, and service can together build a legacy that uplifts both nation and humanity.

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Apostle Samuel Oboubi Dedicates Ghanaian-German Specialist Hospital web

Apostle Samuel Obuobi Dedicates Ghanaian-German Specialist Hospital

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The General Secretary of The Church of Pentecost, Apostle Samuel Gyau Obuobi, on Saturday, 1st November 2025, graced the grand opening and dedication of the Ghanaian-German Specialist Hospital (GGSH) at Sapeiman-Macedonia, Wachild Estate, in Accra.

The 130-bed ultra-modern facility, described as a solidarity hospital, was constructed through the vision and leadership of Dr (Med) and Dr (Ger) Samuel Oduro Okae — a Senior Trauma and Orthopaedics Consultant with DGD-Hospital in Germany and a member of The Church of Pentecost, PIWC Dortmund.

The project was made possible through the donations and collaboration of several German and Ghanaian partners and friends, reflecting a shared commitment to improving healthcare access in Ghana.

The ceremony was attended by the Minister of Health, Hon. Kwabena Mintah Akandoh; the Former Honorary Consul of Ghana in Dortmund, Germany, H.E. Klaus Wegner; Member of Parliament, Hon. Sedem Kweku Afenyo; and the Municipal Chief Executive of the Ga West Municipal Assembly, Hon. John Desmond Sowah Nai.

In his remarks, Apostle Obuobi lauded Dr Okae’s commitment to advancing healthcare delivery, describing the establishment of GGSH as a demonstration of the Church’s mission to influence every sphere of society under the “Possessing the Nations” vision.

He encouraged the staff of the facility to see their work as a continuation of Christ’s healing ministry, calling for professionalism, empathy, and a spirit of service.

The Minister of Health, Hon. Kwabena Mintah Akandoh, commended Dr Okae for his bold initiative and contribution to Ghana’s healthcare system. He reiterated government’s readiness to partner with the private sector in expanding health infrastructure and improving healthcare delivery across the country.

He further urged the hospital staff — and all health workers nationwide — to treat patients with care and compassion. The Minister also encouraged citizens to make use of medical facilities for their health needs rather than relying solely on prayers for healing.

Dr Okae expressed gratitude to God, his family, and all who supported the project, noting that the hospital’s mission is to provide high-quality, accessible, and affordable healthcare services to Ghanaians.

The Ghanaian-German Specialist Hospital stands as a symbol of faith-inspired innovation, global partnership, and compassion, marking a new milestone in Ghana’s healthcare transformation.

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Other Sheep Ministry And Pentecost University Empower First Cohort For Outreach To People Of Other Faiths-1 web

Other Sheep Ministry And Pentecost University Empower First Cohort For Outreach To People Of Other Faiths

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The Other Sheep Ministry, in partnership with Pentecost University, has successfully held a two-day in-person session for the first batch of students enrolled in the Certificate in Christian Outreach to People of Other Faiths programme. The session took place at the Pentecost Convention Centre (PCC), Gomoa Fetteh, near Kasoa, from October 31 to November 1, 2025.

The event brought together distinguished personalities, including the Vice-Chancellor of Pentecost University, Apostle Prof. Kwabena Agyapong-Koduah; the Chief Librarian, Pastor Dr. Abraham Nortey; Pastor Dr. Emmanuel Awudi; Rev. Ray Mensah; Rev. James Amoah Mensah; and Rev. Eric Kallai. Their presence underscored the importance of the programme in equipping believers for effective Christian witness to people of other faiths.

Addressing participants, the National Coordinator of the Other Sheep Ministry, Evangelist Abraham Addae Agyemang, encouraged them to use the knowledge acquired to train others and to win people of other faiths to Christ. He reiterated the vision, mission, and strategic plan of the ministry, which focuses on building the capacity of members and ministers for effective evangelistic outreach. Evangelist Agyemang also took participants through practical approaches to sharing the gospel with people of diverse religious backgrounds.

The session was climaxed with the launch of the November Aggressive Evangelism to People of Other Faiths, led by Evangelist Agyemang. The initiative forms part of the ministry’s ongoing efforts to intensify evangelistic activities and strengthen outreach strategies.

Report by Pastor Daniel Gyekye (National Executive Committee Secretary, The Other Sheep Ministry)

The Word Holds All Creation – Apostle Samuel Gyau Obuobi Declares web

The Word Holds All Creation – Apostle Obuobi Declares

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The General Secretary of The Church of Pentecost, Apostle Samuel Gyau Obuobi, has highlighted the boundless power and living nature of God’s Word, describing it as “a dynamic and life-transforming force that sustains all creation.”

Speaking on the topic “The Word of God Is Power,” on Wednesday, October 29, 2025 at the Mount Olives Worship Centre in the Odorkor Area of the Church, Apostle Obuobi drew his key texts from Hebrews 1:1–3 and Hebrews 4:12, emphasizing that “we serve a God who speaks.”

“The gods of other people cannot hear and cannot speak,” he explained. “But our God speaks, and He sustains everything by the power of His Word. The reason everything in creation remains intact is because something is holding everything together – that is the power of the Word.”

He noted that the Word of God is not dead or inactive but “a living reality.”

“The Word of God is alive and powerful,” he said. “It is dynamic, not static; active, not quiet. It is ever at work, not dormant or ineffective. The Word is immanent and ever-present, not silent or distant.”

According to the General Secretary, the Word of God must be understood as a ‘Person’ and not merely as words or symbols on a page.

“The Word of God is Jesus Himself,” Apostle Obuobi stated, referencing Revelation 19:11–13. “To underestimate the power of the Word is to underestimate the power of God, because the Word of God carries the very power of God.”

Citing John 6:63, he continued, “The Word is Spirit and life. Once you embrace the Word of God, you are embracing the Spirit – and you are embracing life itself.”

He further explained that the Word of God has power to convict, regenerate, and cleanse.

“When you encounter the Word, it convicts you of sin and reveals who you truly are,” he said. “Through the Word, we are regenerated, given new birth that comes not from the womb but from the Spirit.”

Apostle Obuobi referenced 1 Peter 1:23 to describe the Word as an imperishable seed that brings spiritual rebirth.

“Every born-again Christian has two births; the natural and the spiritual. The Holy Spirit quickens the Word received by the heart to bring restoration,” he added.

He also highlighted the role of the Word in producing faith.

“Faith is not produced by social media or the news,” he said. “Faith comes by hearing the Word of God (Romans 10:17). That is why we must feed on the Word daily.”

Touching on the cleansing and healing power of the Word, Apostle Obuobi urged believers to continually “wash themselves with the Word.”

“Within the Word is the power to cleanse and make us whole,” he said, citing Ephesians 5:25–26. “If we want to remain spiritually clean, we must stay in the Word always.”

He concluded that the Word of God brings life where there is death and healing where there is pain.

“Anytime there is an encounter with the Word, death goes away,” Apostle Obuobi affirmed, adding; “The Word of God brings life, brings healing, and brings transformation.”

Present at the service were Apostle Isaac Tetteh Juddah (Odorkor Area Head); Pastor Felix Dela Klutse (Director, Pent Media Centre/Resident Minister, Mount Olives Worship Centre); Pastor Alexander Nyame (National Coordinator, Ministry to Persons With Disabilities); Pastor Dr. Ebenezer Tetteh Kpalam (Resident Minister, Love Worship Centre), and their wives.

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Community 2 Revival Assembly Extends Love To Tema Urban Hospital wen

Community 2 Revival Assembly Extends Love To Tema Urban Hospital

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The Church of Pentecost, Community 2 Revival Assembly, under the Tema Greenwich Meridian District, has extended a hand of compassion to the Tema Urban Hospital through a charitable donation aimed at supporting the health facility’s operations and patient care.

The presentation, which took place on Thursday, October 30, 2025, comprised bedsheets, pillows, toiletries, detergents, and assorted beverages valued at GHS 6,850. The gesture formed part of the Assembly’s community impact initiative inspired by the church’s overarching vision of “Possessing the Nations” by transforming society with the principles of the Kingdom of God.

Presenting the items, the District Minister, Pastor Dr. Suleman De-Graft Issaka, commended the leadership and members of the Community 2 Revival Assembly for embodying the love of Christ through tangible service to their community. He noted that true ministry goes beyond preaching, adding that “every act of kindness is a reflection of God’s compassion at work through His people.”

Receiving the donation on behalf of the hospital, Dr. Cynthia Amoah, Head of the Pharmacy Department, expressed heartfelt appreciation to the church for its thoughtful contribution. She noted that the items would significantly aid the hospital’s efforts in providing quality healthcare and encouraged continued collaboration between the church and the facility to promote community health and well-being.

Also present were Mrs. Eunice Dansoa Asare (Customer Relations Officer), Mrs. Alberta Lartey (OPD In-Charge), and Mrs. Jennifer Gyamfi (Paediatrics In-Charge). From The Church of Pentecost, attendees included Mrs. Esther Issaka (Wife of the District Minister), Elder Patrick Owusu Ansah (Presiding Elder, Community 2 Revival Assembly), Deaconess Georgina Aidoo (District Women’s Ministry Leader), and Deaconess Rebecca Adu-Gyamfi (Local Women’s Ministry Leader).

The event concluded with joyful interactions and a visit to the paediatric ward, where the team spent time with the children and shared words of encouragement. The donation, simple yet profound, served as a reminder that the Church’s mission extends beyond the pulpit to touch lives, bring hope, and reflect Christ’s love in the community.

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Kaneshie Area Launches November Aggressive Evangelism Month web

Kaneshie Area Launches November Aggressive Evangelism Month

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The Kaneshie Area of The Church of Pentecost, under the leadership of Apostle Daniel Dekpor, has launched the November 2025 Aggressive Evangelism Month at the Kaneshie Worship Centre in Accra. The colourful launch, held on Sunday, November 2, 2025, was graced by the Evangelism Director of the Church, Apostle Emmanuel Kwesi Appiah, together with the Area Pastorate and other ministers.

In his address, Apostle Appiah explained that official letters had been dispatched to all Area Heads across the nation to inaugurate the Evangelism Month, signalling the start of an intensified soul-winning campaign throughout the Church. He commended the Kaneshie Area for their enthusiasm and prayed for a renewed passion for evangelism across the continent of Africa. He also urged all Christians to embrace evangelism as a divine responsibility.

The November Aggressive Evangelism Month, themed “Unleashed to Go and Tell Everyone, Everywhere,” and dubbed “One Member, One Discipled Soul,” draws inspiration from Luke 10:1–2, Mark 16:15–20, and John 1:41–42. According to Apostle Appiah, the initiative seeks to equip and unleash every believer to share the gospel wherever they are – be it in markets, schools, workplaces, or communities – affirming that God can use anyone regardless of their background or social status.

“The initiative centers on equipping and unleashing every member to reach out to others for Christ,” he emphasized, adding that the vision is rooted in the Church’s divine mandate to make disciples of all nations.

He further disclosed that planned activities for the month include house-to-house evangelism, crusades, street outreaches, dawn broadcasts, social media campaigns, and sessions for water and Holy Spirit baptism. He noted that follow-up and discipleship strategies have also been outlined to nurture new converts and sustain ongoing evangelistic efforts.

Among the dignitaries present were Elder Evans Ayim (Deputy Director, Evangelism Ministry); Apostle Professor Joseph I. T. Buertey (Resident Minister, Kaneshie PIWC); Pastor Musah Yahaya (Secretary, Evangelism Ministry / Resident Minister, Kaneshie Worship Centre); Pastor Joseph Appiah Tah (Kaneshie Area Evangelism Leader / Bubuashie District); Pastor Samuel Awujah (Kaneshie Area Secretary / Darkuman District); Pastor Samuel Kofi Yeboah (Adwenbu District / Kaneshie Area HUM Coordinator & PEMEM Leader); Pastor Anane Yeboah (Bubuashie North District); and Elder Lawyer Ken Aboah (Trustee, The Church of Pentecost).

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You Can Live Above Sin — Apostle Oboubi wen

You Can Live Above Sin — Apostle Obuobi Tells Christians

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The General Secretary of The Church of Pentecost, Apostle Samuel Gyau Obuobi, has affirmed that through the power of the Holy Spirit, every believer has the divine capacity to live above sin and walk in true spiritual freedom.

Speaking at a spirit-filled communion service at the Pentecost International Worship Centre (PIWC)–Tesano on Sunday, 2 November 2025, Apostle Obuobi, accompanied by his wife, Mrs Juliana Korkor Oboubi, preached on the theme “The Two Laws”, drawing from Romans 8:1–2.

He explained that believers are no longer bound by the law of sin and death, which once enslaved humanity, but have been set free by the law of the Spirit of life in Christ Jesus. According to him, the power of the Holy Spirit now enables Christians to resist sin and live victoriously.

Apostle Obuobi likened the struggle with sin to the force of gravity that constantly pulls everything downward. However, he noted that just as aerodynamics enables an aircraft to rise above gravity, the Holy Spirit empowers believers to overcome sin’s pull and soar in righteousness.

He further illustrated this truth by comparing Christ’s redemptive work on the cross to the repeal of an old law. “When Jesus died, He repealed the law of sin and death and enacted a new one — the law of the Spirit of life. This new law gives us power over sin,” he said.

Apostle Obuobi emphasised that this divine law is written not on tablets of stone but in the hearts of believers. Through the indwelling Spirit, Christians can live righteous, Christ-like lives.

The communion service concluded in an atmosphere of gratitude, as worshippers celebrated the liberating truth that in Christ, sin no longer has dominion over them.

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Babile District Donates 250 Pairs of Sandals to School Children in Wa Area web

Babile District Donates 250 Pairs of Sandals to School Children in Wa Area

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In a heartfelt effort to promote education and community well-being, The Church of Pentecost Babile District in the Wa Area donated 250 pairs of sandals to school children within the district on Tuesday, October 28, 2025.

The donation, part of the church’s Vision 2028 initiative titled “Unleashing the Whole Church to Transform Their World with the Values and Principles of the Kingdom of God,” underscores the church’s commitment beyond spiritual activities. District Minister Ovr. James Ashamoah Wettey emphasized that the act exemplifies the church’s love in action, aiming to improve the lives of children by providing better footwear for their school days.

The donation was distributed across three schools—Wulling Basic School, Salvation Preparatory School, and Bendito School—benefiting 250 children. Ovr. Wettey cited Proverbs 3:27, urging the community to “do not withhold good from those to whom it is due,” highlighting the Church’s focus on life transformation through education and service.

Parents and guardians were encouraged to partner with the church and other stakeholders in shaping their children’s future through love, discipline, and education. The event was attended by school officials, church leaders, and representatives from Access Bank Ghana Limited and the District Minister of Basounde, Ovr Twumberima Pamfo, whose support made the initiative possible.

Ovr. James Wettey reaffirmed that the church remains committed to community development and will continue to do more as long as capacity allows. The District Minister expressed gratitude to church leaders and supporters for their unwavering support in fostering community growth.

Report by Babile District Media