Think About Tomorrow - Apostle Nyamekye Admonishes Politicians & Leaders web

Think About Tomorrow – Apostle Nyamekye Admonishes Politicians & Leaders

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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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Mountain View Worship Centre Bolsters Mission Efforts web

Mountain View Worship Centre Bolsters Mission Efforts

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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.

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The Church Of Pentecost Registers 980 Students, Parents For NHIS In Poyentanga

The Church Of Pentecost Registers 980 Students, Parents For NHIS In Poyentanga

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The School Outreach Ministry (SOM) of Poyentanga District in the Wa Area of The Church of Pentecost has renewed and registered 980 students and their parents onto the National Health Insurance Scheme (NHIS).

According to the District Minister, Overseer Bright Alanyo, the 2-day exercise, which benefited 15 basic schools in 11 communities in the district, was organised to help people with financial constraints have access to free healthcare. It was carried out with the technical support from the staff of the National Health Insurance Authority (NHIA) from the Wa Municipality.

‘The purpose of this exercise is to help enroll all students and parents who have financial difficulties in registering for the NHIS card or renewing their expired NHIS cards to access health care,’ the district minister explained.

Addressing students and parents at the registration centre, Overseer Alanyo asserted that The Church of Pentecost is not only interested in winning souls for Christ but is equally concerned about the health of the souls and the general wellbeing of students and their parents.

‘As leaders, it is our duty to see to the welfare of all persons and their health status,’ he stated.

Overseer Alanyo expressed his profound appreciation to the Wa Area Head, Pastor B. A. M. Abogorago, for his support and prayers for the success of the exercise.

Mrs Nancy Alanyo, the wife of the district minister, also advised the beneficiaries to take good care of the cards to serve the intended purpose.

Report by Wa Area Media Team

Apostle Eric Nyamekye Urges Church Leaders To Prioritise Personal Devotion web

Apostle Eric Nyamekye Urges Church Leaders To Prioritise Personal Devotion

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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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God’s People Are Built In Prayer Closets web

God’s People Are Built In Prayer Closets – Apostle Nyamekye Disclosed

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The Chairman of The Church of Pentecost, Apostle Eric Nyamekye, has revealed that God’s mighty men and women are built through intensive prayers.

He made this disclosed while speaking to presiding elders and elders of the church in the Ashanti Region on Friday, October 4, 2024, at the Bantama Assembly.

Speaking on the topic, ‘Lord, Teach Us To Pray,’ Apostle Nyamekye emphasised that prayer is essential in the life of every Christian, especially leaders in the faith. He revealed that the best prayers are said in secluded places, just as Jesus did in Mark 1:35, stating that ‘secluded places are where God’s men and women, useful for ministry, are made.’

Apostle Nyamekye stated that to be truly useful in the arms of God, church leaders must seek Him in secluded places through dedicated and long periods of prayer.

Highlighting the importance of dedicating time to prayer, Chairman Nyamekye explained that Jesus prayed because He recognised it as a need.

‘Jesus was aware that having taken on human form, He would be tempted and could grow weak and weary. Therefore, He needed to rely on God, who assures to uphold, support, defend against opposition, and sustain all who seek Him,’ he said.

Apostle Nyamekye further noted that the best texts and messages are gained from the closet through prayers, disclosing that waiting on God through prayer is the period that people have face-to-face encounter with God, who provides deeper revelations and insights into scriptures.

Using himself as an example, he said, ‘My best messages come to me when I am on my knees in prayer. Sometimes, I would have finished preparing my sermon for a programme, and a few hours before the event when I zoom into prayer, it is then that God dismantles the whole sermon and rearranges it.’

He called on all to revert to the typical Pentecostal prayers which are more focused on the Holy Spirit and an intercessory rather that personal needs so the world will hear and benefit from it.

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Nima Alaska District Launches Community Children’s Club web

Nima Alaska District Launches Community Children’s Club

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The Nima Alaska District, in partnership with the Home and Urban Missions (HUM) of The Church of Pentecost, Ashaiman Sector, has inaugurated a Community Children’s Club in the district to reach out to the vulnerable children in the community.

The event took place on Saturday, September 21, 2024, at the Nima Alaska Central Auditorium.

The enclaves of Nima, Alaska, Mamobi, Kanda and other surrounding communities are highly populated with migrants from the Northern part of Ghana and other African countries. These communities also face the challenge of substance use disorders and other vices which pose a threat to the children and teens in the area.

The church in its unleashing agenda created the Community Children’s Clubs to engage the children in the community.

Speaking at the launch of the club, Pastor Solomon Anderson, the Ashaiman Home and Urban Missions Sector Coordinator, highlighted the need to snatch vulnerable children through child evangelism and life-on-life discipleship.

Pastor Anderson entreated the children to trust in Jesus because of His unconditional love, omniscience, and constant presence to in their life.  

Pastor Sylvester Ayiah, the Nima Alaska District Minister, encouraged the Sunday School teachers and parents present to make a deliberate effort to save children and support them both spiritually and physically.

He assured the church of his support to sustain the clubs to reach out to other children in the community.

Pastor Ayiah also thanked the Chairman of The Church of Pentecost, Apostle Eric Nyamekye, for the new ministry interventions in line with Vision 2028 agenda of the church.

Each child present was presented with gift boxes.

Report by Seth Mensah Odifo, HUM Media.

‘National All Leavers Summit’ Gathers Over 3,000 School Leavers web

‘National All Leavers Summit’ Gathers Over 3,000 School Leavers In Greater Accra

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The much-anticipated National All Leavers Summit has taken place, with over 3,000 Senior High School (SHS) and Junior High School (JHS) leavers in the Greater Accra Region in attendance. Other centres across the country also saw a large turnout.

The maiden edition of the summit, which was held on Saturday, September 28, 2024, had it main venue as the Kaneshie Worship Centre of The Church of Pentecost and over 100 auxiliary centres across Ghana under the theme, ‘Raising a New Generation in a Society of Declining Moral Values: Equipping Them for a Brighter Future’ (inspired by Daniel 1:8 and Psalm 100:4)

Pastor Frank Mensah Tandoh (National Coordinator of the Schools Outreach Ministry) stated that many school leavers often overlook the stages that follow their education. ‘Immediately after school, there’s a sense of euphoria that can lead them to forget there are still other stages of their lives,’ he noted.

The SOM Coordinator added that the collaboration among the organisers was designed to ensure that young school leavers can align with their God-given destinies while steering clear of societal vices.

In his welcome address, the Kaneshie Area Head and Executive Council Member of the church, Apostle Samuel Osei Asante, highlighted the summit’s role in addressing pressing questions leavers face today.

He remarked: ‘The theme of this summit cannot be underestimated, especially in this contemporary age when young people are confronted by multiple social vices.’

Apostle Asante urged participants to embrace godly values and principles, emphasising that building up the next generation requires collective effort from parents, teachers, and community leaders.

The event featured a powerful sermon by Rev. Derick E. Koomson, CEO of Scripture Union Ghana (SU) in which he asserted: ‘When you begin with God, He will see you through.’

While acknowledging the overwhelming challenges facing today’s youth, Rev. Koomson lamented the moral decline in society and called for a generation of spiritual renewal to confront these evils.

He encouraged attendees to reject sin and accept Jesus Christ as their saviour, emphasising that true success comes from relationship with God.

He called for unity among all stakeholders in nurturing young leaders capable of making positive contributions to society.

Patrons of the summit were also taken through key lessons that will help them succeed in life by Elder Paul Kofi Mantey, Managing Director, Ecobank EDC. They also had a breakout session where they were taken through the chances available to them on the next stage of their academic ladder.

Also present were Pastor Dr Felix Dela Klutse (Director, Pent Media Centre), Dr Kwabena B. Tandoh (Deputy Director-General of the Ghana Education Service), Pastor Nillo Arthur (Kaneshie Area SOM Coordinator), among others.

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MPWDs Holds Sports Evangelism In Kumasi web

MPWDs Holds Sports Evangelism In Kumasi

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The Northern Sector of the Ministry to Persons with Disabilities (MPWDs) of The Church of Pentecost has organised a maiden MPWDs sports evangelism for Persons With Disabilities (PWDs) in the Greater Kumasi enclave.

The programme was held on September 23, 2024, at the Edwenase Disability Rehabilitation Center in Kumasi.

The event, which was under the auspices of the Ashanti Regional Coordinator of the church, Apostle Yaw Adjei-Kwarteng, who also doubles as the Kwadaso Area Head, had participants drawn from the Kwadaso and Bompata Areas, Ghana Society for the Physically Disabled (GSPD) in the Kwadaso Municipal, and the students of the Edwenase Disability Rehabilitation Center. In all, over 250 PWDs were in attendance.

In a short sermon, the Northern Sector Coordinator of MPWDs, Overseer Joshua Korku Semador, indicated that Jesus is the source of light.

‘Jesus is the light of the world and no one who runs to the light will ever stay or walk in darkness,’ he said, adding: ‘Run to Jesus and you will have eternal life.’

At the end of the event, 48 PWDs gave their lives to Christ, while 18 were baptised in water.

In attendance were Pastor Daniel Konlan (District Minister for Atwima Techiman and Area MPWDs Coordinator for Kwadaso), Pastor Benjamin Octere (Kwadaso Agric District Minister), Pastor Blankson (PIWC Kwadaso Resident Minister), Elder Patrick Opoku Appiah (Bompata Area MPWDs Coordinator) and Mr Delali Otumfour (Manager of Edwenase Disability Rehabilitation Centre).

Report by MPWDs Northern Sector Media Team

Pastor Yatimboh Unveils Vision For Salaga Area web

Pastor Yatimboh Unveils Vision For Salaga Area

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The Salaga Area Head of The Church of Pentecost, Pastor Hayford Nsiah Yatimboh, has unveiled his vision for the transformation of the newly inaugurated Salaga Area.

He outlined his strategic vision during his inaugural Area Presbytery meeting with ministers and officers on Friday, September 20, 2024, at the Salaga Central auditorium.

Pastor Yatimboh affirmed that the mission of the Salaga Area aligns with the broader vision of The Church of Pentecost’s ‘Possessing the Nations’ agenda, by transforming the world through Kingdom principles and values. He, therefore, encouraged members to act as ‘salt and light’ in their communities to effect transformation.

Quoting Exodus 3:1, he underscored the importance of leadership, asserting that unity among leaders is crucial for advancing the church’s agenda.

He expressed his aspiration for the Salaga Area to become a leading example in Ghana.

Sharing his personal experiences in ministry to inspire resilience among leaders, Pastor Yatimboh called for evangelism efforts to extend from village to village, town to town, and house to house to reach every corner of society.

He assured the officers that they share one Father (God) and that he is merely a caretaker under the guidance of Jesus Christ. He highlighted the benefits of establishing an administrative Area and urged members to actively participate rather than remain passive observers.

During the meeting, Pastor Ohene Boafo, the PENSA Traveling Secretary for the Northern Sector (covering Tamale, Salaga, and Yendi Areas), addressing the presbytery about PENSA activities, announced the formation of a group called ‘Bombers,’ aimed at enhancing rural evangelism. He also announced plans to introduce social service group focused on addressing community issues related to health, agriculture, and other social interventions.

The meeting concluded with Pastor Yatimboh leading an intensive prayer session for the Area, its ministers, and upcoming events such as Area Week 3 and Christmas convention.

The meeting was well-attended by over 200 participants, consisting officers and ministers and their wives.

Report by Salaga Area Media Team

Digital Champions Summit Held web

Digital Champions Summit Held

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In collaboration with various churches, the Great Commission Movement of Ghana has successfully hosted the ‘Digital Champions Summit 2024’ at the Trinity Theological Seminary in Accra.

The day’s event aimed to equip Christian digital missionaries with modern evangelism techniques through digital media.

Dr Paul Nsiah, a senior lecturer at the University of Cape Coast, opened the summit with a sermonette, urging Christians to utilise digital platforms for evangelism.

He highlighted the slow growth of Christianity, just 0.1% increase over the last decade. He emphasised the need for greater digital outreach, referencing 1 Corinthians 9:22-23.

Mrs  Mary Bawa, Project Manager at the Cyber Security Authority (CSA), addressed the cyber threats facing online evangelism.

She cited Matthew 28:18-20 to underscore the potential of technology in reaching global audiences but warned of risks like phishing, hacking, and ransomware. She advised using multi-factor authentication, backing up data, and avoiding personal details for organisational accounts.

Mr Maximus Ametorgoh, Lead Facilitator and CEO of the Institute of Digital Marketing, described social media as the new mission field.

He recommended building personal websites, running effective email outreach, creating virtual congregations on social media, and using mobile apps for outreach, referencing Psalm 68:11.

Apostle Ebenezer Hagan, Youth Director of The Church of Pentecost, called on young Christians to become ‘digital champions’ by leveraging technology to spread the Gospel.

He encouraged them to use social media, blogs, and podcasts for evangelism, despite challenges like misinformation and cyberbullying. He mentioned the importance of being spiritually grounded, responsible, and innovative in their online activities.

The event featured breakout sessions on Social Media Evangelism, Live Stream Production, Using AI in Ministry, Short Film Ministry, and SMS Evangelism.

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