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The Head of Ministerial Formation at the Pentecost School of Theology and Missions (PSTM), Apostle Dr. Christian Tsekpoe, has affirmed that true redemption — involving release, rescue, and deliverance — is found only in Jesus Christ.

“The redemption from Jesus sets people free,” he declared, emphasizing that humanity, bound by sin and incapable of saving itself, can only be liberated through the sacrificial blood of Jesus.

Apostle Dr. Tsekpoe made this statement on Friday, May 30, 2025, during the ongoing “You Must Be Born Again” Gospel Crusade held at the Ho Technical University.

Preaching on the theme “Forgiveness of Sins Through the Blood of Jesus,” he noted that the overwhelming sinfulness and shame plaguing the world require divine intervention.

“For someone to need redemption, the person must be under some form of oppression,” he explained, stressing that only the blood of Jesus has the power to cleanse and restore.

He added, “God paid our penalty Himself. The iniquities of our lives are too weighty for us to bear. Jesus is the only one qualified to pay the price and redeem us.”

Touching on the deceptive nature of sin, Apostle Tsekpoe warned, “The devil comes to steal your mind; he makes sin look so enticing, so beautiful.”

Referring to the biblical account of Adam and Eve, he said, “God killed an animal and replaced their fig leaves with proper covering, removing their shame. Every wisdom outside of Christ is the wisdom of leaves.”

He also stressed the importance of spiritual authority in overcoming oppression. Drawing from Exodus 1:11–16, he noted that the Israelites’ suffering in Egypt was not solely due to Pharaoh’s cruelty, but also because there was no one with divine authority to confront the enemy’s power.

“The devil can only oppress you when you lack a certain power,” he concluded.

The crusade — organized by the Youth Ministry of The Church of Pentecost in partnership with the Schools Outreach Ministry — continues through Sunday, June 1, 2025, and aims to spark spiritual renewal and transformation within the Ho Technical University community.

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The Elmina Area Head of The Church of Pentecost, Apostle Lawrence Oduro-Nyarko, has dedicated two church buildings — Hemang and Bethel Assemblies — both in the Ebukrom District.

The colourful dedication service took place on Wednesday, June 4, 2025. Apostle Oduro-Nyarko expressed heartfelt gratitude to God, the leadership of the Church, and the entire membership of the local assemblies for their diverse contributions and unwavering support that led to the successful construction and dedication of the two edifices.

Preaching the sermon on the theme, “Unleashed to Live a Life According to God’s Pattern,” Pastor Francis Achiah, the Komenda District Minister, exhorted all present to understand and walk in God’s established principles and values.

Defining the term “unleashed” as being released with a certain force and without restriction, he encouraged believers to operate in this divine grace to positively transform every aspect of their lives — including their prayer life, fasting, and Bible study.

He emphasised that God is a God of patterns, and every disciple of Christ is called to live by these divine patterns. “You can’t be a disciple of Christ and have your own pattern,” he stated. According to him, God pays close attention to the conduct of His people to ensure they follow His laid-down instructions.

Quoting Exodus 26:30, Pastor Achiah urged believers to build their lives strictly according to God’s pattern in order to experience His glory and transformation.

He pointed out that while figures such as David, Moses, and Abraham did many commendable things, they are not the perfect examples to follow. Jesus Christ alone remains the ultimate pattern for Christian living.

Drawing from Matthew 5:21 and the verses that follow, he highlighted some of Christ’s patterns that believers must uphold: refraining from using ungodly words, forgiving offenders, living in purity, and avoiding sexual immorality, including adultery and fornication.

He concluded by calling on all to fix their eyes on Jesus and exemplify His character and lifestyle in every area of their lives.

Elder Raymond Awortwe, the District Secretary, reading the history of the church buildings, narrated that the Sekyere Hemang Assembly, originally under the Daboase District, began in 1988 in a rented apartment. It later moved to a classroom before acquiring four plots of land in 2016, where construction commenced.

Similarly, the Bethel Assembly, which started in 2008 at the Oxford Preparatory School, secured land in 2016 and began building.

He noted that through the combined financial support of the local assemblies, the District, the Area, and grants from the Church’s Headquarters, both buildings have been successfully completed and dedicated to the glory of God.

Pastor John Inusah Aturi, the District Minister, expressed deep appreciation to the current Area Head, Apostle Lawrence Oduro-Nyarko, and former Area Heads — Apostles David Terkper and Samuel Yaw Antwi — for their financial assistance.

He also acknowledged the pioneering efforts of his predecessor, Pastor Joseph Amesinu, for taking the bold steps to initiate the projects.

The event was graced by Dr. (Mrs.) Cynthia Oduro-Nyarko, wife of the Area Head, as well as Pastors Samuel Obeng Ansong, Chris Ameyaw, Daniel Tetteh Matey, Benjamin Aliniah, and Prince Augustine Ababio. Also present were presbyters and members of the Ebukrom District.

Report by Elmina Media Ministry

Overseer Michael Ngosra Boakye Danquah, the district minister for Buffalo District in the New York Area of COP-USA, together with his family, has fully financed the construction of a Community-Based Church Building (CBCB) for the Yipala Assembly in the Anyima District in the Kintampo Area of The Church of Pentecost, at a total cost of GHS 157,514.

Overseer Boakye Danquah was moved to undertake the project after learning of the assembly’s plight. For eleven years, the congregation had worshipped without a permanent place of meeting. Upon hearing about this challenge during a conversation with Pastor Daniel Koranteng Kwagyiri, Anyima District Minister, he decided to fund the construction of the auditorium.

Work on the church building commenced on August 15, 2023, and it was completed and dedicated on May 30, 2025, during a colourful service officiated by Apostle Francis Agyemang Badu, the Area Head for Kintampo.

The community and its leadership expressed their deep gratitude to The Church of Pentecost for its contribution to local development through the edifice.

Speaking at the event, Apostle Agyemang Badu, on behalf of the Chairman and the Executive Council of the church, thanked Overseer Boakye Danquah and his family for their kind gesture. He also commended the district pastor for his prudent management of the funds entrusted to him.

Report by Kintampo Area Media Team

In a remarkable demonstration of faith and love, Elder Dr. Workman Atsu and his wife have donated their personal vehicle—a KIA Sorento Station Wagon valued at GH¢185,500.00—to the Agbevekope District in the Aflao Area of The Church of Pentecost.

The donation was officially made during a brief ceremony held on Wednesday, May 28, 2025, at the forecourt of the Shekinah Temple in the Aflao District.

Speaking at the event, Elder Dr. Workman Atsu explained that the gesture was a personal contribution aimed at easing the transportation challenges of the District Pastor, thereby facilitating a smoother and more effective ministry.

Receiving the keys and documents on behalf of the Church, the Aflao Area Head, Apostle Michael Agyen Brefo, expressed deep appreciation to the couple for their selfless act of generosity and unwavering faith. He prayed that the Lord would richly bless and reward them for their sacrificial gift.

The Agbevekope District Minister, Pastor Frederick Agbevem, who was visibly moved, thanked the couple sincerely and assured them of the vehicle’s effective use and proper maintenance.

Also present at the ceremony were the Area Deacon, Elder Emmanuel Awuakye, and a cross-section of the pastorate.

Report by Pastor Francis Lamptey (Aflao Area Reporter)