The 64th Students Representative Council (SRC) of the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST), on Tuesday, July 30, 2024, paid a visit to Pastor Jonathan Ebo Quaye, the Resident Campus Pastor of the KNUST branch of the Pentecost Students and Associates (PENSA).
The team consists of Mr. Kane Nana Francis (President-elect), Mr. Samuel Afful (Vice President-elect), Ms. Samuella Opoku Agyemang (General Secretary-elect), Mr. Joshua Appiah-Kubi (Financial Secretary-elect), and Ms. Nana Yaa Aduakye (Women’s Commissioner-elect).
Congratulating the newly elected student leadership, Pastor Ebo Quaye, stated: “I am proud of you all, especially Ms. Samuella Opoku Agyemang and Ms. Nana Yaa Aduakye, who are both members of PENSA-KNUST, for being part of the 64th Students Representative Council.”
He further said that leadership is service to God and humanity, urging them to practice servant leadership using Jesus Christ as a perfect example for them to emulate.
Pastor Ebo Quaye commended them for their dedication and support towards PENSA-KNUST and the broader Christian community on campus. He encouraged them to hold on to their Christian virtues and pursue excellence in their respective roles.
He reassured them of PENSA-KNUST’s earnest support, love, and prayers for a successful tenure in office.
Mr Kane Nana Francis, the SRC President-elect, on behalf of his colleagues, expressed his gratitude to PENSA-KNUST for their warm reception and support during the elections.
The President-elect and his team shared their insightful vision with Pastor Ebo Quaye. They emphasized their commitment to creating a conducive environment that prioritizes the views of students in decision-making.
Pastor Jonathan Ebo Quaye said a heartfelt prayer for them, requesting for the grace of God as they carry out their respective duties.
Report by Erica Owusu Acheampong (Editor Librarian, PENSA-KNUST)
The La Area Youth Ministry of The Church of Pentecost has donated some essential items to the Osu Children’s Home to support its occupants.
The donation included bags of rice, gallons of cooking oil, soft drinks, toilet rolls, biscuits, water, washing powder, and soaps.
They were presented during a visit to the home as part of activities to climax the recently concluded National Youth Week celebrations.
The church delegation, led by the Area Ministry Youth Leader, Pastor Emmanuel Opoku Mensah, also included other Area Youth Ministry Executive Committee members and youth members.
The donation was received with gratitude by the management of the Osu Children’s Home, who expressed their appreciation for the continuous support and kindness shown by the La Area Youth Ministry.
Pastor Emmanuel Opoku Mensah emphasized the importance of such charitable activities, stating that they align with the ministry’s mission to serve and uplift the less fortunate members of society.
He encouraged the youth to continue participating in such initiatives, highlighting the impact of collective efforts in making a difference in the lives of others.
The event was a resounding success, reflecting the commitment of the La Area Youth Ministry to community service and their dedication to living out the values of compassion and generosity.
Apostle Ebenezer Hagan, the Youth Ministry Director of The Church of Pentecost, joined members of Achimota English Assembly in the Achimota Area to climax the 2024 National Youth Week Celebration.
The service was filled with joy and excitement, thanks to captivating choreography and spirit-filled music by the Achimota English Assembly choir (Evangel Heralds of Joy) and the youth drama group.
Speaking on the theme “Unleashed to Reach Out for Maximum Impact,” drawing from scriptures in 2 Kings 13:14-28 and John 5:2-8, Apostle Hagan encouraged young people to embrace their potential and be empowered for maximum impact in their generation.
He stressed that God has intentionally equipped and empowered every Christian youth to make a significant difference.
Echoing the message of Apostle Eric Nyamekye, Chairman of The Church of Pentecost, he urged the youth to recognize and fully harness their spiritual gifts and talents to fulfill God’s purpose.
Using the metaphor of arrows and referencing Isaiah’s declaration, “I am a young man, an arrow the Lord has released,” Apostle Hagan described young people as arrows that can achieve far-reaching results, surpassing those who launch them.
He depicted the youth as a dynamic force for advancing both their nation and God’s kingdom.
Addressing concerns about the future of the church and the nation, he stated, “A generation that fails to teach their young people about God is one that fears for the future of its youth.”
Apostle Hagan also emphasized the importance of mentorship, urging older generations to take responsibility for guiding and supporting the younger generation.
“Every young person is a valuable tool in God’s hands, capable of great things when properly nurtured,” he reiterated.
He encouraged the youth to overcome any doubt and embrace their potential, declaring, “The Devil is a liar. Do not lose your confidence. Live a lifestyle that reaches out. If God wants to use you, ask Him to use you big. Don’t let anyone tell you that you’re too young to do anything for God.”
Apostle Hagan urged young people to be grounded in Christ and to confidently reach out, ready to make a significant impact for God’s Kingdom.
The service was also honored by the presence of Mrs. Priscilla Hagan, wife of the Youth Ministry Director, Pastor Gideon Ephraim, and Mrs. Mabel Sunkwa, the Achimota Area Youth Ministry Leader, as well as members of the Achimota Area and District Youth Executives.
Report by Blessed Amonoo (Achimota District Media Team)
During the climax of the National Youth Week celebration of The Church of Pentecost on July 28, 2024, a great talent was birthed in Torkorni Central Assembly in the Hohoe Area.
A member of the church, Derrick Yeboah, an officer of the Ghana Police Service, showcased his talent by doing a pencil sketch of the District Minister of the church, Pastor Hope Lumor, while the pastor was preaching.
Derrick’s artistic talent is a great one that needs maximum attention. An unleashed talent is a weapon to win souls for Christ Jesus and to transform any sphere of influence
It is indeed refreshing to note that this year’s Youth Week celebration has had a great impact. It was indeed life transforming.
The Youth Ministry Director of The Church of Pentecost, Apostle Ebenezer Hagan, has advised Christian youth to have a heart fully committed to Jesus, where He [Jesus] holds the highest place in one’s life.
According to him, a person with such devotion is always ready to follow whatever Jesus asks of them.
He said this at the East Legon Worship Centre on Tuesday, July 23, 2024 during the second day of the weeklong National Youth Ministry Week Celebration.
Delivering a message titled “Sharing in the Passion of Christ”, Apostle Hagan highlighted the dedication of past leaders like Pastor James McKeown and Apostle F. S. Safo.
He recounted how Pastor McKeown, while in Asamankese, played a significant role in spreading the message of Christ.
“To draw the attention of the townspeople to the saving grace of Jesus, he and his wife, Mrs. Sophia McKeown, used instruments to attract crowds.
During one of his evangelistic efforts, a statement he made, “Joseph, Where Art Thou!”, caught the attention of a young, inebriated teacher named Joseph. This encounter led to Joseph’s transformation and eventual rise to become the first General Secretary of The Church Of Pentecost, Apostle Joseph Egyir Paintsil”, he revealed.
Continuing his message, Apostle Hagan spoke about Jesus’ dedication to preaching the Gospel and winning souls for the Kingdom of God. Despite being tired at times, Jesus never relented in His mission. He even borrowed boats from fishermen to preach to the people.
Referencing John 4, he shared how Jesus prioritized His mission over physical needs, saying, “My food is to do the will of Him who sent Me and to finish His work.”
The Youth Director also addressed the modern-day challenges many young people face in balancing their spiritual and professional lives.
He noted that some use their jobs as excuses for not fully engaging in church activities or soul-winning.
He stressed that true love for Christ is not complete until we care deeply for lost souls and make soul-winning a priority in our lives.
He further stated, “Your love is not complete yet until you weep over people who are lost. Your love is not complete yet until what passes through Jesus passes through you. Your love is not complete yet until you take care of what matters to Jesus.”
Apostle Hagan highlighted that lifestyle evangelism—living a life that reflects Christ’s teachings—speaks more powerfully to others than words alone.
He therefore urged believers to make soul-winning a lifestyle, stating that Heaven celebrates over every soul that repents, as reflected in Luke 15:7 and 10.
To support the church’s efforts in soul-winning, Apostle Hagan introduced the Reachout Strategy of the Youth Ministry, consisting of four steps:
1. Target a soul and pray for them.
2. Preach to the souls. Once you are praying for them, go out and preach the Word—Acts 8:26-39, John 4:28-29,39, and John 1:40-42.
3. Follow up with them – Matthew 23:15.
4. Discipleship. Disciple the soul and bring them to church, connecting them with a dedicated, Spirit-filled member who can mentor them.
“This comprehensive approach aims to ensure that new believers are nurtured and integrated into the church community, fulfilling the Great Commission and sharing in the passion of Christ”, he noted.
The Director of the Youth Ministry of The Church of Pentecost, Apostle Ebenezer Hagan, joined the Odorkor Area yesterday [July 22, 2024], officially launch this year’s highly anticipated National Youth Week Ministry Celebration.
The event, which took place at the Sampson Okyere Memorial Temple, drew a mammoth gathering of over 3,000 participants.
Expounding on the main theme for the weeklong celebration, “Unleashed to Reach Out for Maximum Impact,” Apostle Ebenezer Hagan explained that “being unleashed means letting go of the past with energy, moving on with purpose, unstoppable, unrestrained, and breaking free from everything that holds you back.”
He emphasised that the theme is a call to the youth to be dedicated in their walk with God and to be prepared to go all out for Him.
The event was earmarked for spiritual empowerment, and thus, focused on the infilling of the Holy Ghost.
It was attended by the Area Head, Apostle Isaac Tetteh-Judah, the Area Ministry Leader, Pastor John Ofei Badu, and other pastors and their wives from the Area.
The celebration will continue throughout the week at the various district and local levels, and would be climaxed on Sunday, July 28, 2024.
The Director of the Youth Ministry of The Church of Pentecost, Apostle Ebenezer Hagan, has urged Christian youth to make it their lifelong desire to wait on the Lord for the infilling of the Holy Spirit for greater exploits.
Apostle Ebenezer Hagan said this yesterday when he joined the Odorkor Area to officially Kickstart this year’s National Youth Ministry Week Celebration.
Speaking on the topic “Empowerment From On High,” using Luke 24:47-49, Acts 1:6-8, Acts 2:1, and Ezekiel 47 as scripture references, he emphasised the necessity of the Holy Spirit in the life of a believer, especially the Christian youth.
He explained that when Jesus was leaving the earth, He instructed His disciples to wait for the outpouring of the Holy Spirit so they could be filled with power from on high.
“Waiting on the Lord is the key to receiving this promise of the Holy Spirit,” Apostle Hagan stressed.
He admonished the youth to constantly and consciously pray and deeply desire the Holy Spirit, saying, “Always wait and stay in His presence and yearn for the Holy Ghost.”
According to him, the Holy Spirit can be received through fasting and prayers, continuously being in God’s presence, and being focused and determined.
“God always has a moment for everyone to change their life, and as youth, we need to be serious, expectant, and always ready,” he said.
He further elaborated, “When the day of Pentecost came, the disciples were eagerly waiting and praying for it with all seriousness. When it came, it sounded like the blowing of a violent wind from heaven and filled the whole house.”
Apostle Hagan urged Christians, particularly church leaders, to make every service “a day of Pentecost” where the move of the Spirit can be deeply felt.
“Our services will depend on how well we prepare and how serious we are when we come into God’s presence,” he noted.
He highlighted that being filled with the Holy Spirit means God has taken total control of a person’s life, guiding them to do His will rather than their own, adding: “The Holy Spirit is available to anyone who desires Him,” he said.
“A Christian who is full of the Holy Ghost has authority and power at their workplace and wherever they find themselves,” he stated, urging the youth to make it a habit of seeking the infilling of the Holy Spirit daily.
“You will be amazed at the transformation in your life and those around you,” he assured.
He also advised them to seek the baptism of the Holy Spirit with the initial evidence of speaking in tongues and to pray in tongues frequently to edify themselves in the spirit.
“The more you speak in tongues, the more you will be full of power,” he emphasised.
Apostle Hagan also encouraged the youth to yearn for spiritual gifts.
“As Christian youth, you should always desire and pray constantly for the Holy Spirit. Always pray like Daniel, do your devotions, and you will be full of the Holy Ghost and the power that comes with it,” he concluded.
The University of Ghana – Legon branch of the Pentecost Students And Associates’ (PENSA) Evangelism Department, also known as the Hope Committee, on Saturday, July 6, 2024, organised an outreach and donation exercise to support the Trinity Academy Children’s Home.
The outreach had three primary objectives: to share the gospel with the orphans and their caregivers, to provide immediate support and encouragement to the children, and to raise awareness within the congregation about the challenges faced by orphaned children and the importance of community support.
Prior to the event, a donation drive was conducted within the PENSA Legon congregation.
Members generously contributed various items, including water, provisions, toiletries, and monetary donations. These contributions were meticulously collected and organised for delivery to the Trinity Academy Children’s Home.
On the day of the outreach, a team of volunteers from PENSA-Legon visited the orphanage.
They were warmly welcomed by the staff and children. The visit included interactive activities such as preaching the gospel to the children, introducing them to Jesus Christ, and baptising them in the Holy Spirit.
During the visit, the team donated a wide range of essential items, including money, bags of water, rice, sugar, cartons of milk, Milo, sardines, oil, toiletries, and more.
A heartwarming outcome of the visit was that twenty-two children accepted Jesus Christ as their Lord and Saviour, and seven children were baptized in the Holy Spirit.
The children at Trinity Academy expressed profound gratitude and joy for the donations and interactions, which fostered a sense of hope and belonging.
The Pentecost Students and Associates (PENSA) Cape Coast Sector organised a residential retreat dubbed the “Uncommon Leadership Summit” for various leadership groups and working committee members in the Cape Coast zone. The event took place from Friday, June 14th to Sunday, June 16th, 2024, at the PENSA CCTU Auditorium.
The three-day leadership retreat was held under the guidance of Pastor Blessing Joseph Quayson, the PENSA Traveling Secretary.
The PENSA Ghana Coordinator, Elder Issah N. Jeln, opened the summit on Friday evening. He presented on the theme, “Unleashed to Lead with Excellence to Transform Your Campus.”
Drawing from 1 Corinthians 13:1-3, Daniel 6:1-4, and Acts 1:8, he encouraged participants to lead with love, integrity, loyalty, and diligence.
Elder Bismark Afrifa Marfo, a working committee member, addressed the topic, “Leadership Integrity: Managing Church Finance” on Day 2 of the event.
Using 2 Corinthians 8:1-24 as his scripture reference, he emphasized the importance of being morally upright, trustworthy, honest, and faithful in managing church finances.
Elder Evans Darko Addo, another working committee member, spoke about the PENSA Discipleship Program (PDP) and the “Reach Out and Take Over” mandate focused on campus evangelism.
He encouraged participants to utilize the PDP system to win more souls for Christ on their respective campuses, urging leaders to ensure that every PENSA member becomes a soul winner.
Deaconess Lucy Araba Asiedu, a member of the National Coordinating Team (NCT), explained the concept and importance of the PENSA Professional Guild (PPG).
She noted that membership in the PPG on campuses aids evangelism, creates networks and connections, and provides more job opportunities, especially after graduation.
Pastor Patrick Ayertey, the Oguaa Abura District Pastor, presented on the “Core Values of the Church of Pentecost.”
He outlined the core values, including evangelism, discipleship, character, prayer, faithfulness, and integrity. He emphasized the importance of being a prayerful leader with integrity.
The Saturday session concluded with a prayer and impartation session led by Pastor Frank Akonnor, the Resident PENSA Campus Pastor at UCC.
The summit culminated with a presentation by Mrs. Esther Mansa Annan Quayson, the wife of the PENSA Traveling Secretary on Sunday morning.
She spoke on the topic, “The Unleashed Leader and Relationships,” drawing from 1 Corinthians 13:1-13, 1 Corinthians 6:12-20, and Proverbs 6:27-29.
She advised leaders to be physically, spiritually, emotionally, financially, and mentally prepared before entering into any pre-marital relationship.
The participating institutions included Cape Coast Nursing and Midwifery Training College (CCNMTC), Psychiatric Nursing Training College (PNTC), OLA College of Education (OLACOE), Komenda College of Education (KOMENCOE), and Cape Coast Technical University (CCTU).
The Chairman of The Church of Pentecost, Apostle Eric Nyamekye, on Sunday, June 9, 2024, dedicated an ultra-modern church auditorium for the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST) branch of Pentecost Students and Associates (PENSA).
The dedication ceremony was attended by various distinguished personalities, notable among them were Prof. Mrs. Rita Akosua Dickson (Vice Chancellor, KNUST), Mr. Andrews Kwasi Boateng (Registrar, KNUST), Rev. Dr. J. W. Acheampong (Protestant Chaplain, KNUST), Apostle Dr. Amos Jimmy Markin (Evangelism Director, The CoP); Prophet David Kankam Beditor (Area Head, Obuasi), Apostle Ebenezer Hagan (Youth Director, The CoP); Apostle Peter Kofi Dzemekey (Area Head, Asokwa); Apostle Alexander Nana Yaw Kumi-Larbi (Area Head, Ashaiman), Apostle Samuel Osei Asante (Area Head, Kaneshie) and Apostle John Obeng Kesse (Area Head, Suame).
Others were Prophet Samuel Tetteh Doku (Area head, New Tafo), Apostle Victor Asamoah (Area Head, Bompata), Apostle Prof. Joseph I. T. Buertey (Resident Minister, PIWC Asokwa/PENSA KNUST Patron), Apostle Prof. Kwabena Agyapong-Kodua (Vice Chancellor, Pentecost University), Apostle Kingsley Addai (Resident Minister, PIWC Accra), Elder Prof. Eric Appau Asante (Deputy Youth Director) and Pastor Ebo Quaye (KNUST Campus Pastor).
Also present was the wife of the Chairman, Mrs Mary Nyamekye, traditional leaders, among others.
In a sermon titled, “Be Unleashed With Fragrance To Transform Your Spheres,” Apostle Peter Kofi Dzemekey, Asokwa Area Head of The Church of Pentecost, encouraged believers to let their actions and presence bring positive change and memories to their environments.
Drawing an analogy between fragrance and its stress-relieving properties, Apostle Dzemekey explained how a pleasing aroma can evoke good memories and create a calming atmosphere.
He referenced John 12:1-11, highlighting the story of Mary anointing Jesus with expensive perfume. “Mary’s act of anointing Jesus with her costly perfume was a profound display of remorse and devotion. The fragrance filled the entire house, symbolizing how our actions can permeate and transform our surroundings,” he said.
Apostle Dzemekey urged the congregation to seize the moment and be proactive in their endeavours.
“Whatever your hand finds to do, do it. This is your time,” he emphasized, encouraging everyone to contribute meaningfully to their communities and personal projects.
He assured those who invested in the church building that their contributions are not in vain but investments in their future.
“Mary, once a sinner, used her precious perfume to honour Jesus, and in return, Jesus declared her sins forgiven,” Apostle Dzemekey explained.
He pointed out that Mary’s gesture was not just an act of generosity but a significant indication of her repentance and faith, which brought about her forgiveness.
Apostle Dzemekey called on believers to unleash their own “fragrance” – their unique gifts and good works – to transform their spheres of influence.
“Just as Mary’s perfume filled the house, let your positive influence and good deeds fill your surroundings, bringing transformation and the presence of Christ wherever you go,” he concluded.
BRIEF HISTORY OF PENSA KNUST AUDITORIUM
In the 1980’s PENSA-KNUST used to have its mid-week services, dubbed Miracle Movement, at the Independence Hall Chapel. Sunday services were held at the Africa Hall Chapel. In the early 1990’s, however, all the meetings were held at Africa Hall. Miracle Movement services were held at the Africa Hall Chapel while Sunday services were now held at the Africa Hall Dining Hall. As the group grew, however, these two meeting places could no longer accommodate the growing numbers. In the latter part of the 1990s, there started to be an overflow of crowds during special programmes and the normal Sunday morning and mid-week services. In 2004, PENSA-KNUST moved the venue of its midweek services to the Queens Hall dining hall which helped manage the group’s growing number.
THE IDEA OF A JOINT PROJECT
In 2004 when David Nyansah Hayfron (now Apostle Dr) was called into full-time ministry from KNUST-PENSA and stationed at the then Ayeduase Worship Centre, he mooted the idea for a joint building project between PENSA-KNUST and Ayeduase Worship Centre.
THE 5,500-SEATER CHURCH BUILDING
The magnificent edifice includes a 3500-capacity auditorium for PENSA-KNUST, 200-seater French and International Students Assembly Hall/Conference Room, Protocol/Information Students Executive Interacting Chamber, 20-seater Reading Room, LCC Conference Hall, Resident Campus Pastor’s Office, and an Exhibition Hall/Recording Studio for audio-visual works.
It also contains PENSA-KNUST Departments’ Common Hall/Utility Office; 1 Guest Room; Disability Ramp, 2000-capacity auditorium for Ayeduase Central Assembly, Ayeduase District Pastor’s Office; Conference Hall, Ayeduase District Clerk’s Office; A 500-capacity children’s auditorium at the basement, baptistery, and Sound Control/Media Room and Storage Areas, among others.
