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The Kintampo Area Head of The Church of Pentecost, Apostle Francis Agyemang Badu, dedicated two church buildings, namely Korpedekeh and No. 6 assemblies, both in the Mpaha district, on Friday, April 19, 2024.

In his opening address, the Area Head commended the Chairman of the church, Apostle Eric Nyamekye, and the Executive Council for their constant release of grants to support church buildings in the mission areas.

He mentioned that Headquarters grants for the construction of Community Based Church Buildings (CBCB) had greatly contributed to removing some assemblies from worshipping in classrooms and under trees.

Apostle Agyemang Badu also expressed appreciation to the District Minister, Pastor Philip Osei Agyemang, the District Executive Committee, the presbytery of Mpaha, and all the artisans for their outstanding hard work and various contributions that led to the completion of the buildings.

He advised them to take ownership of the property and ensure they do everything possible to maintain it in good shape for the benefit of posterity.

Presenting the history, the District Secretary, Elder Philip Adugu, mentioned that the No. 6 Assembly was transferred to Mpaha District in 2019 from Mankango District under the Atebubu Area.

He added that the assembly was established in 2011 after an outreach by the Mankango District.

He further revealed that in 2013, the local assembly decided to construct a larger church building. Unfortunately, after reaching the roofing stage, a strong wind destroyed the gables and a portion of the lintel.

However, in November 2023, through the Area Head, Apostle Francis Agyemang Badu, a grant of GHC90,000 was received to reconstruct the entire edifice.

The Korpedekeh Assembly began in 1972 with 15 members under Pastor S.P. Asamoah (now retired), the then District Minister, after a rally in the community.

Some years later, fishing became difficult, and the leaders of the Local Assembly decided to migrate to another place for survival, intending to collapse the church.

Pastor Asamoah, upon hearing the news, came to Korpedekeh, stood at the river bank, and prayed for God’s intervention. The next day, fish were abundant, and the assembly was greatly revived.

The foundation stone was laid in June 2022 by the then Area Head, Apostle Gideon Obeng Darko-Debrah. Upon the arrival of Apostle Francis Agyemang Badu as Area Head, he continued to provide financial support through Missions and Area grants for the completion of the building.

Pastor Philip Osei Agyemang expressed heartfelt gratitude to the Area Head for showing keen interest in the building and promised that the Church’s leadership would ensure proper maintenance is regularly done on the buildings.

In attendance were Mrs. Theresa Agyemang Badu, wife of the Area Head, pastors and wives in the Area, the Chiefs and Elders of the two communities, as well as the officers and members in the Mpaha district.

Report by Pastor Prince Augustine Ababio (Area Reporter)

The University of Cape Coast branch of the Pentecost Students and Associates (PENSA-UCC), under the leadership of the Resident Campus Minister, Pastor Frank Akonnor, have embarked on a week-long missions outreach to proclaim the gospel and win souls for Christ in the Komenda District.

The outreach, dubbed “Gospel Across Boundaries” (GAB 2024), commenced on Tuesday, April 23, with about 150 students and will run until Sunday, April 28, 2024..

This year’s theme, “One Name, Jesus Christ,” is anchored on Acts 4:12, with a focus on proclaiming the simple message of the saving name of Jesus Christ to the unreached.

The outreach is hosted by the Komenda District Minister, Pastor Francis Achiah, and is expected to reach thousands of individuals in and around the Komenda community.

The PENSA-UCC team, comprising students, associates and alumni, will engage in evangelism, community service, and other activities to spread the love of Christ Jesus.

“Our goal is to share the transformative power of the gospel with the people of Komenda and beyond. We believe that the name of Jesus has the power to change lives, and we expect to see the great impact of this outreach”, Pastor Frank Akonnor revealed.

“These young people have been unleashed to reach out and win souls for Christ through evangelistic activities such as house-to-house, street evangelism, rallies, community/information center evangelism, and rallies”, he added.

The team has also expressed much anticipation for God to wrought signs and wonders to confirm His word.

“Gospel Across Boundaries” promises to reach the unreached and bring them to the saving knowledge of Christ.

Report by PENSA-UCC Secretariat Team

The Agormanya Area Head of The Church of Pentecost, Apostle Dr. Samuel Kojo Gakpetor, has dedicated the newly-constructed church building of Emmanuel Assembly in the Asutsuare District of The Church of Pentecost.

The building, funded through the Community Based Church Building (CBCB) grant from the Church’s Headquarters, was dedicated on Sunday, 14th April 2024.

Apostle Dr. Gakpetor was assisted by the Asutsuare District Minister, Pastor Joseph Kojo Mensah, and some ministers in the Agormanya Area, including Pastor Theodore Ashia, former Area Secretary, and Pastor Jacob Kwakye Frimpong, Area Executive member.

Also present were Mrs. Grace Gakpetor (Wife of the Agormanaya Area Head), ministers’ wives, as well as some officers in the Agormanya Area.

Speaking at the event, Apostle Dr. Gakpetor, who is also the Coordinator of the National Discipleship and Leadership Development Committee (NDLDC), acknowledged all those who have generously contributed to the project since 2013.

He noted that while having a beautiful edifice is good, it is equally important for the worshippers to be holy, emphasizing that sin is a reproach and brings destruction.

Expounding on the topic “Breaking the Barriers of Reaching Out to All People” with reference to John 4:7, 10-24, he explained that just as Jesus broke barriers and spoke to the Samaritan woman, Christians must also break all barriers and spread the gospel to all creatures.

He cautioned against tribalism in the Church, emphasizing that through Christ, all have been made one.

“Jesus broke religious, social, and cultural stereotypes in order to minister to the Samaritan woman, as a result, the Samaritan woman became a blessing to her community.

“When we break barriers and minister to such neglected people, they become the vessels through which the gospel reaches their kind. The fact that God loves everyone should motivate us to reach all manner of persons with the gospel without prejudice,” he stressed.

He urged the gathering to use the edifice for its intended purpose, as a place where they would come for strength and receive godly teachings to impact their communities and preach the gospel.

The Emmanuel Assembly church building project also received a grant from the Agormanya Area and offerings raised by the Local Assembly.

Report by Agormanya Area Media Team.

The Agotime Afegame church building in the Ho Area Head of The Church of Pentecost has been dedicated to the glory of God.

The dedication service, which took place on Friday, April 12, 2024, was officiated by Apostle Dr. Dela Quampah (Ho Area Head and Executive Council Member), assisted by Overseer Eric Sitsofe Akude of Kpetoe District.

The church building, which was started in 2006, was constructed with donations from members, other individuals and support from the District and the Area, at the cost of GH₵86,015.15.

Preaching the sermon on the topic, “You are the manifestation of God’s light, power and glory” with 2 Chronicles 7:1-3, 1 Kings 8:11 as his main Bible reference, the District Minister for Akpokope District, Pastor Daniel Dogbey, said that just as the temple of Jerusalem was built in splendor to the glory of God, all Christians must live their lives  such that the glory and power of God shall be seen through them.

Referencing the dedication of the temple, Pastor Dogbey reminded all Christians to dedicate their lives to God and be committed to the things of God without the everyday excuses people give for their inability to give their all to God.

Pastor Dogbey also called on Christians to continue to live exemplary lives, “We are to be the reflectors of God glory, a vessel that God’s power is working in, and through our lives, be bright shining examples to the world.”

Pastor Daniel Dogbey concluded by encouraging all Christians to be zealous for God just as Solomon was zealous to do something unique that brought out God’s glory, beauty and power for all to see.

The Area Head, Apostle Dr. Dela Quampah, announced the change of name for the Assembly to Dedefia Assembly (Revelation Assembly), declaring that the church shall be a place of revelation for members, and visitors alike.

In attendance were Mrs Comfort Quampah (Wife of the Area Head) and the pastorate of Dome Zone of the Ho Area.

Report by Overseer Eric Sitsofe Akude, Kpetoe District.

The National Head of The Church of Pentecost in Togo, Apostle Lare Banimpo, has created an avenue for members of the Church in Togo with hearing-impairment to learn sign language to aid in easy communication and studying the Bible.

This is part of the Church’s ‘Possessing The Nations’ agenda under Vision 2028 where the Ministry to Persons with Disabilities (MPWDs) was introduced to pay special attention to members with disabilities.

Apostle Banimpo introduced the group to Apostle Vincent Anane Denteh, the Director of the Men’s Ministry and Coordinator of the Chieftaincy Ministry, who was in Togo as a Guest Speaker for a three-day joint Conference for the Men’s Ministry and the Chieftaincy Ministry in Togo.

It was indicated that some of these hearing-impaired individuals have never set foot in the classroom, but through these training they can now read the Bible and also teach others.

An elder of the Church, who is also a hearing-impaired person, has been taking the students through the lessons.

With sign language, the students expressed their joy for the opportunity to learn and over the visit of Apostle Vincent Anane Denteh.

Report by Kaakyire Kwaku Asante.