For many Millennials in The Church of Pentecost, the stories of Easter conventions organised by our forebears in the 60s, 70s and 80s were legendary—almost mythical. We grew up hearing how our parents and older siblings would travel from far and near, often saving up for months, just to be part of these spiritual pilgrimages.
They spoke of multitudes gathered under palm-frond canopies, the air charged with prayer, praise, and the power of God. We watched low-resolution video recordings with admiration, wondering if we would ever witness such awe-inspiring moments ourselves.
But times have changed. Rising costs and logistical challenges have led many Areas to opt for smaller, localised conventions—often indoors, sometimes segmented into multiple services. While these gatherings remain impactful, the grandeur and collective experience of a mass convention have, in many places, become rare.
That’s why the 2025 Easter Convention held by the Teshie-Nungua Area of the Church, under the leadership of Apostle Nkrumah Agyemang, was nothing short of a revival—an intentional return to the spirit of conventions past.
I had the privilege of joining the General Secretary of The Church of Pentecost, Apostle Samuel Gyau Obuobi, and his wife, Mrs. Juliana Korkor Obuobi, at the Salem Park in Teshie for the Resurrection Sunday service to climax the Teshie Zone Convention. And what an experience it was.
To understand the scale, picture this: 22,000 chairs were arranged—and still, many stood. That’s nearly the full capacity of the Accra Sports Stadium. The worship centres zone—comprising PIWCs such as Graceland and Sakumono—held theirs separately at the PIWC Sakumono auditorium. But the remaining 23 districts all converged at the Salem Park.
The atmosphere was electrifying. Singing, prayer, the Word—it all felt magnified in the presence of that crowd. There’s a unique spiritual energy that only a large gathering can generate. It moves the heart, stirs the spirit, and reminds us of the strength and unity within the body of Christ.
Yes, it must have cost a fortune. But ask anyone who was there—it was worth every cedi. For some of us, this was the closest we’ve come to experiencing the legendary conventions of old.
Perhaps this grand convention was also Apostle Nkrumah Agyemang’s heartfelt parting gift to the Area as he approaches retirement—a memorable signature of his final Easter Convention in full-time ministry. If so, it was a masterstroke. And more than that, it was a call to action.
What if every Area of the church committed to organizing at least one massive gathering of this nature each year? What if we intentionally curated these shared spiritual experiences—not just for nostalgia, but to inspire, to energize, and to build collective memory?
We have the numbers. Let’s make them count.
Large-scale conventions do more than just fill seats—they create unforgettable spiritual landmarks. They inspire stories. They strengthen identity. And they pass on a culture of worship and unity to the next generation.
This year’s Teshie Zone Convention has set a powerful precedent. Those who were there are already looking forward to the next one. And the rest of us? We’re reminded that sometimes, to move forward, we must look back—and rediscover the power of gathering.
Let’s keep the fire of Easter burning. Let’s create legendary tales of Easter Conventions for posterity!
Written by Prince Kojo Asare
