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Torkorni District in the Hohoe Area, on Sunday, February 15, 2026, held a retirement service in honour of six long-serving officers whose dedicated ministries have significantly contributed to the growth and stability of the church.

The service brought together family members, congregants and loved ones in a solemn yet joyful atmosphere of gratitude and thanksgiving to God for lives devoted to faithful service. The congregation reflected on the commitment, sacrifices and steadfastness that characterised the ministries of the retiring officers over the years.

Those honoured were Elder Seth Awanya, who served for 36 years; Elder Felix Tuffour, 24 years; Deaconess Elizabeth Afi Mensah, 33 years; Deaconess Augusta Yaw, 19 years; Deaconess Florence Dzakpasu, 16 years; and Deaconess Regina Tetteh, 18 years. Through their humility, diligence and unwavering dedication, they played vital roles in strengthening the district and supporting its leadership in advancing the mission of the Church.

Delivering a message at the service, Pastor Hope Kofi Lumor noted that although the officers were stepping aside from active duty, their wealth of experience, godly counsel and spiritual support remained invaluable to the District. He encouraged them to remain steadfast in their walk with God and assured them that retirement from office does not imply retirement from Christian service.

On behalf of the District, appreciation was expressed to the retired officers for their exemplary service and commitment to the work of God. Prayers were offered for God’s continued grace, strength and good health upon them in the years ahead.

The service was marked by exhortation, intercessory prayers and presentations, all to the glory of God.

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An Assistant Registrar at Pentecost University, Apostle Johnny Lartey Peprah, has called on Christians to embrace a culture of excellent tithing, emphasising its spiritual significance and the enduring blessings it brings.

He delivered the message during a sermon themed “The Blessings of Excellent Tithing” at the PMKY Worship Centre at Kasoa on Sunday, February 15, 2025, drawing on Luke 18:18–30 and Mark 10:21-30.

Apostle Peprah noted that tithes and offerings form a crucial aspect of a believer’s relationship with God. Giving, he explained, should not be reduced to a mere financial transaction but understood as an act of obedience and devotion that deepens one’s walk with God. Faithful tithing, he said, demonstrates a heart fully surrendered to God.

He warned believers against placing their trust in material possessions, describing them as unreliable and temporary. Instead, he urged them to anchor their faith and hope in Jesus Christ, reminding them that trust in God remains firm even when life becomes uncertain.

Apostle Peprah stressed that God requires believers to offer their whole heart, soul, and mind to Him. He encouraged Christians to love their neighbours as themselves, calling this an essential expectation God has for His children.

Speaking on the rewards of obedience, he highlighted the certainty of both earthly and heavenly blessings for those who commit themselves faithfully to God’s instructions. Such blessings, he noted, are not fleeting but can extend to future generations, particularly for those who consistently pay their tithes and offerings.

He likened tithing to sowing seeds and entering into a covenant with God. Through this covenant, he said, divine blessings flow continually into the lives of believers and their descendants. Contributions made towards God’s work, he added, attract divine strength and grace to thrive.

Referencing the biblical principle of sowing and reaping, Apostle Peprah reiterated that generous givers will in turn reap generously. He emphasised that giving carries a greater blessing than receiving, describing God’s presence as the ultimate reward.

Encouraging spiritual growth, he challenged the congregation to go beyond the basic ten percent tithe. While acknowledging that the ten percent remains the foundation, he urged mature believers to give beyond that threshold, suggesting offerings of up to twenty-five percent as an expression of deeper faith and commitment.

He further urged Christians to give their tithes in holiness, faithfulness, and joy, assuring them that God is able to turn their situations around. Those who sow in tears, he reminded them, will surely reap in abundance.

Apostle Johnny Lartey Peprah concluded his sermon with a declaration of blessings over the congregation, affirming that excellent and faithful tithing unlocks lasting and generational blessings from God.

The service was hosted by the Resident Minister, Pastor Fred Amoakohene Sarpong, who also serves as a lecturer at Pentecost University.

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The National Head of The Church of Pentecost in Togo and Executive Council Member of the Church, Apostle Lare Banimpo Jules, has called on believers to actively demonstrate the love of Christ in a world he described as spiritually dying.

He delivered the message today [February 20, 2026] in a presentation titled “Sharing the Love of Christ with a Dying World” at the Conférence des Ministres et Épouses (CME-Francophone) held at the Palais des Congrès de Lomé.

Speaking on the fundamental mission of the Church, Apostle Jules referenced several Bible verses to emphasise that Christ’s example of seeking and saving the lost must guide the Church’s work today.

He stressed that the Church must intentionally and strategically deploy itself for evangelism, noting that every believer is an ambassador committed to the salvation of souls.

“The fundamental mission of the Church is the salvation of souls,” he emphasised, urging members to move beyond church buildings and engage society with the message of Christ’s love.

Apostle Banimpo challenged church leaders to lead by example in evangelism, stressing that effective ministry requires taking the gospel outside traditional church settings.

He warned against legalism and called on believers to serve Christ with compassion and purpose in order to bring light into darkness.

According to him, the relevance of the Church in today’s world depends on its obedience to its divine mandate of reaching the lost and transforming society through Kingdom values and principles.

He further described the Church as a roadmap for societal transformation, identifying the gospel, the Holy Spirit, and the Church itself as key agents in advancing God’s mission on earth.

The Togo National Head also highlighted the importance of Christian character, explaining that a believer’s lifestyle gives credibility to the message of the gospel.

“Our character is the strength of the gospel—it speaks louder than our words,” he noted, urging Christians to demonstrate righteousness and holiness as a testimony to others.

He emphasised that believers must not discriminate in evangelism, stressing that salvation is for all and that the Church must not decide who deserves to receive it.

Apostle Jules reiterated the Church’s vision of “Possessing the Nations,” explaining that this mission is fulfilled not through control or domination but through service and the love of Christ.

He encouraged believers not to fear darkness but to bring transformation by becoming agents of light in their communities.

“The Church must possess the nations—not by domination, but through the love of the Kingdom,” he stated, adding that only the gospel has the power to deliver humanity and rescue the world from spiritual condemnation.

He concluded by urging ministers and believers to faithfully proclaim Christ’s love, shepherd those entrusted to their care, and remain committed to spreading the gospel everywhere.

The CME-Francophone conference has brought together ministers and their spouses from French-speaking nations for spiritual renewal, leadership development, and mission advancement, with a strong emphasis on evangelism and societal transformation.

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The Presiding Bishop of The Life International Church, Bishop Dr Gordon Kisseh, has described faithfulness as a powerful spiritual force that sustains the Christian life and reflects the very nature of God, urging believers to remain steadfast even when progress appears slow.

Speaking on Wednesday, February 4, 2026, at the 2026 Heads of Churches and Organisations Conference at the Pentecost Convention Centre (PCC), Bishop Kisseh delivered a message on the topic “The Force of Faithfulness.” He likened the Christian life to a long-distance race, noting that spiritual growth is achieved through endurance, patience, and consistent obedience rather than instant results. He indicated that nothing of lasting value is attained suddenly and emphasised that believers must remain committed over time.

Bishop Kisseh explained that faithfulness is an active expression of God’s glory, reflecting His holiness, righteousness, and faithfulness. He noted that God often entrusts people with small responsibilities before assigning greater ones, and encouraged Christians to embrace humble beginnings while keeping a vision for greater impact.

He also cautioned that betrayal, greed, and distractions can undermine faithfulness. Even when wronged, believers are called to continue being faithful, because faithfulness is ultimately directed toward God and not men.

Drawing from Hebrews 3:1–6, Bishop Kisseh described faithfulness as a process, a fruit of the Spirit cultivated over time, and not a gift received overnight. He reminded participants that setbacks do not cancel God’s work and urged them to trust that, in His timing, God will accomplish His purposes through them.

Bishop Kisseh underscored the responsibility of obedience, noting that God does not perform by miracle what He expects believers to do through faithful action. He encouraged Christians to remain steadfast as they partner with God in fulfilling His purposes.

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