The Church of Pentecost (CoP) invested an impressive GHS 17,186,903.75 in 2024 to support the educational aspirations of its members at various levels.
This was announced by the Chairman of the Church, Apostle Eric Nyamekye, during the 2024 State of the Church Address (SOCA 2024), delivered at the opening of the 47th General Council Meeting held on Wednesday, April 30, 2025, at the Pentecost Convention Centre (PCC) in Gomoa Fetteh.
Apostle Nyamekye explained that this substantial investment was the result of collaborative efforts by the Church’s Districts, Areas, Ministries, and the Headquarters, all united in a shared commitment to empower members through education.
He disclosed that GHS 957,535.66 was disbursed under the Pentecost Education Scholarship Scheme (PESS) at the Headquarters level. These funds provided full scholarships—including tuition and accommodation—for tertiary students studying outside Pentecost University.
In addition, the Church allocated GHS 1,810,813.40 to support members undertaking apprenticeship training programmes, equipping them with valuable skills to build sustainable livelihoods.
The Church’s educational intervention complements government efforts by absorbing the cost of education for several students and helping to bridge funding gaps that often prevent needy but brilliant students from progressing, especially at the tertiary level.
Ghana Statistical Service data indicates that nearly 1.9 million youth aged 15 to 35 are currently not in education, employment, or training (NEET), while others face financial obstacles to completing higher education. The Church’s efforts, therefore, provide a timely and targeted intervention with long-term benefits for the country’s socioeconomic development.
It is worth noting that this intervention remains quite significant as it comes at a time when Ghana continues to grapple with youth unemployment, high dropout rates, and access challenges—despite progress under the Free SHS policy.
The Chairman also highlighted the Church’s unwavering commitment to improving healthcare. In 2024, a total of GHS 10,729,795.98 was invested to address the healthcare needs of members across all levels of the Church.
Significant healthcare infrastructure projects were completed during the year. These included the operationalisation of the Abesewa Clinic in the Abuakwa Area and the donation of a fully equipped CHPS compound to the Ghana Health Service by PIWC Graceland in the Teshie-Nungua Area, which now serves the Ayetsekope community.
“It is also gratifying to note that the newly constructed Pentecost Clinic at Teshie Praso has been officially registered under the Christian Health Association of Ghana (CHAG) and is now fully operational,” Apostle Nyamekye added.
Beyond education and health, the Church’s social impact was also felt in the area of water accessibility. Over the past five years, The Church of Pentecost has constructed 239 water facilities in rural communities across Ghana, providing clean water to more than 110,000 people who previously lacked easy access to this essential resource.
The Chairman acknowledged the role of Pentecost Social Services (PENTSOS), the Church’s social intervention wing, in driving these life-changing projects. He noted that their efforts have significantly advanced Sustainable Development Goal 6 (SDG 6), which advocates universal access to safe and affordable drinking water and sanitation.
“In the last year alone, 35 boreholes were drilled—34 of them mechanised and one fitted with a hand pump,” he reported. “This brings the total number of water facilities provided between 2019 and 2024 to 239, all aimed at transforming lives in deprived communities.”
Through these strategic investments in education, healthcare, and water provision, The Church of Pentecost continues to affirm its commitment to holistic ministry—meeting both the spiritual and practical needs of its members and communities nationwide.
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