Far from showing signs of fatigue or old age, Apostle John Obeng Kesse, appeared full of energy and life during the retirement service held for him and his wife, Mrs. Eunice Owiredua Kesse, today to mark the end of their meritorious service in the full-time ministry of The Church of Pentecost for the last 39 years.
Clad in white with fist bumps in the air and laughing heartily, he joined the congregation in jubilant dancing – jumping from one end to the other singing one of his favourite gospel songs “Kadosh! Kadosh!” Members of the church in the Suame Area, with whom he had spent the final five years of his active ministerial life, flanked him in ecstatic praise, waving the flags of The Church of Pentecost in colourful euphoric display. The atmosphere was electrifying—simply breathtaking and a beautiful scene to behold.
The celebration was not only a reflection of the vibrant Suame Area he was leaving behind but also a testament to his decades of fruitful service in full-time ministry.
The colourful event, held at the Tetelestai Worship Centre in Suame, Kumasi, truly honoured the outgone Suame Area Head and his wife for their lifelong dedication to The Church of Pentecost and the body of Christ.
The General Secretary of the Church, Apostle Samuel Gyau Obuobi, chaired the historic event with support from area heads in the Ashanti Region. During the service, he delivered an inspiring sermon on the theme “Your Labour is Not in Vain” using 1 Corinthians 15:58 as his anchor text.
In his message, Apostle Obuobi reminded believers that service to God is never futile. He explained that, although labour in ministry comes with challenges, discouragement, or lack of recognition, God is faithful to reward the diligence of His people.
He, therefore, urged Christians to remain steadfast, immovable, and abounding in the Lord’s work.
Paying glowing tribute to the retiring couple, the General Secretary described Apostle Kesse as a man of humility and hard work, whose ministry has impacted many. He assured the couple that their labour in the Lord would never be in vain and called on the congregation to emulate their example.
The service attracted a large gathering of ministers (both active and retired), government officials, traditional leaders, members of the Suame Area, relatives of the couple, and congregants from the various stations where the couple served.
The Suame Area Pastorate, Area Presbytery, the Women’s Ministry, and the General Council of the church all testified to the couple’s exemplary service and presented citations in their honour. The General Secretary, on behalf of the church, presented a Certificate of Service to them.
Beneficiaries of the full scholarship scheme to Pentecost University, instituted under his leadership for needy but brilliant students in the Suame Area, also presented a citation plaque to Apostle John Obeng Kesse, on the sidelines of the event, in appreciation of the life-changing support he had extended to them.
Born in 1961, Apostle John Obeng Kesse was called into full-time ministry in 1986 and served in various duty stations including New Abirem, Osenase, Begoro, Achimota, Akosombo, Afram Plains, Senegal, Sefwi Wiawso, and Suame, where he spent his final five years in active ministry. Rising through the ranks, he was called into the office of Apostle in 2010 and served as both Area Head and National Head in the course of his ministerial service.
Throughout his ministry, Apostle Kesse was celebrated for his deep spirituality, integrity, and passion for teaching and mentoring. Under his leadership, the Suame Area grew significantly in numbers and impact, recording outstanding results in missions and evangelism.
Mrs. Eunice Owiredua Kesse, affectionately called Mama Owiredua, was also honoured for her unwavering support, fervent prayer life, and outstanding role in the Women’s Ministry. She is remembered for her hospitality, prophetic worship, and generosity, which left lasting impressions on all who encountered her.
Together, the couple nurtured many ministers, raised leaders, and touched countless lives across Ghana and beyond.
As Apostle John Obeng and Mrs. Eunice Owiredua Kesse step into retirement, the General Council of the Church paid glowing tribute to their legacy of faith, service, and humility, praying for God’s continued guidance and strength in the years ahead.
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