Joseph Attoh 
A call for the church to remain fully dependent on the Holy Spirit took centre stage at the 2025 Tamale Area End-of-Year Presbytery Meeting, as the Area Head, John Budu Kobina Tawiah, emphasised that the strength and impact of the church must be rooted in spiritual empowerment rather than human ability.
The meeting, held on Thursday, January 29, 2026, at Tishegu in the Tamale Central District, brought together ministers and their spouses, officers and leaders from the twenty-nine districts within the Area. Mrs Agartha Tawiah, wife of the Area Head, was also present.
In his address on the theme, “The Holy Spirit–Led Church,” Apostle Tawiah underscored the indispensable role of the Holy Spirit in guiding the church’s decisions, growth and overall mission. Referencing Luke 24:48–50, John 14:6 and 1 Corinthians 12:1, he stated that the church was founded by Jesus Christ and continues to be sustained and directed by the Holy Spirit. He reminded presbyters that believers are incorporated into the church through the conviction of the Holy Spirit and are equipped with spiritual gifts for effective ministry.
He cautioned against overreliance on position, structures or material resources, stressing that lasting transformation comes through the empowerment of the Holy Spirit. According to him, the church cannot function effectively on human strength alone.
The meeting also provided an opportunity to review ministerial activities for 2025 and outline strategic directions for 2026. Newly posted and transferred ministers and their spouses were introduced, and leadership and ministry reviews were conducted to ensure effective operations in the coming year.
Highlighting the 2026 theme, “The Church Unleashed to Transform Society Through the Gospel and the Power of the Holy Spirit,” Apostle Tawiah urged intensified soul-winning efforts through initiatives such as the One-Minute Witness and Gospel Sunday. The gathering concluded with a renewed commitment among leaders to pursue a Spirit-led ministry in 2026, trusting God for greater impact across the Tamale Area.
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