Joseph Otsibah 
The Chairman of The Church of Pentecost, Apostle Eric Nyamekye (PhD), has delivered a compelling charge to officers across the Ashanti Region, declaring that the Church’s future relevance depends on its ability to intentionally engage Ghana’s rapidly expanding urban centres.
Speaking at the All Officers Retreat (Zonal Level) on Wednesday, December 3, 2025, at the A.T. Nartey Memorial Temple in Bantama, Apostle Dr Nyamekye stated emphatically that “he who wins the city, wins the world.” He noted that with Ghana’s urban population rising from 36.44% in 1990 to 57.98% in 2021, the nation is experiencing a steady and unavoidable urban shift.
He added that from the consistent trend documented year-by-year up to 2021, Ghana is clearly progressing toward an even more urbanised society in the years approaching 2025—making urban ministry not optional but urgent.
“Cities are fast-paced, diverse, sophisticated and constantly changing,” he said. “To stay relevant, the Church must design ministries that fit the realities of urban life.”
Apostle Dr Nyamekye cautioned that while rural values such as sameness, smallness and resistance to change once contributed to the Church’s growth, they will hinder ministry in modern urban contexts. Churches insisting on outdated patterns, he warned, risk losing spiritual influence in city environments.
Drawing from Scripture, he noted that the Apostle Paul strategically targeted major cities; Ephesus, Corinth, Rome, because “cities influence nations.” He stressed that the contemporary Church must follow the same model if it seeks to fulfil the Great Commission effectively.
The Chairman outlined practical steps for thriving in the city: excellence in worship environments, efficient service flow, intentional ushering, vibrant music, strong children’s ministry, and leadership that embraces diversity, mobility and quality.
He concluded with a strong call: “Ministry in the city is serious business; not for competition or self-promotion, but for the sake of the entire Church. As Ghana urbanises, we must expand our vision and stay spiritually alert to remain relevant and sustainable.”
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