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The Youth Director of The Church of Pentecost, Apostle Ebenezer Hagan, has urged Christian youth to align their lives with the holy and righteous call of God, emphasising that this is not just a duty but a sacred responsibility. ‘Lead a life worthy of the calling you have received,’ Apostle Hagan declared when speaking at the Cape Coast Centre held at the University of Coast on the Day 2 of the PENSA Ghana Conference. Drawing inspiration from Ephesians 4:1-3, he noted that ‘walking in your calling’ means living a life that reflects faith, righteousness, and the virtues of the Kingdom of God. According to him, walking the calling requires a transformation of attitude, perseverance rooted in faith, and a commitment to live with eternal rewards in view. The Youth Director reminded th...

The Cape Coast Sector of the Pentecost Students and Associates (PENSA) successfully organised a three-day Residential Leadership Retreat, dubbed the ‘Uncommon Leadership Summit’ (fifth edition), for SCC, SCT, LCC, and Working Committee members in the sector. Participating institutions included Cape Coast Nursing and Midwifery Training College (CCNMTC), Psychiatric Nursing Training College (PNTC), OLA College of Education (OLACOE), Dunkwa Nursing and Midwifery Training College (DNMTC), Twifo Praso Nursing and Midwifery Training College (TPNMTC), and Cape Coast Technical University (CCTU). The event concluded on December 1, 2024, at the PENSA CCTU Auditorium, under the leadership of Pastor Blessing Joseph Quayson, the PENSA Travelling Secretary for the sector. Pastor Patrick Ayitey,...

An Associate Professor of Educational Innovations at the Kwame Nkrumah University of Science and Technology (KNUST) and Deputy Director of the Youth Ministry of The Church of Pentecost, Elder Professor Eric Appau Asante, has hinted that pursuing one's calling necessitates a commitment to excellence, which should be evident throughout their educational journey. Delivering a sermon titled, ‘Excelling in Your Academic, Professional, and Career Life,’ on Saturday, January 4, 2025, during the ongoing PENSA Ghana Conference 2025 at the University for Development Studies in Tamale, he revealed that a godly life must radiate excellence, adding, ‘Achieving academic success requires diligence, divine grace, and hard work.’ He advised students to avoid studying in bed, noting that it can lead t...

A powerful move of the Holy Spirit was witnessed at the KNUST satellite centre during the Friday evening session of the PENSA Ghana Conference 2025, as 76 participants were baptised in the Holy Spirit, evidenced by speaking in tongues. The divine encounter occurred during a visit by the Chairman of The Church of Pentecost, Apostle Eric Nyamekye, who ministered on the topic, ‘Speaking in Tongues: A Divine Means of Spiritual Edification.’ In his message, Apostle Nyamekye emphasised the mystery and significance of speaking in tongues, stating that it is an act of spiritual edification that cannot be fully explained or understood. Reading from 1 Corinthians 14:4, he stated: ‘He who speaks in an unknown tongue edifies himself, builds himself up, or charges himself up.’ He likened sp...

The General Secretary of The Church of Pentecost, Apostle Samuel Gyau Obuobi, has disclosed that God's promise to pour out His Spirit abundantly upon all people transcends sex, tribe, nationality, colour, or social status. ‘This means that God promises to pour out His Spirit without limitations,’ Apostle Obuobi stated, when he delivered a sermon on Friday, January 3, 2025, at the ongoing PENSA Ghana Conference at the University for Development Studies in Tamale. Reading from Joel 2:27-28, he stressed that the Holy Ghost is not reserved for ministers or officers of the church, but for every believer, irrespective of their status in society. Further reading from Ephesians 5:18, he highlighted Apostle Paul's counsel to the Ephesian church to live wisely, urging them not to be drunk w...

The Chairman of The Church of Pentecost and President of the Ghana Pentecostal and Charismatic Council (GPCC), Apostle Eric Nyamekye, has stated the need for believers to receive the Holy Spirit baptism, describing it as ‘a divine means of spiritual edification.’ According to him, praying in tongues is a way of charging one’s spirit by the power of the Holy Ghost. He strongly advised the youth to strengthen their inner man for effective ministry. The Chairman was speaking at the PENSA Ghana Conference 2025 at the KNUST, Kumasi centre on Friday evening on the theme: ‘Speaking in Tongues, a Divine Means of Spiritual Edification.’ Referencing 1 Corinthians 14, he explained why the early Church esteemed speaking in tongues over prophesying, saying, ‘Prophesying is encouraging and comf...

Prophet Kwasi Asante Annor, the Resident Minister of PIWC Trasacco in the Madina Area of The Church of Pentecost, has urged young people to embrace fasting and prayers to effectively fulfill their calling. He stated that to successfully run the Christian race, it is essential to adopt the discipline of prayer and fasting. This practice, he noted, will energise, empower, and equip individuals for transformation – an attribute that is gradually diminishing and needs revival. Prophet Annor shared these insights during the Day 2 morning session of the PENSA Ghana ‘Walk the Calling’ Conference at KNUST, Kumasi. He spoke on the theme, ‘The Practice of Waiting Upon God through Fasting and Prayer’ (Jeremiah 6:16, Joel 2:15, Isaiah 40:31). He stated: ‘The believer faces three main challeng...

The Duayaw Nkwanta Area Head of The Church of Pentecost, Prophet Fred Antwi, has indicated that fasting and prayers have been integral to the Christian faith since biblical times. According to him, these practices are crucial for spiritual discipline and are essential for believers seeking a deeper connection with God. Prophet Antwi said this on Friday, January 3, 2025, during the ongoing PENSA Ghana Conference at the University for Development Studies, Tamale centre. Speaking on the topic, ‘The practice of waiting upon God through fasting and prayers,’ he stated: ‘Waiting upon the Lord is not a waste of time,’ referencing Mark 1:35 to illustrate Jesus Christ's commitment to solitary prayer. He encouraged Christians to emulate this example by setting aside dedicated time for co...

The International Missions Director (IMD) of The Church of Pentecost, Apostle Emmanuel Agyemang Bekoe, has charged young persons to actively seek the mantle of their calling. He made the clarion call during the opening session of the 2025 PENSA Ghana Conference on Thursday, December 2, 2024. Speaking from the PCC Centre at Gomoa Fetteh in a sermon titled, ‘Walk the Calling,’ based on Ephesians 4:1-3, Apostle Bekoe emphasised that the calling believers receive fundamentally shapes their lives. He stated: ‘If there is no calling, there is no life,’ highlighting that this calling is not merely a vocation but an invitation to partake in the privileges of the gospel. He elaborated that embracing this calling requires a commitment that often restricts personal freedom, leading believ...

The serene city of Cape Coast, often referred to as the Academic City of Ghana, welcomed a wave of vibrant youth as the Pentecost Students and Associates (PENSA) held their first-ever national conference at the University of Cape Coast (UCC) campus. Welcoming the over 2,500 exuberant youth from various tertiary institutions in the Western and Central regions on Thursday night, January 2, 2025, Apostle Dr Amos Jimmy Markin, Cape Coast Area Head and Chairman of the Central Regional Coordinating Committee of the church, expressed gratitude to God for the opportunity to bring together such a special group of individuals to the city. Describing PENSA members as ‘God’s special people,’ he commended their commitment to faith and personal growth. Speaking on the theme for the conference, ...