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Six Hundred and Eighty-Five persons gave their lives to Jesus Christ during a 4-day gospel crusade organised by the Kintampo Area of The Church of Pentecost. The crusade, dubbed ‘Kintampo for Christ Mega Crusade,’ which was held between November 19-22, 2024, at the Kintampo Presby Park, attracted people from within the Kintampo township and surrounding areas. Fourteen Muslims gave their lives to Christ and 219 backslidden Christians also rededicated their lives to the Lord during the crusade. Speaking on the crusade’s theme, ‘Jesus came to seek and save the lost’ (Luke 19:10), Apostle Francis Agyemang Badu, the Kintampo Area Head, explained that God’s plan to reconcile man to himself fully culminated in the mission of Jesus to seek the lost and bring them salvation. An invitation was...

Deeds Impact Foundation Africa, a Non-Governmental Organisation, led by Phylis Osei-Korsah, has made a substantial donation to support the operations of the Great Mission International (GMI) Orphanage in Teshie-Nungua Estate, a suburb of Accra. Among the items donated on the New Year Day are rice, oil, water, toiletries, pair of shoes, clothing, milk, books, worth about GHS 7,000.00. The recent donation, described as their first significant contribution, was facilitated by Phylis Osei-Korsah, daughter of Apostle Dr Philip Osei-Korsah, the Director of the Counselling Ministry of The Church of Pentecost. She was accompanied by her family, and a team from Deeds Impact Foundation Africa. Apostle Dr Osei-Korsah expressed gratitude to God for the opportunity to support the inmates, ...

In an effort to support individuals with mental health challenges, the Home and Urban Missions (HUM) of The Church of Pentecost has partnered with the Mental Health Authority of Ghana in a groundbreaking project aimed at transforming the lives of mentally challenged individuals living in public spaces. The project involves adopting these individuals into a care facility, providing comprehensive rehabilitation, and ultimately reintegrating them back into their homes and communities, where they will continue to receive ongoing support. The ambitious initiative has been made possible through a generous donation of GH¢ 22,000.00 from The Church of Pentecost to support the activities of the Authority. The donation was intended to cover essential needs, including food, clothing, and medica...

The Chairman of The Church of Pentecost, Apostle Eric Nyamekye, has dedicated the Tweapease Central Assembly auditorium in the Kade Area of the church. The building, which was fully funded by the Elder Prince Amoah, a businessman, was officially dedicated on Monday, December 30, 2024, marking a significant milestone for the assembly. The church building is designed to serve various functions, including an office for the district minister, a secretariat room, three spacious auditoriums for Children's Ministry, two storerooms, eleven washrooms, and two balconies. Additionally, it is equipped with seating arrangements for children and adults, musical instruments, public address systems, and a mechanised borehole to ensure a reliable water supply. The sod-cutting ceremony for the new ...

The Chairman of The Church of Pentecost, Apostle Eric Nyamekye, has declared that Jesus Christ is the only accredited saviour of the world. He made this declaration on Sunday, December 29, 2024, during the climax of the 2024 Christmas convention at the Pentecost International Worship Centre (PIWC), Atomic in Accra. Speaking on the topic, ‘What is it?’ Apostle Nyamekye cited several biblical references to address people's curiosity about who Jesus is. He established that Jesus is the only accredited saviour of the world. He emphasised the necessity for Christians to guard Christmas, which is being opposed by some groups due to its Christian foundation. He noted that Christmas is a period where believers remember the basis of their faith and proclaim Jesus as the Saviour. Referen...

The Presiding Elder of the Mount Olive Worship Centre in the Odorkor Area of The Church of Pentecost and Global Editorial Team lead of the Pent Media Centre, Elder Felix Atsrim, has indicated that Jesus Christ was declared the saviour of the world before His birth. He said this on Friday, December 27, 2024, during the district’s 2024 Christmas convention. Speaking on the theme, ‘The Saviour is Born,’ with biblical reference from Luke 2:8-14, Elder Atsrim explained that even though no child can be given an actual title of kingship from birth, the story of Jesus is different because He was declared saviour at birth. He indicated that the birth of Jesus is more than just a historical event; it represents a moment of divine goodwill and salvation that extends to all humanity. Accor...

The General Secretary of The Church of Pentecost, Apostle Samuel Gyau Obuobi, has assured believers of God’s presence in their lives even in times of trials, sufferings, and battles. He made this remark on Thursday, December 26, 2024, at the Osu Central Auditorium of The Church of Pentecost during their 2024 Christmas Convention. Delivering the sermon titled ‘Emmanuel – God With Us’, Apostle Obuobi emphasised that Christmas transcends mere merrymaking; it is a time to celebrate Jesus' birth and reflect on its significance. He referenced Matthew 1:21-23, highlighting the prophecy from Isaiah 7:14, which foretold the virgin birth of Jesus. ‘One of the unique things that sets Jesus apart is His virgin birth,’ he stated, adding, ‘Jesus was conceived without the intervention of man....

Elder Barima Acheampong Sarpong ll, the Deputy Director of the Pentecost Men’s Ministry (PEMEM) of The Church of Pentecost, has called for a paradigm shift in financial management, urging individuals to invest rather than hoard their money.  Citing the parable of the talents in Matthew 25:26, where the master labelled the servant who did not invest his talent as ‘wicked and lazy,’ he stated, “Money must go into circulation; hoarding it is wickedness.” Elder Sarpong ll made these remarks during the ‘Mmarima Nkommo’ on Pent Radio 100.1 MHz in Kumasi on Sunday, December 22, 2024. The programme, which airs Sundays from 8:30 PM to 9:30 PM, addresses issues relevant to men and family life. In discussing “The Dos of the Laws of Money,” Elder Barima Sarpong ll, who is also the chief ...