The General Superintendent of Assemblies of God, Ghana, Rev. Stephen Wengam, has called for renewed spiritual discipline, stronger family life and greater commitment to church growth among pastors and their spouses.
He made the call during his fourth Apostolic Visit to the Ashanti East Region, held at the Lighthouse Assembly of God in Kumasi.
The programme brought together serving pastors and their spouses, retired ministers, pastors’ widows and other church leaders for prayer, fellowship, spiritual impartation and learning.
Rev. Wengam led a three-and-a-half-hour prayer session focused on the Church, Ghana, the upcoming World Assemblies of God Fellowship Congress and the 32nd Biennial General Council Meeting.
He urged pastors to draw inspiration from the faith and dedication of the early leaders of the Christian Church and remain committed to their calling.
The General Superintendent also encouraged ministers to prioritise church planting and strengthen their personal spiritual lives as part of efforts to advance the work of the Church.
The Regional Superintendent, Rev. Emmanuel Gyasi, welcomed Rev. Wengam and his wife, Lady Mrs Monica Wengam, and commended initiatives introduced under their leadership.
He cited rebranding, revival and aggressive church planting as some of the key interventions that had contributed to the growth and visibility of Assemblies of God, Ghana.
The visit also placed significant emphasis on the welfare of ministers and their families.
Lady Mrs Monica Wengam, National President of the Ministers’ Wives Association, expressed appreciation to pastors’ wives for their participation in the association’s activities and encouraged them to remain committed to their responsibilities.
She presented gifts to pastors, clothing to their spouses, and cash and other items to retired ministers, their wives and pastors’ widows.
Lady Mrs Wengam said the welfare initiative was personally sponsored by herself and her husband as a modest effort to support ministers and families facing various challenges.
She said the initiative reflected their desire to care for and support those serving the Church.
The programme also highlighted the importance of strong Christian marriages, with Rev. Wengam leading married couples in the renewal of their wedding vows.
He urged pastors and their spouses to model godly marriages and demonstrate Christian values in their families and communities.
Another major feature of the Apostolic Visit was the administration of Holy Communion.
In a reciprocal gesture, the Ashanti East Regional Council presented a special gift to Rev. Wengam and Lady Mrs Wengam in recognition of their visionary leadership, generosity and commitment to the growth of Assemblies of God, Ghana.
The Apostolic Visit served as a platform for spiritual renewal, pastoral encouragement and practical support for ministers, their families and retired church workers in the Ashanti East Region.
