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Various Movements are incorporated in the church purposely to serve as an avenue or a forum for the equipping of saints in the various ministries and disciplines of the church. Most teachings in the church, such as, effective witnessing, teachings on Christian marriage, raising kids, living pure lives etc. are all done at movement meetings. It is the responsibility of the various movements to enlighten their members in their respective areas to contribute to their growth and maturity. The teachings received at the various meetings constitute to the edification of the individual members who make up the church. Use the submenus to browse through the various movements in the church of Pentecost.
| Sons of God.... March Forward
This movement is also known as the evangelistic wing of the church, whose main objective is soul winning through effective evangelism. Strategies of Effective Evangelism are therefore the main lessons taught at witness classes. Besides, the Principles, Constitutions and Tenets of the church, as well as in-depth study of the bible and exploration of other biblical mysteries are all discussed at their meetings to produce well-informed members of the church who would not be swayed by any false external teaching outside of the Biblical principles. Visitation, follow-up, counseling and nurturing of new converts and backsliders are other spots where the Witness Movement operates. Other lessons on how to perform the various activities in the church, such as chorus leading, conducting services, worship leading, etc., are also treated to produce dynamic members in the local assemblies. They pray for the growth of the church and intercede for the afflicted, sick, lost, etc. They also train the youth and the singles to live pure lives and to effectively serve the Lord while single.
On the other hand, the movement organizes interesting programs such as marriage seminars, debates, quizzes, drama, symposia, etc. This movement is open to all groups of people, regardless of age, gender, position, etc.
Known also as the ‘backbone’ of the church, the Witness Movement started as the Young People’s Movement, only embracing the ages between 16 and 25 years. The members met to pray and study the word of God. This was followed by the emergence of an evangelistic group called “The Bombing Group”, the name of which was derived from the World War II, when the allied forces bombed their enemies’ territories.
It was this same evangelistic fervor which moved men like the late Apostle J. Egyir Paintsil, Evangelist L. A. Nyarko, Elders Johnny Mallet, Amissah Andoh, and many others from the bombing group; thus bombing the kingdom of the devil to set men and women free from the bondage of sin into the Kingdom of God. This group, having emerged at the beginning of the church, gave themselves to prayer, fasting, bible study, and all-night service to be well equipped for his ministry. Through the directions of the Holy Spirit, the group went out to preach and establish churches in different places. This really promoted the establishment of the kingdom of God in the once occupied territories of Satan.
Around 1950, the name Witness Movement was adopted for the group and was unanimously accepted by all. The age limit was therefore removed after the introduction of the broad-spectrum name and the door was opened to all members of the church (men and women both old and young) to the work of witnessing. Since the group was constantly waging war against Satan, their battle cry was “Victory, through the blood of Jesus”. In time, other slogans like “Sons of God, March forward”, ”Arise and Shine”, etc. followed.
The Vision and the Mission of the Witness Movement
It is the oxygen pipe of the church which spearheads all outreach programs;
To get the word of God to the un-reach
To offer training to the local assembles
To nurture new converts with the fundamental doctrines
In collaboration with other movements they organize joint revival, retreats and evangelical programs
They are rightly involved in church planting programs
Children's Movement
Jesus... The Friend of the Little Children!
This is the kids’ movement. Their main goal is to train the children of the church in the fear and knowledge of the Lord. They learn the scripture and character study of some biblical characters who through the fear of God became highly regarded and famous men in their time. Among the lessons taught in a typical children’s Sunday school class are: obedience, respect, humility, bible quotations and recitations, drama, etc.
The vision and the mission of the Children Movement
To bring all children to the church to be blessed
To nurture the children along the brilliant mentors in the bible
To offer all kinds training which will the children proactive in the church and the society
To offer training to parents and guardians children up-bring
All the grandaunts from the children are usher into the youth as step to pursue to higher grounds
Youth Movement
Youth... Arise and Shine!
Youth... Remember your creator NOW
Youth... We are thefuturte leaders of the church
Youth... We are serious for God
Youth... This is our time
Youth... We are on fire
This movement consists of all the youth in the church. Sandwiched between the children and adult, this group was formed to enable the youth to meet and learn topics pertaining to their stage.
Most topics treated in a typical youth class are mainly to encourage the youth to live pure lives and flee from youthful lusts. Lessons on the life of Joseph, Daniel, Timothy, Samuel, etc. are prevalent in the youth syllabus.
The youth is also exposed to the works and gifts of the Holy Spirit, the various ministries in the church, and the need to develop a strong relationship with God. Briefly speaking, this movement prepares the youth for their future responsibilities in their service to God and the community.
THE YOUTH MOVEMENT
The Youth Movement of the Church of Pentecost comprises all members between the age of 12 and 19. The church strives to live up to our divine responsibility of bringing them up in the fear of God.
The Church of Pentecost recognizes that in these end times our youth are faced with tremendous challenges in their spiritual, social, emotional, moral, and educational lives, on a daily basis. Consequently, the COP engages our youth in diverse programs aimed at providing opportunities that help to equip these young ones for meeting the challenges of the times. Activities around the nation include Bible studies and quizzes, cultural expressions, revival meetings, musical festivals, talent explosions, trips, youth camps, and evangelism.
The COP envisions the expansion of our educational programs to include tutoring, technological seminars, counselling, and library facilities to help prepare our youth towards taking up their place as our responsible successors.
Our Slogan: Youth!! ..... Arise and Shine! Youth!! .......... Remember your Creator now!!!
The vision and the mission of the Youth Movement
To mobiles the youth in and outside the church and offer all kinds of training
To equip the youth with the gospel of truth
To attract other youth into the house of God by organizing Youth inter-related program like carrier and counseling
To offer periodic training to the parents and guardians on how to live with the Youth of today
Annual camp meetings are organize to offer teachings and training selected from all sectors of great importance
To offer free computer training to all the youth
Holiness..... Unto the Lord
The Women’s Movement is for women in the church. Their main goals are to encourage women to build a strong prayer life so that the women’s role of praying for the church and its leaders could be achieved. To help the women build a strong spiritual family life, to be able to function as good wives and mothers and be shinning examples as Christian mothers in the society. The women meet to pray for the growth of the church, and intercede for the church leaders. They also study the characters of notable women whose characters are worthy of emulation to enrich their Christian lives.
Other lessons treated at women’s classes are: the roles of women in the church and at home; good housekeeping, personal hygiene, raising kids; cooking, nutrition, good grooming and other domestic issues in their classes. If you’re interested in being a good woman in your community, you are encouraged to join this movement. All females over fifteen years of age are counted as members of this movement.
The Vision and the Mission of the Women Movement:
· For the women to be holy in all their living
· For the women to know the scriptures and carry the good news to the unsaved
· To influence their family and home with the good news
· The women are trained and thought to love their husband
· The women are given the necessary teachings concerning their household chops
· The women are nurtured along the character of most faithful and holy women in the bible.
· The women are trained to take responsibilities in the church and the environment
· The women render benevolent services to the needy
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