{
  "id": 19536829,
  "title": "The Church of Pentecost Dome-Asamang District marks 10th anniversary with community impact",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/11/the-church-of-pentecost-dome-asamang-district-marks-10th-anniversary",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-11-11T18:44:13.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "MyJoyOnline Ghana",
    "slug": "myjoyonline-ghana",
    "url": "https://www.myjoyonline.com/the-church-of-pentecost-dome-asamang-district-marks-10th-anniversary-with-community-impact/"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "The Church of Pentecost, Dome-Asamang District, marked its 10th anniversary on Sunday, October 18, highlighting a decade of spiritual growth, church expansion, and significant contributions to community development. The anniversary celebration, themed \"The Faithfulness of God,\" drew inspiration from Psalm 117:1–2, focusing on God's unwavering faithfulness throughout the District's journey.\n\nEstablished on August 24, 2016, the District began with around 812 members. Over the past decade, membership surged to over 2,650, alongside a remarkable 200% increase in tithes. Besides spiritual leadership, the District has been instrumental in advancing Dome-Asamang and surrounding communities, particularly in healthcare, education, sanitation, and communal services.\n\nNana Gyedom Kwaku Brekorang I, Chief of Denkyira Mpeasem, lauded the Church for its unwavering commitment to community development. He acknowledged the District's support in various forms, contributing to local development and improving residents' welfare. The District's first Pastor, Pastor Mark Owusu Ansah, and his wife, alongside other elders, recalled the initial challenges faced by the District. Despite skepticism from some, they emphasized that the current progress was a testament to God's faithfulness.\n\nPastors Mathew Mpaba and Lilly Mpaba, the current District Pastors, reiterated the Church's dedication to transforming lives and uplifting communities through Christian values. They highlighted several key initiatives, including the establishment of a baby-weighing center at the Dome-Asamang and Denkyira Aburi Health Centre, medical equipment donations to Agroyesum Government Hospital, provision of bus stops, communal labor efforts, and sanitation drives. These actions exemplify the Church's broader commitment to demonstrating Christian love through practical service and addressing social and developmental needs.",
  "summary": "The Church of Pentecost, Dome-Asamang District, under the Dunkwa Area, celebrated its 10th anniversary, marking a decade of spiritual growth, church expansion, and significant contributions to community development on Sunday, October, 18.",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}