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Assemblies of God, Ghana

Also known as: Assemblies of God · Assemblies of God Fellowship · Assemblies of God churches

Assemblies of God, Ghana — Pentecostal denomination hosting the 10th Triennial World Congress in Accra (October 14–16, 2026), the first held in Africa in the fellowship's 115-year history.

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  1. September 2026
  2. The Ghanaian Times

    The General Superintendent of the Assemblies of God, Ghana, Rev. Stephen Yenusom Wengam, has charged newly appointed church leaders to demonstrate absolute loyalty to Christ, the church’s leadership, doctrines and constitution. …

    Rev. Wengam tasks new church leaders on loyalty
  3. Joy Online

    The newly elected General Council officials of Assemblies of God, Ghana, comprising members of the Executive Presbytery and National Departmental Directors and Coordinators, have assumed office. …

    New Assemblies of God leaders assume office
  4. Daily Guide

    The General Superintendent of Assemblies of God, Ghana, Rev. Stephen Yenusom Wengam, has underlined the need for pastors to show utmost loyalty to God and their churches at all times. …

    Show Utmost Loyalty To God, Church – Rev. Wengam
  5. Joy Online

    The General Superintendent of Assemblies of God, Ghana, Rev. Stephen Yenusom Wengam, has underlined the need for pastors to show utmost loyalty to God and their churches at all times. …

    Loyalty is currency of development — Rev. Wengam charges Assemblies of God leaders
  6. August 2026
  7. Daily Guide

    … Frimpong Manso, a former Superintendent of Assemblies of God, Ghana, also urged counsellors to communicate professional knowledge in clear language and help communities understand that seeking counselling is not a sign of weakness or lack of faith. …

    ‘Prioritise Workers’ Mental Health’
  8. Daily Guide

    … Wengam presenting souvenirs to leaders of Ethiopia Assemblies of God The General Superintendent of Assemblies of God, Ghana, Rev. …

    Rev. Wengam Cautions African Pastors Against Materialism
  9. Joy Online

    The General Superintendent of the Assemblies of God, Ghana, Rev. Stephen Yenusom Wengam, has challenged Christian leaders across Africa to guard against materialism, carnality and complacency, warning that such tendencies could undermine the credibility of the Christian faith. …

    Wengam cautions African pastors against materialism, complacency
  10. The Ghanaian Times

    The General Superintendent of Assemblies of God, Ghana, Rev. Stephen Yenusom Wengam, has led the newly elected Executive Presbytery officers of the church to pay a courtesy call on President John Dramani Mahama at his residence in Accra. …

    Pres Mahama commends Wengam for visionary, bold leadership
  11. Joy Online

    President John Dramani Mahama has congratulated the newly elected Executive Presbytery of the Assemblies of God, Ghana, led by the General Superintendent, Reverend Stephen Wengam, on their successful election at the just-ended 32nd Biennial General Council Meeting. …

    Mahama congratulates newly elected Executive Presbytery of Assemblies of God, Ghana
  12. The Ghanaian Times

    The re-elected General Superintendent of Assemblies of God, Ghana, Rev. Stephen Yenusom Wengam, has called on members of the church to put the recent election behind them and unite to advance the growth and transformation of the church. …

    Rev. Wengam rallies Church behind growth agenda • After landslide victory

Thursday 15 October

  1. Global Assemblies of God chief praises Mahama's leadership

    The Global Chairman of the World Assemblies of God Fellowship commended President John Mahama for his visionary and transformational leadership during a courtesy visit to the Presidency, ahead of the Church's 10th Triennial World Congress scheduled for October 14 to 16 in Accra.

    15 October 2026 · Joy Online →

  2. Mahama urges Christians to mentor younger generation

    At the opening of the 10th Triennial World Assemblies of God Congress, President Mahama called on Christians to mentor young people, provide godly counsel, and equip them to fulfil the Great Commission, noting that their world presents both extraordinary possibilities and intense pressures.

    15 October 2026 · Joy Online →

Wednesday 14 October

  1. Assemblies of God World Congress opens in Accra

    The World Assemblies of God Fellowship held a courtesy call with President Mahama ahead of the church's World Congress, which opened in Accra on October 13 — the first time the event has taken place in Africa in the organisation's 115-year history.

    14 October 2026 · Joy Online →

  2. Assemblies of God to loan dome for Ghana@70 celebrations

    The Assemblies of God, Ghana will loan its newly arrived 10,000-seater dome to the Ministry of Foreign Affairs for Ghana's 70th anniversary celebrations. The structure, delayed by technical difficulties from Dubai, will be assembled at Assemblies of God Centenary City land before being made available for the national events.

    14 October 2026 · Joy Online →

  3. Mahama calls for greater recognition of women leaders

    At the World Assemblies of God Congress in Accra, President Mahama urged society to recognise and value the wisdom, leadership, and contributions of women of faith in nation-building and congregational life.

    14 October 2026 · Joy Online →

  4. Mahama urges churches to create safe spaces for children, vulnerable people

    President John Dramani Mahama has called on religious institutions, particularly churches, to provide safe spaces for children and vulnerable people, emphasizing that spiritual authority carries a duty of care and accountability. He made the remarks at the opening of the World Assemblies of God Congress 2026 in Accra, the 10th Triennial gathering and the first hosted in Africa.

    14 October 2026 · Joy Online →

  5. Assemblies of God leaders meet Mahama before World Congress

    The Executive Committee of the World Assemblies of God Fellowship visited President Mahama ahead of the church's World Congress, which opened in Accra today—the first time the 115-year-old organisation has held the event on African soil. The delegation praised the President and government for their support and commended Ghana for hosting what it described as a milestone event.

    14 October 2026 · Daily Guide →

  6. Assemblies of God World Congress opens in Accra today

    President Mahama assured the World Assemblies of God Fellowship of government support for the World Congress in Accra, which opens today—a historic event as the first such congress held on African soil in the 115-year history of the movement. The morning conference was moved from Independence Square to the Accra International Conference Centre due to technical challenges.

    14 October 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

  7. Former Malawi President arrives for Assemblies of God congress

    Former Malawi President Dr Lazarus Chakwera has arrived in Accra to participate in the 10th Triennial World Congress of the World Assemblies of God Fellowship, accompanied by his wife. The congress runs from Wednesday to Friday and will feature morning sessions and gospel revival rallies at the Accra Sports Stadium.

    14 October 2026 · Joy Online →

  8. Mahama pledges government support for Assemblies of God World Congress

    President Mahama assured the World Assemblies of God Fellowship of the Government's continued support for the World Congress in Accra, the first time the 115-year-old event is being held on African soil. The Congress morning session has been relocated from Independence Square to the Grand Arena of the Accra International Conference Centre due to technical challenges.

    14 October 2026 · Joy Online →

Tuesday 13 October

  1. Assemblies of God requires pastors to resign before partisan politics

    The Assemblies of God, Ghana mandates that pastors seeking to engage in active partisan politics must resign from their ministerial positions, according to General Superintendent Rev. Stephen Yenusom Wengam. The church says the policy protects congregational unity across different political affiliations and was enforced during the 2024 election period when two pastors resigned after contesting party primaries.

    13 October 2026 · Joy Online →

Monday 12 October

  1. Assemblies of God global chairman arrives for historic Accra congress

    The Global Chairman of the World Assemblies of God Fellowship, Rev. Dominic Yeo, has arrived in Ghana for the 10th Triennial World Congress of Assemblies of God, opening October 14, 2026. The event, being held in Africa for the first time in the 115-year history of the fellowship, aims to discuss strategies for establishing one million additional churches by 2033.

    12 October 2026 · Joy Online →

  2. Ghana's embassies to support World Assemblies of God Congress

    Foreign Affairs Minister Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa assured organisers of the World Assemblies of God Congress of diplomatic and protocol support from Ghana's embassies and high commissions across 73 countries. Ghana is hosting the congress as the first African country to receive this privilege, an event the Minister said offered an opportunity to showcase the country's stability and democratic credentials.

    12 October 2026 · Joy Online →

Friday 9 October

  1. World Assemblies of God Congress brings 10,000 delegates to Accra in 2026

    Ghana will host the World Assemblies of God Congress from October 14–16, 2026, with more than 10,000 delegates from nearly 200 countries expected to create economic opportunities for hospitality, transport, tourism and food sectors. The event marks the first time in the Assemblies of God's 50-year history that the global congress is held in Africa.

    9 October 2026 · Joy Online →

  2. AG World Congress delegation seeks government support for 2026 Accra event

    A delegation from the Assemblies of God World Congress, led by Rev. Stephen Wengam, met with Ghana's Foreign Minister Samuel Okudzeto Ablakwa to secure government support for the 10th Triennial Congress scheduled for October 14–16, 2026 in Accra. The delegation noted this will be the first time the Congress is held in Africa and sought assistance with visa acquisition for international guests.

    9 October 2026 · Daily Guide →

Friday 2 October

  1. AG Congress to drive one million church plantings by 2033

    The General Superintendent of Assemblies of God Ghana announced that the denomination's 10th Triennial World Congress, scheduled for Accra in October 2026, will advance a global expansion agenda targeting the planting of at least one million churches by 2033. The Congress theme, "COMMISSIONED: One Mandate, Every Nation," will focus on evangelism, church health, empowering the next generation, and sustaining Pentecostal growth across the denomination's current 89.9 million members and 451,000 local branches worldwide.

    2 October 2026 · Daily Guide →

  2. Mahama, Lordina to attend World Assemblies of God Congress in Accra

    President John Dramani Mahama and First Lady Lordina Mahama will attend the opening ceremony of the 10th Triennial World Assemblies of God Congress at Black Star Square on October 14, 2026. The congress, scheduled for October 14–16, will bring together delegates from more than 100 countries and is expected to attract more than 10,000 participants, marking the first time in the 115-year history of the Assemblies of God Fellowship that the global congress is being held in Africa.

    2 October 2026 · Joy Online →

Thursday 1 October

  1. Assemblies of God World Congress to draw 40,000–45,000 to Accra

    The Assemblies of God World Congress, scheduled for October 14–16 in Accra, is expected to attract between 40,000 and 45,000 participants for evening sessions. According to the Local Organising Committee chairman, this will be the first time the global gathering has been held in Africa since the church's establishment 115 years ago.

    1 October 2026 · Daily Guide →

Monday 28 September

  1. Accra to host first African Assemblies of God World Congress

    Accra will host the Assemblies of God World Congress on October 14-16, the first such congress on African soil in the fellowship's 115-year history. The event is expected to attract 10,000 delegates and tourists, with organisers highlighting potential economic and international image benefits for Ghana.

    28 September 2026 · Daily Guide →

Wednesday 23 September

  1. Churches required to pay music royalties under law, GHAMRO says

    Ghana Music Rights Organisation CEO Jackson Brefo says churches are legally obliged to pay royalties for songs performed during services, as the law treats them as music users with no exemption. He noted that some orthodox denominations comply, but charismatic and Pentecostal churches are harder to reach on the issue.

    23 September 2026 · Joy Online →

  2. Rev. Wengam charges new church leaders on loyalty

    The General Superintendent of the Assemblies of God, Ghana, has tasked newly appointed church leaders to demonstrate absolute loyalty to Christ, the church's leadership, doctrines and constitution to advance the church's Transformation Agenda. He emphasized the need for leaders to remain committed to the church's vision while improving welfare of pastors and promoting development.

    23 September 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

Monday 21 September

  1. Assemblies of God Ghana appoints new leadership team

    The newly elected officials of Assemblies of God, Ghana, including members of the Executive Presbytery and National Departmental Directors, have assumed office following a four-day Leadership Prayer and Orientation Retreat in Accra. General Superintendent Rev. Stephen Yenusom Wengam, re-elected to his position, directed the new leaders to pursue the church's Transformation Agenda, which aims to disciple the nation by reaching every village, town and city, enhance pastor welfare especially in rural areas, and restore Pentecostal fervour.

    21 September 2026 · Joy Online →

Friday 18 September

  1. Assemblies of God leader urges church loyalty and development

    Rev. Stephen Yenusom Wengam, retained as General Superintendent of Assemblies of God, Ghana, has called on pastors to demonstrate loyalty to God and their churches, describing loyalty as the currency of development. The remarks were made at a three-day prayer retreat for newly elected and re-elected Executive Presbytery Officers in Accra.

    18 September 2026 · Daily Guide →

Thursday 17 September

  1. Loyalty is currency of development, Assemblies of God chief tells leaders

    Rev. Stephen Yenusom Wengam, General Superintendent of Assemblies of God Ghana, charged pastors to show utmost loyalty to God and their churches, describing loyalty as the indispensable "currency of development" that must never be compromised. The admonition came during a three-day prayer retreat for the re-elected and newly elected Executive Presbytery Officers.

    17 September 2026 · Joy Online →

Monday 31 August

  1. Institutions urged to establish mental health support systems

    Rev. Prof. Samuel Oheneba Dornyo has called on institutions to prioritise workers' psychological well-being by establishing mental health support systems and employing qualified professional counsellors, warning that neglecting mental health support can lead to poor decision-making, damaged relationships, reduced productivity and compromised safety.

    31 August 2026 · Daily Guide →

  2. Rev. Wengam warns African pastors against materialism and complacency

    The General Superintendent of Assemblies of God Ghana addressed Ethiopia's National Pastors Conference, cautioning African pastors against materialism, carnality and complacency, which he said devalue Christian worship and damage the religion's reputation. He urged church leaders to prioritise deep spirituality and church planting for evangelism across the continent.

    31 August 2026 · Daily Guide →

Sunday 30 August

  1. Ghanaian pastor urges African Christian leaders toward spiritual renewal

    Rev. Stephen Yenusom Wengam, General Superintendent of the Assemblies of God, Ghana, cautioned African pastors against materialism, carnality and complacency, warning these tendencies could undermine the Church's credibility. Speaking at Ethiopia's National Pastors Conference, he urged Christian leaders to prioritize prayer, spiritual renewal and church planting.

    30 August 2026 · Joy Online →

Wednesday 26 August

  1. President Mahama receives Assemblies of God delegation, commends leadership

    President John Dramani Mahama received the newly elected Executive Presbytery officers of Assemblies of God, Ghana, led by General Superintendent Rev. Stephen Yenusom Wengam, at his residence in Accra. The delegation introduced the new leadership and expressed appreciation for Mahama's attendance at the church's 32nd Biennial General Council Meeting, while President Mahama commended Rev. Wengam for his visionary and bold leadership.

    26 August 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

Tuesday 25 August

  1. Mahama congratulates newly elected Assemblies of God leadership

    President John Mahama congratulated the newly elected Executive Presbytery of Assemblies of God, Ghana, led by General Superintendent Reverend Stephen Wengam, following their election at the 32nd Biennial General Council Meeting held in August 2026. The President commended Rev Wengam's visionary leadership and noted significant church growth since he assumed office.

    25 August 2026 · Joy Online →

Monday 24 August

  1. Rev. Wengam re-elected Assemblies of God leader by landslide

    Rev. Stephen Yenusom Wengam has been re-elected General Superintendent of Assemblies of God, Ghana, securing 89.61 per cent of votes at the church's 32nd Biennial General Council Meeting. He called on church members to unite behind the church's growth agenda following the election.

    24 August 2026 · The Ghanaian Times →

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