Rev. Stephen Wengam hails Ghana hosting World Assemblies of God Congress

Rev. Stephen Yenusom Wengam, the General Superintendent of the Assemblies of God, Ghana, has celebrated the selection of Ghana to host the World Assemblies of God Congress. The event, scheduled to take place from October 14 to 16, marks a historic milestone as the first time the congress will be held on the African continent. Rev. Wengam described the decision as a landmark achievement that underscores the continent's growing significance within the global denomination.

The hosting rights come after dedicated advocacy from African church leaders who sought to bring the global gathering to the region. The selection highlights the robust presence of the denomination in Ghana, where the church has been established since 1931. With approximately 20 million members across Africa out of a global total of 89.9 million, the continent represents a substantial and expanding portion of the church's worldwide congregation.

The upcoming congress will coincide with the 115th anniversary of the global Assemblies of God movement. According to Rev. Wengam, the gathering is designed to serve as a platform for promoting evangelism and fostering stronger collaborative networks among church leaders from various nations. He emphasized that the event would provide an opportunity for the global community to witness the vibrancy and growth of the church within the African context.

As preparations begin for the October event, church leadership expects the congress to further solidify Ghana's position as a hub for religious activities in the sub-region. The gathering is anticipated to bring together thousands of delegates, providing a unique moment for spiritual reflection and strategic planning for the denomination's future outreach efforts across the globe.