The 4th Apostolic Visitation of the General Superintendent of Assemblies of God, Ghana, Rev. Stephen Wengam, and his wife, Lady Mrs. Monica Wengam, to the Upper East Region “A” took place on Tuesday, 23rd June 2026, at Redemption Centre Assemblies of God, Bolgatanga.

The event brought together pastors and their spouses, retired ministers and their spouses, as well as widows of pastors from across the region for a time of prayer, fellowship, encouragement, and spiritual renewal.

Intensive Prayer Session

The General Superintendent led participants in an intensive three-hour and forty-minute prayer session, focusing on thanksgiving, repentance, rededication, intercession for the upcoming World Assemblies of God Fellowship Congress to be held in Accra from 14th–16th October 2026, the needs of the Church, personal concerns, and prayers for the peace and development of Ghana. Special prayers were also offered for the General Council Meeting of Assemblies of God, Ghana, scheduled for 18th–22nd August 2026.

Welcome Address

The Host Regional Superintendent, Rev. Albert Adelkaldu, commended the General Superintendent for introducing the Apostolic Visitation initiative, describing it as timely, strategic, and instrumental in promoting the growth and transformation of the Church.

He also recounted that, under the visionary leadership of Rev. Wengam, approximately ten Legacy Temples sponsored by individuals have been constructed across the region. Rev. Adelkaldu further expressed appreciation to Lady Mrs. Monica Wengam for her continuous support for vulnerable members of the ministerial family.

Presentation of Gifts

Lady Mrs. Monica Wengam, National President of the Ministers’ Wives Association, encouraged pastors and their spouses to overcome the challenges of ministry and remain faithful to their calling.

She presented cloth and cash donations to pastors’ widows and the wives of retired ministers. Retired pastors received cash donations and gifts, while serving pastors were also presented with gifts. In addition, each pastor’s wife received a piece of cloth. These were personal gifts from the General Superintendent and his wife in appreciation of their faithful service to the Church.

Special Presentation to the General Superintendent and Wife

In appreciation of the leadership and support of Rev. and Lady Mrs. Wengam, the Upper East Region “A” Regional Council presented them with four pieces of *fugu* and four pieces of Northern kente. The symbolic presentation was also intended to support the upcoming World Assemblies of God Fellowship Congress in Accra.

Exhortation

Rev. Wengam urged pastors to prioritize church planting and remain loyal to the doctrines of Assemblies of God, Ghana. He encouraged them to strengthen their faith through spiritual disciplines such as prolonged prayer, diligent personal Bible study, and meditation on God’s Word.

He cautioned that attitudes such as grumbling and anxiety weaken faith, diminish effectiveness in ministry, and rob believers of their peace.

Renewal of Marriage Vows

The General Superintendent led pastors and their spouses in renewing their marriage vows. He reaffirmed the Church’s position on the sanctity and permanence of marriage, reminding participants that marriage is a lifelong covenant ordained by God. He challenged ministers and their spouses to make their marriages exemplary models for the congregations they serve.

Holy Communion

The Apostolic Visitation concluded with the administration of Holy Communion by Rev. Wengam to pastors and their spouses, bringing the gathering to a spiritually uplifting and memorable close.