The International Central Gospel Church (ICGC) will start its annual Greater Works Conference today, in a significant coincidence as the church marks its 40th anniversary.
Running until Friday, August 2, this year, the conference will be hosted at Christ Temple East, the church's prominent location at Teshie (Bush Road), off the Osu-Tema beach road.
The timing of the conference coincides with the conclusion of the church’s global fasting and prayer period, known as the 40 Days of Power, which underscores the importance of this year’s gathering.
Networking opportunities
A statement issued by the church said the conference would feature both evening and morning sessions to accommodate diverse schedules.
Evening sessions will start today at 5 p.m., while the morning sessions will begin tomorrow at 9 a.m. It explained that the structure allowed participants to engage deeply in spiritual and communal activities.
The conference also serves as a global gathering, offering attendees an excellent opportunity to network with people from all walks of life and worldwide.
“This aspect encourages the sharing of ideas and experiences across diverse cultures and backgrounds,” the statement said. There will be vibrant musical ministrations from the ICGC choirs, known for their uplifting performances.
A special highlight will be the participation of a guest song minister, Nathaniel Bassey, from Nigeria, whose music is celebrated for its inspirational and worshipful impact.
The conference will be streamed live on ICGC's social media pages and broadcast on Joy Prime TV, allowing a global audience to participate in the spiritual and communal experiences from anywhere in the world.
Buses will be available to convey participants to and from the venue each day. “This service is provided to make the experience as convenient and accessible as possible for everyone,” the church explained.
Preachers
Led by Pastor Mensa Otabil, he would be joined by a distinguished lineup of speakers, including Pastor Matthew Ashimolowo from Kingsway International Christian Centre (KICC) in the United Kingdom, Bishop Mike Okonkwo of The Redeemed Evangelical Mission (TREM) in Nigeria, and Bishop Tudor Bismark from Jabula New Life Covenant Church in Harare, Zimbabwe.
“These esteemed speakers will deliver powerful messages aimed at uplifting and challenging attendees, encouraging them to embrace Christ-like principles and contribute positively to their communities and the broader African continent,” the statement added.
Pastor Otabil is set to deliver the keynote address on the opening night and lead a communion service to formally end the 40-day fast. He would also conclude the conference with an anointing service on Friday, the statement said.
Open invitation
Ahead of the conference, Pastor Otabil has thrown an open invitation to Christians from all walks of life to participate in Greater Works. He expressed his own sense of anticipation and urged believers to come with hearts full of expectation.
“This week, we will experience a profound manifestation of God’s presence. This is our God year and we must prepare to encounter the Lord in all dimensions of His glory,” he said.
Pastor Otabil also emphasised that “what God offers is within your reach. It is up to you to step forward and claim it, which requires fighting the good fight of faith.
The encouraging news is that God has already paved the way. Although challenges may arise, victory is assured because the outcome has already been determined.”
