Edina Kasza is a coordinator for Youth Builders Foundation in Hungary.
When did you trust Christ?
When I was 9 years old, I attended a Christian camp and was told about Jesus. In the following years, I heard more about Jesus and realised that I loved Him. I did not know how to follow Him yet, but I saw people being baptised and heard their testimonies. Faith in Jesus was born in me. I wanted to follow Him, not just in words but to confess before others that He died for and redeemed me. At the age of 13, I declared Jesus as my Saviour and was baptized.
What have been the defining moments of your Christian walk?
When I was 17 years old, I had multiple conversations with and prayed with counsellors who helped me forgive others and love myself. Another defining moment was when I started learning pastoral care alongside a mature person of faith. Several years ago, I began working as a full-time minister and led a youth group in my congregation. I am learning how to walk in faith and live a generous life.
What do you hope to gain from participating?
I look forward to networking with other Christians, renewing my Christian life, and growth in faith and disciple-making.
What is your ministry?
For several years, I have been serving in pastoral care with the Hungarian Baptist youth mission. I have also been coordinating a Christian Youth Leader Training Conference. I recruit and lead volunteers who help organise the conference. I have begun to lead the youth leader team in my church, mentoring several girls from the youth group.
What is your leadership role or what were your past leadership roles?
For several years in my church, I led creative decoration tasks. I conducted craft activities at a children's camp and led small group meetings. I have helped with camps for teens through the Youth For Christ Ministry.
Why should someone invest in your ministry?
I work as a full-time minister, and cannot afford to pay the full Forum fee. I serve youth leaders and hope to pass on the experiences I gain at the Forum to them.
