What is your ministry?
I am a deacon at my church. In charge of high school ministries, I work a little with college students and steward over the facilities my church rents for small groups. I began training in audio and visuals due to a lack of people who know the craft. I preach on occasions I struggle with, although God has blessed me with Him always being present in those moments. People approached me and encouraged me, giving me hope and motivation to improve.
When did you trust Christ?
After 11 years of Christ's relentless pursuit, I gave my life to him on June 12, 2012. That day, my best friend's father, on their family night, to which I was invited every week, decided to teach his kids how to help people give their lives to Christ using a napkin. After the four comic sketch scenes, the three words that stood out to me were confess, believe, and accept. That night, my best friend asked me if I thought I was a Christian. After my unsure yes and his firm explanation of why I am still not, I began to confess my sin, declared my belief that he died on the cross for me, and accepted His gift of life. That night, God supernaturally revealed Himself. I felt the old being flushed out and the new moving in. Fear of God gripped me. Joy filled my heart and excitement.
What have been the defining moments of your Christian walk?
My mentors have been discipleing me in significant ways. I see a big difference between the man I was and the man I am today. I am very thankful to the one who made it possible.
What do you hope to gain from participating?
People keep inviting me and telling me it's a must-attend for me. I believe the topics will equip me with eyes and ears for the lost, optimize my energy, and focus on the ministries I would be best at.
What is your leadership role or what were your past leadership roles?
I have about 15 years of experience at summer evangelistic camps. English-themed, music-themed, and sports-themed. I was a translator, small group leader, sub-director, director, logistics, administrative work, etc. I have ventured into making some camps with people equally passionate about sports and the gospel. It went well, and we made one just before Covid struck. As ministries recover, we are going at our second attempt—international mission trips and conferences: mainly a participant with more minor roles.
Why should someone invest in your ministry?
I have a footing in schools. So far, they have been delighted with my work, and students have asked me questions about my faith. I have even sat outside with students after class, explaining things from the Bible to them. It was awesome. This gives me a unique entrance into schools my missionary peers don't have. As I finish my teacher's license, I have time to equip myself with as many tools as possible.
