Virgil Croitor is a pastor and coordinator for Equip Leadership in Germany.
When did you trust Christ?
I was raised in a family of deeply committed Christians, and both of my parents were role models in their walk with God for all eight of us children. At age 17, I had my first personal encounter with God, leading me to surrender my life to Him. This was also when I began serving as a youth leader in the church.
What have been the defining moments of your Christian walk?
A significant milestone came in 1997 when I was accepted to the European Theological Seminary in Rudersberg, Germany, where I studied Pastoral Theology.
What do you hope to gain from participating?
At a previous Forum, the Church Planting course with Dr. Schindler broadened my perspective and helped me plant the New Life Church. This next year, I look forward to learning more about evangelism and connecting with people.
What is your ministry?
As a pastor at New Life Church, I am very interested in reaching people with the Gospel. Through John Maxwell's organisation, Equipleadership, I found a tool that helps me connect with people who do not know Christ. I have been the Regional Coordinator for three years, and this year, we have started to develop this work in Germany.
What is your leadership role or what were your past leadership roles?
In the past, I have served as a youth leader and a pastor.
Why should someone invest in your ministry?
I see a great opportunity and also a great need to help people in Germany come to know Christ. Our primary target is the Romanian community, but we are not limiting ourselves to them.
