Stories From Pastors & Church Leaders
"I want to express my gratitude for the opportunity to join the HIC [Hole in the Church] Seminar. Today, the parable of Jesus from Luke 14:12-14 has deeply resonated with me. Often we fail to recognize underprivileged people and we, knowingly or unknowingly, make them feel unwanted and unloved. Through today's teaching, I have come to understand that we have created a barrier between ourselves and disabled children, which hinders us from acknowledging their positive attributes and capabilities… I will work with people in the community to evangelize for as long as I live." — Pratibha
"I recently had the privilege of attending the HIC Seminar here. I gained a deeper understanding of God's compassion for every individual, regardless of their background or physical abilities. I was reminded of the value of each soul in God's eyes and the responsibility we have to care for and guide them towards God's comforting embrace. As a result of this experience, I am committed to expanding my ministry to include those who are physically vulnerable and in need of extra care." — Thomas
"Praise the Lord. This HIC Seminar was such a blessing for me. Usually, we only offer some financial or material help to people with special needs, but this class changed my perspective. We should look deeper into the great need they have for salvation because their souls are precious to God. I will try to follow this teaching in my life and ministry, to bring joy and real peace to those with special needs." — Pastor Robert
"Praise the Lord. I learned from the passage in Luke 14:12-14 to invite the helpless and disabled people to church and include them in our celebrations and events. As a pastor, we need to be mindful not to neglect them but instead, bring them forward, give them extra care, and remind them that God has imparted some special gifts to them. We should encourage them to lead a life that brings glory to God." — Pastor Vishwas