Build The Church
Build The Church – Help Equip a Pastor
When pastors are well-equipped, the entire community flourishes. For those living in remote areas, lacking financial or family support as they train, or working part-time jobs to support their own families, your gift strengthens the church by supporting pastors with training and other resources.
$250 helps equip one pastor.
Approach a pastor in your church or neighbourhood and offer encouragement, practical support, or even a kind word of appreciation.
Living in Myanmar, Zhao is a pastor and father of three; his parents also live with him. Despite being hardworking, he earned a meager income. His financial situation didn’t allow him to pursue further theological education, and his family was unable to support him in his studies.
But there is hope. Now, thanks to funding support, Zhao is currently a full-time student pursuing a Bachelor of Theology. Zhao said, “It had been a burden for me. … Knowing I was granted support for my tuition fees, I feel a great relief and this has made my life and studies easier and happier. … I am very grateful to receive this scholarship.”
As he finishes his final year of studies, he plans to return to his community to serve at the orphanage center and local church. Thanking the churches in Canada, Zhao says, “I will work hard in response to God’s grace and your caring support. After I graduate, I hope to be a blessing to others just like you. May God bless every one of you.”
Donor Ornament
A fun way for your church to visually show participation in Shared Hopeful Gifts is through the donor ornaments! Download the file, cut them out, have participants write their name on an ornament once they’ve donated, and hang them on a tree or on a wall in your church.
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More Hopeful Gifts
Looking for more ways to make a difference? In addition to the Shared Hopeful Gifts for your church, we invite you to explore the full Hopeful Gifts for Change gift catalogue.
By supporting Hopeful Gifts for Change, you enable victims of human trafficking in India to build brighter, more hopeful futures through rehabilitation and spiritual care. Children in Rwanda with disabilities and their caregivers can receive much-needed support and education to improve their quality of life. As the church continues to grow in the Middle East, passionate church leaders can be equipped through mentorship and training to share the gospel in their unique contexts and communities.