Strong churches require well-trained leaders who understand both biblical principles and practical ministry skills. Throughout Hawaii and the Pacific, God is calling men and women to serve in pastoral and church leadership roles, but many face significant barriers to receiving quality theological education. When we contend together to provide training opportunities, we invest in the future of Gospel work across our region.
Your gifts through the Sue Nishikawa Offering help remove these barriers by providing scholarships for theological education. These scholarships enable pastors and church leaders to pursue degrees, attend seminars, and receive training that strengthens their effectiveness in ministry. The investment in their education creates dividends that benefit churches and communities for decades.
We’re also exploring an exciting partnership opportunity that could bring a Southern Baptist seminary campus to Hawaii. This development would dramatically improve access to quality theological education for current and future ministry leaders throughout the Pacific region. Rather than requiring students to relocate to the mainland for seminary training, a local campus would enable them to pursue education while continuing to serve in their home contexts.
The impact of investing in leadership training extends throughout our region. Well-trained pastors preach more effectively, lead with greater confidence, and build stronger churches. Educated church leaders make better decisions, handle conflicts more skillfully, and cast clearer vision for their congregations.
Many of our most effective pastors and church leaders have benefited from educational opportunities made possible by generous giving through offerings like Sue Nishikawa. These investments in human capital create lasting impact that multiplies through the lives and ministries of those who receive training.
As you pray today, remember that supporting leadership education is one of the most strategic investments we can make in the future of Baptist work throughout Hawaii and the Pacific.
Prayer Focus:
- Pray for current and future church leaders pursuing theological education
- Pray for scholarship recipients to use their training effectively in ministry
- Pray for the potential seminary campus partnership to develop successfully
- Pray for God to raise up qualified leaders throughout our region
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