Last weekend, the Panama Central District held the “Passing the Torch” conference in Rio Abajo First Church of the Nazarene in Panama City.
The event began on Friday June 12th with a service where all local NYI groups participated, along with their pastors Rev. Milton Gay, NYI Coordinator for the Mesoamerica Region, shared a powerful message from the Lord. That same night, the much anticipated time of passing of the torch took place It was a symbolic act where pastors passed on a torch to the young people, representing the delivery of functions and leadership to a new generation.
On Saturday June 13th, the event continued with a workshop by Rev. Milton, who spoke about the qualities that leaders must have. The youths were divided into groups, analyzed different leaders of the Bible, discussed strategies and characteristics of leadership, and then shared in group discussion.
There was a special time where young people were ministered to by the district superintendent, Rev. Carlos de la Cruz, and the pastors who were present. Some were touched by the presence of the Lord and testified about their call to service. All the youth leaders showed their enthusiasm and support of the next District Youth Ministry Project.
“We thank God for the ministry of Rev. Milton and ask God to continue using him to bless the youth of the Mesoamerica Region”
Information provided by: Joel Bermudez, Communications
Church of the Nazarene Panama
