The recent pastor training in the Dominican Republic included one of the most honest and vulnerable conversations among the attending pastors. The topic was the subject of mental health, a conversation that unveiled their own personal challenges while navigating the intricate role of leadership and sharing the burdens of their communities. The depth of the relationships between the men and women in the room has continued to grow through the years, which provided a time for honest and real conversations.

This training was not just a chance occurrence; rather, it was a direct response to the pastors' expressed desires. They want to have a Biblical framework as they engage the topics they encounter regarding mental health. God’s heart and compassion towards His people were evident, and the responsibility with which the pastors take their roles was encouraging. Scripture was not merely studied but lived and shared, fostering a sense of unity and belonging.

We are so thankful for the opportunity to walk alongside these pastors, open Scripture to encourage one another, and leave the training feeling more known and unified. God is doing a beautiful work in the hearts of men, women, and children on the island of Hispaniola.