We have to first change our hearts in order to impact our community. I was convicted to change my perspective on humanitarian work it is not just building projects, but it’s about serving the poor. I enjoyed listening to Jayakumar Christian talk about a theology of transformation in the life of the church. Rather, there was a unified sense of hope, vision, and dedication to the work. No one is seeking their own personal gains or the success of their organization. I was so encouraged by the open and selfless attitudes that leaders and practitioners in the Christian humanitarian field have in their work. Their responses show the varied speakers and subjects that impressed them, as well as how God was at work personalizing the messages for each attendee. We’ve invited a few of them to share their takeaways following 2022’s conference. Their vision was that “all Christian relief and development professionals and agencies base their initiatives on biblical principles and work to re-engage the Church in holistic ministry among the poor and needy.”Įach year, HDI’s MA in Humanitarian & Disaster Leadership students attend Accord’s annual conference to grow in knowledge, relationships, and purpose.
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