Kohima: One hundred thirty pastors gathered at Tsungiki Baptist Church on October 23. They represent 101 churches attending the 66th Lotha Baptist Church Pastors’ Conference. The event runs through October 25. This year, the gathering focuses on the theme, "Ni Lhidong Chekata," which translates to Know Your Responsibility.
Rev Dr Renbi Rangthang, Executive Secretary of the Lotha Baptist Church Association, led the opening dedication service. Rev Rhonbemo Odyuo, Senior Pastor of LBC Sethikima-C, offered the invocation. Delegates received welcomes from Rev Ellis Odyuo, President of the Lotha Baptist Ekhumko Pastorden Sanrhyu, and T. Mhao Kikon, Pastor of Tsungiki Baptist Church. Lilamo Yanthan of Lakhuti Baptist Church handled the scripture readings.
Rev L. Renathung Yanthan, Assistant Secretary of the LBEPS, spoke during the inaugural service. He pushed the pastors to embrace the gravity of their roles. He told the attendees, "pastoral ministry is rooted in a divine calling." Yanthan demanded wholehearted commitment, humility, and steadfastness. He told the group to renew their service to God without reservation.
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