Their Very First Easter!

Shem is a pastor here in Nepal who has decided to follow God back to his old porter/guide routes in the remote mountains of Nepal to share the love of Jesus. He's an amazing guy with whom I am honored to call a friend. Shem has been faithfully telling Gatlang and Nessing villages for 14 years about the love of Jesus. It took half that time before they even had a building (which is now busting at the seams to grow further). The village has heard of Jesus and many have accepted His gift of life. The past 14 years, God has been good but this year was special. Although many knew of Jesus, his death and resurrection, they didn't know their was a holiday to celebrate and remember . Last week, Shem went to tell them about Good Friday and Easter and took his camera. They celebrated, prayed and sang in the church for Easter for the very first time. Then over a hundred people processed through the streets of their tiny remote village, despite the persecution they receive, to proclaim the joy they have been given. When I saw the pictures and little video clips Shem had taken, I asked if I could turn them into a short video. I know I have been so encouraged by these brave souls and hope you are too. Enjoy!