Nile Union Academy in Al Khanka Markas, Egypt, hosted approximately 100 youth for a four-day congress themed "A Place for You," from October 7–10. The Egypt Field organized the event to bring the country's youth together for worship, learning, and fellowship.
Organized by Girgis Malak, Egypt Field Youth Ministries director, the program combined morning devotionals, evening worship meetings, and workshops. The schedule allowed attendees time to reflect on their faith and discuss everyday life.
Four workshops addressed communication, health, Sabbath as a holy day, and marriage within the Adventist community. The congress provided a safe space for attendees to consider each subject with peers and Church leaders.
Worship times were integral to the congress. Every evening, attendees gathered for worship meetings in Arabic. Samir Berbawy, a local pastor, led each evening's sermon. In the morning, Alex Clemente, a local pastor, led a devotional.
Organizers designed the congress so that participants could learn how to live their lives with Jesus. The congress also taught youth how to share the gospel.
Eight youth decided to give their lives to Jesus through baptism during the congress. The group included two girls and six boys. Their baptisms marked personal decisions made during the congress.
Participants said the congress brought together teaching, worship, and public expressions of faith.
Organizers hope the attendees carry what they learned into their daily lives and will share the gospel in their communities.
The original article was published on the Egypt Field news site.