Jan 30 2025 39 mins 2
In this episode of The Care Ministry Podcast, host Laura Howe welcomes Christina Tang, a pastoral care leader in Hong Kong, to discuss the inspiring journey behind the creation of the Restore ministry. Christina shares how her passion for mental health support, coupled with the limited resources in Hong Kong, led her to develop training workshops and host events for church leaders and caregivers. From humble beginnings with a small group of "champions," Restore has grown into a broader movement, providing resources and encouragement to churches across Hong Kong. This episode highlights the power of faith, obedience, and community in addressing mental health within the church.
Quotes
- Christina Tang:
"Restore began by accident, but looking back, I can see how God was leading and providing every step of the way." - Christina Tang:
"Trust in His timing and His provision because it will come. I started with doubts, but the Lord brought the people and the resources." - Laura Howe:
"Sometimes we overcomplicate things. The simplicity of gathering people to pray and care for one another can have a profound ripple effect." - Christina Tang:
"We called our first group 'champions' because our church wasn’t ready to openly talk about mental health without fear of judgment or shame." - Christina Tang:
"I wanted people to know that there are resources out there. Even in a small city like Hong Kong with limited options, God opened doors to provide what we needed."
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