Nine international guests also attended the Swiss Youth Group Gathering (STR). In their host youth group, they helped with the dishes and played with the children, weathered a thunderstorm, and shared insights from their youth ministry work. What will they take away from the experience?
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The Methodist Church in Cambodia operates in a predominantly Buddhist environment and faces challenges such as poverty, climate change, and the still very tense situation along the border with Thailand. Nevertheless, the church aims to provide a place of refuge and blessing. It is just over 25 years old and aims to become independent next year. Lun Sophy, its president, emphasizes: «Moving forward requires action and change. Growth is both: growing in years and growing personally. Personal growth means maturing.»
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In 2000, the «Miss Stone» social center—named after the former missionary Ellen Stone—was established in Strumica (North Macedonia). Even back then, the idea was to be there for people in need. It’s amazing to see how much has grown since then—and it stands as an impressive testament to tireless dedication and genuine compassion.
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