the Glocal Trekker Blog

Omar Reyes is point over all our missions ministry at NorthWood. Last May, at our Glocalnet Conference, several businessmen and government leaders from his Carribean Country of Belize attended. As a result of their attending the Glocalnet Conference, they invited me to come and speak to them on Transformation. So, last week Omar and I headed down and spent all day Saturday speaking on Transformation. It was a blast. The question was, "Is the Gospel only good to get me in heaven, or should it make a difference in society?"

Belize is a small country of 280,000 people with a rich history of missions. Yet, it is one of the poorest countries in the world. It was a fascinating meeting. Approximately 200 Christian leaders in business, education, and government were there--all asking the question. There may have been 10 pastors in attendance. Wow! A religious conference of laymen wanting transformation using their jobs and influence--when will we learn.

I was privileged to have breakfast with Prime Minister Said Musa. Senator Anthony Chanona was there, as well.