Alight Worship Church Dimapur to hold a two-day revival programme for differently abled persons.
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DIMAPUR — Alight Worship Church, Dimapur, is organising its first two-day “Differently abled revival programme” on April 4 and the 5th, an initiative aimed at empowering individuals with disabilities through spiritual encouragement and inclusive engagement.
The revival programme will be held at Alight Worship Church located at River Belt colony from 4:30 pm onwards.
This was informed by the revival organising committee during a press conference held at the church on March 30.
Organising committee member Zuchobeni Ovung said the motive behind conducting the revival programme is to reach the unreached. She observed that often in society, the differently abled are regarded as a stigma and stereotypically portrayed as “tragic.”
Quoting from the book of Isaiah, she said “God has created everyone wonderfully and purposefully for his glory. So, we want to remind them through this revival that their soul matters. We believe that it will not only be an elevation of spirit, but they will also feel inclusive.”
She conveyed that the revival aims to break barriers by making them feel they are also included in society.
Asserting, “We believe God is going to perform a great miracle for all of them,” Ovung said the revival is inclusive, with people who are unable to see, hear, or speak, as well as those with other physical disabilities being part of the revival.
She also clarified that people often ask if funds are being generated for the revivals and stated that no funds are being generated, adding that they are doing this entirely by faith and with whatever resources they have.
However, if anyone is moved to "sow a seed" or contribute, the door is open, she added.
Proprietor of Tikvah Centre Dimapur, Vikili Assumi, who is visually impaired, appealed to parents and families to bring their children and loved ones, especially those with disabilities who often miss out on hearing God's Word.
“It is about spiritual healing, not just physical. When their spirits heal, they will find strength to praise God,” she conveyed.
Organising committee member Lulen Pongen informed that pickup points have been arranged to reach out to people, including Sovima Gate, 6 Mile Junction; Naga United, 4th Mile Hope Academy Junction; Padum Pukhuri, Ao Church Junction; Naharbari, Holotoli School Junction; Tolovi Local Ground; Burma Camp and Walford, Traffic Junction; Kashiram, ATM Point Junction; and Aoyimti, Town Panchayat Hall.
Pickup will start from 1 pm to allow extra time to assist and transport differently abled individuals comfortably, he said.
He updated informed that one can contact 8258865861 or 7627942037 for any details or to be part of the revival.
Pongen informed that the focus is on three categories of disability—visual impairment, hearing impairment and locomotor disability.
He added that for those who cannot hear or speak, Deaf Biblical Ministry is providing a sign language instructor.
The outreach is being coordinated through Prodigals' Home, through which coordination is being carried out with various branches and units.
He clarified that they are not partnering with any organisation but are coordinating closely to ensure they reach as many people as possible.