Every Friday, Baptist Women in Ministry introduces an amazing minister, and today we are excited to introduce you to Nora Kwok.
Nora, tell us about your current ministry?
I am a pastor of Grace Chinese Baptist Church in Sugar Land, Texas. I am co-pastoring with two others pastors: Rev. Peter Leong and Rev. Huen. We are grateful to be a ministry of Sugar Land Baptist Church. I have served at GCBC since 2009 and am currently the president of Chinese Fellowship of Baptist General Convention of Texas and the vice-chair of Houston Chinese Baptist Pastor Fellowship.
Most members of our congregation at GCBC are Cantonese-speaking Chinese; however, God has recently sent many Mandarin-speaking Chinese to Houston. In response, we have worked hard in the last few years to develop a Mandarin-speaking ministry to fit their great needs. Now our worship service is conducted in the dual languages, Cantonese and Mandarin. Praise the Lord!
Because there is no Chinese church south of Houston, we hope and pray that we can expand our ministries to include the areas of Richmond and Rosenberg. Although it is very hard to find any property with our limited resources, we trust that everything is in God’s time.
What have been some of the challenges you have faced in your ministry journey?
The world is changing very fast; every day is a learning experience. Understanding different generations and passing on our faith to the next generation are big challenges. Discipleship is another big challenge. It is very hard to encourage discipleship within the church. It seems like many people are too busy to take discipleship seriously.
What brings you great joy in life and ministry?
When people change their heart and life for the Lord, that is the biggest joy for me. It boosts up my energy level.
What is the best ministry advice you have ever received?
Be patient. Everything is in God’s time. God loves my church more than I love my church. Be still and know He is God.