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Historic Tobago Conference Session Elects Pastor Vishnu Persad as First President
Published | 26 November 2023
In a monumental milestone for the Tobago region, the recently concluded Tobago Conference Session witnessed the unanimous election of Pastor Vishnu Persad as its president.
In a monumental milestone for the Tobago region, the recently concluded Tobago Conference Session witnessed the unanimous election of Pastor Vishnu Persad as its inaugural president. The Session, held from November 20th to 22nd, 2023, marked a pivotal moment in the Adventist Church in Tobago.
Addressing the congregation for the first time in his new role, Pastor Vishnu humbly acknowledged, "I'm not the best of speakers," but passionately expressed his fervent aspiration "to lead the church onto glory."
Emphasizing the urgent need for spiritual fervour, Pastor Vishnu urged the delegates, stating, "Tobago must be on fire for Jesus." He rallied hope, envisioning a future where subsequent conference sessions might become unnecessary, fostering a continuous spiritual connectedness to God.
Affectionately referred to as "Pastor Vishnu" by constituents, he succeeded Pastor Toney Mapp and was the last President of the Tobago Mission. Union President Dr. Kern Tobias highlighted that Pastor Vishnu had exhibited a keen interest early in his tenure for Tobago's elevation to a conference status.
Tobago, which had been a mission for the past two decades, has seen remarkable growth and progress. "Let us continue to pray for the Mission as they move forward," urged Pastor Vishnu, stressing the importance of continued support for the region's spiritual advancement.
The unanimous election of Pastor Vishnu Persad marks a significant moment in Tobago's religious leadership history. His impassioned commitment to igniting spiritual zeal within the community reflects the dedicated approach essential for the Tobago Conference's future trajectory. As the new president steps into this pivotal role, the Tobago Conference looks ahead to a promising journey of spiritual growth and transformation under his guidance.
