Andre Weston is Ordained on the Big Island Pastor Andre has a desire to reach hearts with the same simple message of the Savior’s love that he received as a child. God has opened doors for him to faithfully serve in both unique and traditional ways.
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astor Andre Weston was joined by his wife, Nicole, on November 5 as he was ordained to the gospel ministry at the Kurtistown Samoan church. The event was the culmination of the Big Island’s yearly convocation. In celebration of God’s calling on Pastor Andre’s life, the special service was attended by many other ordained pastors who serve across the Hawaiian Islands. Even a few special relatives and friends from the island of Jamaica and the mainland were present, as well as friends from the local Hilo community. The service began with Mark Watanabe, an elder of the Hilo church, giving a biographical sketch of Pastor Andre’s life. He then relayed messages from many of the elders Pastor Andre previously served alongside; they took the time to write encouraging notes confirming Pastor Andre’s call to ministry and adding words of hope and advice. Hawaii Conference President Erik VanDenburgh shared an inspiring message of what it means to be called by God, and Ministerial Director Jay Warren challenged