As Blessed Hope Adventist Church began preparing its 2025 calendar, the youth officers recognized the need to intentionally reach out to the youth and young people, both within the church and throughout the community.
Moved by this conviction, a proposal was presented to the church board for a week of prayer focused on youth, while still welcoming participants of all ages. The board responded with support and encouragement for the event to move forward.
On March 8–15, 2025, the church had the honor of hosting a spiritually uplifting Youth Revival Week of Prayer. This special week of devotion and inspiration culminated in a celebration on Global Youth Day, leaving a lasting impact on all who participated.
Each evening, the congregation was blessed by the ministry of Ray Sasa, South Bay Adventist Church pastor. Sasa's heartfelt and powerful messages resonated with attendees, stirring hearts and inspiring renewed commitment to faith. His calls for spiritual dedication touched lives in profound ways, creating a spirit of revival that carried through the week.
One of the most beautiful outcomes was the decision of 11 individuals — ranging in age from 5 to 72 — to surrender or rededicate their lives to Christ through baptism. Their step of faith marked a significant moment in their spiritual journeys and was a source of great joy for the entire church family.
Among these were Hannah Felise and her 5-year-old daughter, symbolizing a touching generational commitment to Christ. Another young candidate, 7-year-old Taliatalosaga Ifopo, expressed his joy saying, “I’m so happy to finally get baptized because I’ve been wanting to for a long time, but my parents said I was too young to understand the importance of the decision I was about to make.” His determination and understanding moved many in the congregation and reminded us that God calls hearts at every age.
Another candidate was 72-year-old Mareko Utuga, who was overwhelmed with emotion. He shared, "I am so happy to have this opportunity to rededicate my life, along with my wife and two adult daughters, to the Lord after being out of the church for 25 years." His testimony was a powerful reminder of God's enduring grace and the unifying power of faith across generations.
A young adult, Kellet Mariner, remarked, "I want to rededicate my life to the Lord's service along with my fiancé as we prepare to unite in holy matrimony as a family. We want to raise our children in the ways of God." This testimony echoed the theme of commitment and spiritual renewal that resonated throughout the week.
The revival not only blessed the guests who came seeking spiritual growth, but also rejuvenated the congregation. Members experienced a renewed sense of purpose, deeper spiritual connection and strengthened bonds of fellowship.
All glory and praise are given to God for His abiding presence and the blessings poured out during this unforgettable week. It was truly a time of reflection, renewal and revival — a milestone in the life of the Blessed Hope Church family as they pray for guidance and opportunities to continue to share with their community.
Ray Sasa (left) gets ready to baptize Mareko Utuga (right), who joyfully rededicates his life to Jesus.
Kellet Mariner and Brianna prepare for baptism.
Hannah Felise and her daughter are baptized by Ray Sasa, South Bay Church pastor, assisted by Ionatana Neufeldt, Blessed Hope Church pastor.
