Our Ancestors Suffered for Our Freedom to Worship

Over a century ago, when The Salvation Army arrived in Kerala, a state on the southwestern tip of India, they quickly became known as the only religious institution to accept and embrace those in the lowest castes in Indian society, as part of their biblical mission to love and serve all peoples without discrimination. Much has changed since then, but the caste system is still prevalent, and Christians are still an impoverished minority group facing significant challenges. Add to that, in the small community of Aryanad, a 2018 flood completely destroyed their Salvation Army church building. But, as luck would have it, many church members work in construction as their day jobs… See this touching portrait of a multi-generational Christian community, persevering - and thriving! - against all odds. - Share Change is an initiative of the The Salvation Army USA Western Territory that produces video content infused with messages of transformation and hope, designed to empower individuals to share the Gospel message with others via online and social networking platforms. Share Change aims to reach beyond traditional means of influence in order to tell the world about the physical, emotional and spiritual healing to be found in a relationship with Jesus Christ. Follow Share Change Twitter:   / helpsharechange   Instagram:   / helpsharechange   Facebook:   / helpsharechange   Website: http://helpsharechange.org Playlists: Popular Uploads:    • Popular Uploads   Addiction Recovery:    • Addiction Recovery   Serving The Homeless:    • Serving The Unhoused