Delegation of the Global Collaborative Community Visits Aquila Rescue Center
The delegation of the Global Collaborative Community, led by pastor Bob Roberts, President of the Institute for Global Engagement (IGE, US), visited the Aquila Rescue Center in Quoc Oai District, Hanoi On December 4.
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During their visit, the delegation toured the Aquila Rescue Center (for men) and the Beritsin Rescue Center (for women). These facilities provide care and assistance to individuals recovering from drug addiction or grappling with other social challenges.
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| The international pastors took commemorative photos with the staff of the Aquila Rescue Center. |
At the meeting, pastor Nam Quoc Trung, founder and director of Aquila and Beritsin Centers and co-manager of Aquila Church, shared insights into the centers' establishment and operations.
Since its founding in 2009, these centers have supported hundreds of individuals in overcoming drug addiction and reintegrating into society.
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| Pastor Nam Quoc Trung, founder and director of Aquila and Beritsin Centers and co-manager of Aquila Church introduced the center's establishment and operations. |
Pastor Nam Quoc Trung informed the delegation that there are currently around 140 Protestant drug rehabilitation centers across Vietnam.
He emphasized that churches have been encouraged to operate and grow in accordance with the Constitution and laws, actively participate in social activities, and promote cultural and moral values.
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| The delegation toured the Beritsin Rescue Center (for women). |
During the visit, the pastors shared a meal and worshiped with the center's staff and trainees.
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