A pastorally-gifted 11-year-old from Thames North Synod has called his July Lundie Memorial Award a 鈥済ift from God鈥�.
William Eneso, who attends Askew Road Church, an LEP between the United Reformed and Methodist Churches was nominated by Sunday school teacher Caroline Akinyele who described William as “a shining example of what a disciple in this modern day should be like鈥�.
Caroline said: 鈥淲illiam lives out his faith, often sharing the gospel to friends at school and home, encouraging them to attend church and to hear more about God.
鈥淲illiam鈥檚 pastoral skills and compassion for those around him were reflected in his approach when a family were facing a very tough time after the death of their child, someone who was known to William.
鈥淲illiam remained a strong, encouraging and supportive ally coming alongside others to comfort and pray, and used his skills to make others laugh when needed.
鈥淲illiam also led a short powerful discussion in his Sunday school, sharing who Jesus, the saviour, is to him, and how Jesus had conquered death, a testament to his strong and developing faith.鈥�
When informed he was July鈥檚 winner, William said: 鈥淚t felt surprising because it felt like a gift from God. I just come to church really to serve God.
鈥淚 like to help at Sunday school, especially the younger people, and help them make the right decisions if they face any challenges. Sometimes sad things happen in life, but I like to be there for people and like to pray for people. I just want the church to look even better for young people.鈥�
Each recipient of the Lundie award receives 拢100. William plans to split his award between charity and community work, particularly on hosting a community football game.
Learn more about the Lundie award and how to nominate a young person.