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Hendy Matahelemual

Mosaic Mennonite Conference Support for the Indonesian Church Amid Immigration Uncertainty

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by Hendy Matahelemual

In critical moments of history, faith communities often become a refuge for those who feel threatened and marginalized. This was also the case the day after Donald Trump’s victory announcement as President of the United States, when tension and concern swept over the immigrant community, including the Indonesian church members in South Philadelphia. Trump’s statements during his campaign about mass deportations created real anxiety within this vulnerable community. 

Pastor Danilo Sanchez (center) delivers support and prayer to the Indonesian immigrant community at Indonesian Light Church, Philadelphia.

Amid this situation, Mosaic Mennonite Conference demonstrated its commitment to the principles of love, justice, and solidarity through Pastor Danilo Sanchez’s visit to three Indonesian churches in South Philadelphia: Indonesian Light, Philadelphia Praise Center, and Nations Worship Center. This presence was not just a formality but a tangible symbol of moral, spiritual, and emotional support for the community facing immense pressure. 

The Power of Presence: Sanchez Brings a Message of Hope 

During his visit, Sanchez delivered a message full of hope and strength, reminding the congregation of the importance of leaning on God during difficult times. He quoted Psalm 46:1-2 NIV, “God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble.” This verse served as a foundation to remind the community that, despite the external threats, God remains faithful in protecting and safeguarding his people. 

This message was significant both spiritually and psychologically. As fear is real for many community members, having a faith leader present and voicing support brought much-needed reassurance. Sanchez also encouraged the community to stay united, rely on the power of prayer, and stand firm in the face of uncertainty. 

Mosaic Conference understands that faith is not just about a relationship with God, but also a relationship with one another. During Sanchez’s visit, the conference reaffirmed its commitment to supporting the Indonesian congregations in South Philadelphia, which are an integral part of the immigrant community. With its Mennonite background, rich in the history of peace and social justice, this support reflects the core values of the Conference: loving one’s neighbor, protecting the vulnerable, and advocating for justice. 

In addition to the spiritual message, the Conference provided practical support, such as information about immigrant rights and access to legal assistance if needed. This approach demonstrated how faith can be translated into concrete actions that help individuals and communities persevere in difficult times. 

Pastor Danilo Sanchez (center back) with the youth group at Nations Worship Center

Relying on God and Standing Firm 

Faith communities play a crucial role in providing strength and hope, especially in the face of threats, as experienced by these Indonesian churches. In this situation, the congregation is encouraged to remember God’s promise in Isaiah 41:10 NIV, “Do not fear, for I am with you; do not be dismayed, for I am your God.” This message serves as a reminder that God will never abandon his people, even in their darkest moments. 

Through Sanchez’s visit and the support of the Conference, the church community in South Philadelphia is reminded that they are not alone. Solidarity, prayer, and love become the main sources of strength to move forward, remain firm, and courageously face whatever may come. In God’s love, they find the strength to continue hoping, staying united, and being a light to the world. 

Hendy Matahelemual

Hendy Matahelemual is the Associate Minister for Community Engagement for Mosaic Conference. Hendy Matahelemual was born and grew up in the city of Bandung, Indonesia. Hendy lives in Philadelphia with his wife Marina and their three boys, Judah, Levi and Asher.

Reflecting on Advent and the Light We Bring 

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by Hendy Matahelemual

This reflection was originally posted on the MC USA Menno Snapshots blog. It is republished with permission from MC USA.  

As I reflect on the season of Advent, I think about what is meaningful for my family and church. We don’t really celebrate Advent as much as I remember when I was a kid. I remember growing up in a Catholic tradition, and during every Sunday Mass during Advent, the pastors would light a candle. There were four candles — one for each of the four weeks before Christmas, representing joy, peace, hope and love. But today, our preparation takes a different form. 

Today, while no physical candle is lit, our hearts and minds are certainly ignited with the spirit of preparation for Christmas. At the beginning of November, our church Christmas committee began working, the choir started their practices early, and the drama ministry came up with a script that aligns with this year’s Christmas theme. This Sunday, we put up our Christmas tree at the church and began decorating. It’s a festive time, in which most of our congregation participates. There are a few weeks ahead with much to prepare, but we are excited. 

We want to provide the best service to God, our congregation, and the guests who attend our Christmas service. It is customary among Indonesian churches to invite guests from other churches to our Christmas event, as well as friends and colleagues who have never been to our church before. In past years, our church attendance during Christmas has typically doubled. 

This is a wonderful opportunity for outreach to unchurched individuals. Many Christians who are not actively connected to a church still feel a strong inclination to attend a Christmas celebration. This season provides a unique chance to engage with them, as the festive atmosphere and message of hope draw them in, creating a meaningful moment to reconnect with faith and community. 

Advent, from the Latin “adventus,” meaning “coming” or “arrival,” is translated from the Greek “parousia” and reflects both Christ’s first coming in Bethlehem and his anticipated Second Coming in glory. 

I often imagine, living in the dark world we face today, that if Jesus were in a plane needing to land, our role would be to light the runway with joy and celebration. We are called to illuminate the path with sacrificial love, burning brightly in our service to others, so that his arrival is met with the warmth and welcome of our hearts. 

“You are the light of the world. A city set on a hill cannot be hidden. Nor do people light a lamp and put it under a basket, but on a stand, and it gives light to all in the house. In the same way, let your light shine before others, so that they may see your good works and give glory to your Father who is in heaven.” 

— Matthew 5:14-16 (ESV) 

As we prepare for Christmas, Advent reminds us that it’s not just about waiting but actively getting ready in our hearts and communities. Whether through lighting candles or through the work of our church teams, we are called to share Christ’s light in a dark world. This season gives us a special chance to welcome others into the hope, joy and love of Christmas. Let us shine brightly, not only through our preparations but in how we live, as we await Christ’s arrival. May our actions reflect his love and draw others to him during this special time. 

Hendy Matahelemual

Hendy Matahelemual is the Associate Minister for Community Engagement for Mosaic Conference. Hendy Matahelemual was born and grew up in the city of Bandung, Indonesia. Hendy lives in Philadelphia with his wife Marina and their three boys, Judah, Levi and Asher.

May 2024 Faith and Life Gathering: The Foundation of the Church 

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by Charlene Smalls, Noel Santiago and Hendy Matahelemual

The Faith and Life Commission of Mosaic Conference provides space for pastors and credentialed leaders to build ties of friendship and support. We convene quarterly to discuss scripture and listen to how we might interpret and apply those scriptures. We pray for each other and our congregations in light of our reflections. We seek to develop relationships of mutual trust and accountability, deepening our convictions and the involvement we have in the congregations we lead. (based on the reflections of Lindy Backues [Philadelphia Praise Center]) 

Captions: Participants gather virtually for the May Faith and Life Gathering. Photo by Hendy Matahelemual.
Participants gather at Wellspring Church of Skippack (PA). Photo by Noel Santiago. 

Gathering online one day and in person the next, credentialed leaders from around Mosaic gathered to read, reflect, share, and pray for each other during the May 2024 Faith and Life Gathering.  

The theme for this gathering’s focus was the Foundation of the Church. Using 1 Corinthians 3:9-11, three questions opened the conversation: 

  1. Building is a process. Building communities, relationships, and the Kingdom of God here on earth requires work. What can we hold on to and what can we release so that together we strengthen the foundation? (One waters, one plants, God gives the increase). 
  2. How are we building the church or laying the foundation in the context of our priorities – Formational, Missional, and Intercultural? 
  3. What partnering has helped deepen and strengthened you and your ministry? 

A sampling of what participants shared included: 

  • How do we move on and make peace with the people that have not returned to our congregations, after attempts to reach out and embrace what is new?  
  • A recognition that if we cannot talk to one another, how can we talk to or share Good News with others? 
  • Always bring the process of building back to Jesus. 
  • How well do we understand one another’s context, recognizing the differences within the Mosaic Conference? 
  • Having a clear articulation of who we are and not allowing our political views to interfere with Kingdom work, which can pose a danger to the strength of the building.  
  • The importance of being rooted in our gifts and learning from each other, staying humble despite our differences, and remaining open to transformation. 
  • Heartfelt, deep sharing and praying 

While those gathered were small in numbers, the wisdom, care, sharing, and prayers abounded. May God continue to help us build the church on the foundation of Jesus! 

Charlene Smalls

Charlene Smalls is co-pastor of Ripple in Allentown, PA.

Noel Santiago

Noel Santiago is the Leadership Minister for Missional Transformation for Mosaic Conference.

Hendy Matahelemual

Hendy Matahelemual is the Associate Minister for Community Engagement for Mosaic Conference.

Journey (to the West)

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by Hendy Matahelemual

Every person from Indonesia is familiar with the 16th century novel from the Ming Dynasty in China, Journey to the West, which features four main characters: Monk Tong, Sun Go Kong, Tie Pat Kai, and Sam Cheng. (Translated into English by Arthur Waley in 1942 as Monkey: A Folk-Tale of China). 

The novel tells the journey of the four characters on a mission to retrieve the holy scriptures in the West, enduring 14 cold summers and facing 81 disturbances from demons and monsters before reaching their destination and bringing the scriptures back to China. 

Many do not know that this story was inspired by the real journey of a Chinese monk named Xuanzang who, from 629-645 AD, went to India and successfully returned to China bringing back 657 texts of holy scriptures. Although he managed to translate only 75 of the 657 texts into Mandarin, what he did translate was very significant. 

From the vantage point of this story, I want to reflect on my journey to the West, in a different context. As one of the staff serving the Indonesian Mosaic churches in southern California, traveling from Philadelphia to Los Angeles is something I often do. Each journey holds different meanings and impressions. 

Southern California, especially Los Angeles, is where most of the Indonesian diaspora in the U.S. reside, perhaps because the weather is like that in Indonesia. 

There are three Indonesian Mosaic congregations in greater Los Angeles: Imanuel International Fellowship (Colton, CA) JKI Anugerah (Pasadena, CA) and International Worship Church in (San Gabriel, CA) and a ministry partner, Ark of Christ (Anaheim, CA) who is considering membership with Mosaic. 

The desert climate of southern California appeals to me. Apart from palm trees, deserts, and mountains, visiting Mosaic communities in California also makes every journey for work feel like visiting one’s own family. 

In addition to building relationships, every visit brings a new understanding of ministry that enriches our collective understanding. There is much to learn together because mutual transformation is one of the goals of living in community. 

As a conference with a long history of Swiss-German cultural background, and a process of assimilation into Western European-American culture, the new presence of Hispanic, African, and Eastern cultures, each with their own etiquette, can pose challenges. 

However, our shared commitment of faith in Jesus, life in the community, and efforts for peace make our journey more beautiful. 

I am reminded of the quote, “If you want to walk fast, walk alone, but if you want to walk far, walk together.” And also of the story of two of Jesus’ disciples on their way to Emmaus. As they covered seven miles walking from Jerusalem to Emmaus, Jesus approached them and walked with them. 

They did not realize that Jesus was with them until the moment they ate together, and Jesus took the bread, blessed it, then broke it and gave it to them. (Luke 24:13-35) 

This verse reminds me of two things. First, that sometimes we are too focused on our goals that we forget to enjoy the journey and miss the presence of God in every process of our lives. 

Second, how eating together is an important part of building relationships. Even when we eat together, divine revelation can occur. This happened to the two disciples of Jesus. 

Going from one place to another in Los Angeles takes a long time. However, in my journey, I was introduced to a hymn from South Africa, “Hamba nathi” which means “Let’s walk together with Me”. 

At this opportunity, allow me to share the song: 

Come, walk with us, the journey is long. 
Share our burden, and join in the song. 
Come, uplift us, and bring us new life. 
Give us peace when the journey is done. 
The journey, the journey, the journey is long. 

In our spiritual journey, let us walk together with our brothers and sisters in faith and enjoy every process with the Lord. Because He never once leaves us or forsakes us. May the Lord bless us. 

Hendy Matahelemual

Hendy Matahelemual is the Associate Minister for Community Engagement for Mosaic Conference. Hendy Matahelemual was born and grew up in the city of Bandung, Indonesia. Hendy lives in Philadelphia with his wife Marina and their three boys, Judah, Levi and Asher.

As a Leader, I’m Tempted

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by Hendy Matahelemual

A church asked me to preach as part of a series on the prophets. The week I was scheduled, the prophet was Jesus. When I prayed about what to say, I felt the Holy Spirit wanted me to talk about how to lead like Jesus. I was taken aback. “No, not leadership,” I thought. 

Leadership is one of the most challenging topics for me to preach about. Perhaps this is because I struggle with self-confidence. Most of the time I don’t feel like a good leader. 

Henry Nouwen’s book In the Name of Jesus: Reflections on Christian Leadership, gave me encouragement. Nouwen writes that a leader is tempted to be relevant, spectacular, and powerful. In my leadership roles, I’m tempted to try to be everything to everyone. Especially in an immigrant community, the pastor’s role is not limited to preaching and leading Bible study. We are expected to be so much more: handyman, driver, interpreter, legal counsel, realtor, and 24/7 emergency and information hotline. The community might have unrealistic expectations. If we are not careful, burnout and depression are around the corner. 

When Jesus was tempted in the desert, the devil tried to get him to use his power for the wrong reasons. I think the devil uses the same tricks on leaders today. I have fallen into the “relevance” trap because I want to be recognized as a pastor who helps people. There’s an urge inside of me to be useful for my congregation, conference, and community. 

There is nothing wrong with helping meet people’s needs. But the motive must be genuine love, not a desire to impress others or fill a void in one’s own life. Meeting the world’s needs might solve an immediate problem but not an eternal one. Maybe you fixed someone’s furniture or helped resolve an asylum case. These good deeds don’t meet the deepest human need: God’s love. 

“God’s love can be manifested through personal connections,” Nouwen writes. “We live in a culture where everything is measured by results, achievements, and numbers, but there’s less emphasis on relationships and connections. As leaders, we need to be irrelevant to this culture by being vulnerable as individuals who also need love from God and care from the community.” 

The next temptation is to be spectacular. In Indonesia, I worked as a pastor at a megachurch. We had an average attendance of more than 2,000 people and about 40 staff. Every year, we baptized around 100 people. 

When I moved to the US, everything changed. I pastor a small congregation. At one point, we had fewer than ten people in our Sunday service. I had to work two or even three jobs to support my ministry. In the first three years, we baptized three people. My wife and I felt like failures. Friends back home asked why we were wasting our time and energy. They said we should return to Indonesia. 

We are glad we stayed. I learned a lot leading a small congregation. The congregation sees me as I am. I cannot hide behind the pulpit on a big stage, out of reach. Others see my vulnerability and our lives become intertwined. My congregation sees our struggles in marriage, parenting, and making ends meet. At first, this seemed like frailty. But we grew to understand it as a blessing. Others love us as we are. 

Nouwen says a leader needs the people as much as they need the leader. I’m trying to grow as a leader while being led by others, and to lead like Jesus by not giving in to temptation to be relevant, spectacular, or powerful.   

A version of this article originally appeared in Anabaptist World and is reprinted with permission.

Hendy Matahelemual

Hendy Matahelemual is the Associate Minister for Community Engagement for Mosaic Conference. Hendy Matahelemual was born and grew up in the city of Bandung, Indonesia. Hendy lives in Philadelphia with his wife Marina and their three boys, Judah, Levi and Asher.

Like Ruth, Immigrants Know Risk — & the Value of Sharing Burdens

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I have been reflecting on what it means to be a first-generation immigrant. The biblical story of Ruth resonates deeply with me. 

Before accompanying Naomi to a foreign land, Ruth expressed her profound commitment by saying, “Where you go, I will go; where you stay, I will stay” (Ruth 1:16, NIV).  

As an immigrant, choosing where to go involves an element of faith, as the future unfolds with unknown possibilities. 

Ruth’s commitment didn’t end there. She continued: “Where you die, I will die — there I will be buried. May the Lord deal with me, be it ever so severely, if even death separates you and me” (Ruth 1:17, NIV). Rejecting the easier option of returning to her own people, Ruth prioritized the relationship with her mother-in-law, Naomi. 

Ruth, a Moabite, willingly left behind her family and homeland to venture into a foreign land, where she would reside among unfamiliar people. She knew the risks. 

One risk, for Ruth and for immigrants today, is being made to feel unwelcome. “Go back where you came from” — whether spoken or unspoken — is a common challenge. If someone were to heckle me and demand I go back to my country, my response would be, “I am not a tourist. I am an immigrant, and I intend to stay.” 

Photo by Christopher Campbell on Unsplash

For some immigrants, returning to their home country is not an option. They may have fled persecution or violence or severe economic hardship.   

When immigrants arrive in a new country, they often isolate themselves, avoiding the settled population’s rejection. This was not the case with Ruth and Boaz. They worshiped a God who breaks barriers and reconciles people, turning foes into friends. 

Photo by Tim Mossholder on Unsplash

Serving in an immigrant community in Philadelphia, it is crucial for me to journey alongside individuals and families, helping them settle in and preparing them for the tribulations that lie ahead. 

Many immigrants have a hard time finding a place to stay. Property owners typically demand background checks, credit scores and proof of income, which new immigrants often lack.  

To resolve this predicament, Mennonite churches and families in Philadelphia step in by offering temporary housing. They provide rent-free accommodations until the individuals or families can secure a more permanent residence. 

Building friendships and alliances, sharing burdens across cultures and generations, are of utmost importance. We should not hesitate to ask for help and extend assistance to others.  

“Bear one another’s burdens, and in this way you will fulfill the law of Christ” (Galatians 6:2). The burden of tests and tribulations is lightened when we face them collectively.  

Ruth relied on the generosity of others. As a first-generation immigrant, she did not own any land, so she collected food from leftovers. Her story reflects the experiences of immigrants who work in less desirable jobs — leftover jobs that others avoid. 

Ruth recognized she needed a local person’s wisdom. She placed her trust in Naomi, diligently following her instructions. She found another ally and friend, Boaz, who provided protection. Ruth didn’t hesitate to ask for help. She told Boaz, “Spread the corner of your garment over me, since you are a guardian-redeemer of our family” (Ruth 3:9, NIV).  

Spreading the corner of one’s garment symbolized a marriage proposal. Ruth boldly asked Boaz to marry her, and he said yes — although the Torah prohibited marrying a foreigner. But, as boldly as Ruth, he was willing to take a risk. 

Photo by Austin Kehmeier on Unsplash

I believe that as our relationship with God deepens, we become more sensitive to the needs of others, fostering reliance on one another, regardless of our country of origin, taking risks and sharing burdens. 

This article originally appeared in Anabaptist World and is reprinted with permission.  

The opinions expressed in this content are those of the author and may not reflect the official policy of Mosaic Conference.

Changes  

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by Hendy Matahelemual

Throughout life, I am learning that the only constant thing in life is change. Growing up in a middle-class family in Bandung, Indonesia, we needed to move eight times until our family could afford to buy our own property. Moving from a slum to a small house on the edge of the city was my experience growing up.  

Maybe that is why, now that I’ve reached adulthood, I’m hesitant to move. After many of my friends graduated, they moved to Jakarta, Indonesia’s capital city, to find better pay. But not me. I was ready to settle.  

But God had a different plan for me. I married my wife, and we were still newlyweds. We had just started renovating our own house. God spoke to my heart through a verse from the book of Acts: “You will be my witnesses in Jerusalem, in all Judea and Samaria, and to the ends of the earth” (1:8, CSB).

At first, I thought, Really, God? But then after careful reflection, it became clear that I needed to be ready to leave my hometown if needed. At the time I didn’t know where exactly God wanted me to go, but wherever it was, I would follow.  

“You will be my witnesses in Jerusalem, in all Judea and Samaria, and to the ends of the earth”

acts 1:8, CSB

My limited brain could only think of a few cities in Indonesia. It turned out that the city that God wanted me to go was nowhere close to my hometown. It was literally the end of the earth from Indonesia. “Marina, Hendy, I want you to go to New York City, to get connected to one of the Indonesian churches there,” said my pastor to us. I will never forget that conversation.  

We knew that it would require a lot of changes in our lives, but I also believe when God calls us, he will also sustain us. Seven years have passed by since that conversation. Today, my wife and I serve at Indonesian Light Church in South Philadelphia and Mosaic Conference.  

We have three little boys, ages 9, 6, and 2 years old. I love football more than soccer, drive on the other side of the road, speak and write in English, minister not only to Indonesians but across cultures, tribes, and languages. I still remember an occasion where I preached in English, and the sermon was translated in Cantonese. I believe the Holy Spirit works within us to allow us to minister across cultures.  

Not all changes are easy; some of them are hard, depressing, painful, and even traumatic. But this is also a part of ministry in Jesus. If change were easy, then Jesus would not have needed to die on the cross. Change requires sacrifice. One thing that God keeps reminding me is that I’m not here to change people’s lives; we are not called to fix people.  We are called to witness God, to journey together with people, and to be ready to be changed, as well.  

Our pain, suffering, and trauma will heal over time as we open ourselves to God’s love and to other people. Our misery will eventually become a ministry to other people. I believe there is something about shared brokenness that allows the Spirit to bring healing to the community where Jesus is at the center.  

God calls us individually and collectively. As a follower of Jesus, our calling is to be changed from the inside out. Some need to travel thousands of miles just to meet the right people to journey together, and some just need to go to their neighbor across the street, but the calling remains the same.  

“Anyone who belongs to Christ has become a new person. The old life is gone; a new life has begun!” (2 Corinthians 5:17, NLT). Don’t settle for less than what God has promised you. Keep seeking, keep discovering the new you and the new us together. Keep answering the call from God. Jesus, be with us all.  

No eye has seen, no ear has heard, 
and no mind has imagined 
what God has prepared 
for those who love him.

1 Corinthians 2:9 (GWT)

Hendy Matahelemual

Hendy Matahelemual is the Associate Minister for Community Engagement for Mosaic Conference. Hendy Matahelemual was born and grew up in the city of Bandung, Indonesia. Hendy lives in Philadelphia with his wife Marina and their three boys, Judah, Levi and Asher.

Summer or Winter? 

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By Hendy Matahelemual

If you had to choose between summer or winter for a year, which would you choose? I would choose winter. I like the cold weather, and as I write, it is 100 degrees today in Philadelphia. I spent most of my adult life in Indonesia, where it’s warm all year. So winter is an exciting new experience for me. 

Differences in climate don’t just affect the weather – they influence behavior. In her book, Foreign and Familiar: A Guide to Understanding Hot- and Cold-Climate Cultures, Sarah Lanier divides the world in two parts: hot-climate and cold-climate cultures. 

In hot-climate cultures, people tend to be more relational and communicate in ways that promote a friendly environment. In cold-climate cultures, people tend to be more task-oriented and value accurate communication over people’s feelings.  

In a hot-climate culture, where you belong is more important than what you think. The Māori people of New Zealand say, “I belong, therefore I am.” French philosopher René Descartes expressed a cold-climate perspective when he said, “I think, therefore I am.” 

Community life is valued very highly in a hot-climate culture. In a cold-climate culture, people affirm individuality and independence.  These cultures generally follow geography, but not always. Cold-climate culture prevails in some warm regions. 

What culture or cultures do you identify with?

Jesus said we should treat others as we want to be treated. To do this, we need to be aware of the cultures people come from. Our good intentions might cause harm if we don’t understand other cultures. 

As a first-generation Indonesian American, I was excited when I moved to the US. But eventually, I started to feel like an outcast. I didn’t realize how intense my connection to my home community was — and how out of place I would feel when separated from it. 

But this conflict created opportunities. I gained more awareness of how to think as an individual. At first, it was a challenge. I’m not used to being alone. I felt anxious and weak, but when I started practicing independence and adjusting to new expectations, I developed tools to navigate a cold-climate culture. 

For example, I now have more peace when I have push back on my preaching or writing. When people express disagreement directly to me, I learn to not take it personally and learn to see it from the other perspective. I also find I am now more willing to speak my mind and express my feelings directly.  

Stretching is not the goal, but transformation is. Our tolerance of change has its limits. But as we are transformed, we develop new ways of life that make us more complete. I can relate to a wider variety of people because I have learned the ways of both hot- and cold-climate cultures. 

Paul said to the church in Rome, “Do not be conformed to this world, but be transformed by the renewing of your mind” (Romans 12:2, ESV). The world has patterns and expectations — like hot- and cold-climate cultural differences — that make us conform to those around us while also separating us from those who are different. These patterns trap us in cultural bubbles. 

If we accept the world’s patterns without resistance, a time bomb is set. Eventually it blows up, turning small differences into big conflicts. 

Try to immerse yourself in a different culture. If you’re a cold-climate person, visit a hot-climate culture, or vice versa. Expect resistance, internally and externally. Broadening your cultural experience will not be easy, but it is worth it. Keep engaging, learning, and praying as the Spirit leads. 

Hendy Matahelemual

Hendy Matahelemual is the Associate Minister for Community Engagement for Mosaic Conference. Hendy Matahelemual was born and grew up in the city of Bandung, Indonesia. Hendy lives in Philadelphia with his wife Marina and their three boys, Judah, Levi and Asher.