From Shanthi
This year’s seminar was unique in the fact that it dealt with Church administration, education, and operational aspects of the local churches. The teaching was very useful to the pastors, as the implementation of these concepts will help in the edification and growth of the churches.
The final day was hectic with three concluding sessions by Bro. Jeff, Bro. Randy and Bro. Ryder in that order. The seminar was concluded with the handing over the next course book No. 8.
All the participants returned to their destinations safely but with a delay of 6-12 hours, as a severe cyclonic storm affected road and rail traffic. We praise God for all His mercies and faithfulness in answering our prayers for the smooth conduct of the seminar.
Ryder Kumar is serving as our International Director. As one of the founding members of Shepherding the Nations, it was Ryder's vision to see pastors trained and equipped for ministry that became the foundation of Shepherding the Nations.
Shepherding the Nations has identified qualified and called men who are already working in unreached areas of India and Nepal. We are providing the training to better equip them and the financial resources to support them in their ministries.
Our directors have been equipped to teach our ten-volume training curriculum. These key men are training indigenous pastors and church planters while also providing accountability, resources materials, and support. 
During our training program, we provide our ten volume set of curriculum from the Biblical Training Centre for Pastors (BTCP) in their local language. We also provide essentials resources such as Bible Concordance and Study Bible. We have been able to provide these books to all of our pastors through the generous donations of our donors. These books can be purchased for about $10 each or an entire set for $100.