No, no, no! I’m not gonna cry.” Those were the words of Dan Hilasaca, pastor of the Cedar City church and the Red Cliffs church district, at his ordination to the gospel ministry, just before he started thanking those who were a part of his ministerial journey. Yet, amidst the chorus of thanks, he reserved a special place for his parents. His voice quivered, and the tears finally spilled over. Hilasaca praised the divine gift of supportive and loving parents, acknowledging their pivotal role in shaping his path of service.
He then emphasized that all ministers need supportive people around them: “God is calling men and women to be pastors. It is imperative that the church recognizes these callings and support them.”
Benjamin Carballo, the Hispanic Ministry coordinator of the Nevada-Utah Conference (NUC), is undoubtedly one of those people who have been supporting Hilasaca in his ministry. Carballo was the lead pastor of the Maranatha Hispanic church in Las Vegas when Hilasaca served in that church as a youth pastor. During his talk, Carballo said: “Dan, God has known you since you were in your mother’s womb. He said, ‘This is a great Peruvian who will be a great minister.’ Greater things are coming and the Lord’s going to surprise you.”
As the gathering continued, the outpouring of support from conference officials, pastors, elders, friends, and family only served to underscore the depth of Dan's impact. With gifts and affirmations, they collectively celebrated April 27, 2024, as a milestone etched in memory—a day Dan Hilasaca wouldn't soon forget.
The NUC family stands united in congratulating Dan Hilasaca and looks forward to continuing to collaborate with him in ministry, knowing that his leadership, dedication, and relationship with God will continue to inspire all who cross his path.
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By Neat Randriamialison
Dan Hilasaca es ordenado en emotiva ceremonia
No, no, no! No voy a llorar». Esas fueron las palabras de Dan Hilasaca, pastor de la iglesia de Cedar City y del distrito de la iglesia de Red Cliffs, en su ordenación al ministerio, justo antes de comenzar a agradecer a los que formaron parte de su recorrido ministerial. Sin embargo, en medio del coro de agradecimientos, reservó un lugar especial para sus padres. Su voz tembló y las lágrimas finalmente se derramaron. Hilasaca elogió el don divino de los padres comprensivos y amorosos, reconociendo su papel fundamental en la formación de su sendero de servicio.
Enfatizó después que todos los ministros necesitan personas que los apoyen: «Dios está llamando a hombres y a mujeres a ser pastores. Es imperativo que la iglesia reconozca esos llamados y los apoye».
Benjamín Carballo, coordinador del Ministerio Hispano de la Nevada-Utah Conference (NUC), es sin duda una de esas personas que ha estado apoyando a Hilasaca en su ministerio. Carballo era el pastor de la iglesia hispana Maranatha en Las Vegas cuando Hilasaca sirvió en esa iglesia como pastor de jóvenes. Durante su charla, Carballo dijo: «Dan, Dios te conoce desde que estabas en el vientre de tu madre. Dijo: “Este es un gran peruano que será un gran ministro”. Hay cosas más grandes en el futuro y el Señor te va a sorprender».
A medida que la reunión continuaba, la gran cantidad de apoyo de los funcionarios de la conferencia, pastores, ancianos, amigos y familiares solo sirvió para subrayar la profundidad del impacto de Dan. Con regalos y afirmaciones, celebraron colectivamente el 27 de abril de 2024 como un hito grabado en la memoria, un día que Dan Hilasaca no olvidaría pronto.
La familia de NUC se mantiene unida para felicitar a Dan Hilasaca y espera continuar colaborando con él en el ministerio, sabiendo que su liderazgo, dedicación y relación con Dios continuarán inspirando a todos los que se crucen en su camino.
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Por Neat Randriamialison
