-For the greater good
PASTOR Ram Angad saw a need in his community, and, through the Kaneville New Testament Baptist Church, he initiated a feeding programme, particularly for children in the village, on Sundays.
He reported that he felt compelled to act and started the feeding programme at the church two Sundays ago. With his wife, Onika Angad, by his side, he was able to make it happen.
It was a success. On the first Sunday, 121 people showed up, including about 70 children from Kaneville Village itself. This was all Pastor Angad needed to continue the feeding programme. He stated that his wife alone gets up at 3:00 am on Sunday mornings to prepare meals for the church service using the small kitchen in their home.

The religious leader told the Pepperpot Magazine that they have no external financial support. The money collected during Sunday services is used to purchase food items for the meals. Additionally, they contribute from their own pockets, which has strained them financially. Despite this, they are committed to continuing the programme due to the great need for it.
“We are hoping for partnerships from the business community or other donors to help sustain the church feeding programme on Sundays in Kaneville. Whatever is contributed—whether groceries, human resources, or financial assistance—it will be put to good use,” he said.
Pastor Angad stated that the children are especially happy when they come to church on Sundays, as they receive a warm meal. Two buses are used to transport them to and from the Kaneville New Testament Baptist Church, specifically for Sunday services.
He disclosed that they have sufficient land space at the church, which is located on a double lot. They hope to construct a kitchen there to accommodate the feeding programme, as the space in their home is limited.
“With a kitchen at the church building located at 621-622 M Macaw Drive, Kaneville, East Bank Demerara, members can volunteer to prepare meals for Sunday services,” he explained.
Pastor Angad added that the church premises are used not only for fellowship but also for community service. For instance, the church recently facilitated the registration for the government cash grant, with thousands of people passing through its doors.
“At the church, we aim to serve people and the community as needed,” he said.
The pastor said that he is committed to continuing to do what is morally good for the community. The church has established good relations with locals and is always open to assisting in any way possible.

As pastor of the Kaneville New Testament Baptist Church, he offers counselling and biblical guidance to anyone in need. He holds a bachelor’s degree in theology and a doctorate in human psychology from Bethel Baptist College in North Carolina, United States.
Pastor Angad noted that the church has 40 regular members. However, on Sundays, the number rises to 120, with about 70 children attending.
The church also hosts the Bethel Baptist Institute, a satellite Bible college affiliated with the North Carolina-based institution. Classes for the four-year bachelor of theology degree programme, which covers 40 topics, are set to resume on January 13, 2025.
The pastor shared that he gave his life to Christ on February 11, 1998, at 8:15 pm during a Wednesday night church service. Since then, his life has changed for the better, and despite challenges, he has made a difference in the lives of many through the church.
The next day, however, he became homeless when his father insisted he leave the house to change his religion. Today, his father is also a Christian and was baptised by Pastor Angad himself five years ago.
The pastor stated that he has served at various churches across the country. In 2006, he worked as an assistant pastor in Saint Martin but returned home to establish a church in Kaneville to serve the people.