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Bawm moved here with his wife, Roi, and their three children. Bawm and Roi met while both were studying for their Masters of Divinity in India and have now been married for nine years.
In the short time that they've lived in Cornelius, Bawm and his family have already made a big impact. Bawm visits his church's members on birthdays, holidays, and special occasions, and he helps with community events like blood drives, food drives, and raising money for local initiatives.
To Bawm, it is very important to be involved not just in the Cornelius community, but in the Kachin community, too. His church is the only Kachin church in the Carolinas and is one of just 20 in the nation! Members of his church travel from Mooresville, Durham, and even Greenville to attend Sunday service. Being able to bring people from so many different places together and inspire them to do good is part of what makes Bawm's job so rewarding.
Looking ahead, Bawm is hopeful that the KBC can expand its reach and become more inclusive, possibly by offering services in both Kachin and Burmese. He is also excited to continue his partnership with First Baptist and ReVive to discover even more ways to serve Cornelius and beyond.
As a Town that hopes to foster diversity, it is inspiring to know that there are places in Cornelius where people from all over the world can gather and exchange their thoughts, stories, and ideas. We're happy that Bawm has chosen us as his home and can't wait to see what lies ahead!
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