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\nA Somerset church has received worldwide attention after a pastor\u2019s response to what he thought was a plea for help went viral on social media.<\/p>\n
\nA Somerset church has received worldwide attention after a pastor\u2019s response to what he thought was a plea for help went viral on social media.<\/p>\n
The incident began when a woman called Heritage Hope Church of God asking for $17 to buy baby formula, claiming her baby was hungry. Pastor Johnny Dunbar, who has led the church for decades, agreed to help.<\/p>\n
Dunbar said he as said no a thousand times, been scammed and told every story in the world, but this time he said yes. <\/p>\n
The woman was actually conducting a TikTok challenge, posing as a mother in need to test how churches would respond. She contacted numerous churches nationwide, including megachurches, and many refused to help.<\/p>\n
After the woman posted about Dunbar\u2019s willingness to help, the video gained massive attention.<\/p>\n
The woman said she only had 300 followers but the answer yes to help has over 3 million people.<\/p>\n
The viral response has led to people reaching out to offer money to help the small congregation\u2019s ministries. The church has about 100 members.<\/p>\n
Dunbar reflected on the religious significance of the challenge centering on a baby.<\/p>\n
He said, “God sent a baby to rescue us. He sent a baby not a mighty warrior.\u201d <\/p>\n
The pastor said the church has received substantial donations but is keeping the amount anonymous. The money will only be used to help others.
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