His Story

From Displacement to Purpose

Evangelist Gai Bol Luom's story is one of resilience, faith, and divine calling. Born and raised in South Sudan, Gai's early life was marked by the profound challenges facing his nation — conflict, displacement, and the struggle for stability that continues to shape the lives of millions across the diaspora.

Like many South Sudanese families, Gai and his loved ones experienced the upheaval of displacement. This journey — marked by uncertainty, loss, and the search for safety and opportunity — became the crucible in which his faith deepened and his calling crystallized. Through it all, Gai clung to Scripture and community, discovering that faith is not a luxury in times of plenty, but a lifeline in seasons of trial.

Gai pursued education with determination, recognizing it as both a personal pathway and a tool for serving others. His academic journey reinforced what he had learned through lived experience: that preparation and education unlock potential, and that young people — especially those carrying the weight of displacement and life transition — need intentional investment to thrive.

Food Distribution — Biong, South Sudan Leading community aid efforts on the ground

His Faith

Faith as Foundation

Throughout his journey, Gai's deepening relationship with Christ became central to his identity and purpose. He came to understand that faith was the foundation for his identity and his responsibility to his community — the lens through which he could see both with clarity and love.

Gai's faith journey taught him that God sees the marginalized, honors the displaced, and raises up leaders from unexpected places. He witnessed firsthand how Scripture speaks powerfully to those facing adversity, and how a faith community rooted in God's Word becomes a place of healing, hope, and transformation.

This spiritual foundation became the bedrock upon which Y.E.T. Compassion was built. In 2006, Gai began the work of serving his people — and the ministry that followed drilled wells, delivered food aid and medical supplies, and supported schooling in the Biong community until war forced a halt in 2013. The conviction never changed: young people need not just education and skills — they need to know they are seen, valued, and called by God to something greater than their circumstances.

Mission Team — Building Partnerships Collaborative ministry through service across communities

The Calling Today

A School and a Pulpit

Headquartered in Nashville, Tennessee, Gai leads Y.E.T. Compassion's return to South Sudan. His calling now centers on two works: raising a Christian school in Juba for families who want a Christ-centered education for their children, and preaching the Gospel to young people — at home and across the diaspora — through his live show on Facebook.

How He Leads

Leadership Philosophy

Gai leads with humility, conviction, and deep love for the communities he serves.