Meet Khaled Ghobrial – TOLI's new Chaplain in Egypt
TOLI shows God’s love in practical ways – through microloans and business training that lift families out of extreme poverty. We’ve seen incomes increase, children sent to school, and lives transformed. But we know true, lasting change only comes through Jesus.
That’s why TOLI hired a Chaplain in Egypt: Rev. Khaled Ghobrial. In just a short time, Khaled has led revivals, mentored staff, equipped pastors, and walked with clients through loss and powerful healing.
“I see God working in the streets of the villages – He’s knocking on clients' doors and fulfilling the needs of families with microloans. I am praying God will speak powerfully to the people in Egypt and do miracles in the midst of the families of clients... It’s a wide open door for ministry.” – Khaled Ghobrial
In an interview, Khaled shares stories of hope and reconciliation, and how he sees God using microloans and the Gospel to transform Egypt.
1. What impact have you seen the TOLI program have in ministry?
“The impact is amazing actually. We have two wings of the ministry. The first is the practical washing of the feet of the saints (TOLI entrepreneurs) through microloans. The other wing is the spiritual aspect – it’s discipling, teaching, preaching, training, and equipping. Together, the impact is deep and powerful. When I visited the churches in Egypt, I see how they are serving people in both ways, and it’s so appreciated.”
2. What specific successes have you seen within the past year — can you tell us about a client or two that has inspired you the most?
“... Another client visit was a woman in a village. She had so many problems with her kids. The boys were violent, and it was so bad. We met with the most aggressive of the brothers, and after two and a half hours, by the grace of God and work of the Holy Spirit, we saw and felt the work of God in their hearts. The Holy Spirit touched their hearts and shifted their bad bitter attitudes to be forgiving and hopeful. It was a great visit.
This story is great on the individual level – but I cannot forget or deny the blessing of God in the three day revival teachings with clients in each site. God was so gracious and used my simple words very powerfully. It’s just his grace.”
3. What is your vision for the TOLI program in your ministry in the future? How do you feel God is leading you while working with TOLI?
“I am praying that God will help me to establish partnerships with American churches. Not to just give money but to truly partner with them – and ask them to come and visit Egypt. I am hoping this year to have two churches visit – not for money but to come and serve... This is a combo ministry. It serves the real needs of people and preaches the Gospel. It does both. TOLI is a special ministry that serves the poorest of the poor with microloans and discipleship. It’s received so positively. God has been so faithful and gracious.”