In a heartfelt tribute to one of Christianity’s most inspiring figures, a long-overdue statue of Corrie Ten Boom is set to be erected in California, courtesy of the Board of Christian Leaders. The monument will honor Ten Boom’s unwavering faith and courage during World War II, when she and her family risked their lives to hide Jewish refugees from the Nazis in their home in the Netherlands.
The statue will be unveiled at a public ceremony in Pasadena, California, later this year, marking the first significant monument dedicated to Ten Boom on the West Coast. Crafted by a renowned Christian sculptor, the statue will depict Corrie in a posture of prayer, symbolizing her resilience and unshakable faith in God even amid unimaginable suffering. Inscribed at the base will be one of her most famous quotes: *“There is no pit so deep that God’s love is not deeper still.”*
Corrie Ten Boom, author of the best-selling memoir *“The Hiding Place,”* survived the horrors of the Ravensbrück concentration camp after her family was arrested for their underground efforts. After the war, she traveled the world sharing a message of forgiveness and hope, reaching millions with her testimony.
The Board of Christian Leaders described the statue as a timely reminder of faith in action. “Corrie’s story continues to inspire believers to stand boldly for justice and show Christ’s love without fear,” said Pastor Michael Reed, one of the board members spearheading the initiative. “This statue is not just a tribute to her legacy but a call for us to live with the same courage and conviction.”
Local churches and organizations have pledged support for the unveiling event, which is expected to draw a significant crowd. As anticipation builds, the statue stands as a beacon of faith, courage, and the enduring power of forgiveness.
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