By the grace of God, the work in South India continues. The brethren are dedicated to their activities, and we are grateful to God for His blessings.
As a result of generous contributions from around the world and the efforts of the local brethren, a new church is being built in Thoothukudi (Tuticorin), Tamil Nadu, South India.
Four hours away in Periyakulam, the brethren continue gathering and hosting Bible studies at our church there.
Taravao, French Polynesia—On August 5, 2021, the brethren in the French Polynesian Field were finally able to hold their reorganization meeting after a delay due to the pandemic. The meetings were held at the Taravao Church located on the island of Tahiti, with representatives from the various islands.
Central Eastern Visayan Field, Philippines—In May of 2021, five souls received Jesus Christ as their personal Savior and accepted the Holy Baptism in the different provinces of the Central Eastern Visayan Field, Philippines.
Central Philippine Union Conference (CPUC)—Four brethren were ordained in Bacolod City Church on June 5, 2021.
Two brethren were ordained as Field Elders, Brother Richard A. Sinadjan, the newly elected President of the Central Eastern Visayan Field, and Brother Ephraim Amar, the newly elected President of the Western Visayan Field.
Punta Bolivar, Colombia—From June 9-12, a Youth Convention was held in Punta Bolivar, Colombia under the theme: With Jesus I Will Leave My Footprints.
It was a blessed event with many young people in attendance and special messages and practical activity throughout the four days we spent together. The convention took place beside the beach, and every morning, at five a.m., we met the young people on the beach to run and exercise.