Moriah Heights, California—During sectional practice at the International Music Camp held in Moriah Heights in July 2017, a seemingly distant and impossible dream was born.
The musicians imagined how wonderful it would be to someday have a large brass ensemble. At the time, the entire brass section of the orchestra was composed of two or three trumpets. It was unanimously thought that a brass ensemble was impossible.
Alps, Austria—The “Closer To God” International Youth Convention was held in the beautiful Austrian Alps from August 4-8, 2021.
After being postponed for over a year due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the long-awaited youth convention finally took place. It was a blessed event that brought our youth closer together and, most importantly, closer to God. There were moments of praise, worship, lectures, workshops, and Q&A sessions, as well as moments of recreation.
Kasangulu, the Democratic Republic of the Congo—On August 15, 2021, the missionary students from the Rama Theological Institute in Kasangulu, DRC, completed their three years of study. Classes began on February 5, 2019, and concluded this year.
On August 8, a week before their graduation, the students presented their public defense. Once accepted, the graduation took place on August 15.
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.