The baptism at the Almar swimming pool near Havana, the largest such facility in Cuba, was yet another evidence of the Church's increasing presence in the society
As reported by the Adventist News Network, thousands of Seventh-day Adventists from all parts of Cuba witnessed a baptism of 300 new members on May 13. The baptism at the Almar swimming pool near Havana, the largest such facility in Cuba, was yet another evidence of the Church’s increasing presence in the society.
The same day, Seventh-day Adventists in Pinar del Rio, the largest city in the western part of Cuba, celebrated the dedication of a newly built church. “There are 700 seats here, but more than a thousand people come to the services. And there is the potential to see even further church growth here,” said Don Noble, president of Maranatha Volunteers International, an organization responsible for building the facility.
In 1998, Maranatha built a seminary complex and fully refurbished the Vibora Church in Havana, the largest Protestant church on the island. In the last six years Maranatha has refurbished 85 existing churches in Cuba and constructed 80 more. Nearly 100 men and women are completing their studies at the seminary.
What follows is a pictorial vignette of a visit to Cuba to participate in a celebration of service and growth. For ANN story, see May 16 ANN Bulletin.
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