Phungyo Church
Source: The Sangai Express / Mungchan Zimik
Ukhrul, September 29 2013:
The Phungyo Baptist Church Tan-grei, Ukhrul, the place where Christianity set its foot first in the entire State, celebrated 113th year of embracing Christianity today.
September 29 is celebrated as the PBC foundation day every year to commemorate the baptism of 12 believers at Ngayira, Ukhrul 113 years ago.
The day was celebrated with grandeur today.
The Church has more than 3000 members at present.
Significantly, Phungyo is the first to receive western system of education among the Tangkhul community.
The Church members lead the Tangkhul community in various fronts.
Maj Bob Khathing Ralengnao, Ambassador to Burma, ex- Chief Minister of Manipur Yangmasho Shaiza, Wungmareo Shaiza (Retd) Chief Secretary, Delhi and the incumbent NEC secretary Ameishing Luikham were some prominent members of PBC.
Rev HA Thanmi, Pastor PBC released a book titled Wung Tangkhul Naga Traditional Laws written by T Lui- kham, the church founder member.
The President of MBC Rev Longam Chara delivered a heart rending 113th foundation speech to the congregation and called for Christian unity across the State.