Jubilation marks 75 years of Christianity in Longmai
Source: Chronicle News Service
Noney, November 10 2022:
The 75 years of Christianity of Longmai Baptist Church, Noney district was celebrated on Thursday as Platinum Jubilee at Longmai Part-1 Playground, Noney district headquarters.
On the first day (Thursday), the Jubilee Monolith was unveiled by Rongmei Baptist Churches Council (RBCC) general secretary Rev Mansi Gangmei and the Jubilee souvenir released by first executive secretary of RBCC Rev L Pamei.
The gospel sermon was delivered by Mao-Poumai Baptist Church Imphal pastor Rev L Simon Raomai on the topic, 'The Unchanging Grace of God' .
As a part of the programme, special gifts and appreciation were presented to Longmai women, who got married and are no more settling in Longmai.
A mass prayer was also pronounced by the congregation on the occasion.
Combined Hallelujah Chorus was sung in various voices by the church's youths called Baptist Youth Fellowship.
The noon session of the programme was presided over by Peih chairman Kaguichung Gonmei and Longmai Village Authority chairman Kasaigai Gangmei in the presence of social activist Gaidon Kamei and Longmai Bazar Board leader Gailung Gangmei.
As a part of celebration, traditional games like catching of Cow Head (Guaihpi Kazapmei) and Tug of War were also held in the Jubilee Hall.
In the night session, a worship service was conducted with gospel sharing by the guest speaker and singing praise and worship songs.
A Solo/Duet, Melodrama, Skits and Monologue were also performed by various artistes on the Jubilee night.
It may be mentioned that Longmai Village had embraced Christianity in 1964 under the guidance of some Christian pioneers.
The jubilee celebration will
continue till November 11 .