Today is a wonderful day as our family grows! In the presence of God and with the testimonies of our brothers and sisters, Pastor Fang Ling has baptized one adult and three children, officially welcoming these three into the Tauranga Chinese Methodist Church as members of the Grace Church. Chairperson Weng Xinwei joined us for a commemorative photo.
Our dear Pastor Fang, our spiritual leader.
The three brothers and sisters are now officially members of Grace Church.
Brother Chi Ya Zhou, a leader among the congregation, welcomed the new brother on behalf of the church.
Our community has grown stronger, and our joy is overflowing.
Sister Angela, who is about to be baptized.
Pastor Fang officiated the baptism ceremony, baptizing the sister in the name of the Lord.
The three children, soon to be baptized, listened attentively to the solemn declarations led by the pastor, accompanied by their parents.
Baptism for the children.
Dear sisters, we welcome you into this spiritual family, becoming one of our youngest sisters.
"If anyone is in Christ, he is a new creation; the old has passed away, behold, the new has come." - 2 Corinthians 5:17
A brand new life begins from this moment, under the Lord's authority.