Ebola and Zimbabwe International Convention

[Allabord4Jah]

I just got this yesterday.  I can't post the pictures that came with it!   Maybe some of you can check You Tube, it might be on there and or someone else in here might be able to pull up the pictures.  Jehovah made sure his people and guests got to their International Convention!

 

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Dear friends:

 

                The whole world is upset because of the terror of the Ebola virus.  We have read lots of news stories and it has been featured on many tv programs.  So the big question was:  How would this virus-scare affect the thousands upon thousands expected to gather for the international convention scheduled this weekend for Harare? Here is the answer!

 

Dear Brothers and Sisters,

 

This just arrived, less than 2 hours ago, from a sister in Australia.

Many may have read or heard that the International Convention in Zimbabwe 

was in real jeopardy because of the Ebola Virus situation ongoing in West Africa. 

 

Well, friends, below is Jehovah's answer!

 

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If you can pull up the pictures, it says it all!  66,000 in attendance! 

 

[niall]

I don't have any pictures but here is a news report stating a maximum attendance of 82,000, with screens having to be mounted outside so those who couldn't fit inside could still watch:

From http://www.herald.co.zw/jehovahs-witnesses-convention-ends-on-high-note/

Jehovah’s Witnesses convention ends on high note

August 25, 2014 Local News

Bronfenbrenner Torubanda

The three-day International Convention of Jehovah’s Witnesses ended in Harare yesterday with the giant National Sports Stadium filled to capacity. The convention, which ran under the theme “Keep Seeking First God’s Kingdom” attracted thousands of people, with a bumper crowd of over 82 000 attending yesterday. So huge was the crowd that some speakers and giant screens were mounted outside at the National Sports Stadium B Arena to cater for those who failed to secure space inside.

The convention was conducted in Shona, English, Ndebele, Chinese and sign language and everyone was counted when entering the stadium.

Out of 3 500 international delegates, 2 000 were from United States of America, while 1 500 were from Brazil and Germany.

About 2 000 delegates came from African countries such as Zambia, Kenya, Mozambique and South Africa.

Spokesman Mr John Hunguka said Jehovah’s Witnesses were very happy since this was their first ever international convention to be held in Zimbabwe.

“As Jehovah’s Witnesses, we are very happy because this international convention was the first of its kind in Zimbabwe. The convention discussed what God’s Kingdom is, how people are benefiting from it now and what it will do in the future. Jesus started ruling as king in 1914 and this convention marks 100 years since Jesus started ruling. It is inspiring that all biblical prophesies have been fulfilled, which means people can have faith in what God’s kingdom will do for them in the future,” said Mr Hunguka.

One of the delegates from Germany, Mr Felix Bornman, said he had a great experience in Zimbabwe and had benefited a lot from the convention as his faith was strengthened.

“It was a wonderful experience to attend this convention in Zimbabwe and l benefited a lot spiritually,” said Mr Bornman.

Another delegate from the USA, Mrs Sheila Jones, said she had made life-long memories and joyous experiences to share with fellow Christians back home.

“The convention programme was spiritually beneficial and I am very happy to be one of Jehovah’s Witnesses as we constitute a global family worldwide and I look forward to share my experiences with brothers and sisters back home,” she said.

Regional conventions will be held in Karoi, Mutare, Gweru and Bulawayo so as to cater for those who failed to attend the National Sports Stadium event.

[niall]

According to another news article (which I won't link to due to the amount of apostate comments):

 

• At least 1,568 bible students were baptised at the Jehovah’s Witnesses international convention at the National Sports Stadium.
• The oldest of the baptismal candidates was 97 years old while the youngest was seven years old. Two other candidates were aged 85 years.
• The baptismal candidates said they were happy to have made history by getting baptized at the first international convention in the country.
• [The] programme urged followers to focus their lives on inheriting God’s kingdom regardless of the many adversities people are facing.
• Speaker after speaker spoke about the need for witnesses to remain resolute.
• In Zimbabwe there are 42 000 Witnesses.

 

[Dages]

Excellent !

 

It's always encouraging to see our brother and sister doing their best in Africa. This is not an easy place to live, but Jehovah's spirit is helping and growth is obvious !