It’s the 550th anniversary of the worldwide Moravian Church. As we think back to the early history of the Unitas Fratrum, we remember the difficulties those early believers faced, but even persecution did not destroy their faith. This gives us hope today.
In Labrador our congregations have been without a minister for several years. I would like to thank all the volunteers who keep our churches going. A service is held every Sunday. Sunday School lessons continue. Confirmation classes are still offered. Workers have spent time improving the graveyards. Mountains of snow have been shoveled away from entryways and windows. Furnaces are kept running. Weekly vacuuming is done. And then there is the offer of prayer and fellowship whenever a family is in need. Thank you to all of you who step up to do good in the name of our Chief Elder.
With Nunatsiavut achieving self-government, we are seeing greater power to the people. It is up to the Moravian Church to play a part in this empowerment. Training is needed for our church leaders. The talk has turned to putting out a call for full-time ministers. That is a must if we are to serve the spiritual needs of each community.
Sr Joan Andersen
Long awaited and finely here. A cool way to keep in touch with all of our churches in Labrador.
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