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The Lord greatly blessed on Sunday, August 26, with the baptism of
(L to R) Aneta Pitigoi, Melly Benzar and Ionica Rusnac. |
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What a wonderful occasion it was for our first return visit to Stiuca.
Pastor Alin Manciu is doing a good job. |
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Alin's wife, Ica, is a good helpmeet in the ministry. |
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Probably the greatest spiritual victory that day was the presence of
Melly's mom, Dochita Benzar (holding the white purse), and her
grandparents, on either side of the group. After the service Mrs. Benzar
admitted to Melly that now she understands why Melly likes coming to
church so much. "I never realized how nice [the services are]". This was
the first time she has attended the church. We pray it won't be the last
as we also pray daily for her salvation. |
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Aneta was joined by her husband, Costica. He has attended church on a
few special occasions in the past. |
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Ionica's mom, Mrs. Rusnac came to see her son get baptized. She and the
rest of her family are strong Pentecostals but have been gracious enough
to allow their son to follow his convictions. |
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From the home village church of Ica Manciu came a mandolin choir. The 15
or so mandolins and an accordion filled the church with good music. |
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The Lord blessed with about 100 people attending the service. |
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The children had to be put into a side room and others still had to
stand in the door way. |
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During the service they sang a special - "I have decided to follow
Jesus". |
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Melly Benzar. |
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Aneta Pitigoi. |
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Ionica Rusnac. |
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Witnesses to the baptism. |
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Bianca was saved this summer. She continues to grow in the Lord and is
very faithful. |
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We still have a few coming from Zgribesti. On the far left is Angie.
This was the first time that she has come to church in a long time. Lyn
had a chance to talk at length with her. When repeatedly confronted with
the issue of salvation, Angie coldly replied over and over again, "I'm a
good person". |
