BROTHER TYLER WORTHEN: As the progress and growth of the Church Of Christ continues, another milestone is reached in Virginia, as the inauguration of the new district office was held and where members join in witnessing this momentous event. Let’s take a look. 

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BROTHER ANGELO BRUNO: A landmark day here in the District of Virginia, as a newly established district office is officially inaugurated here in Norfolk. As members from across the district gathered to witness this milestone event, they were treated with a tour of the new facility. 

BROTHER ANGELO BRUNO: From the chapel dedication of the local congregation of Norfolk to the inaugurated district office, the prayers of the brethren of the Ecclesiastical District of Virginia were answered.

BROTHER ESTEBAN INOCENCIO JR. (SUPERVISING MINISTER, Ecclesiastical District OF VIRGINIA): As approved by our Executive Minister, Brother, Eduardo V. Manalo, that today we conduct the inauguration of the Virginia district office.

BROTHER ANGELO BRUNO: For Willy, he was able to witness the humble beginning of this project.

WILLIE LUZONG (HEAD DEACON, NORFOLK, VIRGINIA): The closing was June 25th,  2018, and I was part of when this was purchased. And also when Brother Jun [Santos] visited this place, after it was purchased and told us that this will be the district office. 

So from then, there’s a lot of things that happened, not only how we saw the renovation of the chapel and also the renovation of this building. I can proudly say that we were able to help out in the renovation of this building. So we see how it started, from the way it used to be, and the way it looks now—and it’s a lot different. And we’re very proud that we have this nice office, district office, which is situated in our local congregation.

It was nice, because now you will see how all these offices are being used. Because, especially for us, we’re here almost every day, why they are set up like this, and why we have so [much] equipment, because that’s their focus. And it’s nice to know what they are for.

BROTHER ANGELO BRUNO: Brother Esteban P. Inocencio Junior, District Supervising Minister, also shares how this activity is a great milestone blessing for the district and why this is a great need for the Church.

BROTHER ESTEBAN INOCENCIO JR. (SUPERVISING MINISTER, Ecclesiastical District OF VIRGINIA): The inauguration of the district office, here in the Ecclesiastical District of Virginia, signifies the growth, the rapid growth, of the Iglesia Ni Cristo throughout the world. 

Well through the district office, we receive the various reports from the local congregations regarding the status of every local congregation, which in turn we would report to the [Church] Administration, and the [Church] Administration would have a better view or understanding of what may be going on in the district and in all local congregations, thus being more guided in what needs to be done in edifying and in strengthening God’s people. 

BROTHER ANGELO BRUNO: For Sister Melanie Inocencio, nothing could have prepared her and the brethren for what the overwhelming wave of emotions that this activity brought. 

MELANIE INOCENCIO (CHOIR MEMBER, VIRGINIA BEACH, VIRGINIA): I could tell that all of the brethren were feeling this collective giddiness to see how beautiful the office was. There was a buzz of excitement in the air, for sure, and we could tell that everyone was really excited to come into the building and to see how it has grown.

BROTHER ESTEBAN INOCENCIO JR. (SUPERVISING MINISTER, Ecclesiastical District OF VIRGINIA): Indeed, this is testament to the handiwork of God. God has made a promise to this last work of salvation. God will work and no one will stop this work that God continues to fulfill to the Church in these last days. 

And that is why we are thankful, grateful to the Almighty God for His constant blessings, His graces to the Church in its entirety, and of course, always utilizing the [Church] Administration in edifying, strengthening the church, making sure that all of us continue to do the things that please and give glory to the Almighty God.

BROTHER ANGELO BRUNO: From showcasing this newly dedicated office, to celebrating this milestone for the District of Virginia, members are inspired in furthering their services to the Almighty God through events like these.

BROTHER ANGELO BRUNO: From Norfolk, Virginia, I’m Brother Angelo Bruno for the Iglesia Ni Cristo News Network

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BROTHER TYLER WORTHEN: Congratulations to the Ecclesiastical District of Virginia. We look forward to future milestones and events happening in the region. 

Have you been part of a similar or milestone event? Let us know in the comments. 

Well, that does it for this episode of INC News World. Tune in every Sunday for new episodes on INCTV and every Saturday on our YouTube channel and on streaming platforms. 

I’m Brother. Tyler Worthen. Thank you for joining us. Stay safe and we’ll see you next time. God bless

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