By Ruben Balaguer – Olathe, Colorado… The Olathe Hispanic Adventist Church welcomed two new family members to the congregation on the first Sabbath since re-opening the church building, August 15.
Even though the building has been closed for several months, ministry and outreach have continued. Members have been gathering in the large backyard of a parishioner to worship and to hold Bible studies throughout the pandemic.
Carlos Carrasco, who has been studying the Bible with the church pastor, decided to publicly acknowledge Jesus Christ as his Savior and Friend through baptism.
Upon hearing of his plans, members began to make their own plans to reopen the church sanctuary to witness this important event.
Shortly before the baptismal date, Carlos’ wife Maria approached the pastor with a simple request–to be baptized beside her husband.
The congregation was surprised by this decision and expressed joy when they witnessed the couple declare their public testimony together accepting Jesus as their Savior.
–Ruben Balaguer is pastor of Grand Junction, Colorado Hispanic Church District; photo supplied
