Ketvirtadienis, 22 Gruodis 2011 19:03 |
The Evangelical Reformed community in Klaipeda has a lovely tradition to stay in the congregation and have a cosy talk over a cup of tea after the service instead of going away immediately. It is meaningful not only to pray together but also to share the thoughts about life after having discussed the general issues related to church life. Spending time together on December 4 was not an exception. Perhaps it was a bit sadder than usual but only slightly because the feeling of separation did not affect the warm communication while saying goodbye to our friends.
The Brycko family are leaving for California. The lecturer of Lithuanian Christian College Dariusz, his wife Brooke and their little son Levi are leaving Klaipeda and Lithuania. They have become a part of our congregation and very close people to all of us. Despite thousands of kilometres separating us our friendship and enjoyable reminiscences will always be in our hearts. It was delightful to spend one more afternoon together remembering all the precious moments spent in our community. Priest Tomas Sakas made a farewell speech wishing God‘s blessing and gave presents which will remind our dear friends of our small congregation and the Evangelical Reformed Church of Lithuania. Although it was sad to say goodbye we are glad and thankful for God‘s grace to get to know each other.
Neilas Čijunskas
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