Bishop’s Farewell

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Before leaving Singida, we made a visit to Bishop Hilinti’s office to report what we had seen and experienced in the Central Diocese of the ELCT. It was a very good meeting, especially because Mark and the Bishop have been long time friends. This relationship goes back to Mark’s visit in 2007 when Hilinti was a relatively new pastor. Also Pastor Glenn learned that the Bishop not only blessed his recently translated book, but it had been highlighted at the recent ELCT bishop’s conference. We are thankful for our partnership and so happy to have met in person once again. 
 

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