🎉✨ Celebrating 150 Years of Legacy and Renewal at Lawes Memorial Church, Babaka Village! 🌟🏛️

7🎉✨ Celebrating 150 Years of Legacy and Renewal at Lawes Memorial Church, Babaka Village! 🌟🏛️
On Monday June 24th, 2024, the vibrant community of Babaka Village in Central Province came together to commemorate the incredible journey that began 150 years ago with the arrival of Rev. Dr. William George Lawes and the re-dedication of the beloved Lawes Memorial Church. 🙏🏽🎂
Rev. Dr. Lawes, a dedicated missionary from the London Missionary Society, brought light and faith to Papua when he arrived on November 21st, 1874, becoming the first European to settle in the region alongside his family. His mission touched many hearts, including those in Babaka Village, where he established a spiritual foundation on June 24th, 1876. 🌍❤️
In 1966, the community paid homage to this historic moment by christening their newly constructed church as the Lawes Memorial Church (LMC), a site of worship and unity that has stood the test of time. Despite facing challenges, including the rebuilding of the church in 1995, the spirit of dedication and resilience has always prevailed. 🛠️💒
After a year of meticulous restoration and expansion efforts, the Lawes Memorial Church shone brighter than ever during its re-dedication ceremony. It was a momentous occasion as Central Provincial Member Rufina Peter's generous donation of K55,000 was graciously received, ensuring continued support for the church's vital activities by event coordinator, Capt Lekwa Gure. 🤝💰
The festivities were graced by members of the esteemed Lawes family - Mr. Antony William George Lawes, Mrs. Roza Dubravka Lawes, Ms. Jacqueline Phyllis Lawes, and Ms. Margaret Louise Brodie - who joined the jubilant Babaka community in honoring this special milestone. Notable guests, including Acting Provincial Administrator Edward Kila, representatives from the United Church, and local leaders, also shared in the celebrations. 🎉🙌🏽
A highlight of the event was a poignant local drama that vividly brought to life Rev. Dr. Lawes' historic arrival and his unwavering commitment to spreading joy and hope in Babaka Village. 🎭🌠
As we embrace the past with gratitude and look forward to a future filled with unity and faith, let's cherish the enduring spirit of Lawes Memorial Church and the remarkable legacy it represents for Babaka Village. Here's to many more years of love, peace, and community! 📸✨🙏🏼
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