Gaining independence from Russia in 1991 did not improve the nation's economy or curb crime and corruption. Yet, with government restraints lifted, the number of Pentecostal worshipers has quadrupled to 28,000 people in 200 churches. The Pentecostal church in Moldova, a country of 4.4 million, has grown under a plan developed by Pavlovski. On Sunday evenings, entire congregations travel to unreached neighboring communities for services. Twenty groups from Pavlovski's church, Emmanuel Pentecostal Church in Chisinau, have visited 20 villages on Sunday nights.
Every member is involved, with various people preaching and leading worship.
The U.S. Assemblies of God sent its first resident missionary couple, Garry and Sheryl Menke, to Moldova a year ago. Reprinted with permission from AG-News. Reprint Permission for Christian Daily News Christian Daily News may be redistributed in its entirety for non-commercial purposes. We welcome and encourage your contributions and donations to help further the ministry of Christian Daily News and Christian Word Ministries . You must include your e-mail address and contact information.