The 14 members here are strong in faith in what Christ is doing in the Worldwide Church of God and want to work hard to promote the gospel, build the church and be financially self-sufficient in a few years. The growth is visible in maturity and in size not only in Antananarivo, the capital, but also throughout the island. My wife, Betty, was helpful to many women who are in contact with the church in Madagascar. Things are getting worse politically in Madagascar. President Albert Zafy is more isolated than ever.
Political factions are divided.
The cost of living has increased, and the population is poor. Many children are alone and homeless. They beg for money to survive and live under cardboard boxes. A few experienced some difficulty understanding doctrinal changes in the Worldwide Church of God, but today members are much more positive about the church's direction, and some are really enthusiastic. I gave two messages to members and Plain Truth readers here.