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Local Church
“Brother Jean” Aime Ratovohery, founding leader of the congregation, participates in a congregational conference to officially organize the first United Methodist church in Madagascar. Photo by the Rev. Gustavo Vasquez, UM News.

A snapshot of United Methodism in Madagascar
A delegation led by Bishop Joaquina Filipe Nhanala made a historic visit to Madagascar Feb. 21-28 to formalize the opening of The United Methodist Church in that country. During the service, the bishop confirmed new members, baptized 91 people and administered Holy Communion.
Bishops
Nearly 500 people gathered on Feb. 27 for the founding service of Ambodifasika United Methodist Church in Madagascar. The Revs. Machegane Face (with red stole) and João Sambô are followed by Bishop Joaquina Nhanala as they lead the processional into the church. Photo by the Rev. Gustavo Vasquez, UM News.

Bishop makes historic visit to Madagascar
The first United Methodist church on the island nation welcomed Bishop Joaquina Filipe Nhanala, who presided over the church’s first baptisms, Holy Communion and confirmations.

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