Jehovah’s Witness hold virtual conference

THE Jehovah’s Witnesses has yet again moved its annual in-person event to a virtual event in compliance with World Health Organisations’ Covid-19 regulations.

The move results in the cancellation of nearly 6 000 conventions in 240 lands.

In a statement released yesterday, the Jehovah’s Witnesses said, “For many years they have been streaming into their Assembly Halls, public schools and other rented venues around the country such as the Zimbabwe International Trade Fair (ZITF) to enjoy their annual three-day convention.

“The continued risk of bringing thousands of people together in cities around the world prompted the organization to opt for a virtual platform for the second consecutive year. However, the move has not curbed the enthusiasm for the annual event. Congregations around the world are inviting the public to join them in this historic occasion.”

The global event running under the theme “Powerful by Faith!” will be delivered in more than 500 languages to households throughout the globe over six weekends from July to August, uniting between 15 to 20 million people in about 240 countries.

Jehovah’s Witnesses National Spokesman John Hama Hunguka said the 3 day event will be delivered in 500 languages

“The convention will typically be held from Friday to Sunday and the program will be available in six instalments corresponding to morning and afternoon sessions. Friday morning’s session will be available for streaming or download beginning June 28, 2021.”

“Satan has scored an own goal with COVID-19 as more people are now attending spiritual programmes in the comfort of their homes.

“Faith has helped our global brotherhood to continue to thrive. even during a pandemic and our faith will continue to unite us in worship — even virtually — as millions gather in private homes around the world to enjoy a powerful and inspiring spiritual programme,” he said

The church inviting people to attend the event by going to JW.ORG on the web or JW Broadcasting on the free JW Library iOs or Android App, or on streaming platforms like ROKU TV, Apple TV, and others. The program is free and accessible to all.