Fatshimétrie, July 2, 2024 – The youth of the 13th Baptist Community of the Congo River (CBFC)/Equateur-South were recently called to patience and trust in divine sovereignty, during a religious service marking the end of activities young people in Mbandaka, in the northwest of the Democratic Republic of Congo. During this event, Marcel Popoli, in charge of projects within the youth department, reminded the assembly of the importance of walking in the will of God, displaying patience as a fruit of the Holy Spirit.
Drawing on a passage from the book of Genesis, Popoli encouraged young people to place their trust in God and avoid occult practices such as corruption and fraud, stressing that patience and hard work will lead to results beneficial. He also underlined the idea that every Christian must be a good citizen, capable of providing positive solutions to their environment. Highlighting the central message of the event’s theme, “My youth in Christ announces the reign of God”, Popoli urged participants to be agents of transformation, capable of embodying Christian values in all spheres of their life.
The service was held in an atmosphere of fervor, with many young people from the community actively participating in this celebration. This meeting was an opportunity for everyone to remember the importance of remaining firm in their faith and persevering through trials, counting on the grace of God and putting Gospel values into practice. In conclusion, Marcel Popoli emphasized that spiritual elevation is not limited by earthly borders or material obstacles, and encouraged young people to persevere on the path of holiness and faith.
This meeting was a strong moment for the youth of the 13th CBFC, inviting them to deep reflection on their spiritual commitment and on how to fully live their faith on a daily basis. By emphasizing the principles of patience, integrity and hard work, Marcel Popoli gave young people a clear vision of what it means to be a follower of Christ in an ever-changing world.