Dear friends in ministry
I write to inform you of the unique ‘Follow the Bible’ project as detailed in the news release below. As stated, the special Bible prepared for this project will be in Cyprus on Monday 21st September. The main event of the day will be the public reading of the Bible in Eleftheria Square, Nicosia, from 11.00 am till 12.00 noon, in which the Lord Mayor of Nicosia will participate.
I apologise that this information comes to you at short notice, but I would be grateful if you would mention the event in your church gatherings this weekend, and generally pass the word around to anyone you think would be interested. Anyone who would like to do so is welcome to participate in the public reading of the Bible on this occasion, either from the special Bible on display, or from their own Bible, in the language of their choice. It would be much appreciated if you are able to attend.
This is strictly not a denominational promotion event, but an attempt to draw attention to the Bible and encourage as many as possible to personally ‘follow the Bible’ – it’s wisdom and its teachings – more closely, for their own benefit, and the benefit of society.
Yours in His service
David Cox
(Seventh-day Adventist Pastor for Cyprus)
‘Follow the Bible’
Introduction
A unique “travelling Bible” written in 66 languages (one language for each book of the Bible) will be in Cyprus for one day only on 21 September 2009. This 7kg leather-bound Bible, measuring 46cm x 30cm, is also likely to be the most widely travelled Bible in the world, visiting some 150 countries during its 2-year global itinerary.
Cyprus Itinerary, Monday 21 September
The Bible will be touring various schools and public locations in Nicosia, Limassol and Paphos.
NICOSIA: At 11.00 am, the Mayor of Nicosia, Mrs Eleni Mavrou, will be present for the public display at the square leading to Ledra Street. Members of the public will be invited to participate in the reading of the Bible in the language of their choice.
Purpose
To encourage people worldwide, through a variety of public events, to recognize the importance of the Bible, and to make its wisdom and values a greater part of their lives, both for their individual benefit and the benefit of society.
Objective: to have the Bible read publicly by as many people as possible, in as many languages as possible, during its brief visit to the island.
Organiser
“Follow the Bible” is an initiative from the worldwide Seventh-day Adventist Church to encourage people to recommit to the study of God’s word.
The local church congregation in Cyprus meets every Saturday at St Paul’s Cathedral Hall, Nicosia, with other groups in Limassol and Larnaca.
For further information:
Pastor David Cox – 96440962
Alex Elmadjian - 96562755
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