The candlelight vigil was dedicated to the people of Manipur who have been undergoing an unprecedented period of violence, hunger, and loss of lives.
[bsa_pro_ad_space id=1]Executive Secretary, ABAM, Rev. Dr. Mar Pongener, in his address said that though “physically we are not in a position to be with the people of Manipur but our prayers are sent as a symbol of support during their time of agony.”
“We, your brothers and sisters, assembled here to tell you that we are very much with you, and that our support and our prayers are with you.
“To the people of Manipur we want to assure you that there is power in prayer, Our God is alive, He is sovereign. No matter what, God is there to comfort us,” Pongener said.
He also prayed that in due course of time, the people of Manipur would see peace in their land.
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The ABAM executive secretary also informed that candlelight vigils were held simultaneously in all 127 Ao Baptist churches and 13 fellowships under the ABAM. “We feel you, love you and have a special concern for you and you are remembered in our prayers,” he added.
Among those in attendance were leaders from frontal civil society organisations including the Ao Senden, Watsü Mungdang, Ao Kakatshir Mungdang, All Ward Union Mokokchung Town, Mokokchung Town Lanur Telongjem, as well as other tribal unions, associations, and citizens from all walks of life.
During the vigil, the attendees were shown on the giant screen glimpses of the distressing situation in Manipur, serving as a reminder of the challenges faced by the people.
Prayers were pronounced, invoking hope, peace and solace for the suffering individuals and their families. The event concluded with the collective voices of the assembled crowd singing the timeless anthem, “We Shall Overcome.”