Andhra Pradesh

Gospel preaching evokes a good response

VIZIANAGARAM: The Fort town witnessed a never before crowd at the preaching of the gospel that began at the Maharajah College Grounds on Friday night. The crowd braved the chilly wind and stayed till late night to hear evangelist M. Anil Kumar, son-in-law of Chief Minister Y.S. Rajasekhara Reddy.

The college stadium was decorated tastefully with green and red carpets in front of the dais. Chairs were arranged for the infirm and children in the front rows.

Amid floodlights and high-power amplifiers, Mr. Kumar detailed the revelation of the Christ and emphasised the importance of regular prayer. During his preaching, he stressed on love and belief in Christ and peace. He advised the gathering to do ones duty and stick to righteousness. Rev Paul Prasad, Rev Dev Prasad and others from local churches participated.

Media advisor T. Samuel said that Mr. Anil Kumar’s wife Sharmila and mother-in-law Vijayalakshmi would attend the preaching on the last day on Sunday.

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