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6. Letters of Congratulation

Asian Church Women’s Conference

A Message
For the 40th Anniversary of Hong Kong Christian Council

On the occasion of this very special Celebration of the 40th Anniversary of
Hong Kong Christian Council, we, Asian Church Women's Conference
President
Mrs. Monika Mannan (ACWC) are pleased to send our greetings to you. On behalf of ACW C, thus
St. Thomas CKurch we are extending our heartfelt congratulations to you and all the members of
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Dhaka, Bangladesh Hong Kong Christian Council on this happy festivity of the 40th year of
growth and development.
Vice President
Mrs. Navamani E. Peter
H. No. 107, Forty years, in a way can be a very young age in Asia in comparison with
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very young and in this period, we grow up. From 40, we are becoming
Secretary
Mrs. Margaret Napier mature and in this stage, we enjoy the adulthood of our age. During the 40
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years of the faith journey of the ecumenical movement in Hong Kong, it was
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not easy and smooth only. I am sure you did have some thorny, rocky and
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rough courses, yet we know you were not alone. God was with you and even
Treasurer
Mrs. Yoko Sugimori carried you when you were too tired to walk alone.
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Therefore, it is a time to be grateful to God through Jesus Christ. This is a
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time of thanksgiving indeed.
Executive Member
Mrs. Ruth Harwood
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visions, hopes and dreams for the future.
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Executive Member Especially, in 1997, Hong Kong shall be returning to Chinese sovereignty for
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which many people are uncertain about their future. But we want to
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^ 07-99, Singapore 1852 encourage you, "Fear not, for God is always with you." For forty years, God
was with you and again the same God will lead you and empower you. Hong
Executive Member
Mrs. Woranut Pantupong Kong Christian Council perhaps is existing to be the prophet of this time for
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Hong Kong people. You will serve as peace-makers, you will be bridge-
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Bangkok 10250. Thailand makers in between; you will help to bring reconciliation for all people; you
will restore freedom and justice.
Executive Secretary

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We pray that God gives you strength and power to do your ministry. May
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Ms. Eunice Kim
Executive Secretary
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