LIFE STORY/AS TOLD BY MARCEL GILLET - CUBA OPENS UP

 During the 1990's, I worked along with Brother Philip Brumley, from world headquarters, and Brother Valter Farneti, from Italy, to secure greater religious freedom for our brothers in Cuba, where our Christian work was restricted. I wrote to the Cuban embassy in Belgium and then met with an official appointed to handle our request. During our first meetings, we made little progress toward resolving the misunderstandings that led to the restrictions. 

After seeking Jehovah's direction in prayer, we asked for and received permission to ship 5,000 Bibles to Cuba. The Bibles arrived safely and were distributed to the brothers, so we concluded that Jehovah was blessing our efforts. We then sought permission to send 27,000 additional Bibles. This too was granted. Helping our dear brothers and sisters in Cuba to have a personal copy of the Bible gave much joy.

I have visited Cuba on many occasions to help improve the legal situation of our work. In the process, I was able to establish good relationships with government officials.

Next time: LIFE STORY/AS TOLD BY MARCEL GILLET -ASSISTING OUR BROTHER IN RWANDA

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