One of our churches in a remote part of the Pilbara region has reopened after 15 years, as the gospel expands in the North West.
Christians living in Onslow rejoiced at the news that, after major repairs to restore the building, ministry would begin again at St Nicholas’ for the first time since May 2004.
Local resident Jo Yates exclaimed: “We are all encouraged to get the roof of the church rocking and let it be seen that our church is being used.
“I am excited that community members will see people meeting to listen to God’s word. I pray this will bring hope to our community and encourage others to seek out the Lord,” she said.
The plan is for the Exmouth Minister to make the eight-hour return journey by car once a month to lead a service, disciple believers and meet with locals over two days.
During Covid-19, Revd Kees and Cindy Bootsma visited and threw open the doors virtually. They set up the Exmouth-Onslow Anglican Church so believers from both towns now fellowship online together.