ABINGTON, Mass. , MAY 1_Over one hundred worshipers gathered Sunday April 25 to celebrate the first anniversary and thanks giving ceremony since the inception of ANTOR church. The celebrations were held at the church located on at the First United church on 10 Bedford Street in Abington, some 20 miles South of Boston.
The event attracted a battery of renowned Kenyan gospel musicians, who made the event, look like a gospel music extravaganza.
The hosts Pastor Philip and Anne Kihato expressed sentiments and gratitude that the church had witnessed the passing of a whole year, and he was optimistic it would continue to grow.
Among the visiting artists were Betty Maina from Delaware and Nancy Wanja from North Carolina. Wanja is a former frequent performer on the Joy Bringers show, a Christian entertainment program on the Kenyan TV. She electrified the faithful with her single hit Gweterera.
Local artists from Lowell who attended the event included Sarah Mbogo, Jane Munyua, Jayne Tinega, Florence Kimotho and Fideris Kuria. Others who performed included upcoming artists Peris Mbaria, who will be launching her new CD this Sunday at the CCF church in Lowell.
Pastor Daniel Rugumia
However, the music show was stolen by Caroline Kariuki and her husband, Gitau together with their five-year old daughter. During their time to perform, the trio replaced the traditional choir as they charged the air with their melodious voices.
The couple that will also be releasing their own duet CD next week at the same CCF venue took the opportunity to give a preview of their songs.
Rosemary Nyamoki, from Randolph and her young daughter also performed for the congregation.
During the event, Pastor Daniel Rugumia from Uganda asked worshippers to be faithful in all their works, adding that God will always see them though troubles.
Several other church leaders from various churches attended the ceremony including Rev. Charles Kihiko of Calvary Evangelical church in Lowell, Pastor Joram Karanja from the IFOM church in Braintree and Pastor Joseph Njuguna of Man of God Ministries(UK) among others.
Making some brief remarks, Rev. Kihiko congratulated Pastor Kihato for the hard work and persistency at building the church even during hard times .
The master of ceremonies was Rev. Joseph Nyamoki .
In a brief speech, the church pastor Rev. Kihato said that it was a great day for the church to witness the passing of a whole year. He was optimistic that they will continue to grow into the future.
Moving a vote of thanks, Betty Maina from North Carolina thanked all those who came to celebrate with the Antor church, saying that the church felt blessed to host them.
A sumptuous lunch was later served for the guests at a reception party in an adjacent hall within the same church compound.
Guests expressed satisfaction and well wishes for the young church.
The entire staff of Ajabu Africa.com also wishes the Antor church a happy one year anniversary and a bright future.
Watch Event Video
The Cake!
Guest Performers
Nancy Wanja, North Calorina
Sarah Mbogo, Lowell, MA
Betty Maina, Delaware
Florence Kimotho, Worcester, Mass.
Jayne Tinega , Lowell, MA
Peris Mbaria , Lowell, MA
Rosemary Nyamoki and daughter , Randolph, MA
Caroline Kariuki , Gitau & daughter , Lowell, MA
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