Adventist Leader Emphasizes Spiritual Purpose of Church Construction

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In Short: Adventist Review reports that a church building serves as a permanent center for evangelism, worship, and community, fulfilling an essential role in the church's mission.

Adventist Review reported that a church building can serve as a permanent center for evangelism, worship, and community service, fulfilling an essential role in the church's mission, according to Beltran.

Beltran explained that a church building is necessary for the church to fulfill its mission, providing a physical space for worship, small group meetings, and fellowship for lonely individuals.

He also highlighted the importance of mission infrastructure, noting that the construction of new church buildings is crucial for the church's growth and outreach, especially in areas where new members are establishing communities.

At a meeting at the regional church headquarters, the discussion centered on the opportunities for lay-led supporting ministries that build churches, schools, and dig water wells around the world.

Beltran encouraged the attendees, stating, 'You are the answer so we can move forward in fulfilling the church’s mission in the South Colombia Union.

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“Construction had a spiritual purpose,” Beltran said.
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