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On May 22, 1980, a historic day dawned in the quiet village of Kandanegedara in the Kurunegala District. Under the faithful leadership of Reverend Charles N. Jansz, the Christian Reformed Church opened a new chapter with the establishment of its church in this rural community. It was a day marked with joy, reverence, and a deep sense of anticipation for what God was about to do.
The opening service was unlike anything the village had witnessed before. All the pastors of the Christian Refo
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On May 22, 1980, a historic day dawned in the quiet village of Kandanegedara in the Kurunegala District. Under the faithful leadership of Reverend Charles N. Jansz, the Christian Reformed Church opened a new chapter with the establishment of its church in this rural community. It was a day marked with joy, reverence, and a deep sense of anticipation for what God was about to do.
The opening service was unlike anything the village had witnessed before. All the pastors of the Christian Reformed Church in Sri Lanka came together to stand in unity for this new beginning. Their presence symbolized not only support, but also the strength of the wider church family committed to spreading the gospel across the island.
From the early morning hours, streams of people made their way to Kandanegedara. Some traveled from bustling Colombo, others from the distant village of Kahatagasdigiliya, while many came from the neighboring regions of Makandura and Kandanegedara itself. The gathering swelled as families, elders, and children crowded into the simple church building, eager to take part in a service that would become part of their shared spiritual history.
Voices lifted in hymns of praise filled the air, blending tradition with heartfelt devotion. Reverend Jansz’s words carried hope and conviction, reminding the congregation that this was not just the opening of a building, but the planting of a seed of faith that would grow and bear fruit for generations to come.
That day, the church in Kandanegedara was not merely inaugurated—it was embraced by a community that recognized the presence of God among them. The spirit of unity, the overflowing crowd, and the faithful leadership set the foundation for a fellowship that continues to shine as a beacon of faith in the Kurunegala District.
