Reflections from Romania

We hope to use this blog to keep you informed with what is happening with our ministry in Romania.

Monday, March 16, 2020

Coronavirus in Romania

Just like everywhere else in the world, Coronavirus is the main news here in Romania with well over 100 confirmed cases.  Saturday, Romanian President Klaus Iohannis declared a state of emergency in Romania beginning today, March 16, in order to release funds and streamline processes to slow the spread of the virus and keep the health care system from being overwhelmed.
Schools were closed throughout the country last week and public gatherings of any kind including in churches were limited to fewer than 50 people.  As of today, we are told that stores are closed with the exception of food stores, pharmacies and gas stations.  Citizens are asked to stay home.
Sunday, the Open Bible Church met and since many members stayed home, the attendance was under 50 people.  The service was streamed on Facebook and we focused on prayer for those affected by the crisis and on encouraging each other in the Lord.  After consulting with Pastor Simi, we decided to cancel the Inste meeting this week.
We are all doing well.  We know of no one affected here in Gherla.  The best news is that God is in control.  The Hungarian Open Bible Churches invited us a few weeks ago to visit them at the end of this month.  As of now that plan is still on, but we are keeping informed of news in order to change plans if necessary.  We pray for you in the US as the crisis there spreads and we ask you to pray for us, too. Please pray that the Lord will bring millions around the world to know him as Savior during this troubling time.
Update:  We just heard that Hungary has closed its borders to non-Hungarians.  We and our Hungarian friends are praying that the borders will be opened soon.

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