Brother Franz was the first member of the Governing Body to visit Tahiti, and the benefit of this visit and the convention is seen in the 15-percent increase in publishers for 1970. In 1971 a new congregation was formed.

BROTHERS KNORR AND FRANZ VISIT TAHITI

Then, the brothers joyously learned that Brothers Knorr and Franz would be visiting Tahiti as part of their 1975 world service tour. This was Brother Knorr’s first trip to Tahiti. More than 700 people were present to hear their encouraging talks. Brothers Knorr and Franz invited the overseers to meet with them and informed them that the Society was considering the opening of a branch office in French Polynesia! The surprised elders unanimously agreed that a local branch office was much needed, considering the extent of the territory.