Perhaps one of the most outstanding assemblies was that international gathering of delegates in January 1967, in São Paulo. Six of the directors of the Society’s corporations were present on this occasion, namely, Brothers Knorr, Franz, Henschel, Suiter, Couch and Larson. The Brazilian brothers were delighted to have them as their guests and to hear them speak on the program. The assembly place was the large Pacaembu Stadium together with the gymnasium behind it. What a contrast with the 1945 assembly held in the gymnasium when there were just 765 persons present! Now, for the public talk delivered by Brother Knorr through an interpreter, there were 46,151 enthralled listeners. His subject, “Mankind’s Millennium Under God’s Kingdom,” was interrupted by repeated bursts of applause.

How joyful the brothers were on this occasion to learn from Brother Knorr of the Society’s plans for the construction of a new branch office building in São Paulo! As Brother Knorr concluded his closing remarks and was leaving the platform the brothers and sisters took out their handkerchiefs and waved them. Many cried with joy and happiness for the blessings received at this spiritual feast. It was unforgettable.