Although exact figures were not available, the Memorial was commemorated “by a goodly number,” reported the 1958 Yearbook, and “the Albanian brothers are still preaching.”

Although a few feared losing their jobs and compromised, a solid core of loyal brothers observed the Memorial in 1959, and many brothers and sisters were still preaching fearlessly.

Then, in March, John held the Memorial in Tiranë at the home of Leonidha Pope with 37 present.