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(2, 3) The current branch, dedicated on November 20, 1999

By 1990, it became evident that bigger facilities were necessary, and efforts were made to find a new location on which to build, all without success.

During November 1998, a decision was made to buy an existing building and convert it into branch facilities. The brothers decided on an apartment complex conveniently located on the street called Seroe Loraweg, just outside of Willemstad. On December 4, the purchase was made. The speed and ease with which everything took place assured the brothers that Jehovah was blessing the effort, in harmony with Psalm 127:1. The renovated buildings are attractive and comfortable and are serving to bring honor and glory to Jehovah’s name.

On November 20, 1999, the dedication of the new branch was held in the branch courtyard, and 273 were present. Gerrit Lösch of the Governing Body quoted the prophet Isaiah to show how the new buildings would be used to serve Jehovah’s grand purpose. On the following day, 2,588 attended a special program at the sports stadium, and for many, this was the highlight of the 2000 service year.