MONTEGO BAY, St. James:

Thousands are expected to gather at the Trelawny Multi-Purpose Stadium today for the 'District Convention of Jehovah's Witnesses', which follows a massive three-week effort to invite as many persons as possible to attend.

The convention, from July 6-8 and July 13-15, will be an educational event centering on the subject of how to follow Jesus Christ.

Opportunities

Organisers say it will afford opportunities to hear how others in the various parishes have been affected by Christ's example and teachings and, as a result, improved their family life, dealt with life's difficult problems, and drew closer to God.

Many local residents who studied the Bible will publicly symbolise their dedication to Jehovah God during a baptism ceremony on Saturday.

Programme sessions will start at 9:30 a.m. all three days of the convention. Admission is free and no collections will be taken.