The Longsa Senso Moria Mission (LSMM) Repjenyuba & Sakusangba Memorial Complex, constructed at an estimated cost of Rs. 3.5 crore in memory of Repjenyuba and Sakusangba—the first to introduce Christianity to Longsa village in 1916—was inaugurated on Tuesday at Landmark Colony, Dimapur.
The complex was inaugurated by minister for Rural Development and SIRD, Metsubo Jamir, in the presence of advisor for Sericulture and Minority Affairs, Imkongmar, and Lok Sabha MP S Supongmeren Jamir. A dedicatory prayer was offered by Rev Süpongchiten, pastor of Longsa Baptist Arogo.
In his address, Metsubo Jamir emphasized the importance of gratitude, urging the gathering to remain thankful for blessings received. He highlighted Longsa village’s distinction of being home to two MLAs and a Member of Parliament, describing it as a rare achievement. He encouraged the youth to understand the origins and significance of the Moria Mission, noting that the newly inaugurated complex should be regarded as a blessing.
Advisor Imkongmar lauded the committee’s perseverance, stating that carrying out a project for 15 years was a remarkable achievement. He recalled the pivotal role of Repjenyuba and Sakusangba in guiding the community towards Christianity, and added that the complex would serve not only Longsa villagers but also the wider Ao community in Dimapur.
Lok Sabha MP S Supongmeren Jamir, in his brief message, called upon the gathering to uphold their faith in Christ with sincerity and to continue strengthening the Moria Mission.
The programme was chaired by associate pastor women, S Moala, with invocation by Home Missionary Tiayanger, and construction committee report delivered by convener Lipokmeren Jamir. Short messages were also shared by Tatar, Longsa Village Council, Noklenrenba, president, Longsa Gazetted Officer’s Union, Temsünüsang, and Addl Director, Food & Civil Supplies, Nagaland, I Anungba Sanglir. Vote of thanks was proposed by Mission Board member Yashikaba, followed by benediction from Senso Missionary L Mapukala.
According to information shared during the programme, the project was funded through voluntary contributions from villagers, with construction commencing in 2018. Revenue generated from the building’s rent will be utilized for mission-related activities.
