Rayner, have served. David Rayner from Greenmount , although not a student minister, many times fills in - a fine example of witnessing his love of Christ. For many years the O'Leary Church of Christ people knew that they must expand if they wanted to grow. Serious thought was finally given to this matter at the annual church meeting in January 1988. It was decided that renovation begin with Reginald Gallant in charge of construction. The work began in February. The walls in the upper part of the church were taken out, ceiling raised, and a stage con¬ structed. The basement is now being used for classrooms. New carpet was laid in the upper part of the church. The basement renovations were completed by volunteers from the Church who gave so willing¬ ly of their time and talents. The newly renovated building provides more space for Christians learning about the gospel of Jesus Christ. So, the "Venture for Christ", which had begun in 1969, is alive and well in 1992. CHURCH OF NAZARENE Church ofNazarene A young couple from Alberton , whose last name was Oliver, rmoved to the United States to work. However, they did not stay more tlhan a few years because they longed to be back home on the Island wvith their family and friends. While they were living in the States, trhey joined the Nazarene Church in Worcester, In 1917, they 65