Pilgrimage To Bagan Datoh Church
Even though, there are not many members in Bagan Datoh church today. Many have moved to bigger cities for better opportunities. But the members have not forgotten their roots.
Every year at least once (New Year’s Day), many of them would gather to celebrate the New Year. Members believe in a special blessings to start the New Year in Bagan Datoh Church. This New Year gathering tradition is still observed.
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