Question: Why did WLC abandon the First Visible Crescent method for determining New Moon Day in favor of the First Dawn After Conjunction method?
Answer: After much prayer and study, the WLC team came under the conviction that the first visible crescent method for reckoning New Moon Day was an error. The reasons are many and can be found in the link below. In this, as in all matters, it is all about the weight of evidence, the Bible being the supreme authority. Recognizing our responsibility to the world community, we do not take lightly this shift in reckoning. It is with a contrite heart that we repent of our error, and we humbly encourage all to prayerfully study this out for themselves. Praise Yahuwah for His mercy, patience, and longsuffering!