Welcome to the Philippines' Updates
Thank you for taking the time to read about and pray for Team Philippines!
Parents—thank you for supporting your children and encouraging them to want to serve God with their lives. We’re privileged to work with your children and see them grow for God’s glory.
Givers and prayer warriors—thank you for making an eternal investment in the lives of our team members and those they witness to.
We’re grateful for your prayers and support as we experience God’s abundant blessings amidst the many challenges of missions work.
You’ll find that updates are listed with the most recent posts at the top of the page. You can scroll down to see older updates.
Saturday—Payatas
Saturday, we went out with some of the Bible students from Bethesda Baptist Church and did several Bible clubs and feedings in Payatas. Several of the girls shared their Bible stories and everyone got to help feed the children. Each child would bring a container for...
Thank You
Thanks, YOM Team Philippines from Pensacola Christian College for being a blessing again to our church and children's home. It is always an honor to host this godly group of students and staff. Galatians 6:9King James Version (KJV) And let us not be weary in well...
Friday—Schools and Concert
Friday we had the opportunity to visit two public schools in Payatas and give out school supply packs. We enjoyed singing songs with the children and using the wordless book bracelets to tell them about the Gospel. Friday night, we held a concert at Open Door Baptist...
Thursday
Thursday was our second day in Antipolo. We started the day by doing two more Bible clubs and basketball games. Many children came out and enjoyed hearing the Bible stories and playing games with us. After the Bible clubs, we went back to the church to rest for a...
Monday and Tuesday
Monday morning, we were able to spend a few more hours with the kids from Subic Bay Children's Home. We enjoyed going to a local park and playing with them as well as having pizza for lunch. When we got back to the children's home, we had a meeting with the children...
Wednesday
Today was our first day in Antipolo with missionaries Chris and Ivey Hurst. When we arrived in Antipolo, we began passing out tracts and inviting people to church. The street we were on is one that Catholics use each year during Holy Week to get to a statue of Mary....
Sunday—Church Services
We held three different services today at different churches. We started this morning with Sunday school and church at Subic Bay Baptist Church. Several of our team members helped in the children's classes, and many others did special music for the service. Zeek...
Friday Family Fun Night
Today started with our basketball clinic at a basketball court in the middle of Olongapo City. We had about 40 players attend the clinic. The clinic helped the players practice their basketball skills and also hear the Gospel. This afternoon, our team played against a...
Thursday—Hospital, Basketball Game
Today, we visited one of the hospitals here in Olongapo City. Part of the team went around singing to and praying with many of the patients. The other part of the team passed out tracts and witnessed to many people outside of the hospital. We saw a few more souls...
Wednesday—Medical Clinic
Today was a busy day for us in Subic Bay. We started this morning with our medical clinic. Several of the nursing students were able to treat patient's needs by giving wound care and antibiotics to over 150 people. Thank you to those of you who donated supplies for...
Tuesday—Prison Ministry/Mayor’s Office
Today, we had the opportunity to hold a church service at the local prison in Olongapo City. Many of the team members were able to experience riding in a jeep nee, the common mode of transportation in the Philippines, as we traveled to the prison. When we arrived at...
We Made It!
After a long few days of traveling, our team has safely made it to the Philippines. Thank you for your prayers. Today, we are enjoying time with the children at Subic Bay Children's Home and are resting so we are prepared for our busy days ahead.
Calendar
Check out our team schedule and pray for us as we leave to serve the Lord in the Philippines. Pray that we can make every moment count for His glory.
Team Testimonies
AMY BETH WALKER What touched my heart the most this year was the faithfulness of those in the ministry. The missionaries gave of their time, love and money to serve and seek souls day in and day out. During one of the feeding ministries, I had the opportunity to watch...
Going Home
We have thoroughly enjoyed our time in the Philippines. We have loved getting to know the people and the culture here. God has greatly blessed us, and we have seen many souls saved through the work that He has allowed us to do. Our hearts have been challenged by the...
Schools/Fellowship/Concert
Friday morning, we had the opportunity to visit another school in Payatas. At the school, we sang songs with the students and shared with them how they could know for sure that they are on their way to heaven. At this school, we donated 500 school supply packs for...
Basketball Clinic/Orphanage
Yesterday, we were able to have a basketball clinic with Dr. Tulabot. About seventy people came out to the clinic, and several raised their hands for salvation after the devotional time. We praise the Lord for how He worked. We were also able to spend time with some...
School and Youth Pastor’s Conference
On Monday night, we packed 500 bags of school supplies for students at a public school in Payatas. Tuesday morning, we had the opportunity to visit the school and share God's Word with the students. We also were able to hand out the school supply packs. The children...
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