Cubao and Marikina Churches Update:
Last November 4, The Cubao held their Interview and Mailing Evangelism in Project 3 area where the house chapel is located. They left the leaflets at every door steps and mail box of every house they pass. They also interviewed some people who are willing to talk with them regarding the Word of God in the Bible. The brethren also invited some less fortunate families to be with them on December 10 for "Alis Lungkot…Bigay Saya" (remove loneliness…give joy). The brethren were able to invite forty two families who will receive goods, clothes and toys as well as Bible tracts and literatures.
We CARE seminar…
The brethren in Cubao held their We C.A.R.E. seminar last November 5. Brother Danni shared what he learned from the care group of Singapore brethren when he was invited last summer. He mentioned the role of care group in the physical growth of the church as well as in the spiritual growth of each member. He taught the purpose and structure of care group. He challenged the brethren to bring the Lord’s Church into higher level. Questions and answers were held after the lecture of brother Danni. The brethren will discussed more about having care group on their next church meeting.
1st FAMILY CAMP in Cubao… The Cubao brethren held their first annual family camp last November 11 at Antipolo City. It was a two-day camp that gives time for all to grow closer to God and be mature and have the mind of Christ. It was also a time for both men and women to have separate seminars after the family Bible study. Brother Clayton Harrell, a missionary in Cavite City was invited to be the guest speaker for joint Bible study. He spoke the importance and strengthening of family ties.
It was a night of bonding with one another as one big family. After the bonding and dinner the men and women separated for their spiritual food. Brother Marlo and Albert discussed about the importance of family in Christ and how the family become closer to God. After the lectures a workshop for all men was conducted by brother Danni. It was a different workshop that gave the men on how to make a short lesson that can be apply for the growth of the
family. Each of them is allowed to deliver their created lesson for ten minutes. The feedbacks among all men are good and they all like the workshop.
For the women, sister Pinky, sister Nancy and sister Connie were the speakers. They discuss the different topics on the ladies theme for family camp "Strengthening Your Grip on the Family."
PARENTS DAY AT MARIKINA…
It was a wonderful afternoon for Parent’s and kid’s at Marikina chapel. The Marikina brethren held their parent’s day in order to give chance to know what their kids learned on Sunday class. The parents and kids were given a time for bonding and fellowshipping with one another together with Marikina brethren. Brother Danni is the main speaker during the gospel meeting held for the parents. He spoke about on "How To Have The True Salvation From God."
After the lecture, the parents were given a form to fill up and write down the names of every member of their family and their complete address. It was also time to distribute claim stub for each family for the coming "Alis Lungkot…Bigay Saya" program of the Friendship Road Church of Christ in Marikina City on December 17. There are fifty eight families attended and the total numbers of attendees reaches one hundred seventy eight people (adults and kids). The brethren are so happy to see all the families which they prayed that all will receive and obey the Lord Jesus. Wichita Connection Update: This year has been a blessing for all of us as we continue to give God the glory and honor. A group of 7 members from the churches of Christ in Wichita is getting ready to go to the Philippines on February 12-26, 2007. The group of 5 people and their families, the Bible study group and friends met at our house on December 31st to send off Gabriel Yankey to do mission work in Ghana, Africa (Jan 2-Jan24) and we showed slides of the work in Africa and the Philippines. We had a good fellowship and enjoyed the food also. Please continue to pray for the mission effort in February. May the blessing of the Lord be with you in 2007.

Cubao and Marikina churches Update:
The Church in Cubao and in Marikina worked together in showing how the true servants of God serve the Lord with cleanliness physically and spiritually.

One of the happiest moments in the life of the father in prodigal son when his son went back to him. Last October 1 it was Danni's turn to feel that way when his only son, IDANN DE VERA told him that he wants to be baptized. Brother Danni was rejoicing upon immersing his son in water and he knew that the Father in heaven as well as thousands of angels were rejoicing. The brethren in Cubao and in Marikina praise God for this wonderful event in brother Danni’s life. They all shared happiness by singing praises to the Lord and thanksgiving in prayer.


Metrowide campaign…
The Taguig Church of Christ is this month's host for the Metrowide campaign held by churches of Christ around Metro Manila in order to promote unity among brethren in the mission of our Lord Jesus. The brethren held this monthly activity to help one another to propagate the Kingdom of our Lord Jesus. They invite people to have home Bible studies and enroll them to a Tagalog or English correspondence Bible lesson.
The brethren praise God over one soul who repented and obeyed God in baptism. Brother Akiles of Taguig baptized his student after the door knocking campaign. The church leaders also held their monthly meeting to discuss plans, activities for the churches of Christ and helping one another grow physically and spiritually. The leaders discussed the new format of radio program "Si Jesus ang Daan" (Jesus is the way) and how to encourage the brethren to support it financially. Brother Danni was assigned as chairman of collection committee for radio program. He was asked by the leaders to create a system on how the collections will work. They also discussed the National Evangelism Workshop Seminar this coming December 8 & 9. They agreed to send invitation by the first and third week of November Nationwide. The leaders also agreed to give the congregational support on or before the next meeting. They all agreed to help one another so that this nationwide seminar will benefit each congregation to enhance the programs and lessons of evangelism in the Philippines. The next meeting will be at Caloocan Church of Christ.
BIBLe STUDIES…
Brother Danni started teaching the Teens Bible study in Marikina chapel every Saturday at 1 p.m. before the IBS class at 3 p.m. There are eleven teens willing to know more on God’s Word. Brother Steve and sister Ging held the kids class also every Saturday.
CAMPUS Campaign…
Brother Danni, Steve and Joel went to Marikina College/High School and encouraged the students to study the Bible through home and correspondence lesson. It was a part of the program by the three brothers in bringing the youth closer to God. They also introduced the tagalog lesson created by brother Danni.
LINIS, GANDA PROGRAM…
The brethren in Marikina held their civic action program around the neighborhood of Marikina Church of Christ in Friendly village. They went out the chapel armed with broomstick and dust pan to sweep the streets around the village as well as the basketball court in order to show that the servants of God are really friendly and willing to serve. As they sweep the streets they also distributed leaflets inviting the neighbors to attend Sunday services. The kids also joined in doing the work and the happy faces continue to shine in each one of them under the scorching heat of the sun.
THANKSGIVING…
The brethren give thanks to the Lord for the second son of Brother Richard and Sister Catherine, who was born last August. They sang praises and offered prayer of thanksgiving to God.
Annual practical Christianity seminar…
The Manila Church of Christ held their annual Christianity seminar last October 31 & November 1. The theme this year was "PAGBABALIK TANAW" (Looking Beyond). The workers of Cubao and Marikina attended the two days seminar which discuss about the book of Peter. Brother Bob Buchanan, Felix Bravo, Ken Wilkey were the guest speakers. There was also a group inter action discussion every after lectures.


Muntinlupa Church of Christ Update: Please continue to include us in your prayer as we are planning to make some improvement in our young people’s activities so that they will be more active in the church. We don’t have youth minister so we help them plan for their activities. The youth have elected their leaders and had planned to continue their regular activities on Sunday afternoon like practice singing on four voices, teaching children and lords table for the ladies because we have divided the children to their age levels on Sunday morning. Leading Bible studies, song leading and delivering sermons for the young men. We also encourage them to invite their friends to join these activities to influence them to Christ. Then they go to the park to get to know each other more and enjoy each others company. We hope that this will develop them to be strong Christians and be of help in the church’s growth.

We are focusing more on Home Bible studies through reference from the members of the church and the campus ministry. Please see some of the picture of our Bible Study program.

I am happy to inform you that Charles Ray Gallardo, the second among our three children, 17 years old, who is studying full time in Philippine Bible College taking Associate in Theology speaks for the first time in the pulpit last October 15, which happen to be my birthday. He talks about the Potter and the Clay, God being the potter and Christians like clay in the hands of God. He hopes to finish this course then continue his studies in Computer.

The youngest among our three children Michael Gallardo, 16 years old who is studying Political Science at Saint Louis University in Baguio City and at the same time a part time student taking Associate in Theology in Philippine Bible College spent his semestral break here in Mutinlupa and delivered his first Sunday message on October 22 which coincidentally happen to be their mother’s birthday (Fe). He discussed about Staying Focus in Christ for Church Growth. Charles Ray and Michael are now back to school for the second semester classes.

My mother Josefina Gallardo who is suffering from kidney, urinal bladder and acute gout is still bed ridden. Aside from the medical expenses, she needs a wheel chair so we could move her outside to at least ease the pain of her sickness. We would appreciate if you could donate a little to buy her a wheelchair and her maintenance medicine. Right now we are working on requirement of the hospital so that she could avail of the Social Services so she could have discount on medicine and laboratories. Next week the Doctor on Cardio Vascular unit of NKTI will decide after we have submitted to her the results of the laboratories if she is ready for the operation. Any amount you could donate for her medical expenses will be highly appreciated.

God has open doors for us to show our faith to him in whatever circumstances we are in, He has given us the opportunities to do good to our fellow Christian in the name of Christ. Let us not be weary doing good for in due time we will reap what we have sown. God bless you all.

In His Service,
Greg Q. Gallardo Jr. Wichita, Kansas Update: We started a Bible study for Filipinos here in Wichita on November 3rd. These are mostly Filipino teachers that have been hired here in Wichita at the beginning of the school year. They were assigned in different schools in USD 259 to fill positions that are hard to fill. Northside church has been helpful in helping them out with their needs like furniture, clothing, etc. They are so happy to have Filipinos around to welcome them here. We want them to feel at home since it is their first experience with the weather and the culture. With the help of Mickey Saffell, member of Central church, and Gabriel Yankey, member of Northside church, the Bible study is really lively. Mickey is an excellent teacher! She uses a lot of visual aids which are very helpful and very informative. We are studying the timeline from Adam to the coming of Christ. We will be studying about the gospel soon. Gabriel has been so helpful in answering questions and teaching them as well. They are so willing to study about the Bible. Please pray for this effort. We can only plant the seed and let the Lord water it.

Cubao and Marikina church Update:
"I say to you, lift up your eyes and look at the fields, for they are already white for harvest." (John 4:35b). Planting the seeds of God’s Word to every heart of lost souls is a precious responsibilities and devotion in the Vineyard of the Lord. God needs more planters in order to bring much fruits.

Metro Manila Campaigns… The Church in Cubao and Marikina prayed together as they work hard in planting the seeds. They believe that God will water every seeds they planted.Another monthly Metro wide door knocking house-to-house campaign held at Las Pinas City. It was hosted by Church of Christ in Las Pinas. The brethren went two by two’s proclaiming the Gospel of Jesus to everyone in that part of Metro Manila. As the results, the Las Pinas brethren will need to follow-up the souls who show interest in studying the Bible and willing to worship the Lord every Sunday.
A monthly meeting of the preachers in Metro Manila was held after the lunch fellowship provided by the host congregation. The leaders discussed the upcoming National Evangelism Workshop Seminar on December. They all agreed to finalize the committee that will handle on specific task. The regular monthly agenda was also discussed by the leaders and talks more about developing every activity of the Metro Manila Churches of Christ. The leaders also try to figure out on how to encourage some of the preachers who are not participating in monthly activities in bringing the Churches of Christ into next level.
Bible Studies...Brother Danni started teaching the IBS course to some of Cubao brethren. The class started last September 6 and will go on every Wednesday afternoon before the midweek class. The course is designed for the brethren who wants to gain more knowledge and grow spiritually.
Brother Joel and Steve started the office Bible study in some of LOVE electronics branches owned by a brother in Christ. The have class every Wednesday, Thursday and Friday.
Brother Danni started new home Bible study in Quezon City. The class is held every Tuesday afternoon with three housewives studying the Bible with him.

I-Text Campaign…
The brethren in Cubao once again went to a busy streets of Cubao shopping area to distribute flyers of "I-Text Mo…Tanggap Mo" (Text your complete name/address and you will receive Free Bible lesson). It is one of evangelism works of the brethren here in Cubao and Marikina taking the advantage of technology thru SMS. People who receive the flyers and are interested to have the free Bible lesson reply thru SMS on their cell phones. There are souls who responded and they receive the lesson through personal delivery of the brethren. The brethren prayed together that God will bless their works and bring much fruits. They believed that their works are not in vain as God promised in the Bible. "IPIT" Evangelism Introduced…The brethren in Cubao and Marikina decided to do another method of evangelism in reaching the lost souls. It was called by brother Danni as "IPIT" evangelism. The system of "IPIT" evangelism will be done every Saturday morning at around 2 a.m. by brother Willie, an employee of LOVE Electronics Company. He will include the evangelism flyers upon inserting their company advertisement on Sunday newspaper before delivery to news stand in different places.

NEW BABES IN CHRIST…Five more souls were added by the Lord in His Church on the month of September. Last September 2, Vanessa and Eleanor Bacar decided to wash away their sins in baptism.
Last September 23, Nemia Alson, Maritess Gula and Marnelli Ducusin were immersed in baptism by brother Danni for the forgiveness of their sins. Brother Jess Montano helps brother Danni in teaching Nemia and Maritess every Sunday after worship service. Both of them are results of "I-Text Mo Tanggap Mo" evangelism campaign through constand sending of text messages by Danni. Nemia & Maritess attend Sunday services and study the Bible.
Marnelli Ducusin is a result of door knocking campaign in Marikina. She studied with Danni and Steve. She is now worshipping in Marikina . She was a former member of the Mormon church. The brethren are rejoicing for these new souls and pray that they will grow in their spiritual growth.

May our God bless us all as we continue planting the seeds of God’s Word in every heart of lost souls. Muntinlupa church Update: Thank you so much for your prayers James 5:16 tells us "...the effectual fervent prayer of a righteous man availeth much".

Month of September was filled with good and sad experiences for us here but with God’s blessings and guidance we keep moving for His glory.

One of the oldest members of church in metro manila brother Serapio Bravo, 98 years old was hospitalized and his family requested to have worship service in the hospital including the other patients within the room was listening to the message from the word of God, he recovered and was back to his house after more than a week’s hospitalization.
This is where we meet in Pacita Complex. It is the kitchen & dining room of a member of the church which we use as meeting place on Sundays. See the attached pictures.
Baptism...One happy moment we have here because sister Renaliza Deang accepted Christ through baptism on September 10, 2006 at Villalim’s swimming pool. She used to be one of my students when I was teaching in Muntinlupa Polytechnic College. She is 25 years old lady who works in an advertising company. Right now she is the only Christian in her family, some of her brothers and sisters are member of other denomination and her fathers is a catholic, we pray and are looking forward into having Bible studies with her family soon.

Wedding...Another happy event in young people’s life is getting married. Bro. Ronald Allan Padua and Sis. Emma Domingo exchange vows last September 16, 2006 at Malakha resort in San Pedro Laguna 2PM. It was a very simple wedding attended by their relatives and close friends but you can see their happiness in their big smiles. Ronald is an engineer working in semicon company Amcor Anam, while Emma used to work in that same company as an operator but has decided to take a break for their wedding. We pray for their marriage to be successful for the glory of God.

Sad event on September 28, we were hit by a super typhoon, it was very strong that Metro Manila was black out no electricity, water and telephone lines were down, streets were flooded, thousand families have either lost their houses or their houses were badly damages, Many big trees were uprooted. In fact in Muntinlupa we have no water and electricity for 6 straight days, mobile phones were usable only till the batteries run out, we don’t have electricity to charge our batteries, some establishments with generators really enjoys it. At this time of my writing some places in metro manila have no electricity but the major areas have been fully restored and back to normal business. In the provinces of Luzon specially in southern part, many places still don’t have electricity because they still have to raise those fallen electrical post, it may take a little longer, however the good thing is they will be changed by new and durable post which will last for a long time.

Another sad thing, my mother who was operated last year with kidney problem has been hospitalized again last September 25 still with that same kidney problem, she was hospitalized for 5 days and my dad and mom decided to go out of the hospital for a number of reasons and one of them is financial, the medical expenses in just a few days is already 35 thousand pesos, we could only help very little because we don’t have much in fact we barely have enough, I wish I am rich so that I can be of help financially. My dad had been a gospel preacher all his life, receives little support and no medical insurance of course just like many local gospel preachers here in the Philippines they wanted also to have such insurances in preparation when they grow old its just that they don’t have the money to pay for it. This incident actually makes me think about our own situation, no insurances in preparation for old age if ever the lord allows me to live long life, its not that we don’t like it but simply we cannot afford it. Right now my mom is at home and we hope and pray that the medicine she is taking would be right to heal her sickness. When we went to Bicol to visit them, along the way we see the effects of typhoon Milenyo, and when we get there and stay for a few days, there was not electricity we were using candle lights, however before we left for Muntinlupa about 80 percent of electrical supply in Daet has been restored.

The van that I am using in our Bible studies and church activities has been needing maintenance for a long time but I don’t have the budget for it, now its injection pump, battery and tires needs replacement, I guess we just have to keep using it until its not usable, the good thing is that in spite of these minor difficulties our congregation in Muntinlupa is doing good with God’s blessings, we just try to do what pleases Him with the hope in our heart that He will always be with us, be protected by His mighty hand and we will all be with Him in due time in His heavenly kingdom.

The Lord is using you to inspire us in many ways to keep us going, thank you and may our Great God continue to bless you always.

In His service,
Greg Q. Gallardo, Jr.