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“Sometimes it is a journey that teaches you about your destination.”

Drake

Last year’s 40 Days: My Journey with God has brought me a lot of blessings. Amidst the height of the pandemic, it gives me hope that whatever happens, traveling with God matters most.

Almost a year had passed and Hope Channel South Philippines together with the Administrators of the Seventh-day Adventist Church in Mindanao has produced 40 Days: My Journey with God Season 2. It is still broadcast on Hope Channel South Philipines Channel 37 on GSAT Cable TV, Facebook page, and Youtube Channel with almost the same lineup of speakers and with the addition of Pr. Ted Wilson – the World Adventist President.

Just like season 1 – this journey comes with a module that will guide us through the series. It has some questions that will help us grasp the essence of the journey.

My family would like to invite you to join us on this journey even at the comfort of your home using your cellphones, laptops, tv sets, or even by listening to the live broadcast of 93.5 DXIM FM here at Butuan City and any Hope Radio Stations Mindanao Wide. The premiere will be on October 10-11, 2021 and the journey will start from October 12 to November 20, 2021.

I would love you to join us.

For more information, you may visit: My Journey with God’s official webpage or leave a comment below.

Recently, the Administrative Committee of Northeastern Mindanao Mission with the leadership of Pr. Max Dante B. Obbus has made an action and divides BNC Adventist District into two – Buenavista District and Nasipit-Carmen District. It was then later approved by the Executive Committee to finalize the decision.

The reason for this division is to create room for fast expansion of both districts as it has been observed that the leadership of the churches in these districts are very much capable to lead.

The Buenavista District was assigned to Pr. Louie C. Andrade covers the whole municipality of Buenavista that includes – the churches of Alubijid Adventist Church, Buenavista Adventist Church, Calcalon Adventist Church, Guinabsan Adventist Church, Jamboree Adventist Church, and Simbalan Adventist Church for a total of six churches.

The other half remains under the leadership of Pr. Meljoie R. Pepito which covers the municipalities of Nasipit and Carmen that includes the churches of Ata-atahon Adventist Church, Aclan Adventist Church, Cabagtukan Adventist Church, Carmen Adventist Church, Cahayagan Adventist Church, Hinandayan Adventist Church, Minbahandi Adventist Church, Nasipit Adventist Church, San Agustin Adventist Church, and Sta. Ana Adventist Church for a total of ten churches.

This is evidence of God’s providence and blessings – an opportunity for new leaders to lead and empower churches to grow spiritually. These districts are expected to grow both in numbers and in spirit.

Buenavista Adventist Church host the Minister’s Spouse Appreciation Day during the Sabbath School Program, which is initiated by the Women’s Ministries Department. The church is blessed to have the presence of Mrs. Ma. Dulce Jimenez – the Women’s Ministries, Shepherdess International Coordinator of South Philippine Union Conference (SPUC), and also the wife of Pr. Rudy Jimenez the Stewardship Director of SPUC, Mrs. Nympha B. Obbus – the Women’s Ministries, Shepherdess International Coordinator of Northeastern Mindanao Mission (NEMM), and the wife of Pr. Max Dante B. Obbus – the president of NEMM, Mrs. Tina Jimenez the wife of Pr. Roger Jimenez – the Stewardship Director of NEMM, and Mrs. Jezel Pepito – the secretary to the Stewardship Department of NEMM (my wife).

The wives are called in front to share their experiences, which triggers tears and laughter – reminiscing the trials, challenges, and blessings that they experienced in the ministry. “We heard your experiences and testimonies, and we thank you for supporting the ministers and for being a good example to the women,” said, Mrs. Eva Malaki one of the elders of Buenavista Adventist Church. The wives of the ministers received flowers and gifts from the Women’s Ministries Association of BNC District.

Pr. Rudy Jimenez preached the word of God. He explained the importance of being a part of the family of God. Six people accepted Jesus that day and become part of the family of God.

The Buenavista Nasipit and Carmen (BNC) District joined the Northeastern Mindanao Mission in the celebration of Family Life Month in February. The celebration includes:

• Family Life Seminar
• Family Visitation
• Family bonding Activities
• Cooking Demonstration

It is a program created by the Family Life’s Ministries of the Seventh-day Adventist Church in Caraga headed by Mrs. Marivic L. Saramosing – with the theme “Preparing families for Eternities” as part of the Discipleship Cycle program of Northeastern Mindanao Mission.

The seminar attracted families from the community. Mrs. Nenita Ano-os of Buenavista Adventist Church lead the cooking demonstration that promotes healthy food which is appreciated greatly by the participants.

The BNC District will always participate in the yearly celebration of the Family Life that falls on the month of February.

BNC Adventist District is hosting this month’s motor trail. It is expected to have at least a hundred riders coming from different parts of Caraga Region with the aim to explore and to help build a church.

The group will assemble at Aclan Adventist Church and will proceed to Salaysayan, Nasipit, Agusan del Sur for a one-day trail ride. The road is expected to be a rough ride with moderate to extreme terrain. Pr. Lolito Jun Mosinabre – the trail master of BNC will lead the group together with riders of BNC District.

What to bring?

• Motorbike/Gasoline
• Water
• Rope
• Spare Interiors
• Tools (by Group)
• Registration fee of Php 250.00 – this will cover your sticker and 3 meals

Trail Date: January 31, 2021
Assembly Area: Aclan Adventist Church
Breakfast: 6:00AM
Departure: 6:30AM

If you are interested to join contact your Adventist friends or Adventist pastors.