Monday, September 22, 2008

Shiloh Christian Fellowship Barotac Viejo 21st Church Anniversary

Last September 20, 2008, the Shiloh Family joined our church in Barotac Viejo to celebrate our 21st Anniversary of God's faithfulness.

We are thankful that God sustained us for the past years, though we faced trials and difficulties in our walk with God, He never left us and He made us conquerors. The church has started 21 years ago and is still growing and continuing to serve God and fulfilling what He has commissioned us. This year's theme is "Standing Firm on God's Eternal Word."

The Music Team led the Call to Worship with the song "I Stand in awe of You".

Scripture reading was lead by Vivian, reading from the Book of Psalms and followed by an opening prayer by Jeff.

"A Christian always has a story to tell," a story of how God changed lives and how God worked mysteriously in each one of us. Michelle shared her testimony of how God became her personal Lord and Savior. She narrated how she became a child of God and how God helped her get through life's hurdles and how God gave her the strength to endure the problems faced by their family. Most were teary-eyed or even cried with Michelle as she testified God's greatness in her life.

Our Pastor, Rev. Gunder Malan, welcomed the visitors from other Shiloh Churches. Pastors from other Shiloh Churches are there to join our celebration, some are from the other side of Iloilo like Miag-ao and Tigbauan, while others are from the Island of Guimaras. The Young People of Barotac Viejo gave a special number, singing the song "Who Am I" by Casting Crowns and interpreted into dance by Kristi and Lauren.


Praise&Worship was led by Glorry Mae together with the music team, Aaron on guitar, Edbarr on bass, Jeff on drums and Lauren on keyboards. The Awesome presence of the Lord filled the place, it was a great moment -- praising and thanking God for all His blessings. The speaker for the celebration is Bishop Oscar F. Sta. Lucia, the founder of Shiloh Christian Fellowship. Pastor Oscar talked about why we should stand firm on God's eternal word.



After the service everybody enjoyed a sumptuous lunch and everyone's fellowship.

The anniversary celebration was a success and we will continue to praise and thank God for His abundant blessings and goodness to our church. All Glory and Praises be to God!




*photos courtesy of Ruel