Our God whom we serve who commissions us to bless all nations in His name is indeed the same yesterday, today and forever. He is s o v e r e i g n o v e r everything. He provides all our needs. He has blessed us continually so that we can continue to be a blessing to others especially in bringing the Gospel to the least- reached people groups of the world. We appreciate so

Our Need for Missionary Leaders: A Message from Bishop Reniel Joel A. Nebab

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Division of Missions Rev. James E. Quisquirin National Executive Minister (NEM), Division of Missions

News Flash:

Bishop Reniel &

Ana Nebab visit

the Napilas in

Poland

NEM Rev. James

Quisquirin

completes

Missions

Perspective

First of all, I want to commend the Division of Missions, under the leadership of our national executive minister Rev. James Quisquirin, for its groundbreaking efforts in reaching peoples in various fields with the gospel of our Lord Jesus Christ. Its efforts in reaching our brothers and neighbours not only outside of the Philippines, but also in difficult areas in our c o u n t r y , a r e characterized by a vision to see multitudes of people from every tribe, tongue and nation come to the saving knowledge of the Lord Jesus. It is my hope that

the efforts of this d iv i s ion wi l l be sustained and carried on until the return of Christ. And in so doing, I have a brief advice to them: Even among our missionaries, we need to develop key leaders who will take on the mantle of servanthood and commitment so that we do not stop in the middle of the battle and are found wanting by God. The development of key leaders in missions is crucial because leaders, not programs, carry the torch, light up the path, a n d s t a r t groundbreaking and

Blessed to be a Blessing:

A Message from NEM-DM Rev. James E. Quisquirin

much your continuous support through your prayers, finances and mobilization towards world missions. As a m i s s i o n a r y denomination, may we be more passionate especially in mobilizing churches in missions involvement thus attributing more glory to God. We hope that the approval of the CAMACOP National Board of Trustees (NBOT) that the last Sunday of each month be designated as

path finding endeavours that will produce clear a n d s u s t a i n a b l e highways that will result into decades, even centuries, of fruitful work in our mission fields. We need missionary leaders who have a pa s s i on f o r the unreached, perseverance in difficulty, and character to be firm when challenges come their way. I say passion, because these leaders must set aside as non-necessities other human desires, e.g. pleasure, that are not aligned with their primary conviction

Missions Sunday, will fuel an increase of missions awareness, m o b i l i z a t i o n o f m e m b e r s a n d deployment of more goers in the field. We thank God for the NBOT approval of the 4 units of tentmaker International Workers and one in partnership.

Last year, the Lord has allowed me the opportunity of visiting some of our International Workers

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Features inside

this issue:

The Thailand Call

2

Back to School for CL & MP

2

Finding Warmth in the Cold

3

Missionaries on Top of the World

3

Learning the Language of Love

5

Coming Soon: Baby Boy

6

Kairos is Now! 7

Victory in the Land of the Rising Sun

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The Thailand Call

“Pray for us that we

may proclaim the

mystery of Christ and

have the wisdom in

dealing with

unbelievers and that

we can make the most

of every opportunity.”

The Geradas &

Ms. Narciso

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"The Great

Commission is

not an option to

be considered; it

is a command to

be obeyed"

- Hudson Taylor

C L a n d M P(Cambodia) is praising God for the victories of last year. They also thank all of you for your prayers and support. “Makigalak po kayo dahil isang taon na p o a n g Y o u t h development Centre (YDC) noong November [last year] at kasama po kayong lahat sa patuloy na paglago ng gawain ditto. Ang investment ninyo po ay hindi nasayang,” says CL. Late last year, they were forced to vacate the place they were renting for the Center and find another venue. Praise God for His provision enabling the staff to prepare for the last quarter of last year, as t h e y p r a y e d ,

transitioned and made ready the place. After a long break, the YDC reopened with the students back for study. It’s hard to believe that the Center is one year now. Their ministry takes them to areas where God leads them. And they now have a ministry breakthrough among the Rugby boys.

In addition to the challenges they faced, last August, two staff members underwent surgery and two discontinued their work due to financial d i f f i c u l t i e s . Manpower and lack of finances are two main challenges they are

Back to School for CL* and MP*

confronted wi th . Unfortunately their small groups were discontinued and their fellowship center was closed.

D e s p i t e t h e difficulties, they were not without hope and trust in God. Through God’s sustaining grace the students have returned and their small groups have resumed. Now, they are so happy to see some fruit of their labor through the conversion of some Buddhist and Muslim Youth to Christ. To God be the glory!

Ptra. Beth Limare (IW in Thailand) has recently returned to Thailand after 1-year of Home Assignment and is back to her full-time teaching post at Northeastern Bible Seminary (NBS). This year is Ptra. Beth’s 28th year of ministry in Thailand, 18 years doing Administrative work with NBS. Ptra. Beth thanks God for the fruit and more fruit coming out of consistent, patient and hard work of many workers in this field. Their work at NBS continues to grow. The number of students is increasing. The NBS alumni are serving in numerous places in Thailand and Laos.

Rev. Joel, Milcah Gerada & Ms. Fely Jane Narciso (IW in Thailand): Despite Thailand’s economic boom, many are still in spiritual darkness. The Geradas together with Fely Jane are seeing answers to their prayers to reach those lost in darkness. New Thai contacts have responded to Christ in faith and are growing through attendance in a Bible Study. The desire to learn English in Thailand is in demand and so the ministry team are teaching this using Bible stories and lessons. Little by little the Word of God is penetrating deep into the lives of the Thai students.

Rev. Roland & Nancy Lumawag (IW in Thailand): Nancy is making a positive influence among the w o m e n i n th e churches and in the Bible school. She meets two faculties and some students for mentoring, prayer, encouragement, and book study. Roland is also meeting with one f a c u l t y f o r accountability and mentoring. They both meet with the students every morning for devotional are in-charge with the spiritual formation of the students. Praise God for 62 i n di v id ua l s wh o accepted the Lord

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*Note: Names &

places are changed

for security purposes.

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that men and women are perishing and need to receive the Lord Jesus Christ in a personal manner. Otherwise, these people will spend their eternity away from God’s presence. A true missionary l eader can not fee l comfortable and can not sleep well with this spiritual truth in mind. I say perseverance, because we do recognize that many hurdles lie on our way of spreading the Gospel. We are aware that many forces are battling for the soul of everyone. Satan is not happy when people groups come to know the Lord Jesus, and so he uses many instruments in attempting to foil our efforts. But we need men and women of perseverance, because they consider these hurdles challenges instead, instances of trusting our God, and opportunities for designing strategies that make us win!

Our Need for Missionary Leaders (from page 1)

And I say character, because leaders can not be without character. It is one ingredient in our lives that we need to take care of. Without integrity of heart, a Christian cannot lead. He has no moral authority to press forward. I say this with the prayer and humility to recognize that the Lord alone sustains us in our ministry. I also say this with the prayer that those who are in the field will be strengthened by the Holy Spirit to distance themselves from temptations that may lead to their ruin and downfall. The Kingdom of Heaven has been forcefully advancing (John 11: 12) and we must build on what our forefathers have done to grow God’s kingdom on earth. May our division of missions continue to expand our territories. May we find and nurture missionary leaders

who will leave us legacies to treasure and follow until the return of our Lord Jesus Christ. God bless the division of mis s ions , and the CAMACOP as a whole, of which we are a vital part.

“We need to develop key

leaders who will take on the mantle of

servanthood and commitment…”

Edmund & Laida Napila (Poland): It will be one year this month since Edmund and Laida arrived Poland. They arrived in the middle of the coldest winter for

the last 20 years last January. By God's grace they are coping and learning to be very creative with clothing to keep warm. SEND NCE, the Napila’s partner organization, helped make the family’s adjustment a lot easier. They are in the process of learning the language, connecting

with the people there and seeking opportunities for ministry .

J&CS* (Himalayas): International Ministry (IM) Workers Tourist visas in Nepal are only good for 150 days, i.e., 5 months. The J&CS acquired an internet café business for the purpose of changing their visa status from tourist to business. Business visas are good for 6 months and is 1/5 the cost of tourist visas. Let us pray that they will be able to complete the payment for the business.

Bishop Reniel & Ana Nebab visit the

Napilas in Poland

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JS immersed into Tibetan

culture attending the 75th

Birthday of Dalai Lama

List of CAMACOP International Ministry (IM) &

National Ethnic Ministry (Home Missions) Workers:

19) Rev. Rodrigo Ausan

20) Ptr. & Mrs. Cristopher

Barro (Grace) & Family

21) Rev. & Mrs. Nemesio

Barro (Luz)

22) Rev. & Mrs. Simon

Deguinion (Melanie) &

Family

23) Ptr. & Mrs. Frank

Juanitez (Lilibeth)

24) Ptr. & Mrs. Rogelio

Lasay (Rebekka)

25) Ptra. Dorcas Limpong

26) Ptr. & Mrs. Rolando del

Rosario (Maryjane) & Family

27) Rev. & Mrs. Steve Tao

(Marita)

Mongolia

28) R&MM*

Nepal

29) YA*

30) AC*

Palau

31) Ms. Adelaida Cabahug

32) Ms. Luz Gatdula

33) Ptra. Loregen Pearl

Invidiado

34) Ptr. Roderick Hope

Matab

Papua New Guinea (PNG)

35) Mr. & Mrs. Victor

Opungu (Ana)

Paraguay

36) Rev. & Mrs. Filomeno

Belen (Leonie) & Family

37) Mr. & Mrs. Victor

Tolentino (Cecil) & Family

Poland

38) Rev. & Mrs. Edmund

Napila (Laida) & youngest

son

South Africa

39) Ms. Lorena Cardenas—

scheduled to S. Africa from

Home Assignment by March

2011.

Thailand

40) Rev. & Mrs. Joel Gerada

(Milcah)

41) Ms. Beth Limare

42) Rev.& Mrs. Roland

Lumawag (Nancy)

43) Ms. Fely Jane Narciso

Cross-Cultural Ministry &

Advocacy (CCMA)

44) LAV*

45) RC*

46) EM*

47) RA&

*Names withheld for security reasons

Australia

1) Rev. & Mrs. Cesar

Mangohig (Aurora) & Family

Cambodia

2) Ms. EB*

3) Ms. CL*

4) Ms. MP*

Central Asia

5) D&KM*

Dubai

6) LL*

7) CN*

8) J&MO*

East Asia

9) T&VN*

10) W&HS*

Himalayas

11) J&CS*

Hong Kong

12)Rev. & Mrs. Ariston

Ansagay (Emelda) & Son

13) Ptra. Villie Gregorio

14) Ptra. Eppie Carol Ilidan

15) Rev. Ruth Tablada

16) Rev. & Mrs. Mark

Venezuela (Gladdie)

Japan

17) Rev. & Mrs. Angelito

Alid (Merlyn)

18) Rev. Harry Alinio

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Mr. AC: Nepal ( In Partnership) is working in Kathmandu minister ing through APC-Nepal among the Street Children in the city.

Ms. Lorena Cardenas: South Africa (In Partnership) spent the last year on Home Assignment (HA) sharing the missions challenge to a number of churches in Luzon d i s t r i c t s , t h e B i c o l Commission and Mindanao districts. She is preparing her requirements to enable her to go back by next quarter to S. Africa.

Rev. Ruth Tablada: Hong Kong (In Partnership IM Worker) recently received the ordination as conferred upon by Bishop Reniel Nebab together with the NEMs, including NEM-DM Rev. James Quisquirin.

Rev. Filomeno & Leonie Belen: Paraguay (In Partnership) The past two months, Lutchie, the daughter of Rev. and Mrs. Belen, together with her husband Toni Weins visited churches and fellowship groups to give

report on the Belen’s ministry. Thank you to all who hosted them.

Rev . & Mrs . Marcus Venezuela: Hong Kong (In Partnership) has already moved from Quarry Bay Filipino Alliance Church to Evangelical Community Church (ECC) taking the place of Fe Hernandez who has returned to the Philippines for good. Ms. YA: Nepal (In Partnership) had to exit Nepal in the middle of last year due to visa requirements. She is currently in the Philippines awaiting her

future plans.

Rev. Steve Tao: Japan (Tentmaker) is the new Team Leader for Japan Filipino Alliance Missions Team effective Jan.1, 2011. The Jan. 8

turning over ceremony was officiated by Rev. Harry Landaw, the Japan Alliance Missions Field Director.

Rev. & Mrs. Harry Alinio: J apan (Tentmaker IM Worker) was newly approved by the NBOT last November assigned to plant and pastor an Alliance Church in Yaizu City, Shizonka Ken, Japan.

J&MO & CN: Dubai (Tentmaker IM Workers) was also approved by the NBOT last November and tasked to H o l y J o y A l l i a n c e International Ministries in Dubai,

Ptr. Simon & Melanie Deguinion: Japan (Tentmaker IM Workers) started their fellowship on July 4, 2010 with 16 in attendance. After their initial meeting, 12 more people joined the fellowship which they have named, “The Church of Jesus Christ”.

Summary Updates of Other IM Workers

Ptra. Ruth Tablada’s

Ordination Ceremony

Ptr. & Mrs. Deguinion

with Rev. Quisquirin

Learning the Language of Love

R&MM (Mongolia) Year 2010 was another year of adventure for the R&MM family. They are currently in the process of learning the local language which is quite a challenge. “Learning the language is an act of love,” says their mentor. “Going through the trouble of l earning the l anguage demonstrates that we love the people enough to want to hear them and speak with them in their own native tongue.” In April, they end their daily classroom language lessons. God continues to give their

family opportunities to serve Him. RM serves in the leadership team at the Cornerstone Church for All

Nations (International Church) and helps to coordinate the Sunday Worship Services.

The Maraat Family

Jesus Christ. Last month 4 churches gathered for its annual Mahapawn Day (Missions Day). Thank God for the growing hearts of the churches towards supporting Missions. As a family, they are thankful that they are enjoying God’s blessing of good health, spiritual nourishment, and miraculous provision from Him. They thank the Lord also for seeing their two boys through this year’s first semester.

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Their own place for worship Spiritual growth of their members Continuous support for the

missionary work For the J&CS (Nepal) A pious Buddhists Tibetan family

from Ladakh that the Sarenas are in contact with; that God will open a way for them to share the Gospel. Wisdom for JS as he conducts

lectures on family values and Carol on being a good helpmeet among the Lhomi ethnic Tibetans. Wisdom, resources and creativity as

the Sarenas teach English to the Sherpa and wi tness to the newcomers. Opportunity to witness to their

language teacher about God’s goodness. She’s a former Buddhist nun devoted to her belief. Peace and order in Nepal. Their two sons and JS have coughs

and colds. JS also needs a follow up checkup for his operation last December. Please pray for God’s complete healing and provision. For the Geradas (Thailand) Spiritual growth for new believers,

Krataay, Nom and Prem. Pray that they will be able to stand against family pressure. For the new contacts who showed interest in the Gospel. Pray that a lady named Deng will read the Gospel tracts

For Missions in General: NEM-DM Rev. James Quisquirin

as he organizes and conducts Kairos Courses nation-wide. International Workers’ problems

in renewing visas and the costs. Greater harvest of souls amongst

the Unreached People Groups. Safety for IW travels and new

ministry opportunities. An authorized venue for worship

in the Middle East For CL (Cambodia): Openness of students to receive

the Gospel The young women released from

the sex trade Long-term workers Unity, love and wisdom among

the YDC workers Finances to sustain the projects

For the R&MM (Mongolia): That God will continue to help

them grow in our walk with Him and their relationship with one another. That next year they will be

granted a visa that would allow them to openly engage in ministry. That they will always be alert and

discerning of the enemy’s schemes. Pray for protection and victory over spiritual attacks. For the Del Rosarios (Japan): Wisdom in the studies of their

daughter Keziah Dara An interpreter for the Japanese

attendees

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"Prayer is the mighty engine

that is to move the missionary

work." – A.B. Simpson

The Opungus, Victor & Ana (Papua New Guinea) are in the Philippines at the start of this year expecting the birth of their second child by February. Ana saw her doctor and had an ultrasound. Her blood pressure is higher than normal and she's been feeling dizzy sometimes. Her ultrasound also showed that Ana has placenta previa, a condition where the placenta is covering the passageway of the baby. This will definitely

require a C-section delivery. Pray that Ana and the baby will stay safe and healthy. Victor is translating the book of Isaiah and is on the 28th chapter now. With your prayers and the help of the LORD, he has gotten this far. He also worked with one of the guys on the book of Exodus and have gone as far as chapter 8. They thank the Lord for His provisions in answer to our prayers.

Coming Soon: A Baby Boy for the Opungus !

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The Kairos Course is the main missions awareness, mobilization and basic training vehicle of the Missions Office. It is a 5-day, 9-session interactive course that goes back to the f oun da t ion o f missions, the Bible.

Through videos, readings, d i s c u s s i o n s , l e c t u r e s , worksheets, personal journaling, and prayer, the course underscores that we are all senders, mobilizers, welcomers, intercessors or goers in relation to world evangelization.

We praise God for the 18 Kairos Courses held and 8 Facilitators Training Courses (FTC) conducted last year. Six—hundred seventy four

participants finished the Kairos Course, and 295 for the FTC. Praise God for their encouraging response on how Kairos has blessed them and even transformed their missions perspective.

We thank God also for the 24 pastors and laymen who finished the Head Facilitators Training Course (HFTC) on October and November of last year. We have now a total 27 HF and one Course Coordinator,

Rev. James Quisquirin. Ptra. Beth Limare, one of the HFTC graduates plans to conduct Kairos in Thailand.

Last October 10, NEM-DM Rev. Quisquirin completed and is now certified as Teachers Trainer for the

Revealing His Glory (RHG) seminar. These are some comments from those who attended at the Metro Manila District Kairos last year:

“I feel that am just an ordinary believer but after attending Kairos,

my life is transformed by an extra-ordinary vision —of that of

being a world Christian.” —Ptra Phoebe Nuestro “Revolut ionary. Soul - s t irr in g. Powerful!” —Rev. Noel Manguhig “This course is excellent for outgoing missionaries. It is helpful for all CAMACOP churches.” —Rev. Dan Catural Victory in the Land of

the Rising Sun

Ptr. & Mrs. Rolando Del Rosario (Tentmaker IW in Japan): It is not easy working far from your own land. Challenges and difficulties can hinder if not stop the work altogether. The Del Rosarios thank God for the victories they are experiencing over the challenges of ministry. Ptr. Rolando is ministering to a congregation with a few nationals from Japan but most worshippers are from the Philippines. He and his wife is thankful for the prayerful support of the CAMACOP constituency.

to plan with them and help them in their leadership development program through seminars, and most of all, being there to listen to their concerns and encouraging them.

Let us therefore continue to work hard to live up to our God-given name, the Christian and Missionary Alliance Churches of the Philippines, for the glory of God, globally.

Blessed to be a Blessing... (from page 1)

Kairos is Now !

HFTC Participants in Butuan

Kairos Course-West Mindanao District in

Ankla, Zamboanga Del Norte

"The gospel is only good

news if it gets there in time."

— Carl F. H. Henry

Ptr. & Mrs. Rolando

Del Rosario (Japan)

13 West Capitol Drive

Bo. Capitolyo, Pasig City, Metro Manila

Philippines

Phone Nos.: 635-2259

631-7947

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CAMACOP

The Alliance: Doing the Mission Together

Note: The majority content of this newsletter are excerpts from the IM Workers’ update. We have more updates than can be printed in this newsletter, so for the sake of space and clarity, some material were edited while others were not included altogether.

If you wish to receive the complete IM Worker’s updates and prayer requests reaching the Missions Office, please send us a note or message via email, call or text:

camacop.dm@gmail.com

Rev. James Quisquirin 0908-8917307 / 0922-8654380 Rev. Benji De Jesus 0917-5932558

Missions FYI Missions FYI Missions FYI

various districts will be scheduled throughout this year. Check the CAMACOP website for these schedules. R H G T e a c h e r s ’ Training and Seminar Presentation Rev. James Quisquirin praises God for the opportunity of being trained and certified as Teachers’ Trainer last Nov. 10. With this he can teach others to present the seminar. So, pray that there will be more RHG presentation in all our churches. NEM Rev. James Quisquirin’s Trip to Palau Missions head, Rev. Quisquirin was able to visit Palau from Jan. 7 -

27 to conduct a Kairos Course and Revealing His Glory Seminar among the church leaders. He has also met with IM Worker, Ptr Hope for ministry strategic planning, and ministry consultations. A PAC Emerg in g Leaders Summit During the APAC C o n f e r e n c e i n Indonesia last year, it was decided to have an Emerging Leaders’ Summit in Thailand on July of this year. Each APAC country is encouraged to send at least ten youths to this Summit. We therefore are looking to send 10 youths 24-35 years old who have a burden for missions.

The Missions Theme for this year 2011” “The Glory of God: The Reason for Missions” Las t Sunday as Missions Emphasis Sunday The NBOT has a p p r o v e d t h e recommendation of B i s h o p N e b a b declaring every last Sunday of each month as Missions Emphasis Sunday in order to create more missions awareness among our members. Pray for fruitful and significant result of this monthly missions activity. Kairos Courses and Facilitators’ Training Courses for 2011 Kairos Courses in

PrayerLines... (from page 6)

For God’s provision and wisdom on managing finances. For the past 6 months, their expenses was bigger than their income.

For Ed and Sue Danneker who are on home assignment. Pray for protection as they visit Churches in America.

that were given to her. For strength, wisdom

and unity among us, as a team: Joel and Milcah Gerada, Fely Jane Narciso , Somkhit and Suda Tonnguen.

"Missions is the overflow of our delight

in God because

missions is the overflow

of God's delight in

being God." --John Piper

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