350 Inmates Find Solace in SULADS Sulu Cluster’s Jail Ministry

350 Inmates Find Solace in SULADS Sulu Cluster’s Jail Ministry

350 inmates received hygiene kits, prayers, and songs that uplifted their heavy hearts during the Jail Ministry conducted by the SULADS Sulu Cluster volunteers on November 15, 2024. Socio-economic Uplift, Literacy, Anthropological, and Developmental Services (SULADS), dedicated to reaching and serving unreached communities while establishing friendships and strong connections, has initiated this project to extend…

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Wellness Center: From a Vision to Reality

In Upper Sinumaan, Talipao, Sulu, a humble bamboo structure, known as the Wellness Center, is emerging as a beacon of hope and healing. This two-story facility, born from a vision inspired by faith and perseverance, serves the community by addressing their health challenges with care, unity, and collaboration. The health and well-being of the Upper…

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Volunteer Teachers and Sama Badjau Students Perform Simunul Hymn at Sheikh Karimul Makhdum Day Celebration

SIMUNUL, TAWI-TAWI—On November 7th, the Muslim Community in the Philippines celebrated the Sheikh Karimul Makhdum Day to honor the legacy of Sheikh Karimul Makhdum, the Arab missionary who introduced Islam to the Philippines and established the country’s first mosque in 1380 in Simunul, Tawi-tawi. The celebration was attended by distinguished guests from the National Historical…

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Caravan for Mission 2024 brought over 1,000 souls to Christ through Baptism

The union-wide initiative Caravan for Mission 2024 carried the transformative message of the Gospel to 24 venues across the Zamboanga Peninsula Mission (ZPM) territory through nightly evangelistic meetings. The Caravan shared messages of hope, healing, and salvation, reaching thousands in communities across the region. Organized and led by local districts and church care groups, with the support…

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From Conflict to Care: How SULADS-AMR Volunteers Are Transforming Healthcare in Sulu

SULADS and AMR volunteers have been providing medical and health services to the people of Sulu since 2021. They visit homes to spread messages of health and hope, offer free health services, including minor treatments, advice for managing illnesses, and medication. Sulu, one of the poorest provinces in the Philippines, struggles with problems like a…

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A Wave of Hope: 112 Souls Embark on a New Journey in Christ at Talinga, Bacungan, Zamboanga del Norte

The rain fell softly on the waters in Talinga, Bacungan, Zamboanga del Norte, a gentle backdrop to the true radiance that emanated from the hearts of 112 individuals gathered there on October 12, 2024. This was not just any gathering, this was a celebration of new life, a testament to the transformative power of faith,…

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Gift Giving at Salug District Jail Uplifts 116 Inmates with Hope

Salug, Zamboanga del Norte — Inmates at Salug District Jail were recently uplifted through a meaningful gift-giving event, marking the 28th day before the concluding week of My Journey with God Season 5, a spiritual program led by the Southwestern Philippine Union Conference and Southeastern Philippine Union Mission. The outreach was spearheaded by Mrs. Sharon…

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Volunteers Transform Waste into Organic Garden While Teaching Sustainable Gardening Practices to Sama Bajau Residents in Bagid

SULADS-AMR volunteers promoted sustainable food production in Bagid, an isolated area on Simunul Island, by turning discarded materials into an organic garden. Launched in August, the project addresses poor living conditions stemming from a lack of education on maximizing natural resources. The volunteers not only established this organic gardening initiative and addressed these issues but…

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Bridging Communities: Adventist Wellness Center Aims to Serve Sulu’s Underserved Population

Adventist-Muslim Relations of Zamboanga Peninsula Mission seeks to open its First Adventist Wellness Center in Sulu, Philippines. Sulu Province is part of the Bangsamoro Autonomous Region in Muslim Mindanao and is home to a significant population of Muslims in the Philippines. Due to its geographic location as one of the southernmost islands in the country,…

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Empowering Communication: A Milestone in Basic Sign Language Training for Zamboanga Sibugay’s Persons with Disability Affairs Office Heads

In a groundbreaking initiative aimed at fostering inclusivity and enhancing communication, the Persons with Disability Affairs Office (PDAO) Heads of Zamboanga Sibugay Province recently participated in a pioneering Basic Sign Language Training held at the Sibugay Hotel on August 19 and 20. This training marks a significant step forward in the province’s commitment to supporting…

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Healing Hearts and Touching Souls: A Remarkable Medical Caravan and Spiritual Outreach

An extraordinary display of communal dedication and generosity unfolded in the heart of Pob. Siocon, leaving an indelible mark on thousands of lives. Engr. Gonzalo Sumayang and his wife, Betsy Sumayang, spearheaded a dual event that seamlessly blended physical healing with spiritual nourishment. The Three-Day Medical Caravan (July 21-23, 2024) Over 40 devoted medical professionals—including…

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ZPM Sends More Medical and Teaching Volunteers to Zamboanga Peninsula Territory in Collaboration with Sulads Philippines

The Zamboanga Peninsula Mission (ZPM), in collaboration with Sulads Philippines, is intensifying its efforts to support communities in the Zamboanga Peninsula Territory by sending more medical and teaching volunteers to the region. This increased deployment aims to address the critical needs for better healthcare and education in remote and underserved areas. ZPM can now reach…

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Adventist Mission of ZPM in partnership with SULADS Launches Five Additional Schools with the New Set of Volunteers at Sulu and Tawi-Tawi

60 new sets of volunteers, before sending off to the field, have reported five additional schools to be established at Sulu and Tawi-Tawi during a recently conducted Courtesy Call at Zamboanga Peninsula Mission Headquarters at Tiayon, Ipil, Zamboanga Sibugay on July 24, 2024. ZPM SULADS AMR are grouped into two clusters; Sulu Cluster and Tawi-Tawi…

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ZPM Hope Turns 4: Joins Paragon ’93 in bringing Hope and Healing to Parang

Zamboanga Peninsula Mission Hope Channel in partnership with Paragon ’93, a nursing batch of Mountain View College, celebrated its 4th anniversary with a medical outreach in Parang, Sulu. The team, composed of 14 nurses, 3 medical doctors, healthcare professionals, and Hope Channel volunteers traveled to Parang, Sulu to serve its residents on June 5, 2024.…

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Hunlos-Lusong Gathers 519

Zamboanga Peninsula Mission’s latest evangelism project Hunlos-Lusong brought in 519 new church members as released by the office of the NDR-IEL. Breakdown is as follows: 40 Ipil 1. 26 Ipil 2. 83 RT Lim. 90 Tungawan 1 & 2. 89 Naga & Kabasalan. 33 Titay. 34 Tampilisan. 54 Kalawit. 70 Labason. Bible students in the … Continued

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Gospel Outreach Philippines’s Co-Regional Director Visits ZPM

The Gospel Outreach Co-Regional Director of the Philippines, Sir Sergie Ferrer, visits the Zamboanga Peninsula Mission headquarters at Tiayon, Ipil, Zamboanga Sibugay. His visit amplifies the support in strengthening and solidifying the bond that the Gospel Outreach has with the Zamboanga Peninsula Mission. On April 29, 2024, ZPM Administrators and directors welcomed him together with…

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Adventist Mission Expands in Sulu with New Partnership

The Adventist Mission in Zamboanga Peninsula is reaching out to more communities in Sulu, one of the most conflict-ridden provinces in the Philippines. Through its Communications Department, the mission has forged a new partnership with the 1101st (Gagandilan) Brigade, a unit of the Philippine Army that is conducting civil-military operations (CMO) in the area. The…

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The Path of Faith: Christine Vinluan’s Transformation

In a world where beliefs and perspectives shape our identities, a remarkable story unfolds – the story of Christine Vinluan, a resolute 13-year-old who embarked on a journey of faith and transformation. Born into a life devoid of spiritual guidance, Christine found herself identifying as an atheist. Her response to my inquiry was candid yet…

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From Battlegrounds to Playgrounds

It was a “no man’s land”. For decades, this was not a place of peace, neither a place for the faint-hearted. One cannot even imagine visiting this dreaded place, when you dare to enter, there was no way out. Danger lurked in every corner until…. Sulu, located in Southern Philippines, has been a haven of…

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