From various ecclesiastical districts in the Philippines and abroad, Christian Family Organizations (CFO) officers, primarily the Buklod, KADIWA, Binhi, and Children’s Worship Service (CWS), joined hands in organizing their joint monthly meet-up on May 10, 2026. Held on the very day of Brother Felix Y. Manalo’s (1886-1963) 140th birth anniversary, the said activity centered on watching the special video presentation, “Ang Pangako sa Sugo (The Promise to the Messenger): FYM 140.”

The audio-video presentation recounted the life and ministry of God’s messenger in these last days, Brother Felix Manalo, with the highlight on how His promises were fulfilled, especially during the nascent years of the Iglesia Ni Cristo (Church Of Christ) and during the two world wars.

It featured interviews with senior ministers and brethren who were blessed to meet the Sugo in person. They shared such wonderful memories of receiving his wise advices, saying these greatly helped them to uphold the true faith through the decades.

“Brethren from the new generations gained a deep understanding about the Sugo,” said Coron Local Congregation resident minister, Brother Roldan Andres. Indeed, brethren from the world over, especially among the younger generations, were not remiss in sharing their reactions having been inspired by the presentation.

“Seeing the hardships endured by Brother Felix Manalo in the Church’s early years makes modern challenges look small and easy,” said choir member, Allyssa Vinoya from Turac Local Congregation, Ecclesiastical District of San Carlos City, Pangasinan.

Sharing the same sentiment, KADIWA member, Riza Lozano from Calapandayan Local Congregation, Ecclesiastical District of Zambales South, said, “I felt His tireless hard work for the Church, which teaches me that whatever difficulties I may encounter in life, my devotion to God will always remain my absolute priority.” Assistant area overseer Dionny Vinluan from Pugad Lawin Local Congregation, Ecclesiastical District of Central, said, “It overwhelmed me after seeing the weight of what the Messenger had gone through to protect our faith.”

Fortunately, “God’s mighty help was already visible at the very beginning which proves that this Church belongs to Him,” said Binhi and CWS officer Felixer Angelo Cañaveral from LIG Extension of Templo Central Local Congregation. “In spite the humble beginnings of the Church, God indeed fulfilled His promises. We are the fruits of his labor,” said KADIWA officer, Jheian Valdez from Biay Local Congregation, Ecclesiastical District of Zambales North.

All the aforementioned hail from Luzon, Philippines. In Visayas, CWS officer and Technical Support for Videostreaming (TSV) officer James Harry Prado from Iloilo City Local Congregation, Ecclesiastical District of Iloilo South, remarked, “Seeing the global journey of our faith from 1914 to present proves that no obstacles can hinder God’s work of salvation.”

The Ecclesiastical District of Davao del Norte in Mindanao, boosted the brethren’s faith. Deaconess Rosario Yecyec from San Miguel Local Congregation stated, “It motivates me to protect my divine election and remain active Church member.” The Ecclesiastical District of Zamboanga del Norte catered to distant peninsula communities at the house of worship of Dipolog City Local Congregation.

The Ecclesiastical District of New Zealand South in Australia-Oceania, brought the brethren at Russley School in Riccarton, Christchurch, New Zealand. Head deacon of Christchurch East Local Congregation, Ronel Rivera, said, “The sacrifices and dedication of the brethren back then and of Brother Felix Manalo’s spiritual leadership, inspire me more to stay committed in my sworn duty in the Church.”

Concurrently, in Asia, the Ecclesiastical District of Tokyo, Japan, hosted the events equipped with translation assistance for multicultural attendees. Head deacon, Joan Carrillo of Kikugawa Local Congregation, shared, “Watching the history of the Church made me realize that the expansion of the Church, even here in Japan, is a testament to the truth of God’s Messenger’s divine mission.”

Across Europe, in the Ecclesiastical District of Spain, Precious Eunice Grullo, a CWS teacher from Barcelona Local Congregation, shared, “The part that touched me the most is about the stories of the elder brethren in the Church—those who met the Messenger of God in these last days, just like my grandmother, who is now 90 years old.”

In the Americas, family members in the Ecclesiastical District of Northeast California watched together. KADIWA officer Breanna Franco from Fairfield Local Congregation stated, “This film reminds us that our faith isn’t an accident; it is the result of a divine plan executed by God.”

In the Canadian prairies, local congregations in the Ecclesiastical District of Saskatchewan ensured in total unity. KADIWA officer, Alvin Abarra, shared, “This historical milestone at the same time reinforces our bond. We are united with the Church Administration, no matter how far north we are.”

In Africa, the Ecclesiastical District of Southern Africa gathered the brethren at the house of worship of Ladybrand Local Congregation. “It made me reflect about the importance of faith and obedience. It also encourage me to holding fast to the faith,” said CWS chairperson Tsepo Nkoala from Meseru Local Congregation. — With reports from Districts’ Multimedia