CFOs in Macau fortifies brethren via activities

By KYLE RONUALD M. ARELLANO and CRIS EVERT O. PLUMA

Posted: November 1, 2026

Buklod, KADIWA, and Binhi—Iglesia Ni Cristo (Church Of Christ) members in the Ecclesiastical District of Macau from all these three Christian Family Organizations (CFO) of the Church participated in activities held in the first and third week of October 2026.

INC Unity Games

On October 1, 2026, the district held its INC Unity Games at Macau Stadium in Avenida Olímpica, Taipa, Macau, with Brother Noer Misa, district supervising minister, overseeing all throughout.

This sporting activity commenced with Brother Louie Quintana, Macau Congregation’s resident minister, leading the prayer. This was followed by Buklod officer, Roly Galera, administering the oath of sportsmanship.

The brethren right after participated in men’s basketball, women’s volleyball, badminton, table tennis, arm wrestling, track and field, and various board games like scrabble, chess, and checkers. These were held simultaneously at designated areas within the venue.

“I’m truly happy for this activity because it’s purpose was truly achieved—to make us united even more just as the Lord God desires for us,” said track-and-field player, Dindo Sadaran, of the Macau Congregation.

After all the games, Brother Misa led the awarding ceremony for each sport with Taipa Congregation being the overall winner. He then delivered his closing remarks followed by a prayer led by Brother Raul De Leon, Taipa Congregation’s resident minister.

This is KADIWA

Single members in the district, ages 18 and up, bonded with each other through their ‘This is KADIWA’ activity on October 4 at Harbourview Hotel. Attendees enjoyed playing interactive games such as action relay, pass the balloon, and a booth provided a platform for a meet and greet activity with their fellow KADIWAs.

They were entertained by performances of select talented brethren featuring INC original songs. Ven Pongsila of the Macau Congregation sang Ako’y Maghihintay Sa Iyong Pagliligtas (I Will Wait For Your Salvation) while Di Magsasawang Pasalamatan Ka, Ama (I Will Never Stop Thanking You, Father) by Bherlie Miranda of the Taipa Congregation. Barra Congregation’s Glaiza Anne Sobrevanias and San Malou Congregation’s Arlene Galviro performed Ako’y Handa Na Sa Tayo (I’m Ready For Us) and Ngayon Na (Now Is The Time), respectively.

“We witnessed how happy the KADIWA members were during the activity,” shared Brother Shandrick Earl Ang, district CFO overseer. “This was the result of CFO officers’ constant devotional prayers, continuous planning to formulate more activities, and their desire to be of help to the Church Administration,” he added.

Before the program concluded, KADIWA members who stood out for their attires were recognized and awarded.

On behalf of his fellow KADIWA members, Jonathan Dela Cruz, who was awarded as “face of the night,” promised to “remain united in all the activities being launched by the CFO and the Church Administration.”

Buklod Night

Two weeks later, married couples had their share of being strengthened, especially their marital bond, through a Buklod Night on October 18 held at Harbourview Hotel.

Brother Misa and other district ministers, with their respective wives, graced the event with their presence.

Attendees were serenaded with various contemporary love songs and acoustic numbers. Additionally, INC original songs like Kapatid, Tara Na!  (Brethren, Let’s Go!) and Galing Sa Iyo (From You) energized the brethren.

Another highlight of the activity was husbands giving roses and bouquet of flowers to their wives. And before the night ends, best dressed couples were recognized and awarded.

“Conducting this activity is in adherence to the Church Administration’s desire to strengthen the faith of the brethren so they will never cease to serve God,” said Brother Ang.

Reflecting on the series of activities, Brother Misa expressed his gratitude to Brother Eduardo Manalo, the Church’s Executive Minister, and Brother Angelo Eraño V. Manalo, the Deputy Executive Minister, for “the activities they launch for the brethren. We promise to continue to love and care for the Church members here so they can remain firm in the faith.”