In commemoration of the 50th anniversary of the Ecclesiastical District of Northeast California, brethren gathered for an INConcert on August 29, 2026. The event was held at the Warren Atherton Auditorium of San Joaquin Delta College at 5151 Pacific Ave. Stockton, CA.

The event commenced with a prayer led by Brother Matt Karl Talens, district edification overseer. Then, Brother Wilfredo Santos, assistant district supervising minister, delivered the opening remarks. Afterwards, the attendees were entertained by select brethren with their musical performances featuring INC original music.

In an interview, Brother Santos explained, “This musical event is an expression of our joy and appreciation for all the goodness and protection that God has given us through the Church Administration. It always gives us hope and inspiration as we continue our services to our Almighty God and for us to be worthy of receiving His blessings and salvation.”

Among the songs performed were God Is By Our Side, A Warrior So Divine, I Remember, I’m Iglesia Ni Cristo, The Greatness Of Your Love, I Give My Heart To You, I’ll Hold On Tightly To My Hope, and Praises From These Last Days.

After the performances, Brother Pedro D. Dela Cruz Jr., district supervising minister, said the closing remarks. The event concluded with a prayer led by Brother Joel Julag-Ay Jr., district Church officers overseer.

In an interview, Eileen Dagdag, district’s assistant choir director and one of the performers, enthused, “It was very joyful to see everyone getting together and having fun with the musical performances in this event.”

Allan Comaoan, his wife Fariahe, and their three children traveled more than three hours from Reno, Nevada, to Stockton to attend and perform at the said event. “This kind of activity not only strengthens the brotherhood and unity among the brethren but also the bond of the families,” said Allan. “We firmly believe that the Lord God reserves spiritual blessings for us during this event. It all the more strengthened and edified us in the faith,” said Fariahe. — With reports from Nimrod Pantaleon