Second vaccination drive held by the Iglesia Ni Cristo (INC) in Oahu, Hawaii

Date Posted: November 9, 2021

HAWAII - The Iglesia Ni Cristo (Church Of Christ) in coordination with the Queens Medical Systems, held for a second time in September, a COVID-19 vaccination drive in Oahu, Hawaii.

The vaccination drive was held at the INC compound in Waipahu, Oahu, on September 25, 2021, from 9 am to 2 pm.

In preparation for this event, the INC partnered with the Honolulu Fire Department and the Honolulu Police Department to advertise and campaign this vaccination drive via road signs.

At least three days before the event, road signs displayed information about this vaccination drive for passers-by.

Edward Aquino, one of the event coordinators, noted the importance of sharing the faith through events such as this: “This is our opportunity to not only showcase ourselves as members of the Church Of Christ, but also to share our faith.”

Recipients of the vaccine were also given ‘Thank You’ bags with more information about the Church.

As part of the INC’s Aid To Humanity initiative spearheaded by the Church Administration, this vaccination drive was geared towards helping the community.

During the event, the INC also showed their appreciation to the health care workers from the Queens Medical Systems who helped out in the vaccination campaign.

Appreciation cards, gifts, and ‘Thank You’ messages to the health care workers were given by the Children’s Worship Service (CWS) during a live broadcast activity through the INC.

The Iglesia Ni Cristo (Church Of Christ) continues to grow worldwide and has reached 159 countries and territories, with its members from 148 races and nationalities.

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Hawaii State Legislature presents honorary certificate to Iglesia Ni Cristo (Church Of Christ) on its 107th Anniversary

Date Posted: August 28, 2021

HAWAII – The State of Hawaii recognized the Iglesia Ni Cristo (INC) or Church Of Christ with an Honorary Certificate congratulating the Church on its 107th Anniversary and 53rd year in Hawaii.

Hawaii State Senator, Bennette E. Misalucha, along with House Representative Sonny Ganaden, presented on Aug. 19, 2021 the certificate issued by the Hawaii State Legislature on the grounds of the State Capitol of Hawaii, with INC ministers present to witness this significant occasion.

Senator Misalucha highlighted the efforts of the INC in helping the community in Hawaii, especially those in need.

“(The) INC has been a partner in ministering to our kababayans [fellowmen] here in Hawaii and not just to our kababayans, (but) actually to the greater community, particularly in humanitarian missions and humanitarian efforts,” the senator said.

“The Hawai’i State Legislature honors and recognizes organizations that contribute significantly to the well-being and vitality of the communities it serves,” the certificate, signed by Hawaii’s senators and House members, read.

It also recognized the Iglesia Ni Cristo’s “primary purpose” which is to “worship the Almighty God in a manner taught by the Lord Jesus Christ and His apostles as recorded in the Bible.”

The certificate stated that the “Iglesia Ni Cristo is a very special place, serving as a church for all people no matter the race, nationality, cultural background, social standing, economic status, or educational attainment.”

The Hawaii State Legislature also noted that “throughout its history in Hawaii, the Iglesia Ni Cristo has been an exemplary religious presence even as it continues to create a legacy today of the bayanihan spirit in the islands.”

The legislators cited the Church’s community service initiatives, particularly its “Aid to Humanity” projects that include food drives, blood donation drives, cleanup activities, neighborhood appreciation projects, and school supply drives as just among the many helpful projects of the INC.

Such projects spearheaded by Iglesia Ni Cristo Executive Minister, Brother Eduardo V. Manalo, have created a positive impact not only in Hawaii but all over the world.

Until now, the INC continues to be an impact on the local and global community for those in need, despite the pandemic.

The Hawaii State legislature noted this as both the Senate and the House congratulated the INC on its 107th anniversary.

The certificate was signed by the members of Hawaii’s 31st Legislature, and by Hawaii’s Senate President Ronald Kouchi and Speaker of the House Scott Saiki.

Hawaii-Pacific Assistant District Supervising Minister, Brother Linuel de Leon, explained the reason for the various community service work of the Church.

“The reason why the Iglesia Ni Cristo is doing that, through the leadership of our beloved Executive Minister, Brother Eduardo V. Manalo, is because that is what is really written in the Bible—that in times like these we should help each other, especially those people who are in need,” he said.

The Iglesia Ni Cristo (INC) or Church Of Christ continues to grow worldwide and has reached 158 countries and territories, with its members from 147 races and nationalities. — Courtesy of INC Public Information Office