To commemorate its 39th founding anniversary, the Ecclesiastical District of Zambales North, Philippines, held a series of propagation and edification activities from July 25 to 27, 2026.

Baptism

On July 25, more than 40 prospective members received baptism at the Local Congregation of Masinloc.

Brother Renato Durian, assistant district supervising minister, officiated at the holy occasion. In his Bible-based sermon, he emphasized the importance of receiving the true baptism so that one may be recognized by the Lord Jesus Christ as His true servants.

Before the actual baptism, the candidates took their oath of membership, which was led by Brother Rene Santiago, district Church officers overseer.

Among those who received baptism was Kent Lee Casaña, who said, “I’m truly thankful to the Lord God for this great blessing that He has bestowed upon me. I promise to remain steadfast in my membership in the Church so that I may not lose the hope of receiving salvation come Judgment Day.”

CFO Day

On July 26, a day after the baptism, brethren from throughout the district gathered at the Masinloc Baywalk Covered Court for the Christian Family Organizations (CFO) Day activity.

The district CFO officers prepared recreational activities which the brethren, including those in the Children’s Worship Service (CWS), joyfully participated in.

“I thank the Church Administration for activities like these which further strengthen my faith and deepen the bond of brotherhood among the brethren,” said Xyza Phem Limbag, a Binhi president of  the Local Congregation of Sto. Rosario.

INConcert

Also part of the district anniversary celebration and in commemoration of the 112th anniversary of the Iglesia Ni Cristo (Church Of Christ), an INConcert was held at the Iba Gymnasium, Iba, Zambales, on July 27, 2026.

The event began with an opening prayer led by Brother Roldan Gavino, district Light Of Salvation overseer. Then, Brother Mateo Escobido, district supervising minister, gave his opening remarks.

After the opening remarks, district multimedia team talents and select talented brethren from various local congregations performed a musical presentation featuring INC original music.

The event concluded with all the performers singing the finale song, Ilagak Ang Pag-asa Sa Biyayang Darating (Put Your Hope To The Grace That Will Be Yours), after which Brother Renato Durian, assistant district supervising minister, led the closing prayer.

“I could not help but reflect on how the Lord God continues to fulfill His promises to His nation in these last days. I also feel truly blessed to be among His chosen people and to experience His constant love and guidance in my life,” enthused Donabel Ponce, a finance officer from Iba Local Congregation.

“It is such an honor and a fulfilling experience for me to perform before the brethren,” expressed Emily Viesca, a choir member from the Local Congregation of Masinloc.

On behalf of the district, Brother Prince Manuel Mendoza, district CFO overseer, remarked, “These activities are a manifestation of the Lord God’s enduring love for His Church. Glory be to the Lord God!”— With reports from John Manuel Garcia