“How time flies so fast! We’ve now reached our second year,” enthused Christine Grace Saludes, Christian Employees Association (CEA) officer from Pangi Congregation. “God has filled the district with triumphs despite the trials and adversities we’ve been through,” she attested.

The musical program celebrating the second anniversary of the Ecclesiastical District of Zamboanga Sibugay was held at the Zamboanga Sibugay Provincial Capitol’s atrium, on January 10, 2025.

The said event, held exactly on the day of the anniversary, was organized by the district Christian Family Organizations (CFO) officers, with the district leadership supervising them.

Assistant district supervising minister Brother Allan Bianco, delivered the opening remarks, owing to God the district’s successes through its already two years of existence thus reflecting His unwavering love through the Church Administration.

Then, choral groups of talented brethren representing the district’s eight areas showcased some INC original songs, such as Manatili sa Katapatan (Remain in Loyalty), and Ilapit Mo (Pray).

“Singing such hymns of praise is one among other ways we hope to give glory to God,” said Tungawan Congregation organist Princess Espada, who felt “joy upon knowing that I‘d be among the performers representing our local congregation.”

After the chorale performances, a video presentation featuring the brethren’s active involvement in the district’s activities was shown to the attendees.

District supervising minister Brother Eraño Fabella, gave the closing remarks. With all in attendance having been uplifted in the faith, “may all the brethren remain united with all of the Church’s upcoming activities to continue giving glory to God,” he said.

“On my part, I will continue participating in all of the activities launched in the Church,” said Ipil Congregation head deacon Antonio Cabrera.

The district sprang forth from the Ecclesiastical District of Zamboanga City. — With reports from Joen Lacson and Rose Jane Panolin of INC News Section