Thankful for the Opportunity to Worship God

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In line with the ongoing community quarantines and lockdowns around the world, Church Of Christ members continue to hold worship services in their respective homes. 

May 10, 2020

The Executive Minister of the Church Of Christ, Brother Eduardo V. Manalo, led a worship service to God, through videoconferencing. 

Thousands of brethren from around the world witnessed this worship service, including brethren from the United Kingdom, Europe, Australia, and New Zealand. 

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Sister Nicole Bernal

Oslo, Norway

Sister Nicole Bernal: When we found out that it was a live-streaming with Brother Eduardo Manalo, we were very excited and, to have him lead the worship service today, we feel really, really blessed.

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Brother Rogelio M Fafols, Sr.

King William’s Town, South Africa

Brother Rogelio Rafols, Sr.: My feeling about our worship service this morning is happiness in my heart.

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Brother Jerry Viloria

Val-D’oise, France

Brother Jerry Viloria: I thank God that we have worship services like these that even from our homes we truly feel God’s help and guidance. 

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This worship service was also translated live into five languages:

English, Spanish, French, German, and Italian

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Sister Nicole Fernandez

Adelaide, Australia

Sister Nicole Fernandez: Every time I hear the words of God, it reminds me to remain faithful and trusting in our Almighty God.

Sister Nicole Bernal: Being able to attend the worship service, or being able to listen to the words of our Almighty God, it gives us peace and it gives me hope that no matter what happens, it will be okay. 

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This day marked the 134th birth anniversary of Brother Felix Y. Manalo,

God’s Messenger in these last days.

May 9, 2020 marked the 40th year since the ordination of Brother Eduardo V. Manalo. 

Sister Nicole Bernal: Brother Eduardo V. Manalo, we would like to thank you so much, from the bottom of our hearts. You are still taking care of us, and even though you are physically far from us, you still allow us to feel how much you love us. 

Brother Rogelio: And we also would like to extend our greetings to him. Happy 40th anniversary of his ordination.

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Brother Dylon Kin De Los Santos

Minchinbury, Australia

Brother Dylon Kin De Los Santos: No matter what happens in this world, I will continue to be strong in my faith.

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Sister Abegail Limarag

Adelaide, Australia

Sister Abegail Limarag: We will never leave the Church, and we will continue to support and love the Church Administration.

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Sister Mariah Jhebel Bartolome

Heidelberg, Germany

Sister Mariah Jhebel Bartolome: No matter what else may happen in this world, I am truly convinced that we are truly guided and blessed by our Almighty God. He is the one who safeguards our faith, [and] continues to bless us and our families through the guidance and help of the Church Administration.   

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EXECUTIVE NEWS

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