Two super typhoons (Ondoy and Pepeng) in a span of one week between September 26 and October 2, 209, followed by another typhoon in October 26 (Santi) brought the Filipinos to their knees before God particularly in Metro Manila, Bicol Region, Calabarzon, Central Luzon, Ilocos Region, Cordillera Autonomus Region, and Northern Eastern Luzon as these typhoons brought utter devastation and destruction to lives, properties, livelihood, roads, and bridges.
These did not however diminish the commitment of the PTC Team to bring training seminars among the grassroots pastors and church leaders serving the Lord in different parts of the Philippines. Seminars in Bataan, Isabela and Marinduque were cancelled because the pastors in those areas were greatly affected by the floods.
Seminars:
These did not however diminish the commitment of the PTC Team to bring training seminars among the grassroots pastors and church leaders serving the Lord in different parts of the Philippines. Seminars in Bataan, Isabela and Marinduque were cancelled because the pastors in those areas were greatly affected by the floods.
Seminars:
Jeff Taclas traveled to Iloilo to led the seminar with Marcelito Cagud on Interpreting the Gospels 2 in Inter-Faith Church in Maasin, Iloilo. Andres Navarra and Ulyssis Castor led the seminar on Foundational Skills in Doing Bible Exposition at Life Gate Baptist Church in Kalibo, Aklan. Paul led a seminar on Biblical and Theological Foundation of the Reformed Faith at the unfinished PTC Center in Paenaan, San Jose, Antipolo City.
Two seminars led by Benjie Mallari, Ben Reyes, and Paul on Basic Principles in Interpreting the Bible, and Interpreting the Gospel of John were simultaneously conducted at the Subay Assemblies of God in Subay, Binagonan, Rizal when Nelson Salviano was here for a short visit. Rudy Rabe, Jeff Taclas and Arman Aspa led the seminar in Interpreting the Synoptic Gospels 1 in Servant of the Lord Jesus Ministries in Boboin, Infanta, Quezon.
Paul traveled to Sablayan Prison and Penal Farm in Sablayan, Mindoro Occidental to conduct a seminar on Principles of Bible Interpretation among the pastors in the area and to the inmates who found their faith in God. Benjie Mallari led the training on Basic Principles of Bible Interpretation in Navotas Door of Faith Church in Navotas, Binangonan, Rizal. Paul spoke on the topic the Art and Benefits of Reading Books in Christian Growth Ministry sponsored seminar at the Bible League Center in Kamias, Quezon City.
Cooperation:Nelson Salviano who leads the EACALE in Brazil visited the Philippines from November 25 to December 2, 2009. Nelson was able to observe how PTC seminars were conducted, both in the areas of facilitation, participation, workshop, and presentation. The highlight of his visit was the meeting and fellowship with the members of the PTC Training Team. Nelson was convinced to adapt some of the training materials being used by PTC particularly in the area of biblical exegesis and expository preaching.
Staff Development:
Benjamin (Benjie) Mallari was issued Tier 4 Visa by the British Embassy in Manila. He is all set to leave on January 24, 2010 for London to pursue a 2year course Pastoral Studies at London Theological Seminary. Benjie’s study at LTS is part of the long term staff development program of PTC. Miguel Pabilonia, another beneficiary of PTC long term staff development plan is back in the Philippines from London. Miguel needs to complete the writing of his thesis for his Master of Theology (Historical Theology) at John Owen School of Theology.
Praise Items:
1. The PTC Center had its roof installed as funds were made available. The front perimeter fence was also put up.
2. PTC Team was able to help some typhoon and flood victims in the area of relief and rehabilitations with funds from CrossWay and Renner’s Cup.
3. Paul Caampued III completed his studies at University of Asia and the Pacific with a master’s degree in Political Economy with specialization in International Relations and Development.
Prayer items:
1. Pray for God’s direction for Paul as he continues to lead PTC ministry and the Training Team.
2. Pray for the continuing PTC training seminars for pastors and church workers working among the grassroots in different parts of the Philippines.
3. Pray for the PTC 10th Annual Ministers Conference with a theme “A Minister as Shepherd of God’s flock” in April 13 to 16, 2010 at Gems Hotel and conference Center.
4. Pray for the completion of the construction of the PTC Center by May 2010.
Benjamin (Benjie) Mallari was issued Tier 4 Visa by the British Embassy in Manila. He is all set to leave on January 24, 2010 for London to pursue a 2year course Pastoral Studies at London Theological Seminary. Benjie’s study at LTS is part of the long term staff development program of PTC. Miguel Pabilonia, another beneficiary of PTC long term staff development plan is back in the Philippines from London. Miguel needs to complete the writing of his thesis for his Master of Theology (Historical Theology) at John Owen School of Theology.
Praise Items:
1. The PTC Center had its roof installed as funds were made available. The front perimeter fence was also put up.
2. PTC Team was able to help some typhoon and flood victims in the area of relief and rehabilitations with funds from CrossWay and Renner’s Cup.
3. Paul Caampued III completed his studies at University of Asia and the Pacific with a master’s degree in Political Economy with specialization in International Relations and Development.
Prayer items:
1. Pray for God’s direction for Paul as he continues to lead PTC ministry and the Training Team.
2. Pray for the continuing PTC training seminars for pastors and church workers working among the grassroots in different parts of the Philippines.
3. Pray for the PTC 10th Annual Ministers Conference with a theme “A Minister as Shepherd of God’s flock” in April 13 to 16, 2010 at Gems Hotel and conference Center.
4. Pray for the completion of the construction of the PTC Center by May 2010.
Paul C. Caampued, Jr.
