ICOC Laguna Region's' 18th anniversary celebrates Transformed Generation

Over 350 disciples, friends, family members, and guests gathered on September 29, 2024, to celebrate the 18th-anniversary service of the International Churches of Christ (ICOC) Laguna Region at TPS Chipeco Avenue in Calamba City, Laguna. The event brought together attendees from various parts of Laguna Province.

The next generation of ICOC Laguna took center stage, leading the worship with uplifting songs, inspiring testimonies, and insightful reflections during the Sunday service. ICOC Laguna’s worship ministry, Indak D4G, and Likha, the local church’s dance and media team, collaborated to create a grand and meaningful celebration.

Myka Villareal and Christian Ibay warmly welcomed everyone, setting a positive tone for the event. Jericho "Echo" Gabion introduced Vanessa Valez, who shared a powerful testimony before he delivered the communion message about how the cross transforms lives today. Valez recounted her journey as her family’s breadwinner, from her baptism in April 2018 to the remarkable transformations God has brought into her life. Her story touched the hearts of the audience, encouraging them to fully embrace their faith and trust in God's blessings.

Michael "Mike" Santiago followed with a message on benevolence, urging everyone to use their transformed hearts to help others in need. The main message, delivered in three parts, was preached by esteemed brothers Jed Resane from ICOC Nagcarlan, Marc Madanglog from ICOC Calamba, and Mark Marquez from ICOC Biñan. They each emphasized God’s renewing love, the importance of following God with a renewed heart, and the guidance provided by a new spirit.

Jessie Ibay, the region leader of ICOC Laguna, closed the service by reflecting on the church’s journey and sharing its 2030 vision. This vision includes rebranding ICOC Laguna to ICOC Biñan, establishing ICOC Laguna as the Laguna Region or Laguna Family of Churches, and sending off ICOC Calamba as a separate church by 2025, to become self-supporting by 2026.

By 2030, three Next Gen couples will lead these churches, creating a strong and united family of churches in Laguna Province. The service concluded with a heartfelt prayer for the church’s continued growth, leaving the congregation with a deep sense of humility, unity, and hope.

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