UCCP - Liboo/Simbola

𝓙𝓾𝓷𝓮 7, 2026
𝕊𝕖𝕔𝕠𝕟𝕕 𝕊𝕦𝕟𝕕𝕒𝕪 𝕒𝕗𝕥𝕖𝕣 ℙ𝕖𝕟𝕥𝕖𝕔𝕠𝕤𝕥

Matthew 9:9-13 narrates the calling of Matthew and Jesus’ defense of associating with sinners. After Jesus calls Matthew from his tax booth to follow Him, Matthew hosts a dinner for many tax collectors and "sinners," prompting criticism from the Pharisees. Jesus responds with the analogy that the sick need a doctor, not the healthy, and quotes Hosea to declare: “I desire mercy, and not sacrifice.” He concludes by stating His mission is to call sinners to repentance, not those who consider themselves righteous.

𝓜𝓪𝔂 31, 2026

𝕋𝕣𝕚𝕟𝕚𝕥𝕪 𝕊𝕦𝕟𝕕𝕒𝕪
𝔽𝕚𝕣𝕤𝕥 𝕊𝕦𝕟𝕕𝕒𝕪 𝕒𝕗𝕥𝕖𝕣 ℙ𝕖𝕟𝕥𝕖𝕔𝕠𝕤𝕥

Matthew 28:16-20, known as The Great Commission, records Jesus’ final instructions to the eleven disciples after his resurrection. The passage begins with the disciples traveling to a designated mountain in Galilee, where they saw him, worshiped him, but some doubted.

Jesus asserts that all authority in heaven and on earth has been given to him, providing the basis for his command to make disciples of all nations. This mission involves baptizing them in the name of the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey everything Jesus commanded. The passage concludes with the promise that Jesus will be with his followers always, to the end of the age.

𝓜𝓪𝔂 17, 2026

𝙹𝚘𝚑𝚗 17:1-11 – 𝙹𝚎𝚜𝚞𝚜' 𝙷𝚒𝚐𝚑 𝙿𝚛𝚒𝚎𝚜𝚝𝚕𝚢 𝙿𝚛𝚊𝚢𝚎𝚛

John 17:1-11 records a pivotal moment in the Gospel of John, often referred to as Jesus’ High Priestly Prayer. This passage captures Jesus’ final prayer with his disciples before his crucifixion, emphasizing themes of glory, eternal life, unity, and divine protection.

The Content of the Prayer
Jesus begins by praying for himself and his mission:

“Father, the hour has come; glorify your Son so that the Son may glorify you” (v.1).

He affirms that he has completed the work given to him and now requests to be restored to the divine glory he shared with the Father before creation (v.5).

He then prays for his disciples:

They are described as those given to him by the Father from the world (v.6).
They have received and believed Jesus’ words, recognizing that he came from God (v.8).
Jesus explicitly states, “I am not praying for the world but for those whom you have given me” (v.9), highlighting a special intercessory role for believers.
He asks the Father to protect them and to keep them united, echoing the unity between the Father and the Son:
“Holy Father, protect them in your name that you have given me, so that they may be one, as we are one” (v.11).

𝓜𝓪𝔂 10, 2026

Hulubaton 1:7-10 (Proverbs 1:7-10)

From the Ang Pulong Sang Dios (APD) translation emphasizes that true wisdom begins with reverence for God, while foolishness leads to rejection of correction. The text defines a buang-buang (fool) as someone who lacks knowledge of God and His commands, refusing to be corrected.
‎
‎The verses specifically state:
‎
‎Verse 7: "Kon ang isa ka tawo gusto nga magmaalamon dapat magtahod siya sa GINOO. Ang tawo nga buang-buang indi gusto sang kaalam kag indi niya gusto nga matadlong ang iya pamatasan." (If a person wants to be wise, they must revere the LORD. The foolish person does not want wisdom and does not want their behavior corrected.)
‎Verses 8-9: Children are instructed to listen to their parents' discipline, which serves as a "coronet of grace" and a "chain of honor."
‎Verse 10: Children are warned not to follow the temptations of sinful people.

𝙁𝙧𝙤𝙢 𝙤𝙪𝙧 𝙝𝙚𝙖𝙧𝙩𝙨 𝙩𝙤 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙢𝙞𝙨𝙨𝙞𝙤𝙣 𝙛𝙞𝙚𝙡𝙙 💛

We are filled with joy and pride as we celebrate our very own 𝙍𝙞𝙘𝙝𝙡𝙮𝙣 𝙈𝙖𝙣𝙜𝙜𝙖 from UCCP Liboo/Simbola, who answered the call to serve as a Vacation Church School (VCS) teacher in Brgy. Osorio, San Remigio, Antique! 🙌✨

From teaching 37 students in Osorio 1, to reaching 70+ young hearts in Osorio 2, and now continuing her journey in Osorio 3—her dedication, passion, and love for children truly shine. Each lesson shared, each song sung, and each story told is planting seeds of faith, hope, and joy in the lives of these children. 🌱📖

This is more than teaching—this is training for leadership, building character, and embracing a purpose-driven life. We are beyond grateful to be part of a community that sends and supports servants like her. 💪💖

Richlyn, you make us proud! Continue to be a light and an inspiration to many. The journey may not always be easy, but your impact will last a lifetime. 🌟

🌟 𝕍ℂ𝕊 2026 ℂ𝕝𝕠𝕤𝕚𝕟𝕘 ℙ𝕣𝕠𝕘𝕣𝕒𝕞: “𝔸𝕜𝕠 𝕒𝕪 𝕂𝕒𝕨𝕒𝕟𝕘𝕚𝕤 𝕟𝕘 𝔻𝕚𝕪𝕠𝕤"🌟

Today marks the end of a beautiful journey, but also the beginning of something greater in the hearts of our children.

As we look around, we see joyful faces—our dear children stepping onto the stage, proudly receiving their awards. Each smile tells a story of growth, courage, friendship, and faith. Accompanied by their loving parents and guardians, this moment becomes even more meaningful—a shared victory, a celebration of love and support.

To our little ones, from Nursery to Kindergarten under the care of Teacher Freziel Cañones, to our Middle Elementary guided by Teacher Chezka Nicolas, and our Older Elementary led by Teacher Alfia Maquiling—you have all done wonderfully. You came with excitement, curiosity, and energy, and now you leave with hearts filled with God’s Word, new friendships, and unforgettable memories.

𝘾𝙝𝙞𝙡𝙙𝙧𝙚𝙣, today is also your moment to say thank you—thank you for the lessons learned, the songs sung, the stories shared, and the love you felt throughout this week. May you carry these experiences with you wherever you go.

𝙏𝙤 𝙤𝙪𝙧 𝙙𝙚𝙖𝙧 𝙥𝙖𝙧𝙚𝙣𝙩𝙨 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙜𝙪𝙖𝙧𝙙𝙞𝙖𝙣𝙨, thank you for your trust, your support, and for allowing your children to be part of this meaningful journey. Your presence today, standing beside them, reminds us that faith begins at home and grows stronger together.

We also extend our deepest gratitude to our beloved Resident Pastor, Nancy Gregorio Regino , for her guidance, prayers, and unwavering support in nurturing the spiritual growth of our children.

𝙏𝙤 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙘𝙝𝙪𝙧𝙘𝙝 𝙘𝙤𝙪𝙣𝙘𝙞𝙡, 𝙢𝙚𝙢𝙗𝙚𝙧𝙨, 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙜𝙚𝙣𝙚𝙧𝙤𝙪𝙨 𝙙𝙤𝙣𝙤𝙧𝙨—your time, effort, and resources made this program possible. Behind every successful day of VCS is a community working hand in hand with love and purpose.

To Culasi Circuit & the WV Conference, thank you for the opportunity that we in Liboo Simbola able to partake in this activity.

𝘼𝙣𝙙 𝙖𝙗𝙤𝙫𝙚 𝙖𝙡𝙡, 𝙬𝙚 𝙜𝙞𝙫𝙚 𝙤𝙪𝙧 𝙝𝙞𝙜𝙝𝙚𝙨𝙩 𝙥𝙧𝙖𝙞𝙨𝙚 𝙖𝙣𝙙 𝙩𝙝𝙖𝙣𝙠𝙨𝙜𝙞𝙫𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙩𝙤 𝙤𝙪𝙧 𝘼𝙡𝙢𝙞𝙜𝙝𝙩𝙮 𝙂𝙤𝙙—the source of wisdom, joy, and all blessings. Without Him, none of this would be possible. All glory belongs to Him.

As we close this chapter of VCS 2026, we do so with grateful hearts and hopeful spirits. May the seeds planted this week continue to grow in the lives of our children, shining brightly for God in all that they do.

𝘾𝙤𝙣𝙜𝙧𝙖𝙩𝙪𝙡𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣𝙨, 𝙘𝙝𝙞𝙡𝙙𝙧𝙚𝙣! 𝙂𝙤𝙙 𝙗𝙡𝙚𝙨𝙨 𝙮𝙤𝙪 𝙖𝙡𝙡! 💛✨


‎
‎
‎

𝔻𝕒𝕪 6 | ℍ𝕖𝕒𝕣𝕥𝕤 𝔽𝕦𝕝𝕝, 𝔸𝕝𝕞𝕠𝕤𝕥 𝕋𝕚𝕞𝕖 𝕥𝕠 𝕊𝕒𝕪 𝔾𝕠𝕠𝕕𝕓𝕪𝕖 🥹🎓
‎
‎Today was both a joyful and emotional day for our VCS kids 🥹💛
‎
‎As we near our graduation, the children spent their time rehearsing and preparing for their big day 🎉 From energetic dance practices 💃🕺, heartfelt singing 🎶, to confidently reviewing their parts and presentations, every moment was filled with excitement and dedication.
‎
‎You could see their bright smiles, but also feel a little sadness as our VCS journey is slowly coming to an end 😢💖 Along the way, they’ve built friendships, learned valuable lessons, and grown in confidence and faith.
‎
‎Our hearts are full watching them shine and give their best 🙏🌈 We are so proud of you, kids! Let’s make our final day meaningful, memorable, and full of joy! 🎉💫
‎
‎
‎
‎

📸 Jenalyn Dagang

✨ 𝕍ℂ𝕊 𝔻𝕒𝕪 5: 𝕊𝕥𝕣𝕠𝕟𝕘 𝔽𝕚𝕟𝕚𝕤𝕙, 𝕊𝕥𝕣𝕠𝕟𝕘𝕖𝕣 𝔽𝕒𝕚𝕥𝕙! ✨

Day 5 of our Vacation Church School was full of energy, creativity, and purpose! 🎉 The kids were grouped according to their age levels, allowing each group to enjoy activities designed just for them—helping them focus, learn, and grow in the best way possible.

From the youngest to the oldest, every group had their moment to shine:
🎶 Joyful singing and lively dancing that filled the room with praise
🎨 Creative arts and crafts where kids expressed their faith in colorful ways
📖 Engaging Bible storytelling that made God’s Word come alive
🤝 Team-based activities and games that built friendships and confidence

Each group was guided with care, making sure every child felt included, encouraged, and excited to participate. The energy was contagious, and the smiles said it all!

As we wrap up Day 5, we celebrate not just the fun, but the hearts touched and lessons learned. 💛 Thank you, parents, for trusting us to be part of your children’s faith journey!

With regard to our ongoing Vacation Church School (VCS),
grateful to update that accommodation, specifically food & amongst other stuffs needed kang aton mga teachers, na kumpleto run naton.
Duro duro gid nga salamat sa nag sabat kang aton mga request/kinahanglanon. Allow me to mention who they are, as bahol gid aton pagpasalamat sa anda pag sabat, Ginoo lang ang magabalik sa inyo kaalwan, for making His ministry here on earth possible.

- accmmodation: Clarito/Lacerna family

-food:
* April 24 dinner: Delia Mariano & family;
* April 25: from breakfast to dinner: Regino Family (c/o Rev. Nancy Gregorio Regino)
* April 26: Clarito/Lacerna family: breakfast to dinner Cristeta Clarito/ Alsoknown As Milky
* April 27: breakfast to dinner: Maria Engelica Bartolome Barraca / elder Eva Bartolome & family
* April 28:
- breakfast to snacks sa aga: c/o Jingky Calawod
- lunch: c/o Cornelia Magsipoc
- snacks sa hapon to dinner: c/o Manilyn Mangga
* April 29:
- breakfast to snacks sa aga: c/o Rev. Regino
- lunch to snacks sa hapon: c/o Shirley Candido & family/ She Candido
- dinner: c/o Elssie Fernando
* April 30: breakfast to dinner: c/o Mhar Lhyn Agustino & family
* May 01: breakfast & lunch: c/o Andrea Clarito

Cash donations for VCS: udya naton bul on ang snacks kang mga bata/teachers & parents during their graduation, udya msn bul on ang love gift kang aton 3 teachers, udya man bul on ang tanan nga mga needs during VCS activities (like ribbons sa graduation & amongst others things needed)
- Josephine Agustino: 200;
- Wilson Oderio: 200;
- Mylene Talde: 200;
- Marivic Candido (from Qatar): 1500;
- William Oderio: 300;
- Edna Domingo: 200;
- Chona Montales: 300;
- Chennie Montales: 200;
- Brgy Capt. Myrna Ayon: 500;
- Meliza Ayon: 200;
- Nancy Oderio: 300

+ ang aton taga hatod kang mga needs: manoy Richard Regino
+ aton taga bakal kang mga needs: Marlyn Agustino
+ aton mga a photographers during VCS activities

and to our dear parents & kids, thank you for your time & efforts

also sa aton ginpadara nga VCS teacher Richlyn Mangga, igto tana tulad sa Osorio, San Remegio - thank you sa pag sabat/ sa pag volunteer

Thank you everyone for making our VCS possible udya sa Liboo

Kudos guys!!!