CFFC - San Isidro Celebrates 4th Anniversary and Harvest Festival

"In every thing give thanks: for this is the will of God in
Christ Jesus concerning you."
I Thessalonians 5:18

Another milestone in the history of Cornerstone Family Fellowship Center – San Isidro, Isabela took place last May 2, 2010 as we celebrated our 4^th
Church Anniversary and Harvest Festival.

We all felt the joy as the members gather together in decorating the church building a day before this event. Many testified that they weren’t able to sleep well because of excitement of what would happen on this very special day.

Many came early on the day of celebration. We had our motorcade around the poblacion of the San Isidro town proper – for the very first time!!! All vehicle owners of the church participated and all of us felt God’s presence as we lined-up and prepare for the motorcade. As the motorcade started, all vehicles sounded the alarm – telling the people who saw us and witnessed the motorcade that the Lord loves them so much. Many people got confused if we are campaigning for politicians (campaign period for the national & local elections in the Philippines) but we proved them that we are not – for we are campaigning and proclaiming that Jesus Christ is Lord and through Him we can be saved! As we approach the four main barangays around the town proper, people were happy seeing us as we shouted “Mahal po kayo ng Panginoon!!!” (The Lord loves you!!!).

After the motorcade, we immediately proceeded to the church building and rest for a while. The ushering committee led our guests and visitors to the chairs reserved for them. These guests include the would-be godparents for the mass dedication of our children and invited people. The couple, Pastor Merwyn Estabillo and wife Marilyn Estabillo – our program hosts started the service at 8:45 A.M. Pastor Rey Sermonia led the opening prayer. Pastor Alexander F. Ritua and the praise and worship team led the powerful praise and worship. This year’s Director General, Bro. Jacob Punzalan, welcomed everyone and told them to enjoy the moment with the Lord.

The different ministries (children, youth, women and men) were able to present special numbers with video clips on each ministry’s accomplishments and activities.

One of the highlights of the presentations is the video clip about the church humble beginnings, where it is now and what it is heading in the coming days. All of us sensed God’s presence as we reminisced on the years we’ve been through. The glimpses that were shown reminded us of the faithfulness and goodness of our God – He has never left us in our journey and quest for our promised land... Giving of tithes/offering immediately followed. All of us brought our best since that day is also our harvest festival.

Pastor Adonis Manango, our senior pastor, encouraged us to go and attain our goals. His message focused on Acts 2:21, “And everyone who calls on the name of the Lord will be saved“. We were reminded once again of our commitment in proclaiming the good news to the lost and would never forget praying for the great awakening and revival that will soon take place – that every knee shall bow and every tongue confess that Jesus Christ is Lord.

The mass dedication of our children immediately followed with 11 children dedicated. New faces flocked in front and served as godparents of the children being dedicated. Parents of the children with ages ranged from 1-11 years old were so happy during the dedication knowing that they already offered their children to the Lord.

After the service, the congregation shared a sumptuous lunch together. Every barangay shared two viands that were served with a smile by the women ministry. All of us went home with full stomachs – both physically and spiritually!

To all of you who prayed for us and gave your full support for the success of our anniversary and harvest festival, we are forever grateful...May the Lord bless you a thousand-fold!

Here in Cornerstone Family Fellowship Center - San Isidro, Isabela, Philippines, we will never stop praising, worshiping, serving, desperately seeking and loving the Lord until He comes! To God be all the glory, honor, power and praises – now and forevermore!

Posted by:

Ptr. Alexander F. Ritua