“But you will receive power when the Holy Spirit comes on you; and you will be my witnesses in Jerusalem , and in all Judea and Samaria
and to the ends of the earth.” - ACTS 1:8
and to the ends of the earth.” - ACTS 1:8
Acts 1:8, the theme of the very first “Ablaze for God Leadership Training-Workshop” held on April 2, 2011 at CFFC-San Isidro, Gomez, 
The whole-day activity started with an opening prayer led by Bro. Clever Sermonia, the youth chairman followed by the praise and worship by the Psalmists of God Band. Bro. Novito Lacuesta, vice-chair of the men’s ministry welcomed the participants. The training proper followed immediately with Ptra. Mariebel M. Manango who lectured on the topic: “Make Me a Servant: Knowing Your Roles and Responsibilities”. She discussed the importance of servanthood and gave examples from the early church experiences in the bible. A workshop followed titled “Where Do I Belong?” where the leaders chose what ministry/department they wanted to be involved in by writing their names on the spaces provided for.
The Holy Spirit and You, the second topic was discussed by Ptr. Jose Adonis V. Manango, the Head Pastor. He taught about the Holy Spirit as the Third Person of the Godhead – not a force or power but God himself. He introduced the Holy Spirit in His different names attributed to Him. After the lecture, a salo-salo together for lunch was done.
The third topic on “The Gifts of the Holy Spirit” was handled by Ptr. Reynaldo O. Sermonia, Pastor of CFFC-Sta, Monica, Echague. He discussed one-by-one the nine gifts of the Holy Spirit that are available to every believer which can be used in any situation and give glory to God. He shared some experiences on the operation of such gifts.
The last topic titled “Reaching-out Strategies and Areas of Influences: was tackled by Ptr. Alexander F. Ritua. He stressed that each leader should consider himself as a co-worker in God’s vineyard. All should respond to God’s calling the each one should participate in the fulfilment of God’s Great Commission stated in Matthew 28:19-20.
In the evening, the Commitment Night and Anointing Service were held. It was so awe-inspiring to see that all the leaders came in their best dresses ever! The night was so special from the very start. We felt God’s presence as we worship Him singing the songs “Light My Life and The Potter’s Hand”. Special songs like “Paghirang”, “Gawing Handog Ako”, and “Pagtawag ng Diyos” were presented by the CFFC Singers really encouraged everyone. The video clip “People Need the Lord” was shown and left all the participants speechless.
Ptr. Jose Adonis Manango delivered his message centered on the Holy Spirit. He challenged all the leaders to make a stand and respond to the call that we must become His witnesses to the world (fishers of men), a co-worker in God’s vineyard and fulfilling God’s will in our lives. The anointing service was a heart-warming experience, as we worship and sang the song “King of kings, Majesty”, almost everyone were left sobbing. The leaders were anointed with oil as a part of commissioning and impartation of church leadership and gifts.
The distribution of certificates of participation to the 30 leaders was done after the anointing service which was awarded by the pastors and chairs of the youth, women and men’s ministries. An intimate prayer time with God was done after the awarding. With the closing song “More Power to You”, each one embraced the other leaders while telling them “more power to you in your service to the Lord”. All felt God’s presence and were teary-eyed after the service.
Truly, we were all once again refreshed, revived and became “ablazed for God”. To God be the glory!
In the evening, the Commitment Night and Anointing Service were held. It was so awe-inspiring to see that all the leaders came in their best dresses ever! The night was so special from the very start. We felt God’s presence as we worship Him singing the songs “Light My Life and The Potter’s Hand”. Special songs like “Paghirang”, “Gawing Handog Ako”, and “Pagtawag ng Diyos” were presented by the CFFC Singers really encouraged everyone. The video clip “People Need the Lord” was shown and left all the participants speechless.Ptr. Jose Adonis Manango delivered his message centered on the Holy Spirit. He challenged all the leaders to make a stand and respond to the call that we must become His witnesses to the world (fishers of men), a co-worker in God’s vineyard and fulfilling God’s will in our lives. The anointing service was a heart-warming experience, as we worship and sang the song “King of kings, Majesty”, almost everyone were left sobbing. The leaders were anointed with oil as a part of commissioning and impartation of church leadership and gifts. The distribution of certificates of participation to the 30 leaders was done after the anointing service which was awarded by the pastors and chairs of the youth, women and men’s ministries. An intimate prayer time with God was done after the awarding. With the closing song “More Power to You”, each one embraced the other leaders while telling them “more power to you in your service to the Lord”. All felt God’s presence and were teary-eyed after the service.Truly, we were all once again refreshed, revived and became “ablazed for God”. To God be the glory!Posted by:
Pastor Alexander F. Ritua
Pastor Alexander F. Ritua
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