The Episcopal Church in the Philippines

PRIME BISHOP’S MESSAGE

ADDRESS TO 4th OF 12th EXECUTIVE COUNCIL MEETING

July 09, 2025

A pleasant morning to everyone! Let me begin by expressing my heartfelt gratitude to the esteemed members of the Executive Council—our hardworking national staff, devoted bishops, dedicated clergy, faithful lay members and professionals, and committed partners across our Church institutions. Your unwavering dedication and sacrifices are the foundation of the Episcopal Church in the Philippines.

Before proceeding, allow me to share a brief reflection on the passage that was read to you from Matthew 5:13–16, which has guided my preparation for this address. In these specific verses, Jesus tells His followers: “You are the salt of the earth. You are the light of the world. A city on a hill cannot be hidden… Let your light so shine before others, that they may see your good works and glorify your Father in heaven.”

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Dedication and Consecration of Krus na Banal Episcopal Church,

EXPANDING MISSION WORK THE E-CARE WAY

On September 14, 2024, the first Episcopal Church building in the province of Capiz in Western Visayas was consecrated, expanding the ECP’s presence in the island of Panay and among members who, four years ago, had never heard of the Episcopal Church in their lifetimes. This worship center of Krus na Banal Episcopal Church was constructed through the assistance of St. Luke’s Medical Center. It stands on a one hectare lot along the Aklan-Capiz highway at the gateway to Roxas City purchased by the ECP in 2023.

Krus na Banal was admitted as an organized mission by the Convocation of the Visayas Missionary Diocese in March.

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THE ECP’S BANQUET FUND NEWSLETTER

The Banquet Fund was established by the ECP as one program where people can live out the parable of the great banquet in Luke 14:7-14. People who host celebrations and cannot fully obey this commandment may give to this Fund which supports those whose livelihoods are devastated by disasters. This quarter, we share with you stories of: Recovering a farmland that was almost lost during the pandemic; Passing on the Gift in our housing project in Makilala, North Cotabato; Establishment of Rain Catchments; and the list of donation which now amounts to P1,441,445.42 as of June 30, 2024. (READ ISSUE HERE)

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