Kim and I were talking with my sister last night through a video call. We praise the Lord that she can now move about quite freely, eat well, and, most especially…

A disciple of Jesus is someone who follows Him, and this goes beyond just knowing about Him. It’s about putting what we know into practice in our daily lives. Following Jesus changes how we connect with God, with others, and with…

This weekend Americans celebrate Labor Day, a holiday which acknowledges the social and economic contributions of workers in America. It became a federal holiday in 1894 as a result of the labor movement's efforts to honor the…

After three hours of Conflict Management training at the SECC Executive Board Room with Dr. Brian Cafferky, both my mind and my stomach needed a break. The session was challenging, practical, and very engaging. We worked…

I asked Kim to join me because I was an official delegate at the Pacific Union Conference Constituency Meeting, which was followed by the Pastors’ and Families’ Retreat at the same place. We spent…

Last Wednesday, I went with Kim to Target in Eastlake. She wanted to buy a toy for a child in her Primary Sabbath School class who had answered one of her questions correctly. While Kim shopped, I headed to Lowe’s to pick up a few things I needed to fix a sprinkler in…

Since my family moved to the United States, I’ve come to appreciate the Rest Areas along major highways. We didn’t have these in the Philippines, probably because our highways were much shorter back then, and most provincial roads, similar to some interstate routes here, were just…

The North America Adventist Filipino Churches Association (NAAFCA) brings together Filipino-American and Filipino-Canadian Seventh-day Adventist churches across North America. Working closely with the Asian/Pacific Ministries of…

It is wonderful to see our children leading us in worship today. Their energy, sincerity, and joyful participation show us that God loves the praise of His children. As we come together, we remember that God is already with us, welcoming…

You might not know that our weekly preaching calendar is based on the Growing Together curriculum, which our children, youth, young adults, and parents all use. Our Conference developed this curriculum, and more churches are choosing it because it is rooted in the Bible and focuses on families…

We thank God for another successful Vacation Bible School at San Diego Fil-Am, that wraps up today! Our children enjoyed a memorable adventure filled with Bible stories, worship, crafts, games, music, food, friendships, and creative…

Today, on the Fourth of July, we celebrate two important milestones in the histories of both the United States, our home, and the Philippines, our country of birth. This year is the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of …

Many of us have heard the saying, "Promises are made to be broken." Unfortunately, life sometimes makes this feel true. People let us down, commitments…

You might not have noticed that gas prices have gone down recently, but for families planning summer trips, it’s a welcome change. Some in our church family have already traveled, and others are…

Graduation season is a vibrant and joyous time, marked by celebrations and unique traditions. From funny car drawings to students adorned…

How often do you go through your pantry and throw out expired canned goods or groceries? My wife, Kim, does this from time to time. Sometimes she finds just a few things to…

Last weekend’s campout at Dos Picos truly felt like a breath of fresh air. It gave us a much-needed break from our routines and, even more, helped us sense God’s healing presence—both as individuals and as a community. I want to thank Family Ministries for organizing and leading this special experience. Thank you to…

The older I get, the more I want a slower life.

The world nowadays is too fast. I find myself being in a hurry all the time. Even when I have some quiet moments, I feel the need to be “productive”. Companies are creating products and software that are supposed to optimize our time. The irony…

Some of my fondest memories of my mother, Elidina Mora Liwanag, are about her cooking, her hospitality, her gentle way of stepping in when our father needed to discipline us, and most of all, her deep trust in God and faithful Christian life. I saw for myself how she loved all ten of us as if each were her only child. She made…

While strolling along the Imperial Beach Pier early this week with my kababayan (townmate) Ruth Tan Hoyumpa, her husband Lito, and my wife Kim, we enjoyed a meaningful and…