Southwestern Philippine Union Conference (SwPUC)  and Southeastern Philippine Union Mission (SEPUM) Publishing Department collaborated to organize a significant Bi-Union United Prayer Anniversary at the Southwestern Philippine Union Conference Garden Church from February 7-10, 2024. 

This event marked the end of their year-long 2023 United Prayer early morning worship program, which started at 3:30 AM. It was open to dedicated literature evangelists from across Mindanao, with an attendance record of at least 65%. Managers and publishing directors from various missions and conferences under SWPUC and SEPUM also attended the event.

The program included morning and evening devotionals, with respected speakers like Pr Elvin Salarda, SwPUC Ministerial Director; Pr Roxie Joy Pido, SwPUC Communication Director; and Pr Danny Inato, SEPUM Publishing Director. Pr Antonio Duroy, NCMC Publishing Director conducted Sabbath School. 

During the Divine Service, Pr Max Dante Ubbos, SWPUC Executive Secretary, delivered a powerful message, and Pastor Abesta, SWPUC Publishing Director, highlighted the importance of prayer in our lives during the concluding commitment service.

Apart from spiritual activities, the event also included a city tour, a delectable delicacy-making contest by missions and conferences, and sports activities. Delegates expressed their deep appreciation for the well-executed program, emphasizing its diverse events beyond traditional lectures when interviewed.

By Roxie Pido
SwPUC Communication Department