Dr. Fabella, a certified US Master Life Coach and adjunct psychology professor at the Adventist University of the Philippines, teamed up with Pr. Gabin, the vice president for Nurturing Discipleship Retention-Integrated Evangelism Lifestyle (NDR-EIL) in the Southern Asia-Pacific Division, is a guest lecturer at the Bi-Union Life Coach Reclaimer’s Trainers Training which took place from January 22 to 24, 2024, at the SWPUC Guest House. 

The Southwestern Philippine Union Conference (SWPUC) recently held an electrifying advisory meeting under its new name and leadership from January 15-16. The meeting brought together executive officers and department heads from five missions and conferences, namely the North Central Mindanao Conference, Central Mindanao Mission, Northeastern Mindanao Mission, Western Mindanao Conference, and Zamboanga Peninsula Mission.

In an exciting achievement for Southwestern Philippine Union Conference (SWPUC) and the field of qualitative research, Dr. Alevir Pido, the Education Director at SWPUC, has been acknowledged for her contribution to the recently released book, "Transformative Moments in Qualitative Research Method, Theory, and Reflection," compiled by lead author Anna Cohen Miller. This notable publication, which is published by Routledge 605 Third Avenue, New York, stands as a testament to the groundbreaking work being done in qualitative research.

The Southwestern Philippine Union Conference (SWPUC) marked the dawn of the year with a heartfelt expression of thanksgiving, solemn prayers, and moments of contemplation led by its freshly elected officials and directors.

With a spotlight on the significance of serving God amidst the whirlwind of daily life, this year's Ten Days of Prayer resonated with attendees, emphasizing the essence of spirituality amid busyness.

January 9-10, 2024 - In a prime time meeting held by the South Western Philippine Union Conference (SWPUC), departmental events for the year 2024 were carefully sketched and synchronized. The meeting was attended by all Department Directors and officers under the leadership of President Jerry Patalinghug, who was recently elected as the head of SWPUC.

On the tranquil evening of December 18th, Mallberry Hotel played host to a heartwarming gathering of the dedicated workers of the South Philippine Union Mission Conference (SPUC). It was a night overflowing with gratitude and sincere reflection, as the imminent dissolution of the South Philippine Union Conference loomed in light of the establishment of two newly formed Unions: the South Western Philippine Union Conference (SWPUC) and the South Eastern Philippine Union Mission (SEPUM).

Pastors from the North Central Mindanao Conference successfully completed the Spiritual Formation of Pastor Program held on November 12-14, 2023. This program, a crucial requirement for pastoral ordination, is designed to improve their spiritual lives and advance their ecclesiastical work.

The participants were Pr. James Alferez, Pr. Vincent Baragona, Pr. Renee Lagata, Pr. Gilbert Emberda, and Pr. Joel Ramonal. These individuals gained deeper insights into shepherding their congregations, investing time and effort in strengthening their own spiritual foundations.

The South Philippines recently celebrated the Care Group Festival on December 8-9, 2023, resulting in an incredible 6,673 baptisms as the event came to a close on Saturday. Held simultaneously at various locations across Mindanao, the festival featured uplifting messages from different assigned to visit leaders missions or conferences conferences.

On December 4, 2023, at Adams Seventh-day Adventist Church in Davao City, President Pr. Danielo Palomares, newly appointed to lead Southeastern Philippine Union Mission, presided over its inaugural constituency meeting alongside fellow new administrators, Executive Secretary Pr. Magdadaro, and Treasurer Lawrence Lamera.

Adventist World Radio (AWR) and the Central Mindanao Mission recently concluded an impactful evangelism campaign in San Fernando and Sitio Natampod, Brgy. Namnam, with an astounding result of 1729 baptisms. The event, which ran from November 26 to December 2, was an extraordinary joint effort between AWR and the Central Mindanao Mission. Held simultaneously at the San Fernando gym and Sitio Natampod, the campaign witnessed a remarkable display of faith and total member involvement.