Philippines

Jesus Our Firm Foundation is the name of our new congregation in Manila. This sister church of our congregation in Stockton, California is led by a pastoral staff of four. The church functions with each member belonging to a small group. Senior Pastor Gary Castro is in his final year of preparation at Ashland Theological Seminary, and will return to prepare the church for further growth and development.

Recent Articles

Another Typhoon - Nov. 4 Philippine Update

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Another typhoon struck the Manilla area of the Philippines late last week. November Update from the Philippines.

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Thank You - from BIÑANG ELEMENTARY SCHOOL

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YOUR LOVING GENEROSITY is helping the Philippine flood victims! Please read the Thank you letters from BIÑANG ELEMENTARY SCHOOL.

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Flood Relief Video

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With the worst flooding in decades, our Brethren brothers and sisters have great needs. And we can help! Please view and share this video.

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How Your Help is Reaching Others - Philippines Slideshow

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Through your prayers, support and financial donations, Senior Pastor Gary Castro, and the congregation of Jesus Our Firm Foundation, have begun to reach out with tangible help to their neighbors and community.

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10-09-09 - Philippines Update - More Rain and Mudslides

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Relentless rain and mudslides have once again affected the Philippines ... The needs of the Filipino people are very great.

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Oct. 7th UPDATE from Gary Castro - Philippines

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"... the mark of the height of the water was still clear, the water was about 6 1/2 feet inside our house. One thing that I am thankful though is that I decided to leave our house when the water was still up to my chest."

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URGENT! Prayer Warriors - PRAY for the Philippines!

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Please pray for Pastor Gary Castro and the Filipino people. Today's news states "the Philippines is on high alert as a "super typhoon" is now gathering strength".

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Urgent Needs from Gary Castro (Philippine Flooding)

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THIS IS AN UPDATE: Email from Gary Castro shares their urgent needs.

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Urgent! Prayer Needed for Gary Castro and the Philippine People

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Urgent Prayer Needed for Philippines (Flooding)

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September Update from Gary Castro

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It’s been a year since I came back from the United States... I thank God for what He has done for the past year, and I am excited to see what God have for us for another year. Here is an update from our three congregations in the Philippines:

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