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August Updates

After the busiest half year we have ever had at DPDM, we decided to take a bit of a break for the month of August. However, things kick back in in September.

 Our first major mission will be 26-28 September in Ambaguio, Nueva Viscaya. This is in partnership with Vernacular Video Ministries.  

 We are also looking forward to learn more about how God is using the Philippines as a missionary sending nation at the Missions Conference going on at PBTS (Baguio City) September 10-12.

 We have more medical missions going on later in the year (looking into places in La Union, Pangasinan, Bicol, and more), and have plans to begin more Community Development work in the next 2 months.  

Hope some of you can find ways to be involved with us!! 

 
Disaster Relief Report, Kalibo, Aklan. July 2008

DAKILANG PAGIBIG “DIADEM” MINISTRIES, INC.

Baguio City

 

MISSION REPORT

 

LOCATION:              Various locations in kalibo, Aklan

DATE:                   July 19 & 20, 2008


HOST CHURCH:              New Assembly of God Church, Kalibo, Aklan

                                    Anointed Savior Christian Assembly, Tigayon, Kalibo, Aklan

                                    Glad Tidings Fellowship, Mabilo, Kalibo, Aklan

FUNDED BY:            Dakilang Pagibig partners abroad and in the Philippines

                                    Samaritan Foundation Allied Services, Inc., Iloilo City

                                    Institutional Foundation of Learning, Cabugao, Laguna

NUMBER OF VOLUNTEERS FROM:

 BAGUIO CITY & MANILA:  04

                                                 Iloilo: 13

                                                Aklan: Numerous

 

PARTNER ORGANIZATIONS:  Samaritan Foundation and Allied Services, Inc

                                                           Operation Blessings Intl

                                                           Aklan Physician’s Medical Association

 

STATISTICS:

SERVICES PROVIDED

BAKHAO

SUR

NEW

BUSWANG

 

TIGAYON

 

MABILO

 

 

 

 

 

MEDICAL

349

582

358

549

ADULT

150

227

198

300

CHILDREN

199

355

160

249

SALVATION

134

131

170

200

INTRODUCTION:

This is a Disaster Relief Operation to alleviate the hardships of the people of Aklan due to the devastating effect of Typhoon Frank in late June.  Most of the barangays of Aklan were under water and mud brought about by the said typhoon.  It’s been a month since the cruel typhoon ripped through Aklan but several houses we saw still have no permanent roofs in place and broken trees still lay in ruins in most parts of Aklan. Mud, now turned to dust over concrete roads, covers most of the streets of Aklan. Many people lost their homes and belongings to the strong winds, water, and mud.  Worse of all, many people lost their lives due to the elements mentioned above. 

Pastor Gallos of New Assembly of God church in Kalibo requested a medical mission outreach to the victims of typhoon Frank. Operation Blessings have been providing the much needed help to the typhoon victims shortly after the calamity struck the Visayan peninsula.  

Our skeleton crew from Baguio City joined our partner organizations as coordinated by Samaritan Foundation and Allied Services, Inc. and in cooperation with our host churches.

COMMENTS:

It was truly a joy to be part of this very important operation. Indeed it was a great harvest of souls.  Hundreds of people, who just went through the most adverse condition of their lives, not only came to the mission points to receive free medical services but they also came to receive Jesus Christ as Lord and Savior of their lives.

This Medical mission outreach is just one of the many ways to help alleviate the hardships of the victims of typhoon Frank.  Many people that came through the medical service lines still have fresh wounds in lower parts of their bodies.  These were caused by sharp objects buried underneath the mud and water as they walk barefooted during the height of the typhoon.  We were so blessed to see people smile, despite their misfortunes, as they came to receive their medicines from the pharmacy. We saw how God works in wonderful ways to care for His children.  Yes, the spiritual impact in the lives of our patients bring great dividends in the days, weeks, months, and years ahead.

Only time will tell when these people will pick up the pieces of their lives and move on to conquer the fear that haunts them during the past several weeks.  We believe that God will continue to heal them and restores in them the joy of knowing a loving Savior.

OUR GRATITUDE TO:

Our prayer partners and supporters who continue to encourage us through their prayers and financial support. Many people are better off today because of your love for the less fortunate people and victims of natural disasters.  Our partner organizations for allowing us to be a part of this every important outreach.  To God be the glory!

 
Mini-Medical. July 2008. City Camp Proper, Baguio

DAKILANG PAGIBIG “DIADEM” MINISTRIES, INC.

Baguio City

MISSION REPORT

LOCATION:              City Camp Barangay Hall, Baguio City

DATE:                   July 5, 2008

HOST CHURCH:              Divine Love Kids Club

FUNDED BY:            Spring Hill Baptist Church, Ruckersville, VA

STATISTICS:

TOTAL NUMBER OF PATIENTS

170

MEDICAL

170

                          “GOODY BAGS”

124

 

INTRODUCTION:

Divine Love Kids Club (DLKC) is a Saturday Bible Club that reaches out to children in different barangays in Baguio City. Presently, they are involved in two barangays (communities) with plans to start in a third in a few weeks. DLKC was founded by Celia Munson and Venus Baltazar in July 2007. Celia is also a cofounder of DPDM. This is the third partnership between DPDM and DLKC. The first was at Honeymoon Barangay in August 2007. The second was Project Tuli in April 2008.

The goal of the mission was not strictly medical care or evangelism. Although we provided both, the focus was on health training and making connections in the community to draw more children to the Saturday Kids Club meetings. To do this, the focus was on fun.

We had puppets, games, balloon animals, and goody bags. Included in this were vitamin packs, toothbrushes, and toothpaste for the children. Almost all of the patients were children 5-12, although we did allow a few infants and adults come as well, based on need.

It was a great day. The barangay leadership, headed by Mrs. Abellera, were extremely appreciative of our effort to help the children in their community. DLKC will be looking for more opportunities to partner there. We are thankful for the assistance by Dr. Rene and Dr. Rain in caring for the many patients, as well as the many volunteers from DPDM and DLKC who worked so hard to make the mission a success. TO GOD BE THE GLORY!

 
Med Mission June 2008. Pagudpud, Ilocos Norte

Medical Mission near Pagudpud, Ilocos Norte with follow-on mini-medical at Shekinah Home in Dingras.This report is written by Mattie Patterson. She is a student at the College of William and Mary. She served on a 2 month short-term mission here in Baguio City.

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DAKILANG PAGIBIG “DIADEM” MINISTRIES, INC.

Baguio City

MISSION REPORT

LOCATION:              Dampig, Pagudpud, Ilocos Norte

DATE:                   June 21-22, 2008

HOST CHURCH:              Dampig Christian Fellowship Center, Dampig, Pagudpud,

                                    Ilocos Norte

FUNDED BY:            Dakilang Pagibig partners abroad and in the Philippines

NUMBER OF VOLUNTEERS FROM BAGUIO CITY & MANILA:  15

STATISTICS:

TOTAL NUMBER OF PATIENTS

406

MEDICAL

309

DENTAL

50

SURGERY: CIRCUMCISION

                     CYST REMOVAL  

38

 9

PRAYED TO RECEIVE CHRIST

349

REQUESTED BIBLE STUDY

38

RECOMMITTED TO CHRIST

54

 
INTRODUCTION:

We were invited by Dampig Christian Fellowship Center to bring medical and dental care to Pagudpud, Ilocos Norte.  Pagudpud is located in northern Luzon, surrounded by God’s wonderful creation of mountains and beaches.  Ilocano is the dominant dialect in the area.  In fact, one pastor serving with us commented that they believe it’s the language of heaven because Ilocanos are found all over the world!  DPDM partnered with Dampig Christian Fellowship Center, an Assembly of God church, in a film showing and medical mission.  DPDM also visited the Shekinah Home in Dingras to conduct a mini-medical mission. 

COMMENTS:

Volunteers gathered in Baguio City on Friday morning for the 11-hour journey to Pagudpud, Ilocos Norte.  JR Andres made sure that the long drive was broken up by numerous stops for specialty foods and sight-seeing along the way.  After arriving at Dampig Christian Fellowship Center in Pagudpud, the team relaxed at one of the beautiful beaches in the area and then held a Vernacular Video Ministry film showing that night.  The team was broken up into different groups and hosted by members of the church overnight. 

Saturday morning, the team met early to begin setting up for the medical mission.  JR Andres coordinated who would be serving at each station: registration, vital signs, evangelism, medical, dental, surgery and pharmacy.  The husband and wife team of doctors, the Buadas, were celebrating their 24th wedding anniversary while serving on the mission field, so in the afternoon, the group surprised them with a cake.  Everyone was touched by their willingness to give of their time on such an important day in their lives.  At the end of a long day, the team traveled again to another beach in the area, known as the Blue Lagoon.  This provided a time of rest and relaxation on the beach and in the water for the team.  As we watched the waves roll and the sunset, we were amazed by God’s creation and the beautiful blessings He provided for us.  

Sunday morning, the team attended Dampig Christian Fellowship Center’s worship service where we were prayed over.  The church also presented JR Andres with a plaque of appreciation.  The team loaded up to travel to the Shekinah Home after the service.  Even as we drove away, a few church members ran up to the window to give us a few more gifts of refreshments for the road. 

At the Shekinah Home, the team provided basic medical check-ups and medicine, handed out toothbrushes and toothpaste, and made balloon animals for the children.  The children were very excited to play and laugh with the team members.  After holding the babies, hugging many of the children, and sharing Christ’s love with them, members of the team became quite attached to the children.  By mid-afternoon, the team hit the road again for the long journey back to Baguio.   

OUR GRATITUDE TO:

Much thanks goes to the leaders and members of Dampig Christian Fellowship Center as well as the workers at the Shekinah Home.  Thanks goes to those who provided accommodations and delicious food!  DPDM also thanks the volunteers who gave of themselves to serve Christ in a mighty way. 

 

 
Newsletter and July Updates

The 3rd Quarter 2008 Newsletter is now on our Website.

       -Text Only Version is in NEWSLETTERS Page

       -Full Newsletter (.pdf) is in DOWNLOADS, under NEWSLETTERS.

 

The 2nd half of 2008 starts big with a minimedical mission at City Camp Proper, Baguio City, for children on July 5th. The same day, training will be done in Agribusiness technology  

 Thoughts for the moment:

 

"The church as a whole must be concerned with both evangelism and social action. It is not a case of either-or; it is both-and; anything less is only a partial gospel, not the whole counsel of God."

-Robert D. Dehann


Jesus was a revolutionary, not in the guerrilla warfare sense, but in His teaching on leadership. The term servant speaks everywhere of low prestige, low respect, low honor. Most people are not attracted to such a low-value role. When Jesus used the term, however, it was a synonym of greatness. And that was a revolutionary idea.”

(“Spiritual Leadership” by J. Oswald Sanders, p. 21)

 

 

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