I thank all of the people who prayed and contributed for
the success of the First Sarangani Highlands tribal Youth Camp. It was indeed a
joy for me and the pastors to see the youth gathered in the name of the Lord,
worshipping Him and affirming their love to God.
The Camp’s theme, “I follow Jesus” is such a blessing as
it gave encouragement to the participants and revival to the youth in the
churches.
163 participants came and was blessed. We had a nightly
evangelistic and presentation of Who Jesus is. We had a class for those who
were not baptized yet and those who just gave their heart to Jesus. We had fun
as we divided the group into 10 groups and each group carry the name of the place
where Jesus went during His earthly ministry.
The first Sarangani Highlands
Adventure challenge offered them enough fun as we explore the place of Kihan
with lots of challenges along the way. The participants then reflected that
following Jesus is not easy, going through many challenges was quite an ordeal
for many but after the game they treasured the experience. The Groups also
re-enacted what happened in that place that they represent, the historical
place in Jesus’ time.
The highlight of the camp was the Commitment Night, where
the Pastors carry their candle that symbolizes Jesus, The Youth who committed
to follow Jesus and carry their candle, came to their pastors and lighted their
candle. It was such a heart touching sight. 
In the morning of the last day we baptized 32
young people who committed their lives to the lord. Glory to God!!!
Once again, God proved to me and the tribal pastors that
When we pray in His will, He listens. It was impossible for many to have the
camp because of financial consideration but Faith pushed me to carry on the
vision and indeed God is Great…. He provided our needs and had the camp held
for the first time in this place.
We Thank HIS PLACE WORSHIP CENTER of West Plains,
Missouri for making it possible for us. It is my desire that next year a group
of youth and volunteers from the U.S. could come and experience the Adventure
here and to minister to the people in the mountain. We also thank all the
tribal pastors of SARANGANI HIGHLANDS MINISTERIAL FELLOWSHIP who contributed
financially despite of limited resources, to Rocky Selga of Shooter’s Shop
Davao and the Vice Governor Jinkee Pacquiao for some sacks of Rice.
GOD BLESS US ALL
PASTOR JOJO GUBAL
EFM Ministry associate