06/08/2026
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Last July 25, 2026, the Southern-Western Leyte Conference Christian Youth Fellowship (SWLC-CYF) Executive Committee successfully conducted its 2nd Special Face-to-Face Meeting at UCCP Baybay, Baybay City, Leyte.
The meeting became a significant milestone as the Executive Committee finalized the SWLC-CYF Objectives, Goals, Strategies, and Measures (OGSM) for Ecclesiastical Year 2026โ2028, establishing the strategic direction that will guide the ministry in the coming years. The body also identified and consolidated programs and activities under the five strategic areas, strengthened organizational systems, discussed youth leadership development, stewardship and resource sustainability, prophetic witness and community engagement, ecumenical partnerships, and affirmed initiatives that will further deepen the ministry of the Christian Youth Fellowship throughout the Conference.
Among the major highlights of the meeting were the approval of the Christmas Youth Camp 2026 subtheme, "KOINONIA: Sharing the Table, Lifting the Lowly" (Luke 14:13โ14), the implementation of the CYF Membership Profiling, the integration of Media and Literacy Training, Liturgical and Worship Training, and Basic Life Support Training as camp interest groups, the establishment of the SWLC-CYF Disaster Risk Reduction and Management (DRRM) Team, the strengthening of committee supervision and organizational coordination, and the presentation of proposed programs and activities from the three circuits of the Conference.
The Executive Committee likewise finalized the composition of its committees and reaffirmed its commitment to work together in building a more organized, responsive, and Christ-centered youth ministry for the Conference. Through prayerful discernment and meaningful dialogue, the meeting served not only as a planning session but also as an opportunity to strengthen unity, collaboration, and our shared commitment to faithfully serve the young people of the Church.
We extend our heartfelt gratitude to the UCCP Baybay Congregation for warmly welcoming us and allowing the Executive Committee to hold this important meeting in their local church. We also sincerely thank Rev. Levi Lou Amora, Administrative Pastor, and Mr. Edgar Berador, Chairman of the Church, for their gracious accommodation, support, and hospitality throughout the gathering.
Our sincere appreciation is likewise extended to the Narajos Family for generously sponsoring the lunch and snacks, whose kindness and generosity greatly contributed to the success of our meeting and fellowship.
Above all, we give thanks to God for His wisdom, guidance, and faithfulness throughout our discussions and planning. May the plans we have prayerfully laid become faithful ministries that glorify God, strengthen His Church, and empower the Christian Youth Fellowship to continue walking with Christ in service and mission.