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The United Church of Christ in the Philippines (UCCP) is an indigenous evangelical church formed by the union of Protestant Mission churches and institutions in 1948. This union includes the Presbyterian, Philippine Methodists, Brethren, Disciples and Congregational Churches. This page was created and is maintained by the UCCP National Office through the Communications, Research and Documentation Office.

27/05/2026

13TH QUADRENNIAL GENERAL ASSEMBLY

Morning Worship | DAY 4

Madison Park Hotel, Tacloban City

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26/05/2026

AWARDS NIGHT | 13TH QUADRENNIAL GENERAL ASSEMBLY

✨Heritage Builders Award Bestowal
✨Recognition of Centennial Local Churches
✨Recognition of Best Performing Church Educational Institutions (CEIs)
✨Song Writing Awards

Madison Park Hotel, Tacloban City
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26/05/2026

WATCH | The UCCP Bishops’ Spouses Fellowship (BSF) gathered as a sacred space of spiritual grounding, shared discernment, and leadership formation alongside the Constitutional Convention and 13th General Assembly from May 20-28, 2026.

Dr. Vachel Gay V. Paller and Rev. Lilibeth Tendero from the South Luzon Jurisdiction shared how they personally reflected and resonated with this year’s Quadrennial Theme, “Walking with Jesus: Journeying with the Anawim,” as companions of bishops serving in wider jurisdictions.

Guided by Micah 6:8 and Luke 4:18-19, the fellowship reflected on the role of bishops’ spouses as companions, nurturers, silent leaders, and partners in ministry.

Through worship, soul-sharing circles, workshops, program planning, and covenant-building activities, participants reflected on the realities faced by today’s Anawim, including poverty, migration, environmental injustice, and marginalized communities. Sessions also focused on strengthening women and family ministries, pastoral care, gender justice, youth engagement, and community accompaniment.

DAY 3 | International and Ecumenical PartnersThe International Partners Fellowship held a Round Table Discussion alongsi...
26/05/2026

DAY 3 | International and Ecumenical Partners

The International Partners Fellowship held a Round Table Discussion alongside the ongoing 13th General Assembly, creating a meaningful space for dialogue on pressing social, economic, and human rights concerns through shared ministry and global accompaniment.

The gathering opened with worship led by Bishop Victor Paller and a warm welcome from the Acting General Secretary, Bishop Joseph G. Agpaoa. The session also highlighted over four decades of global partnership as Rev. Cobbie Palm introduced various companion organizations supporting the UCCP in mission and advocacy.

The session also highlighted over four decades of global partnership, with ecumenical companions representing churches and mission bodies from the United Church of Australia (Synod of South Australia), United Church of Canada, Presbyterian Church of Korea, United Church of Christ and Christian Church (Disciples of Christ), UnitingWorld, UEM, World Communion of Reformed Churches / ecumenical mission networks, and the National Council of Churches in the Philippines.

A National Situationer was presented by AJ Canabi (Tulong Kabataan) and Atty. Johann Arpon of National of Peoples Lawyers - Eastern Visayas (NUPL-EV), providing critical context on current social realities in the Philippines.

Rev. Dr. George Lungay underscored the Church’s commitment to holistic community development and prophetic witness.

Partners engaged in open sharing, identified key gaps, and reaffirmed commitments toward deeper collaboration and collective action moving forward.

Together, the fellowship continues to walk in faith and solidarity for justice, peace, and fullness of life for all.

During the Morning Worship last May 25, 2026, before the start of the plenary session of the 13th Quadrennial General As...
26/05/2026

During the Morning Worship last May 25, 2026, before the start of the plenary session of the 13th Quadrennial General Assembly, Rev. Dr. Lope B. Robin shared a powerful reflection on the Church’s calling to make the signs of the Kingdom of God visible and tangible in today’s society.

Dr. Robin’s BTR focused on the UCCP Quadrennial Theme, “Walking with Jesus: Journeying with the Anawim.” He emphasized that the Anawim represent the poor, oppressed, marginalized, and vulnerable who God continually stands with throughout Scripture.

Dr. Robin highlighted that Jesus’ ministry was centered on liberation, justice, compassion, and solidarity with the least in society.

He challenged the Church to move beyond words and actively confront corruption, inequality, exploitation, and social injustice in today’s context.

The reflection ultimately called the UCCP to remain prophetic and faithful by journeying with the present-day Anawim and continuing Christ’s mission of love, justice, and abundant life for all.

“We must confront modern ‘temple systems’ that neglect the poor. We affirm our prophetic calling by enhancing our healing ministries and defending the oppressed,” Dr. Robin said, calling the Church’s role in the transformation and advancement of its policies, programs, and thrusts.

Grounded in the UCCP Statement of Faith, he emphasized that faith and action are inseparable and that the Church bears both moral and spiritual responsibility to embody justice, peace, compassion, and transformative witness amid contemporary realities.

As the UCCP continues to journey with the Anawim, may this challenge move us beyond words and into faithful action — becoming living signs of God’s kingdom among the people.

DAY 3 GENERAL ASSEMBLY | MORNING DEVOTIONThe third day of the UCCP 13th Quadrennial General Assembly opened with Morning...
26/05/2026

DAY 3 GENERAL ASSEMBLY | MORNING DEVOTION

The third day of the UCCP 13th Quadrennial General Assembly opened with Morning Devotion which highlights the Biblico-Theological Reflection exposed by Rev. Dr. Lope B. Robin.

Dr. Robin’s BTR focused on the UCCP Quadrennial Theme, “Walking with Jesus: Journeying with the Anawim.” He emphasized that the Anawim represent the poor, oppressed, marginalized, and vulnerable whom God continually stands with throughout Scripture.
Robin highlighted that Jesus’ ministry was centered on liberation, justice, compassion, and solidarity with the least in society.

He challenged the Church to move beyond words and actively confront corruption, inequality, exploitation, and social injustice in today’s context.

The reflection ultimately called the UCCP to remain prophetic and faithful by journeying with the present-day Anawim and continuing Christ’s mission of love, justice, and abundant life for all.

“We must confront modern ‘temple systems’ that neglect the poor. We affirm our prophetic calling by enhancing our healing ministries and defending the oppressed,” Robin said, calling the Church’s role in transformation and advancement of its policies, programs, and thrusts.

The BTR was followed by meaningful reactions from Rev. James Israel M. Cababan and Sis. Junesse Crisostomo-Pilario. Responding to the BTR, Rev. Cababan emphasized, from the lens of a local church pastor, that the phrase “walking with Jesus” would mean to empathize with people who are in need of God’s love – the sick, lonely, or anxious members. In summing up his reaction, Rev. Cababan quoted Jesus’ Sermon on the Mount written in Matthew 5:3. He concluded that the anawim are the workers who are not receiving just wages in big companies, the farmers who are forced to sell their lands, the fisherfolk along Cavite City bay whose quality of catch are being affected because of recent reclamation projects.

The second reactor, Sis. Crisostomo-Pilario, also raised striking questions on how faith and ministry are communicated in the age of algorithms, social media, and Artificial Intelligence (AI). “Would Mary’s Magnificat trend on TikTok today?” she asked, highlighting the challenge of proclaiming radical messages of justice and transformation in a world often shaped by fleeting trends and digital noise.

Subsequent to the Morning Devotion, the Assembly proceeded to Plenary Session I for the continuation of the official proceedings of the 13th Quadrennial General Assembly.

Assembly

25/05/2026

13TH QUADRENNIAL GENERAL ASSEMBLY
Morning Worship | DAY 3

Madison Park Hotel, Tacloban City

Official Livestream Provider: HighCast Livestream Solutions by Apex Films

25/05/2026

| WATCH: UCCP, Alam Mo Ba?

Let us hear from Rev. Lalaine S. Castillo as she shares quick facts and important information about the UCCP Constitutional Convention, from its purpose and processes to how its decisions are carried from the delegates down to the grassroots and local churches of the UCCP.

Because every UCCP member deserves to know how the Church discerns, decides, and journeys together. Ang iyong kaalaman at boses ay mahalaga!

CONSTITUTIONAL CONVENTION | 49/49 CONFERENCES Perfect attendance, perfect participation! 💯All 49 Conferences were fully ...
25/05/2026

CONSTITUTIONAL CONVENTION | 49/49 CONFERENCES

Perfect attendance, perfect participation! 💯

All 49 Conferences were fully represented at the UCCP Constitutional Convention, with 163 official delegates gathered in Madison Park Hotel, Tacloban City to prayerfully discern, deliberate, and shape the future direction of the Church.

Behind the raised fans, the points of order, and the long hours of intense plenary deliberations was a sacred movement of the Holy Spirit. The three-day ConCon became a rigorous journey of examining our laws, but more importantly, an act of deep discernment for the future of our beloved church.

As a prophetic community, we recognized that structural reformation was not a threat to the church, but a gift to it. Every debate, every amendment, and every vote became a deliberate step toward ensuring that our governance would remain a flexible instrument of liberation and peace, rather than rigid control.

We continued to pray to the God of Justice and Covenant for courageous wisdom. May the fire of Pentecost refine our minds as we deliberated, so that the UCCP might stand even stronger on the frontlines of justice, human rights, and global peace.

The historic gathering concluded with covenant signing, worship, and renewed commitment as delegates journeyed together toward a Constitution and By-Laws grounded in justice, unity, accountability, and faithful witness.

25/05/2026

Video Presentation of Quadrennial Theme: "Walking with Jesus: Journeying with the Anawim"

A visual breakdown of the UCCP Quadrennial Logo, exploring its elements and our shared call to walk alongside the Anawim.

🗓️ Quadrennial Themes (2026–2030)
Overall Theme: Walking with Jesus: Journeying with the Anawim

Sub-theme:

Year 1 (2026–2027):
Walking with Jesus: Journeying with the Anawim

Year 2 (2027–2028):
Walking with Jesus: Journeying with the Anawim Towards Solidarity

Year 3 (2028–2029):
Walking with Jesus: Journeying with the Anawim Towards Justice

Year 4 (2029–2030):
Walking with Jesus: Journeying with the Anawim Towards Peace

🔗 To learn more about the theme and its visual identity, read the full exposition here:

Theme exposition with supported bible verses:
https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1Yz_SaLJMoXNMN-i1-jh55YK9nba2NX9d?usp=drive_link

Elements in the logo's official meaning explanation:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1EcUAZ6E0_QHCOdbij1JVw-JUqKhZtTYG/view?usp=sharing

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