05/05/2026
22nd UMYAFP BIENNIAL CONVENTION
Last Regnant Leisure Hub
April 29- May 3, 2026
San Manuel, Isabela
Resolution No. NBC-003-2026
A RESOLUTION OF THANKS TO THE PEOPLE BEHIND THE SUCCESS OF THE UMYAFP 22nd NATIONAL BIENNIAL CONVENTION
The 22nd National Biennial Convention of the United Methodist Young Adult Fellowship in the Philippines (UMYAFP), with the theme “NUMYAFP: Steadfast in Faith, Hope, and Love in Following Jesus’ Steps,” was successfully held at Last Regnant Leisure Hub Resort and San Manuel United Methodist Church, San Manuel, Isabela, on April 29- May 3, 2026;
WHEREAS, a total of one hundred twelve (112) delegates (ninety-nine [99] registered and thirteen [13] visiting) from twenty-one (21) Annual Conferences across the Philippines participated and were duly represented in the Convention;
WHEREAS, the members of the UMYAFP express their deep gratitude for the warm welcome, generous accommodation, and genuine Christian hospitality extended to all delegates throughout the duration of the Convention;
WHEREAS, it has been agreed upon by the Convention that a Resolution of Thanks be executed to express its sincere appreciation to the following:
To wit as follows:
To the North Central Philippines Annual Conference (NCPAC), our host conference, for providing a conducive environment that nurtured both the physical well-being and spiritual growth of the delegates throughout the fiveday gathering;
To the Session Lecturers and Speakers:
Dr. Rosebelle Gamal Bitao (on Fitness)
Paullyn Esperanza Bacungan and Charity Divine Ballocangag (on Worship)
Ana Riza P. Maguigad (on Mental Health)
DS Nora Conte (Opening Worship Inspirational Speaker)
Earlie Bautista (Parliamentary Procedure Lecturer)
Ptr. Alex Pablo (Big Night Inspirational Speaker)
Ptr. Joseph Forto (Day 2 Devotional Leader)
DS Hinivuu Pecaat (Bigger Night Motivational Speaker)
DS Edwin Butac (Devotional Leader)
Rev. Dale Cancio (Biggest Night Motivational Speaker)
DS Ike Pama (Closing Worship Inspirational Speaker)
for sharing their knowledge, insights, and inspiring messages that enriched the spiritual and leadership formation of the delegates;
To UMCTV, under the leadership of Noel Vincent Miguel, for documenting and broadcasting the Convention proceedings through various social media platforms;
To our generous partners and benefactors- William Tolentino, Jenny Sanchez, Forever UMYAF Group, Aurora Acosta Castro Family, Jun Sermonia, and Mrs. Lucy Sermonia (Owner of Last Regnant Leisure Hub Resort) for their overwhelming generosity in providing food, accommodations, and financial support, ensuring a comfortable and meaningful stay for all delegates;
To Dss. Jedda Marie Forto, for serving as pianist during the Opening Worship and Biggest Night;
To the participating Praise and Worship and Music Ministries:
Cauayan City UMC Choir
San Manuel UMC Vibrant Praise and Worship Team
Mt. Zion UMC
for sharing their God-given talents, especially during the Welcome Night and worship services;
To Mananao Elementary School, for partnering in the outreach program and allowing the distribution of tumblers, hats, and umbrellas to beneficiaries;
To the Working Committees and Teams, namely:
Finance Team: Aaron Felicitas, Jenniefer Garcia
Logistics Team: Bryan Francisco, Jonard Pabrua, Manny Simon, Romnick Verdadero,
Program Team: Rosebelle Bitao, Jonathan Fajardo, Jerome Lazaro, Charmaine Narvadez, Manny Simon
Secretariat Team: Mike Maceda, Ezra Mendillo, Omega Del Rosario,
Technical Team: Floro Bangug, Marlo Castillo
Worship Team: Kathleen Irah Magaliao, Jessica Magtoto, Lynjane Sevilla,
Overall Heads: Aaron Felicitas, Nestor Reyno Jr.
for their dedication, coordination, and tireless efforts in ensuring the smooth and successful implementation of the Convention;
To San Manuel United Methodist Church, for warmly welcoming the delegates during the Sunday Worship Service;
To the Delegates from the Twenty-One (21) Annual Conferences, namely:
BPAC, BulPAC, CLPAC, EMPAC, HIPAC, MidPAC, NCPAC, NEPAC, NELPAC, NPAC, NWPAC, PAC, PACC, PamPAC, PangPAC, QCPACE, SNEPAC, SNWPAC, STPPACE, SWPAC, WestMidPAC, and others present, for their active participation and meaningful contributions to the Convention;
To the Outgoing National Executive Committee (2024–2026):
Darinel V. Mata (President), Michael Simon Maceda (Vice President), Charmaine Narvadez (Executive Secretary), Jenniefer Garcia (Auditor), Jesse Aaron Felicitas (Nurture Head and Acting Treasurer), Fortunato Caliz Jr. (Outreach Head), Shemdon Fabila (Witness Head), together with the Clergy and Lay Advisers, for their dedicated leadership and faithful service throughout the biennium;
Above all, to our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ, whose sustaining grace, wisdom, and love made this Biennial Convention possible.
WHEREAS, this Biennial Convention has been successfully concluded through the collective efforts and contributions of all the aforementioned individuals and groups, marking the meaningful completion of the National Executive Committee’s term for the biennium 2024–2026;
NOW THEREFORE, for and in consideration of the foregoing, this CONVENTION, RESOLVED, as it is hereby resolved, to express its sincere and heartfelt gratitude to all those who contributed to the success of the 22nd National UMYAFP Biennial Convention.
RESOLVED FINALLY, that copies of this Resolution be furnished to all persons and entities herein recognized, to the College of Bishops, the District Superintendents of the North Central Philippines Annual Conference, and to all Annual Conferences of the Philippines Regional Conference through appropriate means, including electronic communication and social media platforms.
Resolved this 3rd day of May 2026 at San Manuel United Methodist Church, San Manuel, Isabela.
Prepared by:
THE RESOLUTIONS COMMITTEE
JOHN CLARENCE B. PERA (STPPACE)
VANNESSA JANE A. DABAY (QCPACE)
JOSHUA Q. TUMANGUIL (NPAC)
Concurred by:
DARINEL V. MATA
President, UMYAFP National Executive Committee 2024-2026
