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San Francisco Fil-Am Seventh-day Adventist Church, 533 Hickey Boulevard, Pacifica, CA (2026)

06/05/2026

We often dream of doing great things for God. We imagine preaching to large crowds, leading major ministries, or accomplishing extraordinary acts of service. Yet Jesus teaches a principle that is both simple and profound: greatness in God's kingdom begins with faithfulness in the little things.

A giant oak tree starts from a tiny acorn. A mighty river begins with small streams. Likewise, a strong Christian character is built through daily acts of obedience, honesty, kindness, prayer, and service. God does not first test us with great responsibilities; He watches how we handle the small opportunities He places before us each day.

Many people want the rewards of greatness without the discipline of faithfulness. But throughout Scripture, God entrusted greater responsibilities only after His servants proved faithful in smaller ones. Before David ruled a kingdom, he faithfully cared for sheep. Before Joseph governed Egypt, he faithfully served as a slave and prisoner. Before the disciples turned the world upside down, they learned to follow Christ in the ordinary routines of life.

The world measures success by position, popularity, and achievement. God measures success by faithfulness. He is not asking us to do what someone else has been called to do. He asks us to be faithful where we are, with what we have, and in the opportunities He places before us today.

As we explore Luke 16:10, we will discover that the little things are not little in God's eyes. They are the training ground for greater blessings, deeper trust, and a more effective ministry. The question is not whether we are called to do great things, but whether we are being faithful in the small things right now.

Join us tomorrow, 9:30am Sabbath School; at 11am - Worship Service - Pastor James will share more about this message. Sermon notes will be available at the lobby. 3pm - Sabbath afternoon fellowship and 5:30pm - Saturday Night Live!

Check out our bulletin for more events, ministries and information.

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05/29/2026

In a world that celebrates power, status, intelligence, and self-sufficiency, Jesus says something shocking: “Except ye be converted, and become as little children, ye shall not enter into the kingdom of heaven.”

The disciples were arguing about who would be the greatest in the kingdom. They were thinking about position, recognition, and authority. But instead of giving them a lecture on leadership, Jesus called a little child into the middle of the room.

Imagine that moment. A small child standing among grown men—no titles, no achievements, no influence, no accomplishments to boast about. Yet Jesus points to that child and says, “This is the example.”

Why a child?

Because children know how to trust. They know how to depend. They are humble enough to admit they need help. They do not pretend to have all the answers. They simply believe.

Somewhere along the journey of life, many people lose that childlike spirit. We become proud instead of humble, skeptical instead of trusting, independent instead of dependent on God. We may grow older physically while becoming colder spiritually.

Jesus is not calling us to become childish in behavior, but childlike in faith.

The doorway to the kingdom is not opened by pride, education, wealth, or religious performance. It is opened by humble surrender, simple trust, and a heart willing to say, “Lord, I need You.”

Christ still places a child in the middle of His church and reminds us that the greatest people in heaven are those who know how to trust their Heavenly Father like a little child.

Join us tomorrow at 11am as Elder Jan Joshua Soriano will share a deeper meaning of this message.

Alongside, the program will also be participated by the Children's Ministry to be led by Gliendy Bumagat and Chidinma Nwadike and Jennifer Basalo highlighting the kids' talents and their joy in worshipping our loving Creator.

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05/22/2026

Life is a journey filled with mountains and valleys, victories and uncertainties. There are moments when the road ahead is clear, but there are also seasons when we walk through fog, not knowing what tomorrow holds. Yet the Christian life was never meant to be lived by sight alone—it is meant to be lived by faith.

In Epistle to the Romans 1:17, the apostle Paul the Apostle declares, “The just shall live by faith.” Faith is not simply the beginning of our Christian experience; it is the pathway of our entire journey with God.

From the first step of surrender to the final step into eternity, every stage requires trusting God even when we cannot fully see His plan.

The journey of faith is not always comfortable. Abraham walked by faith when he left his homeland without knowing where God would lead him. Moses walked by faith through the wilderness. Peter walked by faith when he stepped out of the boat onto the stormy sea. And today, God still calls His people to walk by faith and not by fear.

Perhaps some of us are standing at uncertain crossroads today. Maybe you are praying for healing, direction, restoration, or strength. The good news is this: faith does not mean we understand everything—it means we trust the One who does.

Sis Connie Romo Vito will share more on this message as she shares her personal testimony of God's greatness and healing power. She will help us discover that the journey of faith is not about how strong we are, but about how faithful God is.

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05/15/2026

There are moments in life when fear suddenly becomes very real.

A phone call in the middle of the night.
A hospital room filled with uncertainty.
A graveside covered with tears.
A season when life feels dark, lonely, and heavy.

Even strong believers sometimes walk through valleys where questions echo louder than answers.
And perhaps the greatest fear humanity faces is the fear of death—the fear of the unknown, the fear of loss, the fear of walking through dark shadows we cannot control.

But in the middle of one of the darkest verses in Scripture, David makes one of the boldest declarations of faith ever spoken:
“Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil: for Thou art with me.”

Notice David does not deny the valley.
He does not pretend the shadows are not real.
He does not say believers are exempt from pain.

Instead, he declares that even in the darkest valley, he is UNAFRAID.
Why?
Not because the valley is shallow.
Not because death is powerless by itself.
Not because life is easy.
But because the Shepherd is near.

Today, many people are surrounded by shadows:
shadows of fear
shadows of sickness
shadows of anxiety
shadows of uncertainty
shadows of grief

Yet the message of Psalm 23:4 reminds us that shadows cannot overcome the child of God when the Shepherd walks beside them.

Join us tomorrow at 11am as Pastor Noel Panugao will help us discover how God gives courage in fearful valleys, peace in painful moments, and hope even through death’s shadow.

You may watch and join us in worship LIVE at https://www.youtube.com/

05/08/2026

Naomi’s story in the book of Ruth begins in darkness. Famine drove her family away from Bethlehem. In a foreign land, she lost her husband, then her two sons.

The woman whose name once meant “pleasant” returned home saying, “Do not call me Naomi; call me Mara,” meaning “bitter” Book of Ruth. Her life had become a journey marked by grief, disappointment, and emptiness.

But God was not finished with Naomi.

What looked like the end of her story became the beginning of God’s restoration. Through the faithfulness of Ruth, the kindness of Boaz, and the providence of God, bitterness slowly turned into blessing.

The fields that once represented survival became fields of hope. The empty arms of Naomi would one day hold a grandson. The woman who came home broken became part of the lineage of Jesus Christ.

Many people today know what it feels like to carry bitterness — bitterness from loss, betrayal, unanswered prayers, family struggles, or painful seasons of life. Like Naomi, we sometimes wonder where God is when life falls apart.

Yet the story of Ruth reminds us that God specializes in turning bitter places into better places.

This message, “From Bitter to Better – The Life Journey of Ruth,” is not just about Ruth and Naomi’s past; it is about God’s power to redeem our present.

When we trust Him through the famine, the funeral, and the uncertainty, God can transform sorrow into joy, emptiness into fullness, and bitterness into a testimony of His grace.

Join us tomorrow as our guest speaker - Erma Guarin will share more spiritual and practical insights and lessons from the life journey of Ruth.

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05/06/2026

The church is truly grateful for the generous donations of the multi-game table to our church and pop-a-shot (basketball game). Your kindness and thoughtfulness have provided not just a piece of equipment, but a wonderful opportunity for fellowship, recreation, and connection among our members—especially our young people.

Because of you, our church family has another meaningful way to build relationships, share joy, and create lasting memories together. Your gift is a blessing, and we deeply appreciate your heart for supporting the church community.

May God continue to bless you abundantly for your generosity.

To sis Michelle, thank you for bringing it to church and truly appreciate your friend Grace for giving this to our church.

To bro David, thank you also for your generous donation.

God bless you always!

05/01/2026

Have you ever had a moment when life changed in an instant?

One phone call…
One diagnosis…
One loss…

And suddenly, everything you thought was stable… everything you thought you could hold onto… is gone.

That’s where we meet Job.

In a single day, Job lost his wealth, his servants, and his children. Everything that gave him security was stripped away. And yet, in the middle of unimaginable pain,
Job speaks these words in Job 1:21:
“The Lord gave, and the Lord has taken away; blessed be the name of the Lord.”

That doesn’t sound like a man who is untouched by pain.
That sounds like a man who is standing in the middle of total brokenness—and yet still holding on to God.

And that’s what makes this story so powerful.
Because Job teaches us that being broken does not mean being abandoned.

Losing everything does not mean losing God.
Today, we’re going to walk through a journey—
a journey from brokenness to wholeness.

Because the truth is:
God doesn’t always stop the breaking…
But He always has a purpose in the breaking…

And He is able to bring you through it into something deeper, stronger, and whole.

So if you’ve ever felt like your life is falling apart…
If you’ve ever asked, “Why is this happening to me?”…
If you’ve ever stood in the middle of loss and didn’t know what to do next…

Then this message is for you.
Because the same God who stood with Job in his brokenness
is the same God who can make you whole again.

Join us tomorrow as Pastor James will highlight the life of Job in a deeper way.

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04/24/2026

Darkness has a way of changing everything.
It distorts what we see, heightens our fears, and makes even familiar paths feel uncertain. A room that feels safe in the daylight can suddenly feel intimidating when the lights go out.

And in life, we know this reality all too well—moments of confusion, seasons of doubt, times when we don’t know which direction to take.

It was into a world like that—filled with spiritual confusion, religious tension, and moral darkness—that Jesus spoke these powerful words in John 8:12:
“I am the light of the world. Whoever follows Me will never walk in darkness, but will have the light of life.”

This wasn’t spoken in a quiet moment of reflection. Jesus declared this during a time of deep controversy, standing in the temple courts, surrounded by people who questioned Him, challenged Him, and even rejected Him. Yet in the middle of that tension, He made a bold claim—not just to bring light, but to be the Light.

In a world still searching for truth, still stumbling in darkness, and still longing for direction, that declaration remains just as relevant today. The question is not whether the Light has come—the question is, will we follow it?

Chidi will help us to explore what it truly means that Jesus is the Light of the world—and how His light doesn’t just illuminate our path, but transforms our lives.

Join us tomorrow at 11am for a special sabbath service featuring the Young Adult ministry.

Watch us live at https://www.youtube.com/

See bulletin beow for more events and important announcements!

04/23/2026

Join us for the 1st Union-wide Filipino Campmeeting of NAAFCA-PUC (Pacific Union Conference)! A powerful weekend of faith, fellowship, and renewal at Soquel Conference Center!

📅 July 30 – August 2, 2026
📍 Soquel, California
1931 Soquel San Jose Rd, Soquel, CA 95073

This year’s theme: KAPITBISIG – One Heritage, One Mission
A celebration of unity, solidarity, and working hand in hand as one family in Christ.
Come and experience:
🔥 Inspiring messages
🙏 Spirit-filled worship
👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Fellowship for all generations
🌲 Peaceful moments in God’s creation

Whether you’re seeking rest, reconnection, or revival—this weekend is for you. Bring your family, invite your friends, and be part of something meaningful.
Let’s stand together. Let’s grow together. Let’s worship together.
See flyer to scan the QR code to register!

04/17/2026

There are moments in life when we hear the words, “It is finished.”

A race ends. A project is completed. A long journey comes to a close. And usually, when something is finished, we assume that’s the end of the story.

But not everything that is finished is truly over.
On the cross, in one of the most powerful moments in history, Jesus Christ cried out, “It is finished.” (John 19:30). To those standing nearby, it sounded like defeat. It looked like the end. The disciples thought hope had died. The enemy thought he had won.

But what looked like an ending… was actually the beginning.
“It is finished” was not a statement of loss—it was a declaration of victory. The price of sin was paid. The plan of salvation was accomplished. The sacrifice was complete. Yet the story didn’t stop at the cross. Because three days later, the empty tomb would declare something even greater: it’s not over.

And that’s where many of us live today—between “finished” and “not over.”

We’ve seen God move… but we’re still waiting.
We’ve experienced forgiveness… but we’re still fighting battles.
We know the promise… but we haven’t fully seen the fulfillment.

So the question for us is this:
What do we do when God says “It is finished”… but our situation still feels unfinished?

I invite you to discover some heart provoking answers tomorrow at 11am PST. I will be preaching at San Francisco Fil-Am Seventh-day Adventist Church at Pacifica.

You can watch our live streaming also on our youtube channel - https://www.youtube.com/

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