There is an upcoming trip to Philippines in April which is now opened for registration. Check out what’s happening up in Sefton and read about all that God is doing before you embark on this trip!

• Dates: 23 – 30 April 2010
• Location: Santiago & Manila (Novaliches), Philippines
• Nature of Trip: Mission Exposure
• Estimated Cost: S$900
• Duration: 8 days
• Team Size: 8-10 persons

If you have heard about the Philippines from anybody in Cornerstone, you may have heard about Pastor Mark and Mary, Sefton, the pre-school, the children’s home, the Hospital and Jail Ministry. You may also have heard about the amazing story of Pepito and the Angel. Have you heard about the balut? No worries if you have not, for it is a just harmless egg that is meant to be eaten. It is not just found in the Philippines (where it is native). Laos has it, Cambodia has it, and so do Vietnam.

I have heard so much about mission trips, and wondered if life can really be transformed through a trip so short. As I was preparing my heart for the trip, I started to develop fear and uncertainty. I didn’t know what to expect and how God can use me.

I had my first breakthrough experience in a church that is newly planted by Pastor Mark Ritchie & his team at Santa Monica (A village in Santiago). On our way to the church, we lost our way. I was temporally relieved that it got delayed thinking that I would not have to preach in the church. Maureen was kind enough to reassure me that they will wait for us no matter what. I know I can’t hide nor run away; I needed to exercise faith and put my trust in God.