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Regina, Saskatchewan is not a well known place to most people. I remember when I told my brother that I’m going to Regina he said, “where is that, I can’t find it in the globe?”Regina, the Latin word for "queen," was originally called Pile O'Bones and Saskatchewan comes from a Cree name means "swift flowing river".
Yes, God brought me to Regina, Saskatchewan 17 years ago, the “Land of Living Skies”, the most wonderful place in the whole world to live. According to the recent news, it’s number one in the economy now a days despite of the recession.
I accepted Jesus Christ as my personal Lord and Saviour December 10, 1989 in Hong Kong and went to Canada in January 23, 1992. In February 1992, the Jesus Is Lord (JIL) Church started in Regina and I am one of the pioneer amongst seven women. Within the 17 year’s of existence, I have seen the transformation of the church. People are coming and going, Sunday service were jumping from one location to another, attendance are going up and down, etc... In spite of these, there is one thing that I have witnessed, “GOD’S FAITHFULNESS.” I have seen how he had preserved the church.
There is a season for everything and a reason for all things. I know that I will be living Regina but I don’t know when. My personal prayer to God when the time comes, that He will remove me from Regina if there will be more dedicated and committed people in the church. Our attendance grew year of 2008 and the nice part is, He brought people who have a heart to serve and follow Him. Thank God for the Saskatchewan Immigration Nominee Program (SINP) that opens the door of employement to people around the world. Filipinos were given a big favour especially nurses. Glory to God!
The picture above was taken during the anointing of oil Sunday service done by Rev. Mary Juarana. Families forwarded desiring the touch of God
On the right side, brethren fervently worshipped and prayed to God. Asking Him to quench their thirst and hunger. The weather was cold outside but the fire of God kept us warm inside.
In addition, we now have a permanent place for our Sunday service and for other activities. The new owner of the building even allowed us to live our instruments and stuff in the facility. What an awesome favour from God.
FAREWELL, ADIOS, AU REVOIR
FAREWELL, ADIOS, AU REVOIR
Adios Patria Adora, that was our National Hero Jose Rizal said before his execution in Luneta, Philippines. Don’t get me wrong, I’m not being executed, I’m just moving to another place. Have you heard of Medicine Hat, Alberta, where Canadian Idol Kalan Porter lives? That’s where my husband Abdul and I are moving on January 17. He got a job there last August and I will be looking for one soon too. Please don’t forget to pray for us.
After our anointing of oil Sunday service last January 11, I was given a surprise farewell party. Not really a surprise because I have known about it. Thanks beloved brothers and sisters in Christ, it is very much appreciated.The children did a presentation, they cut off papers and turn it into hearts, musical notes, cross, flowers, smiley face etc... they said those shapes represents me... very nice and cute.
The CYN did a unique presentation, they've recorded their messages and flashed it on the screen while giving me roses... very sweet.
The adult tried to make me cry I think but I just
couldn’t. Why? I’m not really going that far, Medicine Hat is just four to five hours drive from Regina. I will be back once in a while and I will be seeing them again.
The truth is, God had prepared my heart for this. I have been crying since last year because Regina has always been my second home. My husband even gave me the liberty to choose whether to move or stay in Regina and he will just come home on his day off or vice-versa. Change is good, right?
The truth is, God had prepared my heart for this. I have been crying since last year because Regina has always been my second home. My husband even gave me the liberty to choose whether to move or stay in Regina and he will just come home on his day off or vice-versa. Change is good, right?
Sometimes we have to move out from our comfort zone and go to a faith zone and explore new things in life that God is bringing us. New place, new people, new challenges, isn’t that what makes us grow and be closer to God? Separation is painful at times but everything is temporary, all of us are on a journey and I believe God is leading me to another chapter in my life. Matthew 14:27b says, “Take courage! It is I. Don’t be afraid.” God's word of assurance.
Thank you... thank you... thank you
To my husband Abdul, for his understanding; to friends and relatives, for the support; to all my pastors, for the guidance and encouragement; to people who dislike me, it was just God’s way of teaching me humility and forgiveness; and most of all, thank you to our Almighty God whose love and comfort I have felt within my 17 years in Regina.
Let overflow continues in Regina for 2009. God bless to all and see you again.
Farewell! Adios! Au Revoir! Paalam! just for now.
Thank you... thank you... thank you
To my husband Abdul, for his understanding; to friends and relatives, for the support; to all my pastors, for the guidance and encouragement; to people who dislike me, it was just God’s way of teaching me humility and forgiveness; and most of all, thank you to our Almighty God whose love and comfort I have felt within my 17 years in Regina.
Let overflow continues in Regina for 2009. God bless to all and see you again.
Farewell! Adios! Au Revoir! Paalam! just for now.
