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Monthly e-Newsletter of the Taytay United Methodist ChurchOfficial Communication of the Taytay United Methodist Church

Today is a special day because it is Father’s day. This is the

appropriate time to celebrate the joys of fatherhood, reminisce the challenges and responsibilities of parenthood and share the lessons and experiences about love and faith.

Fathers may have many children but a child has only one father. The ties that bind them are unique and the intensity of it plays a crucial part in the unfolding drama of childhood.

Fathers, like mothers, are God’s masterpieces - a precious gift to us. He is a unique individual on whose shoulders the weight of the family’s existence is placed. So he must be strong. He must have the strength that comes from God to protect his family from life’s suffering and pain. The Scriptures are clear in pointing out that fathers have an obligation

to love their families in a caring and compassionate way.

He must have perseverance and industry to provide for his family and give them their needs for it is written: “If anyone does not provide…..for his immediate family, he has denied the faith and is worse than an unbeliever” (1 Timothy 5: 8).

He must be faithful and true to his promise – to his wife and children that he would love them, guide them and care for them.

He must have dreams for his children and give them the encouragement and support to achieve their dreams.

He must be unselfish and generous in his time, love, and possessions to

Fathersare from

GODBy Girlie E. de Leon

Special Centennial Anniversary Edition - June 2014

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Fathers are from God

He must be a man who will leave a heritage not of spoken words or earthly possessions but an unspoken treasure – the treasure of his example as a man and a father.

These are the must have’s and the must be’s of a father who comes from God.

And if one day, his grandchildren would be asked, “What do you think God looks like?” They would say, “He looks like my grandfather.” That, I think, would be the best reward and tribute he would ever receive in his life.

Thank you, Lord, for fathers. Thank you, Lord, for you have gifted me with a father who is everything that you would want him to be.

He must have that unconditional and sacrificial love for his family to ensure they have what they need even if there is nothing left for him.

He must have a heart big and strong enough to bear the pain caused by his children’s disobedience and stubbornness and at the same time forgive his erring children; and with arms wide open take his prodigal children back into the fold.

He must have a strong faith in God to be able to develop his family’s spiritual growth and maturity. He must be a man after God’s heart.

He must be the epitome of a man of honor who will leave a good name to his children and to his children’s children. “A good name is more desirable than great riches; to be esteemed is better than silver or gold.” (Proverbs 22: 1).

be able to give his children a good education and help them build a good future.

He must teach his children Christian values and virtues, mold them into godly men and women and develop in them a strong character.

He must have the courage to pick up his children whenever they stumble or suffer as they journey through life.

He must have a strong shoulder for his children to cry on whenever they have problems.

He must have overflowing joy and loads of laughter to give when his children fulfill their goals and achieve their dreams.

He must rejoice with and be proud of his children when they come home with trophies and honors, no matter how big or small it may be.

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continues, we are more excited to work on the upcoming activities. We are excited, especially, for this conference year, the TUMYF has elected a new set of officers:

President: Jillian Carla B. Gozum

Vice President: Dunamis Crisostomo

Executive Secretary: Jea Asajar

Finance Officer: Yzabel Natalya Joaquin

Working Department

CNF: Erykah MarianoAssistant: Cristal Esguerra

ECSA: Ricardo Delos Santos IIIAssistant: Hannah Carreon

ICR: Jeanelle SalazarAssistant: Joshua Felizardo

Finance Dept. Head: Heide EdlesAssistant: Carol Gonzales

Together, we will work as a team with Christ as our head. Through Christ, we look forward more glorious victories. Christ above all!

Taytay UMYF in Action for the Centennial

busy getting ready, we experienced conflicts and technical problems. Thirty minutes before the event started, the staff, together with the praise teams, gathered together and prayed for a victorious night. God helped us to overcome. We were all able to survive the 12 hours by staying alive and alert.

After a week, the next assignment was held- Run 100. Alongside with the preparations on the Rock of Ages, we were working on the preparations for the Run 100. In this event, we were tasked to encourage members to register and join the church’s fun run. We were all assigned to marshal and guide the runners on which route to take. The most challenging task in this event was organizing the registration since it needed multi- tasking. The activity was also successful and unexpectedly, many joined the fun run which made it more enjoyable.

From these two activities, God really proved His great power. As the centennial celebration

Before the opening of the centennial year last October

2013, everyone was already busy planning and working on their assigned tasks. As part of Taytay UMC, we, the Taytay UMYF were assigned to various activities. Two of which were the Rock of Ages 12-hour Praise and Worship Celebration and the RUN 100.

August 2013 marked the start of meetings and preparations. We were assigned first to organize the Rock of Ages. Together with our Ate’s and Kuya’s in MYAF, we planned the general flow and program of the said event. Tasks were delegated to each of the four committees- program, technical, secretariat and finance. We managed to accomplish from the specifics of the program, the sound system, the stage, the letters, the I.D’s, up to the food for the guests. On the day of the event, everyone was exhausted and pressured. While we were

UMYF as ushers to the Rock of Ages P&W celebration

UMYF in Torch Lighting Ceremony

UMYF leading the Run100 registration.

By: Carla Gozum



History

and spiritual guide converting the town people to Jesus through his exemplary life as a Christian and his enthusiastic manner of preaching. Judge Pascual was the first to plant the seed of the Methodist faith among the hearts of the people of Taytay by going around the community during his free hours and sharing with them the Gospel of Jesus Christ.

During the seventh annual session of the Philippine Annual Conference of the Methodist Espiscopal Church in Vigan, Ilocos Sur, Agaton Pascual, a Methodist student pastor, was officially appointed as Pastor of Marikina and Taytay under one pastorate called the Marikina Circuit. Pastor Pascual conducted evangelistic preaching all over the town with courage, zeal and dedication despite the hostile attitude displayed by many people who initially opposed the new religion. At Evangelistic meetings, the attendees were stoned. Soon,

New Form of Religion

Another unfortunate incident occurred in 1912 when two

groups had a rivalry for leadership in the celebration of the feast of San Roque. Followers of both camps vied to outdo the other, scrambling for the possession of the wooden images representing the different saints. These events and other sources of friction between the two groups led some people of Taytay to seek for a new form of religion that will proclaim the true meaning of the Christian faith. The situation was ripe for the entry of Methodism in Taytay.

Two Prominent Rizalenos

Two prominent Rizalenos from Malabon became instrumental

in spreading the message of the Gospel to the people of Taytay. They were Judge Pedro Pascual and Pastor Agaton Pascual. Judge Pedro Pascual, who was a town judge served as a strong influence

Two Bands

METHODISM came to the people of Taytay, Rizal

following a series of eye-opening events that led certain townfolks to examine and search for the true essence of the Christian faith. To mention a few of such events: in the year 1910, the town Roman Catholic priest, Father Valentin Tanyag, had a difference of opinion with Celedonio Medina, the then town music band conductor, with regard to entrusting the band directorship to Felipe Marin. This resulted in the breakup of the town band and the formation of two bands - the Banda Makapare and the Banda Makabayan. The former was composed of those who sided with the priest. The latter on the other hand, enjoyed the support of Honesto Gonzaga, President of the town at that time and the father of the late Enrique Gonzaga, a church layleader.

The HISTORY ofthe TAYTAY UNITEDMETHODIST CHURCH(from the TRUMPET Sept. 1997)


History

Trying Times

In 1956, the church was put into a big test that divided a one

whole congregation into two. But our Lord has always been good and faithful because this trial has become instrumental in expanding the Lord’s Kingdom in Taytay, Rizal. It has become a blessing and inspiration for both churches to save more souls for God’s glory.

A New Church BuildingDuring these difficult years, the congregation under Rev. Eladio Reyes, held worship services in several venues; notably: (1) the premises of the late German Esguerra, Sr., (2) the old building of the Juan Sumulong Junior College, the founders of which consisted of prominent members of the church; and (3) the garage of Atty. Avelino Pascual’s (son of Judge Pedro Pascual) house. Thereafter, the church members, through the help of World Mission, purchased a lot in Barangay San Isidro, where a new church building and parsonage were built in 1963.

Educational Building

In 1970, during the administration of Rev. Eduardo Cajiuat, the

construction of a four-story educational building (now the elementary department of the Taytay United Methodist Christian School) commenced on a 1,500 sq. meter lot across the street where the church was built. Part of this

Klinefelter, then Superintendent of Manila District. The period 1917 to 1919 in turn was filled by Pastor Balbino Gatdula, best remembered for his evangelistic preaching at the town market every Saturday evening.

the number of converted souls grew rapidly as people turned away from sin and received Jesus Christ as their Lord and Savior.

Early Converts - the Pioneers

Among the early converts were Pedro Gonzaga, Honesto

Gonzaga, Enrique Gonzaga, Vicente Espiritu, Francisco Felizardo, Victorino de Leon, Elino Arboleda, Miguel Esguerra, Leoncio Tamayo, Teodora Araullo, Guillermo del Rosario, Martin Paz, Gervacio Bunyi, the Sanvictores Family and many others. Thus was born the pioneer Methodist congregation in Taytay.

First Methodist Chapel

On June 15, 1914, the first formal worship service was

held at the residence of Miguel Esguerra along J. Asilo St. Pastor Agaton Pascual led in purchasing a lot and in constructing the first Methodist Chapel on that site before ending his term in 1916. The conference year that followed was served by Pastor Regino Martin. It was during this year that the chapel was finally completed and dedicated by Rev. Daniel S.


History

intellectual, moral and spiritual fibers of the children of church members and non-members alike through high quality yet affordable pre-school education. This eventually gave rise to the present TAYTAY UNITED METHODIST CHRISTIAN SCHOOL, INC. Since then, the school has earned for itself a distinct reputation as a place for educational and spiritual nurture of elementary and high school students. To some extent, the parents of these students have also been influenced favorably.

Helping Hand

The church also became actively involved in the Helping

Hand Children’s Project founded with the help of World Vision Philippines, Inc. Under the project, the physical, spiritual, moral, educational and financial needs of about 350 children belonging to 300 families were taken care of. Out of this project mushroomed lives which eventually became fruitful workers in our Lord’s vineyard as Sunday School teachers, UMYF, UMYAF, WSCS, and UMM leaders, seminary graduates, local and mission pastors. Since the time the project has ended, the church, through the Outreach and Witness Ministries continues its mission work.

of selling the property at Rizal Avenue was considered, but was prevented by members who valued that property for sentimental reasons. Today, the Bayan and Dulo Church Buildings stand as living testimony to the faith and loyalty of the members and to the ever-growing ministries of Methodist constituents in Taytay. God be praised for His faithfulness!

Growth of the Church

The history of the growth of Methodism in Taytay would

not be complete without noting the missionary and evangelistic endeavors pursued by TUMC. Through the years, the Taytay United Methodist Church’s mission continued to grow like a fruitful tree, branching out into the neighboring towns of Antipolo, Angono, and Mandaluyong (Highway Hills), and the communities of Villa Lolita, and Amazing Grace (whose congregations eventually became independent), Sapang Pila, Spring of Life, Philec, Floodway and Parola.

Mission Arm

A significant aim of the church’s outreach program was the

establishment of the Kiddie Garden Center, which could be rightfully claimed as the pioneer and continuing leader among kindergarten schools in the town. It has been the main objective of this Center to strengthen the

lot was donated by Atty. Avelino Pascual, in memory of his late father,Judge Pedro Pascual.

Facing Financial Difficulties

From 1972 – 1976, the church experienced some financial

difficulties. The maintenance of two church buildings and the continuing financial requirements of an unfinished educational building in San Isidro were taking their toll. At one point, the idea


History

God’s FaithfulnessOver the years, the life of the Taytay United Methodist Church has been marked by further rapid growth in its mission and evangelism, nurture and outreach programs. Because of the strong reliance in the faithfulness of our Lord God, TUMC has been considered as the flagship of the Rizal Philippines Annual Conference-East.

Design by: Lope Francisco



As we all come to terms about the destruction Yolanda have caused to the lives and properties

of millions of Filipinos, amidst heart-breaking stories of sufferings and hardships, there springs the human spirit that is always ready to provide aid and relief in all forms. I was one in a team of four along with hundreds of relief workers who were deployed on the ground after the November 8 typhoon to provide communications relief to the Visayas region, particularly in hard-hit Tacloban and neighboring towns.

Surviving the Storm

The destruction shown on the news pales in comparison to what you see with your eyes on the

ground. I experienced a paroxysm of emotions and realized that being on the ground was more emotionally exhausting than it was physically draining. I wondered how I would feel if I lost my entire family and home and had nothing to eat, all at the same time. Even as I share in the grief of the survivors, I know I will never fully understand what they’re going through because I have never been in such a situation. It’s hard to make sense of the seemingly endless destruction and destitution.

As my team visited the area, many of us prayed for those affected. We prayed that happiness will replace their sorrow that laughter will replace their cries and that rejoicing will replace their mourning.

The locals have blessed me because they do not forget to smile, despite the ruins. They have blessed me with their overflowing gratitude for the help they have received, and most importantly, they have blessed me through their ability to spring back and emerge from this tragedy transformed.

Equalizer

Keeping our composure and pretending not to be affected by what we saw at ground zero was hard.

We were in full survival mode. For days, I kept telling myself to stay focused on what needed to be done.

In Tacloban, the disparity between the rich and the poor was so great that many locals called the calamity an equalizer. Not even the rich were spared.

As my team went through debris-cluttered streets, we heard people shouting at us and pointing at a maze of

Sharing Pain and Hope in Typhoon’s Wake By: April Grace Mercado

A signage that withstood the 195mph winds of Typhoon Yolanda greeted us as we enter the city.

The children of Dagami, Leyte. Some of their friends and classmates were reported missing and their school guidance

counselor died during the storm surge. In the picture are UMCom team members, April Mercado and Nhots Celzo.


because of widespread power outages and cellular tower destruction. It has been a painstaking task to get communications and stories out of the devastated areas so that help can start coming in. Satellite phones were rendered useless during the storm and for two days afterward because of thick clouds overhead.

On the week that we arrived, local network providers had restored cellular and data connectivity in the heart of Tacloban and the Emergency Telecommunications Cluster had installed its portable and inflatable VSat, providing Internet connections for relief organizations.

To help get vital information and stories in and out of the region, our team provided services to other non-governmental organizations and agencies, setting up a wireless link from the Emergency Telecommunications Cluster for the Save the Children headquarters and providing the United Methodist Committee on Relief with tools and training on the use of the OSM app and satellite phone. We also help connect local media like FEBC-First Response Radio, Solar News TV, ABS-CBN-DZMM and DZRH-Bombo to international organizations such as Internews and the U.N. Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs.

As we work together to bring short- and long-term communications relief, I realize this is one of the

rubble. “There’s a dead body here, there’s a dead body here!”

It broke my heart to ignore their pleas when all I wanted to do was assure them that everything would be all right. But I had to press on.

Lost in thought, I wondered if the people really knew what a storm surge was before the typhoon hit. Would it have made a difference if the local weather bureau and the government had warned of a tidal wave or tsunami instead? According to survivor accounts, the surge was as high as coconut trees, and many people held on to tree leaves for hours to survive the sweeping currents.

We could have prevented much loss of life if information had been disseminated properly to the public. That might have saved all the senior citizens and children who perished while taking refuge in the basement of the Leyte Coliseum.

Communication Struggles

Days after Yolanda wreaked havoc in Central Philippines, communications were impossible

Sharing Pain and Hope in Typhoon’s Wake

Knocked down electric poles and DSL lines lay scattered on the streets.


“With the outpouring of pledges and donations, this calamity has become a blessing to everyone,” said Bishop Ciriaco Francisco, who leads The United Methodist Church’s Davao Episcopal Area.

While the outpouring of relief can help, it cannot replace the loss the survivors have suffered. There is no magic pill to make their pain go away. I am sure that we all feel hopeless and powerless against the enormity of what needs to be done in terms of rebuilding and rehabilitation. If we could only make it happen overnight, we would.

Recovery

Over the course of seven months, the Philippines has made some improvement in terms of housing,

education, livelihood, sanitation, child protection and health due to the collective efforts of everyone working to achieve to build stronger homes, give better jobs and improve the quality of life of all survivors. Knowing that there are people dedicated to providing their needs that will at least sustain them for the next 20 years, the long road to recovery may not seem like a daunting task at all. The spirit of bayanihan is coming in all forms and is demonstrated by locals and foreigners alike. What follows next is a testimony to the resilience of the Filipinos.

Commitment

As we are in the rehabilitation phase, we can start to improve communications within our church

walls where we can better impact our presence in the community. Let us start declaring blessings of peace, restoration to the spirit and healing for the broken souls. Communication as aid will always play the most important role of all in the success of rebuilding efforts. Our church is committed to be being part of that work.

After all, “the church exists not to serve itself but to serve the world”.

finest examples of our human capacity to love others, especially those in need.

United in Times of Adversity

While my team worked in Tanauan, a town about 18 kilometers outside Tacloban, I had

the opportunity to shake the hands of two American volunteers who were in charge of the aid drop in town. I thanked them on behalf of all Filipinos for their time and effort because every minute spent helping the displaced meant time away from their families. They said it was “an honor to serve the Filipino people.” I could not have expected a more touching reply. They are living testaments of the fact that adversity brings out the best in people.

I have met and worked with many foreign aid workers from different cultures. I am in awe to be in the company of volunteers who have gathered with different responsibilities but one purpose: to help. I will never be in any place but in total gratitude to all the nations, organizations, private companies, institutions and individuals that extended a helping hand.

Sharing Pain and Hope in Typhoon’s Wake

Maggie Yrasuegui shares FEBC-First Response Radio’s ministry to the team. From left: Clarke Ritchie (Inveneo), Stewart Davies (UN

OCHA, Nhots Celzo (UMCom), Gil Alejandro (UN OCHA) & Stijn Aelbers and Max Araef (Internews).



who takes into His arms His lost sheep!

...And this also explains why you are part of this church. Our church is a place where everyone builds each other up as they all build the kingdom of God together. Here, we are being prepared to be the salt and light of this world – the world – meaning, your home, your place of work, your group of friends – these areas are our vineyard where we work, for extraordinary purpose.

2. The Lord Blesses Those Who Take that Leap of Faith.

TUMC has reached its 100th birthday all because 1 pastor

and 15 converts took that leap of faith. And the blessing of this

action can be seen on how this church is continuously growing and multiplying! My favorite verse about faith is Hebrews 11:1, “Faith is the confidence that what we hope for will actually happen; it gives us assurance about things we cannot see.” (NLT)

I have so many fears, as me, alone. But when I have the confidence that Jesus never leaves me, all my fears disappear

accident that my sister emigrated to Canada. ...Or that during my free hours I bumped into an old friend at a coffee shop. There are many times when I feel the Holy Spirit’s calling, telling me to pray for that person I bumped into. At first I would hesitate, but when I do give in and say to her, “...Before you leave, let me pray for you... How may I pray for you?” And that person would start opening up a whole chapter of misery, unleashing such burden through crying. When this happens, it simply means, God’s kingdom has come! Right there in front of you! It is that grand opportunity for that person to know Jesus, as the Savior and Comforter and the Shepherd

It started in 1914 when Pastor Agaton, together with his

15 converts, started the first Protestant worship. And now, after 100 years, this Church has grown exponentially and spiritually! I am just too glad to say that I am descendant of four of these 16 brave souls who were among TUMC’s church markers. My bloodline made me who I am, just like my forefathers, I am someone who loves Jesus very much! Two things that I see clearly from all this:

1. The Lord Uses the Ordinary for His Extraordinary Plans.

Just like the raven and the poor widow who supplied food to

Elijah. A boy with five loaves and two fishes. Fishermen. Lepers. You. Me.

We are all part of the Body of Christ, and all parts have its purpose. I believe that there are no accidents and that everything is divinely orchestrated. It is not an accident that I studied in a university where I would meet my husband. It is not an accident that the Lord gave me two daughters and no son. ...Not an accident that my mother died of cancer. ...Not an

We Worship the Lord of Growth and Increase!By: Mae Sy

During the Unveiling of Church Markers, June 1, 2014.Together with my Espiritu-Tamayo clan


school. Matthew 7:11 describes it perfectly, “So if you sinful people know how to give good gifts to your children, how much more will your heavenly Father give good gifts to those who ask him.”

All glory and praise to you for 100 years of love and faithfulness to our TUMC Family! Praise you, Father of the heavenly lights, for every good and perfect gift that comes from You. You are our God of Growth and Increase!

We have not seen God with our naked eyes or even the Creation, but we have faith that all these are real. And this is also that same faith that gives us the reason to finish the race and look forward to the coming of Jesus! The Lord rewards that step of faith. Simon Peter’s step of faith caused his net to almost tear when he caught so many fishes! Obedience and faithfulness always glorify God. Just like how, us, parents, give rewards to our children who get high grades in

like bubbles popping one by one. For me, fear is like big, heavy sacks on my chest. I could not breathe, literally! I say, Jesus, I do not fear anything because you are my blessed assurance, please lift this fear off of me! So if I did not pass that interview or my business got bankrupt, the Lord is my assurance that He is teaching me perseverance for His best plan for me. With Jesus, my failure is the first step to prosperity!

We Worship the Lord of Growth and Increase!



Service (WSCS), the organization of Methodist women. She and relative Enchang Gonzaga were among the first members of Taytay WSCS.

The GrandchildrenFelix and Juan also raised their families in the Methodist faith though not all their children followed their footsteps.

“I was among the first Sunday school kindergarten class students. Our teacher was Deaconess Ms. Calayag,” Nene recalled. “My father would religiously bring me to Sunday school class.” Some of her classmates were Freddie Esguerra, Totoy Esguerra, Reby Pascual, and two of Reby’s cousins.

At an early age, Nene was taught piano lessons. Under the training of one of the children of Enchang Gonzaga, Nene would learn one hymn per week.

During her teenage years, she was the youngest organist and accompanist of Taytay UMC. “I accompanied the choir because there was no minus one yet that time,” she quipped. She started serving at the sanctuary in Bayan and was later assigned in the San Isidro sanctuary until her brain surgery in 1963.

Nene’s younger sister Cynthia also became a Sunday school teacher like her grandparents.

But the early church members did not falter in their faith. Instead, they continued worshiping the Lord and serving Him through worship service, Bible study, and Sunday school.

Even the Sanvictores brothers became more eager in their service to the Lord. They became Sunday school teachers and shared the Word of God with the attendees. Later, they earned the respect of the town people and many began attending the worship service.

Felix did not only receive favor from God but also gained the favor of men. He aspired to become a public servant and was successful when he was elected town mayor for 2 consecutive terms in the 1930s. A street and a public elementary school were even named after him.

He was also part of the conversion of his wife Pilar, a die-hard Catholic, to Methodism.

“My father told us that after reciting her prayers one night, he asked our mother why she had to pray to so many saints and why were the prayers recited repeatedly. He said to our mother that she only needs to pray to one God who hears all our prayers,” Nene narrated. Pilar thought about the words of her husband and was convinced that he was correct.

She began attending worship service and later became active in the Women’s Society for Christian

Every Sunday, Benito and Maxima Sanvictores, together

with their children, would attend worship service of Taytay United Methodist Church. The Sanvictores Family was among the first members of Taytay UMC when it started in 1914.

The ChildrenSeeing the dedication and devotion of their parents to God and the Methodist Church, brothers Felix and Juan M. Sanvictores followed their parent’s footsteps. During their teenage years, aside from attending worship service, they would regularly join house-to-house Bible studies. But church life during the late 1910s to early 1920s was difficult.

“My father, uncle, and other church members will be scorned by the town people. Others will even throw stones at them while they were conducting Bible studies or having meetings,” Pilar “Nene” Sanvictores-Reyes recalled her father’s stories. She is the oldest child of Felix and was named after her mother.

“The people were reluctant, if not totally against, with the new faith being professed by the Methodist members. Seeing church people carrying Bibles and reading them in houses and public places were new things for the town people,” she continued.

Sanvictores Clan as part of 100 Years of Taytay UMCBy: Benito “Jun” V. Sanvictores, Jr. — With Recollections of Pilar “Nene” Sanvictores-Reyes


In ending, Nene said that “we should be firm in our faith because there are many false prophets teaching false doctrines that could mislead us. We should be strong in our conviction. We should daily walk and commune with God so that He will guide us and help us guide our children and the next generation of believers to become strong Christians all for His glory.”

called by God to another ministry. Lex was the choir conductor while Carla and Eimee were choir members. Carla also became active member and officer of United Methodist Youth Fellowship (UMYF) and United Methodist Young Adult Fellowship (UMYAF), even serving up to the Annual Conference level.

Both the children of Benny – Jun and Brian – also became active in Cainta UMC choir, UMYF, and UMYAF during their service in Cainta UMC. They both served up to the Annual Conference level of UMYF. Upon the family’s return to Taytay UMC, Jun became a member of the Blessed Hope Choir and even served in the UMYAF. He became a UMYAF officer up to the Annual Conference level.

Lessons Learned

“God gave everyone of us at least one talent and we should use our

talent to worship and serve God. We should not waste it. Let us grab every opportunity to use our talents so we can both bless God and His people,” Nene shared.

On the other hand, Juan’s children Maxima (Mimi) and Benito (Benny), named after their grandparents, became choir members. Benny also helped in bringing children from the mission points in the Bayan sanctuary for Sunday school and would also bring them back home using the church vehicle, a Volkswagen van, in the 1970s.

When Benny and family transferred to Cainta UMC in late 1980s, he continued serving the Lord by being church council officer, as well as Cainta United Methodist Men (UMM) member and officer. His wife Leony also became active in the church council and WSCS.

Upon returning to Taytay UMC in mid-2000, Benny continued to be a church council officer and active UMM officer, and returned to singing through the Blessed Hope Choir with his son, Jun.

The Great Grandchildren

All the children of Nene – Lex, Carla, and Eimee – became

active in the Chancel Choir for more than 10 years until they were

Sanvictores Clan as part of 100 Years of Taytay UMC



The Unveiling of the Centennial MarkerJune 1, 2014 - TUMC Bayan



Administrative Pastor:Rev. Salvador Crisostomo

Deaconesses:CE: Anna Martessa Crisostomo

Roxanne Dela PenaKE: Eden Macanlalay

Associate Pastors:Rev. Ana Liza CabanganRev. Orlando De Leon

Rev. Pud Peralta

Girlie de LeonEditor

Carla GozumWriter

April Gonzaga-MercadoEditor

Jun SanvictorezWriter

Randy De LeonLayout Artist

Lope FranciscoLayout Artist

Mae Esguerra-SyWriter

Ministerial Staff:

Editorial Team

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Midweek Service and Prayer Meeting:

Every Wednesday 7:30PM (Bayan)

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