Dear Praying Friends and Partners,

What a friend we have in Jesus,

All our sins and griefs to bear!

What a privilege to carry

Everything to God in prayer!

Oh, what peace we often forfeit,

Oh, what needless pain we bear,

All because we do not carry

Everything to God in prayer!

Have we trials and temptations?

Is there trouble anywhere?

We should never be discouraged

Take it to the Lord in prayer.

Can we find a friend so faithful,

Who will all our sorrows share?

Jesus knows our every weakness;

Take it to the Lord in prayer. (Joseph Scriven)

Indeed we have a friend in Jesus and as we take these

things to Him in prayer, let us approach with confidence

as we have received grace so we also come by grace.

Come let us pray….

In Christ,

Shebel Solmia

Communications Staff

IVCF Phil.

Metro Manila Regional Unit

Praise the Lord for the newly donated books for the IVCF Student Center. Our center is now more appealing and reader friendly. The IVCF Corporation Meeting last August 25, 2012 will not be completed without the help of our volunteers. We praise the Lord for the lives of the students and graduates who helped the staff workers complete their assigned task at the Corporation Meeting.

Northern Luzon Regional Unit Praise God for the Graduate-Student Fellowship celebrated last August 31 at Ate Helen Monta’s Residence in Baguio City. Almost 30 students and graduates participated in said event. The event was fuelled by different testimonies and stories of Alumni during their college days. Praise God for Dr. Mario Abuan’s commitment to be a part of RAC as vice-chairman filling in the position left by Ate June Falancy, who went to be with the Lord last July 29. Praise God for the University Recognition received by Ramonian Christian Fellowship in Ramon Magsaysay Technological University, Iba, Zambales. Please continue to pray for this pioneering campus. The student-work here is supported by a GT member, Aji Sarito. Please pray that many students will continue to know Jesus through this fellowship. Praise God nine college and high school students who were able to participate via live streaming ala LCD projector in the Corporation meeting. The afternoon was wrapped up by food fellowship and praying for IVCF as a movement Pray for more graduate volunteers and ISCF counselors in NL. The student work in NL is expanding through the help of faithful GTs and alumni who untiringly and willingly support the region through their sacrificial effort. Pray that more graduates will be committed in reaching the students throughout the region. Pray for more faithful and regular donors/alumni who will support the region through prayer and faithful giving. Please pray for the ISCF Baguio City National High School (BCNHS) Commando Evangelism on September 10, Monday. Please pray for the preparations and availability of the IS students together with their Ate’s and Kuya’s to share the Gospel to their schoolmates. Pray for LCDC preparations of the Execom this September and October. Pray that student-leaders will continue to soak in God’s presence and guidance as they plan and prepare . Please pray for the subsidy needed and for people who will give towards it. Pray, too, for favourable weather and schedule since there had been cancelled classes due to bad weather condition.

It's more fun in IVCF Home National. Last August 27, 2012, MMRU student leaders organized our second Annual MMRU Fun Day. Praise God for the fun games and warm f ellowship we had that day. Pray for our Leadership Camp Discipleship Camp this coming October 22-28, 2012 at Falcon Crest, Norzagaray, Bulacan. We are raising Php40,000.00 for the camp subsidy.

Please pray for the MMRU Tree Planting this September 22, 2012 at Brgy. Tartaro, San Miguel Bulacan. May the students and graduates enjoy the fun of serving the Lord through this activity. The MMRU printer is about to end its service. Please pray that we would be able to buy a new one with a scanner in replacement for the old printer.

Southern Luzon Regional Unit "I thank my God every time I remember you...I always pray with joy because of your partnership in the gospel from the first day until now..." Philippians 1:3 & 5" We praise and thank the Lord that despite our need for staffing, by the grace of God, the work among students in the 4 provinces of Cavite, Laguna, Batangas, and Mindoro continues. This cannot be possible without the love & commitment of our GTs, graduates, and student-leaders across the region. We truly thank the Lord for the gift of their partnership. We praise the Lord for students who came to know Christ through the witness of the local IVCF chapters in the campuses. Hearing their stories brings much joy and encouragement to the chapters and it is a source of strength as we co-labor with others in our young region.

We are praying for 2 more full time staff to help us in our vast and growing regional work. Please pray that those whom the Lord is calling to serve him in this capacity will respond with a "YES" and will not delay, regardless of the cost because the God who calls is faithful to provide for our needs. Pray for students and graduates who will commit to be our pioneer regional donors and that through this we may be able to establish our region's donor base. Pray for wisdom and unity as we work together in running the SLRU Leadership Camp this October. We are working in close partnership with IVCF graduates who run the Echo Adventure Camp. May the Lord's Spirit work powerfully in the hearts & minds of our emerging student-leaders.

Central and Eastern Visayas Regional Unit

The Lord is at work in the region. Praise Him for the continuous working of the GT Volunteers, staff & student-leaders in the different areas of the region. We also praise the Lord for how He has kept us safe amidst all the calamities that we faced. Truly He is the Sovereign God who is control and who watches all that He loves. Praise the Lord for the safe trip of our two staff workers (Ate Rachel & Kuya Sam) to Bangkok, Thailand (and back) where they participated in the Scripture Engagement Conference of IFES East Asia. Praise the Lord for His provision, protection and permission. Help us pray that the things they have learned there will be practiced here in the region and in the whole movement.

Pray for the upcoming Discipleship Leadership Training Camp at Vilches Beach, Guimaras. Pray for the availability of the invited counselors and speakers. Pray, too, for God’s guiding wisdom for the executive committee as they continue to plan and prepare for the camp. Pray also that the Lord will give us our subsidy needed amounting to P100,000. May our Jehovah Jireh pour out His blessings.

Pray for the planned activities for the month of September. Campus chapters will have an On-Campus-Leadership Training to help new leaders of the chapters. September is Missions Awareness Month so please pray for the students’ preparation of the upcoming missions events in their schools and universities. Pray also for the Leader’s Councils who will spearhead these activities.

Pray that the Lord will continue to provide for the operational needs of the region. Pray that more graduates will give regularly towards this need. Pray also for the staff team. May the Lord grant them wisdom and strength as they minister to the students in the campuses and that God also provide for the needs of the staff in both ministry and personal needs.

Western Visayas Regional Unit Praise the Lord for His faithfulness and sustenance in the lives of graduates. Their continued support to the ministry enabled us to go the extra mile in the ministry. Alumni from 80s gathered together last August 9, at a dinner sponsored by MEANS. It was a time of fellowship, food and fun. We were blessed by the presence of Anne Benthien and Bethel Skinker (IVCF-WNU Alumni) who gave us an update about MEANS Ministry and also shared their stories.

Praise God for the student leaders and Graduate Team Members. We are also thankful for their passion and dedication in leading the campuses. Praise God for the commitment of the GTs in doing campus work and we are thankful for the life of Frel Shine Falcis (Roxas) new GT member. May the Good Lord continue to pour out blessings upon them as they work with the staff.

Praise God for the creativity and initiative of the students in expanding God’s ministry. At PNU-Cadiz they had a new project named “Bless the Utility Men”. They bought food for the maintenance and janitorial staff of their campus and after that they helped in cleaning the school premise. The Special Education Students’ Society of WVSU and IVCF collaborated in reaching an Indigenous People group in Panay. This project started when Annie Abogail, shared of her passion among the Aetas somewhere in Iloilo. Annie is a Special Education Student of WVSU and also an IVCF Student Leader.

We continue to thank the Lord for the RAC here in the region. They will be meeting this month. May the Lord give them wisdom and clear direction as we meet and work together for the advance of God’s kingdom in the student world here in CEV. Praise the Lord for the LCDC planning. Jay-r (the OA Director) recounts that the invitations have been sent and our speakers have confirmed. Please continue to pray for provision, permission & protection for all our LCDC participants. Pray, too, that we will be ready not just with our bodies but also with our hearts. We have at least 30 delegates who are sure of attending LCDC this year. Please pray for them as they raise funds, ask permission from their parents and submit all their requirements. Pray, too, that they may have the dates (19-26 October) free so they can attend the LCDC in full. Pray for favor and for abundant provision for them. Some of the counselors we have invited are not available. Many of them who declined are male counselors. Please help us pray that the Lord will call and raise up male student-leaders in this region and that the Lord will teach us how to disciple them. Pray, too, for the camp subsidy Php14,000.00 that we need to raise.

Northern Mindanao Regional Unit Praise God for our ISCF ministry in MOGCHS (Misamis

Oriental General Comprehensive High School). We

already have a place and a regular schedule for our

meetings in campus. Pray that students will continue

to be excited to join our activities and they would be

hungry to discover Jesus Christ through our Bible

studies.

Praise God for our Grad Team in Cagayan de Oro

City. They have been regularly meeting together for

Bible study, prayers and business meetings. Jeuel

Condahan is our new Grad team leader. Pray that

Caraga Regional Unit

Praise God for the successful ASSCAT Praise Festival everyone was filled with thanksgiving to God for the 9th year of celebrating His infinite greatness. Praise God we are given the opportunity to regularly conduct a values class to High School students of Cabadbaran City National High School. It was approved by the School Division Superintendent.

Praise God for the LCDC exec meeting last Aug. 28, followed by

an overnight retreat for student leaders in Cagayan. The

students had self-discovery exercises. Pray for them, for

provision and strength in coping up various demands, school,

family and ministry related. Pray for our Bible studies also. We

need more BS leaders.

Pray for IV-home Cagayan and Bukidnon. We believe that IV-

home is our unique ministry. It is the place where holistic

discipleship is happening for grads and students. Pray for the

Lord’s provision.

Praise God for the staff visit in Bukidnon last Sept 3-4. The

graduates and student leaders had their time together. Pray

that they can do this monthly as they have envisioned it to

happen.

Pray for our Regional Advisory Council who will meet this Sept

29. Pray for wisdom as they help address our regional concerns,

particularly in our financial deficit. Pray for P10, 000.00-our

initial deposit to open our regional bank account.

Praise God for the past Leadership seminar of Lapaz National High School. Kuya Edcyl Lopez and I were invited as their resource speakers. The school wanted to have God fearing students since most of them are purely from the local tribe Manobo. They are excited to have a regular fellowship of students. Please pray for the request to conduct a regular fellowship at Lapaz National High School. Pray that we will find favor as we apply for recognition from the School Administration. Please pray for more graduate volunteers for Ca-badbaran City National High School so that more students will hear and know about Christ. Please pray for preparations for CRU CDC of Executive Committee. Pray for wisdom in finalizing the plans for the camp. Pray, too, for the students who will attend as well as the speakers.

Iligan and Bukidnon grad teams will also have their

monthly meetings. Pray for the revival of our grads

fellowship in the region also. Iligan area will have their Get

Together this coming September 22. Pray for more grads to

join.

Southern Mindanao Regional Unit

Praise God for giving success to our brethren in their respective board exams. Miss Joy M. Poral, former student-leader, a KC 2011 graduate and a GT member for Davao City, is now are Registered Nurse. Mr. Jether G. Yares, a former IVCF Staff and

one of the new elected RAC Members in IVCF-SMRU, ranked 8th place for the recent Guidance & Counselling Board Exam. Let’s rejoice even more for

Mercedita “Mercy” Coloma to be the first Physician among the Manobo tribe. Jether and Mercy are both KC 2000 graduates.

Hallelujah for the financial improvement in the region. We give God the glory for giving us a positive ending balance in

the General Fund amounting P15,017.89 as of September 4, 2012. In spite of the scarcity, we are able to pay our bills, continue our operations and send our Staffs to their regular

training. Prayer indeed moves mountains!

Please pray for the upcoming LCDC with the theme: “G+: Be on Guard! Grow in Grace for God’s Glory” based on 2 Peter 3:17-18. This will be held on October 22-29 at Mt. Carmel, Kinuskusan, Davao del Sur. Please pray that we can now find an expositor. All in our list have turned us down due to conflict of schedules. Pray also for ther speakers, exec and counselors as we labor together in the preparations. Please do pray for its subsidy amounting P35,209.40. Pray that many will take part of this cause. Needing around 8-10 sacks of rice, we are happy to receive any portion of this need.

A Ways and Means Committee headed by Ptr. Ruben Hernani, Jr. was created by RAC last month. Please pray for the group for God’s wisdom as we try to think, consider and explore more ideas to sustain the financial aspects of the region.

Please continue to pray that the LORD will continue to protect us from the enemy’s schemes. Student-leaders, GT’s, RAC members, and even the Staff-workers need your constant prayer support and encouragements as we are always under attack. Pray also for the GT members who will be taking their respective board examinations (LET – Gretchen Guillas, Cristita Porgatorio, Rowena Riño, Darie Lyn Pantelgone, April Joy Trance & April May Trance; CPA Board – Cristian Carren Peligro & Lorebel Echavez). May the LORD’s favor and wisdom be upon them!

Give thanks to the Lord for his faithfulness in our student ministry. This quarter shows that 1,120 students have already heard the gospel in which 86 of them are positively responding to it. It has also been reported that we have 84 Discussion Groups attended by 547 contacts, 38 Cell Groups participated by 234 members, 30 Prayer Meetings which was attended by 592 students. There were also 22 Large Group Meetings attended by 873 students. Some chapters in the area ceased to exist due to school administrative decision and lack of manpower. But it has been said that “when God closes the door, he really opens the windows” for the ISCF work in DRANHS, UM-Tagum-High School, and the long awaited renewal of permit from Davao City National High School -Main Campus. Indeed, He is on time!

Are we weak and heavy-laden Cumbered with a load of care

?Precious Savior, still our refuge— Take it to the Lord in prayer.

Do thy friends despise, forsake thee? Take it to the Lord in prayer!

In His arms He’ll take and shield thee, Thou wilt find a solace there.

Blessed Savior, Thou hast promised Thou wilt all our burdens bear; May we ever, Lord, be bringing All to Thee in earnest prayer.

Soon in glory bright, unclouded, There will be no need for prayer— Rapture, praise, and endless worship Will be our sweet portion there.

(Joseph M. Scriven)