Vacation Bible School at Digos City church of Christ, Roxas Ext., Zone 3, Digos City, Davao del Sur

December 25-28, 2016

Paul wrote to a young man, Timothy, “I thank God, whom I serve with a pure conscience, as my forefathers did, that without ceasing, I remember you in my prayers night and day, greatly desiring to see you, being mindful of your tears, that I may be filled with joy, when I call to remembrance the genuine faith that is in you, which dwelt first in your grandmother Lois and your mother Eunice, and I am persuaded is in you also” (2 Tim. 1:3-5). This wonderful example shows us that raising moral children in an immoral world is possible. However, that does not mean that it will be easy. It is going to take our effort, prayers and dedication. If a parent is faithfully serving Christ, then his goal should be to make disciples of his children (cf. Matt. 28:19)

The Digos City church of Christ conducted a Vacation Bible School from the Evening of December 25 until December 28, 2016. This was attended by young men and women of this congregation. Some also came from different places who are willing to spend their vacation by learning how to live Christians in their youth. My father, Julie Divine A. Notarte and my brothers in flesh, Joseph Notarte and Jonathan Notarte were the host and arranged the activities. We received many good feedback from those who attended which help us plan to make another VBS in the near future, God willing.

Vacation Bible Study at Ginatilan church of Christ, Ginatilan, Kidapawan City

March 25, 2016

We are thankful to be part of the speakers to teach young men and women on a Vacation Bible Study (VBS) held in Ginatilan church of Christ where brother Hope Itdang preaches. More than 120 youth attended that came from different places in Davao City, Davao del Sur, and Cotabato provinces. Brother Connie Balbin and his brothers facilitated this work every year.

Before we begin preaching this day, we give bibles translated in our local dialect "Cebuano" to those who attended that have no personal bible and they are very thankful. This is through the help of brother Ron Halbrook and we distribute it to many preachers of the Church of Christ who could not afford to buy one especially those who lived in hinterlands.

Brother Dudley Ross Balbin taught about singing and song leading. Everyone is attentive and cooperative and willing to learn.

The SPEAKERS on this 2nd day VBS where brother:
1. FRANK ISLA, a preacher in Bansalan church of Christ, Gumamela St., Bansalan, Davao del Sur. He taught the lesson, "The Role of Children in the Home."
2. JOSEPH NOTARTE, a preacher in New Quezon church of Christ, New Quezon, Hagonoy, Davao del Sur. He taught the lesson, "7 C's of Successful Marriage."
3. JONATHAN NOTARTE, a preacher in Manga church of Christ, Manga, Matanao, Davao del Sur. He taught the lesson, "Discipline in the Home."
4. I, JOSHUA A. NOTARTE, a preacher in Bitaug church of Christ, Bitaug, Sta. Cruz, Davao del Sur. I was assigned to preach on 2 lessons. These are (1) "Parents with Troubling Children" & (2) "Why We Lose Our Young People?"
5. JULIE DIVINE A. NOTARTE, a preacher in Digos City church of Christ, Roxas Ext., Zone 3, Digos City, Davao del Sur. He was also assigned to preach on 2 lessons. These are (1) "Marriage, Divorce and Remarriage" & (2) "Problems Facing Today's Family."

We are thankful that God touch the heart of those who heard the truth that hopefully can changed their lives too by serving faithfully to God. 12 SOULS submitted to baptism on MARCH 26, 2016 after hearing the Gospel of Christ. Brother Hope Itdang baptized them and we give all the glory to God.