July 27, 2009 Marked INC's 95th Anniversary

Oh joyous day, oh joyous day---July 27, 2009 was a joyous day.

Luckily, I had already planned and got an approval to take my vacation from work from July 27 through July 31. July 31st being our wedding anniversary. Spring time 2009, the church had been in full gear towards preparation for this milestone.

My vacation turned out to be better than planned. Patrick, Jessica and I went to San Jose HP Pavilion to join the throngs of INC (Iglesia Ni Cristo) members from Northern and Southern California to attend the 95th year celebration. We stayed from beginning until the end of the program. I felt so proud being a member of the true church. I have always been since I was a child. Having parents who were active in the church-- they both passed away and resting in peace. As a youngster I was already holding offices in the church. Something that I try to inculcate with my own daughter. Serve selflessly for the glorification of our Almighty Father in heaven!

The collection of videos called "Chosen", which are inspirational stories from brethrens across the globe, the hymns, the lecture, the musical special with special guests Lea Salonga and the speech from the Deputy Executive and Executive Ministers touched our hearts deeply. As my daughter would always say when she hears or read something that is thought-provoking..."That's deep!".

As we journey back home...which too an hour and a half (not counting our dinner stop at Denny's in San Jose), we spent talking about the day's event and re-affirmed our faith.

Glory be to God the Father in heaven and to our Lord Jesus Christ!

Amen.