2025 Feast of Tabernacles: Bukidnon, Philippines

Our Mindanao brethren once again experienced a deeply meaningful and joy-filled Feast of Tabernacles 2025 at Hotel de Susana Resort in Valencia City, Bukidnon, Philippines. The venue provided an ideal environment for an exclusive and unified Feast celebration, where accommodations, meals and activities were held in one location. This setting created a wonderful atmosphere of closeness and togetherness, allowing everyone to fully focus on worship, learning, and rejoicing before God throughout the Feast period.

A total of 194 registered brethren and guests attended the celebration, including a Filipino family of three from Singapore and two guests from Canada.

The Feast began joyfully with a welcome dinner, highlighted by heartfelt singing of hymns and expressions of thanksgiving to God. This opening evening set a tone of unity and family closeness that carried through the entire week. The opening day messages included an inspiring welcome video from UCG President John Elliott and a live webcast from David Dobson to all Feast sites across the Philippines. His message focused on the gift of memory and God’s purpose in helping His people remember His way. Other messages throughout the Feast—accompanied by powerful and inspiring special music—emphasized harmony, unity and our coming roles in the Kingdom of God, drawing attention to how all have a special part to play in building upon the foundation of Jesus Christ.

Afternoon activities were filled with fellowship and joy, designed to strengthen the bonds of God’s family. The children’s and youth activities brought energy and excitement to the Feast grounds, while the Seniors’ Got Talent event offered laughter and inspiration as seasoned brethren shared their gifts. Young adults enjoyed an outing and forum at Anahawon Ridge and Skypark, a scenic spot overlooking the mountains and plains of Bukidnon, where they built friendships centered on faith. Special Bible studies for parents, married couples, and youth added depth to the Feast experience, providing practical lessons for living godly lives in today’s world.

One of the highlights of the Feast was the festival show—a joyful evening of wholesome entertainment showcasing musical, cultural and artistic talents. The performances created a memorable night of celebration for all.

We witnessed two baptisms during the Feast as individuals committed their lives to God—an inspiring reminder of the continuing work of conversion and calling within His Church.

The Feast concluded with a fun-filled family day featuring games and fellowship, followed by an appreciation dinner—a fitting finale to a spiritually rich and joyful week. Brethren reflected on the blessings of the Feast and expressed gratitude to God.

As the Eighth Day arrived, hearts were moved by powerful messages pointing to God’s ultimate plan of salvation for all humanity. The Feast renewed everyone’s vision of the coming Kingdom of God and inspired deeper faith to continue building upon the foundation of Jesus Christ.

The brethren in Bukidnon give heartfelt thanks to God, His Church, and all who served throughout the Feast for their dedication, love and cooperation. Truly, this year’s Feast of Tabernacles strengthened the unity of God’s people, deepened understanding of His purpose and filled everyone with joy and anticipation for the glorious Kingdom soon to come!