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Floods and earthquakes shake up a nation

Although a flash flood inundated most of Metro Manila, Central and North Luzon in the Philippines, recent earthquakes have shaken up the nation even more.




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School project impacts community

A school-wide clean-up drive organised by OM Philippines' Sudlon II students becomes a community-wide clean-up drive hosted the third Saturday of every month.




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In the aftermath of Typhoon Pablo

OM Philippines sees signs of hope in the midst of tragic loss while extending help to churches wrecked by Typhoon Pablo (Bopha).




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Empowering sustainable ministries

OM Philippines will host three training sessions this month in an effort to see sustainable, transformational and developmental ministries grow in Cebu City.




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Trekking to see lives changed

Home to many mountain tribal people, most of whom practice animism, Banaue will host this year’s Go Extra Mile outreach from 9-24 April.




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Children from the slum graduate

Nineteen boys and girls graduated from Fishport Kids Tutorial Club's day care programme in Manila, Philippines, this month.




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Holiday Bible class becomes community event

The OM Philippines-Cebu team, in partnership with the local church, touches the lives of young and old through a five-day Bible class.




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Three million and counting…

OM Ships’ vessel Logos Hope welcomes her three millionth visitor on board while in Puerto Princesa, Philippines.




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God's amazing favour

Forty new students registered for OM Philippines-Cebu’s Alternative Learning System (ALS) programme in June, and by faith, their financial needs have been met.




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Serving beyond their comfort zones

Marie Reyes from Australia led the Out of the Comfort Zone Cebu team, and shares lessons she learnt during the two-week outreach.




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OM Philippines participates in Run for the World

OM SportsLink hosts a local R4TW race to engage those involved with OM Philippines-Cebu Ministries and encourage people to pray for the nations.




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Typhoon Haiyan slams the Philippines

One of the strongest typhoons ever to hit land slammed the Philippines on Friday, 15 November, forcing millions to take shelter. OM Philippines responds.




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Leyte Island still in dark

A team of three from OM Philippines travel to Leyte Island to assess the situation and connect with local churches.




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Fully operational this week

After taking inventory of the relief effort, OM Philippines workers, in partnership with churches, distribute relief necessities to some of the least-reached disaster sites.




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OM starts reconstruction in three locations

As local markets begin to re-establish themselves, the OM Philippines crisis response team takes steps towards reconstruction in Tacloban, Bohol and Northern Cebu.




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A heart for Leyte Island

OM Philippines Field Leader Sally Ababa is concerned about the damage residents of Leyte Island face as clean-up efforts move forward.




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Christmas cheer for poor children in Tacloban

Students from OM Philippines-Cebu's Alternative Learning System bring children joy through a Christmas party, following the trauma caused by Bohol earthquake and Typhoon Haiyan.




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Christmas parties and food packages

On 24 December, OM Philippines-Cebu witnessed the overflowing joy of about 135 families during Christmas parties they hosted in two typhoon-affected areas.




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Not forgotten this Christmas

From Leyte Island to Northern Cebu to Bohol Island, the Christmas season brought overwhelming joy to many who received provision and care from OM Philippines.




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Journey towards recovery

OM Philippines-Cebu conducts critical incident stress debriefing training with partner organisations and churches in Cebu City, Northern Cebu and Bohol Island.




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Running the relief marathon

How OM Philippines is making a long-term difference in the aftermath of Typhoon Haiyan.




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Fire in cemetery leaves 7,000 homeless

Seven thousand were reported homeless after fire destroyed homes in Lorega cemetery, Cebu City, on 18 March. OM helps provide basic relief.




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Into the last frontier

From 8-26 April, OM Philippines will host their annual short-term missions conference GO EXTRA MILE in Palawan for the first time ever.




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Weekend getaway restores hope

Over 50 pastors and family members from Tacloban enjoy a weekend getaway organised by OM Philippines from 7-9 March.




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Livelihood training for the destitute and devastated

OM Philippines hosts micro-business workshops that offer a future with hope.




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Challenged to take the walk

OM Philippines completes their annual mission training and exposure programme in the tribal areas of Palawan, Philippines.




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Operation Safe multiplied

OM Philippines hosts camps for children affected by recent trauma that facilitate emotional restoration through dance, songs, crafts, Bible stories and more.




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Freely received, freely given

OM Philippines received a huge donation of brand new clothing, shoes and food packs for Typhoon Haiyan victims.




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Challenged to think differently

Six young people joined STEP OUT 2014 and an outreach in the Philippines to challenge their comfort zones, and they were not disappointed.




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School drop-outs receive holistic education

OM Philippines’ Alternative Learning System teachers visit the homes of students in an effort to connect with their parents and encourage further education.




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Construction of 20 homes unites people

20 A-frame houses and a Sunday School building destroyed by Typhoon Haiyan have been built by OM Philippines these past three months.




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Intentional relationships open doors

Three boys who sell fish become “men of peace” for the DreamAsia+ team in three of the poorest Muslim communities in the Philippines.




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Refreshing in God’s love

Cebu, Philippines :: Pastors and their wives who serve in the region affected by Typhoon Haiyan are invited on board for a time of rest and refreshment.




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Channels of hope

Cebu, Philippines :: A full-day workshop on HIV and AIDS is held on board Logos Hope to encourage churches and voluntary organisations to reach out to those living with HIV and AIDS.




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Unwavering support

Subic Bay, Philippines :: Logos Hope’s Official Opening in Subic Bay is blessed by the attendance of pastors who have stood with the ship’s ministry since its first visit.




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Extraordinary volunteers

Subic Bay, Philippines :: Local volunteers share their stories and experiences on Logos Hope.




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Bringing good news to the islands

An Out of the Comfort Zone team experiences island life as they bring Christ’s love to children and families on Gilutungan and Kinatarcan Island.




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OM Philippines celebrates 25 years of ministry

OM Philippines celebrates 25 years of transforming lives and communities.




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More partners in Christ raised up

OM Philippines receives a short-term mission team from Hong Kong.




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A Baptism and a feast

A teenage girl's courage and boldness opens door for family´s salvation (Philippines).




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ALS gradutation inspires

OM Philippines helps train and provide school drop-outs with the opportunity to earn their elementary or high school diploma.




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Surigao City earthquake victims need trauma counselling

OM Philippines send staff to assess the earthquake damages in Surigao City and provide needed disaster relief training.




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First ever TeenStreet to be held in the Philippines

One hundred Filipino teens, aged 12-18 are expected to come to the five-day event of fun, learning and life-changing encounters in Cebu.




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Touching Lives: First TeenStreet Philippines

After over 10 years of praying, the Philippines had its first-ever TeenStreet!




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Tropical cyclone reopens conflict area

OM responded to the needs of people affected by Typhoon Vinta, relying on military accompaniment to reach the location and deliver aid.




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Impacting young Filipinos

Young Filipinos participate in OM Philippines Alternative Learning System, a learning institution for those who have dropped out of school or failed their exams.




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Review: Sony X800H HomeKit TV is an excellent mid-tier set



At CES 2020, Sony unveiled a new line of 4K and 8K TVs, destined to be released during the year. They finally have now gone on sale and we were quick to pick one up to test it out.




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Couples in crisis

Many Albanian couples are in crisis in their marriages and life situations in Greece. Prayer is really appreciated for these couples as well as for the people who try to help these couples in their struggles!




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A BIBLE CAN CHANGE A LIFE – a testimony of a Greek woman

Testimony of a Greek woman.




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Children of Immigrants

A story about 2 Albanian boys who live in Greece as immigrants with their families.