December 21: Christmas Program

Last Sunday the youth, children, and toddlers presented the Christmas program to the church. Much hard work was put into making this drama a success. So many were amazed to see the talent of our church youth and children.

The youth had so much fun in the production of this Christmas drama, that they can't wait to produce the next play.

The church credits the LORD for its success, for how smoothly the play went, and for how many were able to attend. He is worthy of all praise !

October 26: Baptism

It is always a joy to see young men follow the LORD in waters of baptism.
The first picture shows Bro. Angelo attending the New Membership Class with Sis. Ida; the second picture shows his baptism by immersion.
Bro. Angelo first entered our church doors for the first time just last January, and accepted Jesus Christ as his personal Lord and Savior four months later, on May.

By accepting the Lord into his heart, Bro. Angelo has found a heavenly home; and by baptism he has found a church home.

Computer Work Team Off To Thailand

I had the wonderful privilege in joining 18 other volunteers under the auspices of Wycliffe Associates, from July 12-26. Our task was to unpack and assemble over 100 new computers for Grace International School, in Chiang Mai, northern Thailand. In addition, we repaired old computers for donation to various ministries.

In one picture I am installing some new application, and updating newer programs, in a high school teacher's classroom.

I joined a group of 3 other volunteers where we went to the town of Pai, and donated one computer to a church. The lady in front of this church is a Bible student with YWAM.

The next stop was to the town of Mae Hong Son, where we donated 3 computers to a girl's orphanage. We were told by our driver with a very straight face, that the zig zag road from Chiang Mai to Mae Hong Son had 1,674 turns.

Some of the volunteers are seen in front of the Grace International School, where we had the privilege of assisting their computer ministry. Our brief stay in Thailand will dearly be remembered, and our labor was done solely for the consummate glory of the Holy One !

July 9: VBS

God is faithful. God is true.

Vacation Bible School is one of FBCDC's regular summer ministries. Last year we enrolled a total of 22 children under age 12 in VBS.

We are currently on our 3rd day of a 5-day VBS. Yesterday and today we totaled 31 children each day under age 12, for an increase of 40% over last year.

It is to God we give the credit.

In addition, there were several comments from the children themselves that this has been the best VBS yet. To God be the glory!

June 15: Father's Day

Yesterday we as a church celebrated "Father's Day." The theme was "A Hawiian Luau." Everyone had a great time.

Here are some selections of that joyful celebration. Our very talented dance intructor was Esil, the daugther of our church trustee.

Notice the "father" in grass skirt... Hmm...???

The church is also so blessed with a growing number of beautiful children. The three pictured are: Andrea, Esil and Faith.

This was an afternoon long to be remembered. And to God we give the glory!

Saturday: May 10

Memorable moments of Mother's Day:

a) Josie giving her mom a "bear" hug

b) Our trustee sings to his family

c) The pastor drives the crowd wild

d) Our drummer Augie doubles as a dancing chef

Saturday: May 10

FBCDC held Mother’s Day a day early.
The men of the church cooked and served breakfast to the ladies of the church on Saturday.
In the selection above we have:
a) The women serving themselves buffet style
b) Tatang Opena “serenading” the ladies
c) Three future “mothers-to-be” ???
d) The Men hard at work preparing the dishes
e) Josie giving a tribute to her mom

April 20: Baptisimal Service

From top to bottom are Sisters Grace, Vicky and Donna. They are actively involved in the ministries of FBCDC, and are a blessing to the church family.

May they increase in the knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ.

April 20: Baptisimal Service

Today we were joyously blessed with the baptism of 5 candidates.

In this post are the baptisms of our two faithful youths, joseph (a high school junior) and ansel (a graduating high school senior).

It is my belief that God has a special blessing to those who take a public stand for Him. "Whosoever therefore shall confess me before men, him will I confess also before my Father which is in heaven" (Matt. 10:32).

April 13: New Membership Class

The Invitation is a time where we allow members of the congregation to come forward after the message to express their desire to follow the Master. Three weeks ago Sis. Donna came forward to express her desire to join FBCDC.

At FBCDC everyone who joins the church must first attend a New Membership Class, taught by myself, the pastor, and Sis. Ida. In this photo taken last Sunday afternoon, Sis. Ida is covering a lesson with Sis. Donna (right).

Sis. Donna, you and your daughters are a rich blessing to all of us at FBCDC. As you have been a tremendous blessing to us, may God Almighty bless you abundantly.

March 23: Easter Sunday

Below are 3 pictures taken this past Easter Sunday: the Praise Team; the children busy in their arts and crafts; lastly, fellowship luncheon at our church's fellowship hall.

Our last Easter Sunday was very well attended by first-time visitors, and current and past members. We owe everything to our loving Savior for what He has done in our church.

2008 has been a very busy year so far, but a year where we have experienced to the fullest the wonderful works of God.

March 9: Junior Praise Team

Last Sunday we were privileged to have several of our children sing praises to the Lord during our Worship Service. In this picture we have from left to right: Saidaj, Haniya, Christina, Esil, Christopher, Jonathan, and RJ.

We have called them our Junior Praise Team, and they will be singing before the congregation once a month.

Truly out of the mouth of these children God has exalted praise. To God be the glory!

December 30: New Membership Class

First Baptist Church of Daly City ended the year 2007 with two candidates seeking church membership. Richard Todd and Vicky Morris (center) attended the New Membership Class after the Worship Service on December 30. The New Membership Class is taught by both the pastor and Sis. Ida (right).

2007 has been a good year for the church, and for that we give to the LORD all of the praise.