When Typhoon Enteng hit the Philippines, more than 900 people in Antipolo City had to leave their homes, including Sheryl and Rebecca, who each faced heartbreaking challenges.
Yet, amid the chaos, both found hope and comfort through the compassion of kababayans like you, who supported them through Operation Blessing, CBN Asia’s humanitarian arm.
Rebecca Rama, a 32-year-old mother, lost her home to the relentless floodwaters. Her first thought was her six children—she just wanted them safe. Although the flood destroyed everything they had, she felt deeply grateful that her family was unharmed.
“When the water surged toward us, thankfully I was able to hold onto my two kids. If I hadn’t, they would have been swept away. My friend finally got to me last, and by then the water was already chest-deep,” Rebecca recalled.
But their struggle didn’t end there; her husband, Markhero, lost several electronic devices he repaired to earn a living, taking away their main source of income.
It was a double blow, but Rebecca held onto hope for her family’s future.
On the other hand, Sheryl Diamante, from Barangay Mayamot, was in a vulnerable place herself—she had just given birth and found herself living in an evacuation center for days.
But in her darkest moment, Operation Blessing’s One Step Ahead campaign showed up with essential supplies, offering her relief and comfort when she needed it most.
“The goods you’re giving us, even just for a single day, are already a blessing. You gave us so much more than that—enough to last several weeks,” Sheryl said.
Operation Blessing, working together with the Shining Light Foundation, acted fast, bringing vital supplies like food, blankets, and mats to families like Sheryl’s and Rebecca’s.
For the two mothers, these weren’t just supplies; they were reminders that they weren’t alone in their struggle.
God used Operation Blessing and donors like you to alleviate the suffering of our kababayans.
Both Sheryl and Rebecca shared how much it meant to them to feel seen and supported by their community, showing just how powerful compassion and generosity can be in helping families rebuild after such a disaster.
When you partner with CBN Asia, you are helping bring real hope and healing to countless Filipinos in need. Your support, no matter the amount, reaches people in their hardest moments, bringing comfort, health, and the love of God to the places that need it most.
Together, we can make a difference, changing lives and creating a brighter future for our kababayans.
