“My doctor said I won’t get better anymore. I won’t be able to walk again, I’ll just live on.”
These were the words of Rosemarie Ape, when asked about her health condition. She had been diagnosed with polio—a condition that took away her ability to walk.
Have you ever felt that way? Experiencing the weight of your struggle that’s too heavy, glimpse of hopelessness, seems like the world has already shut you off. Rejected. Forgotten. Told that your story ends here.
But sometimes, what the world calls rejection, God calls redirection. An affirmation that your journey isn’t over—it’s just beginning.
Just like what happened to Rosemarie.
During Operation Blessing’s Mobile Medical Mission in Buhawen, San Marcelino, Zambales, The 700 Club Asia host Felichi Buizon and the team were struck by the arrival of Rosemarie—who entered not on foot, but by crawling. Her quiet determination spoke volumes, and captured everyone’s hearts.
When asked why she went to the medical mission, she shared her story.
“To relieve the pain, especially when working, my back, body, and stomach will hurt.”
Despite Rosemarie’s condition, her desire to live a normal, purposeful life remained. Her disability did not define her. Through the loving support of her grandmother, she continues to work, tending to her plants and helping clean their home.
These simple tasks, though meaningful, were the ones causing Rosemarie physical pain. Amid the discomfort, her prayers have always been for daily provision, considering her current situation.
“I hope that when I wake up, there will be medicine, food… wheelchairs, things like that,” she shared.
Her prayers were answered—and you are one of the instruments God used to fulfill that prayer.
Through your continuous loving support and generous donation to CBN Asia, Operation Blessing was able to provide for Rosemarie’s needs, including medicine, groceries, and even a wheelchair. This vital aid now empowers her to do her daily activities, without disability holding her back.
Before leaving, Felichi Buizon had an encouraging conversation with Rosemarie, sharing the meaning behind her name—Rose for kagandahan (beauty), and Marie for minamahal (beloved).
“You are loved. The Lord loves your beauty,” Felichi said.
Amid challenges, Rosemarie still found the strength to see beauty in her situation. And that alone is a testament to how God deeply loves her. The world’s rejection did not define her—it affirmed that God sees her, protects her, and is always by her side.
Be the reason someone sees God’s goodness in their life today. Partner with Operation Blessing and become a channel of hope and healing. Contact 0998-551-1990 or 0939-921-5543.
