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Why is Bayanihan Important in this Time of Pandemic?

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There has never been a more important time to keep the bayanihan spirit alive.

During the pandemic, many people lost their lives and livelihoods, their health and well-being suffered, and it stalled our children’s education and even the global economy. Nearly two years on and the pandemic continues to wreak havoc on everyone’s lives.

So, if you are wondering why we need bayanihan imore than ever, here’s a quick answer: bayanihan saves lives. And through your donations to charities and organizations like the Operation Blessing Foundation Philippines, you help keep that Filipino spirit alive.

There are many more reasons to keep lending a hand, and here are a few more:

Bayanihan alleviates people’s suffering

Life was already difficult for many Filipinos, even before the pandemic. So when Severe Tropical Storm Maring—known internationally as Kompasu—ravaged the northern parts of Luzon last month, many of our kababayans had to rely on others’ help to get through the day.

Because of your bayanihan with Operation Blessing, we were able to give relief to families affected by the typhoon. The disaster response team visited Barangay Maynganay Sur in Sta. Maria, Ilocos Sur last October 28 and delivered much-needed food bags to help our starving kababayans.

Bayanihan sparks hope

Persons with disabilities are among the most vulnerable, and also often the most in need of support like medications and medical devices like wheelchairs.

Thanks to your help, Operation Blessing was able to give them the gift of mobility!

In partnership with the Local Government Unit of Piddig, Ilocos Norte and a local church partner, persons of disabilities received brand new wheelchairs last week. Through your support, we can  wheelchairs to more of our kababayans to so they could have freedom of movement and independence.

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Bayanihan rebuilds lives

According to Philippine Statistics Authority, almost 4.14 million Filipinos lost their jobs during the pandemic.

Some of our kababayans in Mindanao are among the people struggling to make ends meet. And though are doing their best, most of them still have a hard time finding comfort, relief, and hope that they can rebuild their lives.

Your giving helps them get back on their feet! Last week, our brothers and sisters in Balagonon, Bansalan, Davao del Sur received lifesaving supplies and much-needed encouragement from Operation Blessing.

Through tangible relief and uplifting words and prayers, jobless and disaster-affected families in Davao del Sur were comforted and encouraged to rebuild their lives.

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Why is bayanihan important in this time of pandemic?

Bayanihan is important because it shows the heart of Filipinos – a heart of generosity, unity, and compassion to deliver hope where it’s needed most.

Keep the bayanihan spirit alive by partner with Operation Blessing today!

You may give through Operation Blessing’s website or through the following bank accounts with account name Operation Blessing Foundation Phils., Inc.:

Banco De Oro (BDO)

Peso Account: 003-000-055-279

Dollar Account: 103-000-11-3333

Swift Code: BNORPHMM

Union Bank of the Philippines

Peso Account: 00-216-072163-9

Dollar Account: 13-216-000170-0

Swift Code: UBPHPHMM

Metrobank

Peso Account: 270-3-27050273-4

Dollar Account: 270-2-27000282-4

Swift Code: MBTCPHMM

Bank of the Philippine Islands (BPI)

Peso Account: 3001-0040-33

For more information on how you can donate or sponsor, call 0939-921-5543 or 0918-906-7753.

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Your Gadget, Their Future: Support Operation Blessing’s “One Student, One Gadget” Campaign!

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For a dreamer like Jeremy Kate Cordero, going back to school during the pandemic is a privilege.

It has always been her ambition to finish her studies and help her family escape poverty. But the COVID-19 pandemic has drained their resources and left Jeremy Kate wondering where she can find a tablet she can use for online learning.

Thankfully, she became one of the scholars of Operation Blessing’s Back-to-School program!

“I feel like I am just few steps away from pursuing my dreams,” Jeremy Kate said.

Thanks to the donors and partners of Operation Blessing who supported its One Student, One Gadget Campaign, Jeremy Kate got the much-needed tablet for her online classes!

“Thank you, Operation Blessing. You are the answer to the prayers of many poor students who have big dreams for the future like me. Your kindness motivates and inspires me to do well as a student, as I desire to give back to my parents and help our family,” she said gratefully.

You, too, can help more students like Jeremy Kate reach their dreams!

With your donation of cash, or brand new or used but functioning gadget, Back-to-School scholars and other underprivileged — yet deserving — students can continue with online learning. These gadgets can either be a laptop or a tablet that can be used for their online classes.

For cash donations, give through the Operation Blessing website or through these bank accounts with account name Operation Blessing Foundation Phils., Inc.:

Banco De Oro (BDO)

Peso Account: 003-000-055-279

Dollar Account: 103-000-11-3333

Swift Code: BNORPHMM

Union Bank of the Philippines

Peso Account: 00-216-072163-9

Dollar Account: 13-216-000170-0

Swift Code: UBPHPHMM

Metrobank

Peso Account: 270-3-27050273-4

Dollar Account: 270-2-27000282-4

Swift Code: MBTCPHMM

Bank of the Philippine Islands (BPI)

Peso Account: 3001-0040-33

For other ways to give, contact 0939-921-5543 or 0918-906-7753. You may also visit Operation Blessing’s Facebook page to know more about the work we do.

Hope for the Homeless: Here’s How You Help them through Operation Blessing!

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Food is life.

But amid the COVID-19 pandemic, thousands of our kababayans have no idea where to get their next meal.

This is the everyday struggle of street dwellers in Manila.

Even before the pandemic, they are familiar with hunger and being exposed to health risks. However, the pandemic has made their already dire situation even worse.

One and a half year into the pandemic, homeless families are still reeling from the crisis, still with no steady source of income and food.

This is why Operation Blessing Foundation Philippines, CBN Asia’s humanitarian arm, worked with the Armed Forces of the Philippines to bring much-needed relief to people living on the streets.

This week, the Operation Blessing team and the 7th Civil Relations Group – Civil Relations Service AFP and 11th Civil-Military Operation ”Kaugnayan” Battalion under the Joint Task Force NCR roamed the streets of Manila. They reached out to several street dwellers and distributed food bags and Bibles.

Since the start of the pandemic, access to food has been literally lifesaving.

The good news? We can continue to bring lifesaving aid through your help!

Partner with Operation Blessing today and together, we will spark hope to homeless families who are heavily affected by the pandemic.

You can donate any amount through Operation Blessing’s website, through GCash (Operation Blessing), or through the following bank accounts with account name: Operation Blessing Foundation Phils., Inc.:

Banco De Oro (BDO)

Peso Account: 003-000-055-279

Dollar Account: 103-000-11-3333

Swift Code: BNORPHMM

Union Bank of the Philippines

Peso Account: 00-216-072163-9

Dollar Account: 13-216-000170-0

Swift Code: UBPHPHMM

Metrobank

Peso Account: 270-3-27050273-4

Dollar Account: 270-2-27000282-4

Swift Code: MBTCPHMM

Bank of the Philippine Islands (BPI)

Peso Account: 3001-0040-33

For more information on how to donate and make sponsorships, you may visit Operation Blessing’s Facebook page or contact 0939–921–5543 or 0918–906–7753.

Do you want to support the entire CBN Asia Family of Ministries? Visit this link to know how.

(DSWD-SB-SP-00035-2021-Nationwide)

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Here’s How You are Helping a Father Walk Again!

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Hours turned into days.

Days turned into weeks.

Weeks turned into months.

Francisco Armario spent nine months in his bed because of the debilitating pain on his legs. The last three months were the worst –he could not even move, do household chores, nor go to the bathroom on his own.

Above all these, Francisco’s livelihood suffered. His family could not afford to bring him to the hospital because they did not have money to pay for his medical bills.

“It was November 2020 when I first walked in pain. Months after, I cannot walk nor stand anymore; I am bedridden. As a father, it was so painful for me to see my family struggling,” Francisco lamented.

This is what happens when a member of a low-income family gets sick. And their difficulties are compounded by the present pandemic. They have to endure the pain while being cooped up in their own homes.

Waiting.

Wondering if they could ever get the medical treatment they need.

Francisco’s situation showed that anyone can experience health problems but not everyone can afford to get treatment. Healthcare becomes a privilege for our most vulnerable kababayans.

Thankfully, Franciso held on to hope.

“Because of my condition, I learned to pray to God more and seek Him wholeheartedly,” he shared.

Extremely worried about Francisco’s situation, his sister reached out to Operation Blessing Foundation Philippines, CBN Asia’s humanitarian arm. Francisco’s family’s prayers were answered when they received a response.

Operation Blessing visited Francisco and gave him free medical consultation and took care of his medication. Although he has yet to complete a series of checkups, he is now more hopeful and full of vigor.

“It is really a huge help for me and my family. I am very thankful to God for using Operation Blessing as an instrument of help and healing for me!” Francisco ended.

Because of your compassion and unwavering support to Operation Blessing, Francisco can walk again. Together, we continue to extend help to our vulnerable kababayans who urgently need medical assistance.

Help us help more!

Spark hope and share God’s healing by partnering with Operation Blessing. You can donate online, via GCash (Operation Blessing), or through these bank accounts with account name: Operation Blessing Foundation Phils., Inc.:

Banco De Oro (BDO)

Peso Account: 003-000-055-279

Dollar Account: 103-000-11-3333

Swift Code: BNORPHMM

Union Bank of the Philippines

Peso Account: 00-216-072163-9

Dollar Account: 13-216-000170-0

Swift Code: UBPHPHMM

Metrobank

Peso Account: 270-3-27050273-4

Dollar Account: 270-2-27000282-4

Swift Code: MBTCPHMM

Bank of the Philippine Islands (BPI)

Peso Account: 3001-0040-33

For more information on how you can help, send a message to Operation Blessing’s Facebook page or contact 0939-921-5543 and 0918-906-7753.

If you wish to support CBN Asia’s entire Family of Ministries, you may do so through this link.

Here’s How You Saved a Construction Worker’s Family from Hunger and Hopelessness

Here’s How You Saved a Construction Worker’s Family from Hunger and Hopelessness

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Life during the pandemic is not easy, especially when you are forced to leave the job that feeds your whole family.

This is what our Aeta brother Rudy Dela Cruz experienced.

Rudy belongs to a tribal community in Tayabas, Quezon, and found a job as a construction worker in Barangay Putingkahoy, in Rosario, Batangas. Nearing age 60, Rudy still endured the heavy labor, for very little pay.

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Life was already hard for their indigent family, but as soon as the pandemic razed the country, the father of four had to stop doing construction work.

“When I stopped doing construction work, what I did was to scythe bamboos. It was the only way I get to feed my four children. Then this pandemic hit us hard and we cannot even buy canned sardines,” Rudy recalled.

Can you imagine what it means to not afford food for your children?

Rudy can. And he realized that life had gotten even harder than before. No matter how many bamboos he scythes in a day, it is never enough to buy food for the whole family.

“We have no choice but to depend on the assistance we can get from the government or other people,” he lamented. He felt hopeless wondering how he can feed his hungry children in the coming days.

Thanks to your partnership with Operation Blessing Foundation Philippines, CBN Asia’s humanitarian arm, we can put an end to that.

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Through your help, Rudy’s family, and many other residents of Rosario received much-needed food items. The team also prayed for the beneficiaries and encouraged hope among the families.

Rudy is grateful for the glimpse of hope you shared in the time he needed it most.

“This is a huge blessing to people like us who have no access to food because of the pandemic. Thank you so much for the timely response to our needs,” he said.

Rudy is just one of our many kababayans who live from day to day, hoping for more food tomorrow. Truly, the pandemic has affected our present situation, but we are not giving up on a better future!

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With your help, we can save more families from hunger and hopelessness. You can reach out right now by partnering with Operation Blessing!

You can donate any amount through Operation Blessing’s website, through GCash (Operation Blessing), or through the following bank accounts with account name: Operation Blessing Foundation Phils., Inc.:

Banco De Oro (BDO)

Peso Account: 003-000-055-279

Dollar Account: 103-000-11-3333

Swift Code: BNORPHMM

Union Bank of the Philippines

Peso Account: 00-216-072163-9

Dollar Account: 13-216-000170-0

Swift Code: UBPHPHMM

Metrobank

Peso Account: 270-3-27050273-4

Dollar Account: 270-2-27000282-4

Swift Code: MBTCPHMM

Bank of the Philippine Islands (BPI)

Peso Account: 3001-0040-33

For more information on how to donate and make sponsorships, visit Operation Blessing’s Facebook page or contact 0939–921–5543 or 0918–906–7753.

You can also support the entire CBN Asia Family of Ministries through this link.

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Your Giving Creates Ripples of Hope for Families through Clean Water!

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Dirty, unsafe, and filled with diapers.

This is how Julie Francisco described the water that they get from a nearby river in their town in Rodriguez, Rizal.

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Yet, they would still bathe in it, cook with it, and drink it because they have no choice.

Julie’s family and many other residents of the Sierra Madre do not have access to clean water because they live in a remote area. They have no choice but to drink the unfiltered water directly or boil it for the kids.

The dirty river is their only source of water, but when it became filled with garbage, the residents dug a small well near it – hoping that the water that comes from it would be safer to drink.

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However, it did not change anything. No matter how many times they try to purify the yellowish liquid, their efforts seem pointless.

“As a parent, I can bear all these burdens, but I cannot stand seeing my children suffer like that,” Julie said, bursting into tears.

It is no wonder why Julie’s children always get sick. And when she brought her eldest to the hospital due to diarrhea, it was clear that the lack of clean, potable drinking water imposed great danger not just to their family, but to their whole community.

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“That time, I could not think straight. I prayed, ‘Lord, please take care of us,’ because I know nothing is impossible with God. He is our only hope,” Julie shared.

Thanks to your faithful partnership with Operation Blessing Foundation Philippines, CBN Asia’s humanitarian arm, God answered Julie’s prayer.

When a well is drilled, lives change. This saying came to life when Operation Blessing visited their community in Rodriguez before the pandemic and built a well. For the first time, they can enjoy safe drinking water!

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During the pandemic, Julie and her neighbors do not have to worry about getting sick because of dirty water. Her children do not get sick anymore.

She overflowed with joy and thanksgiving, believing that God helped them get access to clean water through the generous hearts of Operation Blessing partners.

“You gave us hope! Now, we can fetch water that is safe to use in our household. My children don’t get confined in hospitals due to diarrhea, not anymore,” Julie said.

She continued, “You still reached us even though we live far from you. This well is a huge help. Thank you so much, Operation Blessing!”

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Each time you give to Operation Blessing, your giving creates ripples of hope for our underprivileged kakabayans. Each well we build together, lives are saved and changed!

Together, we can do more. Let’s bring clean water and God’s love to more families by partnering with Operation Blessing!

Click this link to visit Operation Blessing’s website and know how you can give.

For more information on how you can donate or sponsor, send a message to Operation Blessing’s Facebook page or contact 0939-921-5543 or 0918-906-7753.

If you also wish to support other CBN Asia’s Family of Ministries, you may do so by visiting this link.

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From Babysitting to Teaching: Operation Blessing Scholar Achieves her Dream through Your Help! 

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“Stand up and keep going.” 

These are the words that Rhizza Mayor repeats to herself whenever she faces obstacles in life. Becoming a teacher is her lifelong dream, but it was never an easy journey. 

One roadblock came after another. Her parents separated when she was young, her beloved father died due to diabetes, and they had no money to sustain her schooling. Finishing college was an elusive dream even though her mother worked hard to make ends meet. 

But she stood up and kept going. Rhizza took up Bachelor of Secondary Education Major in English at Nueva Ecija University of Science and Technology. 

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To support her aspiration of becoming an educator someday, she worked as a babysitter and sometimes, a pump assistant in a gasoline station. By night, she would attend her classes. 

“If you have a dream, no matter how hard it takes to reach it, even when you’re tired – you will just cry for a while but you will stand up and keep going. My mother is my motivation to strive so I can graduate.” 

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She knew that the road toward her dream was long and winding, but Rhizza never hit the brakes. She prayed and held on to her faith that one day, God will send a miracle. 

And He did. 

With the support of their local church, Rhizza became a Back-to-School scholar of Operation Blessing Foundation Philippines, CBN Asia’s humanitarian arm. 

Back-to-School is Operation Blessing’s scholarship program which aims to provide educational assistance to underprivileged yet deserving students like Rhizza so they can continue their education even during challenging times. 

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“Put God first in your life. Make Him the center of your heart and do not lose hope because He is willing to help you,” she shared to scholars like her. 

 The young Nueva Ecijano partnered her prayers with perseverance, and after 4 long years, she reached her destination. Last September 2020, Rhizza finally earned a bachelor’s degree. 

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“We’ve been looking for scholarship for too long. Then came Operation Blessing, which offered a great scholarship and helped me finish my studies. My heart is overflowing with gratitude! Even during the pandemic, they brought us relief. I am so thankful that I got the best scholarship,” she recalled. 

 While preparing for the Licensure Examination for Teachers (LET) to become a full-fledged professional teacher, she now works as a home-based call center agent. 

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“To the people who donate to Operation Blessing, thank you so much! You are a blessing to us! You are part of fulfilling my dream,” Rhizza ended. 

Through your generous giving, Operation Blessing can support and empower the future educators of our country. Through your compassionate heart, these young people can now have access to quality education! 

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This Teacher’s Appreciation Week, are you willing to be a blessing to more aspiring teachers? 

Partner with Operation Blessing today and help build dreams! You may give through Operation Blessing’s website or call 0939-921-5543 or 0918-906-7753 for more details. 

You may also visit Operation Blessing’s Facebook page to know more about the work we do. 

If you are moved to support CBN Asia’s entire Family of Ministries, click this link to know, how. 

(DSWD-SB-SP-00112-2020 Nationwide) 

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Pandemic-hit Families Continue to Endure Hunger, Here’s How You Can Help

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When President Rodrigo Duterte announced another enhanced community quarantine (ECQ) in Metro Manila and surrounding areas, many people flocked to their local markets to buy food and other essential items for their families. 

But to some, panic buying is a privilege they do not have. 

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Such is the case for Jennily Non and her family who reside in Montalban, Rizal. 

To the mother of 7 kids including a triplet, life was already a struggle long before COVID-19 came. Jennily and her husband make a living by scavenging a dumpsite in Montalban. No matter how hard they try to make ends meet, the quarantine forced them to stay at home and endure hunger. 

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And now that another baby is on the way, they find it even harder to survive each passing day. 

“Because of the ECQ, we cannot go outside to work and earn money to feed our children. We did everything, we even borrowed money, but we really do not know where to seek help anymore,” Jennily lamented. 

Jennily’s family – and many other kababayans who are among the poorest – plunge deeper into poverty as the pandemic ensues.  

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They are in addition to what National Economic and Development Authority Acting Secretary Karl Chua noted in an interview with CNN, saying that 3.2 million people in Metro Manila are hungry while 506,000 individuals remain jobless. 

It seems like even though they persevere, they are caught between following strict quarantine measures and starving. 

“As a mother, it hurts that I cannot provide the needs of my children. There are lots of sleepless nights. Because I work all day, there are lots of times when I would stay up all night to fill my shortcomings as a parent,” Jennily said, as tears streamed down her face. 

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That’s why it was a huge help when Operation Blessing Foundation Philippines, CBN Asia’s humanitarian arm, visited their community and brought much-needed relief. 

Each family received hygiene kits, clothes, and food items that would last for a week. More than the material relief, the beneficiaries received the message of hope and bayanihan in times of crisis. 

“We are very happy and thankful to know that there are people who are willing to help us. It’s a huge relief for us because we do not need to worry where to get food in the coming days,” Jennily said with a huge smile. 

While your generosity has reached thousands of families in need, there are still more who are reeling from the pandemic’s overwhelming impact – especially those who are below the poverty line. 

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You can help us reach more! 

Spark hope to our kababayans today by giving online, via GCash (Operation Blessing), or through these bank accounts with account name: Operation Blessing Foundation Phils., Inc.:   

 

Banco De Oro (BDO)   

Peso Account: 003-000-055-279    

Dollar Account: 103-000-11-3333   

Swift Code: BNORPHMM  

 

Union Bank of the Philippines   

Peso Account: 00-216-072163-9   

Dollar Account: 13-216-000170-0   

Swift Code: UBPHPHMM  

 

Metrobank   

Peso Account: 270-3-27050273-4   

Dollar Account: 270-2-27000282-4   

Swift Code: MBTCPHMM 

 

Bank of the Philippine Islands (BPI)   

Peso Account: 3001-0040-33 

 

For sponsorships, you may send a message to Operation Blessing’s Facebook page or contact 0939-921-5543 and 0918-906-7753.  

You may also support CBN Asia’s entire Family of Ministries by clicking this link.   

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You Can Help Protect COVID-19 Frontliners!

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Together, flattening the curve is possible.

Because of your unwavering support and generosity, Operation Blessing Foundation Philippines, CBN Asia’s humanitarian arm, can extend help to medical front liners and kababayans who are gravely affected by the COVID-19 outbreak. 

Together with its partner, the Armed Forces of the Philippines, Operation Blessing distributed Personal Protective Equipment (PPEs) and preventive care kits to 8 hospitals, on March 24. 

Through your giving, medical front liners from Pasig City General Hospital, Ortigas Hospital and Health Center, Quirino Memorial Hospital, Culion Hospital in Palawan, Gumaca Quezon District Hospital, Word of Hope Hospital, Caloocan General Hospital, and Mary Johnston Hospital received much-needed PPEs and preventive kits. 

Each kit contains alcohol, face masks, vitamins, soaps, and disposable gowns, gloves, caps, and shoe covers – to help keep them safe as they bear challenges brought by the pandemic. 

Aside from giving out kits, the OB team also prayed for the frontliners and encouraged their spirits during these trying times.

Your continuous support is needed in helping them save more lives! Even when you’re staying at home, you can protect the frontliners by donating the following: 

  1. Surgical mask or N95 mask 
  2. Nitrile gloves 
  3. Goggles or face shields 
  4. Disposable surgical gown and raincoat 
  5. Disposable surgical cap 
  6. Disposable shoe cover 
  7. Isopropyl alcohol (70%) 
  8. Hand sanitizer 
  9. Soap for body and hands 
  10. Vitamin C 

You may also donate online or send your monetary donations through Paypal (obpaypal@paypal.com), GCash (Operation Blessing), and the following bank accounts with account name: Operation Blessing Foundation Phils., Inc. 

BDO: 0030000-55279 

BPI: 3001-0040-33 

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Do you have an Attitude of Gratitude Here are 3 Ways to Express it

Do you have an Attitude of Gratitude? Here are 3 Ways to Express it

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Are you ready for the year 2020 to be done? 

After all that has happened – from the threat of volcanic eruption to a deadly pandemic, the aftermath of the back-to-back typhoons to the loss of your livelihood even loved ones – you might have muttered, “Can this year end already?” 

Is it possible to be thankful to God in the midst of all the troubles and challenges you face? Indeed, it is. 

The Bible says, “Give thanks in all circumstances; for this is God’s will for you in Christ Jesus.” (1 Thessalonians 5:18 NIV). 

Being grateful is not ignoring nor dismissing the raw feelings of hurt and hardship you have at the moment. According to Dr. David Murray in his article featured in Tabletalk Magazine, the key to being grateful is in finding cause for thanksgiving whatever circumstances we are in. 

Moreover, gratitude isn’t just a word – it is an action word. You start, you go and you give with thanksgiving in your heart. Gratitude expresses your faith and here are some ways to demonstrate it: 

  1. Start with a smile

Isn’t it amazing to start your day with a bright smile and thank God for the gift of life? 

It is good to note that despite all the chaos, you are still here – breathing and living the moment. You have food to eat, the roof above your head, and a chance to spend time with your loved ones. Those are more than enough reasons to smile and thank God for His goodness, faithfulness, and love! 

Smile, look around you and see how it would positively affect others and set the atmosphere right. Psychological Science says that smiling can help reduce the intensity of the body’s stress response, so use it as an opportunity to display God’s kindness and glorify Him! 

  1. Go and thank someone

When was the last time you sincerely thanked someone? When was the last time you actually stopped and appreciated the people around you? 

Maybe you need to go and thank the cleaner in your office who keeps your space clean, the delivery man who brought your item just in time, or your spouse who constantly makes you a cup of coffee. Perhaps, you need to say ‘thanks’ to a friend who checks up on you or your parents. Thank people for simply existing and blessing you with their lives! 

Utter some words of appreciation and see how their faces would light up! 

  1. Give and bless someone

It is one thing to survive a crisis and another to thrive in the aftermath of it. One way to show gratitude for what you have and show empathy to people who lost their jobs or loved ones is to bless them. 

Know how it is more blessed to give than to receive (Acts 20:35c NIV). You can be a blessing by serving free meals, raising funds for affected families, or partnering with organizations that bring relief and encouragement to kababayans in need. 

“Enter his gates with thanksgiving; go into his courts with praise. Give thanks to him and praise his name. For the Lord is good and his love endures forever; his faithfulness continues through all generations.” (Psalm 100:4-5 NLT) 

The attitude of gratitude does not mean denying your own needs or feelings. It is boldly believing that the storms won’t last. It is holding on to that faith that no matter what happens, your Heavenly Father is ready to take you through – with sustenance, love, and grace. 

Are you looking for ways to demonstrate gratefulness and gratitude? You can partner with us today in bringing hope and aid to our kababayans! 

If you need someone to pray for you, do not hesitate to call the CBN Asia Prayer Center at 8737-0700 and we would love to stand with you through prayers.

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