I graduated from Maranatha Bible School International, North America Extension, and currently serve as the Head Minister of a recently established local church in Guatemala. Before this role, I worked as a sous chef at Bellaggio Wine Bar in Bellaggio, Vancouver, Canada. Using my culinary expertise, I ow contribute by cooking and serving our leaders, particularly during significant events in Los Angeles, California. Additionally, I serve as an on-call chef for Home Free Global Crusade guests.

 Sometimes broken people create broken homes. I was broken, but God healed me. I am now restored, and He guides me to broken individuals so that they can also be fixed.

  Many of us have experienced the enchantment of being utterly mesmerized by an aquarium for numerous compelling reasons: the deeply comforting effect of watching fish glide effortlessly and gracefully through the water, the rhythmic swaying of aquatic plants, and the majestic display of vibrant corals. Perhaps, this profound fascination lies in how these aquariums reveal the complex behaviors of creatures usually hidden beneath the water’s surface.

I’m Sister Angelica Joaquin, 24 years old, born and raised as a PMCC (4th Watch) – Main member and currently a member of PMCC (4th Watch) – Antipolo. I serve as a youth officer and a photographer in the church’s media ministry.

The life of someone who was born in the church, or what we call ‘laking Iglesia, comes with both privilege and pressure. I grew up in a 4th Watch household, trained in apostolic teachings through children’s worship and cadets camp, and most importantly, experienced the privilege of worshipping the Lord with my entire family. On the other hand, people would expect me to be the best version of myself, which puts me under a lot of pressure.

I was born into the 4th Watch not only by name, but by legacy. My journey did not begin with me. It began with those who came before me, who carried the flame of faith and made sure it would never go out.

I am Sister Charis Anne Ferriol, the eldest daughter of Pastor Daniel and Pastor Celia Ferriol. I was born in 1995 in Taipei, Taiwan, where my parents were designated at the time. Even at a young age, I witnessed them boldly preaching the gospel in public, in a place so foreign to them, with unwavering conviction.

   Since I was a child, I have always been certain about what I wanted to become a minister. I hold this divine calling in the highest regard, and I deeply desire to be part of it.

  Unlike many other MBSI students’ stories, I was never pressured by external factors, nor did I face any hindrances. By God’s grace, I grew up in a 4th Watch household. My parents are both elders, and my three siblings are already ministers. From a young age, I was taught to love God and His Church. I never missed attending local or national activities, even if it meant compromising my studies. I was a consistent youth officer at both the local and area levels.

Have you ever wondered where your life is headed? I know I did. For the longest time, I felt like I was stuck in a cycle I couldn’t escape. Life was hard, and I was drowning in pain, anger, and self-doubt. I turned to drugs just to numb the constant judgment I felt from everyone around me. It seemed like there was no way out. But then something happened that changed everything: the gospel found me. And when it did, it proved its power in my life in ways I never thought possible.

Before entering the full-time ministry, my life was headed in a very different direction. I graduated with a degree in Hotel and Restaurant Management and worked as a sous chef in a five-star hotel. I had plans to pursue my dream course, Architectural Engineering, and was offered a full scholarship. My family encouraged me to continue studying in Hollywood or pursue a master’s degree in hospitality and business management. They had high hopes because I was the breadwinner.

My name is Brother Dan Daniel Emmanuel Perez. I am currently a postgraduate intern at Western Visayas Medical Center. Growing up as a pastor’s kid, I decided at a young age to follow in my parents’ footsteps. However, at that time, I was still unsure of which ministry path I should take. Nevertheless, 1 dedicated myself to serving God in His Church during every church service and gathering.

  After graduating high school, I was unsure of which course to take in college, still undecided on a path to follow. Then, the church announced the building of Shiloah and called for pledges. Since I was just a fresh high school graduate, I didn’t have the capacity to help financially.

I am Brother Jarun Garcia, currently a Bible student and a humble student pastor of the Pentecostal Missionary Church of Christ (4th Watch) of Kenya. I grew up in the church, specifically in the local church of San Jose, California. Growing up, I was actively involved in church activities like evangelism and music ministry. But despite being active, there was still a part of me that wanted to experience life and have fun outside the church or just do my own thing. However, through the consistent messages of our leaders, their daily example of dedication, and the urgency they preached about taking our faith seriously, I was deeply moved. It made me realize the value of living fully for the Lord and the importance of answering the call. All of that really pushed me to enter the full-time ministry and devote my life to the mission!

I am Brother Brian Bustamante from one of the choirs in the Church at the Local of Marikina, the Zion Chamber Singers. Our group is composed of more than 25 singers. Here, we are continuously molded and trained to develop our talent in a cappella singing, as well as in various other forms of group singing. Through this fellowship, I have experienced the joy of serving and the care we show for one another—just like a family.

I never imagined I would one day serve God. I grew up in a non-Christian home, but in 2008, I attended a worship service at PMCC (4th Watch) in Sampaloc. The message about Christ’s return touched my heart deeply, and that day, I surrendered my life to Jesus. Years later, God called me to serve as an elder. Together with my husband, we ministered to young people through sports and prayerfully asked God for a place of worship in Balingasa. By His grace, that prayer was answered, and the Grace Locale was born. Serving God hasn’t always been easy, but His faithfulness has never failed. Every step of our journey has been guided by His grace—proof that when you give your life fully to the Lord, He will use it for His glory.

I am Sister Ruchelle Reyes, a minister from Suva, Fiji. I grew up in Batangas City as the youngest in my family. My father was the first to be converted to the faith. Because of this, I was raised in the Church, often referred to as a “Handugan,” “Laking Sunday School,” and “Laking Iglesia.” From a young age, I was immersed in various Church activities, both local and national.