Across the globe, in both developed and underdeveloped nations, the Iglesia Ni Cristo (Church Of Christ) continues to bring hope to those in need by extending acts of kindness and love through various humanitarian and socio-civic activities that benefit the underprivileged.
In the recent Worldwide Lingap sa Mamamayan (Care for Humanity), the Church Administration of the Iglesia Ni Cristo, led by its Executive Minister, Brother Eduardo V. Manalo, expressed the Church’s deep care for the various sectors of society that need help the most, touching their lives.
It was not only in the poor countries in Africa, Oceania, South America, and Asia where aid and care were extended by the Church members, but also to the homeless, the elderly, and the poor in the developed nations of North America and Europe.
These acts of charity being done by the Church are Biblically-based, stressed Brother Edwil Zabala, a Minister of the Gospel, and spokesperson of the Iglesia Ni Cristo.
“Napakahalaga talaga na makita. Hopefully ang isa pang maging resulta nito, kahit hindi Iglesia na makapanood nito, ay gawin nila ang tumulong (It is very important for these to be seen. Hopefully, one of the results is that even those who are not members of the Church [Of Christ] who have watched this, what they will then do is to also help [those in need]),” Zabala said in an interview by TV personality and journalist Korina Sanchez during the Worldwide Lingap sa Mamamayan Special Coverage of the Iglesia Ni Cristo aired on October 31, 2025 over NET25 and INCTV.
Zabala said it was important to “walk the talk.” He noted that Church members know this—that the Iglesia Ni Cristo, where they belong, is consistent in their actions of helping those in need, and delivering care and aid to those sectors it has promised to help.
Continuous Construction of Houses of Worship Worldwide
And it is not only in the Lingap sa Mamamayan or Care for Humanity events worldwide that the Church delivers on its promises, but also in the construction and upkeep of houses and buildings of worship worldwide, he said.
Zabala shared the extensive reach of the Church’s outreach projects, which now cover over 166 countries and territories worldwide. According to him, wherever the Iglesia Ni Cristo is found, there too is its mission of helping those in need—a principle grounded in Biblical teachings.
He also highlighted that under the leadership of Brother Eduardo V. Manalo, Executive Minister of the Iglesia Ni Cristo, more than 4,000 houses of worship have been built in different parts of the world, serving as proof of the Church’s continuing growth and the active faith of its members.
He emphasized that helping others is not merely an activity, but a Biblical command that INC members strive to live by. He said, “When we say this is what’s right, it must also be seen in the way we live. You walk the talk.”
Action Consistent with Biblically-based Vision
On the topic of transparency and trust, Brother Zabala explained that members clearly know where their contributions go, and the public can see the tangible results of these projects. The Church also aims to serve as an inspiration to everyone, even to non-members, encouraging them to extend help to others.
“Lahat ng ito ay nagagawa, dahil sa ang vision ng Pamamahala ng Iglesia Ni Cristo ay hindi humihiwalay sa itinuturo ng Biblia. Napatunayan na iyon ng mga kaanib sa Iglesia Ni Cristo. More than 100 years na ang Iglesia Ni Cristo. Kung along the way ay nakita nilang inconsistent—ang sinasabi ay malayo sa ginagawa—nag-alisan na sana ang mga kaanib. Pero dumarami. Lumalaki ang Iglesia Ni Cristo, sapagkat nakikita ng mga miyembro na consistent yung vision na nakabatay sa Biblia, na yun talaga ang tinutupad ng Iglesia Ni Cristo,” Zabala said.
[All these are being done because the vision of the Church Administration of the Church Of Christ is not separate from what is being taught in the Bible. This has been proven by Church members. The Church Of Christ is more than 100 years old. If, along the way, the Church members saw that it was inconsistent—that
what was being said was far from what was actually done, then the members would have left already. But the membership of the Church Of Christ is growing because the members see that the vision based on the Bible is what is actually being done in the Church Of Christ].
God Behind Church’s Success and Growth
Zabala further shared that the success of the Church’s projects is rooted in its strong, Biblically based organizational structure. Every member, he said, is taught and made to understand the doctrines before formally joining the Church, ensuring that they can fully live out their faith.
Despite global challenges and unrest, the Iglesia Ni Cristo remains steadfast in faith and in its mission of service. Brother Zabala also shared his message in celebration of the birthday of Brother Eduardo V. Manalo, who continues to lead the Church’s worldwide efforts.
“There is a God—the true God exists, powerful and good. Even if the world is in turmoil, God’s plan remains good for all His creations. When you are with the true God, there is no problem that cannot be overcome.”
The Worldwide Lingap Special Coverage stands as a testament to the Iglesia Ni Cristo’s unwavering dedication to demonstrating love for others and bringing hope and inspiration to people across the globe. (It can be viewed through this link: Worldwide Lingap sa Mamamayan Special Coverage 2025_
Love in Action through Care For Humanity Events Worldwide
Through the efforts of the INC and its charitable arm, the Felix Y. Manalo Foundation, water pumps were built this year in parts of Malawi and Uganda that had no access to clean water before. In Burundi, the INC also conducted a Care for Humanity where not only care packages were distributed, but also bicycles for students who had to walk long distances just to go to school, and for fathers who also had to walk and travel for a long time to get to work to provide for their families. In Uganda, the INC provided medicines to those in need through a Care for Humanity event.
In Vanuatu, the INC also conducted a Care for Humanity event with free medical checkups and even distributed free reading glasses to those who need them, aside from care packages, to residents in the islands of Tanna and Espiritu Santo, as well as in the capital, Port Vila. Livelihood assistance was also given to residents of the island of Tanna. Similar Care for Humanity events were also held in Fiji and Papua New Guinea.
Across the US, the INC, through Felix Y. Manalo Foundation, also carried out various Care for Humanity events for the elderly, the homeless, low-income families, and indigenous communities, distributing care packages and even wheelchairs and walkers for the elderly. Those who received these gifts from the INC Church Administration were so touched as they felt the love outpouring from the INC members.
“We all need to know that somebody cares for us. Everybody needs that,” said Christopher Owens, a homeless person from Long Beach, California, who came to the INC event. “There is love. There’s also a transmission of culture and values,” he added.
Showing Love, Giving Hope
Care for Humanity events were likewise conducted across Canada, for the homeless, the elderly, the poor and hungry, and those affected by calamities.
“The Church showed me love. I’ve never been shown love like [how] the Church Of Christ [did],” said Kennedy Opara, an immigrant in Canada, who came from Nigeria.
The INC also gave assistance, both monetary and in kind, to selected food banks in Canada and the United Kingdom, to benefit hungry people in their areas.
“What you’ve given is much more than food. You’ve given hope to all those people that we support,” said Cardiff Food Bank CEO Rachel Biggs.
“We send our heartfelt thanks to you, Brother Eduardo V. Manalo, the Executive Minister of the Church Of Christ. We send our very best greetings and birthday wishes to you,” said Karen Badat, co-chair of the Board of Trustees of the Cardiff Food Bank.
The INC also gave assistance to differently-abled persons or persons with disabilities in various countries. Care for Humanity events in various countries
conducted by the INC, through the FYM Foundation, made sure that they were among their beneficiaries.
The youth, including school children, in these various countries, were also not forgotten. They were given school supplies and care packages. Selected charter schools in the US were also provided financial assistance.
Care for Humanity events were likewise conducted in Panama for indigenous communities there. Other Care for Humanity events were also held in Guam and in American Samoa.
Across Europe, the INC also conducted Care for Humanity events, such as in Rome, Cisterna di Latina, and Milan in Italy; Warsaw, Poland; and in Athens, Greece, which also benefited overseas Filipino workers.
The INC also held Care for Humanity events across Asia and Australia. OFWS in Hong Kong, Singapore, Malaysia, Taiwan, South Korea, and Macau were remembered and given assistance. In Laos, students and school children in need also received help. In Myanmar, teachers also received help from the INC. Even in Japan, Care for Humanity events were conducted in five selected areas— Tokyo, Hamamatsu, Utsunomiya, Kariya, and Osaka
In Australia, heroic firefighters were recognized by the INC. Overseas workers were also given assistance.
In the Philippines, the INC provided assistance to victims of recent calamities such as earthquakes and typhoons. In areas with no electricity, such as in Sitio Bato in DRT, Bulacan, solar panels were provided to members of an indigenous community living there. The INC also conducted several Care for Humanity events for children in need and for differently-abled persons.
In Barangay Culiat, in Quezon City, the INC again conducted a Lingap sa Mamamayan for the members of the Muslim community there. Sultan Nur Ababakar Hassan, chairman of the Salam Mosque compound, expressed his heartfelt thanks to the INC Executive Minister for the love and compassion that the INC continues to show to the members of the Muslim community there for the last 30 years.
Senator Robin Padilla, who was present during the Lingap sa Mamamayan event, also thanked the INC for the help extended to his fellow Muslims.
“Nagpapasalamat po ako sa Iglesia Ni Cristo. Iba yung heart nandoon. Iba yung nararamdaman na mahal ka. Tinuturing kaming pamilya [I thank the Iglesia Ni Cristo. It is different when the heart is there, when you feel that you are loved. We are considered as family],” he said.
He also thanked the INC Executive Minister, Brother Eduardo V. Manalo, for the love he has shown to the members of the Muslim community.
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