The Glorious Acquisition of JIL MPC

by +PtrBabes Ocampo 

“You multiplied their children as the stars of heaven, and you brought them into the land that you had told their fathers to enter and possess.”

-Nehemiah 9:23 (ESV)

‘Not by might nor

by power, but by my Spirit,’ says the Lord Almighty.

-Zechariah 4:6 (NIV)

It was not long ago, when the God of Jacob, the God of Abraham and the God of Isaac blessed the JIL Toronto people with their first owned property church building called JIL Church Toronto in Glencairn.  In here, as God’s people continue to lift up the Name of Jesus, He continues to bring people unto Him!  This building became so small because of the growing number of attendees. With the leadership’s common ground in fulfilling the JIL Mission, Vision and Core Values, many churches were opened in different cities of Metro Toronto and nearby provinces.  With the desire to serve the community continuously in Glencairn and nearby areas, the JIL Toronto Leadership hold several meetings on planning of major renovation, expansion of the place.  Many proposals were laid down, until the decision to tear it down.  But it was already a year and a half waiting, but no approval or permit came.  We continue in prayers, and begun to ask God that in times like this, We know God wants us to do another thing like what happened on the JIL Church acquisition of a campsite, the JIL Praise Valley Campsite in Oaklake, Ontario.

The growth of the JIL Church membership in Toronto is unstoppable!  Glory to God!

There came a revelation of the thoughts of purchasing a bigger facility like the place of UCC (Ukrainian Community Centre, which we used as Miracle Service. It was just a plain talk, conversation, talking it one time when Pastor Bong Gonzales said, “what if we buy this place?”  It may not be a dream, but it is just a “what if” and “why not” He is a man of Vision and Mission! To him nothing is difficult to say, because to his God, nothing is impossible to do!  Amen!

On July 10, 2011 after the JIL International Congress in Vancouver, we hold our service at UCC with Sis. Soc Garcia and Ptr. Bobot Bernardo as our guests.  While Mam Soc was greeting the JIL people, a power outage happened.  The same day, we found out that the UCC is for sale!  This is the work of God!  Glory to God!

The following year, sometime in April 2012 the EMB (Executive Management Board) came to visit Ontario, Canada. It was with great joy and blessing to have them visit the place UCC. In the same year, in September, our very own Bishop Bro. Eddie Villanueva stepped upon the place, laid hands and prayed.  In God’s faithfulness, the time has come in a year of prayers, negotiation and with both the blessings of the Executive Bishop and the EMB; it all came into fulfillment. God is Amazing!

Psalm 40:5 (NIV)   Many, Lord my God, are the wonders you have done, the things you planned for us.
           None can compare with you; were I to speak and tell of your deeds, they would be too many to declare.            None can compare with you; were I to speak and tell of your deeds, they would be too many to declare.

Psalm 111:6 (NIV) He has shown his people the power of His works, giving them the lands of other nations.Thank you, Lord for the marvelous works You have done!

April 3, 2013 marked one of the most amazing and uplifting events in the lives of the Pastors, Church Coordinators and Staff of the NOAH2 (Ontario) - The “keys” was handed to Pastor Bong Gonzales together with some of the Church leaders and staff.  The keys to open every door of UCC-the new acquired property of the JIL Church in Toronto! Which will be called JILMPC (JIL Multipurpose center).  The place is so huge!  Many room potential for not only for church activities but also for community services like Day-Care, English Courses, Women’s Association, Sport’s clinic, Feed the Hungry, the JIL Christian School, Printing Press, Media and Studio, and many more! The JILMPC will impact the neighborhood and nearby cities! All for the glory of God!

The JILMPC will hold its first Sunday Worship Service as official on April 14, 2013.  And very soon, the launching of the ‘I Care Foundation International’ and the ‘CYN Worship Service’!  Our God is alive!

We have seen remarkable miracles happened in the JIL Church and in the JIL Family!  One thing for sure, God is seeing!  God is hearing!  God is working!  He is the Great Provider! Halleluiah!  The JILMPC is the first ever acquired by the JIL Church in Canada, or I say in Noah (North America Hemisphere) that set everyone’s heart and hopes with more greater faith for God`s great glory!  Our Faith comes by hearing God and His Word, the more you confess that promises with your mouth, the more faith you are building.  Continue to have this ‘faith’ in our eyes, in our ears, in our hearts and confess with our mouth – God wants everyone not only to be consistent but also persistent.  Praise God!

  

The Year of 2013 is the Year of the Lord’s Favour!  Congratulations to everyone!  God bless! All Glory belongs to God! God said, “I will look on you with favor and make you fruitful and increase your numbers, and I will keep my covenant with you.” – Leviticus 26:9

Couples' Night 2013

by Elsa Maiquez
Originally posted on February 23, 2013 

Saturday, February 16, 2013 was undeniably a night to remember for the 250 couples that attended the Couple’s Date Night at Ukrainian Cultural Centre.
It was a night where the couples got to flaunt their black, white, or red attire, along with their best smiles, which complimented the beautiful decorations surrounding the hall.

The highlight of the program was a message of inspiration from our very own Rev. Bong Gonzales centered around the verse that is found in Proverbs 18:22: He who finds a wife finds what is good and receives favor from the LORD.

The message was a genuine reminder for every spouse to continue rekindling their love for their better half in celebration of what God has joined together in Holy Matrimony.

The couples were also able to enjoy a night filled with great food (thanks to Chef George), dancing, mingling, and fun games.

Because of the red carpet, photo booth, and limousine pictures, the couples that attended the event were given somewhat of a taste as to what it may be like to attend the Grammy Awards. Although it was quite snowy outside, the couples were more than ecstatic to take pictures in front, and inside of the limousine. Considering the fact that there were no children around, the wives were finally able to focus their full attention on their husband and vice versa.

As soon as couples heard the tune of the well-known “cha cha”, no one hesitated to rush towards the dance floor; the dance floor was never left empty. Some even came to realize that the last time they had danced with their spouse was on their wedding day, even after being married for quite some time. There was never a dull moment during the night as time flew by so quickly.

Couple’s night was unquestionably a great reminder to cherish your spouse, bearing in mind that a successful marriage is a result of God’s great favor upon those who find what is good as mentioned in Proverbs 18:22.

Fulfilled Promise

by Sis. Remy Quintia

Originally posted on January 15, 2013

JIL Oakville is the youngest among the churches in Region 2- Area1 of JIL West Ontario. It was established from the prayer of God’s people which is why we believe that it was born from the heart of God using its mother church, JIL Mississauga.

In January 2010, JIL Oakville moved to its temporary place of worship, the Oakville Arena. With enthusiasm in the hearts of its workers, leaders and members, all instruments and materials needed for our worship service are packed and unpacked every Sunday.

We began claiming God’s promise to King David in 2 Sam.7:10-11, “And I will provide a place for my people Israel and will plant them so that they can have a home of their own and no longer be disturbed. Wicked people will not oppress them anymore, as they did at the beginning and have done ever since the time I appointed leaders over my people Israel. I will also give you rest from all your enemies. “‘The LORD declares to you that the LORD himself will establish a house for you” (NIV)

Aware of this word from the Lord, huge trials came our way that seem to shake our hope that God would grant us our prayer of a new place of worship. Yet, God’s faithfulness is displayed through the men and women who stood on their faith and raised their hands in prayer. Putting our trust in the Lord, He gave us this promise:

15 “Although you have been forsaken and hated,
with no one traveling through,
I will make you the everlasting pride
and the joy of all generations.
16 You will drink the milk of nations
and be nursed at royal breasts.
Then you will know that I, the LORD, am your Savior,
your Redeemer, and the Mighty One of Jacob.
17 Instead of bronze I will bring you gold,
and silver in place of iron.
Instead of wood I will bring you bronze,
and iron in place of stones.
I will make peace your governor
and righteousness your ruler.
18 No longer will violence be heard in your land,
nor ruin or destruction within your borders,
but you will call your walls Salvation
and your gates Praise.

-Isaiah 60:15-18 (NIV)


The very heart of JIL Oakville is to lift up the name of Jesus alone. It’s been a prayer of JIL Oakville to have our own place since 2010.

God is faithful to His promises now he’s given us a place where we can worship Him in spirit and in truth. In this place he settled his people with peace and joy.

God is great in all His ways!

TORONTO 3 NEW CHURCH BUILDING LAUNCHING ON DEC. 4, 2011

COME AND JOIN US!

Launching of JIL Toronto 3 New Church Location on December 4, 2011

Launching of JIL Kipling Church on November 13, 2011 at 2PM

Launching of JIL Toronto 13 (Scarborough 4) on Oct. 2, 2011 at 2:30 PM

JIL Ontario 20th Provincial Anniversary on September 4, 2011

COME AND BE BLESSED!

JIL ONTARIO-QUEBEC 19th Anniversary Celebration

To our dearest ECR Pastors, Partners and Pray-ers,

Glory, glory, glory be to God in the Highest!

Our 19th Anniversary Provincial Celebration held at Metro Toronto Convention center today shown the unwavering faithfulness of God to all of His JIL people in this part of the world.
Who can imagine that God has already blessed us with so much favor. Let me share what's in my heart at this moment..

1. Amazed - for the wonderful presentation of all our Areas, both individual and group. Amazed on how God has satisfied us with His presence in anointing all of our brothers and sisters both in the platform and the out form.
2. Impressed - on the unity, harmony and charity of all our participants both those who performed and brought someone. Impressed of the excellent talents and passion of every one.
3. Humbled - for all the respect and support of all of you in delivering your best for the glory of God and pleasure of men. Humbled because I am always recipient of recognition for all your efforts and sacrifices. I and Rose prayed to God and presented to Him all the praise and honor, all due to His name.
4. Convinced - for what God had done in our midst, for the grace of bringing here our great leaders and for the crowd who filled up the place, inspiring the Holy Spirit to move. Convinced that if we can fill that place, we can fill up Air Canada Center by 2012. Let's pray where we can be this 2011 celebration.
5. Blessed - of the message of songs, kind acts of every JIL people and most especially with the preaching of God's word - full of passion and accuracy. Blessed because we had the opportunity to bless our Spiritual Director and the CEMT with our show of love and generous giving.
6. Inspired - to serve God more with you and wherever He will lead me. Inspired because of you.
7. In love - To God and His people. Serving God with people like you is our greatest favor, for you are all God's gift and deserving of the Agape love through Christ.

Well, thank you for being a blessing. You made a Significant Impact in the heart of God, our leaders and people!

So proud of you all, So proud of the Pastors, So proud of the leaders, so proud of the workers, so proud of the partners. So proud of you!


With all the joy of the Lord,

Ptr. Bong Gonzales