The Fruit of Justice is Rooted in Faith: A Virtual Pilgrimage to the Philippines
The Central Pacific Conference of the United Church of Christ, Global Ministries, and the International Coalition for Human Rights in the Philippines (ICHRP-US) invite you to participate in a virtual pilgrimage to the Philippines. Filipino partner churches and institutions have deep roots that have weathered many adversities—from political conflicts and poverty, to historic storms and now the impacts of COVID-19. Join us in a series of visits with representatives of the United Church of Christ in the Philippines and other partners engaged in the joyful ministry and faithful public witness of the church. Through live presentations, recorded sessions, and engaged discussion—and even a demonstration of Filipino cooking!— participants will learn about Filipino history and culture and how it shapes distinctive theology and mission.
Cost $25.00 per person
100% of the cost will go to Philippine partners for the production of pre-recorded materials, visits to various communities, and support of various projects.
Click here for mail and online payment. Please write “Philippines” in the designation box.
Pilgrimage Schedule
NOTE: Attendance to all sessions is not required to register, although encouraged. All registered participants will receive recordings of each session.
Orientation Session – February 1, 2022
5:00pm – 6:30pm Pacific Time (8:00pm – 9:30pm Eastern Time)
Context of Philippines
Mission Partners in the Region
Pilgrimage Logistics
First Pilgrimage Session – February 2, 2022
5:00pm – 7:00pm Pacific Time (8:00pm – 10:00pm Eastern Time)
Faith and Life of the Church
Worship Service
UCCP National Ministries
COVID-19 Response
Second Pilgrimage Session – February 3, 2022
5:00pm – 7:00pm Pacific Time (8:00pm – 10:00pm Eastern Time)
Theology and Theological Education
Partner Seminaries
Filipino Theology
Student Panel
Third Pilgrimage Session – February 8, 2022
5:00pm – 7:00pm Pacific Time (8:00pm – 10:00pm Eastern Time)
Cultural Experience and Meal
Fourth Pilgrimage Session – February 9, 2022
5:00pm – 7:00pm Pacific Time (8:00pm – 10:00pm Eastern Time)
Mindanao as Context of Cultural and Political Conflict
Voices of HARAN Center
Voices of NCCP, ECUVoice, and ICHRP Public Witness
Debriefing/Evaluation – February 10, 2022
5:00pm – 6:30pm Pacific Time (8:00pm – 9:30pm Eastern Time)
Contact Lorna B. Hernandez at lhernandez@dom.disciples.org for questions.
Meeting links, resources, and detailed program will be shared with participants once registered.
This virtual pilgrimage is a collaborative effort between the UCC Central Pacific Conference, the International Coalition for Human Rights in the Philippines, the East Asia and the Pacific Office, and the People-to-People Pilgrimage Program.