Planting Seeds of Faith

A Two-Part Workshop for Sunday School Teachers

We praise God for the success of our Sunday School Teachers’ Workshop with the theme “Planting Seeds of Faith,” held in two main areas of the Philippines—Mindanao and Luzon. The event brought together volunteer teachers from different ecclesias for learning, fellowship, and encouragement. In addition to its preaching and pastoral work, the Bible Education Center (BEC) leads the Sunday School work in the Philippines. This work includes helping Sunday School teachers grow in their teaching skills and providing Sunday School notes and activity sheets for students, many of whom come from non-Christadelphian backgrounds. The BEC also conducts “First Principles” lessons for senior high school classes in some areas. To support teachers, the BEC team creates weekly PowerPoint presentations that match the lessons and sends them by email. These are also uploaded to the Sunday School website for easy access and use by all teachers.

On June 20–22, over forty volunteer Sunday School teachers gathered at Hotel de Susana in Valencia City, Mindanao. The event started with great energy and enthusiasm. Teachers from various ecclesias in Mindanao came together for this uplifting workshop. It was heartwarming to see the passion of each participant as they joined the sessions, engaged in discussions, and built strong fellowship among fellow teachers.

Luzon Workshop: A Spirit-Filled Gathering at Lake Hotel Tagaytay

Following the Mindanao event, our Luzon Workshop was held at the Lake Hotel in Tagaytay from June 27–29. Over thirty dedicated Sunday School teachers were in attendance, and teachers from different ecclesias groups in Luzon joined this inspiring event. Despite the rainy weather, everyone’s spirit remained warm and joyful as we learned and shared. The peaceful setting of the Lake Hotel added to the beautiful experience of spiritual and practical training.

Opening Session: Grounded in Bible Principles

Both workshops began with a meaningful session focused on Bible principles. Bro. Efren and Bro. Noli led the session titled “Planting Seeds of Faith,” reminding us of the deep and important role of Sunday School teachers in a child’s spiritual growth. They encouraged us to continue the good work of teaching and guiding the young, trusting that God will bless the seeds we plant.

Main Sessions: Equipping Teachers with Knowledge and Skills

Our main speaker, Bro. Ernesto Facun, a well-experienced and skilled Master Teacher, shared a very helpful topic titled “Adopting Teaching Methods in Different Age Groups.” He gave us many practical tips on how to effectively teach children of various age levels, helping us adjust our methods to match their understanding.

Sis. Eleanor, a former Head Principal, also shared an inspiring topic called “Creating a Positive and Engaging Classroom Environment.” Her experiences and insights gave us new ideas on how to manage our classes in a loving and organized way that makes students excited to learn about God.

Using the Workbooks: Practical Training for Everyday Teaching

Another important session was “Navigating Workbooks and Practical Guide for Learning,” led by Bro. Jodel. He walked us through the workbooks provided by the Bible Education Center (BEC), teaching us how to use them wisely and effectively in our Sunday School classes.

We are very thankful to the Australian Christadelphian Sunday School Union, who kindly gave us permission to reproduce their materials. Their generous support has greatly helped us in providing structured lessons for our Sunday School students.

In addition, Bro. Michael and Bro. Joshua showed us how to create engaging PowerPoint presentations that we can use to support our lessons visually. They are also committed to preparing and providing weekly slide presentations for each lesson. These slides will be available on the Sunday School website for all teachers to download and use in their classes.

Demonstration Classes: Showing What Was Learned

One of the most exciting parts of the workshop was the Demonstration Classes. Teachers were given the chance to apply what they learned in front of everyone. In Mindanao, Sis. Charlize and Bro. Alexander confidently led lessons for the Primary and Junior classes. In Luzon, Sis. Nicole and Sis. Irine gave their demonstrations for the Kindergarten and Junior classes. We admire their bravery, effort, and preparation in teaching God’s Word. These demonstration classes were a great encouragement to everyone.

Aside from the learning sessions, our speakers also prepared fun activities and group exercises to help us bond with one another. There were moments of laughter and teamwork that brought joy and stronger unity among our fellow Sunday School teachers. These activities reminded us that serving God together can be both meaningful and enjoyable.

In Luzon, Bro. John Elton gave an inspiring exhortation that connected current world events, especially those in Israel, to the signs of the times. He emphasized that these events are reminders that the coming of our Lord Jesus is near. His message filled us with hope and encouraged us to remain watchful and faithful as we wait for Christ’s return.

Continuing the Work of Faith

The Sunday School Teachers’ Workshop 2025 was more than just a series of lectures and activities—it was a time of renewal, equipping, and encouragement for all who attended. With the theme “Planting Seeds of Faith,” we were reminded of the great responsibility and joy that come with teaching the next generation about God’s Word.

Asia Pacific
Bible Education Center Team