IN THE KNOW with Bill and Lisa Walker https://emchurch.org/ministries/missions
The Best is Yet to Come The Walkers met Rev. Je:erson Gadiano in The Philippines in December 2023 for the Asia Pacific Leadership Camp. His church, Lord of Hosts, sent a sizeable group of young leaders to participate. I asked Pastor Je: to write about this church’s history and ministry. He shares: “Lord of Hosts aims to witness believers walking in God's will, displaying passion, devotion, and faithfulness. On May 1, 2011, Pastor Isidro "Sid" Matias Sr. led the first Sunday service with around 10 attendees, including missionary friends from Canada. The ministry focused on reaching out to the community through home Bible studies. Each year, the number of faithful servants of God grew, celebrating His faithfulness.” “In 2018, two years after completing my Master of Divinity, Pastor Sid appointed me as his Assistant Pastor. It was a meaningful and joyful experience serving alongside him until his unexpected passing in August 2023. God, however, was [preparing] me for this unforeseen event. On May 12, 2024, during the 13th Anniversary celebration themed ‘More of Jesus,’ I was installed as the Lead Pastor, accompanied by an assistant pastor and a missionary pastor who were previously faithful elders and workers. The anniversary event included water baptism, fun games, swimming, and a talent show.” Rev. Gadiano is a young pastor with a beautiful family; he has been married to Melody for 9 years, and they have two handsome boys Life Stephen (8 y/o) and Caleb Zion (4 y/o). This couple has much to o:er Lord of Hosts and Asia Pacific EMC. We look forward to years of their faithful and fruitful ministry. Pastor Je: has a great vision and is leading his congregation to reach their community and family members for Jesus Christ.