Sign Language Programs In Districts

QUIRINO – The local congregations of Palacian and Saguday conducted their first worship service with sign language interpretation. The Deaf brethren were very grateful for the love and concern of the Executive Minister for them who desires that they understand God’s words and continue to do what pleases our Lord God.

METRO MANILA EAST — The Christian Society for the Deaf in this district held a vibrant CSD Get-together. Participants engaged in a variety of enjoyable games organized by the CSD officers. This event inspired and motivated the brethren to actively participate in more Church activities.

ILOCOS SUR – Brethren in their district are elated as they conduct the Differently-Abled Unity Games, an experience that enriches their sense of companionship and strengthens their unity within the Church.

TANDAG CITY, SURIGAO DEL SUR – Brethren from the District of Tandag, Surigao del Sur, conducted a basic sign language seminar. Attendees were able to learn the alphabet and number signs. This was a truly enlightening and empowering experience, providing attendees with valuable knowledge to better communicate with those with special needs.

BACOLOD CITY, NEGROS OCCIDENTAL – Brethren with special needs, led by the CSD officers, anticipated with joy and enthusiasm the INC Unity Games that was held in their district. Unity, camaraderie, and love of brotherhood they had shown, as well as gratitude, for such activities organized by the Church Administration.

PALAYAN CITY, NUEVA ECIJA – The Christian Society for the Deaf organized the CSD Unity Games for the differently-abled in the Ecclesiastical District of Palayan City, Nueva Ecija. Excited, CSD officers and Deaf members engaged in a range of sports activities, thereby showcasing their talents in an atmosphere of unity and camaraderie.

SAN MATEO, ISABELA SOUTH – Led by CSD officers, a seminar on Deaf Awareness and Basic Sign Language was held at the house of worship of the Local Congregation of San Mateo. The seminar aimed to provide attendees with the knowledge on how to communicate effectively with our Deaf brethren through sign language.

METRO MANILA EAST – With the noble desire of reaching out to the Deaf community, the brethren in the Local Congregation of San Juan held their first worship service with Sign Language Interpretation. This development will further enable the congregation to not only consistently care for the well-being of the Deaf but also make known to them the true gospel.

MAKATI – Filled with excitement and enthusiasm, the CSD members in the Ecclesiastical District of Makati actively participated in the Unity Games for Differently-abled. Many of our brethren with special needs showcased their skills in basketball, volleyball, and badminton. The atmosphere of camaraderie filled the event which all the more inspired and edified the participants.

METRO MANILA EAST – CSD Officers successfully conducted the “Sign Language Interpreters Development Activity,” enhancing the skills of lay sign language interpreters. Their dedication to improving sign language skills is motivated by a desire to support the Church Administration in reaching out to non-INC deaf individuals and in performing church duties during worship services.