Faith is the foundation of my services, actions, and personal growth. I always focus on what God teaches us and what he wants me to do. I find happiness after the trials during my service as a church member. I need to sacrifice everything because serving for the glory of God makes the effort worthwhile. Simple charity also gives me inner happiness. I’ve experienced personal growth; I feel I now have wisdom and inner peace, along with God’s blessings for my family and the people I love and pray for.
— Lilibeth Abaya
My faith fuels my everyday relationship with God. The more I nurture my faith, the closer I feel to him, igniting my desire to serve through others. Serving others wholeheartedly is not always easy, but my faith keeps me going, teaching me to serve unceasingly with humility. The more I serve, the closer I feel to God.
— Daisy Bisiang
Faith is action. When we believe, expect, and trust something is true, we act on it. With our faith in Jesus, if we trust him and his promises, we will take action by praying, praising, listening, and loving. Only then can we experience the blessings that come from our active trust.
— Lennie Catis
To deepen my faith, I joined a choir group in the church. I now commit my time to service, prioritising it over socialising with friends. Our church activities, like adoration, prayer meetings, and Bible study, have helped me know the Lord more and understand his teachings. I’ve learned that faith should manifest in our actions. With prayers, I believe we can lead meaningful lives on Earth.
— Irish Escober
“Faith without action is dead”—this statement encapsulates how living faith transforms lives. I have many experiences transforming my faith into actions. Volunteering in the church and helping those in need brings me joy. I never tire of charitable work, especially within my Apostleship of Prayer family in Hong Kong, as it allows me to translate my faith into meaningful action.
— Dolores Go
As a member of the Apostleship of Prayer, I integrate my faith into daily practices like praying the Morning Offering and the Pope’s monthly intentions. I express my faith in community by treating others with kindness and patience. At St. Joseph’s Church, I volunteer my time for small acts of kindness, which continually transform and strengthen my faith.
— Maria Labrador
I translate my faith into action by being obedient to the Church’s spiritual teachings and serving others, particularly my family, employer, and community at St. Joseph’s Church. I approach life positively, serving without expecting anything in return. God knows my faith and desire to help, and dealing with others with understanding and humility aids my personal growth.
— Evangeline Reyes
