Author: Ronald Mandocdoc

Aug 03

EQUIPPING LEADERS, STRENGTHENING PARTNERSHIPS


“And what you have heard from me… entrust to reliable people who will also be qualified to teach others.” — 2 Timothy 2:2

Throughout May 2026, Mission Ministries Philippines (MMP) witnessed God’s faithfulness as He continued to equip Christian educators, strengthen ministry partnerships, and advance child protection initiatives.

Level 2 Early Childhood Education Seminar

On May 7–9, 2026, MMP conducted its Level 2 Early Childhood Education Seminar for preschool administrators, principals, and master teachers, with 42 participants in attendance. The seminar provided practical and Christ-centered training on vision-driven leadership, instructional leadership, the role of school boards and administrators, and cultivating a culture of generosity. Participants were challenged and equipped to lead their schools with excellence while remaining faithful to God’s calling in early childhood education.

Standing Together for Child Protection

On May 21, 2026, MMP participated in the “Pillars of Protection: A Multisectoral Conference on OSAEC (Online Sexual Abuse or Exploitation of Children)” through the invitation of the Philippine Children’s Mission Network (PCMN). The conference brought together organizations committed to safeguarding children and strengthening collaborative efforts against online abuse and exploitation. MMP was honored to sign the conference manifesto, reaffirming its commitment to protecting every child’s God-given dignity and well-being.

Celebrating Faithful Partnerships

On May 22, 2026, MMP was blessed by a surprise visit from longtime ministry partner Teacher Dorrie Ferrer, who traveled from Canada. The fellowship was a joyful opportunity to reflect on God’s faithfulness throughout their years of partnership.

The following week, the MMP team visited Simple Child School and was encouraged to see its continued commitment to Developmentally Appropriate Practice (DAP). The visit also opened the possibility of the school becoming a practicum site for students enrolled in MMP’s Certificate Course in Early Childhood Education.

Featured in this issue is the testimony of Teacher Dorrie Ferrer, Owner and Administrator of Simple Child School in Bagong Silang, Quezon City. As an MMP ministry partner for 26 years, she shares how God has used MMP’s training and partnership to strengthen both her school and her ministry.

Jul 31

A Testimony of God’s Faithfulness Through Simple Child

Our journey began in the year 2000 with the establishment of the Child to Child Development Center. At that time, there were only two teachers—including myself—but God had already prepared the way. Through the leadership of Mission Ministries Philippines under Teacher Chonabelle Domingo and the support of Servants Philippines through Dr. Jo Ward, this ministry became a reality.

Starting a ministry for children was never easy. We had no budget to build a learning center or school. Yet, God faithfully provided, using many people as His instruments to supply what we lacked.

From the beginning, we faced numerous challenges and hardships. Despite these difficulties, we never gave up because we believed that the Lord, who called us to this ministry, would never abandon us. We knew that this work was not for ourselves but for His glory.

We started with only thirty children whose parents entrusted them to our care. The knowledge and skills we shared came from a free three-day Early Childhood Education training provided by Mission Ministries Philippines as part of our partnership. One of our greatest challenges was introducing a different approach to education—one that was unfamiliar to the families in our community. We worked tirelessly to help parents understand the value of developmentally appropriate, Christ-centered education. Although we encountered criticism and discouraging comments, we remained steadfast because we knew God had called us to this work.

There were seasons when unexpected trials tested our commitment. At times, I wondered whether we could continue. Yet, instead of becoming reasons to quit, those challenges strengthened my resolve to keep the ministry alive for the children in our community.

Later, when the Department of Education required all schools to become legally registered, God once again provided faithful people who helped us meet every requirement. During this process, our school was officially renamed Simple Child. Looking back, if the decision had depended solely on my own strength, I might have closed the school during those difficult years. But God continually renewed my strength and always made a way for the ministry to move forward.

For the past twenty-six years, we have witnessed God’s unwavering faithfulness. Through every struggle and every victory, He has remained with us. Today, we rejoice as we see the fruit of His work. Many of the children who once sat in our classrooms have grown into mature followers of Christ. Some are now serving in their churches, teaching God’s Word, and faithfully ministering to others. Seeing their lives transformed reminds us that every sacrifice has been worthwhile.

Our mission remains the same: to disciple and educate children, helping them know Christ and develop the gifts God has entrusted to them. This is the calling He has given us, and by His grace, we will continue to fulfill it. The words of Jesus in Mark 10:13–16 continue to guide and inspire our ministry:

“Truly I tell you, anyone who will not receive the kingdom of God like a little child will never enter it.” And He took the children in His arms, placed His hands on them, and blessed them.

Simple Child is not our ministry—it is God’s ministry. It exists so that every child who enters our doors may experience His love, care, and guidance. Our prayer is that each child will grow up knowing they are deeply loved, treasured, and created with a purpose by God, and that they, too, will one day become faithful servants who will make Christ known to the next generation.

Jun 01

Together for Transformation: Educating Children in Competence and Character

Meaningful Moving Up Experience in a Cinematic Setting On March 20, 2026. Prairie Rose Academy for Youngsters campuses in Montalban, Calawis, and Padilla celebrated their Moving Up Ceremony at Cinema 2, SM Masinag. The event created a memorable experience for the children as they celebrated an important milestone inside a movie theater, where they joyfully saw themselves featured on the big screen. School Principal Ma’am Precy, also President of the MMP Teachers’ Association, shared that while the venue may be costly, the lasting memory created for the children makes the experience truly worthwhile.

Bible Module: Holistic and Transformational Ministry. On March 21, 2026, Mission Ministries Philippines (MMP), in partnership with the Asian Theological Seminary, conducted a Bible module entitled Holistic and Transformational Ministry, facilitated by Dr. Jojo Angeles, ATS Chaplain. The session was attended by 13 students who actively participated in the learning experience.


Celebrating Partnership in Early Childhood Education On March 23, 2026. MMP rejoiced in the successful Moving Up Ceremony of Alay Pag-asa Child Development Center with the theme “Walking in the Right Path.” Alay Pag-ibig, a ministry of Visionaries Christian Church Inc., serves as MMP’s first formal partner under the Ang Mananampalataya na Gumagawa Ministry. MMP continues to look forward to expanding more partnerships under AMG to strengthen its mission of nurturing children in both competence and character.

Unified Celebrations Across Partner Schools From March 25–27, 2026. Shining Light, Hills of Grace Foundation, and Open Heart Children Mission Philippines held their Moving Up Ceremonies with the theme: “Filipino Graduates: Prepared to Lead with Competence and Character.” The theme reinforced MMP’s core advocacy of holistic education that goes beyond academics and emphasizes strong values formation. One of the highlights of the celebration was a puppet presentation led by Teacher Chona, which effectively communicated its message and was warmly received by both children and parents.

A Growing Educational and Community Impact: Cuatro Christian School Inc. MMP gives thanks to God for the continued growth of one of its long-standing partner institutions, which has expanded from a preschool into a full learning community serving elementary and high school students across multiple campuses. Beyond education, the institution has also extended its mission through church and hospital services that reach indigent communities. MMP remains humbled to witness how God continues to bless and expand its impact through compassionate service.

NSTP Cyberbullying Awareness Initiative. On March 9, 2026, a National Service Training Program activity was conducted in partnership with the University of the Philippines Open University (UPOU) at Pristine Heritage Academy. The session focused on cyberbullying awareness, with student facilitators leading developmentally appropriate activities designed to help learners understand online safety and prevention strategies. Ronald Mandocdoc and Aida Aquino from MMP , co-facilitated this significant activity.

Bright Morning Star Moving Up Celebration On March 16, 2026. Bright Morning Star Child Development Center in Sariaya, Quezon celebrated its Moving Up Ceremony for young learners, mostly aged four and below. Parents expressed joy as they witnessed their children confidently perform on stage, marking a meaningful milestone in early childhood development. Special recognition was given to Teacher Josie for her faithful service in teaching young children. The school is also strengthened through its partnership with Nordic Harvest Mission Philippines.

Honoring Faithful Service and Excellence On March 17, 2026. MMP rejoiced in the recognition of Professor Bing Amihan, former Board Member and current consultant, counselor, and training facilitator. She was honored as Faculty of the Year at Emilio Aguinaldo College in Cavite, a well-deserved recognition of her excellence and dedication.

Expanding Remedial Reading Partnerships On March 18, 2026. MMP met with Talking Hands (formerly My Children’s House of Hope), a non-profit organization dedicated to empowering Deaf children, to explore partnership expansion in Remedial Reading. The collaboration aims to support communities with a high number of non-readers, in partnership with professors from the University of the Philippines to develop effective reading materials that help children learn to read within a short period of time. MMP looks forward to the successful realization of this partnership.

Jun 01

Equipping Educators, Empowering Children, Expanding Partnerships for Inclusive Transformation

Coaching and Monitoring Visit – Alay Pag-ibig. CDC On February 5, 2026, Mission Ministries Philippines (MMP) conducted a coaching and monitoring visit at the Alay Pag-ibig Child Development Center. The first part of the session focused on classroom observation, where MMP carefully observed how teachers facilitated learning activities. This served as an initial assessment to identify key areas for improvement and future coaching support. The second part of the visit centered on planning and coaching for the upcoming Moving Up Ceremony scheduled for the following month. Emphasis was given to ensuring that the celebration is developmentally appropriate, meaningful, and aligned with the children’s stage of growth.


Spiritual Formation Bible Module. On February 7, 2026, the second Bible module officially commenced under the teaching of Pastor Ronald Hernandez. The course, Spiritual Formation, is part of MMP’s Certificate Course in Early Childhood Education, offered in partnership with the Asian Theological Seminary. This academic program is headed by Teacher Aida Aquino, whose dedication and commitment continue to strengthen and unify the MMP team. We thank God for her faithful, responsible, and wholehearted service to the ministry.


Guest Lecture at DZAS Anniversary Celebration. “On Line Parenting with Mommy Bessie” MMP Director, Dr. Chonabelle M. Domingo, was honored to serve as guest lecturer during the 30th anniversary celebration of DZAS personality Dr. Bessie Rios in an online parenting program. Dr. Rios, a former Executive Director of MMP, began her journey with the organization as host of the parenting program Suplingap, with Dr. Domingo as co-host. Over the years, this program evolved into Memo ni Mommy, which continues to air on DZAS 702. The anniversary celebration was held on February 14, 2026, at City Mall, Tarlac City, coinciding with Valentine’s Day.


NSTP Partnership with UPOU. Mission Ministries Philippines warmly welcomes a new partnership in the area of National Service Training Program through students from the University of the Philippines Open University (UPOU). An orientation meeting was held on February 18 at the MMP Office, where the students presented their advocacy on raising awareness about online bullying. As part of their community engagement initiative, they aim to conduct an orientation seminar in one of MMP’s partner schools. The following day, MMP conducted a school visit to Pristine Heritage Academy to finalize the schedule and provide additional teacher coaching and mentoring. The outreach activity is scheduled for March 9, 2026.


PCMN Participation and OSAEC Advocacy. On February 20, 2026, MMP participated in the Philippines Children’s Mission Network (PCMN), a national faith-based NGO network of child-focused organizations, where MMP is an active member and its Director serves as part of the Board. One of PCMN’s key advocacies is addressing Online Sexual Abuse and Exploitation of Children (OSAEC). In alignment with this, MMP is planning to formally integrate this topic into its Practical Seminar tentatively scheduled for June 2026.


Partnership Exploration with Compassion International. An online follow-up meeting with Compassion International was held on February 25, 2026, to explore possible areas of collaboration with MMP, particularly in the area of Remedial Reading. Both organizations are prayerfully looking forward to the development of this partnership for the benefit of more children and communities.

Special Education Initiative and Training Seminar. The year 2026 marks a significant milestone for MMP as it strengthens its commitment to equip partners in the field of Special Education. This initiative recognizes Republic Act No. 11650, also known as the “Inclusive Education Act,” which promotes policies and services for learners with disabilities in support of inclusive education. In response to this growing need, MMP continues to equip teachers and partners in the area of Special Education. As part of this initiative, MMP conducted a seminar on February 21, 2026, entitled “Special Education for Children: Understanding the Fundamentals of Inclusive Education and Creating Effective Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) for Special Learners.” The seminar was attended by 95 teachers who expressed a strong desire to better serve children with diverse learning needs. More SPED trainings and seminars are planned in the coming months.

Oct 20

September Highlights

CEdNet

On September 6, 2025, Mission Ministries Philippines (MMP) marked its first formal partnership with the Christian Educators’ Network (CEDNET), the education sectoral ministry of the Philippine Council of Evangelical Churches (PCEC).

As an initial engagement, MMP participated in CEDNET’s 5th Convention, where it was given a booth to showcase the Kidpreneur Curriculum. We continue to seek God’s guidance as we explore future collaborations, with the desire to connect with Christian schools that are part of CEDNET’s growing network.

La-Salle Orientation

Since 2010, MMP has partnered with De La Salle University through its NSTP program, providing students with meaningful service and advocacy experiences. Recently, through the GEPCOM program, several student groups collaborated with MMP to produce advocacy materials such as posters, infographics, and videos—truly a blessing to the ministry.

Jul 31

PARTNERSHIP WITH DE LA SALLE UNIVERSITY TAFT

A series of Zoom meetings was conducted with students from De La Salle University (DLSU) under the GEPCOM program (Purposive Communication course), in partnership with COSCA (the university’s social action arm).

Through this partnership, MMP was selected as a featured community organization for the students’ advocacy campaign project. The collaboration focused on developing infographics and videos aimed at raising public awareness about MMP’s mission and impact.

MMP was chosen because of its long-standing role as a community partner aligned with various Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) such as No Poverty, Quality Education, and more.
Most recently, on July 16, a group of DLSU students visited the MMP office to begin their fieldwork. They conducted interviews with the Executive Director and produced video materials to highlight MMP’s programs and advocacies.

Furthermore, another meaningful Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) was signed between Mission Ministries Philippines (MMP) and the Nordic Harvest Mission Foundation – Philippines Branch to establish a partnership in support of Bright Morning Star Child Development Center through its new initiative, the School Readiness Program.

This program is designed to equip young children with foundational skills essential for a smooth transition into formal schooling. The MOA signing took place on May 14, 2025, marking the start of a shared commitment to prepare children for lifelong learning.

We warmly welcome Nordic Harvest Mission Foundation as a valued partner in our mission to transform lives through early childhood education.

Jul 31

New Partners: First Quarter 2025

We are delighted to welcome our new partner schools this year: Alay Pagibig Child Development Center, President Qurino Wesleyan School, Charis Duron Life Project and Christian Academy and Immanuel Christian Learning Center. To formalize these partnerships, a series of MOA signings were conducted via Zoom, marking the beginning of a shared commitment to quality early childhood education. To support their onboarding, a series of activities were conducted to introduce and reinforce our Developmentally Appropriate Early Childhood Program.

One notable event took place on June 28, when two MMP staff members traveled from Manila to Baguio City to conduct a seminar, coaching, and orientation session at Charis Duron Life Project and Christian Academy. The seminar was attended by the teachers, with the highlight being a hands-on personal coaching session and classroom redesign to model a truly developmentally appropriate early childhood learning environment.

Furthermore, an online coaching session was conducted on July 4, 2025, with President Quirino Wesleyan School and Immanuel Christian Learning Center. This was followed by an on-site visitation on July 14, 2025, led by one of our Supervisors, Ms. Claire Santillan. The visit provided a valuable opportunity to personally connect with the school community. Preliminary coaching and support were extended to their teachers and staff during this time.

A follow-up visit is scheduled to take place on February 2026.

Jul 31

Grounded in Theory, Driven by Practice

On July 10–11, 2025, a total of 52 teachers and school leaders participated in a face-to-face practical training held at Roots and Wings Learning Center at Marikina City, one of our partner schools.
This annual event ensures that the learnings from the ECE Level 1 and 2 Crash Course are effectively applied in actual classroom settings.


The seminar was facilitated by Teacher Chona, together with MMP Supervisors Teacher Sundie Victoria from Jubilant Youngsters Academy in Balagtas, Bulacan, Teacher Maricel Miñon from Batasan Foursquare Tutorial Center, Teacher Del, one of our MMP officers and Teacher Christine Fa’ar Nobleza who discussed one of the most engaging and timely topics “Handling Special Children in a Regular Classroom.”


A major highlight of the two-day training was the live demonstration session, where the MMP Supervisors role-played as preschool teachers, while the participants acted as their students.
What a joy it was to witness our MMP teachers engaging in hands-on learning again through a face-to-face platform!

Jun 30

MMP Teachers’ Officers and MMP Supervisors Meeting

“It takes a community to raise a child,” as famously quoted by Hillary Clinton—and this truth was beautifully reflected on May 27, 2025, when MMP held a significant planning meeting with its dedicated partners: the MMP Teachers’ Officers, led by Pastor Precy Vallente, Teacher Cristy Montano, Teacher Delia Casas, Flor Tañag and Teacher Alice Espiritu and our MMP Supervisors, headed by Teacher Sundie Victoria.

The meeting focused on preparations for the upcoming school year opening, as well as exciting upcoming MMP activities such as the 2026 Teachers’ Camp in Boracay, seminars, Children’s Show of Talents, and more.

From the bottom of our hearts, we express our deepest gratitude and appreciation to these MMP heroes. Your commitment and passion make all the difference.

Truly, how can we ever thank you enough?

Jun 30

Kid’s International Learning Academy

It is always a joy to reconnect with our dear friends at Kid’s International Learning Academy (KILA) in Cainta, Rizal. MMP has been regularly invited to facilitate their Teacher Refresher Training, with none other than Teacher Elizabeth King—one of MMP’s most beloved facilitators—consistently leading the sessions.


We are especially proud that KILA’s principal, Miss Joan Ong, is also the main author of our Math Made Easy book. From its humble beginnings as a preschool in 1998, KILA has grown into a full-fledged institution now offering education up to the high school level.


The most recent training was successfully conducted on May 23, 2025.