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A Family Challenge

Thank you for how you have embraced Bags of Hope. Thanksgiving is upon us soon. Read how Jesse from Winnipeg has challenged her family for the second year in a row in the following email: Hi To all My Family, I’m inviting you for our Thanksgiving Celebration. Let’s make it more meaningful. WHAT IS THE […]

My Name Is Ching

The following is a testimony that was shared by Ching in her own words at our Hope for the Island Mothers’ Day ministry time. Before I was a Christian, I know in my life there is God, but I don’t have faith in Him. I didn’t mind having God in my life. I lived a […]

Philippines Facts

National Bird- Philippine Eagle                                                         National Fish – Bangus National Animal – Caribao   National Flag Consists of an 8 rayed sun- three golden stars- a red stripe & blue stripe- a white triangle The white color represents peace & purity The red stripe […]

Salamat – Thank You

We ship a variety of items from Canada to Hope for the Island as donations are given. Our giveaways in the western world are a treasure and blessing for others. Precious seniors do the backbreaking work of hammering large rocks into golf ball sized stones that are used for construction projects. They earn 18 pesos […]

Bakbak – Welcome to the Island

We have had over 100 people minister alongside us this past year. Mission teams and individuals enjoy ministering to the kids and youth who come to Hope for the Island from surrounding communities. Teaching new games and activities is always fun and a great way to connect with the locals. A visiting YWAM Mazatlan team […]