The newly-renovated house of worship of the Local Congregation of Orani, in the Ecclesiastical District of Bataan, Philippines, was rededicated to the Lord God on October 24, 2026.

The Church Administration sent Brother Rene J. Panoncillo, the Church’s General Secretary, to officiate at the special worship service.

In the biblical lesson that he preached, Brother Panoncillo pointed out that God Himself commanded to His people the building of temples or houses of worship, which serve as a holy sanctuary where He hears the prayers of His servants.

“The house of worship serves as the central venue for the most sacred moment in every Church member’s life—the worship service,” explained Brother Roderick Chulvo, district supervising minister, in an interview. “Guided by the Lord God, the Church Administration faithfully utilizes voluntary offerings to construct and restore the holy edifices for the spiritual upliftment of the faithful and the glory of God.”

The 806-seater house of worship stands along National Road in Barangay Parang-parang, Orani, Bataan. It was equipped with a new sound system and a Johannus organ. The parking and driveway were improved together with new landscaping.

“We’re filled with joy and gratitude to the Almighty God as our house of worship stands restored, further exalting His magnificence,” expressed Erwin Garcia, choir leader.

The house of worship was first dedicated in 1959 in a worship service officiated at by Brother Felix Y. Manalo, God’s Messenger in these last days. — With assistance from Efren Cecille Hipolito and Annabele Penuliar