Love of brotherhood reigns during Italy North’s INC Unity Games

Afterwards, Brother Randy Macalinao, district supervising minister, gave his opening remarks. Before the games started, the players took an oath of sportsmanship administered by Brother Herbert Taguines, assistant district supervising minister.

First of the day’s events were the cheering competition between the Local Congregations of Milan, Milan South, and Monza. Afterwards, the CFO officers facilitated sporting events including basketball, volleyball, football, table tennis, badminton, darts, chess, track-and-field, and group relay.

“The INC Unity Games did not fail to live up to its purpose, that is, strengthening unity among Church members as they uphold their love of the brotherhood,” said Brother Taguines in an interview. “We are grateful to the Church Administration for supporting these activities. Our district will continue to work together in all Church activities for the glory of God.”

“The love of brotherhood has been truly evident. I could attest to that as I assisted the brethren who wanted to participate in badminton,” said Zavina Balcita, KADIWA officer from the Local Congregation of Milan, who is among the organizers of this district-wide activity. “Though the players were rivals as the games should be, but each of them could be seen cheering for everyone. Indeed, we are all winners having managed to participate here.”

“I played volleyball and basketball,” shared Jeremy Gugno, KADIWA member from Bologna. “My experiences today were amazing and inspiring. I had a chance to meet youth members here in our district, and I met new friends and acquaintances.”

Mike Angel Perez, Binhi player from Milan, said in Italian, “I’m happy that I once again met my fellow brethren to play and remain united as brothers and sisters in the faith.”

The awarding ceremony started at 4:00 in the afternoon. Brother Gillian Nuguid, district record custodian, said the closing prayer. — With reports from Kate Maximo Luistro of INC News Section