From Silence to Celebration: A Historic Milestone for the Church in CAA 10 North
Dr. Christian Sarmiento, JGS of the Asia-Pacific Region, and other leaders laid hands to ordain the first national ordained elder from CAA 10. On January 22, 2026, the Church of the Nazarene marked a historic milestone in CAA 10 North as leaders gathered for the first District Assembly and Ordination Service, held in conjunction with the nation's first-ever commencement of Chapman International College (CIC). These events represent a significant step forward in leadership development and church organization within one of Southeast Asia’s most challenging mission contexts. A Milestone in a Restricted Land: The setting heightens the importance of this moment. CAA 10 North is a Creative Access Area, where public proclamation of the gospel is restricted, and Christians continue to face pressure and persecution. Many believers worship quietly in homes, pastors serve without public recognition, and sharing the name of Jesus openly is often not possible. Yet, in this difficult envi...