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Operation Blessing is committed to help transform people’s lives – from one who is desperate to one who is full of hope. But we cannot do so on our own. We need YOUR HELP.
Reconstruction materials brought hope to Limasawa residents
Limasawa Island was one of the most severely affected areas by Super Typhoon Odette (Rai), with 90% of the islanders' homes destroyed. "The typhoon was intense; we thought it wasn't that strong at first, so we didn't evacuate. But, the strong wind made us nervous so...
The storm that brought blessings – Operation Blessing Philippines
Maribel Amarga, 54, and her husband, Inocentes Amarga, 64, live in San Ricardo, Southern Leyte as housekeepers for a friend. Inocentes used to be a habal-habal (motorcycle taxi driver), but he was unable to work after suffering a stroke eight years ago. The...
God is so kind
The work of Operation Blessing continues to be a bridge of hope between our ailing countrymen and God. In one of our Mobile Clinic Outreaches in GMA Cavite, Corazon Verdan, 67, was one of the earliest to go in line anticipating the free health services and medicine....
“I can now drive again” —Rolex Escal
“I am so happy that I can see clearly now! I used to be worried when driving at night because of my blurred vision caused by cataract. But now, after my surgery and after giving it some time to heal, I can drive confidently.” —Rolex Escal, pastor and beneficiary...
Losing big for something bigger
When the COVID-19 pandemic shut down face-to-face classes in 2020, Community of Hope (COH) resident Juna Gamboa made an important decision for her children. “I had to give up my work in pharmacy for 8 years to help my children with their learning modules,” she shared....
Stroke patient finds motivation to move forward
For seven years, 55-year-old Walter Belleca has been suffering paralysis due to stroke. Though his condition did not hinder him from providing for his family, Walter sometimes feel discouraged and helpless about his situation. Operation Blessing met Walter and his...
Infant’s wound treated in Mobile Clinic
As Princess Jalina, 22, lined up with her son in the medical area during Operation Blessing’s Mobile Clinic mission in Camarines Sur, her face was marked with fear and anxiety. She was carrying her one-year-old baby, Jacob, whose wound on his toe kept bothering her...
Feeling blessed
“I feel so blessed! We are part of the last batch to arrive at the Community of Hope (COH), but blessings continue to overflow. We now have electricity, the road was fixed and cemented, and now there is livelihood assistance for us,” shares Jacob Tonido gleefully....
Back-To-School Scholar finishes with flying colors
“Lord, if You will allow me to pass this entrance exam, please help me find support until I graduate…” Richil shared this still vivid memory of her prayer when she was seated in a room during her college entrance exam in 2018. Four years later, God honored her faith...
Mabini Family’s road to progress
Liza Mabini, 54, sells vegetables in Tacloban City Market with her husband, Romeo. They are both hard-working and very hands-on in their business. The Mabini family is one of the 97 families residing in Operation Blessing’s Community of Hope (COH) in Palanog. COH is...
Itchy feet keep 27-year-old lady up at night
When our Mobile Clinic came to Quezon City, we found a rare case of dermatitis in 27-year-old Zeilane who complained that the skin on her feet becomes very itchy whenever she wears slippers. It has disturbed her sleep and daily routines. She cannot stand walking for a...
Humble hope and prayer
In our Mobile Clinic medical mission in Silang, Cavite, one of the first patients in line was 65-year-old Maria on her wheelchair accompanied by her husband and son, Virgilio and William. Maria was overwhelmed and in tears as his son pushes her wheelchair towards the...