Convention of Philippine Baptist Churches, Inc.

Convention of Philippine Baptist Churches, Inc. is rated 3 out of 5 in the category religious institutions. Read and write reviews about Convention of Philippine Baptist Churches, Inc.. The Convention of Philippine Baptist Churches, Inc. (Hiligaynon: Kasapulanan sang Bautista nga Pilipinhon) is the oldest Baptist organisational body in the Philippines. With headquarters in Jaro, Iloilo City, CPBC have ten (10) Kasapulanans and active member churches numbering around 300 with more church-planting activities going on. Within the convention operates ten provincial associations, two hospitals, two community centers, one college, and two universities. Central Philippine University is affiliated with the Convention and maintains partnership ties with the International Ministries of the American Baptist Churches in the USA. The Convention is a member of the Asia Pacific Baptist Federation and the Baptist World Alliance. There about 20 different Baptist groups in the Philippines, including the Association of Fundamental Baptist Churches in the Philippines, which represents a schism from the American Baptist missions and “Convention” churches before the national organization was created. Over 25% of all Baptists in the Philippines are members of the Convention of Philippine Baptist Churches. Core Mission Principles – Being grounded in the Biblical tradition – Engagement in prophetic and priestly functions – Building a community that heals and restores broken ties – Developing of strong and responsible leaders – Achieving stability through full support of member churches and organizations – Building of a deeper and stronger relationship with other mission partners – Deep and genuine concern for the lost, the poor, the weak and the needy – Faithfulness to the Baptist legacy of missionary service – A dynamic, relevant and responsive servant organization – Deep commitment to the implementation of a holistic and comprehensive ministry – Full use of appropriate technology to enhance programs and ministries