Submerged Subanen

There are many tribes in the Philippines, and one of them is the Subanen tribe. Located on Mindanao, this church, Shiloh Bible Baptist Church Salug, reaches out to these people. In fact, Pastor Clemente Gumapit is also a member of this tribe. After his conversion, he returned to his people to reach them with the Gospel of Jesus Christ.

Many of the tribal members participate in the animistic native religion. There are also many who are Roman Catholic, the predominant religion of the Philippines.

But on April 27, this church celebrated the baptism of six people. The majority of SBBC Salug are members of this tribe. Indeed, John the Revelator saw in his vision worshipers of our Lord from "every tribe." Surely, that includes the Subanen.

Below are some photos from the April 27 baptism service. To God be the glory!