United with Jesus Bahrain celebrates Christmas with Filipino community

TDT | Manama

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United with Jesus (UWJ) Bahrain brought the Christmas spirit to life for the Filipino community in Manama, gathering everyone for a lively Christmas celebration on December 12, 2025, at the InterContinental Hotel’s Ambassador Hall.

About 105 people showed up, mostly Overseas Filipino Workers (OFWs) and their families filling the place with laughter, music, and real holiday warmth.

The event was led by Lead Pastor Virgilio Fernandez, with the program hosted by Emcees Francis Mirador and Anne Santillian, and supported by Joni Rose Longabela and Annaliza Fernandez.

A heartfelt exhortation was delivered by Rhenz Christopher Borja, who emphasized that Christmas that Christmas is truly merry because of Jesus Christ. He conveyed that, “The most significant present of Christmas is Jesus, a gift bestowed by God for all, and urged the group to remember that Christmas represents the love of God in action, encouraging believers to embody that love in their everyday lives”.

The night buzzed with group performances and dance numbers. Teams represented the Houses of John, Luke, Peter, James, Mark, Timothy, and Paul. The White Team, from the House of James, really wowed the crowd.

The White Team (House of James) was recognized as the People’s Choice Awardee, receiving warm applause from the audience.

Games, Awards, and Festive Highlights The fun kept rolling with a Christmas Quiz on Kahoots, hosted by Kathy Camposano featuring Bible-based questions, Ina Jeshaiah Fernandez nailed the answers and took home the win.

Edna Tuayon showed up as Lady Santa and snagged Best Dressed Female, while Ronnie Sunga grabbed Best Dressed Male.

Raffle prizes, gift exchanges, more dance and song, and joyful laughter kept everyone in high spirits all evening, strengthening the bond among the OFW community.

At the end, everyone left with full hearts and stronger friendships. UWJ Bahrain’s Christmas party did more than just celebrate the season.