Bayanihan as a Gospel Mission Approach: Strengthening Intentional Communities and Acts of Service to Share Christ with Filipino Communities

Abstract

This article will explore how the Bayanihan principle, which means working together in harmony for the individual or common good, although changing in its expression remains deeply rooted in Filipino culture. The authors contend that Bayanihan can be used to share the message of Christ meaningfully with Filipinos in both urban and rural settings through intentional community-building and engaging in acts of service, in both physical and online communities.