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

Authors

  • Dave Johnson Assemblies of God World Missions
  • Angelo Atienza Assemblies of God in Abucay, Bataan, Philippines

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.

Author Biographies

Dave Johnson, Assemblies of God World Missions

Faculty, Asia Pacific Theological Seminary, Baguio City, Philippines; Managing Editor, Asian Journal of Pentecostal Studies; Director, APTS Press

Angelo Atienza, Assemblies of God in Abucay, Bataan, Philippines

Lead Pastor of Worship and Mission International; Zambales Bible College, Faculty Member in Biblical Studies; Cabinet of Bataan Section A CLDC PCAG (young couples ministry)

Published

2026-04-20 — Updated on 2026-04-21

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