Dear prayer partner,
My name is Edwin, and for 25 years, I’ve had the privilege of sharing the stories of Filipino families as a photojournalist.
As I’ve journeyed across the Philippines, I’ve met sponsored children and their families. But my heart is burdened when I witness natural disasters displacing them. Recently, Mount Kanlaon — one of the many active volcanoes across the islands — erupted, putting many lives at risk. Please pray for protection and for our local church partners as they bring aid.
Despite challenges, Compassion in the Philippines remains committed to reaching remote, unreached communities, including tribal groups in mountain provinces and areas where the gospel is not widely welcomed. These regions are difficult to access, but God is opening doors. Children here face extreme poverty with limited access to education and health care. Yet, through our trusted local church partners, we provide practical support and the hope of the gospel.
Please pray for children and families in hard-to-reach areas to experience God's love and provision. Ask God to open hearts to his message. Pray for strength and endurance for our staff and our church partners. May their work create lasting impact in the lives of those we serve.
We ask for your prayers for the countless children still at risk. As local churches provide vital nutritional and spiritual support, pray that families receive the resources needed to care for their children. Ask God to bless their harvest this season, providing nourishment for their families. Your prayers can bring hope and healing to those in need.
Edwin Estioko
Compassion Philippines Photojournalist