On Sunday, March 29, 2026, Northview Christian Fellowship celebrated its anniversary in worship and gratitude, marking 24 years of God’s grace, goodness, and faithfulness. What unfolded that day was more than a church event. It was a heartfelt reminder of God’s sustaining hand, a testimony of His goodness through every season, and a renewed call for the church family to move forward together in faith.
From the very beginning of the service to the joyful fellowship that followed, the anniversary celebration reflected what Northview Christian Fellowship has always been about: worship, the Word, service, community, and the continuing work of God in His church.
A Day Rooted in Worship and Gratitude
The anniversary service began with Praise and Worship, setting the tone for a day centered not on human achievement, but on the faithfulness of God. As voices were lifted in thanksgiving, the congregation was reminded that the story of the church has always been, first and foremost, God’s story.
The theme for the celebration, Grace, Goodness, and Faithfulness, was more than a slogan for the day. It reflected the lived reality of the church over the past twenty-four years. Every answered prayer, every challenge overcome, every life touched, and every season endured has become part of the testimony that God has been faithful to Northview Christian Fellowship from the beginning until now.
One of the most meaningful moments of the service was the sharing of the Church Story, which traced the journey of NCF from its early beginnings to where it stands today. It was a moment of remembrance and thanksgiving, allowing the congregation to reflect on how God has led the church step by step over the years. As was beautifully expressed during the celebration, the story of Northview is not merely about buildings, programs, or events. It is about the grace of God at work through ordinary people who said yes to Him.
Remembering How It All Began
Northview Christian Fellowship’s story began in the year 2000, when God planted a vision in the hearts of those who would faithfully respond to His call. What started as a simple home Bible study eventually grew into regular gatherings in a subdivision clubhouse. There were no grand beginnings, only humble obedience, a desire to worship, and a burden to proclaim the gospel.
With only one acoustic guitar and a small group of believers, worship was offered sincerely and the Word of God was faithfully shared. Though resources were few, faith was strong. In time, that small beginning became the foundation of what would grow into a local church family serving the Lord in Cebu City.
By 2001, construction of a sanctuary had begun in faith, and by 2003, the vision became a visible reality in Bacayan, Cebu City, where the church would officially carry the name Northview Christian Fellowship. From there, ministries continued to develop, people were discipled, children heard the gospel, and the church slowly expanded its reach and impact.
Yet like every real work of God, the church’s journey was not without hardship. The story of NCF includes seasons of testing, uncertainty, and even moments when continuing the ministry may have seemed difficult. But through it all, the Lord preserved His church.
As shared during the anniversary celebration, God remained faithful through trials, through leadership gaps, through painful seasons, and even through the global disruptions brought by the pandemic. That testimony alone made the anniversary more than just a celebration. It made it a memorial of God’s sustaining grace.
A Service That Reflected the Life of the Church
The beauty of the anniversary celebration was that it was not limited to one segment or one ministry. The entire day reflected the life and heartbeat of the church. It was a gathering that showed not only what Northview Christian Fellowship does, but also who Northview Christian Fellowship is: a church family worshiping together, serving together, and growing together under the grace of God.
From the opening moments of Praise and Worship, there was a clear sense of gratitude in the room. The anniversary celebration was not approached as a mere program or tradition, but as a sincere offering of thanksgiving to the Lord for His faithfulness through the years. It was a moment for the congregation to pause, reflect, and celebrate all that God has done in and through the life of the church.
Dedication of Khayra Monteroyo
A particularly special moment during the service was the Dedication of Khayra Monteroyo, a beautiful reminder that the life of the church continues not only through ministry programs, but through families committing the next generation to the Lord.
In the middle of celebrating twenty-four years of God’s faithfulness, this dedication became a quiet but powerful picture of hope, continuity, and legacy.
It also added a deeper meaning to the celebration. While the church was honoring the faithfulness of God in the past and present, it was also being reminded that the work of the Lord continues into the future. Moments like these carry a special beauty in the life of a church because they reflect how faith is passed on, nurtured, and entrusted to the next generation.
The service as a whole carried a meaningful balance of reverence, joy, and reflection. It was a day marked not only by celebration, but also by a shared sense of belonging among the congregation. From worship to the special moments throughout the service, the anniversary reflected a church that remains alive in faith, rooted in community, and thankful for the grace that has sustained it for twenty-four years.
Sermon
The church also heard a timely and deeply meaningful sermon titled, “Jesus, the Strong Foundation of the Church.” Preached as part of the church’s Seeker Sensitive Services series and anchored in 1 Corinthians 3:6–16, the message was especially fitting for an anniversary celebration.
While anniversaries naturally invite reflection on the past, this sermon reminded everyone that the church’s true strength has never been found in numbers, buildings, traditions, or visible accomplishments. The church stands because Jesus Christ is its only sure foundation.
The sermon highlighted three important truths:
First, we are God’s fellow workers.
The message reminded the congregation that while no one is equal with God, believers are invited to participate in His work. Every act of service, whether seen or unseen, matters in the kingdom of God. The church is built not by one person alone, but by many laboring faithfully together under the Lordship of Christ.
Second, we are God’s field.
Growth does not always happen in ways that are immediately visible. Sometimes God is working deeply before fruit appears outwardly. In a world that values instant results, this truth was especially meaningful. It reminded the church that silent seasons are not wasted seasons. God is still at work beneath the surface.
Third, we are God’s building.
The sermon also emphasized that every believer is both an individual stone and part of something much bigger. Christianity is deeply personal, but it is never meant to be isolated. The church is a spiritual community that God Himself is building.
The conclusion of the message captured the beauty of the Christian life well. Believers are active yet dependent, growing yet still being worked on, and being built while already belonging to God. It was a powerful and fitting word for a church celebrating another year of God’s faithfulness.
Takeaway
The sermon reminded the church that Jesus remains the true foundation of His people. As God’s fellow workers, we are invited to serve in His kingdom. As God’s field, we are reminded that spiritual growth often happens beneath the surface before it becomes visible. And as God’s building, we are called to live not in isolation, but as part of the spiritual community God is forming. It was a timely message for NCF’s 24th Anniversary, reminding everyone that God is still at work in His church.
Every Ministry Had a Part to Play
One of the most encouraging parts of the anniversary celebration was seeing every ministry take part in the program. This gave the day a genuine family feel. It was not just an event organized for the church, but a celebration expressed by the church.
The Men’s Ministry presented a skit that addressed the effects of online activities on today’s generation, offering both relevance and reflection in a way that connected with current realities. It was a timely presentation that pointed to the importance of discernment, influence, and godly direction in a digital age.
The Women’s Ministry ministered through a response song, beautifully singing “Goodness of God.” It was a fitting choice for the occasion, echoing the very testimony of the church through the years. The song served not just as a performance, but as a heartfelt declaration of who God has been to the congregation across every season.
The celebration continued with presentations from the younger generations of the church family. The Young Professionals sang, the Young Teens presented a dance, and the Kids also joyfully danced. These presentations brought life, warmth, and celebration to the day. More importantly, they reflected something deeply encouraging: the church is alive across generations. From children to adults, from longtime members to younger participants, the anniversary became a visible reminder that God’s work continues from one generation to the next.
More Than a Program, It Was a Family Celebration
After the worship service, sermon, and ministry presentations, the church shared in Lunch Fellowship, allowing the celebration to continue in a more personal and joyful way. Meals shared around tables often carry a different kind of ministry, one built through conversation, laughter, reconnection, and simple presence.
Anniversary celebrations like this are important not just because they mark time, but because they help a church remember who they are together. In a fast-moving world where many people feel isolated or disconnected, moments like these quietly reinforce an important truth: the church is still a family.
And perhaps that is part of what made the day so meaningful. It was not polished perfection that made it special. It was the sincerity of a church family gathering to worship, remember, serve, celebrate, and look ahead together.
Looking Ahead After the Northview Christian Fellowship Anniversary
As meaningful as the 24th Anniversary was, the day also carried a strong sense of anticipation for what lies ahead.
Next year, by God’s grace, Northview Christian Fellowship will celebrate a significant milestone: 25 Years of God’s Faithfulness.
That reality gives this year’s anniversary a special place in the life of the church. The 24th Anniversary was not only a celebration of what God has done, it also served as a bridge into a major milestone year.
That means the season ahead matters. Every ministry strengthened, every outreach launched, every volunteer mobilized, every prayer lifted, every soul reached, and every act of faithfulness between now and next year becomes part of the journey toward that silver anniversary celebration.
And perhaps that is one of the strongest takeaways from the day: the story is not finished yet.
The church is not merely looking back with gratitude. It is also looking forward with faith.
As Northview Christian Fellowship continues to embrace its direction as a seeker-sensitive church, the vision remains clear: to be a place where people can come as they are, hear the truth of the gospel, encounter the grace of God, and find a spiritual home where they can grow in Christ. That vision was strongly reflected in the anniversary celebration itself, a gathering that was worshipful, welcoming, grounded in Scripture, and centered on Jesus.
The coming year offers a fresh opportunity for the whole church family to prepare, participate, and become even more involved in what God is building. The call is not just to attend, but to serve. Not just to observe, but to engage. Not just to celebrate the church’s history, but to become part of the next chapter God is writing.
To God alone Be all the Glory
Twenty-four years is no small testimony.
It represents prayers prayed, tears shed, sacrifices made, people discipled, families strengthened, children raised in faith, and lives changed by the gospel. It tells the story of a God who remains faithful through beginnings, transitions, hardship, rebuilding, and renewal.
And if the last twenty-four years have proven anything, it is this:
The God who started this work is still building His church.
As Northview Christian Fellowship steps toward its 25th year, the prayer is not simply for a bigger celebration, but for a deeper work of God. May the church continue to stand on Christ, serve with willing hearts, welcome those who are seeking, and remain faithful to the gospel in every generation.
From 24 years of grace, goodness, and faithfulness to whatever God will do next, one thing remains certain:
Jesus is still the strong foundation of His church.