Bringing the Light of Christ to Davao
Partner with the Gilpin family as we plant a global church, equip leaders, and send missionaries from Davao City into the least reached places of the Philippines and beyond.
Our Calling
Why Davao, Why Now?
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We are the Gilpin family, missionaries called to serve in the Philippines. God has placed on our hearts a passion to plant a global church in Davao City—a city of immense diversity, yet with countless souls still unreached by the gospel.
After years of missionary work, God stirred our hearts again—this time to Mindanao's least-reached island, to Davao: a vibrant, strategic city with the potential to reach neighboring islands and nations.
The Need at a Glance:
Davao is both urbanized and safe, yet it borders some of the most spiritually dark regions of Mindanao. The people are hungry for truth, and the harvest is ready.
Strategic Mission
From Davao, we are trusting God to establish a global church hub that will:
Train and equip believers for ministry
Send them into the harvest fields
Transform communities through the gospel
Our mission is to plant a Christ-centered church that makes disciples who live out the Word, worship Jesus deeply, and grow together in faith.
Our Church Mission Plan
Next Gen — Reaching the Next Generation
Raising up children and youth to grow in faith, love, and service to Jesus Christ. Through worship, interactive Bible lessons, and small groups, we equip them with practical tools and mentorship to live boldly for Christ in an ever-changing world.
Sending Out — 25 Missionaries in 5 Years
In our first 5 years, we aim to send 25 Filipino missionaries to proclaim the gospel in the least reached places—especially in Muslim communities both locally and globally.
Leadership Training — Equipping Filipino Leaders
Mentoring pastors and leaders with biblical teaching, Christ-centered training, and practical resources to grow healthy, gospel-driven churches across Mindanao and beyond.
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“Before Duane joined the hospital ministry, he had never been involved in ministry or witnessed a miracle. One day, we prayed together for a boy with a broken femur — and watched God set it back in place.
As a result, the entire room of 20 people eagerly gave their lives to Christ. My friend Duane was hooked. His faith grew as he saw God move, and today he leads the hospital ministry team — equipped with the Holy Spirit and reconciling many to Jesus Christ.”
Be Part of the Mission
Your prayers, giving, and encouragement make this mission possible:
Pray
Intercede for our family, the church plant, and the people of Davao.
Give
Monthly or one-time gifts provide for living needs, ministry tools, outreach materials, and leadership training resources.
Go
Join us for a short-term mission trip or connect through a video call to hear firsthand what God is doing.
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