Among some of the poorest streets in the world, the slums of Bacoor, Philippines, were abandoned by almost every relief agency that had helped to serve 100’s of 1,000’s for years.  Located along the rivers that immediately empty into the Pacific Ocean, the “Boat People” became some of our most recent converts to Christianity!  After several seasons of record typhoons, fires and disease, denominational mission efforts moved back to the suburbs.   CRAM Worldwide’ s veteran missionaries, Sang Ho and Lisa Kim, did exactly the opposite: they turned and went into the face of the hardest places to serve.  

Our CRAM teams stepped up and planted 6 churches where 1,000’s gather every week.  Over the past 12 years, Pastor Sang Ho and Lisa Kim have mobilized dozens of young preachers and teachers to feed the poor, share the Word of God, engage the sick and encourage the elderly.   Children may not have shoes or shirts while walking through the slums, but they smile from ear to ear as they’ve learned that God loves them and has given eternal hope in Jesus Christ!   CRAM’s faithful servants have reminded them that God has not given up on the children of Bacoor: 

• The Lord’s Day is their brightest time on their weekly calendar.  They gather to give praise, and they sing from the bottom of their feet to the top of their hearts.  
• These children are hearing God’s Word and Bible truths that apply to everyday living. Here is where we hear contagious laughter and encouragement. 
• They often partake in a small meal and then return to their homes determined to shine for Christ in a dark world.
• Medical Days are woven thru the calendar where doctors and nurses help to dispense much-needed medical care.
• Youth Bible Studies and special sessions of worship meet throughout the week.
• Future preachers, teachers and medical assistants are being trained alongside veteran missionaries.
• The most recent Church plant about 45 minutes away in Naic has seen more than 200 baptized and now witnesses nearly 300 in weekly attendance.
• In recent years, more than 2,000 have been baptized into Christ, providing the core of 6 churches that are now praying to plant 1 to 2 new churches a year.