SCAW Blog: Philippines, 2026: May 13

This morning our team found itself in Bacolor. Upon arrival we were greeted by a sea of excited faces. The Kiwanis club had set up the outdoor gym beautifully for the distribution, with lots of help from teachers who came in, despite it being summer vacation. 

Very close to the Bacolor Integrated School is the famous San Guillermo Parish Church. This church was built in 1576 and rebuilt in 1886, following a devastating earthquake. On Sept, 3 1995 an enormous lahar flow of ash from the 1991 Mt. Pinatubo eruption, buried much of Bacolor under 6 to 20 feet of volcanic debris. Only 12 metres of the church remained uncovered. Parishioners now enter the church through the window that was over the main entrance. It was a wonderful detour suggested by our Kiwanis hosts, Lanie and Melvin.

During the bedkit family interview, I  found out that this was the family church that they attend every Sunday. 

This afternoon our Mabalacat distribution was also a success despite the 36 plus degree temperatures. 

Looking forward to another busy but rewarding distribution day tomorrow in Magalang. 

Team Philippines, 2026

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