Residents of Polomolok, South Cotabato, were treated to a day of profound healing and community support as a highly successful medical mission unfolded on May 3, 2026. Bringing much-needed free healthcare services and uplifting gift-giving activities right to the locals’ doorsteps, the event provided a vital lifeline and a source of joy for numerous families in the area.
The heartwarming outreach was a collaborative endeavor spearheaded by the Southern Mindanao Medical Team under the dedicated guidance of Pastor Arsenio Juanga. They worked in close partnership with the Upper Klinan Seventh-day Adventist Church, led by Pastor Chelmer Cacal and Pastor Cholo Pontrias. Together, this joint initiative stood as a powerful testament to their shared commitment to serving the region through both practical medical assistance and spiritual ministry.
Throughout the day, attendees were provided with an array of health and wellness services. Volunteer healthcare professionals tirelessly offered free medical checkups, expert consultations, and dispensed essential medicines to address the community’s common health concerns. Going beyond standard medical care, the mission also provided soothing therapeutic massages, specialized chiropractic services, and even free haircuts courtesy of volunteer barbers and church workers. These thoughtful additions helped bring comfort, relaxation, and a renewed sense of confidence to those who attended.
Understanding that holistic care involves meeting both physical and emotional needs, the organizers also coordinated a generous gift-giving drive that brought bright smiles to parents and children alike. Families were blessed with assorted “ukay-ukay” clothing items, while children happily received new slippers and other fun gifts.
For the locals of Polomolok, the day was about much more than just a medical clinicโit was a deeply moving demonstration of unity, compassion, and faith. Community members expressed immense gratitude, noting how such outreach programs dramatically boost both public health and neighborhood morale. Looking to the future, organizers have emphasized that this successful mission is just one part of an ongoing, broader effort to share hope and extend vital healthcare services across the communities of Southern Mindanao.
Serene Shekinah D. Boncavil | Photos by Hope Channel Southern Mindanao
