SANDOC FAMILY

A Light in San Narciso: The Story of Asian Grace Baptist Mission

In a quiet corner of San Pascual, San Narciso, Zambales, in the midst of the Covid 19 pandemic, where tricycles pass and neighbors greet one another by name, we, together with the assistance of Grace of God Bible Baptist Church and through the prayer, AGBC-Singapore, gathered with a big burden in our hearts. We did not begin with a grand building or a large crowd. We began with prayer.

Asian Grace Baptist Mission was born out of a simple but steadfast desire: that souls might know Christ, and that families might find refuge in Him.

At the center of it was a shepherd’s heart—steady, hopeful, and deeply anchored in Scripture. Leaving Singapore , our comfort zone for 12 years, we headed back home as we humbly seek the Lord’s leading for His great calling.  

The Mission started with borrowed chairs, outdated sound equipment, and hymnbooks that had seen better days. Yet when we sang, “Great Is Thy Faithfulness,” it felt as though heaven leaned a little closer.

We have taught children to memorize verses. Gathered elderlies for Bible studies. Encouraged weary pastors through conferences. Reminded hurting women that true rest is found at the feet of Jesus. We spoke hope to those facing sickness, loss, and uncertainty.

And slowly, the Lord added.

Not just numbers—but stories.

A tricycle driver who once lingered outside now sits faithfully in the second row. A mother who came burdened now smiles as her children recite Psalm 23. Young people who once wandered now serve—ushering, singing, teaching. A Garbage collector who had no confidence to meet people now makes sure he is earliest to usher others inside the church.

Asian Grace Baptist Mission became more than a place. It became a refuge.

In times of chaos, it pointed souls to the Rock that is higher than we are (Psalm 61:2).

In times of uncertainty, it declared, “For we walk by faith, not by sight” (2 Corinthians 5:7).

In times of weariness, it whispered, “Come unto me… and I will give you rest” (Matthew 11:28).

It was never about spotlight or scale. It was about faithfulness.

On Wednesday nights and Sunday mornings, prayers still rise from that little sanctuary in San Narciso. Where men bow together in prayer. Wives encourage one another. Children laugh in the background. And somewhere in the midst of it all, grace flows freely.

Because that is what the Mission was always meant to be — a testimony that God builds His church through humble obedience, steadfast hope, and hearts fully yielded to Him.

And though the walls may be simple, the vision is eternal.

Asian Grace Baptist Mission stands as a quiet declaration:

Grace brought us here.

Grace sustains us still.

And by grace, we will continue on abounding more than ever in the work of the Lord!

SAPIDA FAMILY

A Beacon for Truth in Tavua

In the small town of Tavua, Fiji, where quiet villages surround the community and life moves at a simple pace, God has raised a beacon for truth.

*“Ye are the light of the world. A city that is set on an hill cannot be hid.”* — Matthew 5:14 (KJV)

Sent out of Asia Grace Baptist Church in Singapore, Missionary Ian and his wife Priscilla, answered God’s call to leave their careers as professionals and follow Him to the islands of Fiji on July 2023. What began as a step of faith has become a growing work of grace.

The ministry did not begin with a building or a crowd—but with a burden. A burden to bring the Gospel to both Fijians and Indo-Fijians, and to share the truth of God’s Word in a place where many know religion but still need a clear understanding of salvation.

With open Bibles and willing hearts, the work started through simple Bible studies, home visits, and village outreach. One by one, people gathered. Conversations turned into discipleship. And by God’s grace, a church was established in Tavua.

There were no grand beginnings—just faithful steps. Chairs arranged each week, hymns sung with sincerity, and prayers lifted in dependence on God. Yet through it all, the Lord began to work.

And He added.

Not just people—but transformed lives.

Children learning Scripture.
Youth growing in their faith.
Families discovering the hope found in Christ alone.

Through seasons of challenge, cultural adjustments, and even opposition, God has remained faithful—providing a place to worship, transportation to reach nearby villages, and open doors for continued ministry.

Today, that small beginning stands as a growing light in the community—a place where the Gospel is preached, believers are discipled, and lives are being changed.

This mission in Tavua is more than a church—it is a testimony that God still builds His work through simple faithfulness.

And in this corner of Fiji, the light continues to shine—a beacon for truth, pointing souls to Christ.

MERCADO FAMILY

I received Jesus Christ as my personal Lord and Saviour in Singapore in 1998, through the witness of my eldest sister. Raised in the faith, I have walked with the Lord from childhood and began serving actively at age 18. For 16 years, my life has been devoted to knowing God and making Him known. I order my life and family according to Scripture, seeing my home as my first ministry. My wife serves alongside me in soul winning, music, and choir leadership. Together, we seek to raise our children in the ways of the Lord. “But if any provide not for his own, and specially for those of his own house, he hath denied the faith, and is worse than an infidel.” — 1 Timothy 5:8 (KJV) “A bishop then must be blameless, the husband of one wife, vigilant, sober, of good behaviour, given to hospitality, apt to teach.” — 1 Timothy 3:2 (KJV) Since 2022, I have served under Senior Pastor Napoleon Aninion Cajipe, growing in character and ministry through varied experiences. My calling to serve as a missionary in Fiji flows from obedience to the Great Commission: “Go ye therefore, and teach all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, and of the Son, and of the Holy Ghost: Teaching them to observe all things whatsoever I have commanded you: and, lo, I am with you alway, even unto the end of the world. Amen.” — Matthew 28:19–20 (KJV) “For the love of Christ constraineth us; because we thus judge, that if one died for all, then were all dead: and that he died for all, that they which live should not henceforth live unto themselves, but unto him which died for them, and rose again.” — 2 Corinthians 5:14–15 (KJV) God has prepared me through my spiritual walk and professional background. I go not only as a preacher but as a servant ready to use all I am to be a blessing. My family and I stand ready to serve wholeheartedly, that lives may be transformed, churches established, and believers strengthened—all for God’s glory.

FELIPE FAMILY

A Testimony of Grace: The Story of Gilbert, Kristine, and Samuel

A Foundation of Faith

Our journey with Asia Grace Baptist Church (AGBC) began in March 2017 during the church’s first anniversary. It was there that I, Gilbert, was saved and baptized, quickly finding joy in serving wherever I was needed—from the music and choir ministries to transport, logistics, cleaning, and ushering.

While working as a Grab driver, the Lord gave me the flexibility to serve closely alongside Pastor Nap. My eyes were truly opened to the reality of World Missions during our mission trips. A pivotal part of my growth was serving with the AGBC Malaysia Outreach Missions team, led by Missionary Ian and Sister Priscilla Sapida, from 2019 to 2020. It was through these experiences that I felt a profound urge to surrender my life to full-time ministry as a reliable worker for God’s Kingdom.

 Trials and God’s Timing

The path for Kristine and me has not been without its challenges. We were classmates in Bible school and married in 2020, just as the pandemic began. We endured a painful year-and-a-half separation due to travel restrictions, and later faced the heartbreak of a miscarriage in 2023. Yet, we found God’s grace to be sufficient. Three months later, He blessed us with our son, Samuel—whose name means “God has heard.” We have learned that His timing is always superior to our own.

The Saturday Outreach Ministry

In February 2025, after my graduation from Bible school, Pastor Nap entrusted our family with the leadership of the Saturday Outreach Ministry in Singapore . Our mission is clear: we are not looking for titles, but for souls. Every Saturday, the soulwinning ministry—including Preachers Jaff and Klint together with faithful and dedicated brethren—goes soul-winning to provide a spiritual home for workers whose schedules prevent them from attending traditional Sunday services .

We are not just building a ministry; we are seeing God build lives. We are encouraged by the faithful attendance of new believers like Arlyn, Lhen,  Leilanie and Ashley.

A Call to Faithfulness

Like the missions that came before us, our story is a quiet declaration that God builds His church through humble obedience and hearts fully yielded to Him . We ask for your prayers as we labor in His harvest field.

Grace brought us here. Grace sustains us still. And by grace, we will continue on abounding more than ever in the work of the Lord!

LEONG FAMILY

CAOILI FAMILY

A Brief History of the Ministry

After being unable to return to our ministry in a restricted access nation due to the pandemic, the Lord opened a door for us to serve. Our sending church, AGBC, officially sent us in March 2023. By God’s grace, we were able to minister to the people and assist a local Baptist Church in some capacity. We formally launched AGBC Nepal on January 19, 2024.

We celebrated our 2nd church mission anniversary in January 2026 and continue to pray for the Lord’s work in this predominantly Hindu and Buddhist nation, trusting Him to expand His kingdom in Nepal.