Lives changed. Hearts renewed. Sins forgiven. Relationships restored.

Our Encounter with God Retreat was held on June 22nd - 23rd at the Echo Lake Bible Camp in Fort Qu’appelle, SK. We were joined by delegates not only from JIL Regina, but from JIL Saskatoon and JIL Yorkton as well. We praise God for the continuous expansion of His Kingdom here in Saskatchewan!

Our speakers for this retreat were Ptr. Bong Palon (JIL Regina), Ptr. Jake Esperanza (JIL Saskatoon), Ptr. George Dela Rosa (JIL Winnipeg), as well as SK church leaders Bro. Reb Lucero, Sis. Rowena Roduta, and Sis. Joy Esperanza. With the anointing of the Holy Spirit, these speakers were able to deliver powerful messages during the sessions that truly allowed the presence of God to move and manifest in their midst.

Inside the EGR sanctuary, a cross stood in the front. As it has been done in the previous EGRs, each delegate would be given a nail and they are to stick this nail at the bottom of the cross. This was done so that each delegate would be able to identify with what Jesus has done for them. This year, however, it was done with a little twist. Before sticking the nail on the cross, each delegate was asked to hold their respective nail as tightly as possible and press it against their palms as hard as they can, without inflicting any wound of injury. By doing this, the delegates were able to get a tiny glimpse of the pain Jesus went through as he fulfilled His greatest sacrifice. According to them, they were able to internalize this sacrifice on a deeper level and became more grateful of what Jesus has done for their salvation.

On the second and last day of the retreat, each delegate was asked to pick a “new” name. Such names include “Warrior,” “Conqueror,” “Compassionate,” and "Preacher.” This was done because as each delegate encounters God, they become a new creation. Therefore, this “new” name is what each delegate will from now on profess. The commissioning was then led by Ptr. George Dela Rosa, where the Holy Spirit fully had His way in the hearts and soul of the delegates. There was emotional and spiritual healing, restoration of relationships, and deliverance from repeated attacks of the enemy all because of the mighty name of Jesus!​

As the delegates and the EGR committee returned to the city, they were welcomed by our brothers and sisters in faith at the JIL Church Regina sanctuary. It was a cause for celebration! Our brothers and sisters then got a chance to hear the EGR delegates’ testimonies. How God fully exceeded their expectations of this retreat and renewed their hearts and minds. They are now ready for the greater things to come! All glory is endlessly Yours!

​The 2nd annual Leadership Empowerment and Advancement Program (LEAP) was a two-day summit held on May 31st at the JIL Church Regina sanctuary and on June 1st at the Travelodge Hotel. Both workers and leaders from JIL Regina and JIL Saskatoon were in attendance. We were blessed to have several WCR pastors and leaders as guest speakers as well as provide support for the event. These pastors include Ptr. Jake Esperanza of JIL Saskatoon, Ptr. George Dela Rosa of JIL Winnipeg, Ptr. Pol Narido of JIL Edmonton, as well as Ptr. Alberto Nuguid, Sis. Gi Emas, Ptr. Rannie Adela, and Ptr. Amor Adela of JIL British Columbia.

Photos taken during JIL Saskatchewan's 21st Anniversary on March 31, 2013.