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| Some of the beliefs of the ''Iglesia ni Cristo'' are that: There is only one true God, the Father (John 17:1,3), and Christ was a man sent by God as a mediator between men and God (I Tim 2:5), the Bible is the sole basis for spiritual guidance, and one needs to be commissioned (Romans 10:15) by ] in order to preach pristine Gospel of ] and ] was sent to reestablish the original ] mentioned in the ] (Acts 20:28, ]) in modern times and was given the sole authority to evangelize ] teachings and commandments. | Some of the beliefs of the ''Iglesia ni Cristo'' are that: There is only one true God, the Father (John 17:1,3), and Christ was a man sent by God as a mediator between men and God (I Tim 2:5), the Bible is the sole basis for spiritual guidance, and one needs to be commissioned (Romans 10:15) by ] in order to preach pristine Gospel of ] and ] was sent to reestablish the original ] mentioned in the ] (Acts 20:28, ]) in modern times and was given the sole authority to evangelize ] teachings and commandments. | ||
| There are three organizations in the Church, with all members belonging to one: | |||
| Binhi, meaning "seed" for ages 0-18 | |||
| Kadiwa, meaning "youth with pure intent" for unmarried members 18 and over | |||
| Buklod, meaning "united in marriage" for all married members. | |||
| Each organization has monthly meetings (on average) and there, relays messages from the administration and seeks to increase fellowship and unity between brethren. | |||
| The INC has its central office in New Era, ] and is currently being administered by the founder's heirs, Felix Manalo's son, ] and grandson, ]. The church owns and operates the ], New Era Hospital (both near the headquarters in Diliman), and broadcasts its religious programs with its own stations such as DZEC AM radio and the NET-25 television station under its Eagle Broadcasting Corporation. | The INC has its central office in New Era, ] and is currently being administered by the founder's heirs, Felix Manalo's son, ] and grandson, ]. The church owns and operates the ], New Era Hospital (both near the headquarters in Diliman), and broadcasts its religious programs with its own stations such as DZEC AM radio and the NET-25 television station under its Eagle Broadcasting Corporation. | ||
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The Iglesia ni Cristo (INC, Filipino for Church of Christ) is a Christian sect originating in the Philippines. Noted for its distinctive church architecture of narrow pointed spires, it is a controversial organization that seeks to disestablish the doctrines of the Roman Catholic Church, which is the predominant religion in the country. The church, founded by Felix Manalo on July 27, 1914, claims to have been established by Jesus Christ in these last days through fulfilment of biblical prophecies and is a highly influential, tight knit organization that keeps close tabs of its membership.
The Iglesia ni Cristo has grown to more than two hundred congregations in over 84 countries outside the Philippines. The church doesn't disclose the exact number of members, but estimates place worldwide membership to 6 million, almost all of whom are of Filipino descent. The INC is possibly the second-largest single Christian religion in the Philippines. Its members are noted for its voting in block for the candidate whomever the church administrators decide in Philippine elections, making the church a powerful political influence.
Some of the beliefs of the Iglesia ni Cristo are that: There is only one true God, the Father (John 17:1,3), and Christ was a man sent by God as a mediator between men and God (I Tim 2:5), the Bible is the sole basis for spiritual guidance, and one needs to be commissioned (Romans 10:15) by God in order to preach pristine Gospel of Christ and Felix Manalo was sent to reestablish the original Church of Christ mentioned in the Bible (Acts 20:28, Lamsa) in modern times and was given the sole authority to evangelize Bible's teachings and commandments.
There are three organizations in the Church, with all members belonging to one:
Binhi, meaning "seed" for ages 0-18
Kadiwa, meaning "youth with pure intent" for unmarried members 18 and over
Buklod, meaning "united in marriage" for all married members.
Each organization has monthly meetings (on average) and there, relays messages from the administration and seeks to increase fellowship and unity between brethren.
The INC has its central office in New Era, Quezon City and is currently being administered by the founder's heirs, Felix Manalo's son, Erano G. Manalo and grandson, Eduardo V. Manalo. The church owns and operates the New Era University, New Era Hospital (both near the headquarters in Diliman), and broadcasts its religious programs with its own stations such as DZEC AM radio and the NET-25 television station under its Eagle Broadcasting Corporation.