"When the sun goes down in Cebu the sidewalks turn into something that looks more like a homeless shelter than a walk way. People collect whatever they can find for bedding and go to sleep while dozens of "rich" folks pass by as if the homeless don't even exist.

Many times, I would find myself doing the same thing the upper class Filipinos did. "Just keep walking and try not to look," I would tell myself as I tried to come up with some excuse for not stopping to offer a few pesos, a snack or even just a hug.    "

..,some untold stories from last year's (2008) mission trip to the Philippines..,

 Stories from the Field: Street Kids and Mudhole Ministry

Often called the "Queen City of the South" and the Seat of Christianity in the Philippines, Cebu is the country's oldest city. Exploring Cebu City, one encounters a rich historic past. Cebuanos are extremely proud of their cultural and historical heritage, a legacy which has endured thru the centuries from the time the great explorer Ferdinand Magellan first planted the cross on Cebu's shore.

Among the culture of islands and islets that comprise the Visayas, one province stands out: Cebu, a unique blend of tropical paradise and business haven,

Cebu City is a highly urbanized metropolitan area with all of the amenities you in a modern city. From first class hotels to budget pension houses, high-end dining to cheap eats, shopping malls with international brands to inexpensive local markets, entertainment, nightlife, it's all here combined with a laid-back, relaxed, and friendly atmosphere.

Adventure travel and an active lifestyle- The year-around tropical weather allows you to enjoy your favorite hobbies and sports without interruption.                                                                            

         In order to redefine culture, one must understand what culture was before. In order to move freely into my future I must understand my past and how it is affecting my present.

Isabel Maldonado

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