Why Do We Go?
Harvest Time Temple Ministry was established in Bohol in 1975 through Pastor Cecilio Balbin’s faithful preaching of the Gospel. After his passing in 2017, leadership continued through his son, Pastor Michael Balbin, carrying the vision forward. What began as one church has grown into 18 churches, over 10 house churches, and a community of around 2,000 believers. Many of these churches are located in remote and hard-to-reach areas, where pastors and leaders remain committed to sharing the Gospel and serving their communities with joy and perseverance. For over 50 years, God has been faithful, and we have the opportunity to come alongside what He is already doing.
Our Response
We will support their ministry through church beautification projects, refreshing multiple locations so they can remain places of hope and worship. We will also invest in the next generation by ministering to students at Blessed Harvest Christian Institute—sharing the gospel and encouraging them in their faith. In addition, we will pour into pastors and leaders by hosting a one-day conference focused on encouragement, prayer, and spiritual refreshing, believing that healthy leaders strengthen the church.
Trip Leaders
Brad Tarbuskovich & Sheila Genolaga
Please note all trips require a background check during the application process.
Application
We believe when people engage in service, it leads to life change. Our short-term trips provide opportunities for people to serve together in various locations around the world. Our belief is that as people chose to serve, whether in one of our churches, in the local community, or around the world, the impact of that service will change lives—for those serving, for the people they serve, and even for those that see them choosing to give their time to help someone else.
For those of you who have not gotten involved, we hope this will be the year you choose to begin a lifestyle of service. And to those who are serving, we just want to say thank you. You are the reason the mission is being accomplished.