THE Kingdom of Jesus Christ (KOJC) compound is described as a peaceful and happy place for its missionaries, who consider these sacred sites their home. However, the area was reportedly violated by PNP-SAF and CIDG personnel during a raid on June 10. There are even reports that armed police may return to the compound.
Repeated visitors to KOJC, known as Banateros, see no reason for another raid.
It is also not unlikely that there could be planted or fabricated evidence against KOJC if a second wave of armed police raids occurs.
“So now, if the police do enter the KOJC compound and find any guns, bullets, or drugs, it’s likely that the evidence was planted. We have been patrolling the compound every day for the past three days, and we haven’t seen anything suspicious. So, if they do find anything, it’s definitely planted,” according to Master Judea ANCHOR, SMNI.
In addition to his personal visits to the KOJC compound, Master Judea shared a unique story from his brief stay there.
“And let me just share this with you, my friends. I’m not a member of KOJC, and I’m no expert on the meaning of dreams. I told Coach Oli about this dream I had when we woke up. I dreamed about Pastor Apollo C. Quiboloy—it’s true, no joke, I swear—I told Coach Oli earlier. In the dream, he asked us how we were doing, and then he was singing a praise song. I don’t know what it means, but I just wanted to share it with you,” Master Judea added.
PNP should focus on scattered criminals, not KOJC—Boss Dada
Boss Dada shared his experience of staying at the KOJC compound to join the monitoring efforts with the missionaries, due to information that the PNP might raid the compound again.
“During the days I’ve been here at the compound, with intel suggesting that they might raid again, I thought I was prepared. But every night, as we kept watch and waited, I felt immense pressure. I can only imagine how the KOJC members feel, having endured this since June 10, with daily encounters and police in full battle gear patrolling outside,” stated Boss Dada, Anchor, SMNI.
Boss Dada said he cannot fully understand why, despite the trauma experienced by the missionaries from the armed police, they continue to show bravery and unity.
He pointed out that there are far more criminals outside the KOJC who should be the focus of the PNP instead of targeting the innocent members of KOJC.
“I really can’t understand how these people can remain so brave and smiling while we, even though we go back to our hotel in the morning, still can’t sleep. We constantly feel that something might happen at any moment. For us outsiders, it’s hard to explain the feeling. For those who have done nothing but pray and fulfill their duties, it’s even more unimaginable. So, to the police, please show some mercy. There are many criminals outside who deserve your attention more. The people here are kind,” Boss Dada added.
Innocent children at KOJC should not be involved by armed police—Coach Oli
Coach Oli highlighted the significant disruption, damage, and trauma caused to the children by the police since the initial raid on June 10. He pleaded for the police not to involve the innocent children any further.
“Please don’t involve the children. Remember, this compound is their home. Many children live here. Have some conscience. If you want to arrest someone, do it properly. You’ve already caused enough disruption. Two people have died, and you haven’t even checked on their families. You pointed guns, restrained people, and took their phones so they couldn’t record. Is that what the law is supposed to be? I thought the law was meant to protect. This is traumatizing for the children. Think about if this were happening to your own kids. You’d probably be devastated,” according to Coach Oli, Anchor, SMNI.
Coach Oli, a father himself, questioned how the children could maintain respect for police officers who have violated their sanctuary.
“Remember, these children are the future of the Philippines. If this is all they know and grow up with, will they ever respect the police? We hear that some want to become police officers, but because of what they’ve seen, their view of the police has changed. Can we blame them? We can’t blame the people. Many are witnessing what’s happening now. In the end, I leave all the injustices happening in KOJC, especially to the affected children, to God,” Coach Oli added.
In the end, he entrusted all the injustices happening at the KOJC, especially those affecting the children due to the violent police raids, to God.
“I don’t know how this will be resolved. But of course, we rely on God. We will keep praying. There’s talk of a second wave. Let’s pray for the youth, especially the children here, that they won’t be affected,” he ended.
