“By Philippine standard I am now a senior citizen” he stated with a big smile. Apostles and Bishops, their wives and many of his fellow co-workers came to Manila to celebrate, to share and have fellowship. However it was also work. A ministers and wives convention and strategic discussions were on the program besides an outing for the men of the very first hour. The District Apostle’s first bearer of blessing, today’s retired District Evangelist Yahata from Japan, retired Apostle David Thang from Myanmar and retired Bishop Suh from Korea enjoyed a day together and shared precious memories with each other; In hindsight thankful, in foresight hopeful.