The Brigade, Philippines - BBPh
The Brigade, Philippines - BBPh was established in January year 2010. This organization is a non stock-non profit organization that aims to achieve the BB object among the children and youth in the Philippines. The Brigade, Philippines falls under the umbrella of an international organization called The Boys' Brigade Asia. There are various countries which are also under the said organization that hosts brigade ministry as well. These are Singapore, Malaysia, Hong Kong, Indonesia, Macau, Brunei, and Thailand.
Brigade Objective
The advancement of Christ's kingdom among Boys and Girls and the promotion of habits of Obedience, Reverence, Discipline, Self-Respect and all that tends towards a true Christian character.
Brigade Motto
"Sure & Stedfast"
When designing the Brigade's motto and crest, Sir William Alexander Smith referred directly to Hebrews 6:19 in the King James Version of the Bible, "Which hope we have as an anchor of the soul, both sure and stedfast..."
When designing the Brigade's motto and crest, Sir William Alexander Smith referred directly to Hebrews 6:19 in the King James Version of the Bible, "Which hope we have as an anchor of the soul, both sure and stedfast..."
Brigade Prayer
"Bless oh God The Brigade, and give to it greater power to advance Thy kingdom throughout the world. Grant in Thy mercies that every member past and present, may prove steadfast in their fight against evil and true in their allegiance to Thee. Help us in times of temptations, faithfulness in duty, loyalty in friendship, and finally by Thy mercy bring us into Thine everlasting kingdom through Jesus Christ our Lord. Amen.
Sections
Pre Junior Section - ages 6-8 or Grades 1-3
Junior Section - ages 9-11 or Grades 4-6
Senior Section - ages 12-17 or Grades 7-12
Primer Section - ages 18-21 or College/University students
Junior Section - ages 9-11 or Grades 4-6
Senior Section - ages 12-17 or Grades 7-12
Primer Section - ages 18-21 or College/University students