Returning home: memories of a migrant worker

I have been in Israel since October 2006. As a care giver, my goal is one I shared with the majority of us, Filipino migrants, which is to augment our meager family income. Slowly along the way I have experienced how God touched my life. He brought me to the San Lorenzo Ruiz Community (one of the Filipino Catholic communities in Jerusalem), where I served for several years. Serving the Lord through this community was a fulfilling task. I learned many things that really molded me as a good Christian.

It was a wonderful experience to be a care giver in the Holy Land. I have learned the culture of the Jewish people, their beliefs and adjusted to their way of life and their tradition. Indulging in their good food was one of them. I have met different kinds of people from different walks of life; priests, sisters, deacons, brothers and the faithful.

I will never forget being there and thus able to see the beautiful Biblical places in Israel. I really thank the people whom I interfaced with and most importantly, I thank God for the opportunity. I may travel to other places in the future, but surely I will cherish and treasure my time in Israel for the rest of my life.