Pangasinenses can now have a treat of the famed Encounter God Retreat (EGR) in their own province when the EGR Pangasinan Network opens its first ever EGR on February 19 and 20, 2007 at the Villa Narcisa Vinoya Resort located in Poblacion, Labrador, Pangasinan.

This EGR is a cooperative effort of a number of Pangasinan pastors and lay leaders headed by Ptr. Charlie Loranza of the Solid Rock Bible Congregation.  Together with him are other pastors from Pangasinan, Zambales and Manila.

Pastor Charlie has also sought the blessing of the Pangasinan Alliance of Ministerial Associations Now in Action (PAMANA) of which he is currently the coordinator for district 2.  A memorandum of agreement (MOA) is to be signed soon by Ptr. Charlie and PAMANA Chairman Rev. Rodelio Javien.

This Encounter God Retreat (EGR) is an activity with several nature depending on the individual situation of a delegate.  If a delegate is one who is spiritually down, the EGR is a revival experience.  If a delegate is struggling spiritually, the EGR is a source of hope and strength.  If a delegate is confused especially about a calling, the EGR is an instrument of enlightenment.  If a delegate is a pastor or church leader, the EGR is a trigger of vision and a spark plug for church growth.  If a delegate is sick, the EGR is a channel of divine healing.  If a delegate is financially burdened, the EGR could be key to financial freedom.  If a delegate is in a state of blessing and joy, the EGR is an occasion for further joy and to share joy to many who seek joy in their lives.  The EGR is a unique activity for every kind of believer whatever his/her circumstances may be.

Requirements for the EGR include the following:

1. The delegate should be a believer.
2. The delegate should have gone through the Pre-Encounter Program (PEP).
3. The delegate should register with the Secretariat.  Registration is Php500.

Requirement #2 is basic and if a registered delegate has not gone through the PEP, he/she shall be automatically disqualified. 

For more details, inquire from your head pastor or contact Ptr. Charlie at cell no. 09203290415.  You may also ask through this site.  Click on the comment button and log in your queries.