Pastor Charlie Loranza, head pastor of the Solid Rock Bible Congregation is now an ordained minister of God. Last March 18, 2007, on the occasion of his 36th birthday, Pastor Charlie received the ordaination blessings from no less than the first bishop of the FIFCOP Mission, Bishop John Tayoto.

Bishop John Tayoto explains a point in his message to the Solid Rock Bible Congregation members on the occasion of Pastor Charlie Loranza’s ordination.

Members of the SRBC listen intently to Bishop Tayoto’s inspiring delivery of God’s message.

Pastor Charlie and his flock look intently to God’s messenger, Bishop John Tayoto.

Pastor Jess Paragas (holding the folder), associate pastor to Pastor Charlie, reads the Board of Trustees’ Letter or Recommendation for the ordination of Pastor Charlie.

Bishop John Tayoto explains the seriousness of the ordination process as he prepares to pour the oil of ordination on Pastor Charlie.  Pastor Joel Maneclang, associate pastor to Pastor Charlie, holds the microphone for the bishop.

Bishop John Tayoto pours the oil of ordination on the head of newly ordained FIFCOP pastor, Rev. Charlie Loranza.

Newly ordained FIFCOP pastor, Rev. Charlie Loranza is speechless as he looks at the surprise gift (a 150cc Motorstar motorcycle) of the SRBC church on the occasion of his birthday and ordination day.

Pastor Charlie reacts with a wide and heartfelt smile after he realizes how much the church he serves and the God he loves have blessed his untiring service.