By Karren Jay G. Asgar

CPU celebrates National Baptist Day and reaffirms its commitment to faith and service in an official statement posted on its Facebook page yesterday, January 8, 2026.

Central Philippine University (CPU) joined the Baptist community across the country in the observance of National Baptist Day, recognizing the enduring and significant contributions of Baptists to Philippine nation-building.

National Baptist Day is a special working holiday in the Philippines, celebrated annually on the second Thursday of January, and established under Republic Act No. 11897, also known as the National Baptist Day Act.

In a statement posted on its official Facebook page, the University said, “As a Baptist-founded and faith-centered university, Central Philippine University renews its commitment to remain rooted in Faith, formed by Character, guided by Justice, faithful in Stewardship, and driven by Excellence. We honor the legacy entrusted to us and reaffirm our calling to serve God and country through Christian education and transformative leadership.”

CPU President Rev. Dr. Ernest Howard B. Dagohoy delivered a keynote address at the Lambunao Circuit of Baptist Churches (LCBC), as part of the said celebration and highlighted the continuing impact of Baptist institutions in shaping leaders and serving communities.

The University also expressed thanksgiving for the Baptist witness in the country, noting in its statement, “On this National Baptist Day, we give thanks for the Baptist witness in the Philippines and pray that God will continue to guide, strengthen, and use the Baptist community as an instrument of blessing to the nation.”

The observance of National Baptist Day also serves as a time for reflection and thanksgiving, highlighting the continuing impact of Baptist churches and institutions in education, healthcare, and community development nationwide.