After 25 years apart, the Commonwealth Seventh-day Adventist Reform in Quezon City has rejoined the Seventh-day Adventist Church, following a 2025 reconciliation process centered on prayer, trust-building, and pastoral care.

The return of the Commonwealth congregation marks the culmination of a long and intentional reconciliation process that began in early 2025. The initiative started when three individuals expressed their desire to return to the mainstream Seventh-day Adventist Church. This development prompted Pastor Sammy Jamila and the East Fairview Church board to take action, carefully identifying relationships within the independent congregation and opening opportunities for dialogue.

Rather than enforcing immediate organizational changes, the approach focused on spiritual restoration. Prayer became central, with individuals included in regular church petitions, while pastoral visits created space for listening and understanding. Pastor Jamila established a consistent presence, engaging members, hearing their stories, and fostering trust among groups with diverse backgrounds formed during the 25-year separation.

As the process progressed, unity gradually replaced division. Pastor Jamila emphasized that the reconciliation was not his own work but part of God’s leading, allowing healing and openness to take place. This relational approach eventually led to the congregation’s formal reintegration.

The official organization was led by Pastor Rene C. Montoya, Executive Secretary of the Central Luzon Conference. In his message, he highlighted that church organization is not merely administrative but mission-driven and remain faithful to its Adventist Identity. Pastor Ramon Trebucias also reinforced this by reviewing the fundamental beliefs of the church, ensuring members’ renewed commitment.

The congregation demonstrated this commitment through spiritual decisions: 13 individuals were baptized, 10 were rebaptized, and 32 joined through profession of faith. Leaders such as Elder Nestor Nano expressed joy over the reunion, while Elder Joven Pangilinan affirmed their responsibility to remain faithful and united moving forward.