Ruth P. Billena

Rev. Dr. Ruth Panganiban-Billena is a prominent leader and ordained minister within the United Church of Christ in the Philippines (UCCP). She served as a Senior Pastor of UCCP Ellinwood-Malate Church and also notably served as the Conference Minister for the Lowland Cavite and South Manila Conference (LCSMC). She remains a highly active speaker, author, and theological contributor for the church.Key aspects of her ministry and contributions include:Theological Leadership: She is a recognized contributor to UCCP faith literature, having authored commentaries such as those found in the church's study guide, Unless a Seed Falls and Dies.Youth Ministry: Rev. Dr. Billena has been a long-time advocate and guest speaker for the UCCP's National Christian Youth Fellowship (CYF), often speaking at regional fellowships and leadership events.Active Preaching: She is frequently invited to minister and preach as a guest pastor at various UCCP congregations, such as the Cosmopolitan Church and the UCCP Greenbreeze congregation.