Ptr. Edgar Manguinimba: 1st President, Kristiyanong Kabataan para sa Bayan - Dgte (1999-2000)

By: Clief Richard Burgos  

Who would have thought?   

A simple boy from the far-flung mountains of Butuan became the first president of the KKB Dumaguete chapter from 1999-2000. Never had been in his wildest imagination came the thought of becoming a leader of numerous city people. He knew nothing about the city culture. His journey began when, as a son of a Manobo Tribe leader, he rolled his sleeves and took the challenge of taking his venture to college. He started in Cebu, where he met a good friend who introduced him to the Jesus Is Lord Church, where he joined and was trained. Being part of the church's office personnel, he received tasks that molded him with principles that became useful in his destiny. 

Destined to be a leader?  

It was a question he gradually answered. A shy sojourner came to Dumaguete at last! He started his first semester as a scholar until he focused on studying with his family's full support. Taking the nautical course in college, he made many friends. He initiated a spiritual gathering inside a classroom at the Central Visayas Polytechnic College, the predecessor of Negros Oriental State University. The bubbly young man realized his potential and eventually became the KKB president. Standing on his favorite verse, Numbers 13:30, he quieted the doubt and led the KKB in conquests.  

Where is he now?  

The servant-leader chose the destiny to fulfill his calling rather than pursuing his personal ambitions. He became the husband of Ptra. Mardy P. Mangunimba and is gifted with beautiful twins. He pastors the JIL Bethel Church in Dumaguete and is very known for his servant spirit, teaching his disciples the ways of Jesus Christ described in Matthew 20:28 that “we are here to serve, not to be served."