Whispers at Midnight Part 2

On September 22, 2025, we met Nanay Lucy for the first time. I still remember the image clearly. She looked physically weak and exhausted from years of pain. She could neither stand nor walk. Severe swelling in her feet, caused by an old fracture and arthritis, had kept her confined inside her home for years. Little by little, her condition had affected not only her body but also her spirit.

When we visited her house, we initially came to check her blood pressure and blood sugar levels. But beyond physical care, we wanted to offer something deeper: presence, compassion, and prayer. As we gently massaged her feet and assessed her condition, we encouraged her and listened to her story.

With tears in her eyes, she quietly said, “I just want to stand again. Even just once, on my own.”

That moment stayed with me.

We assured her that we would continue praying for her. Like someone we had previously ministered to, we committed to including Nanay Lucy in our midnight prayers. We specifically prayed that God would give her the strength to stand within one month.

Then something happened that I still struggle to explain without getting emotional.

Nanay Lucy stood up.

For the first time in years, she was able to rise to her feet. Soon after, she began taking steps with assistance. Day by day, we continued visiting her despite our busy schedules. We massaged her feet, prayed with her, and simply showed up. What started as an act of service slowly became a shared journey of faith.

At the beginning, even the lightest touch caused her pain. Her right leg and knee had become numb, almost unresponsive. But over time, the swelling began to lessen. Sensation returned. Strength returned. Eventually, she could walk again, sometimes even with only a cane for support.

Witnessing Nanay Lucy’s healing taught me a lesson I never want to forget: God often works through what seems small and ordinary. We sometimes expect miracles to arrive in dramatic ways, but I learned that healing can begin through simple acts—a prayer, a listening ear, a gentle touch, or simply showing up for someone consistently.

This experience reminded me that ministry is not always about grand gestures. Sometimes, love looks like sitting beside someone, making time when life feels busy, and choosing to care anyway.

In a world obsessed with big moments and instant results, I realized that God still moves through small acts done with great love. And sometimes, the smallest touch can become the beginning of someone’s miracle—and yours too.

Name: Rosana Sulhayan (Ysang) AND Alisha Khatri (ALI) I 64th Batch 1000MM

Mission field: New Loon, Asuncion Davao Del Norte