A new beginning in Cagayan de Oro
Frank and Nelly Ottesen arrived in the Philippines with their son, following years of preparation.
An ordinary beginning.
An enduring purpose.
A Norwegian–Filipino family, a calling to Christian media and a new home in Cagayan de Oro.
Nelly, Timothy & Frank Ottesen
FRANK & NELLY OTTESENFaith that became
Faith that became
a shared vision.
CBCFI began with the vision of Frank Ottesen, from Norway, and Nelly Ottesen, from the Philippines. The family arrived in Cagayan de Oro in 1996 and began their work from a rented house.
With the help of people who shared their Christian calling, a television ministry took shape. The first test broadcast followed in May 1997.
The ministry’s purpose was to bring the gospel through television and radio, strengthen Christian faith and connect churches across denominational boundaries.
Mission and statement of faithMILESTONES IN THE STORY1996 1997 2000
A vision, taking shape.
The vision goes on air
The first test broadcast took place in May, initially under the name Asian Christian Broadcasting Channel Network.
A foundation for the mission
Christian Broadcasting Channel Foundation, Inc. was registered on 23 May 2000, according to its published history.
PEOPLE BEHIND THE MINISTRYMany hands.
Many hands.
A shared heart.
The people featured on CBCFI’s staff page,
alongside its intercessors and ministry partners.
Rosalyn C. Llanasa
CBCFI team
Eric John C. Baal
CBCFI team
Alberto T. Llanasa
CBCFI team
Gemma Pacheco
CBCFI teamA SHARED MISSIONThere’s a place for you
There’s a place for you
in this story.
A conversation, a partnership, a word of encouragement.
We would love to hear from you.