Where It
All Started
Lifegiver Church is a church that loves God, loves people, and makes disciples. What began in 1995 in a small garage in Cubao, Quezon City, Philippines—with just 25 to 30 believers—has grown through unwavering commitment and passionate love for Jesus. Under the leadership of Bishop Manny Santiago, his wife Rev. Helen, and their daughters Faythe, Lovely, Keeneth, and Mitchelle (all of which are now serving as Lifegiver church pastors), Lifegiver Church has flourished into 31 churches and 50 satellites, reaching over 4,000 members across the Philippines, Canada, and Japan.
From the beginning, Lifegiver has carried a God-given vision to produce millions of disciples who love God, love people, and make disciples—a vision that continues to guide every church plant, ministry, and mission. With this same heartbeat, Lifegiver remains committed to bringing the life-giving message of Jesus to the nations.
Our United Kingdom church in Reading, England is part of this growing international family. In a time when many people in the UK are longing for genuine faith, positive relationships, and real spiritual growth, we believe God has called Lifegiver Church UK to bring a fresh expression of church—one that is relational, intentional, Spirit-led, and rooted in the truth of God’s Word.
As a Christian church in the UK, Lifegiver Church adheres to a full-gospel, Bible-based discipleship program for families; that is tightly knitted; that leads to a higher and balanced spirituality; and that seeks to make a cutting-edge, positive impact on society. This is more than just starting another church; it’s about building a spiritual home for people who are seeking hope, belonging, and life transformation through Jesus Christ.
Meet our
Lifegroup
Leaders
Jed and Mitch are the Lifegroup Coaches and pioneering leaders of Lifegiver Church UK.
Born and raised in Christian homes in the Philippines, both Jed and Mitch share a familiar story — raised, lost, and found. Through God’s grace, they found their way back to a deep and personal relationship with Jesus, and their hearts were set ablazed with a desire to help others know Him too.
Before moving to the United Kingdom in 2019, Jed received a clear word from the Lord: “Build My Church.” He didn’t know when or how that would happen, but the call never left his heart. In 2024, before moving from London to Reading, England, the Lord gave His direction to them — “Get something bigger.” It was a step of faith that set the stage for what God was about to do next.
In June 2025, Jed and Mitch connected with Bishop Manny Santiago, founder of Lifegiver Church Philippines, who also received a word from the Lord to build more churches and had since begun planting churches beyond the Philippines. With Bishop Manny’s loving oversight and the full support of Lifegiver Central, Lifegiver UK was born — a Christ-centered church community where people could encounter Jesus, find family, and grow as disciples.
Both Jed and Mitch are church ministry leaders back in the Philippines and are deeply passionate about making disciples. Jed loves drinking coffee, reading books, and basketball, while Mitch loves to eat out, and creating resources to help churches share the gospel. Together, they are blessed parents to two wonderful children — Ezekiel, their joyful son, and Samuel, their sweet baby girl, who fill their home with laughter and reminders of God’s goodness.
For Jed and Mitch, this church plant isn’t just a calling — it’s their family’s act of obedience to God’s heart for the United Kingdom. Their prayer is simple: that Lifegiver Church UK would become a home where people are loved, discipled, and led closer to Jesus — one life at a time.
Our
Mission
We exist to love God and love people by making disciples across campuses, cities, and nations so that every generation experiences revival and transformation in Christ.
Our
Vision
We see generations ignited in the Philippines and across the world with the Gospel of Jesus Christ.
Our
Core Values
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We seek God daily through prayer, worship, and His Word, honoring Him with focus, discipline, and a respectful heart.
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We reach people with the Gospel, meeting their needs, and helping them know Christ through evangelism, discipleship, prayer, and practical care.
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We value our spouse, children, and parents through quality time, support, intentional care, and bringing our family closer to God.
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We protect relationships by honoring leaders, avoiding gossip, resolving issues properly, and working together as one team with respect and appreciation.
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We are honest and faithful, honor commitments, stewarding finances with honesty and transparency, uphold purity, and own our mistakes.
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We give freely through tithes, offerings, blessing others, meeting needs, and sharing resources to support the church and those in need.
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We live by being led and empowered by the Holy Spirit, seeking God in prayer and worship, sharing spiritual gifts, demonstrating the fruit of the Spirit, and following His direction in every decision.
Our
Statement
of Faith
What We Believe
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In essential beliefs – we have unity.
“There is one body and one Spirit… there is one Lord, one faith, one baptism, and one God and Father of us all…” Ephesians 4:4-6
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In non-essential beliefs – we have liberty.​
“Accept him whose faith is weak, without passing judgment on disputable matters… Who are you to judge someone else’s servant? To his own master he stands or falls… So thern each of us will give an account of himself to God…
So whatever you believe about these things 9s6keep between yourself and God.” Romans 14:1, 4, 12, 22
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In all our beliefs – we show charity​.​
“If I have the gift of prophecy and can fathom all mysteries and all knowledge, and if I have a faith that can move mountains, but do not have love, I am nothing.” 1 Corinthians 13:2
The Essentials We Believe
About God
God is the Creator​ and Ruler​ of​ the universe. He is eternally existing in three Persons; the Father​ ,​ the Son​,​ and the Holy Spirit.​ These three are co-equal as one God (Genesis 1:1, 26, 27, 3:22; Psalm 90; Matthew 28:19; 1 Peter 1:2; 2 Corinthians 13:14)
About Jesus Christ
Jesus Christ is the Son of God​. He is ​co-equal​ with the Father. Jesus lived ​a sinless​ human life and offered Himself as​ the perfect sacrifice for the sins of all people by dying on a cross. He arose from the dead after three days to demonstrate His power over sin and death. He ascended to Heaven’s glory and will return again someday to earth to reign as King of kings and Lord of lords (Matthew 16:16; Matthew 1:22, 23; Isaiah 9:6; John 1:1-5; John 14:10-30; Hebrews 4:14, 15; 1 Corinthians 15:3, 4; Romans 1:3, 4; Acts 1:9-11; 1 Timothy 6:14, 15; Titus 2:13).
About the Holy Spirit
The Holy Spirit is co-equal with the Father and the Son of God. He is present in the world to make men aware of their need for Jesus Christ. He also lives in every Christian from the moment of salvation. He provides the Christian with power for living, ​ understanding of spiritual truth​, and ​guidance in doing what is right. He gives every believer spiritual gift once they are saved. As Christians we seek to live under His control daily (2 Corinthians 3:17; John 16:7-13, 14:16:17; Acts 1:8; 1 Corinthians 2:12, 3:16; Ephesians 1:13; Galatians 5:25; Ephesians 5:18).
About the Bible
The Bible is God’s Word to us. It was written by human authors, under the supernatural guidance​ of the Holy Spirit. It is the​ supreme source of truth of Christian beliefs and living. Because it is inspired by God, it is the truth without any mixture of​ error (2​ Timothy 3:16; 2 Peter 1:20, 21; 2 Timothy 1:13; Psalm 119:105, 12:6; Proverbs 30:5).
About Human Beings
People are made in the spiritual image​ of God, to be like Him in character. People are the supreme object of God’s creation.​ Although every person has the tremendous potential in doing good but all of us are marred by an attitude of disobedience toward God called “sin”. This attitude separates people from God and causes many problems in life (Genesis 1:27; Psalm 8:3-6; Isaiah 53:6a; Romans 3:23; Isaiah 59:1,2).
About Salvation
Salvation is God’s free gift​ to us, but we must accept it. We can never make up for our sins by self-improvement or good​ works. One will be saved from sin’s penalty by trusting​ in Jesus Christ. When we turn from our self-ruled lives and turn to Jesus in faith, we are saved. Eternal life begins the moment one receives Jesus and repents from his sin (Romans 6:23; Ephesians 2:8, 9).
About Last Things
There is second life​, which is in heaven’s for all who receive Him as Savior, but eternal damnation to those who reject​ Him (2 Corinthians 5:1; 1 Corinthians 12:12-14; 2 Corinthians 11:2)
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We believe that Jesus Christ will one day physically and visibly return to earth for the second time to establish His​ kingdom (Revelation 1:7; Matthew 24:30; 1 Thessalonians 4:15-17;​ 2 Thessalonians 1:7-8).
About The Church
We believe in the Church, the Body of Christ​ which is made up of all true believers of the Lord​ Jesus Christ, whether dead or living (Ephesians 1:22, 23; Ephesians 5:25-27; 1 Corinthians 12:12-14; 2 Corinthians 11:2).
About Christian Living
We believe that all believers are commissioned to proclaim the Gospel​ to all mankind and to be faithful disciples of Christ​ (Mark 16:15; 2 Corinthians 5:19-20; Matthew 28:19-20)
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