Life Builder Fellowship to subsidize the SSS contributions of church volunteers

Photo shows Social Security System (SSS) Vice President for Luzon Central 2 Division Gloria Corazon M. Andrada (4th from left) and Life Builder Fellowship Head Pastor Jesus L. Bagasin Jr. (3rd from left) sealed an agreement in Calumpit, Bulacan last 9 May 2025, making the church organization the first contribution subsidy provider in Central Luzon. Joining them are (from left) Elder Jovito J. Calalang, Elder Frederick C. Candelaria, SSS Malolos Branch Acting Head Chelin Lea D. Nabong and Assistant Branch Head Ellen M. Arellano.

CALUMPIT, BULACAN – The Social Security System (SSS) and Life Builder Fellowship formally sealed a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) under the Contribution Subsidy Provider Program (CSPP).

SSS Vice President for Luzon Central 2 Division Gloria Corazon Andrada said that Life Builder Fellowship pledged to sponsor the monthly SSS contributions of an initial group of ten dedicated volunteers for a minimum of six months, with plans to extend the support to more volunteers in the future.

“Many volunteers generously give their time and effort without any compensation,” Andrada said. “Through partnerships like this, we ensure that no one is left behind when it comes to social protection,” she added.

Once the CSPP beneficiaries meet the qualifying conditions, they will now gain access to SSS benefits such as sickness, maternity, disability, retirement, death and funeral, including loan privileges such as salary and calamity loan.

“Life Builder Fellowship’s effort reflects the church’s holistic mission—providing not only spiritual guidance but also the long-term financial stability of its members through active social security membership. Their strong dedication in advancing social welfare is truly commendable,” Andrada said.

Life Builder Fellowship’s Head Pastor Jesus Bagasin Jr. expressed his support for the initiative, stating, “We believe that serving God should not come at the cost of one’s future. By taking responsibility for our volunteers’ SSS contributions, we are not only fostering their spiritual growth but also securing their financial future. This is our way of honoring those who have tirelessly served the church and the broader community,” Bagasin concluded.

The CSPP is a key initiative of the SSS designed to extend social protection to informal workers, low-income earners, and other vulnerable sectors. The program works by engaging individuals, organizations, or institutions willing to subsidize contributions on behalf of these members. #