Pastor Bien Llobrera

Author, Pastor, and Disciple-Maker

The Journey of Ministry

Pastor Bien's ministry began with a foundational year at Ebenezer Bible College in Zamboanga. This led to a significant season of student discipleship with The Navigators at the University of the Philippines (1964-1971).

Pastoral Service

1972–1988: First Baptist Church, Cavite City
1988–1990: Faith Filipino Fellowship, Sta. Ana, California
1990–1996: First Filipino Baptist Church, Pasadena, California
1996–2014: First Southern Baptist Church, Pasadena, California

He is the author of the Newlife Series for Evangelism, Discipleship & Missions (Books 1-14), which has been recently revised and expanded for 2026 to reach a new generation of believers.

Family & Legacy

Pastor Bien and Lolita Garcia were married in 1973, sharing 46 years of love and ministry until Lolita’s passing in 2019. Together, they raised three sons: Keryx, Kairos, and Kratos.

Though he retired from the formal pastorate in 2014, Pastor Bien remains active in his calling—writing Bible studies, devotionals, and sermons to be shared freely with the world.

In Loving Memory: Lolita G. Llobrera (1938–2019)

Lolita Garcia Llobrera lived a vibrant, bold life dedicated fully to education, mentorship, and Christ. Born in Cavite City, she underwent a powerful spiritual conversion at age 17, redirecting her life toward Christian education and theological study.

As a legendary English teacher and adviser of the school paper at Cavite National High School (1966–1972), she fiercely defended her students and intentionally nurtured their spiritual growth. Even during the volatile onset of Martial Law, her unwavering faith carried her peacefully through a mistaken military arrest and subsequent release within 24 hours.

In 1973, she entered a marriage beautifully orchestrated by God with Pastor Bien. For 46 years, she served as a multi-gifted partner in ministry—spearheading church administration, music, and youth work while raising their three sons. Her passion for teaching continued in the United States, where she taught ESL at Pasadena City College and Santa Ana Rancho Santiago Community College, impacting countless multicultural students with her legendary warmth and dedication until her peaceful passing in March 2019.

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