REFLECTIONS FROM MANILA WITH NXT MOVE

At a combined age of 140, we were delighted to be the “grandparents” of the NXT Move community—representing the older generation with joy. Having lived in Asia for almost 40 years, it thrilled us to have the gathering in Manila. Asia’s significance for the future of Christianity cannot be overstated—4.8 billion non-Christians, more than the rest of the world combined, and a median age of just 32.

We’ve always seen NXT Move as our tribe. Many in this community are like our spiritual children; the relationships here are precious.

This became real immediately. In the jeepney from the airport to the hotel, we met a young woman from Europe and a young Filipino pastor from Mindanao. Conversation flowed, and before long we were praying over the internet for his 15-month-old daughter.

This kind of fellowship continued throughout the week—in coffee lounges, at meals, and in worship. The gathering felt like a meeting of “sons and daughters,” new friends and dear old ones alike.

Our relationship with the East Asia team grew stronger with each roundtable, dinner, and shared moment. We made connections for the long-term and watched others join in, expanding the reach.

From Tuesday’s opening session, we sensed a theme of reproduction—over 200 people sowing seeds together from diverse backgrounds as a Kingdom family.

We were proud to introduce younger friends from Hong Kong, eager to see what God would do. The opening worship was stunning; “The Church” band set the atmosphere for what was to come. The Visioneering theme resonated with a vision we’d brought from our church about “uncharted waters.” We also carried an urgency: the time is now.

Ric Sun’s family moved us deeply. What began as “Why did they bring the kids?” became a beautiful glimpse of the future. John, as a father and grandfather, taking communion for the gathering was profoundly significant. Wednesday’s worship and devotions opened hearts for repentance and more. Listening to younger ones share their hearts filled us with joy. “NXTworking” was alive and well—tables connecting, sharing, and growing. Dinners became times of relationship-building, adding more people from Singapore and elsewhere. We spent time with Angelyn and the Singapore team, sharing life and experience. Evenings at Filipino, Japanese, and Korean restaurants became a rhythm of fellowship.

Thursday’s prayer room was a highlight. We prayed for healing, encouraged those in seasons of change, and saw answers by morning. Gen Z led a spontaneous worship session that was amazing to witness. Friday’s leadership breakout with Boshoff was significant. We shared about intergenerational importance using the 4x100m relay image. Then Boshoff spoke two words—“New Breed”—the same words we’d received in a prophecy in 2006. After nearly 20 years, we’re still looking for how God will unfold this vision. Open-table discussions on Friday afternoon were rich—six generations, from Boomers to Beta, learning from one another. Dinner that night became an extended family meal.

Saturday morning built on the week—powerful worship, prayers for Asia and Oceania, and praying for young families with tears and unity. We even prayed for the band, Filipino pastors, as the Holy Spirit released words for new worship songs and possibly a future worship centre.

Taking an extra day to unwind was wise. Over breakfast on Sunday, we caught up with many in a more relaxed setting, had deep conversations, and reflected on what God had done. We sense a cornerstone has been placed on existing foundations. We’re looking forward to seeing what God builds next—and loving on more kids as He brings them into our lives.

As we reflect on the week, we’re reminded that NXT Move isn’t only about the next generation—it’s about partnership across generations. This theme resonates with a prophetic word we received in 2006, calling us part of a “New Breed” that God would raise up for worldwide impact.

Prophecy given to John and Sandra Snelgrove;

By Dr. Kingsley Fletcher,

28 February 2006, Vine Centre, Hong Kong

Prophecy of a New Breed

You are part of the new breed that God is raising up around the world.
Let go, so that He becomes God.

God will be teaching you things that you .........Some things God will

ask you to do which won't find in any text book, or anyone else doing.

This is not strange. God will use your uniqueness and will make you to

be stronger. You will chase lasting impact in His Kingdom.

You two will, as a team 2 in1 in unity. God will give you the

interpretation.....Word of knowledge, interpretation. Balance and

wisdom. A Heart of father and mother. You see in people what they

don't see. You will be used as spiritual secret agents. You will expose

things. You will be trained as servants. God will train you to operate in you. 

God will bring you so much so much honour.

My anointing is so strong

on you, says the Lord. My anointing will come upon you, a wave of

glory. The Lord will use you in things of the spirit. You are not just

pastors, but are path finders, who will train and raise up people who

will change the world. Others started strong. You started slowly, but

will end in great strength. This place (The Vine) will be used as a

centre for revival.

God has raised you as a mouthpiece, connectors, bridge layers. I see

a Mission training centre. God will bring the nations to this place.

You will train the nations. Go after the hidden treasures in darkness,

you shall pour upon them my grace, strength, truth. No one will

silence you, keep you silent. Blow my trumpet to proclaim my oracles.

Your steps will be made firm. You are A fresh breed. Call!

You are to be new guards, to bring life back into the church. You

shall bring forth the promise. You shall create an atmosphere of

worship, great joy, glory of God in this place. I see a Blanket of

glory, healing. You have a heart to see people come alive, people who

see you, because you have been faithful. You are one of those I have

trumpets to reach out to the unreached. Faithful in small things, will

become Lord of big things. Don't worry about finances. I will select

those who will release the finances. I am pleased with you, I will

honour you, I will extend your days until you see my glory in your

lifetime.

Seeing that prophecy echo in Manila—through the young leaders we met, the intergenerational relationships formed, and the visions shared—was deeply moving. The seeds planted decades ago are bearing fruit in ways we could hardly imagine.

Manila was more than a gathering; it was a tangible unfolding of God’s plan. We leave with hearts full of hope, believing that what has begun will continue to grow. The foundation is laid, the baton is being passed, and the “New Breed” is rising.