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Spirituality which is the Divine Essence of life is changeless. What changes, of course, is humanity. We change and grow with life, as life evolves. With this miracle of evolution, our perception of spirituality is destined to unfold. As Christians we hope, that we all see the un- folding of life as an opportunity to understand and become more at one with ourselves. Freedom. One aspect of spirituality that seems to be with us now was not apparent in earlier times, that is the freedom we have now to speak about our spiritual Self. Spirituality was there in the past and always will be, but has not always been talked about so freely. Spirituality as Everyday Life. One aspect of spirituality in the 21 st century is the greater acknowledgement that spirituality simply is everyday life. Spirituality is no longer seen as something only for Sunday mornings or any other particular day, or place. Certain ceremo- nies bring much comfort and friendship and are a welcome part of the spiritual life. A changed View of Spirituality. Spirituality for the 21 st century seems to us to be the growing acceptance that what we need is not ― out there ― but within us. More and more we are able to acknowledge that our spiritual Self is not something to be added to ourselves; it is our origin, our essence. Now is the time for us to cease comparing religions and systems of spirituality, groups or cultures; to stop looking upon one way of spiri- tuality superior to another. The Importance of Character. Most of us who are of the older group will remember the words of the late Martin Luther King Jr. when he said: ― I have a dream that one day my four children will live in a world where a man is judged for the content of his character…. ― Today we see around us more acknowledgement that a per- son’s character contributes to the growth of humanity as one family, rather than national- ity, color, religion, gender, title, rank of wealth. Absence of Fear. According to Buddha, the philosopher; ― Man will not find peace until he has love.‖ And, we will not have love until we have fear. Fortunately, we do not have to go out and find love, searching for ways to develop or create love. When we no longer live with fear then that abundance of love which is already in the heart and soul of all humans will expand and move into the spaces where fear has been. Trusting Life. We need a world in which peo- ple do not live in fear of judgement by others. We need a world in which we can grow up knowing, from childhood, that it is not our human having or our human doing but our human being that is important. We need a world in which people trust life because their experiences of life have taught them that it is safe to trust life. We know that we are One Life. We know that at a soul level we, each have the greatest love and respect for one another. For our humanity to grow in this 21 st century, we need a collective feeling of safety and security that allows us to be emotionally self- nourishing. If the sound of our voice is the melody of our lire, then for this 21 st century we need genuine serenity of life to compose our individual and collective sacred song. Source : The Theosophical Digest; Marlene Bell, Australia, 1 st Quarter, 2003 PERCEPTIONS OF SPIRITUALITY IN THE 21 ST CENTURY ( By: Rev. Benjie D. Gevera ) MONTHLY PUBLICATION OF UCCP SABANG CHURCH OF CHRIST DISCIPLES 410 DON PLACIDO CAMPOS AVE., SABANG, DASMARINAS, CAVITE 4114, PHILIPPINES ; Tel. No.: 416-0221 Website: sabangdisciples.org Facebook Account : Uccp Sabang JULY 2013 VOLUME 11 NUMBER 7 INSIDE this ISSUE Pastor’s Corner 1 In the Eyes of Faith 2 D’newsbits /Upcoming 3 Health Section 4 Devotion 4 Mindoro Mission 5 Lakbayin 5 DLA Section 6 Birthday/Stewardship 7 Calendar 8

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Spirituality which is the Divine Essence of life

is changeless. What changes, of course, is

humanity. We change and grow with life, as life

evolves. With this miracle of evolution, our

perception of spirituality is destined to unfold.

As Christians we hope, that we all see the un-

folding of life as an opportunity to understand

and become more at one with ourselves.

Freedom. One aspect of spirituality that seems

to be with us now was not apparent in earlier

times, that is the freedom we have now to

speak about our spiritual Self. Spirituality was

there in the past and always will be, but has

not always been talked about so freely.

Spirituality as Everyday Life. One aspect of

spirituality in the 21st century is the greater

acknowledgement that spirituality simply is

everyday life. Spirituality is no longer seen as

something only for Sunday mornings or any

other particular day, or place. Certain ceremo-

nies bring much comfort and friendship and

are a welcome part of the spiritual life.

A changed View of Spirituality. Spirituality for

the 21st century seems to us to be the growing

acceptance that what we need is not ― out

there ― but within us. More and more we are

able to acknowledge that our spiritual Self is

not something to be added to ourselves; it is

our origin, our essence.

Now is the time for us to cease comparing

religions and systems of spirituality, groups or

cultures; to stop looking upon one way of spiri-

tuality superior to another.

The Importance of Character. Most of us who

are of the older group will remember the words

of the late Martin Luther King Jr. when he said:

― I have a dream that one day my four children

will live in a world where a man is judged for

the content of his character…. ― Today we see

around us more acknowledgement that a per-

son’s character contributes to the growth of

humanity as one family, rather than national-

ity, color, religion, gender, title, rank of

wealth.

Absence of Fear. According to Buddha, the

philosopher; ― Man will not find peace until

he has love.‖ And, we will not have love until

we have fear. Fortunately, we do not have to

go out and find love, searching for ways to

develop or create love. When we no longer

live with fear then that abundance of love

which is already in the heart and soul of all

humans will expand and move into the

spaces where fear has been.

Trusting Life. We need a world in which peo-

ple do not live in fear of judgement by others.

We need a world in which we can grow up

knowing, from childhood, that it is not our

human having or our human doing but our

human being that is important. We need a

world in which people trust life because their

experiences of life have taught them that it is

safe to trust life. We know that we are One

Life. We know that at a soul level we, each

have the greatest love and respect for one

another.

For our humanity to grow in this 21st century,

we need a collective feeling of safety and

security that allows us to be emotionally self-

nourishing. If the sound of our voice is the

melody of our lire, then for this 21st century

we need genuine serenity of life to compose

our individual and collective sacred song.

Source : The Theosophical Digest; Marlene Bell,

Australia, 1st Quarter, 2003

PERCEPTIONS OF SPIRITUALITY IN THE 21ST CENTURY

( By: Rev. Benjie D. Gevera )

MONTHLY PUBLICATION OF UCCP SABANG CHURCH OF CHRIST DISCIPLES

410 DON PLACIDO CAMPOS AVE., SABANG, DASMARINAS, CAVITE 4114, PHILIPPINES ; Tel. No.: 416-0221

Website: sabangdisciples.org Facebook Account : Uccp Sabang JULY 2013 VOLUME 11 NUMBER 7

INSIDE this ISSUE

Pastor’s Corner 1

In the Eyes of Faith 2

D’newsbits /Upcoming 3

Health Section 4

Devotion 4

Mindoro Mission 5

Lakbayin 5

DLA Section 6

Birthday/Stewardship 7

Calendar 8

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Page 2 Volume 11, Number 7

DNEWS Editorial Board

Elder Rizalina Reyes

Ms. Nanette Barzaga

Ms. Jhem Fauni

Wilma B. Pelagio , Anjell Samon-

te, Trisha Mendoza & Rev. Benjie Gevera

Ms. Rose Calungin

Ms. Violeta Jardiniano &

Ted Malamug

LENS CLUB

Music Ministry Schedule

Saturday Rehearsals

AM – Outreach BS for Kids (CYF) PM–3:00PM Jesus Kids Choir 3:00-4:00PMCYF Youth Choir 4:30-6:00 Praise & Worship Team w/Tambourine dancers 8:00-10:00 Chancel Choir

Worship Anthem Renditions 1st & 3rd Sundays CHANCEL & CYAF 2nd Sundays CYF Choir 4th & 5th Sundays KIDS Choir

Care to write? Send us

your article for the month

and contact our Pastor for

the lectionary to

[email protected]

Letting Go and Letting God

Letting go of the past and moving on is one way of walking closer with God. A

friend of mine said that True worship means not holding back and putting our every hope

into God’s promise. A perfect analogy is a father playing with his child by throwing him up

in the air and catching him. The baby smiles and laughs though he is being thrown up,

that is faith. Us, knowing that how much high we are thrown, God is there to catch us.

What then holds us back? When we worship and serve the Lord, nothing should

hold us back, this the most idealistic way. Excess baggage must be brought down in or-

der to fully give ourselves because the heavier we carry, the lesser we acquire from God.

Let us remember the story from book of Luke chapter 9 verses 57 to 62 where Jesus was

walking along a road and a man asked to follow Him but then had a dead to bury. Jesus

replied that he must let the dead bury their own dead and do what he must do, to pro-

claim the word of God. This scenario has been one of the most famously known stories in

incorporating the lessons on how much is really the cost on following Jesus. This month’s

theme Walking Closer with God, we dive into the deeper meaning on why and how Jesus

had invited us to partake in His mission. Walking closer can be a communal or an individ-

ual act, both initiated by God and also encouraged by Him. We are asked to cultivate our

faith, publicly and privately, as part of sharing and developing our ministry with Christ.

July is the official start of another year for the government’s newly elected offi-

cials as well as the church’s officers; well a little earlier because they have already

started by June. Oaths had been taken and seats had been officially filled. Now what is

left to do is to fulfill the oaths and fully commit to the seat that has been taken. It takes

trust for the people to choose you and commitment for the people to have faith in you. As

Christians, we all have oaths and seats in the ministry of Christ. Let us strive and perse-

vere in accomplishing these tasks. As it was said on our theme verse, whoever had re-

ceived the gifts must use it to serve others. Serve with all our strength and hearts and let

the past be triumphant on its own. Let us look ahead but also live the present.

NEED COUNSELLING?

Don’t hesitate to

text/contact our Pastor

Benjie @ 09164514094

In the EYES of FAITH by: Allyan Jell Samonte

+++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++

Teachers Training & Teaching Demo

July the Bible Lodie Matro

August The Art of Drawing Avin Son Matro

Teachers Devotion

July 7 Lodie Matro

July 14 Joy Dolorito

July 21 Mariel Guban

July 28 Bea Almanzor

Big group for Sunday School

1st Sunday Jhem Fauni

2nd Sunday Bea Almanzor

3rd Sunday Teena Saquilayan

4th Sunday Mitchie Sapida

5th Sunday Sheila Sapida

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D’news

Fathers ‘ Day Celebrated… Last third Sunday of June, the whole globe celebrated

Fathers’ Day. In participation of UCCP-SCCD in this

world wide event, fathers were appreciated through

gifts prepared by the young people and serenaded by

the Jesus Kids Choir of a heartfelt song composed by

Ms. Jessica Oledan, the church’s conductress entitled

Salamat Ama.

Mindoro Mission Challenge Presentation… With five members of the SCCD going, the third year of

Mission Challenged pushed through in Mindoro last

May 28-31, 2013. They were Sis. Elma Acuna, Bro. Wil-

lie Ramos, Sis. Bethel Relao, Sis. Johannah Belmonte

and Ptr. Benjie Gevera. The mission was a 4-day event

where they immersed in a local barrio in Mindoro. The

group stayed in a pastoral house of the UCCP-

Poblacion. A presentation was held in the Worship Ser-

vice last June 2 to share to the members of the SCCD

what occurred during the challenge. Now on its 3rd

year, Mission challenge is an annual program of UCCP

Sabang for its Christian Witnessing and Services. Its

goal is to provide an avenue for the leaders of the

church to serve and be exposed to different Christian

communities.

Last May 26, 2013, a moving up ceremony was held

during the Children’s Church Service. This is annually

held by the church in order to move up children into

another age group, similar to what is done in regular

schools.

Leaders called and equipped for service…

In order to prepare newly elected officers of the

Church’s boards, a leaders’ orientation was prepared

and done by Pastor Benjie Gevera. This program is un-

der the Board of Christian Education to equip both old

and new members for another ecclesiastical year of

service and commitment. This was held in the Multipur-

pose Hall last June 9, 2013 at 2 in the afternoon.

Page 3

Lectionary and Schedule of Preachers for JULY

2013

“WALK CLOSER WITH GOD” 1 PETER 4:7-11

D’NEWSBITS

JULY 7 THE GREATEST INVITATION;

PSALM 55:1-8; MATTHEW 11:25-30 -

REV. BENJIE GEVERA

JULY 14 OUR MINISTRY IS RECONCILIATION;

PSALM 10:1-12, 2 COR. 5:17-21

LM WILMA PELAGIO

JULY 21 JESUS CHRIST IS OUR GOOD SHEPHERD -

PSALM 23; JOHN 7-21 REV. BENJIE GEVERA

JULY 28 DISCERNING & OBEYING GOD'S WILL IN THESE

CRITICAL TIMES IN CHURCH;

EPH 4:4-6 - BISHOP REUEL NORMAN MARIGSA

Upcoming Activities

SCCD CHURCH ANNIVERSARY BULLETIN

87th Church Anniversary Chairperson: Malou & Jun Tabing

Finance & Ways: Cherry Tumbaga,

Violy Fauni

Food: c/o Elder Emma Acuña

Afternoon Program/ Allan, Teena Saquilayan

Communications & Louie de Ocampo

Physical arrangement: Gerry Pelagio & Ruby Sapida

==========================================================

HIGHLIGHTS:

July 24: 7pm Prayer Service

Speaker: Rev. Carlos dela Cruz

July 28; 9:30 Church Anniversary Sunday

Speaker: Bishop Reuel Norman

Marigsa

Afternoon Program: 1:30 pm

=========================================================

LOGO MAKING CONTEST based on the theme : “Discerning and Obeying God’s Will in these Critical

Times in CHURCH”

For more information, you may approach the

Committee, deadline for submission of entries will be on

1st week of JULY 2013

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Fruits Vs. Infection Contributed by Dr. Ma. Zoraida A.

Torres, NTS-RUMD

"Eating fruits everyday can keep infections away,"

according to the Food and Nutrition Research In-

stitute of the Department of Science and Technol-

ogy (FNRI-DOST). Like vegetables, fruits are

regulatory foods that contain vitamins and miner-

als. These foods protect the eyesight, keep skin

smooth and clean, prevent the occurrence of some

bleeding gums and easily bruised skin. They in-

crease body resistance against infection and com-

mon illnesses like colds. They are also good sources

of fiber which help prevent constipation common

during pregnancy. For adults, the FNRI-DOST

suggests eating two to three servings of fruits every-

day to fight infections. One serving of fruit is

equivalent to one medium size fruit or one slice of a

big fruit. In addition, one serving of these men-

tioned should be vitamin C-rich. Anonas, straw-

berry, ripe papaya, cashew, datiles, atis, guwaya-

bano, ripe mango, melon, tomato, siniguelas, and

naranghita are examples of vitamin C-rich fruits.

You can serve fruits either cooked or raw. Or, you

can cook and sieve them especially for those who

need soft food like the older people. Here are

some additional information about fruits:*Yellow

fruits like papaya and ripe mango provide provita-

min A.*Ripe papaya has more vitamin C than

suha, banana and pineapple; guava than calamansi;

guava than ripe mango; and cashew than

dalanghita.*Red guava has more vitamins C and A

than white guava.*Unripe mango contains more

vitamin C than ripe mango but ripe mango has lots

of provitamin A, but only small amount of vitamin

C.*Medium ripe papaya gives more vitamin C, ribo-

flavin, iron, calcium and protein than ripe papaya,

but when ripe it provides provitamin A. There are

plenty of fruits you can choose from that can pro-

vide you with health and nutritional benefits.

Thus, to make you glowing everyday and keep the

body in good working condition, have fruits as part

of your daily diet.

Volume 11, Number 7

Walking In Step With God Scripture: Ephesians 4:1-3

I. Introduction: Walking in step with God means sustain-ing intimate fellowship with our heavenly Father. A close relationship with Him brings us joy, peace, contentment, and purpose. When we walk in step with the Lord, other people see Him through our lives, and we make an impact for His kingdom.

II. What does it mean to walk with God?

1. In Scripture, this phrase describes the lives of righteous people who have an intimate friendship with God, char-acterized by divine guidance (Gen. 3:8; Gen. 5:24; Is. 30:21; Is. 40:31; Eph. 4:1-3.

2. God calls every person to four things:

A. Salvation from sin and death—faith in Christ brings forgive-ness and eternal life.

B. Sanctification—a life long process of maturing and increasing in righteousness.

C. Service in some fashion throughout life

D. Accountability for both foolish and wise choices.

3. What defines a worthy Christian walk

III. How do we walk in step with God?

1. Surrender: Wholly submitting to God ensures our ability to walk with Him consistently.

2. Sensitivity: Listening to the Lord is a vital part of enjoy-ing intimate fellowship with Him throughout the day (John 8:28-29). The ability to hear His voice is an absolute essen-tial for the Christian life.

3. Studying: By learning biblical principles, we discover what pleases the Lord and which attitudes and actions to avoid (Eph. 4:17-18).

4. Supplication: Passionate, specific prayer is vital to walk-ing with God. Jesus often withdrew to pray alone in the early morning hours (Mark 1:35).

5. Self-denial: We must die to the temptations of the world and allow Christ to live through us (Gal. 2:20)

6. Service: Jesus gave of Himself by healing, befriending, meeting the needs of others, and ultimately by dying on a cross for the sins of the world (Mark 10:45). Our intimacy with Him naturally results in service.

IV. Conclusion: An exciting adventure begins when we walk in step with Jesus. Peace, joy, contentment, confi-dence, comfort, and direction belong to us when we obedi-ently submit to Him. Nothing is more fulfilling than know-ing God and accomplishing His plan for your life.

(Dr. Charles Stanley. Copyright 2013 In Touch Ministries, Inc. All rights reserved)

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D’news Page 5

Mission Challenge: Mindoro By Bethel Relao

This year’s mission challenge was in the province of Occi-

dental Mindoro. This was my first time joining a mission, so even

before and during the preparation of this program, I felt happy and

excited. There were five of us who joined this program.

During our first day, that was Tuesday, May 28, we rode a

bus going to Batangas pier. Later, when we arrived at the port, we

rode a RoRo. During the sea travel, I was so amazed by the beauty

of the sea. When we arrived at Occidental Mindoro, in Abra de Ilog,

we took the bus in order to reach the church of UCCP-Poblacion. As

soon as we arrived, we rested briefly. Afterwards, we visited UCCP-

Lago which is an outreach of UCCP-Poblacion. After visiting, we

returned to UCCP-Poblacion and arranged the things we brought

for the community of UCCP-Lago, like school supplies and clothing

materials, to be given the next day.

On our second day, Wednesday, May 29, we returned to

UCCP-Lago. The group was then divided into two by Pastor Benjie

so that we could maximize what was to be done. Ate Honey Bel-

monte and I were assigned in teaching the children while Ptr. Ben-

jie Gevera and Elder Willie Ramos were assigned in teaching the

adults. On the other hand, Elder Emma Acuña was assigned for the

food preparations. After the short worship, we started to teach

them. While we were teaching them, I noticed that the children

were silent, listening and they could answer what we asked of

them. After the lessons were finished, we assisted in providing a

delicious and well known snack for everyone which is porridge or

lugaw; while the children were eating I saw happiness on their little

faces, they were all wearing big smiles. Sadly I learned that in their

community they can only afford one meal per day, which is be-

cause their parents don’t have permanent works. After teaching

and providing snacks for them, we gave gifts that made them so

happy.

In the afternoon, we visited several members of UCCP-

Poblacion, people both well and sick, and prayed for them. In the

evening, Ate Aika, together with the other members toured us in

their gym which has pictures of different falls in Occidental Min-

doro.

During our last day we woke up early and prepared for a

picnic and swim in Abra de Ilog’s beautiful waterfalls. It was truly a

sight! We fully enjoyed the beautiful nature of Abra de Ilog.

In our mission challenge, I’ve learned a lot from the peo-

ple who shared their beautiful story of their place. And I was so

blessed that I was able to join the mission challenge. I was so

amaze by their life style, because they live a very simple life. This

mission inspired me how to lead and live a simple life. I thank the

Lord that He guided our mission challenge. And in our next mission

I would like to invite everyone to join, because it’s a joyful experi-

ence to accept a mission with the Lord.

And he said to them, “Go into all the world and proclaim

the Gospel to the whole creation” Mark 16:15

======================================== Bethel Relao is a first year student in PCU taking up AB Psychology

in preparation for her degree in Bachelor in Theology in two years

time. She is a recognized pre ministerial student of the LCSMC.

She is also a member of the Christian Youth fellowship and the

Youth Choir.

Talento ay kakayahan ng isang tao tulad ng pag-sasayaw, pagkanta, pag-arte, pagsulat, paguhit, at marami pang iba. Bawat taong nilalang ng Di-yos ay pinagkalooban niya ng kani-kaniyang tal-ento. Ang mga talentong ito ay hinuhubog ng pag-aaral o pag-eensayo. Ito ay kadalasang ginagamit natin upang pagkakitaan ng pera , pasayahin ang iba, at sa iba naman ay pang libangan lamang o pang sariling kagustuhan. Sa pagsusulat ko ng artikulong ito may isang tanong na sumagi sa ak-ing isipan. Paano ba talaga natin gagamitin ang mga talentong kaloob sa atin ng Diyos na naayon sa kagustuhan niya?

Nasasaad sa 1 Pedro 4:10 ang mga talentong ipinagkaloob sa atin ay dapat nating pagyamanin, gamitin sa paglilingkod sa Diyos at ibahagi natin ito sa iba. Dapat nating ibalik sa Diyos and lahat ng biyaya at kakayahang kaloob Niya sa atin sa pamamagitan ng pagmiministeryo, paggamit ng talento natin sa simbahan. Tandaan natin na hindi ang mga tao sa paligid natin ang ating itinataas at pinapapurihan kundi ang Diyos Amang nasa langit. Hindi lang sa bahay sambahan natin ma-gagamit ang ating mga angking galing kundi kahit sa labas nito ay kaya nating papurihan ang Diyos. Sabi nga sa “1 Corinto 10:31 Kaya nga, kung kayo’y kumakain o umiinom, o anuman ang gina-gawa ninyo, gawin ninyo ang lahat sa ikararangal ng Diyos.” Naniniwala ako na kahit hindi man natin gamitin ang mga ipinagkatiwalang kakaya-han sa atin ng Diyos sa pag miministeryo gamitin man natin ito sa ibang paraan gaya ng pagtatra-baho o pag-aaral ay malulugod parin sa atin ang Diyos. Gawin natin ang mga ito upang mapalapit tayo kay Cristo. Maglakad tayo tungo sa kabuti-han kasama ang Panginoon at lumayo tayo sa kasamaan na dulot ng tukso.

Gusto kong tapusin ang artikulong ito sa isang

tanong. Gusto mo bang maglakbay kasama ang

Diyos? Lahat tayong mga taong nilalang ng Diyos

ay may tinatahak na daan. Nasa atin na lamang

ito kung pipiliin ba natin maglakbay kasama ang

Panginoon, o magpapaagos nalang tayo sa daan

patungo sa kasamaan.

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DISCIPLES LEARNING ACADEMY School beats & pieces

DLA opened its class for this school year 2013-2014 last June 3 Class orientations were held during the

first week of the class as the children get in tuned with their new teachers, classmates and friends. Par

ent Orientation was also held last June 07, 2013 to get them acquainted with the school policies.

Enrolment Update for this school year ( s.y. 2013-2014 )

Scholars 21 Regular Students 160 Total No. of Students 181

Repairs Done in preparation for the school opening: Painting of comfort rooms for boy and girls Water Proofing of the Roof top on the left wing of the school.

Chapel Service was held last June 19, 2013 with School Chaplain Rev. Benjie Gevera as our preacher. The chapel Service was led by the Grade 6 class.

DLA hired new sets of teachers for this school year:

Grade 1 Adviser – Miss Rosemarie Juan Grade 4 Adviser – Mr. Cedric Abril De Guzman Grade 6 Adviser – Miss Irma Nepaz Librarian/ Guidance Assistance, Teacher- Mrs. Gloria

Pagupat

Faculty and Staff had a Retreat held in the school vicinity last June 14, 2013 with a theme: “A Call to Teach,” with Pastor Benjie as the exhorter. They had group dynamics and self- discovery activities as part of their program.

Level Enrolled Old New

Kinder 1 12 3 9

Kinder 2 24 8 16

Grade 1 33 14 19

Grade 2 21 17 4

Grade 3 29 25 4

Grade 4 22 19 3

Grade 5 16 14 2

Grade 6 24 23 1

Total 181

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YA CORNER the young leaders the mobilizers & advo-

cates

SCHEDULE:

Fellowship w/ Bible Study 1st and 3rd Sunday of the Month

Fellowship every Saturdays 7 pm

Module 4: 30 days of leadership

Sunday School ages 15-22;

8:30 am Sundays

Contact: Teena - 09175519740 Contact: Avin –09262404990

UCM CORNER CWA CORNER SCHEDULE OF ACTIVITIES

Regular Fellowship: Saturdays 8PM; Conference

Room Facilitators: Pastor Benjie Elder Willie For info: Gerry Pelagio

Regular Fellowship Tuesdays 7PM For Info: CWA Emma Acuna (416-0221)

1—Edna Garcia

3—Jojo Calungin

3—Jayson Acuña

3—Anjell Samonte

4—Julie Tirona

4—Princess Vi Quezon

4—Pauline Tapawan

5—Irish Sarita

6—Allan Samonte

6—Joonie Acuña

6—Mernard Louie Landicho

8—Siara Nina Matro

9—Marinet Pontillas

9—Johannah Belmonte

10—Noemi Sapida

11—Nicko Glenn Perez

11—Malou Tabing

12—Armando Madrid

13—Janina Eline Fauni

14—Julliene Jeremy Reyes

15—Michael Colline Perez

16—Analyn Moncada

16—Erwin Sarmiento

17—Romeo Remulla

17—Mary Jane Santos

17—Jerson Sapida

17– Krizzle de Ocampo

17– Jasper Clark Barco

18—Rylene Naty

18—Angeline de Ocampo

18—Elsa Fauni

19—Roel Sapida

19—Iony Faye Cantada

19—Abigail Catayong

19—Richelle Quezon

21—Nestorio Belostrino

22—Rose Tumitit

22—Christopher Remulla

22—Esmie Naty

23—Alex Constantino

24—Aris Millana

24—Celia Cantire

24—Mila Millana

25—Jun Gerero

25—Julius Purisima

26—Volet Jardiniano

27—Monneth Abas

27—Lenneth Labayna

27—Michelle delos Reyes

27—Jose Carlos Tabinado

27—Ysaac Laurence Mendoza

28—Becks Tirona

29—Alijah Siervo Cruz

29—Ghesan Marie Perlas

30—Mary Virgilina Saquilayan

30—Cenon Almendral

31—Ceyra Lee

WEDDING ANNIVERSARIES

FOR THE MONTH

15—Leony & Felipe Catayong 20—Samuel & Leticia Santos 21—Allan & Arlene Pedraza

27—Danny & Wilma Quezon 28—Buds & Machey Calungin 29—Amiel & Ma Elena Sapida 31—Jomel & Jemalyn Guarda

STEWARDSHIP CORNER

SUNDAY COLLECTION MAY JUNE

Tithes 70,205.00 88,774.00

Loose Offering 17,863.55 19,704.00

Sunday School 1,504.25 1,660.00

Midweek Services 716.00 1,427.00

Least Coin 1,105.80 1,322.45

Lovegift/Donations/flower 2,550.00 5,756.00

Happy B-day Je-sus/Anniversary Solicitation

326.65 5,800.00

Mission Offering 3,541.50 3,659.00

Support from Members Abroad 63,500.00 17,200.00

Pistang Kabuhayan 7,556.00

One Day Wage for the Lord/Gen Paid Services

1,000.00 100.00

TOTAL 169,868.75 145,402.45

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Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat

1 2 CWA Bible Study/ Fellowship- 7pm

10 Church Staff and Pastoral

Team Devotion 4-5pm Prayer Service 7PM

Elder Assigned

11 Thursday Bible Study – 7 pm Pastor Benjie Cellgroup: Bi-

nang Olaes; 3pm-

Rev. Bea

5 Cellgroup – Silvertown – 3pm

6 Cellgroup @ Daang NIA Children’s Outreach 2 pm CYF fell.- 6pm UCM fell.- 7pm PCC 1pm BOE 3pm BCE 5pm

7 COMMUNION SUN-DAY SHUT INS Rev. Benjie Gevera P&W: Allan S. Liturgist: Elder Susan

8 9 CWA Bible Study/ Fellowship- 7pm

10 Church Staff and Pastoral

Team Devotion 4-5pm Prayer Service 7PM

Pastor Benjie

11 Thursday Bible Study – 7 pm Pastor Benjie Cellgroup: Bi-

nang Olaes; 3pm-

12 Cellgroup – Silvertown – 3pm

13 Cellgroup @ Daang NIA Children’s Out-reach 2 pm 7pm BOT 5pm

14 Sunday Rural Life Emphasis Month Board of Deacons Mtg. 12nn LM Wilma Pelagio P&W: Buds Calungin Liturgist: Myrna Espejo

15 16 CWA Bible Study/ Fellowship- 7pm

16 Church Staff and Pastoral

Team Devotion 4-5pm Prayer Service 7PM

Pastor Benjie

17 Thursday Bible Study – 7 pm Pastor Benjie

Cellgroup: Bi-

nang Olaes;

18 Cellgroup – Silvertown – 3pm

19 Cellgroup @ Daang NIA Children’s Out-reach 2 pm 7pm

20 Rev. Benjie Gevera P&W: Bea Almanzor Liturgist: Cecille Men-doza Council Mtg.-2pm

21 22 CWA Bible Study/ Fellowship- 7pm

23 Church Staff and

Pastoral Team Devotion

4-5pm Church Anniversary

Prayer Service 7PM

Rev. Carlos dela

Cruz

24 Thursday Bible Study – 7 pm Pastor Benjie

Cellgroup: Bi-

nang Olaes;

25 Cellgroup – Silvertown – 3pm

26 Cellgroup @ Daang NIA Children’s Out-reach 2 pm 7pm

27 Church Anniversary Sunday Bishop Reuel Marigsa P&W: Allan Saqui-layan Liturgist: Sheila Sapida

28 29 CWA Bible Study/ Fellowship- 7pm

30 Church Staff and Pastoral

Team Devotion 4-5pm Prayer Service 7PM

31 Thursday Bible Study – 7 pm Pastor Benjie

Cellgroup: Bi-

nang Olaes;

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