An Afternoon with the Bishop

Msgr. Tissier de Mallerais visits our Lady of Victories Church to conduct Confirmation to 29 children (20 boys; 9 girls) in November 15, 2009. The ceremony started at 8 AM which was immdediately followed with Pontifical Mass. He was assisted by Frs. Adam Purdy and Roy Dolotina. The AoM was there not only to witness the ceremony but also to serve in the Mass and to sing in the choir.

The Mt. Carmel Clan had their meeting in the afternoon. After the reporting, Fr. Dolotina joined the group to teach them French songs: Je Mets Ma Confiance and another version of Je Vous Salue.

The group learned that Msgr. Mallerais was walking down the school hall so they took the opportunity to meet and talk with him. Then the group sang the French songs which they have just learned. It was a very nice experience for having kissed his hands and have a photo with him.

Msgr. Mallerais smiles for the camera.

 

The clan introduced itself to the Bishop then offered French songs to him. He gave short explanations and story on the songs the clan presented.

 

  

Msgr. Mallerais and the members of Mt. Carmel Clan had a short chitchat. It was short but memorable. He learned that our group was founded by Fr. Marc Vernoy, a French priest.

 

The group, here with Fr. Dolotina, poses with Msgr. Tissier de Mallerais.

Formation Session

May 12-16, 2009- Bohol, Philippines. Youth from the provinces of Bohol, Mambusao, Zamboanga City and Baguio City attended a 5-day formation session after the pilgrimage. It was held in two different venues: in La Paz, Cortes and in Panglao island.

The formation session involved conferences, film showing, outing and of course hearing of the Holy sacrifice of the Mass for the formation and development of the Four Foundations of the League to the participants namely, interior life, study, charity and apostolic action. Below are the speakers with their corresponding topics:

Fr. Albert Ghela- Maturity, Responsibility, Salvation of Soul.
 
Jerwin Aguinaldo- Four Foundations, Law and Apostolate, History of the League, AoM Constitution, Rules and Regulations.

Eleazar Rabon- Catechism on the Holy Mass.

Renalyn- On Marian Modesty.

Br. Andre-Singing and Choir practice.

Br. Theophane- Serving in the Mass.

Br. Isidore-  Devotion to Mary.

A film showing on "The Mission" was also conducted, which was a story about the Jesuit mission in tribal areas that eventually became a Catholic community. While eating, the participants also listened to "Illiad and the Odyssey" by Dr. David Allen White.

Other than listening to a series of conferences, the participants were also given specific tasks as part of their training and formation like cleaning, washing the dishes, preparing the altar for the Mass,etc. As a tradition, a bonfire was set on the last night of the formation session and on the following day, the group went for an outing at Balicasag and Virgin Islands, where they had the chance to see dolphins, who were as eager to see them.

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8th National Traditional Pilgrimage

Bohol, Philippines- The Apostles of Mary hosted for the eighth time the annual pilgrimage to Fatima Shrine in Carmen, Bohol. The event was attended by more than 350 youth and adults from different parts of the country. The said event was even attended by participants from other countries.

It was opened with a Sung Mass at Rizal, Park in Tagbilaran City. The 3-day walk then followed which was interspersed with meals, snacks and rest during the day and conference and presentations during the night. Fr. Conrad Daniels gave a conference on the first night about the Social Kingship of Our Lord Jesus Christ.

Just like in the past, the group conducted several contests like Folk Song and Marian Song and gave out various awards to deserving groups. The National Baltimore Catechism exam was conducted on the 2nd night.

The League wishes to thank all the sponsors who helped in the success of the annual event. Special thanks to the following:

* Mayor Leon Calipusan of Loboc for allowing us to use the Loboc Gym for 2 nights and for safety and security of the pilgrims.

* Philippine Red Cross Bohol Chapter through Jacinto Quimson, RMT, Officer in Charge, for first aid and medical assistance for the entire pilgrimage. We were provided with 3 volunteers and 1 ambulance.

* Philippine Army through Lt. Col. Alfredo Sanchez, Commanding Officer, for the 2 big tents (which could accommodate 50 persons per tent). His men even volunteered to set-up and dismantle the tents.

* PNP Batuan, headed by SPO4 Gamaliel Merlas, Commander, for providing security of the pilgrims during the pilgrimage. They served as traffic marshals.

* PNP Carmen, which provided the same free service to the pilgrims.

* Msgr. Jeffrey Manalog, JCL, Vicar General and Bishop Medroso, Diocese of Tagbilaran, for allowing us to visit and enter different churches and parishes.

* Our gratitude also to the sponsor of the trophies, Mr. Lito Geronimo, who also sponsored last year's trophies.

A million thanks to all of you and may the Good Lord reward your generosity!

8^th National Youth Pilgrimage

Various contest winners

Baltimore Catechism

15 – 30 years old and 31+

1^st place     Marcel Mompar          96%     Sta. Lucia, Butuan

Prizes: 1962 Daily Missal, Php 7,500.00, Gold Medal and Certificate

2^nd place    Vanessa Gerondio       91.5%  Sta. Lucia, Butuan

Prizes: Php 6,000.00    Silver Medal and Certificates

3^rd place     Cindy Armada             83.5%  Jaro, Iloilo

Prizes: Php 5,000.00    Bronze Medal and Certificate

14 years old and under

1^st place     Jessa Claire Cabusao       95.5%     Sta. Lucia, Butuan

Prizes: Catechism in Picture    Php 2,000.00    Gold Medal and Certificate

Folk Song Contest

1^st prize     San Jose Clan, Bohol

 Prizes: Trophy and Certificate

2^nd place   Sta. Lucia, Butuan

    Prize: Trophy

3^rd place    Miraculous Medal Clan, Jaro, Iloilo
Mt. Carmen Clan, Manila 
Prize: Trophy

Best Costume     Sta. Lucia, Butuan

                          Prize: Certificate
 

Marian Song Contest

1^st prize     San Jose Clan, Bohol

 Prizes: Trophy and Certificate

2^nd prize    Sta. Lucia, Butuan
Prize: Trophy

3^rd prize     AoM & LoM Manila

Prize: Trophy

Minor Awards
Best Group Banner                
          Miraculous Medal Clan, Jaro, Iloilo

          Prize: Certificate

Most Lively Group                
          Sta. Lucia, Butuan

          Prize: Certificate

Most Organized Group         
          Sta. Barbara Clan, Iloilo

          Prize: Certificate

Largest Contingent                
          Jaro, Iloilo

          Prize: Certificate

Congratulations to the winners!

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Leadership Training 2008

DECEMBER 20, 2008
LEADERSHIP TRAINING
South Elem School, Lagao, GSC
ABOUT: The activity was an endeavour to help the participants understand the importance of the acquisition of maturity, and how to be one. They also studied the four temperaments to help them know better themselves and to be able to handle the various "modes" of people whom they deal with in their daily lives, but most especially, their own. It is said, "A good leader is the king and master of himself."

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FORMATION SESSION in South Cotabato

OCTOBER 26, 2008
FORMATION SESSION
Greenwoods Retreat House, Koronadal City, South Cotabato
ABOUT: Formation Session for the youth of KNCHS, Marbel, General Santos, Tagum, Polomolok and Sarangani Province. Various lectures were given to the participants, like the objectives of the League, crisis in the Church, modern philosophical errors, group apostolate, etc.

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Letter from Vice Governor of Sarangani

OFFICE OF THE VICE GOVERNOR
Alabel Complex, Sarangani Province

October 23, 2008


MR. JERWIN AGUINALDO
Chief Captain - Apostles of Mary
Catholic Youth League of the Philippines


Dear Mr. Aguinaldo:

On behalf of the Provincial Government of Sarangani, we would like to thank you for your generous support during the Medical Mission held at Brgy. Lumatil, Maasim.

We wish to inform you that it benefited more or less one thousand residents from Brgy. Lumatil, Brgy. Daliao, and Brgy. Kanalo in the Municipality of Maasim, Sarangani Province. Almost 600 children were fed during the feeding activity. We appreciate the resources you shared with us such as slippers, juice, biscuits, and used clothing as we start to restore confidence and peace in the Province. No words can express our sincere gratitude for the kindness you have showed us. Our appreciation is ever growing and we hope that we can still count on you in the future.

Agian, you have my sincerest thanks.


Your truly,


SGD STEVE CHIONGBIAN SOLON
Vice Governor

Medical Mission and Feeding Program in the Municipality of Maasim

Vice Governor Steve Chiongbian Solon of Province of Sarangani sent a thank you letter to Chief Captain Jerwin Aguinaldo of the Catholic Youth League of the Philippines for their generous support during the Medical Mission and feeding program held at Barabgay Lumatil, Maasim on October 15, 2008. More or less one thousand residents from Barangay Lumatil, Barangay Daliao, and Barangay Kanalo in the Municipality of Maasim in Province of Sarangani. Almost 600 children were fed during the feeding activity. The Apostles of Mary were giving slippers, juices, biscuits and used cloths as a way to restore confidence and peace in the Province. The Team also distributed hundreds of rosaries and catechism pamphlets in Cebuano version for the victims of war and to the Philippine Army. The Association of Catholic Doctors, Nurses and Health Professionals in Asia (ACIM-Asia) were distributing free medicine to the patients. ACIM-Asia is a professional association of health professionals concerned with the issues that affect the medical profession (euthanasia, abortion, bioethics, etc.) and with providing the solutions within the framework of the natural law and the social teaching of the Catholic Church.

The Apostles of Mary Chief Captain would like to thank the following sponsors in Manila who helped and gave their support for the success of the feeding program and the distribution of gifts to the less fortunate children: Ms. Armi Nabablit, Mr. Romel Dela Rosa, Mrs. Babes Simon and company and PAL Foundation for delivering the necessary goods and provisions.

The Chief Captain with the Provincial Staffs distributing Juices and Biscuits to the Children