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NYC calls for transparency in tuition fees

2012-03-03T20:23:00.001-08:00

The National Youth Commission (NYC) is calling the attention of schools, colleges and university for transparency and full disclosure in all tuition and other school fees being charged for the next school year. NYC Chairman Usec. Leon Flores III made the call on the reports that some schools are applying for tuition fee increases for the coming school year with the Commission on Higher

CBCP recommends attendance to JP II youth confab slated in May

2012-03-01T05:22:00.001-08:00

The CBCP Episcopal Commission on Youth (ECY) is inviting youth ministers in the parishes, schools and organizations nationwide to attend the 8th Blessed John Paul II Catechetics and Youth Ministry Conference in May. ECY executive secretary Fr. Conegundo Garganta urged diocesan youth directors, coordinators and leaders of member-organizations of the Federation of National Youth Organizations to

Real-life couple from 'The Vow' at peace with Hollywood film

2012-02-29T00:10:00.001-08:00

(CNA) FARMINGTON, New Mexico--Krickitt Carpenter says she and her husband Kim are at peace with the film version of their story, “The Vow,” despite the movie's failure to mention the couple's deep faith in God. The recent Hollywood film is based on Kim and Krickitt's real-life struggle to stay faithful to their vows after a 1993 car accident just weeks into their marriage left Krickitt with no

Pasig to conduct diocesan youth ministry fellowship

2012-02-27T20:58:00.001-08:00

The Pasig Diocesan Youth Ministry (PDYM) will conduct a youth fellowship on March 10, Saturday, from 4 to 5 p.m. at the Youth Formation Center of the John Paul II building in Pasig City. Ella Alfaro, events head of PDYM said that the priority objective of the fellowship is to equip youth ministers become more effective and qualified in serving the young. She added that the event hopes to

God’s Comfort Zone

2012-02-27T06:18:00.001-08:00

“MOMMY, I learned something new in school,” John, a five-grader proudly said. “What was it honey?” his mom asked as she bent down to receive his embrace and kiss. “Hmmm,” she sniffed his hair, “you had better hit the shower soon young man you’re beginning to smell more Neanderthal.” “Yes, mum,” John replied obediently. “So what is it that you’ve learned today,” she asked. “Do you have a

Twisted values

2012-02-27T06:06:00.002-08:00

WHEN people give more importance to the means rather than to the end or goal, we might call that twisted thinking or a form of twisted values. When legislators make laws to exterminate human life (by way of contraceptives and abortion), it’s also a form of twisted thinking. Why? Because human life is the very first right of man, to which all other rights are subordinated. This is why the RH

Bishop: Observe Lent ‘seriously’

2012-02-27T02:53:00.002-08:00

THE glitz and bliss of Christmas season—mostly due to gift shopping, party hopping, corporate incentives and fireworks—charm the Catholic faithful, especially the young, not as Lent does. But a bishop reminded the faithful that Lent—with its association to fasting, abstinence, alms-giving and sacrifice—is the most important season of the Church. Legazpi Bishop Joel Baylon made the reminder as

Bishop to students: Keep out of frats

2012-02-27T02:51:00.002-08:00

A CATHOLIC bishop advised students not to join fraternities and sororities especially those with dangerous initiations. Bishop Deogracias Iñiguez of Caloocan said the recent death of San Beda law student Marvin Reglos from an alleged hazing incident showed risks in joining fraternities. He acknowledged that maybe not all initiations are dangerous, but stressed that enough have already been

Instead of vacationing, go on spiritual retreat, bishop urges graduates

2012-02-27T02:45:00.002-08:00

While graduation is near and summer is almost at the doorstep, a Church official reminded students to allot time to attend recollection and undergo spiritual retreat as it is also the season of Lent.Legazpi Bishop Joel Baylon said there is nothing wrong with going on a vacation to celebrate the end of another school year, but he reminded the youth that “life is not all about celebrations.”“Lent

Faithful told to abstain from comfort, leisure and luxury this Lent

2012-02-21T22:33:00.002-08:00

Sacrifice this season of Lent should not only connote fasting from meat, especially every Fridays. It should also mean abstaining from non-meat food that one loves to eat, vices that only affect one’s health, and the leisure and luxury that one indulge to pamper oneself. Apart from meat, one’s favorite fast food, junk food, sweets, and softdrinks are what the Catholic faithful are urged to

Filipino Catholic Youth ends year 2011 with an spiritual camping in Kuwait.

2012-02-16T15:14:00.001-08:00

83 Filipino Catholic Youth in Kuwait gathered for an spiritual camping in Kabd, Jarah Kuwait last December 29-30, 2011 dealing with the theme: “Meeting Christ: leaving the world behind”. There were some other service team members and guardians who participated and all in all numbering more than a hundred participants who attended in the camping. This took place to end the previous year

Lovers, youth reminded to maintain chastity in relationship on V Day

2012-02-14T14:09:00.001-08:00

It’s that time of the year again when flowers, chocolates, and even motels and condoms are highly marketable among those who are “in a relationship,” which is why a ranking Church official reminded lovebirds, especially the young, to remain pure and chaste in love amid the commercialization of Valentine’s Day. Fr. Conegundo Garganta, executive secretary of the CBCP Episcopal Commission on

Biography of Blessed Pedro Calungsod

2012-02-14T13:34:00.000-08:00

Biography of Blessed Pedro Calungsod PEDRO CALUNGSOD was young native of the Visayas Region in the Philippines. Little is known about his life. Based on accounts, Pedro was taught as a lay catechist in a Jesuit minor seminary in Loboc, Bohol. For young recruits like him, the training consisted of learning the Catechism, Spanish, and Latin. They would be later sent with the priests to

Youth urged to participate in the Year of Mission

2012-02-09T02:33:00.001-08:00

After the successful celebration of Year of the Youth in 2011, young Catholics are now encouraged to actively participate in the on-going Year of the Pontifical Mission Societies (PMS) by no less than the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of the Philippines. The CBCP Episcopal Commission on Youth (ECY) invited youth ministers to actively participate in the Year of PMS, citing the relation of

Youth solon nixes compulsory ROTC training

2012-01-26T00:09:00.001-08:00

The Kabataan partylist attempted to block the revival of the compulsory Reserved Officer Training Corps (ROTC) among college students, saying that the Armed Forces of the Philippines (AFP), which is allegedly known for its bloody human rights records, should not “meddle” with the academic affairs of the young Juan and Maria de la Cruz. “The ROTC has taught its cadets how to become blind and

FEU Campus Ministry initiates Bible Quiz Bee

2012-01-26T00:06:00.001-08:00

With the celebration of the National Bible Week, the Far Eastern University (FEU) Campus Ministry performed a Bible Quiz Bee last Thursday, January 19, 2012 at the FEU Chapel. Participants comprise three students per institute; Institute of Arts and Sciences (IAS), Institute of Education (IE), the Institute of Architecture and Fine Arts (IARFA), the Institute of Tourism and Hotel Management

Rogate family initiates prayer-writing contest

2012-01-25T00:33:00.001-08:00

For the first time, the religious family of the Rogate organized a prayer for vocations writing contest as part of the Eucharistic Year in their congregation. The Rogate family – composed of the Rogationists of the Sacred Heart of Jesus congregation, the Daughters of Divine Zeal sisters, the Union of Prayer for Vocations (UPV) and the Rogate Youth – celebrates the 125th Anniversary of the

Manila archdiocese holds painting contest

2012-01-25T00:29:00.001-08:00

Young Filipino artists will have a chance to showcase their talent and passion for the art at the Manila archdiocese’s 5th annual painting competition. Organized by the archdiocese’s Commission for the Cultural Heritage of the Church, the contest has actually started last December and scheduled to end this month. The theme for this year’s competition is “The Rosary, its Mysteries and the

200 youth to join 9th Parliament of Youth Leaders

2012-01-23T23:59:00.001-08:00

An estimated 200 youth leaders representing different sectors and regions are expected to participate at the 9th Parliament of Youth Leaders which will be held on the first week of May 2012. Organized by the National Youth Commission, the 9th parliament has the theme “Revolutionizing Youth Development,” which aims to formulate policy recommendations to address youth issues in the country. “

Faithful urged to ‘hold onto faith, not luck’

2012-01-23T05:54:00.001-08:00

There will be no great need for fortune telling nor future prediction if one is firm in the faith, an official of the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of the Philippines (CBCP) advised the faithful during the on-going celebration of the Chinese New Year. Fr. Conegundo Garganta, executive secretary of the CBCP Episcopal Commission on Youth, said living life should not be grounded on what one’s

Christ the Redeemer’s replica will bring young people to Brazil

2012-01-22T09:18:00.001-08:00

Some 800 voices will represent young people from five continents to be part of the choir of the World Youth Day 2013, according to a report by the organizers of the world youth event. “The union between heart and faith, culminating at the WYD in Rio in 2013, will gain more strength through the ‘ambassador’: Christ the Redeemer statue,” the organizers emphasized. According to them, from each

UST to exhibit, auction off 400 of its 'timeless' photos

2012-01-19T00:07:00.001-08:00

Want a memento of your alma mater or just a remembrance of Asia’s oldest and only Pontifical university? Then visit the University of Santo Tomas (UST) on Friday for the unveiling of the “400 Shots to Immortality” and get the chance to bring home a limited edition photo portrait and donate something for the victims of Typhoon “Sendong” in Mindanao in the process. The exhibit of

WYD 2011 pilgrims helped boost tourism, organizers say

2012-01-18T22:18:00.001-08:00

Organizers of the World Youth Day 2011 held in Madrid reported that the international celebration helped boost their tourism industry. “It is a widely known fact that World Youth Day (WYD) unites millions of young people from around the world on a pilgrimage to come into greater communion with the Church and meet the Pope. Yet beyond the experience of this remarkable meeting and the

Young people all over the world are already preparing for WYD 2013 Rio

2012-01-18T04:03:00.000-08:00

In a report by the World youth Day 2013 Rio organizers, many young people from all over the world are now preparing for the upcoming WYD celebration in Rio de Janeiro next year, 2013. They emphazued that the meeting of young people from all over the world on the 23rd to the 28th of July will mark the Church for the experience of unity and brotherly love. “In our website, www.rio2013.com, as

Jaws my friend! The touching relationship between a fisherman and a very sociable whale SHARK

2012-01-17T02:16:00.000-08:00

Like giant goldfish, these massive whale sharks don't mind being fed hand to mouth by their fishermen friends. Photographed near Oslob in the Philippines, the groundbreaking images show close relationship previously not thought possible. Captured by conservationist Shawn Heinrichs, the once-in-a-lifetime behaviour of the half dozen whale sharks up to 25ft long and the 12 or so fishermen draws

Remember young victims of society at Sto. Niño’s feast, faithful urged

2012-01-16T20:34:00.001-08:00

The Church urges the lay faithful to remember and pray for the victims of child labor, pornography, pedophile and out of school youth in today’s feast of the Sto. Niño. More than just bringing images of Sto. Nino in procession, offering to it flowers and clothing it arbitrarily, people should also try to manifest their devotion to the Holy Child Jesus by giving attention to the children who

Catholic school reps gather to discuss DepEd’s K + 12 program

2012-01-16T20:31:00.000-08:00

The Catholic Educational Association of the Philippines (CEAP) National Basic Education Commission gathered representatives of Catholic schools nationwide to discuss the preparation for the implementation this school year of the K+12 program of the Department of Education. More than 1,000 representatives attended the forum last January 12 at the Marian Auditorium of Miriam College. Also in

Cubao diocese declares 2012 Youth Formation Year

2012-01-16T20:11:00.001-08:00

The Ministry for Youth Affairs of the Diocese of Cubao has declared 2012 as MYA formation year. The launching is slated on January 21 during the diocesan culmination of the CBCP Year of the Youth on the 10th floor of the Obispado de Cubao building, from 6-9 pm. Organizers sent an invitation to parishes and various communities inviting at least two representatives to participate at the

CEAP calls for fair trial on Corona

2012-01-16T20:02:00.001-08:00

The Catholic Educational Association of the Philippines (CEAP) called for a fair hearing as Senate convened today to start the impeachment trial of Supreme Court Chief Justice Reynato Corona. As this is the first time in the country that an impeachment case is brought against the Chief Justice, the group said the trial must be an opportunity for the country to live up to the ideals enshrined

‘Bl. Pedro Calungsod shows youth can be saints’

2012-01-12T00:20:00.001-08:00

The looming canonization of Bl. Pedro Calungsod is an encouragement to young Filipinos to stand firm in their faith, even in exchange for their lives. According to Fr. Conegundo Garganta, the teenage boy, who was a 17-year-old sacristan and catechist who was killed in Guam while accompanying his Jesuit superior in doing missionary work, gives Filipino youth a model worthy of emulation.

Ateneo urges students, public to donate extra Christmas gifts to ‘Sendong’ victims

2012-01-10T03:14:00.000-08:00

Got Christmas gifts you have no use for? Donate them to the Ateneo de Manila University (AdMU) than keep them on the shelf to gain dust and your gifts may just feed a family who was left homeless because of Typhoon Sendong’s wrath. The Jesuit-run AdMU is calling on its students and the general public to “pass on” or “hand down” the extra gifts they received during the recent yuletide season

CEAP renews campaign vs mining in Palawan

2012-01-09T23:49:00.001-08:00

The string of environmental disasters happening in the country prompted the Catholic Education Association of the Philippines (CEAP) to again urge its member-schools to continue the campaign against mining in Palawan and other key biodiversity areas in the country. “In the face of these disasters, the call for the government to take a stand for the people, to end the wanton destruction of

Homiliya ni Manila Archbishop Luis Antonio Tagle sa Misa sa Quirino Grandstand sa Kapistahan ng Poong Hesus Nazareno

2012-01-09T04:50:00.000-08:00

Homiliya ni Manila Archbishop Luis Antonio Tagle sa Misa sa Quirino Grandstand sa Kapistahan ng Poong Hesus Nazareno January 09, 2012 - Monday Maligayang piyesta po sa inyong lahat. Marami po sa atin ang pumarito at mananatili upang dalhin sa Panginoon ang ating mga panalangin, mga kahilingan, ang ating mga sugat, mga problema, mga hinaing. Sa atin pong pagtitipon, alalahanin natin ang

Antipolo youth had vocation festival during diocesan youth day

2012-01-05T21:22:00.000-08:00

The Ministry for Youth Affairs of the Diocese of Antipolo continue to gather the youth through its annual Diocesan Youth Day last Dec. 27-29, 2011 at the San Isidro Labrador Parish, Marikina City which was hosted by the Vicariate of Our Lady of Aranzazu. More than 500 participants from 4 participating parochial schools, 3 youth organizations, and 49 parishes all over the diocese attended the

CEAP reports on mobilization efforts for CDO and Iligan

2012-01-05T08:49:00.001-08:00

After almost three weeks of the aftermath of Typhoon Sendong, relief efforts are still pouring. According to the Catholic Education Association of the Philippines (CEAP), their president, Fr. Gregg Banaga Jr., CM, appealed to all CEAP member school to support the mobilization efforts for those affected by the inundation caused by the typhoon in Cagayan de Oro Cit, Iligan City and other parts

Sangguniang Kabataan to be reformed

2012-01-05T08:44:00.001-08:00

In the issue concerning the abolition of the Sangguniang Kabataan (SK), the Aquino administration wants to reform the whole system of the SK in the country, an official from the youth commission said last Tuesday. In a government-run television program, Usec. Leon Flores, chairman of the National Youth Commission emphasized that reform is what the SK needs, not its abolition. “Reform on the

Young people offer new hope to the world, pope says

2012-01-04T07:30:00.000-08:00

Highlighting the contribution young people can make in the society marked with growing discontent due to the crisis happening in the world of labor and economy, Pope Benedict XVI said the young can offer new hope to the world if they are educated in justice and peace. The pope said he is convinced that the young people, with their enthusiasm and idealism, can contribute in the building of a

Praying as a family strengthens bonds, boosts communication

2012-01-04T07:23:00.001-08:00

While going on family outings, sharing meals at home, and doing other such activities together help strengthen the family bond, praying together may foster a kind of closeness between parents and children – and between siblings – that goes more deeply than what shared fun and excitement can bring. Lenni Manalang Garcia and her five siblings, father and mother took turns leading the rosary,

Bacolod strengthens BECs through Parish Youth Day

2011-12-23T21:42:00.001-08:00

Around 400 youth participants from 33 Basic Ecclesial Communities (BEC) of the diocese attended the Parish Youth Day of the Our Lady of Lourdes Parish in Taloc, Bago City yesterday. The assembly centered on the theme “Pamantan-on, Paglaum sang Pagbag-o sang Simbahan kag Kalig-onan sang Pagtoo” (Young People, Hope for Renewal in the Church and Steadfastness in Faith). The diocesan commission

Bacolod youth join nationwide tree planting activity

2011-12-23T21:37:00.001-08:00

In response to the invitation of the Episcopal Commission on Youth to plant at least one million trees nationwide, the Diocesan Commission on Youth planted at least 300 seedlings at Sitio Lantawan, Brgy. Guimbalaon, Silay City last December 11. The Episcopal Commission on Youth (ECY), on the celebration of its 25th year, has urged the Filipino youth to concretely express their love for

Letter from Archbishop Luis Antonio Tagle

2011-12-19T07:49:00.000-08:00

Circular No. 2011 – 6319 December 2011 TO: ALL PARISH PRIESTS, RECTORS OF SHRINES, AND CHAPLAINS IN THE ARCHDIOCESE OF MANILA RE: SECOND COLLECTION FOR CAGAYAN DE ORO AND ILIGAN Dear Brother Priests, Greetings of peace in the Lord! Typhoon Sendong that struck Northern Mindanao and some parts of the Visayas left thousands of families affected and hundreds of lives lost. This calamity

Palo continues youth program despite YOTY culmination

2011-12-18T23:29:00.000-08:00

The Commission on Youth of Palo Archdiocese said that events for the youth will continue to be held despite the culmination of the celebration of the CBCP Year of the Youth. Palo Youth Director Fr. Manuel Baybay Jr. said that programs for the youth had been started this year not only in connection with the celebration of the CBCP Year of the Youth but also in view of the

Faithful urged to spend more time in prayer, less in techie gadgets

2011-12-17T08:26:00.001-08:00

Manila Archbishop Luis Antonio Tagle has urged the faithful to spend the days leading to Christmas as occasions to deepen one’s prayer life and worship of God. He called on the congregation to “recover this sense of worship [and] resting in God, for us to relish the salvation that comes to us in Jesus.” “We are asked during these days and on Christmas Day to be a worshipping people, to pray,

Youth challenged to proclaim God’s love; be role models to others

2011-12-17T07:48:00.001-08:00

At the closing liturgy of the celebration of the CBCP Year of the Youth, December 15, Episcopal Commission on Youth Vice-Chairman and San Fernando Auxiliary Bishop Roberto Mallari challenged the young people to continue proclaim the truth of God’s love and become role models to fellow youth. Mallari said it is important that there are young people who will proclaim the truth of God’s Love and

Malolos’ outstanding youth conferred with Blessed Pedro Calungsod award

2011-12-15T21:50:00.001-08:00

Some 59 outstanding young people in the diocese of Malolos were conferred with Blessed Pedro Calungsod Award during the Diocesan Youth Big Day last December 10. The diocesan commission on youth which organized the affair anticipated that this year’s celebration would bring young people to a renewed living of their Christian faith, to stand firm and strong in the pursuit of transforming

Prelate: Church's work for the youth continues beyond YOTY

2011-12-15T08:20:00.001-08:00

Even if the CBCP Year of the Youth (YOTY) draws to a close today, the Episcopal Commission on Youth (ECY) said there is "much work" to be done for the youth ministry, especially to reach out to the "unchurched" young people. ECY chairman and Legazpi, Albay Bishop Joel Baylon said while the Church reminisced the milestones of its work with the youth for the last 25 years during the YOTY, it

Malolos holds diocesan youth day

2011-12-15T08:14:00.001-08:00

More than 1600 young people from Malolos diocese gathered at the Bulacan Capitol Gymnasium to celebrate the diocesan youth big day, youth jam 3 and the Annual Blessed Pedro Calungsod Leadership Awards. Themed “Planted and built up in Jesus Christ, firm in the faith”, the December 10 youth gathering started with a Youth Walk from the Malolos Cathedral to the Bulacan Capitol Gym to protest

IT IS THE LORD Homily of His Excellency Most Reverend Luis Antonio G. Tagle, DD Metropolitan Archbishop of Manila

2011-12-14T10:41:00.001-08:00

IT IS THE LORD Homily of His Excellency Most Reverend Luis Antonio G. Tagle, DD Metropolitan Archbishop of Manila My dear friends, sisters and brothers in the Lord, We are in the holy season of Advent, a time to prepare for the coming of the Messiah through prayer, penance and good works. A few days ago a friend told me that my coming into the Archdiocese of Manila as its 32nd

Palo ends Year of the Youth through YouthFest

2011-12-13T21:30:00.001-08:00

The Youth Commission of the Archdiocese of Palo will hold its Annual Archdiocesan YouthFest at the Tacloban City Convention Center on Dec. 17, Saturday, to culminate the celebration of the CBCP Year of the Youth. Youth Commission director Fr. Manuel Baybay Jr., said the youthfest is an annual event but because the celebration of the year of the youth is ending by Dec. 16, they planned the

Youth Commission ends Year of the Youth with liturgical celebration

2011-12-13T21:23:00.001-08:00

The Episcopal Commission on Youth of the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of the Philippines will conclude the celebration of the CBCP Year of the Youth through a liturgical celebration on December 15 at the Manila Cathedral. The concluding rites will be presided by ECY Chairman and Legazpi Bishop Joel "Bong" Baylon, DD. Bishop Joel Baylon in an interview over church-run radio Veritas said that

Youth pledge to remain committed in ministry after 'Year of the Youth'

2011-12-12T21:08:00.001-08:00

Some 150 youth leaders from parishes and organizations in the Diocese of Laoag committed themselves to a more active youth ministry in their respective settings even after the celebration of the CBCP-Year of the Youth has ended. The commitment was made by the youth leaders during the just concluded three-day Diocesan Youth Leaders Assembly (DYLA). Convened by the Diocesan Youth Commission,

Newly installed Manila Archbishop inspires youth

2011-12-12T21:06:00.001-08:00

The installation of Archbishop Luis Antonio Tagle, a former Chief Squire and K of C Supreme Council Scholar, as the 32nd Manila Archbishop serves as an inspiration to the young ones, most especially to the Columbian Squires, the official youth organization of the Knights of Columbus (K of C) in the country to produce more youth leaders who will serve fellow Filipinos and the nation. “…we are

Archbishop Tagle's Homily

2011-12-12T09:46:00.000-08:00

Archbishop Tagle's Homily The Official Photo of Most Rev. Luis Antonio Tagle, DDArchbishop of Manila Homily of His Excellency Most Reverend Luis Antonio G. Tagle, DD Metropolitan Archbishop of Manila My dear friends, sisters and brothers in the Lord, We are in the holy season of Advent, a time to prepare for the coming of the Messiah through prayer, penance and good works. A

Christian Bautista commended as ASEAN youth exemplar

2011-12-10T09:41:00.001-08:00

Christian Bautista, a multi-awarded singer and actor received a plaque of commendation from the National Youth Commission after his rendition of some of his hit songs during the Farewell Ceremonies for the 38th Ship for Southeast Asian Youth Program (SSEAYP) held at Pier 13, South Harbor Port Area, Manila. Bautista was commended for his exemplary contribution in the field of entertainment

The Simbang Gabi Novena

2011-12-08T21:01:00.001-08:00

By Fr. Tirso Villaverde Contributing Editor “Ang Pasko ay sumapit! Tayo ay magsiawit ng magagandang himig dahil sa ang Diyos ay pagibig…” For most Filipinos, even for those who may have grown up here in the United States, the Christmas season is incomplete without hearing “Ang Pasko ay Sumapit” at least once during the season of Christmas. Whether we want to

Jaro holds ‘seminary days’, fun run for vocations

2011-12-08T19:44:00.001-08:00

The Archdiocese of Jaro held a fun run for vocation as a culminating activity for the Archdiocesan Vocation Awareness Month. Joining the run on November 26 were lay faithful of all ages, religious from different congregations, parents and teachers of seminarians and some members of the clergy. The fun run kicked off November 26 as the archdiocese revived its “Seminary Days” and began a

Cebu culminates Year of the Youth with a fun run

2011-12-07T21:55:00.001-08:00

Days before the culmination of the CBCP Year of Youth on December 16, the Cebu’s Archdiocesan Commission on Youth will culminate it with a Fun Run for a Cause on December 11. Organizers said the event highlights the nationwide culmination of the one-year celebration of the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of the Philippines (CBCP) Year of the Youth celebrated from16 December 2010-16 December

Novaliches to hold diocesan youth day

2011-12-07T21:50:00.001-08:00

The Commission on Youth of the Diocese of Novaliches (COYNova) will culminate the celebration of the CBCP Year of the Youth through a diocesan youth camp on December 10 at the Metro Manila College from 7:30AM-10:00PM. Organizers said that this year’s DYD celebration entitled “Ignite Nova” will be a gathering of all the youth of the Diocese of Novaliches, most especially of past, present and

Parañaque holds youth fest to culminate Year of the Youth

2011-12-07T05:38:00.001-08:00

The parish youth commissions of the vicariate of San Martin de Porres in Parañaque, together with the diocesan youth commission are holding a youth fest to culminate the celebration of the CBCP-Year of the Youth. The youth festival, also called 3rd Resound event will be launch on December 10 at Mary Help of Christians Parish. Diocesan youth coordinator Peter Pardo, explained than this

Eco watchdog lauds LGU’s efforts to reduce plastic wastes

2011-12-06T06:35:00.001-08:00

The efforts of the local government units to reduce the plastic pollution in the country drew commendation from a group of environmental activists. Environment watchdog EcoWaste Coalition has lauded the continuous efforts of local government units to address the problem of plastic waste that often clogged rivers and waterways. Four other cities have recently joined the roster of other local

Parañaque holds youth fest to culminate Year of the Youth

2011-12-06T06:29:00.001-08:00

Light Up For Christ

2011-12-06T00:47:00.001-08:00

CBCP-YOTY Feature: At Christmas we honor the birth of Jesus Christ. At times our Savior is forgotten in the commercialization of the season and the rush to get ready for holiday festivities. Each year the Knights of Columbus takes a leading role in reminding society that Christmas is first and foremost a holy day. One of the best ways to do this is participating in the Order’s

Love Rocks! Forum intensify in Cebu

2011-12-05T23:23:00.001-08:00

500 young people from the Salesian Youth Movement and Cebu Archdiocesan Youth Commission gathered for half day Love Rocks! Forum in Don Bosco Technology Center, Punta Princesa, Cebu City last Dec. 2. According to the organizers, the difference of the youth forum in Cebu was the delegates who attended are the delegates of the Salesian Youth Movement (SYM) National Assembly Days who came from

Parish Youth Commitment Statement for the CBCP Year of the Youth

2011-12-05T09:34:00.001-08:00

Parish Youth Commitment Statement for the CBCP Year of the Youth by Ministry for Youth Affairs On January 22, 2011, the Ministry for Youth Affairs of the Diocese of Cubao locally launched the CBCP Year of the Youth. During the launching, the three sectors of MYA-Cubao crafted their respective commitment statement for the CBCP Year of the Youth We, the Filipino Catholic

Welcome to Quiapo Church

2011-12-05T09:28:00.001-08:00

Welcome to Quiapo Church Quiapo Church, located at Plaza Miranda along Quezon Boulevard, Manila, is home to the 17th century life-sized image of the Black Nazarene. Many Filipinos have a devotion to the Black Nazarene. Many experienced the miraculous healings and answered prayers of the Lord of the Black Nazarene. Quiapo Church is a center for pilgrimage of Filipinos from all over.

6,000 Dagupan Youth Choose to LIVE PURE!

2011-12-05T00:23:00.001-08:00

6,000 Dagupan Youth Choose to LIVE PURE! PANGASINAN – Last November 21-25, 2011, the Live Pure Movement went to different towns of Pangasinan to conduct Live Pure Chastity Forums in the different Catholic schools of Lingayen-Dagupan as initiated by Archbishop Socrates B. Villegas, D.D. The Live Pure team who went to the schools was composed of RJ Moriones, Julius Eguia, Sabrina Gasgonia and

Youth Commission endorses Christian Meditation Conference

2011-12-04T21:09:00.001-08:00

The Episcopal Commission on Youth Chairman and Legazpi Bishop Joel Baylon has endorsed the Christian Meditation Conference for young people to be held at SM Megamall’s Chapel of the Eucharistic Lord in Ortigas Center, Pasig City on Dec. 6 and 7. The conference, which is organized by the World Community for Christian Meditation (WCCM) Philippines, presents an opportunity especially for the

Christmas concert highlights youth's role in Church, society

2011-12-03T06:33:00.001-08:00

Young achievers in various spheres of Church and society are set to inspire and challenge fellow youth in a Christmas concert that highlights young people’s contribution to social development. Themed “Kabataang Pilipino: Handog sa Bayan at Simbahan,” the Christmas carol festival features young achievers in the field of entertainment and arts, politics and philanthropy. As recognized leaders

Give oneself to others this Christmas, youth told

2011-12-02T03:59:00.001-08:00

Anticipating the birth of Christ and celebrating Christmas should not only signal the season of receiving gifts, but also of giving oneself as gift to others. This is what Legazpi Bishop Joel Baylon urged the youth as he warned them from focusing entirely on parties, sales, gift-giving, travels and bonuses that abound this Christmas season. Baylon, who chairs the Episcopal Commission on

Prelature of Isabel de Basilan Diocesan Youth Formation Program (DYFP) Sta. Isabel de Portugal Cathedral Parish Isabela City, Basilan

2011-12-01T19:41:00.001-08:00

Prelature of Isabel de Basilan Diocesan Youth Formation Program (DYFP) Sta. Isabel de Portugal Cathedral Parish Isabela City, Basilan National Youth Day Cross Pilgrimage June 6-8, 2011 Theme: “Stand Firm in Faith… Do all your works in love” (1 Cor 16: 13-14) Basilan - More than 50 Youth from the Prelature of Isabela de Basilan attended National Youth Day Cross Pilgrimage last

Youth solidify anti-RH Bill stand during Mt. Samat pilgrimage

2011-11-28T21:52:00.001-08:00

Following the Annual Mt. Samat Pilgrimage, the people, especially the young people of the diocese of Balanga and from other diocese in the Central Luzon Region solidifies their stand against the proposed RB bill last Nov. 26, in Mt. Samat, Balanga, Bataan. Jerome Tuazon, a 4th high school student and former staffer of the school paper, Extra, was one of the marshals who went around getting

Balanga honors outstanding youth during pilgrimage

2011-11-28T06:48:00.001-08:00

n a first for the diocese, the Diocesan Youth Ministry (DYM) of Balanga officially recognized outstanding youth leaders during the annual Mt. Samat Youth pilgrimage last Saturday. Models to 'look up to' Following an encouragement from the CBCP – Episcopal Commission on Youth to honor young, inspiring leaders in celebration of the CBCP – Year of the Youth, Balanga recognized Jay Quicho, Allen

25 youth from Bacolod join NYD

2011-11-27T06:46:00.001-08:00

Twenty-five pilgrims from Bacolod diocese headed by the Diocesan Commission on Youth (DCY) director Fr. Arnold Deletina participated in the recently concluded National Youth Day held in Manila. More than 3,000 youth from different dioceses and youth organizations across the country joined the National Youth Day (NYD) in Manila on November 14-19. The Federation of National Youth

GININTUANG ADBIYENTO: PAGHAHANDA AT PAGHIHINTAY!

2011-11-26T07:03:00.001-08:00

GININTUANG ADBIYENTO: PAGHAHANDA AT PAGHIHINTAY! - HOMILY for the 1st SUNDAY OF ADVENT by FR. MIGZ R. CONCEPCION, III by Migz Reyes Concepcion III on Saturday, November 26, 2011 at 1:09pm Scriptural Readings: Isaiah 63:16b-17, 19b; 64:2b-7 / Psalm 79 / 1 Corinthians 1:3-9 / Mark 13:33-37 Noong nakaraang madaling-araw ng Biyernes, pinasinayaan at binuksan ang Ginintuang Jubileo ng

Cebu inaugurates Archdiocesan Youth Center

2011-11-25T02:01:00.001-08:00

A solemn blessing and inauguration was held last Nov. 12 for the Archdiocesan Youth Center for Spirituality and Skills Development in the Archdiocese of Cebu. The celebration was led by His Eminence Ricardo J. Cardinal Vidal, Archbishop Emeritus of Cebu and His Excellency Auxiliary Bishop Julito Cortes, who represented Archbishop Jose Palma, who was in Rome during the inauguration. More than

Bataan youth go on pilgrimage at Mt. Samat

2011-11-25T01:57:00.001-08:00

Young Catholics from all over Bataan will once again gather on the sacred grounds of Mt. Samat, as they celebrate life through the Annual Mt. Samat Pilgrimage in this momentous occasion of the Year of the Youth. In line with the celebration of the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of the Philippines-Year of the Youth (CBCP-Year of the Youth), the diocese of Balanga in Bataan will hold its 8th

Climate crisis tackled in national youth forum

2011-11-24T07:20:00.001-08:00

More than 200 Filipino children and youths from across the country gathered recently for a national forum to address the issue on climate change. The youth workshop dubbed as Pinoy+Youth+Power in a Changing Climate was part of the National Climate Change Consciousness Week with the theme ‘Creating Convergence on Climate Change’. The climate forum aimed to mainstream the participation of

Metro kids harvest rice in Luneta Park

2011-11-23T19:55:00.001-08:00

More than 500 students from elementary and secondary schools in Metro Manila experienced harvesting rice in an event led by PhilRice at Luneta Park, Nov. 18. The event, co-sponsored by the Department of Agriculture, was part of the series of activities for the National Rice Awareness Month this November. Established in 2003, the rice garden showcases the art and science of rice farming for

National Youth Day 2011 (Diocese of Novaliches)

2011-11-22T20:43:00.001-08:00

National Youth Day 2011 by Roy Wilson Villafania The National Youth Day is a great celebration of faith by Filipino young people coming from different parts of the country. In fact, this year’s national celebration of the NYD became more significant, as this event falls within the CBCP Year of the Youth on the

Share everything you have—bishop told youth

2011-11-21T22:06:00.001-08:00

Bangued Bishop Leopoldo Jaucian in his honily last Nov. 17 at the Miraculous Medal Shrine in Muntinlupa for the 4th day of the celebration of the National Youth Day shared that young people must share to others what they have. Bishop Jaucian talked about the cross and the three aspects of the Eucharist which are Presence, Sacrifice and Mission. The bishop explained the importance of the

25 youth ministers awarded

2011-11-21T04:51:00.001-08:00

Twenty Five youth ministers from all over the Philippines were awarded with the Blessed John Paul II youth ministry awards yesterday, Nov. 18 at the celebration of the Grand Festival Night of the National Youth Day in Cuneta Astrodome. Bp. Bobet Mallari with Fr. Conegundo Garganta giving the awards. Courtesy: Alvin Lorenzo They, who have championed the youth and the youth ministry in the

Young people must know Jesus—says speaker

2011-11-21T04:43:00.001-08:00

Atty. Bobby Quitain a lawyer and a former missionary was asked by delegates on how he could build up his faith in Christ. The speaker/sharer responded that “You have to know Him”. This was the line yesterday at the Don Bosco Technical College festival site where Atty. Bobby Quitain was the speaker for the topic: “Faith built up in Christ”. Quitain further elaborated the topic and stressed

A delegates point of view..Struggles!

2011-11-21T04:18:00.003-08:00

National Youth Day 2011 on its 4th day was really a continuity of the blessings in deepening youth faith since 1st day. NYD delegates in Don Bosco Technical College Mandaluyong during the plenary session As the theme of the celebration “Planted and Built Up in Jesus Christ, Firm in the Faith”, the reflection of the 4th Day was still in the focus on how to deepen “faith”. The gospel of the

To be “Planted and built up in Jesus Christ makes the youth Firm in the Faith”

2011-11-21T04:09:00.001-08:00

The Parable of the two builders who made in the stone and in sand reminds us that there is a growing mentality of relativism which holds everything that is equally valid. Some of the NYD delegates in Mary Help of Christians National Shrine Pope Benedict XVI said in during the World Youth Day 2011 celebration in Madrid, Spain that the youth are the “Energy of the Hope. With your presence,

An experience that is priceless—young people

2011-11-21T03:46:00.001-08:00

The celebration of the National Youth Day in five festival sites in Metro Manila that was attended by young people all over the country became meaningful and a blessing. Pilgrims in the Mary Help of Christian Parish in Paranaque celebrating the thanksgiving mass During the Grand Festival Night, the highlight event of the NYD celebration, young people from other parts of the country feel

Inspired young singer behind NYD theme song

2011-11-21T03:42:00.001-08:00

On the closing night of the National Youth Day celebration last Friday, Nov. 18, many guests performers were present to celebrate with the youth pilgrims all over the Philippines in Cuneta Astrodome. Daryl Leong, the voice behind the NYD theme song entitled “Make A Stand”. He is currently part of the youth organization Youth for Christ sang the theme song for the celebration of the National

Morales siblings led the Youth to right path

2011-11-21T03:27:00.001-08:00

Before the official launching of the celebration of the National Youth Day, a young actor/singer turned to be the face of NYD with him as the major teasers and AVPs endorser of NYD. Makisig Morales, a young actor has become the endorser of the National Youth Day and together with his elder sister Mayumi, a singer, were present during the Grand Festival Night last Friday, Nov. 18 at the

Composer reveals “Make a Stand” story

2011-11-20T21:56:00.001-08:00

MANILA, Nov. 21, 2011 – The celebration of the National Youth Day as one of the highlights for the celebration of the CBCP Year of Youth ended last Friday with the Grand Festival Night, “Make a Stand” composer Jude Gitamondoc reveals the story of the NYD theme song. Prior to the CBCP-Year of the Youth, Gitamondoc revealed that the song was composed years for a play titled “Zephyrin: The

THE KING IS A SERVANT-LEADER!

2011-11-20T08:26:00.001-08:00

THE KING IS A SERVANT-LEADER! - HOMILY for CHRIST THE KING SUNDAY by Fr. MIGZ REYES CONCEPCION, III Scriptural Readings: Ezekiel 34:11-12, 15-17 / Psalm 22 / 1 Corinthians 15:20-26, 28 / Matthew 25:31-46 Ano ang hari? - makapangyarihan - tagapamahala - siya ay pinuno at namumuno - maraming alipin --- pinagsisilbihan - mayaman - malaki ang nasasakupan

NATIONAL YOUTH CROSS VISITATION AT ARCHDIOCESE OF SAN FERNANDO PAMPANGA

2011-11-20T07:48:00.001-08:00

NATIONAL YOUTH CROSS VISITATION AT ARCHDIOCESE OF SAN FERNANDO PAMPANGA, held on the 12 -14th day of July 2011. DAY 1 (July 12, 2011) at NSYA Arrival at Robinsons Starmills Pampanga. Arrival at San Fernando Eucharistics CElebration TAIZE Prayer Night During the Stay of the cross Departure at San Fernando Cathedral

NYD NOVALICHES DELEGATION 2011

2011-11-10T09:44:00.001-08:00

NYD NOVALICHES DELEGATION 2011 Are Ready ! ! !

Nat’l Youth Day to pursue role in social change

2011-11-09T19:02:00.000-08:00

The upcoming celebration of the National Youth Day highlights the potential of the youth to contribute for change amidst social problems confronting church and society today, an official of the Catholic Bishops Conference said. Fr. Conegundo Garganta, executive secretary of the Episcopal Commission on Youth said NYD 2011is also a challenge for church leaders to recognize the need to

DB Tondo are ready now for NYD 2011.

2011-11-09T03:07:00.000-08:00

DB Tondo are ready now for NYD 2011.

we are ready

2011-11-08T23:56:00.000-08:00

NYD ID and Bag for delegates

What is YouthPinoy!?

2011-11-08T06:52:00.000-08:00

штат блу маунтин What is YouthPinoy!? Hits: 975Category: About Who Are We? YouthPinoy is an alliance of young Filipinos who bear witness to their Catholic faith through creative means of expression published in the World Wide Web. We may have come from different parishes, organizations and schools with different charisms, but we are one in

Jaro Parish Youth Ministry marks 20th anniversary

2011-11-08T06:29:00.001-08:00

The Jaro Parish Youth Ministry (JPYM) celebrated its 20th Anniversary last October 29 participated by the young people of JPYM, priests and parishioners, parish coordinators and lay leaders of different barangays. (Photo Courtesy: Jaro Parish Youth Ministry Facebook page) Themed “JPYM@20: Hawak Kamay na Naglalakbay”, the celebration was preceded by 20-day festivities on top was the

Thousands of youth pray the rosary for world peace on 11-11-11

2011-11-08T06:22:00.001-08:00

A prayer event dubbed “Eleven Eleven Eleven” will mobilize around 11,000 youth nationwide to pray the rosary for world peace. “Eleven Eleven Eleven” will be held on November 11, 2011 at 11:00 o’clock in the morning with the Cathedral of St. John the Evangelist in Dagupan City as the focal point. Christian Brothers’ De LaSalle schools, Saint Paul de Chartres Schools’ nationwide and the MAPSA

Manila archdiocese, JesCom to hold concert for Pinoy youth

2011-11-08T06:16:00.001-08:00

The Archdiocese of Manila’s Commission on Youth and Campus Ministry office together with the Jesuit Communications Foundation (JesCom) are organizing a Christmas concert for the Filipino youth in celebration of the CBCP Year of the Youth. “The Year of the Youth is the Catholic Church’s way of showing its undying love for and hope in the Filipino youth,” explained Fr. Nono Alfono, SJ,

Cebu to hold Archdiocesan Youth Congress

2011-11-08T06:08:00.001-08:00

Before the Catholic Bishops Conference of the Philippines’ (CBCP) ‘Year of the Youth’ ends this December, the young people of the Archdiocese of Cebu will hold their 5th Archdiocesan Youth Congress on Nov. 25-27 at Boy Scout Camp in Capitol Hills, Cebu City. With the theme: “Cebu’s Youth: Standing Firm in the Faith, Doing all our Work in Love for Life”, the congress aims to respond to an

FYM Participated in the CBCP 1M-TREE PLANTING PROJECT

2011-11-07T21:50:00.000-08:00

The year 2011 is a grace-filled year for the Philippine Catholic Church. We are celebrating the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of the Philippines (CBCP) Year of the Youth and 25th Anniversary of the Episcopal Commission on Youth (ECY). Among the meaningful activities for these double celebration was the CBCP 1M-Tree Planting Project that aims to concretize the youth's love for the God-given