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CHBC-1213-10 INDIVISA MANENT CENTRAL HOUSE BULLETIN Page 1 of 3 26 November - 09 December 2012 READING— JOHN 18:33-37 seen Him and have touched and heard Him and have For this I was born and for this I came into the world, known Him to be full of grace and love (John 1:14). to testify to the truth. St. La Salle’s vision of the school invites us similarly Everyone who belongs to the truth listens to my voice. to create the means so that everything in this world that we know speaks well of the goodness of our God. REFLECTION For in the end, that is the truth that is the foundation St. La Salle writes about excellence when he says in of our faith. Where in our school do we experience Rules I Impose Upon Myself: God’s goodness? Who in our schools helps us most to It is a good rule of conduct to make no distinction believe that God lives among us? between the matters proper to one’s state and the business of one’s salvation and perfection; and RESPONSE to be convinced that one will never work better Dear God, We give thanks for places of simplicity and for one’s salvation and will never acquire greater peace. Let us find such a place within ourselves. We perfection, than by accomplishing the duties of give thanks for places of refuge and beauty. Let us one’s daily employment, provided that one carries find such a place within ourselves. We give thanks for these out in view of God’s intention. places of nature’s truth and freedom, of joy, inspiration, and renewal, places where all creatures may find It was thus that in the Lasallian school, De La Salle acceptance and belonging. Let us search for these endeavored to train young people so that they could places in the world, in ourselves, and in others. Let us participate in society and in the world of work, but do restore them. Let us strengthen them and protect them so in a Christian spirit. And in society and the world of and let us create them. work, the Lasallian was to mediate God’s presence. May we mend this outer world according to the truth The celebration of Christ’s Kingship is a celebration of our inner life and may our souls be shaped and of the truth that God dwells among us and we have nourished by nature’s eternal wisdom. AMEN. BIRTHDAYS “Preparing for school was always a thrill. Everyday, the unexpected happened and 26 NOV Paolo Mata nFSC (Philippines) that is what teaching and learning is all 27 NOV Dr. Estrella Castañeda AFSC about. It was the best of times, the worst of times and it all depended on you. And 30 NOV John Win Kyaw nFSC (Myanmar) so from the very start, I was determined 03 DEC Rebecca Cruz (DLSP-ASU) to make it the best of times. 05 DEC Dexter Doria (DLSP-ADM) If things are not right, if things are not 08 DEC Br. Noel Hrang Lal FSC happy where you are going, make sure that when you are there, LA SALLE SUPERVISED SCHOOL things will be different.” STUDENTS WIN IN WRITING CONTEST —Br. Ceci Hojilla FSC Students of the College of St. John-Roxas, a La Salle supervised school, placed within http://youtu.be/7uZelKQNj64?hd=1 the top five of several categories in the 2012 Division Schools Press Conference (DSPC), CHBC-1213-10 INDIVISA MANENT Page 2 of 3 26 November - 09 December 2012 SECTOR LEADER/DLSP PRESIDENT CONVENES JOINT COUNCIL Br. JJ Jimenez FSC called together the Sector Council, standing committees (Governance, Education, Formation National Mission Council, Lasallian Partners Council & Vocations, Advocacy & Social Engagement and and the Presidents’ Circle for a two-day Joint Council Resource Mobilization & Management) to review and Planning Workshop held at the Multipurpose Hall of the give recommendations on the proposed programs and Br. Andrew Gonzalez Hall of De La Salle University. activities of the DLSP-Central House Administration. The gathering was intended to provide a forum for The joining of these councils is a perfect example of the established Councils to work together in the Shared Mission for a more collaborative and effective direction and animation of the Lasallian Mission for the direction-setting for De La Salle Philippines. next three years. The Councils were broken into five LA SALLE SUPERVISED... CONTINUED and learn from one another in the true Lasallian spirit of communion in mission. a three-day activity of Individual/Group contests for writing and radio broadcasting. In his opening message, Br. Jose Mari Jimenez FSC, DLSP President, addressed the question “Why do we We congratulate the following students for their need to work together?” and in the process, stressed the exceptional skills: Geraldine Estelle Borres, 4th year— importance of shared effort and collaborative endeavor Champion, Photojournalism-Filipino; Dionela Bigcas, 4th in the pursuit of the Lasallian Mission in the country. year— Champion, Editorial Writing-Filipino; Francesca He capped his short message with a challenge for Angelica Culala,1st year— 3rd Place, News Writing- members of the Lasallian communities to continue the English; Dhanna Ariane Blancaver, 1st year— 4th place, work of building safer communities and to support the Feature Writing-English; Sheena Lyn Brillantes, 1st programs and initiatives of the DLSP network through year— 5th Place, News Writing-Filipino; Kobe Barbasa, the Lasallian Institute for the Environment (LIFE) and 2nd year— 3rd place, Photojournalism-English. the Food Institute for greener and healthier Lasallian schools all over the country. —Report by Mr. Bob FIRST DLSP ADVANCEMENT COUNCIL Bergante, USLS WORKSHOP The first Advancement Council Workshop, spearheaded DLSP HR CONSULTANT by the DLSP Development Unit, was held last 18-19 DLSP extends a belated welcome October at the Angelo King International Convention to Mr. Albert Entao, who started Center in Manila. The two-day event was attended by last September 2012 to head the heads of the Development and Advancement units of Human Resource Development the different schools under the DLSP network. Services team. His vast knowledge and experience in With the theme “Share to Learn”, the workshop was the field is a great boon to the a fitting occasion for all the advancement-minded Central House Administration participants to share their experiences and best (CHA) and the network of DLSP practices in fund raising work, identify areas of synergy, schools. CHBC-1213-10 INDIVISA MANENT Page 3 of 3 26 November - 09 December 2012 LIVING THE ANIMO! On 18 October, Mr. Oribe with Mr. Willy L. Bleza (DLSP- LAFT National Coordinator) and other volunteers—Ms. Vivian Corilla (LMO Secretary); Ms. Cecile Ubalde (SWDO Secretary); Ms. Gerlie De Jesus (Admissions); Mr. Jayson Ledres (IS staff); Mr. William De Guzman (College staff); Mr. Cris Alegre (IT staff); and Mr. Doi Villena (SWDO Director)— went to Lumban, Laguna. There were 529 families who received our donations. Then on 29 October, Mr. Oribe, Ms. Corilla, Ms. Ubalde, Ms. De Jesus and Mr. Ledres were joined by new volunteers— Mr. Perci Coguimbal (Discpline Officer); On 09 November, members of La Salle Green Hills High Mr. Quincey (Library Staff); and Mr. Gil Ramos (LMO)— School Batch’78 travelled to Jaime Hilario Integrated visited Bay, Laguna. There were three areas that School-La Salle in Bagac, Bataan. They brought a brand received goods: Tent City, Paaralang Elemantarya ng new 5-KVA Promax generator set, a brand new 40-inch Bay and Galvez National High School. There were 475 screen Sony TV, plus boxes of children’s books and families who received goods. school supplies from the U.S. On top of this, to help the school recover from the devastating effects of the Finally, on 15 November, De La Paz, Biñan, Laguna last typhoon that hit the province, the batch gave one was visited by Mr. Oribe and crew along with new thousand U.S. dollars. volunteers— Mr. Jhon Ramiscal (IT Staff) and DLSP representatives Kae Bayono and Mannix Santos. The A short program was organized at the school’s covered team put a smile on the faces of 535 students who court to welcome the LSGH alumni and thank them for received additional blessings for their families. their donations. Selected students sang the opening — Prepared by Cecile Ubalde prayer and presented a folk dance number to show their utmost appreciation of the generous support they have received from the donors. To add more fun to the program, the LSGH Batch ’78 surprised everyone with a magic show. Students were on the edge of their seats watching, cheering and laughing in an hour of magic tricks and comic performances. The fun-filled day concluded with the giving of snacks and souvenir items from Batch ‘78, in cooperation with Dunkin’ Donuts. After the show, the alumni treated the Brothers, teachers and staff to a sumptuous meal at the Brothers’ House. To LSGH BATCH ’78, we salute you in your commitment and support of our Mission. Animo La Salle! —Report from Br. Manny Sia FSC EXTENDING A HELPING HAND, AN OUTREACH PROGRAM IN LAGUNA DLSP shared their extra resources to De La Salle University-Science and Technology Complex, formerly known as De La Salle Canlubang, to distribute blessings to those who are calling for help in Laguna area. An ocular inspection was done and three areas were selected. Mr. Melchor Oribe (SALO Director), as representative of DLSU-STC, headed the relief operation together with volunteers from the different sectors. They helped in repacking and in the distribution of goods. .