Apr'12

One community living up the Gospel through the service of the Lord and our fellow men

A PUBLICATION OF THE HYEHWADONG FILIPINO CATHOLIC COMMUNITY IN SEOUL ARCHDIOCESE

Volume 17 Issue 04 APRIL 2012

What’s Inside … Dying To Gain a New Life (An Easter

Message of the MSP Father Moderator) ······ 3

Philippines to expand poverty alleviation

scheme ··········································· 3

La comedia ····································· 3

South Korea Ministry of Gender Equality

and Family (MOGEF) signed an MOU

with Philippines Commission on Filipinos

Overseas (CFO) ······························· 4

Pinay is first immigrant on Korea’s

National Assembly ···························· 4

Franchising: Best Way for OFWs to

Start a Business ································ 5

How to Start a Franchise Business:

Five-Step Guide That Will Teach You ···· 5

HFCC Volunteers’ Basketball

Tournament opens ···························· 5

Likhaan ········································· 6

Winning in a Battle ··························· 7

The Lamb's Supper: The Bible and the

Mass ············································· 8

Mga Gintong Aral ni EL SHADDAI

(When Things Get Touch) ······················ 9

Roman Missal Changes ····················· 10

Daerim Community Celebrating 20th

Anniversary ··································· 11

Daerim Community… Lenten

Recollection ··································· 11

Ulat Komunidad ······························ 12

Announcements ······························ 13

Frequently Called Numbers ··············· 14

Daily Mass Readings (ORDO) ············· 14

Birthday Greetings ·························· 14

By: Ely Torres

A ng pagsasadula ng

pagkakapako sa Krus at

pagkamatay ng ating Panginoong

Hesukristo, o ang tinatawag na

Senakulo ay muling isinagawa sa

Hyehwadong noong unang araw

ng Abril sa taong kasalukuyan.

Ang mga volunteers ng Taerim

F i l i p i n o C o m m u n i t y a t

Hyehwadong ay nagtulong-tulong

upang maisagawa ito sa

pamamagitan ng awit. Ang mga

nagsiganap ay pinangunahan

nina Mike Olaso bilang

Hesukristo at Michael Panlilio na

gumanap namang Pilato.

Ang Senakulo ay tradisyonal na

pagsasadula ng mga pangyayari

hinggil sa mga dinanas ni

Hesukristo bago at pagkaraang

ipako siya sa krus. Hango ang

nasabing tradisyon sa Bibliya at

iba pang tekstong apokripa.

Kadalasang ginaganap ito sa

lansangan o kaya'y sa bakuran

ng simbahan, subalit sa

Hyehwadong, ito ay isinasagawa

sa loob ng simbahan bilang

pagbasa ng Ebanghelyo sa Banal

na Misa.

By: Ma. Teresa D. Solis

T he Honorable Vice President of the Phil-

ippines Jejomar C. Binay visited South

Korea last March 2012. He attended the Nu-

clear Security Summit as the representative of

President Benigno "Noynoy" Aquino III. The

summit aims to discuss safety and security

issues related to the use of nuclear materials. It

was held on Mar 26 ~ 27, 2012 together with

the other world leaders.

VP Binay arrived in Korea earlier than the

day of the summit to meet Filipino migrants.

He first visited Hyehwadong Community last

March 25, 2012. HFCC volunteers showed

their warm welcome to the Vice President when

he arrived at St Benedict's Parish Church. He

attended the Holy mass with his wife and

daughter, together with the other delegates from

the Philippines and the officials of Philippine

Embassy in Seoul. After the mass, he had the

chance to deliver his message to the churchgo-

ers. He encouraged everyone to be a law abid-

ing citizen and trust God for whatever happens

in this country. The community had the oppor-

tunity to take pictures with the Vice President.

He went directly to the Philippine Embassy

to attend the forum with the Filipino Commu-

nity Leaders. The program had the consular and

labor updates and some issues regarding OFWs

were discussed. There was a short video pres-

entation of the "History of Filipinos in South

Korea". Part of the program also was the

awarding of certificates by the Vice President

assisted by Ambassador Luiz T. Cruz. After the

forum, community leaders had dinner with him

and also a photo opportunity.

His Excellency Vice President Jejomar Binay with Fr. Alvin Parantar, MSP and Consul

General Silvia Marasigan.

Volume 17 Issue 04 One community living up the Gospel through the service of the Lord and our fellow men


An Easter Message of the MSP

Father Moderator

A few days ago, I went for a pastoral

visit to our mission in Davao City. Fr

Jun Tacaisan, the house animator, was sick on

the day I arrived. Then, his health condition

was getting worse, so, on the following day,

we brought him to a hospital.

While Fr Jun was lying in bed at the

Emergency Room waiting to stabilize his

blood pressure, another patient was brought in.

It was an eleven-year old boy who suffered a

big cut in his head because of a car accident.

The doctor had to do a surgery to close down

the gaping wound. However, no matter what

his mother did to convince him, the poor boy

simply couldn't take the needle for the

anesthesia. The surgeon came in to do all the

tricks and diplomatic explanation to convince

him as well, but to no avail. Everybody could

hear his scream at the top of his lungs every

time he saw a needle. He was thoroughly

scared and couldn't bear the pain as soon as

needles are pricked on his head.

Another extremely worried mother came

inside the Emergency Room to seek medical

assistance for her almost lifeless child due to a

very high fever. A first aid was accorded to the

little boy. He was only one year old and four

months, and the first child of the very anxious

mother. While the child seems to be already

out of danger under the heat of the klieg lights,

the mother couldn't hold her tears and couldn't

simply hide her angst and pain while lovingly

staring at her beloved child.

A day in the Emergency Room is just

enough to see a picture of how people suffer

from all sorts of pain, be it emotional,

psychological, physical or even spiritual pain.

Almost similar reactions have registered to

those who are facing this reality. If only they

could escape from pain and suffering, they

would do everything. Like the young boy, he

wanted to avoid it no matter how little pain

that small needle could cause. Likewise, a

young mother, however, silently and

confidently trusted that her child would live,

bore the pain of looking helplessly at her first-

born child. And, lastly, Fr Jun had to give up

painfully all his appointments: masses,

confession, and a wedding on that very day he

was admitted into a hospital for immediate

medical attention.

Jesus Christ himself, at one point, during his

most trying moment when he was grappling

with his impending death, was not spared from

feeling troubled and distressed. He said, "My

soul is sorrowful even to death". He then fell

to the ground and prayed to the Father asking

for the possibility of the “hour” to pass by him.

He said, "Abba Father, all things are possible

to you. Take this cup away from me, but not

what I will but what you will" (Mk 14: 33-36).

Life is indeed full of paradox. The young

boy had to suffer first the pain of the needle in

order get numb from the anesthesia and be

freed from subsequent pain. The mother had to

experience first that anxiety of losing her child

before she could appreciate the important gift

God has given her. And our Lord Jesus Christ

had to suffer first and die on the cross, before

He could experience the resurrection.

Everybody has to die to self in order to gain

a new life. It has been said again and again, but

it is a timely reminder for this season to

meaningfully go through the whole celebration

of the mystery of redemption. Pain and

suffering in the Christian world, inflicted by

humanity's sinful ways, will only have value

and meaning in the light of Jesus' own living

experience of his passion, and only then,

everyone would also share the joy of His

resurrection.

Have a Meaningful and Joy-filled Easter

Celebration! Mabuhay!

FR. ALFREDO G. AFRICA JR., MSP

MSP Father Moderator

Easter 2012

AFP News

T he Philippines plans to expand a

landmark poverty alleviation scheme

that provides cash aid to the country's poorest

households to benefit nearly five million

families, an official said Tuesday.

Three million households currently benefit

from the Conditional Cash Transfer programme,

which provides monetary assistance to families

under a number of conditions including that

they keep their children in school.

"We plan to continue to expand the

programme until all 4.8 million families in the

(poorest 20 percent of the population) are

covered," Finance Secretary Cesar Purisima

said.

The programme is seen as a key priority for

President Benigno Aquino who has proposed to

set aside 34.4 billion pesos ($800 million) for

the project in the government's 2012 budget.

The government office managing the cash

transfer programme said it hopes to cover all

4.8 million target families by 2014.

Over 26 percent of the Philippine population

of about 95 million people are considered by the

government to be living in poverty.

Begun by the previous government, Aquino

expanded the programme after he was elected in

2010, drawing from the experiences of other

countries that have had success in reducing

poverty through cash transfers.

Describing Aquino's views, Purisima said:

"Education is the great equaliser for the poor."

The scheme will also help ensure that

healthier, better-educated children will improve

the work force in the future, Purisima added.

Source: http://ph.news.yahoo.com/philippines-

expand-poverty-alleviation-scheme-175137011.html

L a Comedia, a variety show for a cause

was held at the Tongseong auditorium

in Hyewa-dong, Seoul, last April 8, 2012 at 2

pm. Selected Pinoy singers in Korea and special

guests Aljur Abrenica and Diego Llorico were

the main performers. The well-attended event

was organized by FEWA.

The FEWA officers sincerely thank the fol-

lowing for making the event successful: Philip-

pine Embassy Seoul; Philippine Overseas Labor

Office (POLO) South Korea; Hyewadong Fili-

pino Catholic Community (HFCC); ABC

World/Power Call; Metrobank; Woongjin

Foundation; Asia Air System Co. Ltd; Korean

Port Incheon Institute; KC Philippine Store and

Restaurant; Anna Kitchenette; Seoul Global

Center; Philtrust; Filipino Korean Spouses

Association (FKSA); Philippine Blessed Mis-

sionary in Korea (PBMK); Lee Mart-Incheon; I

-Mart-Incheon; D-8 Brothers International Lo-

gistic Co; GL Education; Yangchon Global

Migrant Center.


(From left to right) Director General Im Gwan Sik of the

MOGEF Youth and Family Policy Office Bureau, Director Sun

Hye Kang of the Multicultural Family Division, Minister Kim,

Kum-Lae of MOGEF, Secretary Imelda Nicolas Chairperson of

CFO, Consul General Sylvia Marasigan of the Embassy of the

Philippines in Korea and Ms. Cherry Joy Veniles of CFO during

the signing ceremony of the MoU on the "Cooperation in Devel-

oping Capacities for the Resettlement and Adaption of Filipino

Marriage Immigrants and Promoting the Empowerment of Im-

migrant Women" at the MOGEF Hall in Seoul, South Korea on

March 13, 2012.

Wednesday, 14 March 2012

S eoul, South Korea - The Philippines,

through the Commission on Filipinos

Overseas (CFO), and South Korea, through the

Ministry of Gender Equality and Family

(MOGEF), signed a Memorandum of

Understanding (MOU) today regarding

Cooperation in Developing Capacities for the

Resettlement and Adaptation of Filipino

Marriage Immigrants and Promoting the

Empowerment of Immigrant Women.

The MOU was signed by CFO Chairperson,

Secretary Imelda M. Nicolas and Minister Kim

Kum-lae of the MOGEF at the office of the

Ministry in Seoul Korea. Among those present

at the signing were Director In Sook Kang of

MOGEF, Consul General Sylvia Marasigan of

the Philippine Embassy in Korea and Cherry

Joy Veniles of the CFO.

"There are over 9,000 Filipinos, mostly

women, married to Korean nationals in Korea

today. Both the Philippines and Korea see the

integration of Filipino marriage migrants into

Korean society as a way to ensure the

protection of their human rights and to support

their empowerment. The less they adapt into

Korean life, the less empowered they become

as migrants, workers, wives and mothers. This

needs to be addressed comprehensively and

creatively. This agreement demonstrates the

strong partnership between our nations and

emphasizes our joint commitment to respond to

this challenge," said Secretary Nicolas.

"By seeking to develop new ways of

providing information among marriage

migrants through on-site multi-cultural

orientation and language programs, we hope to

be able to build the confidence of partners in

intermarriages and more effectively address

issues related to domestic violence and human

trafficking."

Since 1989, about 10,000 Filipinos have

attended the CFO's Guidance and Counseling

Program for Filipinos marrying Korean

Nationals. They represent the growing number

of intercultural marriages in Korea that have, in

recent times, grown to about 120,000 based on

a Chosun Ilbo (Korean Times) survey in 2010.

The MOU between the two countries is

expected to give greater access to information

especially for newly arrived migrants; to

increase the development of programs and

projects for their welfare and protection; to

result in more joint research and exchange of

learning modules and to facilitate dialogues on

various issues on intermarriages among experts,

frontline service personnel and the marriage

migrants themselves.

(For further inquiries, please contact Ms. Ivy

Miravalles and Ms. Cheng Veniles of CFO,

(632)552-4700, [email protected] and

[email protected], respectively. Source: http://cfo.gov.ph/index.php?

option=com_content&view=article&id=1625%

3Amoa-signing-with-mogef&catid=108%3Acfo-

press-release&Itemid=83

By Jonathan de Santos | Yahoo! Southeast

Asia Newsroom

D avao City-born Jasmine Lee has been

elected to a seat at the National

Assembly of the Republic of

Korea, a first for South Korea’s

growing immigrant community.

According to the Department of

Foreign Affairs, Lee stood for

election under the Saenuri (New

Frontier) Party, which won 25 of

54 party-list seats in the National

Assembly. Lee’s election victory

helped Saenuri get the majority

votes in the assembly with 152 of

300 seats.

According to the website of

Korea’s National Assembly, Lee

is expected to “maintain proper

dignity as an assemblyman, attend

the P lenary Session and

committee meetings, and comply

with legislation and regulations

regarding the proceedings.” She will serve a

term of four years.

Lee grew up in Davao City and took up

Biology at the Ateneo de Davao University.

She married a Korean sailor in 1995 and moved

to Korea soon after, the DFA said.

She became a Korean citizen in 1998.

Since 2006, Lee has appeared as a panelist

on “Love in Asia,” a Korean television show

that “raises awareness of (Korea’s) foreign

neighbors and reflects on the true meaning of

family.” She also appeared in a Korean movie.

Lee regularly gives lectures on

multiculturalism and is secretary-general of a

charity organized by foreigners married to

Koreans. “In January of this year, she received

the Korea Image Millstone Award, which is

given to people who successfully

blended into the Korean society

and helped it become a better

place,” the DFA said.

In a speech to leaders of the

Filipino community in Korea last

month, Vice President Jejomar

Binay said the Philippines was

“very proud” of Lee for running for

parliament.“It shows that Korea is

prepared to extend the opportunity

to become a public servant even to

those who were not born here," he

said.

Philippine Ambassador to Korea

Luis Cruz said in March that Lee

“has distinguished herself as an

ardent advocate of multiculturalism

in Korean society."

There are around 1.2 million immigrants in

South Korea, the DFA said.

Source: http://ph.news.yahoo.com/pinay-is-first-

immigrant-on-korea-s-national-assembly.html

Jasmine Lee (middle) with Doc. Emily Abagat (left) and Sister Angel

Libron, SSpS (right)


M any overseas Filipino workers

(OFWs) ventured into business

through franchising. They either manage their

own franchise business after they returned

home or they entrusted their investment to their

families or relatives in the country while work-

ing abroad.

Given their sometimes limited knowledge,

skills and resources to go into business, fran-

chising is the first option for them. They do not

need to start from scratch as they are going to

sell a known brand backed by effective systems

and support services in place.

By getting into franchising, the OFWs have

easier time reintegrating into society upon their

return. When they come home, they have a

business waiting for them, their money is not

squandered and they are assured of a better and

secured future after word abroad. In the proc-

ess, they learn to manage their own businesses

as opposed to continually looking for work

abroad.

Most of the OFW franchisees got their food,

non-food and service franchise business from

the Association of Filipino Franchisers Inc.

franchisor-members. AFFI franchise is a good

choice because Filipino small and medium

entrepreneurs have painstakingly developed

Filipino brands, and their franchise does not

come with a hefty royalty fee.

Furthermore, the franchising business con-

cept has been tried and tested and it already has

business models that are proven to be effective

and successful.

Source: http://entrebankph.com/franchising-best-

way-for-ofws-to-start-a-business/

F ranchising is booming now in the Philip-

pines. If you want to run your own busi-

ness without the risk of creating your own start-

up, you should learn how to start a franchise.

When you start a franchise you buy the right

to use the name of the franchisor. Here in the

Philippines, there are literally hundreds to

choose from food franchise, service franchise,

medicine franchise, etc.

Here is a five-step guide to teach you how to

start a franchise.

1. Organize your priorities. Because there are

so many franchises to choose from it is impor-

tant that you know what kind of business you

would like to run. Understand the work envi-

ronment you work best in and what type of

business best fits your lifestyle. For example, a

restaurant might be a great franchise for you if

you like customer service.

2. Research. There are many venues you can

use to get more information about individual

franchises. The internet is a great resource. If

you are willing to spend the extra money, you

can also hire a franchising consultant.

3. Contact the franchise you would like to

buy. The Franchiser will give you material

explaining the specifics of that particular fran-

chise. This is a tricky step because the fran-

chiser is trying to learn about you at the same

time you are learning about it. The franchiser

wants to make sure that you are the right person

to manage its business.

4. Get an attorney. A franchise attorney spe-

cializes in reviewing franchise contracts, under-

standing state statues related to Franchising and

limiting your liability.

5. Sign the franchise agreement. This docu-

ment outlines your responsibilities in running

the franchise and the parent company’s respon-

sibilities in helping you do so. It will lay out the

initial franchise fee, advertising fees and roy-

alty fees. It will also explain the terms of the

restrictive covenant – the agreement that pro-

hibits franchise owners from owning any com-

peting franchises. Your lawyer should review

the franchise agreement.

Now that you know the basics of how to start

a franchise there are a couple of additional

points you should keep in mind like getting

franchise loan from your banks and other finan-

cial institutions in your area.

Source: http://entrebankph.com/how-to-start-a-

franchise-business-five-step-guide-that-will-teach-

you/

By HFCC Sports Committee

T he 2012 HFCC Volunteers’ Basketball Tournament started last

05 April 2012 at the Chungmo Sports Complex, Seoul. After the

usual basketball tournament opening ceremonies, games were played.

In the first game, we saw the Green Team beat the Blue Team after

trailing behind in most part of the game. The Violet Team beat the

White Team in the second game.

Tournament’s Format

The format of the tournament will be a single round robin. After the

round, the Team standings will be determined using the rules described

in the “HFCC Basketball Conference Rules on the Classification of

Teams.” Base on the team standings, the following teams will battle it

out for the “Best-of-3” Finals:

For the Champion and 1st Runner-up—1st placer versus 2nd placer

For the 2nd and 3rd Runners-up—3rd placer versus 4th placer

Conditions in playing the “Best-of-3” Finals

If the Champion is determined after only playing two finals games,

the third finals game will not be played. In case 4th placer tied 3rd placer

after playing the first and second finals game, the third finals game will

not be played and the 2nd and 3rd runners-up will be determined using

the rules described in "HFCC Basketball Conference Rules on the Clas-

sification of Teams" for all games played between 3rd placer and 4th

placer including games in the first round.

For questions and information please contact any member of the

HFCC Sports Committee.


Krus Sis. Ervie Glory

Ikaw ba'y mayroon krus na pinapasan?

Asawa, magulang, anak at mga kaibigan

Nahihirapan, ibig mong sumuko at bitiwan

Daladalang krus sa iyong balikat nakaatang

Gaano kahirap tiniis Mo Panginoon Hesus

Kasalanan ng sanlibutan Iyong tinubos

Sa bigat ng Krus, hiningay naupos

Nagpatirapa, dinuraan, walang awang ginapos

Pinako sa krus, nilait at hinusgahan

Tinanggap lahat, pagsunod sa Amang mahal

Hanggang mamatay, ikatlong araw muling nabuhay

Nagliwanag ang langit, Diyos kang mapagmahal

Huwag sumuko sa ibinigay ng Ama

Mga pagsubok, kahirapang pinaparanas Niya

Pasanin ang pamatok, wag mawalan ng pag asa

Mapait man ay tanggapin, may darating na umaga

Magandang halimbawa, ginawa Mo Hesus

Pag ibig, pananalig sa puso'y tumagos

Mga salita mo'y totoo, dumaloy, umaagos

Patawa Ama, nagsilbi kaming Krus

Ang Pasko Ng Pagkabuhay Johnny Maliglig

Natapos nating lakbayin, and kuwaresma na nagdaan

At heto na tayo ngayon, pasko na ng pagkabuhay

Pag-gunita’t ala-ala, ng sa krus ay ibayubay

Ang mahal na Panginoon, Hari nitong sanlibutan

Mga hirap at pasakit, kung ating pagninilayan

Napaka-hirap tanggapin, kung sa atin ibinigay

Mga sipa at hagupit, na kanyang naranasan

Tinanggap n’ya ng maluwag, at iniluha na lamang

Kahit ano ang parusa, kanyang pinaglabanan

Pati ang suot na damit, kanilang pinag-agawan

Inalipusta’t hinamak, ngunit hindi s’ya gumalaw

Hanggang sa s’ya ay humantong, sa kanyang kamatayan

Ang mabigat na parusang, kumitil ng kanyang buhay

Noong siya ay ipako, at sa krus ay ibayubay

Bilang kanyang pagtubos, sa lahat ng kasalanan

Inako n’ya itong lahat, kapalit ng kamatayan

Ngunit matapos ang lahat, nakamit n’ya ang tagumpay

Siya’y binuhay ng Ama, binigyan ng bagong buhay

Kaya heto tayo ngayon, magsaya na at magdiwang

Ipagbunyi nating lahat, ang Pasko ng Pagkabuhay

HFCC Volunteer Invitation

Inaanyayahan po ang lahat ng interesadong

maging volunteer sa mga sumusunod na grupo.

CHOIR - nangangailangan po ng miyembro sa

Alto, Soprano, at Tenor. Makipagugnayan

lamang po kay Ate Ely Torres 010-8061-9143.

ALTAR BOYS - Makipagugnayan lamang po

kay Ronald Jimenez 010-8673-9216.

IT Committee - Makipagugnayan lamang po

kay Matet Solis 010-2258-0377, email at

[email protected]

S A M B A Y A N A N N e w s l e t t e r -

nangangailangan po ng manunulat sa News,

Feature, at Reflections. Pati na rin po sa

photojournalist at layout. Makipagugnayan

lamang po kay Doc Ems 010-5160-2928.

CHURCH STEWARD - Makipagugnayan po

kay Ate Nida o kaninuman sa mga Steward.

Paanyaya: Ang lahat ay inaanyayahang

ibahagi ang kanilang mga talento sa

pagsusulat ng mga kuwento, sanaysay,

tula, karanasan at pagninilay upang

ilathala sa babasahing ito. Ipadala

lamang ito sa email address na ito:

[email protected]

o sa [email protected].

My precious treasure By: Judee Nemeno

March, third month of the year

You were born with unique features

With your eyes so lovely and clear

You touched me with your little gestures.

Your existence made my sacrifices worthy

Your character, intelligence, talents are remarkable

You are independent and trustworthy

Everything about you is notable.

You are the reason why I live and explore

You are such an all in one reward

You made my life complete, I couldn’t ask for more

You motivate me to keep moving frontward.

You made me a better person

You are God’s brilliant creature

My one and only son

My love, my life, my precious treasure.


By Judee Grace Nemeno-Guanzon

L ife abroad is really different from way

back to one’s own home country. There

are many challenging tasks to conquer. It seems

to be like going to a battle that despite the mili-

tary trainings for the necessary skills and be

equipped with war gadgets, the soldier himself

put his life into risk between life and death

since everything is still unpredictable in the

battle. When we live in a foreign land, we have

to be adapted to the many aspects of life in

order to survive; from the weather conditions,

culture, the people, the transportation system

and most especially if the language is totally

different from our native tongue.

Sometimes, we may experience culture

shock syndrome. Sometimes we may experi-

ence verbal harassment yet cannot do anything

about it due to the language barrier. In addition,

more often than not, homesickness sucks a lot.

More so, when depression comes into the scene

for varied reasons such as problems at work

due to the immediate superior or workmates,

loss of self-esteem, health issues and family

concerns. There are moments when one may

start to question why such things happen?

Whenin fact, the primary goal of working

abroad is to help alleviate the economic status

of the family.

It is so frustrating when one day, we would

realize that we lose instead of gaining some-

thing. For instance, many families had been

broken due to the distance of the couple which

caused either the husband or the wife, to seek

for or end up with someone else who can fill

the emptiness, emotional, and physiological

needs. Similarly, it is also disheartening when

aged parents or young children get sick yet the

working contract and finances would hinder

you to go back home and take responsibility for

them. Moreover, others would tend to lose self-

esteem due to job displacement; not to mention

that many professional teachers in the Philip-

pines are doing domestic jobs abroad, engineers

working as ordinary factory workers, doctors as

nurses, and the like.

Many times, the environment abroad may not

be friendly, may be exactly opposite to what is

expected but everything will depend on how we

would respond to the various stressors in the

world. Everyone has to be strategic in many

ways in order to survive and win in a battle of

challenges rather than being pulled-down by

frustration and be stuck up with regrets. Past is

past so there is no reason for crying over spilled

milk. Instead, make use of the past experiences

as basis of learning and become a better person

in the future. Human as we are, it is normal to

get angry and to be depressed, but it should not

be the end of the world.

Here are some tips you may consider to con-

quer challenges, some are according to ADMIN

(2010): It is all about being S-O B-L-E-S-S-

E-D

1. Sunlight Exposure- sunlight does not only

stimulate Vitamin D synthesis which is needed

for bone health but is also needed to establish

good circardian rhythm (day and night cy-

cle).Sweating under the sun early in the morn-

ing is always beneficial.

2. Outburst – release your emotional baggage

by writing a letter, a poem, a diary. This can be

more productive. Yet when you are able to

solve your problem, you have something tangi-

ble which can remind you how mighty you

have been in the past. Or you can shout loudly.

Or clean up the house or anything which may

release your heavy feelings.

3. Breath- When something upsets you, take a

deep breath and count 1-10 before your say

something to the one who triggered your anger.

By that time, your stress hormones have de-

creased; so that you may control yourself from

saying deep hurting words.

4. Logical thinking- alwayslook at the 2 sides

of the coin. Consider the other party’s side

rather than just focus on your own emotions.

Act and react with factual basis instead of being

driven off by gossips. Be careful with your

choice of words and the way you say them.

5. Exercise – When you exercise regularly and

see positive changes in your body and physical

appearance, you begin to feel good about your-

self and mentally well. Brisk walking is a good

form of exercise.

6. Sleep well - quality of sleep is far more im-

portant than the number of hours of sleep. You

should also try as much as possible to maintain

proper sleeping schedule – it means that sleep

and wake up at regular times, everyday.

7. Socialize - one of the most important things

you can do is to talk to your friends and family

members. Get the help, encouragement and

support of those who care about you. Simple

words of encouragement, a hug, a pat on the

back and such loving gestures can be wonderful

healing ways.

8. Eat well - Your diet can have a very big

impact on your moods and outlook. For a few

days try to stay away from junk food, proc-

essed foods, soda drinks, caffeine, and from

eating too much sugar or salty foods. These

foods can do a lot of harm to our minds and

bodies. Moreover, get rid of alcohol as much as

possible. Take note that overeating due to de-

pression may lead to obesity. To be physically

fit is a powerful weapon for depression.

9. Don’t be impulsive- Impulsiveness never

brings about something good, it usually brings

something to regret later. You may try to be

“water” whenever the other party is a “fire” so

you won’t get burned.

Hence, one of the most important lessons in

life is that we have to treasure what we have

and never take things for granted because we

will only realize the value of a person, a thing,

a work, and the opportunity when they are put

of our hands. Count the blessings, live the pre-

sent life to the fullest and plan the future. After

all, everything happens for a reason therefore,

just bear in mind that when a door is closed a

new window will be opened. The best may still

be on the way for God’s good soldiers.…

References: ADMIN (2010)http://types-of-

depression.com/learn-overcome-depression-6-

important-steps/ soldier image from http://

soldiersangels.org/testimonials.html


The Lamb's Supper:

The Bible and the Mass (Editor’s note: This is the 12th part of the “Online

Bible Study” course on the subject taken from the

website of the St. Paul Center for Biblical Studies -

http://www.salvationhistory.com/)

Lesson Four: Fulfilled in Your

Hearing: The Liturgy of the

Word (cont…)

IV. The Word in the Liturgy of the

Church (cont…)

B. Meeting Christ in Scripture

But Catholics do not come to Mass for Bible

study.

The Liturgy of the Word is not simply a

history lesson or an occasion for drawing moral

and practical ethical lessons from Scripture.

In the Mass, through the readings, the Lord is

truly with us, speaking to us, calling us to

renew our covenant with Him, the covenant

first entered into by our baptism.

So in our Liturgy of the Word, we continue

the long tradition that goes back to the time of

Moses, but now with the knowledge that Christ

is with us.

From the Old Testament through the New

and up to the present day, the people of God

have always revered Scripture as the living and

powerful Word of God.

From Moses on, we have always encountered

that Word in a liturgical setting, as the

centerpiece of our public worship. There we

learn not only what God has to tell us, but also

how the Word of God is still alive and working

in our world today.

Christians recognize that the Word of God

"became flesh and made his dwelling among

us" (see John 1:14) in the person of Jesus

Christ.

When we encounter the Word in the Liturgy

of the Word, therefore, we are doing more than

hearing the story of our faith and the wisdom of

its teachers. In a very real way, we are

encountering Christ himself.

This is why we show such profound

reverence for the Word of God in our Liturgy

of the Word. We bind it in beautiful books that

are works of art in themselves; we carry it in

processions with candles and incense; we

proclaim it loud and clear in front of the whole

assembly; we meditate on it and hear it

interpreted for us by the wisdom of the Church.

We do these things because we know we are

encountering Christ, the Word Who "was in the

beginning with God" (see John 1:2).

It is this encounter with the Word in

Scripture that prepares us for the miracle of the

Eucharist, in which we will come face to face

with the Word made flesh.

In the Word proclaimed in the Mass, we re-

live the mystery of salvation. In the bread and

wine consecrated on the altar, we enter that

mystery of salvation.

God addresses us in the Liturgy of the Word,

telling us today all that He has done for us and

for our salvation since the beginning of the

world.

All of that salvation history was intended to

lead us to participation in the new covenant

remembered and represented in every Mass.

In the Mass, at the moment when the bread and

wine are consecrated using the biblical words

of Jesus, the liturgy delivers to each of us in the

here and now, all that was promised in the

sacred pages. Through the liturgy we take our

place in the history of salvation.

V. Discussion Questions

How is the Liturgy of the Word like the

Eucharist?

In what ways does Luke’s story of the road to

Emmaus parallel our Christian liturgy?

In what ways did Moses’ proclamation of the

Law parallel our Christian liturgy?

What fundamental change in perspective

happened the moment Jesus proclaimed in

the synagogue, "Today this scripture passage

is fulfilled in your hearing"?

What did Peter and Paul believe made their

writings different from ordinary human

writings?

Where were many of the Apostles’ letters

first heard?

For personal reflection:

Do we always keep in mind that we are

meeting Christ when we hear the Word of God

proclaimed at Mass? How can we better show

our love and reverence for the Word?

Lesson Five: Heaven On Earth:

The Liturgy of the Eucharist

Lesson Goals:

1. To understand the deep biblical foundations

for the Liturgy of the Eucharist.

2. To see how the Book of Revelation describes

the liturgy of heaven.

3. To understand how the Mass we celebrate on

earth is a participation in the liturgy of

heaven.

Lesson Outline:

I. The Bible in Action

A. Lift Up Your Hearts

B. The Bible Ends in the Mass

C. What We Believe

II. The Liturgy in Heaven

A. Caught Up in the Spirit

B. The Mass Revealed in Revelation

III. Worship in the New Jerusalem

A. With the Angels and Saints

B. Praying Salvation History

C. In Remembrance of Him

IV. Discussion Questions

I. The Bible in Action

A. Lift Up Your Hearts

“Lift up your hearts!”

We hear these words at the high point of the

Mass, at the start of the Eucharistic prayer.

In Scripture, the exhortation to “lift up"is

often associated with offering one’s self to God

through prayer (see Psalm 25:1-2; Psalm

134:2).

In the one place where the specific

expression, “lift up your hearts, “is used, it is

part of a cry for God’s mercy and presence, and

a vow to return to Him and serve Him (see

Lamentations 3:41; Lamentations 2:19).

And the exhortation to “lift up your hearts"

may well have been a part of the original

celebration of the Eucharist.

But when we lift up our hearts in the

Eucharist, there is a certain “realism" about it.

It’s not just a figure of speech. Our hearts are

really going somewhere. We are lifting our

hearts to heaven, joining our prayers of thanks

and praise to those of the angels in heaven.

Our feet may still be planted on the ground in

an ordinary parish church. But in the Mass, we

enter heaven itself. We take our place in the

ceaseless worship of the angels and the saints in

heaven. Our liturgy on earth is part of the

eternal heavenly liturgy. The Mass, in other

words, is heaven on earth.

But before we go to heaven, we should

review how the Mass has led us to this point.

B. The Bible Ends in the Mass

Thus far in our study, we’ve seen how the

Bible and the Mass were made for each other.

The “destination" that all of Scripture points to

is the Mass. And the Mass is the Bible in action

- right before our eyes the Scripture’s saving

truths are “actualized,“ made actual or real.

As we’ve seen, much of the prayer and

worship of the Mass is taken directly from

Scripture or is meant to evoke for us the events

of salvation history recorded in Scripture.

Of course, in the Liturgy of the Word we

actually hear the Word of God in Scripture. In

fact, as we have seen, the Mass is the native

environment of Scripture. The official “canon"

of Scripture is first and foremost the list of

books deemed by early Church authorities,

under the guidance of the Holy Spirit, to be

suitable for public reading in the liturgy.

When the Scriptures are read in church, God

himself speaks to us and Christ is present. And

He tells us, through the Sunday readings, how

God’s plan for our salvation has played out in

history, leading us to the Eucharistic table.

Following the Word of God, we profess our

faith “with one voice" in the words of the

Creed.

Again, there is a biblical “precedent" for this

practice of the Mass. In the Old Testament, the

reading of Scripture is often followed by a

profession of faith. Indeed, when God speaks,

His Word requires an answer. The answer God

desires is our vow of faith and obedience.

When Moses gave the Law to the Israelites, it

was expected that they would answer. And they

responded, “We will do everything that the

Lord has told us”(see Exodus 24:3).

When priests rediscovered the book of the

Law in the reign of Josiah, the king had it read

in the presence of the people. Again we see that

the reading of the Scriptures was understood to

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be a call to the people - a call that requires their

response. That’s why, after hearing the Word,

the king made a covenant with God on behalf

of the people, committing them to “keep His

commandments, decrees, and statutes, with his

whole heart and soul”(see 2 Chronicles 34:29-

32; Nehemiah 9).

C. What We Believe

We do the same thing in the Mass. We hear

the Word of God – spoken to us in our midst by

Christ – and we respond to the story of

salvation we hear in the readings from the Old

and New Testament. And that response takes

the form of reciting of the Creed.

It is not just a rote recitation of articles of

faith. When we say, “We believe . . .“ we’re

saying what the Israelites said, and what King

Josiah said – that we’re ready to keep God’s

commands, to live in a way that’s worthy of the

words we’ve heard in the Scripture readings of

the Mass.

Something else, too, about the Creed: Notice

that it’s an outline of the biblical story. In the

Creed we repeat the history of our salvation -

from the creation of heaven and earth through

the Incarnation, Crucifixion, and Ascension,

right to the Last Judgment at the end of time.

And almost every word of the Creed we

profess is drawn from Scripture - we profess

our faith in the God revealed in Scripture, using

the very words of Scripture.

To take just a few examples:

• We believe in “one God, the father” (see 1

Corinthians 8:6; Ephesians 4:6); and in His

“only Son” (see John 3:16); through whom

all things were made (see Colossians 1:16).

• “For our sake" He was crucified (see 2

Corinthians 5:21); and He will one day come

again to “judge the living and the dead” (see

Acts 10:42), and His kingdom will have “no

end” (see Luke 1:33).

• We believe in “one baptism” (see Ephesians

4:5) and the life of the world to come (see

John 6:51).

After our profession of faith, we pray for one

another and for those in need, another practice

of the Mass that follows the example of the

New Testament (see James 5:16; 1

Thessalonians 1:2; Colossians 1:9).

To be continued …

(Continued from page 8 - The Lamb’s Supper ...)

By Bro. Tony Sacapanio

D ear Friends, do not be surprised at the painful trial you are suf-fering, as though something strange were happening to you. But

rejoice that you participate in the suffering of Christ, that you may be overjoyed when His glory is revealed. If you are insulted because of the name of Christ, you are blessed, for the Spirit of glory and of God rests in you. If you suffer, it should not be as a murderer or thief or any other kind of criminal or even as a meddler. However, if you suffer as a Chris-tian, do not be ashamed but praise God that you bear that name. “For it is time for judgment to begin with the family of God; and if it begins with us, what will the outcome be for those who do not obey the gospel of God? And if it is hard for the righteous to be saved, what will become of the ungodly and the sinner? So then, those who suffer according to God’s will should commit themselves to their faithful creator and con-tinue to do good.” 1 Peter 4:12-19

In fact, everyone, who wants to live a Godly life in Christ Jesus will be persecuted.

At lahat ng may nais mamuhay bilang tagasuod ni Cristo ay daranas ng pag uusig. 2 Timothy 3:12

WHY DOES GOD ALLOW TRIALS AND TESTING?

1. Pressure produces Enlargement which will make us better.

Thou hast enlarged me when I was under pressure. (Psalm 4:1)

This Psalm was written by David after the greatest failure of his life – his murderous, adulterous affair with Bathseba. (2 Sam 11)

Eventhough his problem were of his own making God graciously used these judgment times to make David a better man. If we ac-knowledge our failures and repent (renounce and turn from our sins), God graciously uses the chastisements and sufferings to make us bet-ter.

2. Trials Prove and Humble Us

God wants to discover whether we serve Him because we love Him or whether we serve Him for all the blessings He gives us.

“…some followed Him “for the loaves and fishes.” (that is, for what they could get from Him, not because they loved Him)

In Deuteronomio 8:16 “…pinaranas Niya kayo ng hirap para kayo’y subukin at turuang magpakumbaba; ang lahat ng iyo’y sa ikabubuti rin ninyo.”

3. Suffering can increase God’s Power in us

If you ask for God’s power in your life, you must understand what is required to have it. David said, “He weakened my strength in the way” (Ps. 102:23)

“Ako’y pinanghina sa ‘king kabataan, damdam ko’y umigsi yaring ak-ing buhay.”

If you are willing to be reduced to weakness (total dependence on the Lord_ and take the suffering, tests and trials that go with it, “I’ll give you my power.

Paul’s experience (2 Corinthians 12:5, 7-10) teaches us several

important lessons:

a. Beware of Pride – Valid spiritual experiences during times of prayer can cause us to be prideful.

b. Depend on God - Our discomfort is less important to God than our character. If our pride needs to be pricked, God will send along a messenger of Satan to make us weak, so we will depend on Him.

c. Rejoice in Trials – Only through humility and weakness can God’s power be manifest in our lives.

God’s response to our petitions does not come in the way we expect. We pray for patience and He sends tribulation. Why? Because “tribulations develops patience” (Romans 5:3)

d. Affliction Separates the Chosen from the Called

“I have chosen thee in the furnace of affliction” (Isaiah 48:10)

“Sinubok ko kayo sa pamamagitan ng kahirapan, kung paanong ang pilak ay dinadalisay sa apoy; ngunit kayo’y nasumpungang hindi nararapat.”

Chosen – graded (our response to trials and frustrations is graded.)

Matthew 20:16 “Many are called but few are chosen”

Called – Chosen – Prove yourself faithful

e. Suffering Teaches Obedience

Hebrews 5:8 “Bagamat siya’y Anak ng Diyos, natutunan niya ang tunay na kahulugan ng pagsunod sa pamamagitan ng pagtitiis.” (1 Peter 4:1, 2, 15, 19)

f. Trials Produces Perseverance and Maturity

James 1:2-4


Greeting

Priest: The Lord be with you.

People: And with your spirit.

Penitential Act, Form A (Confiteor) I confess to almighty God and to you, my brothers and sisters, that I

have greatly sinned

in my thoughts and in my words, in what I have done and in what I have

failed to do,

through my fault,

through my fault,

through my most grievous fault;

therefore I ask blessed Mary ever-Virgin, all the Angels and Saints, and

you, my brothers and sisters to pray for me to the Lord our God.

Penitential Act, Form B

Priest: Have mercy on us, O Lord.

People: For we have sinned against you.

Priest: Show us, O Lord, your mercy.

People: And grant us your salvation.

Gloria Glory to God in the highest and on earth peace to people of goodwill.

We praise you, we bless you, we adore you, we glorify you, we give

you thanks for your great glory, Lord God, heavenly King, O God,

almighty Father.

Lord Jesus Christ, Only Begotten Son, Lord God, Lamb of God, Son of

the Father, you take away the sins of the world, have mercy on us; you

take away the sins of the world, receive our prayer; you are seated at

the right hand of the Father, have mercy on us.

For you alone are the Holy One, you alone are the Lord, you alone are

the Most High, Jesus Christ, with the Holy Spirit, in the glory of God the

Father. Amen

Nicene Creed I believe in one God, the Father almighty, maker of heaven and earth, of

all things visible and invisible.

I believe in one Lord Jesus Christ, the Only Begotten Son of God, born

of the Father before all ages. God from God, Light from Light, true God

from true God, begotten, not made, consubstantial with the Father;

through him all things were made. For us men and for our salvation he

came down from heaven, and by the Holy Spirit was incarnate of the

Virgin Mary, and became man. For our sake he was crucified under

Pontius Pilate, he suffered death and was buried, and rose again on

the third day in accordance with the Scriptures. He ascended into

heaven and is seated at the right hand of the Father. He will come again

in glory to judge the living and the dead and his kingdom will have no

end.

I believe in the Holy Spirit, the Lord, the giver of life, who proceeds

from the Father and the Son, who with the Father and the Son is adored

and glorified, who has spoken through the prophets. I believe in one,

holy, catholic and apostolic Church. I confess one baptism for the

forgiveness of sins and I look forward to the resurrection of the dead

and the life of the world to come. Amen.

Apostles’ Creed

I believe in God, the Father almighty, Creator of heaven and earth, and

in Jesus Christ, his only Son, Our Lord, who was conceived by the

Holy Spirit, born of the Virgin Mary, suffered under Pontius Pilate,

was crucified, died and was buried; he descended into hell; on the third

day he rose again from the dead; he ascended into heaven, and is seated

at the right hand of God the Father almighty; from there he will come

to judge the living and the dead. I believe in the Holy Spirit, the holy

catholic Church, the communion of saints, the forgiveness of sins, the

resurrection of the body, and life everlasting. Amen.

Suscipiat Dominus

May the Lord accept the sacrifice at your hands for the praise and glory

of his name, for our good and the good of all his holy Church.

Preface Dialogue



Priest: Lift up your hearts

People: We lift them up to the Lord.

Priest: Let us give thanks to the Lord our God.

People: It is right and just.

Sanctus Holy, Holy, Holy Lord God of hosts. Heaven and earth are full of your

glory. Hosanna in the highest. Blessed is he who comes in the name of

the Lord. Hosanna in the highest.

Mystery of Faith (formerly the Memorial Acclamation)

Priest: The mystery of faith.

A—We proclaim your death, O Lord, and profess your

Resurrection until you come again.

Or B—When we eat this Bread and drink this Cup, we proclaim your

death, O Lord, until you come again.

Or C—Save us, Savior of the world, for by your Cross and

Resurrection, you have set us free.

Sign of Peace

Priest: The peace of the Lord be with you always.


Ecce Agnus Dei

Priest: Behold the Lamb of God, behold him who takes away the sins of

the world. Blessed are those called to the supper of the Lamb.

All: Lord, I am not worthy that you should enter under my roof, but

only say the word and my soul shall be healed.

Concluding Rite



Why do some Catholics kiss their thumb

after making the sign of the cross? Full Question

I notice that Latinos in my parish kiss their thumb after making the

sign of the cross. Why?

Answer They actually are kissing a cross formed by placing the thumb and

forefinger at right angles. Kissing the cross (as we do on Good Fri-

day) is an ancient gesture of devotion. It implies a humble acceptance

of one’s own cross in imitation of Jesus.

Answered by: Terrye Newkirk

How many times in a day may I receive

Communion? Full Question

I'm confused. I was always taught you could receive Communion

only once a day. My pastor says this isn't correct. He says you can

receive the Eucharist twice a day.

Answer Your pastor is correct. Canon Law says a person may receive Holy

Communion a second time, provided he does so during a celebration

of the Eucharist in which he participates (canon 917). The stipulation

that one receive the second Communion at a Mass "in which he

participates" doesn't apply in the case of those in danger of death

(canon 921).

The confusion about this subject is due to post-conciliar changes in

Church practice regarding the Eucharist. In the old 1917 Code of

Cannon Law, reception of Holy Communion more than once a day

was prohibited. After Vatican II this restriction was mitigated to

permit reception twice on the same day. The 1983 revised Code of

Canon Law incorporated the post-conciliar change in practice into

the law of the Church.

Answered by: Catholic Answers Staff


By Shiela Mendoza

F ilipino workers here in Korea are known

as busy bees, they work 6 days a week

but they try to come to church during their rest

day which is Sunday to spend one and a half

hours to thank God for their blessings and say

their prayers.

That’s the usual routine, but last March 11,

2012, Daerim Community organized a

recollection for volunteer members. It was held

at Salecio Daerim Church from 1:00-3:00 pm.

They invited Sr. Angel Libron, SSpS. She

discussed topics about volunteerism and Lent.

She started with the question "what is your

reason in becoming a volunteer?" Someone

answered because he wanted to learn more

about God, for him not to be lost, some find the

community as their family and some felt being

in the community is just like you're in

Philippines. There may be different reasons but

there's one thing in common. They all answered

the call of serving God. God is the one who

chose them. She quoted what God said "come

as you are." “God didn't ask every member to

be perfect because he knows that there is a part

in you, which you can share, that can make this

community whole,” she said.

She emphasized the importance of giving

thanks to God for every blessing that we

receive and our attitude in receiving what he

has given. We should see a glass with half

water inside it as a “half full” rather than “half

empty.” If we see it as a “half full,” it shows

that even we don’t receive what we ask

completely, we are thankful that he gave us half

of what we ask for. But if we see it as a “half

empty” it shows that God gave as something,

maybe not the whole thing we ask for, but we

see it as nothing. God listens to all our prayers

and answer it the way he knows best for us.

"Sister Angel" said that what we only need to

do is ask God. Just ask and wait.

It is not too late for fasting this lent. For us

who work here in Korea, fasting in eating foods

like meat and fish are too complicated to do

because we need strength. She shared new way

of fasting. Some people use to criticize other

people, now at lenten season as a way of fasting

we should forget about criticism and start

praising and appreciating. Not only during this

Lenten season but it is best if we can practice it

always and we became use to it.

It was only two hours of talk but every word

that came out of her sinked-in to our mind and

heart. Sister Angel made us realize and

appreciate everything that came from God and

she inspired us to be, not the perfect but the

best volunteer that we can be. And the best part

is that, she told us, we should say God bless

rather than take care, be careful and etc.

because as we say God bless to other, both of

you are being blessed. ...... God bless...:)

by Shiela Mendoza

F aith in God and passion in serving God

are the reasons that led Daerim Filipino

Catholic Community reach its 20 years of

establishment.

Last March 18, 2012, Sunday, the

community celebrated its anniversary.

Although everyone is busy they found time to

come to church and celebrate. Daerim

volunteers, mass goers, pinay wives with their

Korean husband and children, and friends were

present on that day. At around 11:30 am, the

Holy Mass was held led by Fr. Arvin

Mosqueda., MSP.

After the mass everyone was invited to eat

lunch at the auditorium. Community volunteers

brought food to be shared to everyone. After a

bountiful lunch the president of the community,

Mr. Dan Panti gave a flash back about the past

20 years of the Community. How the

community started, those trials, the ups and

downs, and the status of the community at

present. The audience gave a round of applause

as a response because they were proud of

everything they had gone through.

Ms. Eden Rabusa and Ms. Janice Cariaga

performed an interpretative dance about the

song entitled "The Prayer." Mr. June Valencia,

who looked like Bruno Mars, sang the song

"Just the way you are" with his guitar, together

with Dan and Janice. The choir members, the

liturgy committee, and the Almond Girls of

Gwangmyeong prepared a dance number.

Everyone was excited because after 20 years

this was the first time that Daerim volunteers

had the courage to perform a dance number in

front of a huge audience. And to their surprise,

it became an on the spot contest with a cash

price. It made the performance more exciting.

The liturgy group won and they decided to

contribute the cash price to the community fund.

For the audience participation they played

games and danced all together. One of the

visitors, Aiza Jung, half Korean-half pinay, was

requested to sing not only once but thrice due to

the audience’s request.

A certificate of appreciation for his

outstanding volunteer service was given to Mr.

June Valecia. He was really surprised for this

award. In his inspiring speech he said that

“there are lots of people who shared their life

to the community, they contribute in different

ways, they come and they go, but still life must

go on.” For the closing remarks Fr. Arvin said

"Daerim Community serves as a guide to each

and everyone specially to those who are far

from their family, for them not to be lost in

their journey here abroad."

The celebration ended but that day marked

the beginning of another chapter in the history

of this community.

The volunteers of the Daerim Filipino Community with Mr.

Edison Pinlac, the President of Hyehwadong Dilipino Catholic

Community and Mr. Dan Panti, the President of Daerim Filipino Community during their 20th anniversary celebration.

Sr. Angel Libron, S.Sp.S. with the volunteers of Daerim Filipino

Catholic Community while giving her talk about Lent and volunteerism.


KAILANGAN SA

PAGPAPAKASAL 1. Birth Certificate ng mga ikakasal

2. Status of singleness from Census

(notarized)

3. Parents’ consent as proof of singleness

(notarized)

4. Baptismal Certificate for marriage purposes

5. Confirmation Certificate for marriage pur-

poses

6. Passport (xerox copy)

7. Pre-Cana seminar na gaganapin bago ang

takdang araw ng kasal. Makipag-ugnayan

po lamang sa Catholic Center para sa sched-

ule.

SA LAHAT NG MAY E-9 VISA Para Po sa lahat na may E-9 VISA, may tatlo

pong tanging dahilan upang payagan kayong

makalipat ng kumpanya. Ito po ay;

1. Kayo ay dalawang buwang hindi pinasasa-

hod

2. Kayo ay pisikal at verbal na sinasaktan, o

di kaya’y

3. Bankrupt o lugi ang kumpanya

KAILANGAN SA

PAGPAPABINYAG 1. Birth certificate ng batang bibinyagan

2. 2X2 ID pictures (2 pcs)

3. Application form (kumuha sa center)

Kailangan ipasa ng mag-asawang magpapa-

binyag ng anak ang “application form” at su-

mailalim sa “interview” sa Catholic Center

isang linggo bago dumating ang takdang araw

ng binyag.

Ang mga magulang, ninong at ninang ay

bibigyan ng katekismo sa binyag na ginaganap

tuwing ika-10 ng umaga, araw ng linggo

(mismong araw ng binyag). Tanging ang mga

pangalan ng mga nakadalo ng katekismo ang

mailalagay sa Baptismal Certificate. Ang bi-

lang ng mga ninong at ninang ay hindi dapat

lalabis sa dalawampu. Ang lahat ay pi-

nakikiusapang isaisip ang angkop na pananamit

para sa okasyon.

PANAWAGAN PARA SA MGA

NAGPAPABINYAG Tinatawagan ang pansin ng lahat ng mga di

pa nakakakuha ng Baptismal Certificates ng

kanilang mga anak.

Maaari ninyong kunin ang mga ito sa Catho-

lic Center tuwing linggo sa ganap na alas 9:00

ng umaga hanggang ika 12:00 ng tanghali, at sa

ganap na ika 4:00 hanggang ika 5:00 ng hapon.

Maliban po lamang sa tuwing ikadalawang

lingo ng bawat buwan. Makipag-ugnayan po

kay Edison Pinlac: (010-2906-3109) o sa kahit

na sinong Lay Minister.

MGA LIBRENG KONSULTA

AT GAMOT

Doty Hospital - 42-5 Eung-am-dong, Un-

pyeong-gu, Seoul 122-906, tel. no. (02)385-

1477

Joseph Clinic - 423 Yeungdongpo-dong, Ye-

ung dongpo-gu, Seoul 150-030, Mon.-Fri. 1pm-

9pm, Tel. No.(02)2634-1760

Raphael Clinic - inside Tong Song High

School, every Sun. , 2-6 pm.

National Medical Center– Dongdaemun Tel.

No. 2260-7062 to 7063

Seoul Medical Center– Gangnam Tel. No.

3430-0200

MIRIAM COUNSELING

CENTER For Migrant Women

50-17 Dongsoong Dong Chongrogu Seoul

110-809 near Maronnier Park. Tel #(02) 747-

2086 E-mail: [email protected] (KCWC) Of-

fice hours: Mon-Fri. 11 am-5 pm Sat. day off

Sun. 3 pm-6 pm Activities: Emotional/

spiritual counseling Woman’s rights and

labor issues Korean language/culture study

(men and women are welcome).

MIGRANT CENTERS

Guri Pastoral Center 031-566-1141

Ansan Galilea Center 031-494-8411

Suwon Emmaus Center 031-257-8501

Friends Without Borders Counseling Office

032-345-6734/5

Gasan, Song-uri International Community

031-543-5296

Uijungbu, Nokyangdong Migrant Center

031-878-6926

Masok Chonmasan Migrant Center

031-593-6542

Bomun, Seoul Foreign Workers’ Labor Coun-

seling Office 02-928-2049/924-2706

MGA IMPORTANTENG

PAALAALA Mga kailangang dokumento sa paga-asikaso ng

mga reklamo tungkol sa sahod:

1. Pay Slip or any other proof of payment of

salary

2. Daily Time Record (DTR) if available, or

self-made record of daily work attendance

specifying Regular Working hours, Over-

time, and Night Differential.

3. Labor Contract

4. Bank Book/ Passbook

5. Alien Card and Passport

MINIMUM WAGES FOR

THE YEAR 2012 1. Period of application: Jan. 1 2012 ~ Dec. 31

2012

2. Minimum wage

Hourly wage rate : 4,580 won, daily wage

rate (on a 8-hour basis): 36,640 won

In the case of 40 hours per week (209

hours per month) the monthly wage will

amount 957,220 won.

3. Target of application: every business or

workplace employing workers

Workers whose minimum wage can be

reduced

- Apprentices: his/her minimum wage

may be reduced as much as 10% up to 3

months (hourly wage rate :4,122 won)

4. Workers who are not applied the minimum

wage

- A person who has remarkably low abilities

to work due to a mental or physical handi-

cap (when approved by the Minister of

Labor).

- An employee who works for the workplace

which employ only relatives living to-

gether or domestic workers.

- A sailor who is subject to the seamen law

or an owner of ship employing sailor.

5. Liability of the employer

Liable to pay above the minimum wage to

the employee.

- An employer shall pay the workers at

least the minimum wage rate or more.

And no employer may lower the previ-

ous wage level on the ground of the

minimum wage.

- If a labor contract provides for a wage

that is less than the minimum wage rate,

it shall be considered to stipulate that the

same wage as the minimum wage rate

shall be paid.

6. Obligation of notice of the minimum wage to

the worker

- An employer shall inform the workers of

minimum wage rate, wages not included in

the minimum wage, effective date, and

workers being excluded from the minimum

wage Act.

7. In the cases of the following, a contractor

shall take responsibility for violating Mini-

mum Wage Act jointly with the subcontrac-

tor.

- As for determining the unit labor cost

lower than the minimum wage at the time

of the signing of the contract;

- As for lowering the unit labor cost to be-

low the minimum wage in the middle of

the contract period.

※ HOW TO ESTIMATE IF THE MINI-

MUM WAGE IS FULFILLED

1. Convert the total wages excluding the below

wages and allowances into hourly wage rate

and compare it with hourly minimum wage

( 4,580won).

① Wage which is not paid regularly more

than one time per month (such as bonus)

② Wage which is paid for the non-

contractual working hours (such as ex-

tended work allowance, holiday work

allowance, etc)

③ Allowances paid for an employee's living

support or welfare

2. How to calculate the monthly salary based on

the hourly pay: 40-hour work week ⇒Wages

regularly paid a month for contractual work-

ing hours ÷ 209 hours

※ EVEN THOUGH THE STATUTORY

WORKING HOURS ARE REDUCED THE

PREVIOUS MINIMUM WAGE SHOULD

BE GUARANTEED

If working hours are reduced to 40 hours per

week, the minimum monthly wage may be

calculated at 902,880 won. However, it should

be paid at 976,320 won which is the minimum

wage for the previous working hours (44 hours

per week),

When minimum wage is raised, the mini-

mum monthly pay may be calculated at

957,220 won. However it should be paid at

976,320won which is the minimum wage for

the previous working hours (44 hours per

week).

(However, in case of a worker who was em-

ployed on July 1, 2011 and onwards, minimum

wage shall be calculated based on 209 hours

<209 x 4,580 won>)


Schedule an Appointment starting 15 July

2010. Only fifty (50) ePassport applications

will be entertained per day.

Call the APPOINTMENT HOTLINE

NUMBER 010-9385-0535 ( from 9:00am to

5:30pm M-F) OR you can send an email to

[email protected] and give

your full name including middle name, date

and place of birth, your old passport number

and mobile number in Korea.

Requirements:

Old Philippine Passport and a photocopy of

the passport data page, last page showing the

name and signature of the signing officer,

and the page with the date of last entry to

Korea

Passport application form

Remember your Appointment Reference

Number

ePassport fee – US$ 60.00 payable in cash

only.

Procedure on Date of Appointment:

Step 1:

Check your name on the list of applicants

with appointment

Complete all information on the passport

application form

Wait for your name and number to be called

at Window 4

Submit the application form and present your

old Passport and photocopies

OPTIONAL : If you wish to avail of the

courier service, get a courier form and write

your name and complete return address. Get

a copy of the courier form. Payment will be

made upon delivery of your ePassport. Have

your old passport canceled by the consular

officer.

Step 2:

Go to cashier and pay the exact amount of

US$ 60.00 in cash. No check may be

accepted

Keep your receipt and show it when you

claim your ePassport in person after 6 weeks.

Step 3:

Go to the encoder for encoding of data,

picture taking, taking of thumb marks and

digital signature. Applicant should be in

decent attire. Both ears should be shown

Keep your receipt of payment and bring your

old passport for cancellation to claim your

ePassport. You can also authorize a

representative to claim your passport by

giving authority at the back of y o u r

claim receipt.

NOTE:

It takes about six (6) weeks to process the

ePassport as the approved applications are

sent to a central processing facility in the

Philippines.

How to Apply for ePassport

UPDATE FROM THE PHILIPPINE EMBASSY OAV Registration Ongoing at the Philippine Embassy

Filipinos in South Korea who intend to vote here for the senatorial and party-list elections in

May 2013 are reminded to register as overseas absentee voters at the Philippine Embassy in

Seoul.

Registration started on 2 November 2011 and will continue until 31 October 2012. Registra-

tion is available from Monday to Friday during regular office hours, except during declared

holidays. Filipinos may also register every first and third Sunday of the month, coinciding with

the special service for passport renewals in the morning.

“Although the registration period is for one year, I encourage everyone to register early and

not to wait until the last minute to have their names included in the roster of those eligible to

vote in 2013,” said Amb. Luis Cruz.

“This will prevent potential problems associated with rushed applications,” he added.

Registrants only need to present a valid proof of Philippine citizenship, such as a passport.

Those who intend to change their voting places in 2013, such as those returning for good to the

Philippines, can also have their records transferred by the Philippine Embassy.

Mobile registration services, done alongside with mobile passport services, to other parts of

South Korea will be announced later on.

For inquiries, please email [email protected].

Revised Requirements for Reports of Birth

By: Philippine Embassy in Korea

Source: http://www.philembassy-seoul.com/ann_details.asp?id=475

A child born in the Republic of Korea with Filipino parent/s should be reported to the Philip-

pine Embassy in Seoul , not later twelve (12) months from the date of birth, for transmittal to

the Office of the Civil Registrar-General, National Statistics Office (NSO), Manila. Report of

the birth of a child after one year is considered late and an Affidavit of Late Registration shall

be required.

Requirements for ROB

1.Duly accomplished ROB form in 4 original copies

2.Birth Certificate issued by the Korean hospital where child was born ( with English transla-

tion)

3.If child is legitimate, marriage contract of parents. If marriage was in the Philippines, mar-

riage contract must be authenticated by NSO. If abroad, copy of Report of Marriage duly

received by the Philippine Embassy with jurisdiction to register the marriage.

4.If not married, NSO authenticated birth certificate of mother. If the surname of the father will

be used, Affidavit of Admission of Paternity and Authority to use surname of Father will be

required from the father. Republic Act 9255 allows illegitimate children to use the surname of

their father. (Notarization fee of affidavit is Won 33,550)

5.Valid passports/ travel documents of the parents

6.If parent/s are naturalized Filipino/s, naturalization documents are required

7.If reporting is done after twelve (12) months from occurrence, Affidavit of Late Registration

of Birth. (Notarization fee of affidavit is Won 33,550)

8.Consular Fee: Won 33,550

Processing period: two (2) working days

Original documents will be required upon processing together with four (4) photocopies.

Photocopy of a document will be accepted provided they are authenticated/ certified true copy

(CTC) by DFA or the nearest Philippine Embassy or Consulate.

The Consulate may require additional requirements , if necessary.

NEW REQUIREMENT FOR FILIPINOS MARRYING FOREIGNERS

By: Philippine Embassy, South Korea

Source: http://www.philembassy-seoul.com/ann_details.asp?id=457

Effective 04 July 2011, Filipinos applying for a Legal Capacity to Marry a Foreigner or a

Report of Marriage to a Foreigner are required to watch a short video presentation on the situa-

tion of Filipino spouses in South Korea. The Embassy will release the documents only after the

applicants have seen the video, which talks about life in South Korea and lasts for only twenty

(20) minutes.

The video is part of the Embassy’s educational / awareness campaign to help marriage mi-

grants to South Korea. The video covers the family culture in South Korea, including stories

about the experiences of other Filipinos and advice to ensure the welfare of Filipino nationals

married to foreigners.

The applicant may choose from the following weekly schedule:

Tuesday - 11:30am -11:50am; 2:00-2:20pm

Thursday - 11:30am -11:50am; 2:00-2:20pm

mailto:[email protected]

http://www.philembassy-seoul.com/ann_details.asp?id=475

http://www.philembassy-seoul.com/ann_details.asp?id=457


A p r i l - M a y 2 0 1 2

F R E Q U E N T L Y C A L L E D N O S .

Phil.Embassy

(Labor Office) 3785-3634/3785-3624

(Consular Office) 796-7387 to 89 ext. 103

(Hotline) 011-273-3657

Philippine Airlines 774-35-81

Fr. Alvin Parantar, MSP 010-4323-0870

Sr. Miguela Santiago 016-706-0870

Edison Pinlac (Pres/JPC) 010-2906-3109

Bro. Jimmy Villaflor (VP) 010-2572-8515

El Shaddai (Bro Tony Sacapanio)02-6013-2390

Masok (Gil Maranan) 010-5822-9194

(031) 593-6542

Taerim Community (Dan) 010-8684-7897

Worship Ministry (Ely) 010-8061-9143

Recreation Ministry (Mike) 010-2762-9906

Education (Bobby) 010-4664-6896

Youth Ministry (Weng) 010-5821-7799

IT Committee (Matet) 010-2258-0377

Lay Eucharistic Ministry (Cecil)

010-8060-6784

FMAA (Norma) 010-2408-1554

LRC (Rey) 010-3922-3109

CWI

Mokdong Immigration Processing (Detention) Center 02-2650-6247

Hwaseong, Suwon Immigration Processing (Detention) Center 031-355-2011/2

Chungju Immigration Processing (Detention) Center 043-290-7512/3

Yang Seung Geol 011-226-9237

Han Suk Gyu 010-5348-9515

06 - Marivic M. Pakingan

08 - Ronnie Jobellano

08 - Daniel Nhat Anh Bautista

08 - Ernest James C. Bautista

11 - Ronan Aldous M. Catanghal

11 - Marilou Silva

15 - Nizea Marjoram C. Laurito

15 - Conchita Gonzales

16 - Bernie Catanghal

21 - Bernardo B. Carpio

21 - Sis Violy Bacsa

22 - Mark Kevin Caguimbay

22 - Amy Buesa

25 - Concepcion S. Catanghal

27 - Rebeck Beltran

30 - Rev. Fr. Alvin B. Parantar, MSP

————— o —————

02 - Ayds A. Bautista

02 - William S. Catanghal

02 - Richard Valerio

04 - Erlinda Gutierrez

06 - Juliet Bacamante

06 - Dennis Brotonel

07 - Oscar Amboy

08 - Roger Gallo

10 - Joel Buesa

10 - Jimzon Arce

11 - Jasmin Delena

12 - Ronald Pulido

12 - Ramir (Brix) Constantino

12 - Boyet Dimayuga

14 - William Cole J. Catanghal

14 - Armie Dimayuga

18 - Mark Manzano

20 - Cristine Papina

21 - Ronald B. Carpio

24 - Susan Naquita

25 - Dindo Z. Laurito

25 - Rose Gequira

26 - Glenda Mascarinas

26 - Jaime C. Catanghal

29 - Rev. Fr. Fredy Permentilla, MSP

29 - Reinier Josef D. Abagat

30 - Rev. Fr. Glenn Jaron, MSP

Sunday: Cycle B 2012 April - June Weekday: Year 2

EDITORIAL STAFF

Editor-in-Chief : Emely Dicolen-

Abagat, Ph. D.

News Editor : Ma. Teresa Solis

Literary Editor : Bro. Allan Rodriguez

Catholic Faith Editor /

Lay-out Artist : Roberto Catanghal

Webmaster : Engr. Rogelio Domingo

Contributors : Michael Balba

Johnny Maliglig

Ervie Glory

Felipe Lagunda

Lyn Laurito

Pete Rahon

Circulation Manager : Fr. Arvin Mosqueda,

MSP

HFCC MINISTRY CONTRIBUTORS

Eucharistic : Cecilia Garcia

Lectors &

Commentators : Jovito Gonzales Jr.

FMAA : Norma de Guzman

Choir : Elisea Torres

Sports & Recreation : Mike Panlilio

IT : Ma. Teresa Solis

Youth : Weng Santos

Prayer Partners : Bro. Tony Sacapanio

LRC and CWI : Reynaldo Centeno Jr.

Steward : Sonia Permejo

Fr. Alvin B. Parantar, MSP

Adviser/Chaplain

SAMBAYANAN is prepared and

published monthly by the Archdiocesan

Pastoral Center for Filipino Migrants which is

being administered by the Mission Society of

the Philippines under the auspices of Seoul

Archdiocese.

ARCHDIOCESAN PASTORAL

CENTER FOR FILIPINO

MIGRANTS 115-9 Songbuk-gu, Songbuk 1dong, Seoul,

South Korea 136-020

Telephone Number:

(070) 8161-0870 or (070) 8161-0873/74

e-Mail Addresses:

[email protected]

[email protected]

[email protected]


VP Jejomar Binay attends Mass & meets Filipinos / 25 March 2012/ Hyehwadong Parish, Seoul

HFCC Observes Holy Week / 1— 8 April 2012/ Filipino Center & Hyehwadong parish, Seoul

Aljur, Diego and Pinoy singers in Korea perform for Filipinos / 8 April 2012/ Tongseong Auditorium, Seoul

HFCC Volunteers’ Basketball Tournament opens / 05 April 2012/ Chungmo Sports Complex, Seoul

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