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1 MONTHLY PUBLICATION OF UCCP SABANG CHURCH OF CHRIST DISCIPLES 410 DON PLACIDO CAMPOS AVE., SABANG, DASMARINAS, CAVITE 4114, PHILIPPINES ; Tel. No.: Website: sabangdisciples.org Facebook Account : Uccp Sabang FEBRUARY 2014 VOLUME 12 NUMBER 2 ( By: Rev. Benjie D. Gevera Administrative Minister of UCCP-Sabang Church of Christ Disciples ) INSIDE this ISSUE Pastor s Corner 1 & 2 D newsbits 3 Health Corner 4 No Greater Love 5 Ang Bautismo ni Jesus 6 Annual Retrreat/In the Eyes of Faith 7 Disciples Learning 8 Stewardship/Birthday 9 Calendar 10 BIBLICAL TEXT: Acts 8:14-17 When the apostles in Jerusalem heard that Samaria had accepted the Word of God, they sent Peter and John to them. When they arrived, they prayed for them that they might receive the Holy Spirit, because the Holy Spirit had not yet come upon any of them; they had simply been baptized into the name of the Lord Jesus. Then Peter and John placed their hands on them, and they receive the Holy Spirit. The text tells us of the story of Peter and John who come down to Samaria. The people their had accepted the Word of God. Peter and John prayed for them, that they may receive the Holy Spirit. However, it should be noted that in the early part of the chapter, we will read that Philip did the task of preaching, healing and teaching the Samaritans. He baptized the women and men of Samaria when they believed. Peter and John, representing the apostolic circle based in Jerusalem came to confirm the Samaritans. 11. THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE CHURCH: Church Education is defined as; a teaching-learning enterprise, grounded in theology and Scripture, whose goal is enabling the persons to learn God through Christ as experienced in Christian Community, the church. When we talk about equipping the members of the church for the ministry, we could not avoid thinking of what the churches are doing in terms of education and nurture HISTORICAL BACKGROUND: From the story, we can see the responsibilities of the church leaders in helping the young in the faith to grow and be able to do the mission of the church. Almost two hundred years after this story happened, equipping the new converts continued in the ancient church. Origen tells us of the three stages, a person has to go through before baptism and acceptance as members of the church. This program was already part of the process of equipping the members. The first stage includes inquiry into the individual s character, morality and occupation. This is done while the person goes through instructions on the faith. When the person pass, he/she can be admitted to the second stage, that of being a hearer. They are those who prove themselves to be morally worth and are receiving instructions in preparation for baptism. The length of the period as a hearer varies from one to three years. Then, if the person pass, they move to the third stage for further inquiries and instructions. ( Sherill, 1953 )

2 Page 2 Volume 12, Number 2 DNEWS Editorial Board Wilma B. Pelagio, Anjell Samonte, Trisha Mendoza, Rev. Remy Gevera Rev. Benjie Gevera, Justin Libao, B ethel Relao Ms. Rose Calungin/ Justin Libao Ms. Violeta Jardiniano & Ted Malamug LENS CLUB NEED COUNSELLING? Don t hesitate to text/contact our Pastor Music Ministry Schedule Saturday Rehearsals PM 3:00PM Jesus Kids Choir 3:00-4:00PMCYF Youth Choir 4:30-6:00 Praise & Worship Team w/tambourine dancers 8:00-10:00 Chancel Choir Worship Anthem Renditions 1 st & 3 rd Sundays CHANCEL & CYAF 2 nd Sundays CYF Choir 4 th & 5 th Sundays KIDS Choir 1V. CHALLENGES IN EQUIPPING MEMBERS FOR THE MINISTRY: Today, we do not seem to be very serious with our task of nurturing the members of the church. We are saying this because the Christian Education Program is very much wanting in many of our local churches. We should not think that Christian Education is equal to Sunday school. But greater than that, for there are many burning issues related to the task of equipping members for the ministry, because of the rapid rate of social change. The family structures and situation are changing. Economic, political, as well as cultural conditions also affect the family greatly. There is the challenge of multi-culturalism and religious pluralism. There is war and violence. Children s rights are not upheld. TV. and computer games compete with the public education system for the interest and time of children. V. THE HOLY SPIRIT AND EQUIPPING THE CHURCH MEMBERS: It should not be forgotten that the text tells us about the Holy Spirit empowering people who have accepted the Word of God and believed in Jesus Christ. Whatever the training we give to our church members, it is important that we pray for the Holy Spirit to empower them. Our members may be equipped with the knowledge of the Bible, trained to do theology, have skills to teach and preach. But if the Holy spirit is not with them, they will be still shallow and cold. For indeed, it is the Holy Spirit that makes as warm and inspired to carry out our task not for our own glory but for God. It is the Holy Spirit that makes us bold to dream dreams and see vision. And forge ahead to make this vision a reality. VI. CONCLUSION : Our churches should consider all these things. Equipping the church members should not be limited only to Sunday School or to a communicant class which is held only for three or four week-ends. It means the whole of church life should become a venue and an opportunity for the young and old to grow in faith and in the understanding of one responsibilities as a believer of Jesus Christ. Sources : The Student Bible; The Bible League; New International Version The UCCP. Calendar ; A Guide To Celebration Regular Fellowship Tuesdays 7PM For Info: Etti Frani ( ) YOUNG ADULT CORNER the young leaders the mobilizers & advocates SCHEDULE OF ACTIVITIES Fellowship w/ Bible Study 1 st and 3 rd Sunday of the Month SCHEDULE OF ACTIVITIES Fellowship every Saturdays 7 Sunday School ages 15-22; 8:30 am Sundays Contact: Avin UCM CORNER SCHEDULE OF ACTIVITIES Regular Fellowship: Saturdays 7PM; Conference Room Facilitators: Pastor Benjie Elder Willie For info: Gerry Pelagio

3 D news Page 3 D NEWSBITS Communicants Class commenced Last January 11, 2014, 15 young people began a new step on their spiritual journey as they started to engage on a deeper study about God and other Christian Principles through the Communicants Class. Classes are held every Saturday morning led by Rev. Benjie Gevera with a total of 14 sessions. The culmination for this event, a water baptism, is held during the Holy Week. Lectionary and Schedule of Preachers for February 2014 as Membership Renewal Month John 3:16-17 Theme is The Power of God s Love 2 Communion Sunday; Christians are Salt of the Earth Preacher: Pastor Benjie Gevera Isa. 58:1-9; Mat 5: Sacred Music Sunday c/o Mrs. Myrna Chan 16 The Authority of the Christian Lev. 19:1-18; Matt. 5:28-48 Preacher: Pastor Benjie Gevera As a way to start to the year, several coin banks were returned from last year s project entitled Alay- Pasasalamat sa Diyos para sa Isang Taong Biyaya. These coin banks were distributed during Christmas last year and members who participated in this fund raising were asked to fill this banks for the whole year. Almost every family had one to fill up, a total of 120 families signed up. As of January a total of Php 50, was gathered for the said project. A venture founded by the Board of Deacons, this aims to help in filling up the general fund for administrative expenses. 23 The Forbidden Anger ; Is. 49:8-16; Matt 5:21-22 Preacher: Pastor Benjie Gevera

4 Page 4 Volume 12, Number 2 Do You Really Need Vitamin and Mineral Supplements for Good Health WP - Jan-Dec 2002 Written by Cynthia T. Gayya, NPS-NSTD Do you take vitamin and mineral supplements daily to keep you going when tired or rundown? Or do you take supplements to feel better physically or to improve your appearance? These are the reasons why people take dietary supplements according to a survey conducted by the Food and Nutrition Research Institute, Department of Science and Technology (FNRI-DOST). The survey also revealed that the most common supplements taken by consumers are multivitamins and minerals, B-complex vitamins and vitamin C. Dietary supplements are becoming very popular nowadays and a significant percentage of the population is taking them. A trip to the local health food store will reveal different combinations of vitamin and mineral supplements one would ever imagine. People get attracted by the health claims of manufacturers that sometimes they substitute these supplements to healthy diet. Experts say this is dangerous because there are possible risks of direct toxicity of high doses of vitamins and minerals. The more common symptoms or side effects are nausea, vomiting, headache or diarrhea. They said further that taking vitamin and mineral supplements without professional advice could lead to the potential danger of nutrient interactions. For instance, giving high dose calcium could inhibit iron absorption. Studies conducted abroad showed that when varying doses of calcium have been added to a meal containing iron, nonheme iron absorption was decreased. Researchers postulated that there is a complex mechanism that takes place in the lumen, wherein calcium interferes with iron absorption. Another example of an interactive effect is that of iron and zinc. A high intake of iron may deplete zinc absorption, or vice versa. These nutrients, together with other metals like cobalt, nickel, manganese, and zinc share in part the same metabolic pathway. In order to maximize the absorption of these nutrients, they have to be consumed in the proper ratio, otherwise, either one nutrient is utilized or the other one is wasted. These are times when vitamin and mineral supplements are necessary. One reason is to augment an inadequate diet to prevent or correct a specific nutritional deficiency. For example, iron supplementation may be helpful in a patient with iron deficiency anemia or folic acid supplementation maybe recommended to pregnant women to reduce the risk of bearing children with neural tube defects. Another use of dietary supplements is pharmacological, where dose above the Recommended Dietary Allowance (RDA) are used for a specific pharmacological effect, rather than to make up for any deficit in dietary intake. For instance, patients with acute infection or burns need increased energy and micronutrients for fast recovery, but their weak bodies prevent them from absorbing the required nutrients from a normal diet. The best strategy for promoting optimal health and reducing the risk of chronic diseases, according to the FNRI-DOST, is to choose wisely from a wide variety of foods. There are tools like "Recommended Dietary Allowances", "Your Guide to Good Nutrition", "Food Exchange List", and "Food Composition Table", among others, available at the Institute at Bicutan, Taguig, Metro Manila to help you plan a balance diet without excessive intakes of nutrients. For more information, contact the Food and Nutrition Research Institute at telephone number local 2287 or 2299.

5 D news Page 5 IV. Loving as Jesus Did Charles F. Stanley Scriptures: John 13:34-35; 15:12-13 I. Introduction: Jesus defined love in terms of sacrificial actions rather than words or emotions. He said, Greater love has no one than this, that one lay down his life for his friends (John 15:13). The way we treat other people demonstrates to the world that we are followers of Christ. Because He first loved us, we can show love to the undeserving. II. Four Different Loves Eros includes passion or infatuation as well as sexual or romantic love. Storge refers to the natural affection between a parent and child. Phileo refers to the intimacy that good friends share. Agape is sacrificial love--a commitment that motivates us to deny ourselves on behalf of another. This is the type of love the Lord had in mind when He commanded His followers to love one another. III. Jesus Command to Love 1. This was a new commandment: Christ s instructions to the disciples raised the standard for how we treat others -- thinking of their needs before our own. 2. Jesus told us to love our enemies: That doesn t mean we have to like how they act or think. However, we are called to love even those who oppose us. Jesus hated the hypocrisy of the temple money changers (Matt. 21:12-13) but still had compassion on them, just as He did on all of Jerusalem (Matt. 23:37-38). 3. The distinguishing characteristic of a believer should be love (John 13:34-35). First Corinthians 13:1 says that if we don t have love, we are like a noisy gong--loud, unpleasant, and meaningless. 4. We are to walk in sacrificial love. More than our words, our deeds should convey God s love (Eph. 5:2). Selflessly: Jesus did not come to be served, but to serve (Matt. 20:28). Our love should not be centered on what someone can do for us, but how we can bless him or her. Understandingly: Jesus knew the limitations of His followers, which is one reason He was able to have compassion on their failings. We should show the same consideration for those who mistreat us or live sinfully. There is always a reason why people rebel against God. Trying to understand doesn t change their guilt before Him, but it can help you love more freely. Following the Lord s example means learning to see people as they are and caring for them anyway. Forgivingly: There are countless ways we can take offense at what others do or say. Forgiveness isn t usually easy, but someone who genuinely loves will also be forgiving. At the next opportunity to extend mercy, we should remember that Jesus was willing to cleanse us of all our sins. Also, hanging on to bitterness and resentment will negatively affect our health, not just our relationships with God and the offender. Sacrificially: In Mark 8:43, Jesus said, If anyone wishes to come after Me, he must deny himself, and take up his cross and follow Me. The highest form of love is to lay your life down for another. Genuine love almost always involves some level of sacrifice. That doesn t mean we must give in to all the demands of others; instead, we should seek to give them what will ultimately be most beneficial. V. Sacrificial love takes many forms: Husbands or wives might win their spouse for Christ through selfless affection. One particular friend went out of his way to demonstrate God s sacrificial love to me when I was in college. Godly mothers lay down their life for a season to care for their infants and small children. Servicemen and women risk their life for our country. VI. Conclusion: Unless you experience genuine affection, you will never know true joy and contentment in life. To love as Christ does and be loved in return is God s best for us. At times you might feel left out or all alone. Remember, the Father s love is always available if you have accepted His offer of a saving relationship with His Son. There is nothing more fulfilling or meaningful than experiencing His divine affection. Draw near to God, and let Him fill your heart with His perfect love.

6 Page 6 Volume 12, Number 2 The word from heaven was: This is my beloved Son, in whom I am well pleased. Ang Bautismo ni Hesus Text: Mateo 3: By: Rev. Remy Montealegre-Gevera Isa sa mga Kapahayagan ng Diyos sa buhay ni Kristo Hesus ( Ephiphany) ay ang Kanyang Bautismo. Ito ay isa-isang isinalarawan ni Mateo. Nag simula siya kung paano ipinanganak si Hesus, at ipinagpatuloy kung paano isinagawang may buong katapatan ang Kanyang responsibilidad sa tahanang Kanyang kinagisnan, bago Sya nagsimula sa Kanyang gagampana ng Gawain sa sanlibutan, kailangan o dapat maipakita ang Kanyang sarili na gumaganap sa maliliit na Gawain, bago ibigay ng Diyos ang the Greatest task para sa sang- katauhan. Patuloy na ipinakita ni Mateo ang buhay ni Hesus hanggang sa pag dating ni John the Baptist. Nang lumapit si Hesus kay Juan, upang mag pabautismo nagulumihanan sya at ayaw nyang bautismohan ito. Ang paniniwalani Juan na sya ang may pangangailangan, na si Hesus lamang ang makapagbigay at hindi si Hesus ang may kailangan sa ano mang kanya ng maibigay. Kapag iniisip ng mga tao ang patungkol sa bautismo ni Hesus, natagpuan ng mga ito na mahirap ito unawain, dahil sa ang bautismo ni Juan ay mayron itong panawagan sa pagsisisi at may alok ng kapatawaran sa mga makasalanan. Ngunit si Hesus, the way people believed in Him, hindi Niya kailangan magsisi at lalong hindi Niya kailanganing patatawarin, dahil hindi nga Siya nag kasala. Ang pagbabautismoni Juan ay para sa mga makasalanan, na may alam na sila ay nagkasala, at kung mag kagayon hindi ito applicable o hindi ito karapat-dapat para kay Kristo Hesus. Mula pa sa unang panahon, marami ang nalilito, at hindi nakaunawa sa mga pangyayari kung bakit sihesus ay sumailalim sa bautismo, gayong hindi naman Niya ito kailangan. Ngunit mayrong mga dahilan at mabubuting dahilan kung bakit Niya ginawa. 1. Sa loob ng 30 taon, si Hesus naghihintay sa Nazareth, mula sa gulang 13 hanggang 29, buong katapatang ginampanan ang mga payak na Gawain sa tahanan at sa Carpenter s shop. Alam Niya na sa lahat ng oras ang sanlibutan o ang mundo ay naghihintay sa Kanya,habang patuloy Siya sa paglaki, alam Niya ang naghihintay Nyang mga tungkulin. Jesus must have waited for the hour to strike, for the moment to come, for the summons to sound. At nang dumating at nag pakitasi Juan, alam ni Hesus na dumating na ang takdang oras / panahon. 2. Kung mag kagayonbakit? Isang payak at napakahalaga ng dahilan o rason: hindi pa nangyari sa kasaysayan ng mgajudio na may nag pabautis mo sa kanila. Alam at ginagamit ng mga Judio ang bautismo para lamang samga convert, nahikayat mula sa ibang sekta. Natural sa kanila na bautismuhan ang mga ito dahil, sila marumi at makasalanan, ngunit sa kanila walang ipinanganak na papabautismo, dahil sila sa kanilang paniniwala ay member of the chosen people, a son of Abraham, assured of God s salvation, at hindi kailangan ang bautismo. Para sa kanila ang bautismo ay para sa mga nagkasala, at walang ipinanganak sa kanila na may kasalanan, dahil sila ay malapit sa Diyos. At ngayon sa unang pagkakataon, sa kanilang pambansang kasaysayan, the Jews realized their own sin and their own need of God. Never before had these been such a unique national movement of penitence and of search for God. Ang tinig nanarinig ni Hesusng Siya y bautismuhan ay may mataas na kahalagahan, Ito ang minamahal kong anak na lubos kong kinalulugdan, ay binubuong 2 pangungusap: 1. Ito ang minamahal Kong Anak ay mula po sa MgaAwit 2: 7, aking ihahayag ang ipinagutos nitong Panginoon, Ikawang Anak kong pinakamamahal, at mag mula ngayon, Ako naming ito ang giliw Mong Ama sa habang panahon. Tanggap ng bawat Judio, na ang mga Awit ay nag sasalarawan ng Mesiyas, ang Makapangyarihang Hari na darating. 2. Na lubos Kong kinalulugdan, mula naman sa Isaias 42: 1, Sinabi ni Yahweh: Ito ang Lingkod Ko na Aking itataas, na Aking pinili at kinalulug- dan, ibubuhos Ko sa Kanya ang Aking Espiritu at sa mga bansa, Siya ang mag papairal ng katarungan., Ito ang S yang larawan ng Suffering Servant, ang tinutukoy sa Isaias 53. Kaya 2 katiyakan ang makikita natin kay Kristo Hesus ng Siya y bautismuhan: 1. Katiyakan, that He was indeed the chosen of God. 2. Katiyakan, Na ang Daan na Kanyang tatahakin ay daan patungo sa Krus. Samga sandaling yaon, alam ng Panginoong Hesus nas iya y pinili na magiginghari, datapwat alam din Niya na ang Kanyang Trono ay ang Krus. Sa mga sandalling yaon, alam Niya na itinakda na ang Kanyang tagumpay = gayon man ang Kanyang sandata, was the power of suffering love, set before Him to fulfill His task and that is to save. Nang sa ganun ang sinumang tumanggap, sumampalataya at sumunodsa KANYA ay hindi na bilanggo ng kasalanan, kundi naging Malaya at nagkaroon ng buhay na walang hanggan. Are you one of them? Sa Pangalan ng Ama,

7 D news LCSM C - U CWO ANNUA L R ETREAT B Y : LM W I L M A P E L A G I O Ang papuri at pasasalamat ay sa Panginoon sa matagumpay na pagkaganap ng taunang retreat ng mga manggagawa sa ating kumperensiya na ginanap noong Enero 20-25, 2014 sa UCCP CENDET(Center for Develoent Education and Training) na may temang Strengtening the Bond and Ministry, na hinango sa 2 Corinto 6:1. Ang taunang retreat ay nagsimula sa pambukas na paanambahan at sinimulan ito ng mahalagang impormasyon mula sa Conference Minister ng Cebu CM Rev. Steve Berdin, nag-ulat din ang West Visayas Jusrisdiction Area Minister kaugnay sa kanilang mga gawain, buhay at ministeryo sa pangunguna ni Rev. Jaime Moriles kasama sa kanilang ulat ang patuloy na pag -unlad at pagbibigay serbisyo sa mamamayan ng Cebu ang UCCP-VCMC(Visayas Community Medical Center). Bahagi din ng taunang retreat na ito ang CTE ng mga manggagawa sa pangunguna ni Dr. Lucio Mutia na isang propesor sa Siliman University at ang temang ibinahagi niya sa amin ay On Being and Boundaries: The Making and Unmaking of Healthy Relationship. ON BEING: The wise leader teaches more through being then through doing. The quality of one s silence conveys more than long speeches. BOUNDARIES: Workers who continually take on duties that aren t theirs will eventually burn out. It takes wisdom to know what we should be doing and what we shouldn t. We can t do everything. Napakaganda at naging masigla ang talakayan ng mga manggagawa sa temang ito, tunay ngang nagbigay ito ng dagdag na kaalaman sa bawat isa physically, emotionally Page 7 & spiritually. Nagkaroon din kami ng isang araw na paglilibot at pamamasyal upang mapuntahan ang magaganda at makasaysayang lugar ng Cebu gaya ng Toast Temple, Cebu Top, Lapu-Lapu Shrine, Fort San Pedro at Magallanes Cross. Salamat sa Panginoon at sa bawat local na iglesya na walang sawang ipinahahayo ang kanilang mga manggagawa sa ganitong gawain ng ating kumperensiya, ang taunang retreat na ito ng mga manggagawa ay tinapos sa pamamagitan ng isang pangwakas na pananambahan. To God be the glory! LOVE IS B Y : A L L Y A N J E L L S A M O N T E I remember in my younger years, me and my classmates would exchange slum books with each other and asnwer thoroughly the questions in it, one of these was the definition of Love Love is like a rosary full of mystery others would say, Love is blind while others settle for a verse in the Bible, Love is patient, love is kind Gone are the days when I could not really grasp the whole idea of Love. As we get older, experiences teach us a lot on so many things, it requires us to filter things out, drop some principles in exchange for stronger ideations. Nevertheless, accumulated experiences help us grow, the more we know about love, the stronger we get on facing what it has to offer. It is like knowing a person, the more familiar we are to love, the more comfortable we become. How much more if we act like this towards our Savior? The more we know God, the more comfortable we are in His presence, and the bolder our prayers become. The deeper we know God, the greater our love becomes for Him, the more we understand what He has to give. The greater the things we can expect from His promises. How then can we know God? The Bible teaches us so. In 1 John chapter 4 verses 7 through 11, we are guided by the word on how we must live as Christians. We are taught the greatest commandment: to love one another. Love is the most powerful force in the world. Paul would not dedicate a chap- ter in one of His books if he had not known its power, he wouldn t have said that the greatest of the three virtues was love, he wouldn t even have put it first in the fruits of the Holy Spirit and finally he wouldn t even juxtaposed it with God. Paul knew that love was the strongest emotion or state people can have or achieve that is why he had put effort in explaining it to the churches he went through. Love transforms. It has the capability to change a person and the rest of the history. Love transcends time. It can last for a lifetime, passing from generation to generation. Love is. It is living, breathing and being. Probably we all have our own definitions of Love, but what matters most is to whom and to what do we give our love to. A word of caution though, anything too little and too much of something is hazardous. When we lack love for something, it is apathy. We are out of concern for something, we do not really care. When we become so much in love, it becomes obsession or idolatry. We become engrossed to the emotion to the point of being harmful, when we love something too much with all our hearts we become obsessive. The secret to a balanced love is to pass it on. What do we do when something great happens to us? Do we not tell it to our loved ones? Same thing with anything that we feel that overwhelms us, too much of it and we cannot contain it, the tendency is to give it away such as love, joy, blessing and whatnot. This year, as we press on towards life, may we always have the courage to love; whatever we may be experiencing may God be always put first for we are overcomers awaiting for the fulfillment of His promises.

8 D news Page 8 D I S C I P L E S L E A R N I N G AC A D E M Y N E W S B I T A N D P I E C E S On Scholarship Program. The school is so thankful to the friends, alumni and brothers and sisters in Lord who shared the same burden with us of helping children get a good quality Christian education by being a part of the scholarship program. Miss Maaliw Aldunar, Mr. Jerson Sapida and Mr. Roger Felix had sent their support thus making our SPIC financial report a little better. Our SPIC financial report reflect that there is a very big amount needed to support the scholarship program for this year. Please help us pray and support the SPIC Program that the amount of P45, will be met at the end of this school year so that we may continue to serve our church community in bringing our very own children to the faith and love of our Lord Jesus. The Fourth General PTA meeting and Issuance of Third Quarter Progress Report Card was held last January 17, Congratulations to the top five students for this quarter: Grade 1: Grade 2: 1st Shulamite Mae Arcangel 1st Kassandra Ross Jimenez 2 nd - Naomi Leigh Gonzales 2 nd - Atasha Grade Fauni* 3 rd Zaira Claire Battung 3 rd Ashley Nicole Mangaring 4 th Miguel VerboTimario 4 th Corvin Yves Sadiwa 5 th Jesryll Drae Garcia 5 th Cristian Lyle Laylo Grade 3: Grade 4: 1st Princess Eula Mae Maristela 1st Austin Clark Castilla 2 nd - Shaina May Matro* 2 nd - Maxine Redje De Castro 3 rd Sophia Pearl Lomadilla 3 rd Nicole Grace Agapay* 4 th KhobyCerbo 4 th Sean Codey Mangubat 5 th Erich Bernadette Tumbaga* 5 th AllysaEllein S. Fauni* Grade 5: Grade 6: 1st Simone Alexandra Cajelo 1st Neilyn Mae Hormillosa 2 nd -Phillippe James Catubig 2 nd - Graham Ford Aleonar 3 rd Elisha Therese Sangcajo 3 rd Justine Janelle Reyes 4 th Michelle Ann Escober 4 th Lyka Ann Jimenez 5 th Elijah Paul Dela Cruz* 5 th Sarah Mae S. Hayag* *SCCD members The weeklong celebration of the 30 th Founding Year of DLA was held last January 27-30, 2014 with theme Build one another in faith, love and work. It was highlighted by different activities such as motorcade, Sportsfest, Quiz bee Family Day and Field Demonstration. This year, the school featured the different Ethnic dances at the Mountain Province. It was well-participated activities wherein parents, school faculty and staff shared joy and thanksgiving to the Lord. Schedule for the remaining quarter ( February March 2014) Feb Final Exam Graduating and Honor students March 6 or 13 NAT 6 March Lower Grade Final Exam March 14 Grade 6 Retreat March 17 Accomplishment of Clearance ( Grades 4-6) March 21 Talent sharing (Kinder 1 and 2) March 26 Moving- up Ceremony 9:00 am Graduation Rites, 2:00 April 4 Issuance of Card Summer Schedule April 7-9 Faculty and Staff Year-end Retreat April 14 Enrolment for S.Y April 21- May 16 Start of SUMMER Class for Incoming Grade I

9 Page 9 Volume 12, Number 2 1 Michelle Saquilayan, Angelito Cortez 2 Pastor Joel, John Argie Mendez, Khay Ann Docusin, Lloyd Fauni 3 Michelle Perez, Jasmine Gomba 4 Leony Saquilayan 5 Johnny and Jeffrey Purisima, Patrick Jayson Luna 7 Leticia Sapida, Lina Reyes, Philip Fauni, Nicajhed Lagatic, Romualdo Calungin, Julie Rodriguez, Rosalinda Lumagui, Charlyn Madrid 8 Letty Calungin 9 Cornelio Santos 10 Remedios Gabriel, Michelle Mary Tio 11 Andrea Fauni, Armond Fauni, Ellariz Riane Sarmiento, Trisha Lorraine Benitez 13 Joselito Fauni 15 Shirly Fauni 16 Analyn Del Rosario, Abeng Sapida, Romeo Ancheta 17 Gabina Olaes, Binang Sapida, Roberto Ticao 18 Stephen Paul Tigas Sr. 19 Dennis Saquilayan, Genesis Saquilayan, Sonia Sapida 20 Arah Reyes, Joennel Catayong, Josephine Bautista 21 Mary Mae Daniellie Tio, Cherry Almendral, Maluna Mendoza 23 Ellen Baysa 24 Cristy Gervacio, Karen, Wilson Benitez, Joey Ancheta 25 Efren Frani 27 Eugene Dakis, Phamila Rayco 28 Michael Almendral 7 Mr. & Mrs. Apolinar 8 Raymond & Sarah Tapawan 20 Wilson & Bea Almanzor 26 Mr & Mrs. Wiliam Abdon SUNDAY COLLECTION DECEMBER JANUARY 2014 Tithes 96, , Loose Offering 25, , Sunday School 1, , Midweek Services , Least Coin Alay Pasasalamat para sa Isang Taong Biayaya 2, , Lovegift/Donations/ flower 7, , Gen. Services Simbang Gabi 13, New Year s Eve 3, Support from Abroad 50, Happy Birthday Gift to Jesus 9, Mission Offering/Fund 3, , Calamity Support Everybody s Birthday TOTAL 212, ,318.66

10 FEBRUARY 2014 The Power of God s Love Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat 1 Outreach Class: Kids Choir/ Tambourine/Praise & Worship/Chancel Choir Practice BCE Meeting 6 2 COMMUNION/ Preacher: Rev. Benjie Songleader: Dionyl Liturgist: Elder Taleng Shut-ins 3 Cellgroup 4 CWA Fellowship; 7 DLA Faculty & Staff Devotion; 4 5 Church/Pastoral/ Coop Staff Devotion 4 Pastor/ Monie Prayer Service; 7 6 Cellgroup: OlaesCompound, 3 Bible Study; 7 7 Cellgroup: Daang NIA & Silvertown Caroling; 7 8 Outreach Class: Kids Choir/ Tambourine/Praise & Worship/Chancel Choir Practice BOT Meeting 6 9 Preacher: Sis. Myrna Songleader: Budz Liturgist: Jo Ann Samonte BOD/Council/Boards/ CROs Meeting 12nn 10 Cellgroup 11 CWA Fellowship; 7 DLA Faculty & Staff Devotion; 4 12 Church/Pastoral/ Coop Staff Devotion: Lody/Gemma/ Ann Prayer Service; 7 13 Cellgroup: OlaesCompound, 3 Bible Study; 7 14 Cellgroup: Daang NIA & Silvertown 15 Outreach Class: Kids Choir/ Tambourine/Praise & Worship/Chancel Choir Practice 16 Preacher: Rev. Benjie Songleader: Bea Liturgist: Cecille dela Cruz Pinag-isang Puso 17 Cellgroup 18 CWA Fellowship; 7 DLA Faculty & Staff Devotion; 4 19 Church/Pastoral/ Coop Staff Devotion: Rose Prayer Service; 7 20 Cellgroup: OlaesCompound, 3 Bible Study; 7 21 Cellgroup: Daang NIA & Silvertown 22 Outreach Class: Kids Choir/ Tambourine/Praise & Worship/Chancel Choir Practice 23 Preacher: Rev. Benjie Gevera Songleader: Louie Liturgist: Ney Poculan Teacher Workshop Council Meeting; 2 24 Cellgroup 25 CWA Fellowship; 7 DLA Faculty & Staff Devotion; 4 26 Church/Pastoral/ Coop Staff Christmas Devotion: Wilma Prayer Service; 7 27 Cellgroup: OlaesCompound, 3 Bible Study; 7 28 Cellgroup: Daang NIA & Silvertown