De La Salle University

D A S M A R I Ñ A S
CAVITE 4115 PHILIPPINES

SUMMATIVE ASSESSMENT 4: REFLECTION PAPER

In partial fulfillment for the requirements in

D-REED003 Christian Commitment in Contemporary Society

Submitted by:

Suñga, Katrina Marie C.

BTM 25

Submitted to:

Dr. Esteban Salibay, Jr.

February 2021

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Reflection Paper
1). How does it help me develop my Lasallian identity based on my personal experience?

- De La Salle University is an institution for the poor and as a student, it is my responsibility to

carry out the mission of my university to help the underprivileged. Through the concert that was
organized by the REED department, it encouraged me to develop my Lasallian community by
simply supporting the concert itself. I realized that helping doesn’t need extravagant effort to be
considered one. At first when my class president requests donations for the concert, I was actually
quite pressured since I also don’t have much money right now but I realized that by simply
donating my time to watch the event is already a great help for the community. Even in that short
amount of time, I was able to find real joy through supporting the organization to reach their
purpose of helping the frontliners and supporting the DLSU-D scholarship programs. Life is
indeed much rewarding than any material things when serving other people. So, establishing
deeper solidarity with the poor is an identity that all Lasallians’ must foster more.

2). Do the values of resiliency and responsibility instill in me through and by this concert for
a cause?

- During these challenging times, the concert definitely encouraged me to nurture my sense of
responsibility and resiliency as it gave me an opportunity to help people who are currently
struggling because of the pandemic. Initially, I always believed that the essence of being
responsible is by fulfilling my duty as a daughter and as a student. I assumed that by studying hard
and somehow to provide for my family in the future is already a measure of being responsible but
eventually I realized that I also have a role to play in the society and my life shouldn’t only revolve
to myself and to my family. I understand that as I enrich my life, I should also help others in my
own little way especially now that the country in the middle of a pandemic. The least thing that I
can do is to make the world better and alleviate the stress that we’re facing currently. Besides
helping gives me a sense of purpose which is a vital aspect of being responsible.

In relation to resiliency, supporting the concert also encourages me to bounce back on my life since
it generates a positive feeling within me. Recently, I am stressed and pressured because of my
school works and future career as I frequently hear news about flight attendants being laid-off by
many airlines. I was always overthinking if I actually have a future in this industry or will I be
successful someday. But when I watched those cute children perform in the concert, I was very
delighted and it somehow pushed me to focus my attention on other people. It encouraged me to
stop pressuring myself and revitalize myself even in a short period of time. Through the efforts of
the concert, even during the setbacks gave me a wonderful opportunity to create a meaningful
impact and to be more grateful which instills the value of responsibility and resiliency within me.

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3). What song or activity of the concert you like most? How can it inspire you to further
demonstrate your commitment as a Lasallian to carry-out exemplary acts for the
community?

Throughout the pandemic, I assume that it has been a dark phase of my life not only because of
the exposure to COVID-19 but also to the fact that there is no stability in terms of job security and
the economy which deeply struck the tourism industry. In addition, the stress of online class
constantly eats me and it highly affected my mental health. I felt powerless over the direction of
my life but when the REED kids have performed the song entitled “Liwanag sa Dilim,” it gave me
an opportunity to reflect about my life. I realized that I should take things over the things that I can
control and try my best to adapt through submitting in God’s salvation. To be honest every time I
encounter problems, I always blame Him for the horrible things that’s happening to me. Like where
is God and why did he let all of this to happen? But at some point, I should also ask myself since
I may also be the reason of my sufferings right now. I realized that I shouldn’t distance myself so
much and I should also take the courage to seek help from others especially to our Lord. I should
spend time with the one who brings light and pour my heart out God as He is always willing to
listen and ready to carry my burden during the tough times.

Everything may seem negative and I know that it may take a lot of adjustments on my part but I
should keep in mind that I take ownership in my life. I am the driver of my future and it’s up to
me if I would create a noble journey or not. My situation may be uncertain but I should simply
trust His plans and wait for His perfect time. The current setback is like a passing cloud therefore
as a student, I wanted to take this chance to become a light during the tough times and perform the
mission of my institution to help the underprivileged. As God formed me to be similar in His
image, I should also be merciful and shelter those people in need.

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