BCLP Vol 1 - Service Handbook

BCLP Manual
Volume 1
The
Service Team
Handbook
The Brotherhood Christian Life Program
(BCLP) Manual
Each Chapter of the Brotherhood shall be provided with copies of the Brotherhood Christian Life Pro-
gram Manual which will be composed of the following:
A. The BCLP Service Team Handbook
The Service Team Handbook will detail the roles and responsibilities of the BCLP Ad-
ministrative and Service Team. It will include checklists and sample forms to be used
during the conduct the BCLP.
The Service Team Handbook will also include the Service Team Training and Empower-
ment Program.
B. The BCLP Course Director’s Kit
The BCLP Course Director is furnished with a BCLP Course Director’s Kit which will
provide him the goals, dynamics and the order of events pertinent to the particular talk
/ session.
C. The Discussion Group Leader’s / Speaker’s Guide
The Discussion Group Leaders and the Speakers are furnished with a Discussion Group
Leader’s / Speaker’s Guide which will provide them with the goals and the expanded
talk outline pertinent to the particular talk / session.
D. The Assistant Discussion Group Leader’s Folio
Assistant Discussion Leaders are furnished with a Assistant Discussion Group Leader’s
Folio which is a compilation of the handouts given to the participants. This folio in-
cludes a brief talk outline, a discussion starter, daily Scripture readings for the week (to
be read at home), and other additional recommended readings.
E. The Participant’s Handout File
Participants are furnished with a Participant’s Handout at the end of each talk / session.
This handout includes a brief talk outline, a discussion starter, daily Scripture readings
for the week (to be read at home), and other additional recommended readings.
1. The BCLP Service Team Handbook
The BCLP Manual 1.0. Table of Contents
Table of Contents
1.1. OVERVIEW OF THE BROTHERHOOD CHRISTIAN LIFE PROGRAM
1.1.1. The Goals of the BCLP 1

1.1.2. The Structure of the BCLP 2
1.2. THE BCLP ADMINISTRATIVE AND SERVICE TEAM
1.2.1. Selection Criteria for the BCLP Team 5

1.2.2. The BCLP Team Composition 6
1.3 THE COURSE DIRECTOR
1.3.1. Roles and Responsibilities of the Course Director 7

1.3.2. Sample Letters for Administrative Team 9
1.3.3. Sample Letters for Service Team 14
1.3.4. Sample Letter for Mass Celebrant 17
1.3.5. Sample Letters for Participant 18
1.4. THE ASSISTANT COURSE DIRECTOR
1.4.1. Roles and Responsibilities of the Assistant Course Director 21

1.4.2. The Assistant Course Director’s Arrival Checklist 23
1.5. THE SECRETARIAT SERVANT
1.5.1. Roles and Responsibilities of the Secretariat Servant 24

1.5.2. The Secretariat Servant’s Packing Checklist 27
1.5.3. Sample Forms 29
01. The BCLP Administrative and Service Team Directory 29
02. Schedule of Activities 31
03. Participant/s Data Information Sheet 33
04. Attendance Log: Administrative Team 34
05. Attendance Log: Service Team and Participants 35
06. Program Evaluation Sheet 36
1.5.4. Book Table Checklist 37
1.6. THE MUSIC MINISTRY AND PRAYER WARRIOR COORDINATOR
1.6.1. Roles and Responsibilities of the Music Ministry

and Prayer Warrior Coordinator 39
1.6.2. The Music Ministry and Prayer Warrior Coordinator’s
Packing Checklist 42
The BCLP Manual 1.0. Table of Contents . . . (continued)
1.7. THE LITURGICAL MASS AND MEAL SERVANT
1.7.1. Roles and Responsibilities of the

Liturgical Mass and Meal Servant 43
1.7.2. The Liturgical Mass and Meal Servant’s
Packing Checklist 45
1.8. THE DISCUSSION GROUP LEADER

Discussion Group Leader 46
1.8.2. The Discussion Group 50
1.8.3. The 1st One-on-One Dialogue 53
1.8.4. The 2nd One-on-One Dialogue 55
1.8.5. The 3rd One-on-One Dialogue 57
1.9. THE SESSION SPEAKER
1.9.1. The Roles and Responsibilities of the

Session Speaker 58
1.10. THE SERVICE TEAM TRAINING AND EMPOWERMENT SESSION
1.10.1. Servanthood, Receiving the Power to Serve

and Spiritual Warfare 60
1.10.2. What is the Brotherhood Christian Life Program (BCLP)? 63
1.10.3. How to Lead a Discussion Group 66
1.10.4. Fasting 69
1.10.5. Team Meetings 70
1.11. MEMOS FROM FERNANDO DE LARRAZABAL 71

The BCLP Manual 1.1. Overview of the Brotherhood
Christian Life Program
1.1.1. The Goals of the BCLP
I. EVANGELIZATION
To take the basic message of Christianity and to proclaim it anew so that businessmen and professionals
who hear it can make a renewed commitment to the Lord in a way which will allow them to receive a fuller
experience of the work of the Holy Spirit in their lives.
II. RENEWAL
A. INDIVIDUAL
To bring individual businessmen and professionals to a stronger relationship with God by discovering
and living more fully the powers and gifts they receive through the Holy Spirit.
B. FAMILY
1. To bring businessmen and professionals to a renewed commitment to Christian family life.

2. To build up a community of committed Christian families.
C. CHURCH
1. To bring businessmen and professionals to a fuller experience of life in the Spirit as they work in
the marketplace.
2. To strengthen and revitalize Christian community life in the marketplace.
BCLP Manual August 2000 The Service Team Handbook Page 1

1.1.2. The Structure of the BCLP
I. CONTENT
The BCLP runs for a total of seventeen (17) consecutive weeks immediately following the Orientation
Session. It is divided into four (4) modules. The first two consist of four (4) talks, followed by a third
module with three (3) talks, and a final module with six (6) talks.
A. THE ORIENTATION SESSION
B. MODULE I: THE BASIC TRUTHS ABOUT CHRISTIANITY
1. Talk 1: Who Is Jesus Christ?

2. Talk 2: What Is God Like?
3. Talk 3: The Power of the Holy Spirit
4. Talk 4: Repentance and Faith
C. MODULE II: THE AUTHENTIC CHRISTIAN
1. Talk 5: Loving God and Neighbor

2. Talk 6: The Christian Family
3. Talk 7: The Christian in the Marketplace
4. Talk 8: Life in the Holy Spirit
D. MODULE III: LIVING A SPIRIT-FILLED CHRISTIAN LIFE
1. Talk 9: Baptism of the Holy Spirit

2. Talk 10: Growing in the Spirit
3. Talk 11: The Brotherhood: A Way of Life
E. MODULE IV: THE BCBP WAY OF LIFE
1. Talk 12: Prayer, Scripture and Spiritual Gifts

2. Talk 13: Speech and Wrongdoing
3. Talk 14: Guidelines for Business Dealings Between BCBP Members
4. Talk 15: The Christian and His Money
5. Talk 16: Submission to Authority
6. Talk 17: Commitment
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1.1.2. The Structure of the BCLP

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II. MINI-TEACHINGS
Aside from these 17 talks, there are 2 mini-teachings that are included within the framework of Module II
— The Authentic Christian. These mini-talks are
A. Praising and Raising of Hands

Delivered before Talk 5: Loving God and Neighbor
B. Verbal Prayers:
Delivered before Talk 6: The Christian Family
III. PERSONAL DIALOGUES
There are three (3) occasions when the Discussion Group Leaders meet individually and privately with
each of the members of his / her group.
A. The 1st time is at the end of Module One after the talk on Repentance and Faith, and
B. The 2nd time is at the end of Module Two after the talk on Life in the Holy Spirit.
C. The 3rd time is at the end of Module Four after the talk on Submission to Authority.
This personal dialogue is often referred to as the One-on-One Dialogue / meeting. The complete explanation
and format to follow are printed in one of the succeeding sections of this manual — Section 1.2.7. The
Discussion Group Leader and copies of which will be provided to all Discussion Group Leaders.
IV. DYNAMICS
A. Format
1. Arrival and Fellowship

2. Songs and Prayer
3. Talk
4. Discussion Group
5. Group Fellowship
B. The last three are the vital ingredients of a BCLP. They are the proven formula for drawing busi-
nessmen and professionals to personal evangelism.

1.1.2 The Structure of the BCLP

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V. ATTENDANCE
The BCBP is a registered Catholic organization offering the BCLP to all businessmen and professionals.
This BCLP is also open not only to Catholics but also to other Christian denominations as well. Participants
need not have any specific religious or spiritual background but should have had exposure to some form
of evangelism from their sponsors.
Note: See memo on sponsorship of candidates regarding restrictions, found in the latter part of
this section.
Every participant is expected to attend all sessions since the BCLP is offered as a unified package for
spiritual renewal. However, there will be times when absence is unavoidable. In such cases, the participant
should be given a make-up session by his / her Discussion Group Leader. In cases wherein either
husband or wife plans to drop out for any reason, his or her spouse should still be encouraged to attend.
Participants will be allowed no more than one (1) absence in Module One and Two, and not more than an
overall total of three (3) absences for the whole program. Any exception will be only upon approval of the
team leader.
Note: It is best that all participants be present during the Orientation Session.
The BCLP Manual 1.2. The BCLP Administrative and
Service Team
1.2.1. Selection Criteria for the BCLP Team
It is important to keep in mind that the BCLP Service Team Members are, above all, witnesses. They are men
and women who are living the life of the Holy Spirit and who can witness to its reality and power.
In order for them to be witnesses, they have to be able to share the truth in a simple but convincing way. The
participants should not only see the life in them but also learn about it from them.
They have to be persons who are committed and can be counted on. They need to do their best to care for the
persons who are entrusted to them.
It is essential for the Service Team Members to be faithful. And in order to be faithful, one has to have the
following characteristics:
• He has to be committed to Christ, to the goals of the Brotherhood of Christian Business men
and Professionals and to the holy Mother Church. He must be devoted to helping the participants
become firmly established in Christ and the BCBP.
• He has to be committed to his assigned work in the Brotherhood Christian Life Program.
• He has to be spiritually and emotionally sound. He must be faithful in complying with the BCBP
Commitment (White Card).
The Basic Requirements in selecting the members of the BCLP Service Team are:
• They must live out the basic BCBP commitments.
• They must be willing to serve.
• They must have good order in their family life.
• They must have demonstrated leadership and management capabilities.
• They must be in good physical condition.

The BCLP Manual 1.2. The BCLP Administrative and
Service Team
1.2.2. The BCLP Team Composition
The BCLP TEAM is composed of:

• An Administrative Team and
• A Service Team
I. THE BCLP ADMINISTRATIVE TEAM
The Administrative Team members are :

A. The Course Director
B. The Assistant Course Director
C. The Secretariat Servant
D. The Music Ministry and Prayer Warrior Coordinator
E. The Liturgical Mass and Meal Servant
II. THE BCLP SERVICE TEAM
The Service Team members are:

A. The Discussion Group Leaders
B. The Assistant Group Leaders
C. The Session Speakers
D. The members who will assist:
1. The Secretariat Servant
2. The Music Ministry and Prayer Warrior Coordinator
3. The Liturgical Mass and Meal Servant
The BCLP Manual 1.3. The Course Director
1.3.1. Roles and Responsibilities of the Course Director
“ Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart,

as though you were working for the Lord and not for men.”
Colossians 3: 23
The BCLP Course Director oversees the entire program, entrusting all administrative and practical work to the
BCLP Assistant Course Director, the Secretariat Servant, the Music Ministry & Prayer Warrior Servant and the
Liturgical Mass & Meal Servant. He focuses his attention on the course participants, course dynamics and
teaching. He should get to know everyone in the program by name and be available to them to some degree.
I. BEFORE THE BCLP
A. Familiarizes himself with the program by studying the BCLP Manual.
B. Selects and reserves appropriate venue for the BCLP.
C. Recruits the different members of the service team.
D. Orients serving couples of the team with the BCLP Manual.
E. Conducts briefing sessions with all serving couples in the team before the BCLP to orient them with
the schedule, mechanics, expectations, and their respective roles.
F. Invites suitable Speakers for the BCLP talks, confirms the schedule with them and furnishes them
with a copy of the talk outline and location map of the BCLP venue.
G. Invites suitable Discussion Group Leaders, confirms the BCLP schedule with them and furnishes
them with a copy of the Discussion Group Leader’s Guide.
H. Prepares a preliminary schedule of activities.
I. Schedules an Empowerment Session for the entire service team

1.3.1. Roles and Responsibilities of the Course Director

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II. DURING THE BCLP
A. Manages the smooth over-all implementation of activities / objectives.
B. Before the participants arrive, leads the service team in praise and worship and in praying-over the
Session Speaker / Speakers.
C. Sets clear expectations for participants and service team.
D. Implements schedule as planned, exercising flexibility as need arises.
E. Monitors and assesses developments / difficulties of individual participating couples / participants

as program progresses.
F. Gives scheduled talks in case assigned speakers do not come.
G. Volunteers any relevant feedback / information to other members of the BCLP Team that may aid
participants and enhance the effectiveness of the program.
H. Implements house rules as prescribed by venue management.
I. Intercedes daily for the program and the participants.
II. AFTER THE BCLP
A. Meets with the entire service team to evaluate the over-all implementation and results of the program.
B. Prepares and submits financial and over-all BCLP reports and recommendations for program
improvement to the Mission Director.
1.3.2. Sample Letters for Administrative Team
01. For Assistant Course Director
“Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart,

As though you were working for the Lord and not for men.”
COLOSSIANS 3: 23
10 June 1999
Dear Chuck and Gigi,
Greetings of peace!
Allow us to thank you for accepting the Lord’s invitation to be the Assistant Course Director for the forthcoming
Brotherhood Christian Life Program (BCLP 29) of the BCBP - Greenhills Chapter.
BCLP 29 will begin on Saturday, 21 August 1999 and will be held every Saturday thereafter from 3:00 to 6:00 in
the afternoon. It will be held at the Parish Hall of the Christ the King Church on Green Meadows Avenue.
The Leadership Training and Empowerment Session for the entire BCLP Service Team has been scheduled for
Saturday, 24 July 1999 from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm at the Penthouse of the PHINMA Building. We are attaching a
location map to help you reach the venue. It is imperative that we all attend this important session so we hope you
can fix up your schedules so that you will be available on this day.
We shall pray, fast and intercede for you, that you will be able to seek the Lord’s will, guidance and wisdom as you
prepare for this service. In like manner, we request that you also pray and fast for the success of our BCLP, the
participants, the speakers and the other members of the service team.
We pray that the Lord will continue to bless you and your loved ones and that He covers all of you with the mantle
of His protection!
Yours in Christ,
Bobby & Marite Laviña

BCLP 29 Course Director
Attachment: Location Map

1.3.2 Sample Letters for Administrative Team

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02. For Secretariat Servant
“Mistreat not a servant who faithfully serves,

Nor a laborer who devotes himself to his task.
Let a wise servant be dear to you as your own self;
Refuse him not his freedom.”
SIRACH 7: 20-21
10 June 1999
Dear Joel and Dindin,
Greetings of peace!
Allow us to thank you for accepting the Lord’s invitation to be the Secretariat Servant for the forthcom-
ing Brotherhood Christian Life Program (BCLP 29) of the BCBP - Greenhills Chapter.
BCLP 29 will begin on Saturday, 21 August 1999 and will be held every Saturday thereafter from 3:00
to 6:00 in the afternoon. It will be held at the Parish Hall of the Christ the King Church on Green
Meadows Avenue.
The Leadership Training and Empowerment Session for the entire BCLP Service Team has been sched-
uled for Saturday, 24 July 1999 from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm at the Penthouse of the PHINMA Building. We
are attaching a location map to help you reach the venue. It is imperative that we all attend this
important session so we hope you can fix up your schedules so that you will be available on this day.
We shall pray, fast and intercede for you, that you will be able to seek the Lord’s will, guidance and
wisdom as you prepare for this service. In like manner, we request that you also pray and fast for the
success of our BCLP, the participants, the speakers and the other members of the service team.
We pray that the Lord will continue to bless you and your loved ones and that He covers all of you with
the mantle of His protection!
Yours in Christ,


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03. For Music Ministry Head
Praise Him with blast of trumpet, praise Him with lyre and harp,
praise Him with timbrel and dance, praise Him with strings and pipe.
Praise Him with sounding cymbals, praise Him with clanging cymbals.
Let everything that has breath praise the Lord! Allelluia.
PSALMS 150: 2-6
10 June 1999
Dear Ben,
Greetings of peace!
Allow us to thank you for accepting the Lord’s invitation to be the Music Ministry Head for the forth-
coming Brotherhood Christian Life Program (BCLP 29) of the BCBP - Greenhills Chapter.
Meadows Avenue.
uled for Saturday, 24 July 1999 from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm at the Penthouse of the PHINMA Building. It
is imperative that we all attend this important session so we hope you can fix up your schedules so that
you will be available on this day.
Yours in Christ,



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04. For Prayer Warrior Coordinator
At every opportunity pray in the spirit,

Using prayers and petitions of every sort.
Pray constantly and attentively for all int he holy company.
EPHESIANS 6:18
10 June 1999
Dear Noel and Lea,
Greetings of peace!
Allow us to thank you for accepting the Lord’s invitation to be the Prayer Warrior Coordinator for the
forthcoming Brotherhood Christian Life Program (BCLP 29) of the BCBP - Greenhills Chapter.
Meadows Avenue.
Yours in Christ,


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05. For Liturgical Mass and Meal Servant
They went to the temple area together everyday,

While in their homes they broke bread.
With exultant and sincere hearts they took their meals in common,
Prasing God and winning the approval of all the people.
ACTS OF THE APOSTLES 2: 46-47
10 June 1999
Dear Rani and Melody,
Greetings of peace!
Allow us to thank you for accepting the Lord’s invitation to be the Liturgical Mass and Meal Servant for
the forthcoming Brotherhood Christian Life Program (BCLP 29) of the BCBP - Greenhills Chapter.
Meadows Avenue.
Yours in Christ,

Attachment:Location Map

1.3.3. Sample Letters for Service Team
01. For Discussion Group Leader
When they had finished eating, Jesus said to Simon Peter,

“Simon, son of John, Do you truly love me more than these?”
“Yes Lord,” he said, “You know that I love you .”
Jesus said, “Feed my lambs.”
JOHN 21: 15
10 June 1999
Dear Andrew and Maan,
Greetings of peace!
Allow us to thank you for accepting the Lord’s invitation to be one of the Discussion Group Leaders in
the forthcoming Brotherhood Christian Life Program (BCLP 29) of the BCBP - Greenhills Chapter.
Our BCLP will begin on Saturday, 21 August 1999 and will be held every Saturday thereafter from 3:00
Meadows Avenue.
The whole service team shall pray, fast and intercede for you, that you will be able to seek the Lord’s
will, guidance and wisdom as you prepare for this service. In like manner, we request that you also pray
and fast for the success of our BCLP, the participants, the speakers and the service team.
We pray that the Lord will continue to bless you and your loved ones and that He covers all of you
with the mantle of His protection!
Yours in Christ,

BCLP Course Director
1.3.3. Sample Letters for Service Team

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02. For Assistant Discussion Group Leader
When they had finished eating, Jesus said to Simon Peter,

“Simon, son of John, Do you truly love me more than these?”
“Yes Lord,” he said, “You know that I love you .”
Jesus said, “Feed my lambs.”
JOHN 21: 15
10 June 1999
Dear Gerry and Bambam,
Greetings of peace!
Allow us to thank you for accepting the Lord’s invitation to be one of the Assistant Discussion Group
Leaders in the forthcoming Brotherhood Christian Life Program (BCLP 29) of the BCBP - Greenhills
Chapter.
Our BCLP will begin on Saturday, 21 August 1999 and will be held every Saturday thereafter from 3:00
Meadows Avenue.
will, guidance and wisdom as you prepare for this service. In like manner, we request that you also
pray and fast for the success of our BCLP, the participants, the speakers and the service team.
Yours in Christ,

BCLP Course Director

1.3.2 Sample Letters for Service Team

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03. For Session Speaker
“Everyone who calls out to the Lord for help will be saved.”
But how can they call to him for help if they have not believed?
And how can they can believeif they have not heard the message?
And how can they hear the message if the message is not proclaimed ?
And how can the message be proclaimed if the messengers are not sent out?
“How wonderful is the coming of the messengers who bring good news!”
So then, faith comes from hearing the message,
And the message comes through preaching CHRIST.
ROMANS 10: 13-15, 17
10 June 1999
Dear Manolet,
Christ’s peace be with you!
Allow us to thank you for accepting the Lord’s invitation to be one of the Session Speakers in the
forthcoming Brotherhood Christian Life Program (BCLP 29) of the BCBP - Greenhills Chapter.
Your talk on What is God Like? is scheduled on
Date Saturday, 28 August 1999

Time 3:15 p.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Venue Parish Hall of Christ the King Church
Green Meadows Avenue
We are attaching a copy of the topic outline for your talk for your guidance.
will, guidance and wisdom as you prepare for your talk. May we likewise request you to pray and fast
for the success of our BCLP, the participants, the other speakers and the service team.
May the Lord bless you and your family!
Yours in Christ,

Attachment:Speaker’s Guide
1.3.4. Sample Letter for Mass Celebrant
10 June 1999
Dear Fr. Herb,
Christ’s peace be with you!
Thank you for accepting our invitation to be the Mass Celebrant during the Baptism of the Holy Spirit
Ceremony of the forthcoming Brotherhood Christian Life Program (BCLP 29) of the BCBP - Greenhills
Chapter.
The Commitment Ceremony is scheduled on
Date Saturday, 13 November 1999

Time 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Venue St. Stanislaus Kostka Chapel
Ateneo de Manila High School
The whole service team shall be praying, fasting and interceding for you and your intentions. May
we likewise request you to pray and fast for the success of our BCLP, the participants, the speakers
and the service team?
May the Lord bless and keep you in the palm of His hand always!
Yours in Christ,


1.3.5. Sample Letters for Participant
01. Invitation Letter
10 June 1999
Dear
As our friend, we would like to share a wonderful gift with you. We invite you to attend our chapter’s
next Brotherhood Christian Life Program (BCLP 29) which will start on August 21.
Discover the Lord’s loving and perfect plan for you and your loved ones by spending a few hours to
meet Him in a special way every Saturday from 3:00 to 6:00 in the afternoon at the Parish Hall of
Christ the King at Green Meadows Avenue.
We have nothing but cherished memories of our own BCLP; we both feel that it was one of the most
rewarding and enriching programs we had attended. Our family life has improved as we got a clearer
understanding of God’s plan for us and our family. We learned valuable insights which gave us a
deeper appreciation of God’s love for us. It can do no less for you.
We are all eagerly looking forward to having you share this meaningful, unforgettable and Spirit-filled
program with us because we know that the BCLP will offer you the opportunity to listen with your heart
and respond to our Lord’s gracious invitation. Until then, we pray that our He will continue to embrace
you and your loved ones with His protection.
Sincerely yours in Christ,

1.3.2 Sample Letters for Participant

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02. Welcome Letter
21 August 1999
Dear
Welcome to the BCBP Greenhills Chapter’s Brotherhood Christian Life Program (BCLP 29). We are
very happy that you were able to arrange your schedules in order to spend this exciting time with us.
This special program will begin today, and will run every Saturday from 3:00 to 6:00 in the afternoon.
BCLP 29 will be held here at the Parish Hall of the Christ the King Church on Green Meadows Avenue.
We hope that your BCLP will be just as enriching and rewarding as ours was. The success of your
BCLP, however, will depend on your readiness and openness as an individual, so we suggest that you
pray throughout this program.
We would like to make your BCLP meaningful, fruitful and unforgettable. To achieve this, we need your
cooperation on the following:
1. PROPER DECORUM
1.1. Punctuality is respect for other people’s time. We therefore enjoin everyone to strictly
adhere to the BCLP Schedule of Activities.
1.2. Silence should be observed at all times. Conversations should be limited to low-key
discussions.
1.3. You may wear casual clothes for the program. However, please avoid wearing shorts
and wear proper attire for the Holy Mass.
1.4. Drinking liquor is STRICTLY PROHIBITED.
1.5. We suggest that all smokers refrain from smoking and offer this as a sacrifice for the
success of our program. In the event that you feel unable to go without smoking,
please do this outside the enclosed areas.

1.3.5. Sample Letters for Participant

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02. Welcome Letter (continued)
2. FACILITIES / HOUSE RULES
2.1. Participants are requested to turn off their cellular phones and/or pagers during the
session proper in order to keep distractions to a minimum.
2.2. Please bring your own:

• Holy Bible
• Writing instrument
• Special Medicines — they may not be readily available on site
2.3. Food and drinks are allowed only outside the session hall. Please do not eat or drink
while the talk is going on.
Should you have any further concerns that need clarification, please do not hesitate to get in touch with
your Discussion Group Leader or any of the following service team members:
• Bobby and Marite Laviña

Course Director
• Chuck and Gigi de Leon

Assistant Course Director
• Joel and Dindin San Juan

Secretariat Servant
• Ben Aganon
Noel and Lea Natividad
Music Ministrya nd Prayer Warrior Coordinators
• Rani and Melody Jalandoni

Liturgical Mass and Meal Servant
We are eagerly looking forward to having you share this Spirit-filled program with us.
Sincerely yours in Christ,

The BCLP Manual 1.4. The Assistant Course Director
1.4.1. Roles and Responsibilities of the Assistant Course Director
“Whatever you do,

Work at it with all your heart,
As though you were working for the Lord and not for men.”
COLOSSIANS 3: 23
The BCLP Assistant Course Director assists the BCLP Course Director with the entire program and is in training
as a future BCLP Course Director. He takes over in case the BCLP Course Director is indisposed.
I. BEFORE THE BCLP
A. Familiarizes himself with the program by studying the BCLP Team Manual.
B. Coordinates with the different Unit Group Leaders in order to finalize the list of
participants for the BCLP.
C. Coordinates with the Action Group Leaders and takes note of any pertinent information
regarding participants.
D. Prepares the preliminary group list for the program together with the BCLP Course
Director.
E. Conducts briefing sessions with all serving couples in the team before the BCLP to
orient them with the profile of the participants in general.
F. Requests all the BCLP Speakers to submit a copy of their talk before their scheduled
talk date.
G. Collects the fees / love offerings for the BCLP and prepares a report on the accounting
of funds.
H. Requests for Chapter Subsidy, if applicable.

1.4.1 Roles and Responsibilities of the Assistant Course Director

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II. DURING THE BCLP
A. Assists the Course Director in managing the smooth over-all implementation of activities/
objectives.
B. Implements schedule as planned, exercising flexibility as need arises.
C. Monitors and assesses developments / difficulties of individual participating couples /

participants as program progresses.
D. Follows-up speakers / guests and reminds them of their schedules in the BCLP.
E. Gives scheduled talks in case assigned speakers do not come and the Course Director is not
available.
F. Volunteers any relevant feedback / information to other members of the BCLP Team that may
aid participants and enhance the effectiveness of the program.
G. Implements house rules as prescribed by venue management.
H. Intercedes daily for the program and the participants.
I. Coordinates with the venue management for bills that may arise during the program.
III. AFTER THE BCLP
A. Meets with the entire service team to evaluate the over-all implementation and results of the
program.
B. Prepares and submits financial and over-all BCLP reports and recommendations for program
improvement to the Mission Director.
1.4.2. The Assistant Course Directors Arrival Checklist
The Assistant Course Directors Arrival Checklist

(To be accomplished upon arrival at the BCLP venue, before each BCLP Session)
THE COURSE DIRECTOR OR THE ASSISTANT COURSE DIRECTOR
Leads the group in praise and worship and in praying-over the SESSION SPEAKER.
THE SECRETARIAT SERVANT
1. Signage Requirements
Sets up the BCLP Streamer, reminders and other directional signs that may be needed.
2. Conference / Discussion Group Rooms

2.1. Secures room keys from venue management.
2.2. Checks all rooms — conference and comfort rooms.
3. Registration and Secretariat Area

3.1. Sets up the Registration and/or Secretariat Table in the lobby.
3.2. Ensures completeness of materials.
THE MUSIC MINISTRY AND PRAYER WARRIOR COORDINATOR
1. Inspects the Conference Room facilities and presentation tools.
2. Sets up all the needed music ministry equipment.
3. Distributes the songbooks / song sheets.
THE LITURGICAL MASS AND MEAL SERVANT
1. Snack / Refreshment Table

Sets up the Snack / Refreshment Table outside the Conference Room area.
2. Ensures that there are adequate tables and chairs in the dining / snack area.

The BCLP Manual 1.5. The Secretariat Servant
1.5.1. Roles and Responsibilities of the Secretariat Servant
“Welcome one another, therefore, as Christ has welcomed you

For the Glory of God.”
ROMANS 15: 7
Mistreat not a servant who faithfully serves,

Nor a laborer who devotes himself to his task.
Let a wise servant be dear to you as your own self;
Refuse him not his freedom.
SIRACH 7: 20-21
The BCLP Secretariat Servant carries the main administrative burden. He is in charge of the following:
• The function hall, facilities and changing needs of the course;
• Registration and table assignments;
• Book table facilities;
• Purchasing of supplies.
He reports administratively to the BCLP Assistant Director.
I. BEFORE THE BCLP
A. Familiarizes himself with the program by studying the BCLP Manual.
B. Prepares the IDs for the

1. Service Team,
2. Discussion Group Leaders,
3. Assistant Discussion Group Leaders,
4. Speakers, and
5. Participants.
C. Prepares all forms needed for the program, such as
1. Invitation Letter for Participants

2. Schedule of Activities
3. Participant’s Data Sheet
4. Attendance Log
5. Program Evaluation Sheet
D. Prepares all Secretariat supplies needed for the program and takes charge of packing
these.
E. Ensures completeness of all printed BCLP materials needed for the program and takes
charge of packing these, such as
1. Discussion Group Leader’s Guide
2. Assistant Discussion Group Leader’s Folio
3. Participant’s Handouts
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F. Handles any other assignment that may be given by the BCLP Course Director / Assistant
Course Director.
II. DURING THE BCLP
A. Manages the over-all administrative aspect of the program.
B. Is in the program venue before the participants are expected to arrive in order to handle all
the following:
1. Installation of the BCLP Streamer and other directional signs that may be needed
2. Inspection and Assignment of Rooms
a. Secure room keys from venue management.
b. Inspect all available rooms.
c. Check all toilet and baths to ensure that these are working properly.
d. Prepare and assign rooms for discussion groups and for the music ministry/
prayer coordinator
3. Setting up the Registration and Secretariat Table
a. Provide tables and chairs for Registration and the Secretariat.
b. Check program materials against Packing List to ensure completeness.
c. Ensure that the previously prepared ID’s, the Participant Data Sheets and the
Attendance Sheet are readily available at the Registration Table.
d. Ensure availability of all other materials / supplies required in the Secretariat
Table.
4. Setting up the Book Table
C. As the participants arrive,
1. Greets the participants in a brotherly / sisterly and cheerful manner, making them feel
comfortable and at home.
2. Takes responsibility for registration of the participants at the start of each talk.
3. Assists the participants during the registration and in the accomplishment of the
participant information sheet.
4. Ushers the participants into the Conference Room and introduces them to other brothers
and sisters.
D. Acts as the custodian of all printed program materials and other supplies used in the BCLP.
1. Periodically checks and secures all BCBP property.
2. Checks and distributes appropriate handouts to participants during the program.
3. Retrieves and files all pertinent documents, visual aids and group outputs at the end of
each session for records purposes.

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E. Acts as timekeeper for the entire program.
F. Monitors attendance of participants as well as the service team during the talks / activities
using the prescribed attendance form.
G. Ensures that the surroundings are cleaned before and after each session day.
H. Distributes and retrieves the service team’s and participants’ ID’s.
I. Attends to special requests of participants as needs arise.
J. Coordinates with the venue management for other BCLP needs that may arise during the
program.
K. Volunteers any relevant feedback / information to other members of the BCLP Team that
may aid participants and enhance the effectiveness of the program.
L. Implements house rules as prescribed by venue management.
M. Intercedes daily for the program and the participants.
III. AFTER THE BCLP
A. Meets with the entire service team to evaluate the over-all implementation and results of
the program.
B. Submits comments and recommendations at the end of the program to the BCLP Course
Director.
C. Packs all excess Secretariat materials and supplies and together with all the other materials
and supplies received from the Liturgical Mass and Meal Unit and the Music Ministry and
Prayer Warriors, turns all these over to the Mission Director of the Chapter.
1.5.2. The Secretariat Servants Packing Checklist
The Secretariat Servants Packing Checklist

(To be accomplish before the BCLP)
FOR THE SECRETARIAT TABLE FOR THE REGISTRATION TABLE
1. PROVISIONAL RECEIPTS 1. NAME TAGS

2. CORRECTION FLUID 2. ID JACKETS
3. FOLDERS 3. SAFETY PINS
4. PAPER 4. LIST OF PARTICIPANTS
5. PAPER CLIPS 5. GROUP LIST
6. STAPLER 6. ATTENDANCE SHEET
7. STAPLE WIRES 7. ______________________________
8. FASTENERS 8. ______________________________
9. BALL PENS 9. ______________________________
10. PENTEL PEN 10. ______________________________
11. LETRASET TRANSFERS
12. SCISSORS
13. PASTE EMERGENCY MATERIALS
14. MASKING TAPE
15. PINS / THUMBTACKS 1. SANITARY NAPKINS
16. WHITE BOARD 2. SAFETY PINS
17. WHITE BOARD MARKERS 3. MOSQUITO KILLER
18. CHALK 4. FIRST AID KIT
19. FLASHLIGHT 5. MEDICINES FOR FEVER,
20. BATTERIES HEADACHES
21. ENVELOPES 8. ALCOHOL
22. ______________________________ 9. ______________________________
23. ______________________________ 10. ______________________________
24. ______________________________
25. ______________________________
26. ______________________________
OTHERS
1. BCLP STREAMER
2. SIGNS
3. POSTERS
4. ______________________________
5. ______________________________
6. ______________________________
7. __________________________
8. __________________________
9. __________________________
10. __________________________

1.5.2. The Secretariat Servants Packing List (continued)
The Secretariat Servants Packing Checklist

(To be accomplish before the BCLP)
HANDOUTS FOR THE SERVICE TEAM TRAINING AND EMPOWERMENT SESSION:
1. WHAT IS THE BROTHERHOOD CHRISTIAN LIFE PROGRAM?

2. SERVANTHOOD, RECEIVING THE POWER TO SERVE AND SPIRITUAL WARFARE
3. HOW TO LEAD A DISCUSSION GROUP
4. TEAM MEETINGS
5. FASTING
FOR THE BCLP PROPER:
DISCUSSION GROUP LEADER’S GUIDES ADL’S FOLIOS / PARTICIPANT’S HANDOUTS
1. THE DISCUSSION GROUP LEADER 1. THE ORIENTATION SESSION

2. THE DISCUSSION GROUP 2. WHO IS JESUS CHRIST?
3. THE ORIENTATION SESSION 3. WHAT IS GOD LIKE?
4. WHO IS JESUS CHRIST? 4. THE POWER OF THE HOLY SPIRIT
5. WHAT IS GOD LIKE? 5. REPENTANCE AND FAITH
6. THE POWER OF THE HOLY SPIRIT 6. PRAISING AND RAISING OF HANDS
7. REPENTANCE AND FAITH 7. LOVING GOD AND NEIGHBOR
8. THE 1ST ONE-ON-ONE DIALOGUE 8. VOCAL PRAYERS
9. PRAISING AND RAISING OF HANDS 9. THE CHRISTIAN FAMILY
10. LOVING GOD AND NEIGHBOR 10. THE CHRISTIAN IN THE MARKETPLACE
11. VOCAL PRAYERS 11. LIFE IN THE HOLY SPIRIT
12. THE CHRISTIAN FAMILY 12. THE PRAYER OF COMMITMENT TO
13. THE CHRISTIAN IN THE MARKETPLACE CHRIST
14. LIFE IN THE HOLY SPIRIT 13. BAPTISM IN THE HOLY SPIRIT
15. THE 2ND ONE-ON-ONE DIALOGUE 14. GROWING IN THE SPIRIT
16. BAPTISM IN THE HOLY SPIRIT 15. THE BROTHERHOOD: A WAY OF LIFE
17. GROWING IN THE SPIRIT 16. PRAYER, SCRIPTURE AND
18. THE BROTHERHOOD: A WAY OF LIFE SPIRITUAL GIFTS
19. PRAYER, SCRIPTURE AND SPIRITUAL GIFTS 17. SPEECH AND WRONGDOING
20. SPEECH AND WRONGDOING 18. GUIDELINES FOR BUSINESS DEALINGS
21. GUIDELINES FOR BUSINESS DEALINGS BETWEEN MEMBERS OF THE BCBP
BETWEEN MEMBERS OF THE BCBP 19. THE CHRISTIAN AND HIS MONEY
22. THE CHRISTIAN AND HIS MONEY 20. SUBMISSION TO AUTHORITY
23. SUBMISSION TO AUTHORITY 21. COMMITMENT
24. COMMITMENT
25. THE 3RD ONE-ON-ONE DIALOGUE
1.5.3. Sample Forms
01. The BCLP Administrative and Service Team Directory
The Brotherhood Christian Life Program - BCLP No. 29

Mission Director Sonny and Charis Marquez
Home and Office 725-1465
The Brotherhood Culture Talk Series

Chapter Life Director Willie and Sarah Peliño
Home 724-6428 Office 948-0474
Course Director Bobby and Matrite Laviña

Home 426-5328 Bobby 810-9526/818-8204
(0917) 833-3737
Marite 426-5328
Assistant Course Director Chuck and Gigi de Leon

Home 724-2877 Chuck 810-1921 local 627
(0917) 812-8594
(150) 604-056
Gigi 433-2695
Secretariat Servant Joel and Dindin San Juan

Members Beth Brion 631-1922 Home 636-1444 Joel 812-6241/818-3632
Perry Co 722-4278 638-4460 Dindin 636-1444/638-4460
Bing Duque 671-3296
Roby & Chrstine Garcia 373-2823 to 24/371-4327
Voltaire & Girlie Labrador 671-3296
Music Ministry Head Ben Aganon

Members Jun & Monique Agustin 533-2095 Home 912-1157 Pager (1277) 92-316
Jojo & Gladys Concio 997-1362/9128337
Sonny Duque 671-3296
Bert & Carol Escario 365-2556
Jun & Anna Mayoralgo 936-8952
Prayer Warrior Coordinator Noel and Lea Natividad

Members Nap & Shirley Quejada 426-5108 Home 677-0070 Noel 911-2701 to 03
Mae Bartolome 911-4220/911-7503 (141) 768-686
Linda Lumauig 928-1420 Lea 911-2699
Alex Mohal 931-6481
Liturgical Mass and Meal Servant Rani and Melody Jalandoni

Members Ricky Bautista 633-1492 Home and Office 426-1027/426-0349
810-5022 (155) 358-711

1.5.3. Sample Forms (continued)
01. The BCLP Administrative and Service Team Directory (continued)
Discussion Group Leaders Assistant Discussion Group Leaders
Dante and Dadette Santiago Rene and Jophie Battad

Home 726-1677 Dante 931-5001 L 7416 Home 912-3306 Rene 912-3306
Dadette 726-1677 Jophie 810-5402
Andrew and Maan Lopez Boy and Gina Reyes

Home 563-2059 Andrew 812-0808 Home 731-6182 Rene 832-3345
Maan 563-2-59 Gina 811-4138
Lester and Lany Galeno Senen and Odette Perlada

Home 912-5330 Lester 912-5330 Home 915-9813 Senen/Odette 635-2775 to 76
438-9567 Lany 438-9567
Nonong and Mila Garces Gerry and Bamban Aguirre

Home 931-6638 Nonong 931-3605 Home 929-9097 Gerry 814-5518
Mila 931-0320 Bamban (141) 982-614
Joe and Medy Era Richie and Tesi Logronio

Home 931-0320 Joe 911-9160 Home 631-7133 Richie 813-1618/812-6335
Medy 931-0320 632-1512 Tesi 631-7133
Pyth Brion Jun Hilado

Home 631-1992 Office 817-2845 Home 647-1110 Office 812-0802
Ferdie Pangilinan Beng San Sia

Pager (141) 066-909
Jo Mendoza Manding Santos

Sol Mohal Senit Santillan

Home 931-6481 Office 826-5546 Home 926-4588 Office 929-7071 L 225
L 178/ 180
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02. Schedule of Activities
The Brotherhood Christian Life Program (BCLP) No. 29
Schedule of Activities
Date Session Speaker
August 21 The Orientation Session Bobby Laviña

Christ the King Parish 2:30 to 3:15 / 3:15 to 4:00 Home 426-5328
Green Meadows Office 810-9526 / 818-8204
Module 1: THE BASIC TRUTHS OF CHRISTIANITY
PW: Arcilla Unit Who is Jesus Christ? Glis Ferrer

Ensaymada/Chocolate 4:15 to 5:00 / 5:00-5:45 Home/Office 911-5281 / 9115316
August 28 What is God Like? Louie Morales

Christ the King Parish 2:30 to 3:15 / 3:15-4:00 Home 842-1881 / 842-1882
The Power of the Holy Spirit Pyth Brion
PW: Arcilla Unit 4:15 to 5:00 / 5:00 to 5:45 Home 631-1922
Dunkin’Donuts/Munchkins Office 810-9526 / 817-2845
September 4 Repentance and Faith Manny Arcilla

Christ the King Parish 2:30 to 3:30 / 3:30-4:30 Home 915-2577
Green Meadows Office (044) 721-7877
PW: De los Santos Unit

Chicken Mami Special
September 11 Praising and Raising of Hands Senen Perlada

Module 2: THE AUTHENTIC CHRISTIAN
PW: De los Santos Unit Loving God and Neighbor Felipe Mendoza
Steamed Vermicelli and 4:15 to 5:00 / 5:00 - 5:45 Home 724-2356
Lumpiang Shianghai Office 724-3205 / 725-1611
September 18 Vocal Prayers Andrew Yan

Green Meadows Office 845-7835
The Christian Family Steve and Debbie del Rosario
PW: Esposo Unit 4:15 to5:00 / 5:00 to 5:45 Home 631-6395 / 634-1982
Chili con Carne/Garlic Bread Office-S 531-3619 / 531-3692
September 25 The Christian in the Marketplace Eddie Mendoza

ITC #1 Ateneo de Manila 2:30 to 3:15 / 3:15 to 4:00 Home 721-8882
High School Department Office 810-9526 / 818-2595
Life in the Holy Spirit Roy Siojo
PW: Esposo Unit 4:15 to 5:00 / 5:00 - 5:45 Home 426-049 / 426-6831
Hotdog Waffles Office 413-0406

1.5.3. Sample Forms (continued)
02. Schedule of Activities (continued)
Brotherhood Christian Life Program No. 29

Schedule of Activities
Date Session Speaker
October 2 Module 3: LIVING A SPIRIT-FILLED CHRISTIAN LIFE

St. Stanislaus Kostka Chapel
Ateneo de Manila Baptism of the Holy Spirit Fr. Dave Concepcion
Nuestra Señora de Salvacion Parish
713-8437
and Bobby Laviña
Spaghetti Carbonara, Ham fritters Home 426-5328
Pesto Style French Bread, Brownies Office 810-9526 / 818-8204
October 9 Growing in the Spirit Dick Sucgang

The Brotherhood: A Way of Life Manny Banigan
PW: Laguda Unit Home 871-0813 / 872-6051
Bam-ii / Sotanghon Office 948-0474
Module 4: THE BCBP WAY OF LIFE
October 16 Prayer, Scriptures and Spiritual Gifts Sarah Peliño

Speech and Wrongdoing Alex Laviña
PW: Siojo Unit 4:15 to5:00 / 5:00-5:45 Home 721-8628 / 726-3894
Banana Turon w/ LAngka Office 414-0809
Octobr 23 Guidelines for Busines Dealings Badong Laguda

Christ the King Parish Between BCBP Members Home 426-0647
The Christian and His Money Buboy Cantera
PW: Siojo Unit 4:15 to 5:00 / 5:00 to 5:45 Home 678-4569
Chicken Pita Bread Office 723-5157
November 6 Submission to Authority Cris Dy

Christ the King Parish 2:30 to 3:15 / 3:15 to 4:00 Home 896-5956 / 896-7717
Office 840-2457 / 840-2458
Commitment Talk Sonny Marquez
PW: Siojo Unit 4:15 to 5:00 / 5:00 to 5:45 Home/Office 725-1465
Bihon Guisado
November 13 Commitment Ceremony Fr. Herb Schneider, S.J.

St. Stanislaus Kostka Chapel Loyola House of Studies
Ateneo de Manila High School Office: 426-6430
and Bobby Laviña
Spaghetti Putanesca / Chicken Kiev Home 426-5328
Fish Fillet / Pork Barbecue / Soft Roll Office810-9256 / 818-8204
French Bread / Brownies
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03. Participant/s Data Information Sheet
Participant/s Data Information Sheet

(To be accomplished by sponsor)
Name of Participant/s _________________________________

Wedding Anniversary _________________________________
Home Address _________________________________
_________________________________
_________________________________
Telephone Number/s _________________________________
Residence E - Mail _________________________________
HUSBAND’S DATA WIFE’S DATA
Nickname __________________________ _________________________

Birth Date __________________________ _________________________
Religion __________________________ _________________________
Company/Office __________________________ _________________________
Work Address __________________________ _________________________
__________________________ _________________________
__________________________ _________________________
E - Mail __________________________ _________________________
Telephone __________________________ _________________________
Cell Phone __________________________ _________________________
Pager Number __________________________ _________________________
Sponsor’s Name _______________________________________________________

Telephone Number/s: Residence______________ Office____________________
How long have you known the participant/s? __________________________________
Any additional pertinent information for the Service Team: _______________________
______________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________

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04. Attendance Log: Administrative Team
BCLP No.29 Administrative Attendance Log Sheet
Talk : _____________________________________
Date: _____________________________________
BCLP Administrative Team Men Women
BCLP 29 COURSE DIRECTOR ____________________ ____________________

ASSISTANT COURSE DIRECTOR ____________________ ____________________
SECRETARIAT SERVANT ____________________ ____________________
Registration Table ____________________ ____________________

____________________ ____________________
____________________ ____________________
Book Table ____________________ ____________________

MUSIC MINISTRY HEAD ____________________ ____________________
Music Ministry Assistants: ____________________ ____________________
____________________ ____________________
____________________ ____________________
____________________ ____________________
PRAYER WARRIOR COORDINATOR ____________________ ____________________

Prayer Warrior Assistants: ____________________ ____________________
____________________ ____________________
____________________ ____________________
LITURGICAL MASS & MEAL HEAD ____________________ ____________________
Liturgical Mass & Meal Assistants : ____________________ ____________________
____________________ ____________________
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05. Attendance Log: Service Team and Participants
BCLP No. 29 Attendance Log: DGLs, ADGLs and Participants Log Sheet
DGLs / ADGLs and MODULE 1 MODULE 2 MODULE 3 MODULE 4

PARTICIPANTS 1 2 3 4 1 2 3 4 1 2 3 4 1 2 3 4

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06. Program Evaluation Sheet
Please let us know how we may improve the BCLP by accomplishing this
Evaluation Sheet for BCLP _____ Thank you very much!
I. Please let us know how you would characterize the people serving you in this BCLP by encircling
the appropriate letter:
A. Friendly C. Cold E. Happy G. Confused

B. Inspiring D. Uncaning F. Helpful H. Loud
Comments / Suggestions: ____________________________________________________________________

_________________________________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________________
_________________________________________________________________________________________
I I. Please rate the different aspects of MODULE 1 of the BCLP using the following rating scale:
1: EXCELLENT 2. VERY GOOD 3. GOOD 4. NEEDS IMPROVEMENT
A. THE TALKS AND THE SPEAKERS

RATING FOR
TALK COMMENTS
CONTENT SPEAKER
The Orientation Session

Who is Jesus Christ?
What is God like?
The Power of the Holy Spirit
Repentance and Faith
B. THE DISCUSSION GROUPS

RATING COMMENTS
The Discussion Group Leader
Time Alloted for Discussion
Quality of Discussion
C. THE SERVICE MINISTRIES

RATING COMMENTS
Secretariat
Registration
Table
Music
Food Service
III. Any additional comments / suggestions / recommendations?

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1.5.4. Book Table Checklist
Book Table Checklist

(To be accomplished before the BCLP)
1. WHO IS JESUS CHRIST?

1.1. Mere Christianity by C. S. Lewis
1.2. Listen to Him by David E. Rosage
2. WHAT IS GOD LIKE?

2.1. Growing Closer to God by Tom Gryn
2.2. Hungry for God by Ralph Martin
2.3 God First by Ken Wilson
3. THE POWER OF THE HOLY SPIRIT

3.1. Growing in the Fruit of the Spirit by John Blattner
4. REPENTANCE AND FAITH

4.1. Getting Free by Bert Ghezzi
5. THE CHRISTIAN IDEAL: LOVING GOD

5.1. Hungry for God by Ralph Martin
5.2. God First by Ken Wilson
6. WHAT IT MEANS TO BE A CHRISTIAN

6.1. Decision to Love by Ken Wilson
6.2. Sons and Daughters of God by Ken Wilson
6.3. One Heart Full of Love by Missionaries of Charity
6.4. How to Repair the Wrong You’ve Done by Ken Wilson
6.5. The Angry Christian by Bert Ghezzi
6.6. Facing Your Feelings by Bert Ghezzi
6.7. The Self-Image of a Christian by Mark Kinzer
6.8. Living with a Clear Conscience by Mark Kinzer
6.9. The Fear Factor by Jim McFadden
6.10. Strength Under Control by John Keating
6.11. How to Become the Person You
Were Meant to Be by Peter Williamson
6.12. Taming the Tongue by Mark Kinzer
7. THE CHRISTIAN FAMILY

7.1. Husbands, Wives, Parents, Children by Ralph Martin

1.5.4. Book Table Checklist

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Book Table Checklist

8. LIFE IN THE HOLY SPIRIT / BAPTISM IN THE HOLY SPIRIT

8.1. A Key to Charismatic Renewal
in the Catholic Church by Rev. Vincent M. Walsh
8.2. Let the Fire Fall by Michael Scanlan
8.3. Catholic and Christian by Alan Schreck
8.4. Baptized in the Spirit by Stephen B. Clark
9. GROWING IN THE SPIRIT

9.1. Speak, Lord, Your Servant is Listening by David E. Rosage
9.1. A Key to Charismatic Renewal in the
Catholic Church by Rev. Vincent M. Walsh
9.3. Sons and Daughters of God by Ken Wilson
9.4. Growing in the Fruit of the Spirit by John Blattner
10. OTHERS
10.1. The Holy Bible
10.1.1. The New American Bible
10.1.2. The Good News Bible
10.1.3. The New Testament and Psalms
10.2. Other Small Pamphlets
The BCLP Manual 1.6. The Music Ministry and
Prayer Warrior Coordinator

and Prayer Warrior Coordinator
Praise Him with blast or trumpet, praise Him with lyre and harp,
Praise Him with timbrel and dance, praise Him with strings and pipe.
Praise Him with sounding cymbals, praise him with clanging cymbals.
Let everything that has breath praise the Lord! Alleluia.
PSALMS 150: 2-6
At every opportunity pray in the spirit,

Using prayers and petitions of every sort.
pray constantly and attentively for all int he holy company.
EPHESIANS 6: 18
The BCLP Music Ministry & Prayer Warrior Coordinator takes care of teaching the songs, providing the music,
recording the talks on tape and heading the Intercessory Group during the program.
I. BEFORE THE BCLP
A. Familiarizes themselves with the retreat by studying the BCLP Team Manual.
B. Prepares a repertoire of appropriate songs for each portion of the program, i.e. prayers, reflection
periods, socials, Lord’s Day (if applicable), Mass and the Baptism of the Holy Spirit Prayer Session
in consultation with the BCLP Course Director.
C. Prepares the song sheets and corresponding transparencies.
D. Prepares the Intercessory Prayers for the Prayer Warriors.
E. Ensures that all musical instruments and the sound system are in proper working order.
F. Takes charge of packing all needed song books, song sheets, musical instruments, cassette tapes,
instrumental music, and sound system.
G. Handles any other assignment that may be given by the BCLP Course Director.
II. DURING THE BCLP
A. Be in the program venue before the participants are expected to arrive in order to inspect the
Conference Room facilities and presentation tools.
1. Positions the lectern properly.

2. Ensures that there are white board markers and erasers for the white board or chalk and
erasers for the black board.
3. Positions the overhead projector with a pointer or a laser stick.
4. Ensures that there are adequate chairs and implement a seating arrangement that is best
suited for the seminar requirement.
5. Ensures that the lights, air conditioners or fans are in working order.


and Prayer Warrior Coordinator (continued)
B. Acts as the Music Ministry for the program.
1. Sets up and monitors the sound system during the program.

2. Checks with speakers if they wish to use specific songs.
3. Discerns the songs to be sung for a specified activity.
4. Makes songbooks, song sheets or song guides / acetates available.
5. Teaches the appropriate praise and worship songs to the participants during the program.
6. Leads in singing praise and worship as required.
7. Provides the music during the Lord’s Day (if applicable), the Eucharistic Celebration and the
Baptism of the Holy Spirit Prayer Session.
C. Serves as the Prayer Warriors for the program. These warriors are powerful instruments, invoking
the power of prayer for the ongoing BCBP Christian Life Program.
1. All the members of this unit must be reconciled with each other.
2. Prayer warriors must be very sensitive to the leading of the Holy Spirit.
3. There must be at least a pair of Prayer Warriors designated and rotated every hour while the
BCLP is ongoing.
4. The prayer concerns that should be prayed for are:
a. For the success of the BCLP.
b. For love and understanding among the members of the service team.
c. For wisdom, courage, guidance and strength of the BCLP team, servants and speakers.
d. For the protection of the participants, team members and speakers against any
oppression, obstacles and attacks from the other side.
e. For the participants: that they may soften and change their hearts; that they may decide
to turn to our Lord for repentance and faith;and that they take the first step in developing
a personal relationship with God.
f. For the particular intentions and needs of any of the participants or members of the
team.
g. For one’s personal intentions.
5. The Prayer Warriors are responsible for ensuring that all needed items for the Prayer Room
are on hand (e.g. Bible, crucifix, candles).
D. Tapes all talks and pertinent program portions for record purposes.
E. Assists the Secretariat in the carrying out the following responsibilities:
1. Checking and securing all BCBP property.

2. Checking and distributing appropriate handouts to participants during the program.
3. Retrieving and filing all pertinent documents, visual aids and group outputs at the end of each
session for records purposes.

and Prayer Warrior Coordinator (continued)
F. Volunteers any relevant feedback / information to other members of the BCLP Team that may
aid participants and enhance the effectiveness of the program.
G. Implements house rules as prescribed by venue management.
H. Intercedes daily for the program and the participants.
III. AFTER THE BCLP
A. Packs all musical instruments and conference room equipment.

B. Meets with the entire service team to evaluate the over-all implementation and results of the program.
C. Submits comments and recommendations at the end of the program to the BCLP Course Director.
D. Packs all excess Music Ministry and Prayer Warriors materials and supplies and turns these over to
the BCLP Secretariat Servant.

1.6.2. The Music Ministry and Prayer Warrior Coordinators

Packing Checklist
The Music Ministry and Prayer Warrior Coordinators Packing Checklist

SOUND SYSTEM AND INSTRUMENTS
1. GUITAR
2. TAMBOURINE
3. TAPE RECORDER
4. KARAOKE
5. MICROPHONES (2)
6. _________________________
7. _________________________
8. _________________________
9. _________________________
10. _________________________
FOR THE TALKS
1. BLANK CASETTE TAPES

2. INSTRUMENTAL TAPES / MOOD MUSIC
3. OVERHEAD PROJECTOR
4. BLANK ACETATES
5. ACETATE MARKERS
6. WHITE BOARD
7. WHITE BOARD MARKERS
8. CAMERA
9. FILM
10. TRIPOD
11. _________________________
12. _________________________
13. _________________________
14. _________________________
15. _________________________
FOR THE SONGS
1. SONG BOOKS
2. SONG SHEETS
3. SONGS ON ACETATES
4. _________________________
5. _________________________
6. _________________________
7. _________________________
8. _________________________
The BCLP Manual 1.7. The Liturgical Mass and Meal Servant

Liturgical Mass and Meal Servant
During the meal Jesus took bread, blessed it, broke, and gave it to His disciples.
“Take this and eat it,” He said, “This is My body.”
Then He took a cup, gave thanks and gave it to them.
“All of you must drink from it,” he said, “For this is My blood, the blood of the covenant,
To be poured out in behalf of many for the forgiveness of sins.”
MATTHEW 26 : 26-28
They went to the temple area together everyday,

While in their homes they broke bread.
With exultant and sincere hearts they took their meals in common,
Praising God and winning the approval of all the people.
ACTS OF THE APOSTLES 2: 46-47
The BCLP Liturgical Mass & Meal Servant oversees the refreshment requirements for the duration of the pro-
gram and takes care of organizing and preparing everything needed for the Holy Mass.
I. BEFORE THE BCLP
A. Familiarizes themselves with the retreat by studying the BCLP Team Manual.
B. Contacts the venue caterer and requests for their menu and price offer for evaluation. Should the
venue have no official caterer, the group shall get in touch with other possible caterers.
C. Confirms and coordinates detailed arrangements with the accepted caterer.
D. Makes an inventory of available supplies and procure the quantity required for replenishment.
E. Plans and packs all needed items for the Snack / Refreshment Table.
F. Ensures completeness of all needed items for the Lord’s Day Celebration on Saturday evening (if
applicable) and the Holy Mass on the Baptism of the Holy Spirit Prayer Session and takescharge of
packing these.
G. Handles any other assignment that may be given by the BCLP Course Director.
II. DURING THE BCLP
A. Manages the over-all meal and / or snack requirements of all the participants and the service
team as per program schedule.
1. Ensures that there are adequate tables and chairs where participants and service team may
eat.
2. Sets up and monitors the snack table during the program to ensure that cold water, drinks,
coffee, cream, sugar and other refreshments are available.
3. Serves participants during meals and / or snacks.
4. Places waste receptacles in strategic positions to minimize litter in the area.
5. Washes and cleans all materials after its use.

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and Meal Servant (continued)
B. Handles all the requirements needed for the Holy Mass before the Baptism in the Holy Spirit Prayer
Session in close coordination with the BCLP Course Director and the BCLP Secretariat Servant.
1. Invites the priest who will celebrate the Holy Mass as per program schedule. Ensure that the
priest arrives at the venue at least 30 minutes before the scheduled Mass.
2. Makes the necessary arrangements for picking up and bringing back the priest to his domicile.
3. Pre-assigns the servants for the Mass (lector / commentator, readers, servers, ministers, offerors
and collectors).
4. Prepares the chapel for the Holy Mass.
a. Decorates the chapel with flowers.
b. Puts name tags to specify the seating arrangement of the participants in the chapel pews.
c. Prepares the altar table and all the paraphernalia needed for the Holy Mass (tablecloth,
linens, vestments, crucifix, candles, bells, basin, etc.).
5. Prepares the Offertory Table somewhere outside the chapel with all the paraphernalia needed
for the Offertory:
a. candles and flowers,
b. chalice, water and wine,
c. ciborium with paten and hosts,
d. 2 baskets with flowers.
C. Assists the Secretariat Couple in the carrying out the following responsibilities:
1. Checking and securing all BCBP property.

2. Checking and distributing appropriate handouts to participants during the program.
3. Retrieving and filing all pertinent documents, visual aids and group outputs at the end of each
session for records purposes.
D. Assists the Music Ministry & Prayer Warrior Servant in teaching appropriate songs toparticipants
during the program.
E. Volunteers any relevant feedback / information to other members of the BCLP Team that may aid
participants and enhance the effectiveness of the program.
F. Implements house rules as prescribed by venue management.
G. Intercedes daily for the program and the participants.
III. AFTER THE BCLP
A. Meets with the entire service team to evaluate the over-all implementation and results of program.
B. Submits comments and recommendations at the end of the program to the BCLP Course Director.
C. Packs all excess Liturgical Mass & Meal Unit materials and supplies and turns these over to the
BCLP Secretariat Servant.
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1.7.2. The Liturgical Mass and Meal Servants

Packing Checklist
Liturgical Mass and Meal Servants Packing Checklist
(To be prepared before the BCLP)
FOR THE SNACK / REFRESHMENT TABLE FOR THE HOLY MASS
1. FOR COLD DRINKS 1. MASS KIT

a. WATER JUG 2. MOMPO
b. PAPER / PLASTIC CUPS 3. HOSTS (1 BIG, REST SMALL)
2. FOR HOT DRINKS 4. LECTIONARY
a. THERMOS FOR HOT WATER 5. BIBLE
b. STYROFOAM CUPS 6. MISSALETTE
c. POPSICLE STICKS 7. FLOWERS FOR
3. DRINKS a. ALTAR
a. COFFEE b. OFFERTORY
b. CREAMER 8. ALTAR TABLE CLOTH
c. SUGAR 9. BASKETS FOR OFFERTORY
d. TEA COLLECTION
e. JUICE IN TETRA PACKS 10. SONGBOOKS
4. CANDIES 11. _________________________
5. PAPER NAPKINS 12. _________________________
6. TABLE CLOTH 13. _________________________
7. TRASH BAGS 14. _________________________
8. __________________________ 15. _________________________
9. __________________________
10. __________________________
FOR LORD’S DAY CELEBRATION FOR OTHER NEEDS
1. LORD’S DAY BOOKLET 1. ENVELOPES FOR STIPENDS TO

2. LORD’S DAY CANDLES TO BE GIVEN TO
a. 1 BIG ONE FOR LEADER’S TABLE a. PRIESTS
b. SMALL ONES FOR OTHER TABLES b. VENUES
c. CANDLE HOLDERS 2. THANK YOU LETTER FROM BCBP
3. CRUCIFIX FOR LEADER’S TABLE 3. _____________________________
4. WHITE TABLE CLOTH 4. _____________________________
5. WINE 5. _____________________________
6. WINE GLASSES / GOBLETS 6. _____________________________
7. BREAD 7. _____________________________
8. CHEESE 8. _____________________________
9. OLIVES 9. _____________________________
10. FLOWERS 10. _____________________________
11. FLOWER VASES 11. _____________________________

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Discussion Group Leader
In the presence of God and of Christ Jesus,
Who will judge the living and the dead,
And because He is coming to rule as King,
I solemnly urge you to preach the message,
To insist upon proclaiming it (whether the time is right or not),
To convince, reproach, and encourage, as you teach with all patience.
The time will come when people will not listen to sound doctrine,
But will follow their own desires and will collect for themselves
More and more teachers who will tell them that they are itching to hear.
They will turn away from listening to the truth
And give their attention to legends.
But you must keep control of yourself in all circumstances;
Endure suffering, do the work of a preacher of the good news,
And perform your whole duty as a servant of God.
2 TIMOTHY 4: 1-5
Paul’s exhortation to Timothy in the above-mentioned passage is also applicable to the Discussion
Group Leaders:
A. Put up with hardships.
B. Perform your work as an evangelist.
C. Fulfill your ministry.
The BCLP Discussion Group Leaders assume responsibility for the overall care of each candidate in their groups.
They personally oversee and bring to issue each person’s relationship and commitment to Christ. In line with
this, they can tailor the discussions to meet the needs of their group.
They report to the BCLP Course Director in all spiritual matters and administratively, they report to the BCLP
Assistant Course Director.
The roles / duties of a Discussion Group Leader are divided into five (5) areas:
I. TO CONTRIBUTE LIFE TO THE PROGRAM
A. Participate enthusiastically in prayer and song.
B. Be joyful at all times.
C. Be warm and friendly, even if people are a bit stiff at first. People will warm up as we warmup to
them. Take special care to establish an atmosphere of love and interest in the group.
D. Establish a relaxed atmosphere. Don’t be overly serious, but maintain control of the situation.
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E. Inspire confidence by knowing exactly what is expected of you.
F. Remember that some of the participants have never been in this type of discussion groups. When
giving instruction, make sure they understand clearly what is said.
G. Study well the subject of the talk before hand so explanations can be made when required. Discussion
Guides of the talks will be given to you before the start of the seminar.
H. Be interested and listen attentively to the talks. Take notes. You can start teaching them bysetting
good examples. Support the BCLP Director.
I. Develop unity among your group. This can be done by setting up prayer partners.
J. Remember the names and important details of your discussion group members (name of spouse,
their children, where they work, their hobbies, etc.). By this you communicate a great amount of
concern.
II. TO COMMIT HIS / HER TIME
NOTE: ALL THESE ITEMS REQUIRE AN ADDITIONAL COMMITMENT OF YOUR TIME. HIS IS
THE TIME YOU OFFER TO THE LORD.
A. Come promptly to each session at the time indicated by the BCLP Director so that there will be
enough time for you to greet the participants as they come in and to get to know them, especially
the members of your discussion group. Ensure that the name tags and handouts of your group are
ready.
B. Stay after the session for the team meeting.
C. Contact those who were absent in the last session. Show them you are concerned. (A directory
will be completed on the first session.)
D. Schedule make-up sessions for those who were absent and ensure that these are done immediately
within the week after the session missed and completed before the Baptism session. A make-up
session consists of listening to a tape of the missed talk and having a short discussion with the DGL.
The purpose of this session is to ensure that the participant understands the talk and to give him an
opportunity to discuss the same.
E. Call your group 3 to 4 days before the next session to remind them of the forthcoming session.
F. Schedule and conduct the one-on-one dialogue meetings after the 4th talk (Repentance and Faith)
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III. TO BE SPIRITUALLY PREPARED
A. Pray and intercede for the participants and the staff, and in particular for your own group.
B. At times there is a need for some extraordinary efforts to help you with a problem. Sacrifices like
fasting, abstaining from smoking or drinking can be a powerful weapon to help solve or overcome
the problem.
C. Partake of the sacraments, especially the Holy Eucharist (as often as you can during the entire
BCLP period), and if required, the sacrament of Reconciliation.
IV. TO LEAD A DISCUSSION PERIOD
IMPORTANT: A STUDY MADE BY A PROFESSIONAL SPEAKERS’ BUREAU IN THE UNITED

STATES CAME UP WITH THESE STARTLING RESULTS. ON A GENERAL AVERAGE, ONLY
30% TO 35% OF A 40 TO 50 MINUTE TALK IS ASSIMILATED BY THE AUDIENCE. THAT IS
WHY THE DISCUSSION PERIOD IS SO IMPORTANT.
SINCE NO TWO PERSONS ASSIMILATE THE SAME 30% TO 35% OF THE SUBJECT, IT IS
SAFE TO ASSUME THAT EACH MEMBER HAS ASSIMILATED DIFFERENT PARTS OF THE
TALK. AS THEY DISCUSS THE TALK DURING THE DISCUSSION PERIOD, THERE IS AN
ASSURANCE THAT MORE OF THE TALK WILL SURFACE AND BE ASSIMILATED BY THE
GROUP.
A. Study the discussion guide of the talk ahead of time and plan how you will handle your discussion
period.
B. Start and end the discussion with a prayer.
C. Stay within the topic of the talk and the discussion questions.
D. Do not allow anyone to dominate the discussion.
E. Be firm but gentle in the handling of situations.
F. Do not allow impertinent questions, or theological questions that need long explanations. Long
explanations are better left until after the session is over.
G. Don’t be intimidated by anyone, but be prudent about it.
H. If the group is shy and there is no participation in the discussion, we suggest you break the ice by
starting with your own sharing. (This problem arises only during the first and second talk.)
I. As you listen to the talk, discern which points need to be taken up or repeated during the discussion
period.
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J. Do not out-talk or out-share the participants. The idea is for them to participate. You only share to
get them involved.
K. If confronted with a question and you do not know the answer, admit ignorance and tell them you
will find out and let them know.
L. Exhort members to come on time.
M. If you learn of a moral problem involving one of your participants, refer the matter immediately to
your BCLP Director. This should be done privately.
N. Everything that is discussed or may surface at any time during the BCLP must be kept in strict
confidence. (Exceptions are when you have to advise the BCLP Director of the matter.)
O. Do not compare notes with your spouse on confidential matters of your group.
P. Prepare a confidential profile of each member of your group — their strengths and their weaknesses.
This will help you know what to pray for during the Baptism.
Q. Begin and end on time.
V. TO DISCIPLINE A PARTICIPANT OR THE WHOLE GROUP
A. Lead the group. Do not allow the group to lead you.

B. Do not allow pockets of conversation while the talks are going on, or while one of them is sharing
during the discussion period.
C. Correct any wrong speech: gossip, slander, negative humor or ridiculing someone or someone’s
defect or mistakes.
D. When there is need to correct someone for a serious indiscretion, avoid doing it publicly. Use
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I. GENERAL GUIDELINES FOR LEADING A DISCUSSION GROUP
A. Avoid Christian jargon. They may not be aware or comfortable with its use.
B. Encourage shy people who don’t speak much by asking them questions. Don’t put them on the
spot. Start with easy general questions at first, and then work your way up to more specific things
about themselves. Make sure everyone gets to talk during the discussion. Don’t allow anyone,
including yourself, to take too much time and dominate the discussion.
C. Open up the discussion only after you are sure they have understood the question and the main
points of the talk.
D. Don’t let the discussion get off the subject. Gently but authoritatively tell them that it is time to stop
this line of conversation. Suggest another time or place to the people involved.
E. When answering questions you don’t need to offer everything on the subject, but only what will help
the person most at this time. On the other hand, be willing to say “I don’t know” and/ or “I’ll find out.”
F. Don’t take up serious theological issues in the discussions.
G. Don’t talk down to people or appear to be an expert in something you are not.
H. One way to control dominant people in discussion groups is to speak to the person before the
session begins. Encourage their sharing but impress them with the limited amount of time and the
need for everyone to share.
I. Take notes and write down significant details of conversations in your group so that you can keep
tract of your people’s progress and if relevant, as a basis for the team meeting afterwards.
J. As you listen to the talk, discern which points your people especially need to hear and try to bring
those out in your sharing or in theirs. Read the outline of the talk ahead of time and think of what
you might say or do in the discussion group.
K. Follow-up regularly with your people during the week, especially during Module One of the BCLP, to
ensure that they understood the material and move ahead. If necessary, meet with them for further
discussions. Encourage them to be open, to persevere and to turn to the Lord to seek out His will
for them. Contact those who miss talks and get together with them for make-up sessions
L. Intercede for them and do spiritual warfare on their behalf. Fast and pray for them.
M. Do whatever is appropriate to bring to issue each one’s relationship with Christ. It is your
responsibility to help them personally and bring them to commitment to Christ.
N. Read and study the Team Manual.
IMPORTANT NOTE: All information received in confidence which relate to matters of

conscience must be kept in strict confidence, unless there is need for the BCLP Director to have
access to it.
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II. WHAT IS THE PURPOSE OF A DISCUSSION GROUP?
The Discussion Group:
A. Helps people to open up and respond to God’s invitation.
B. Helps them to understand and digest the talks given.
C. Gives them a chance to ask questions.
D. Allows them to express their thoughts and feelings.
E. Provides an opportunity to deal with particular misconceptions and problems.
F. Supports them in their efforts to find the truth.
G. Provides a place for them to begin to experience Christian community.
III. DYNAMICS OF THE DISCUSSION GROUP
How does the Discussion Group work?
A. The discussion group forms and begins right after the talk. The men meet separately from the
women.
B. For the first session, start with introductions and let everyone get to know each other.
C. Start and end with a short prayer. Moving into Module II and Module III, you may ask others in your
group to lead the prayer if they are ready, but don’t put them on the spot.
D. Assure the participants that the principle of confidentiality is in force during your discussions.
Whatever is shared remains only within the group.
E. Let the group know that they are free to ask relevant questions or bring up relevant problems.
F. For Module I, if the participants are still not very open or are still shy, you may have to begin the
sharing yourself. This is also a good way of showing them how the discussion/ sharing is to be
handled.
G. Encourage the group to take down notes in the notebooks which will be provided for them.
H. If the group is eager to respond to the talk, allow them to, without bothering with the discussion
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I. Keep your eye on the time. Make sure that there is enough time for everyone to share.
NOTE: A discussion starter has already been provided in the handout. Use your own judgement,
considering where your participants are, or what you are more comfortable with.
IV. MAKE-UP SESSIONS
Participants who have missed a talk will have to take a make-up session.
The purpose of the make-up session is to ensure that the participant understands the talk and to give him
/ her an opportunity to discuss the same. It is also necessary because all the talks flow from one to the
other and missing one talk would break the continuity between the talks.
This make-up session consists of listening to a tape of the talk and having a short discussion with his / her
Discussion Group Leader.
It is the Discussion Group Leader’s responsibility to personally ensure that his / her participant takes the
make-up session. This should be done immediately within the week after the missed session.
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After Module I, Session 4: Repentance and Faith
GOAL
The primary purpose of this individual meeting is to see whether the participant is willing
to go on to Module II and, more importantly, to see whether they are ready to continue
with the BCLP.
Readiness to go on consists in being willing to repent and turn away from serious
wrongdoing. Has the person repented for serious sin? You need to ask them directly
and get a direct response. If they are unclear of what serious sin includes, go through
the list.
After the talk on Repentance and Faith ending Module 1, the Discussion Group Leaders must meet individually
with each of the members of their group. These meetings should be held within the week prior to the start of
Module II.
The purpose of this meeting is to see whether the participants are willing to go on to Module II and more
importantly, to see whether they are ready to continue with the BCLP.
Readiness to go on consists in being willing to repent and turn away from serious wrongdoing. Has the person
repented for serious sin? You need to ask them directly and get a direct response. If they are unclear of what
serious sin includes, go through the list.
Note that what is important is willingness to turn away from sin. Sometimes, the actual turning away may not be
accomplished in a single, immediate act (e.g., breaking off with a mistress or giving up addiction to liquor). But if
they are willing to repent and continue with the BCLP, they may be allowed to go on.
Work out with them a timetable for finally setting their lives right and follow up on them through the succeeding
weeks. NO ONE SHOULD BE INVITED TO TAKE MODULE TWO IF THERE ARE SERIOUS THINGS THAT THE
PERSON IS NOT WILLING TO TAKE STEPS TO AMEND.
Readiness also involves a willingness to follow Jesus and to learn more about Him.
These individual meetings may be held at any place convenient to both DGL and participant. It may be in their
home, in their office, in a church, in a restaurant, at a park, etc. The only requirements are privacy and a
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I. GUIDE QUESTIONS FOR THE MEETING
A. We have been talking and discussing basics of our faith. Are there any questions that I have not
answered? Is there anything that needs further clarification?
B. The first step to a full and committed life with the Lord is repentance, i.e., turning away from serious
wrongdoing and turning toward the Lord. If there is serious wrongdoing in your life, are you willing
to make a definite break with it? Serious wrongdoing includes but are not limited to the following:
1. Non-Christian religions and non-Christian practices like TM, SOM, etc.

2. All forms of the occult, spiritualism, witchcraft.
3. Sexual wrongdoing (adultery, masturbation, active homosexuality, perversity)
4. Murder, stealing, cheating.
5. Lying, slander, gossip.
6. Drunkenness, drugs.
FOR CATHOLICS: To make repentance full and effective, go to sacramental confession and make
a firm resolution to lead a new life acceptable to Jesus Christ.
C. Is there anything you wish to share or discuss with me? Is there any other way I can help you?
D. Are you ready to turn away from sin, confess (if there is serious wrongdoing) and commit your
life to the Lord? Will you accept Him as your Lord and Savior?
II. If the participant says YES. invite him to Module II.
III. If there are any issues on wrong doing that you cannot resolve, refer them to the BCLP Director.
Also inform the BCLP Assistant Leader of any participant who cannot be allowed to go on,
prior to the start of Module II.
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After Module II, Session 8 : Life in the Holy Spirit
GOAL
The primary purpose of this individual meeting is to help the participant prepare for the prayer
session where each one receives the power of the Holy Spirit in a new way. Often called the
BAPTISM OF THE HOLY SPIRIT, this session sometimes causes some queries in the mind of
the participant. The Discussion Leader will try to clear up any question concerning this. The
meeting also serves to give encouragement and support to the participant and to find out specific
areas where he / she needs to be strengthened and cared for.
After Module II, the Discussion Group Leaders once again meet individually with each of the members of their
group. These meetings should be held within the week prior to the prayer session for receiving the Power of the
Holy Spirit, which is the start of Module III.
The primary purpose of this individual meeting is to help the participant prepare for the prayer session where
each one receives the power of the Holy Spirit in a new way. Often called “Baptism in the Holy Spirit”, this session
sometimes causes some confusion in the mind of the participant. The Discussion Group Leader should try to
clear up any question concerning this.
This meeting also serves to give encouragement and support to the participant and to find out specific areas
where he/she needs to be strengthened and prayed for.
These individual meetings should be held as early as possible during the week so that the participant may have
enough time after this meeting to adequately prepare himself / herself for the prayer session. Don’t wait till the last
minute!
I. GUIDELINES FOR THE MEETING
A. Start with a prayer. Foster an atmosphere of concern, friendliness and informality.
B. Find out if there are any questions regarding what has transpired in the program or if there are any
problem areas. Discuss these.
C. Check the participant’s understanding of Baptism in the Holy Spirit and the gift of tongues. Explain
the concepts again. If there is any hang-up or fear in any of these areas, help the participant to get
over them.
D. If the participant has any involvement in the occult and the like (fortune telling, card reading, spirit of
the glass, etc.) which may or may not have been brought out in previous discussions, lead the
participant to verbally renounce this involvement.
E. Make sure that any serious wrongdoing, which the participant disclosed during your first one-on-
one, is no longer present in his / her life. Check if there are other areas of wrong doing which the
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F. Check if there are other barriers or other obstacles to the full release of the Spirit in his/her life. Are
there areas of unforgiveness, resentments, hatred, bitterness, etc. Lead the participant to forgive
the cause(s) of all these negative emotions. Pray for a repentant and forgiving heart.
G. Find out if the participant has had traumatic experiences so that you can pray for healing of
memories during the prayer session.
H. Find out if there are other areas of concern or difficulties that the participant would like to share with
you.
I. Ask if the participant has any prayer intentions or any specific concerns or problems that he/she
would like to be prayed for during the Baptism in the Holy Spirit.
J. Remind the participant to go to confession, to go to Mass, receive Holy Communion, pray and fast
prior to the Baptism in the Holy Spirit.
K. End the one-on-one by praying together after the meeting.
II. REMINDERS
A. The principle of confidentiality is still very much in force. Keep to yourself whatever information is
brought out, except what you cannot handle, in which case you should bring the same to the BCLP
Director. Any discussion of serious problems should be taken up only with the BCLP Director and
should not be specifically taken up during the team meeting. The team meeting is a time of sharing
in general, to see where people are at.
Always avoid gossip, slander or any wrong way of speaking about any participant.
B. Inform the BCLP Director immediately of any problem you cannot handle, or if there are any
obstacles to being prayed with for the Baptism in the Holy Spirit. Don’t wait until prior to the baptism
prayer session itself.
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After Module IV, Session 16: Submission to Authority
GOAL
The primary purpose of this meeting is to help the participant understand the BCBP way of life
and discern if he or she will commit to this way of living. The Discussion Leaders should clear up
any questions concerning this. The meeting also serves to give encouragement and support to
the participant and to find out specific instanceswhere he or she may have difficulty living out the
commitment. Remember, there is no such thing as a private Christian (you cannot cover a
lamppost — it must shine out). The participants must be made to understand that we all need a
group or community in order for our faith to grow. It is easy to backslide if there is no support
group.
Before the end of Module IV, after the talk on Submission to Authority, the Discussion Group Leaders once again
meet individually with each of the members of their group. These meetings should be held within the week prior to
the session on Commitment, which is the end of Module IV.
The primary purpose of this individual meeting is to help the participants understand the BCBP Way of Life and
help them discern if they can commit to this way of living.
I. GUIDELINES FOR THE MEETING
A. Remember to bring a copy of the BCBP Commitment Card.
B. Start with a prayer. Foster an atmosphere of concern, friendliness and informality.
C. Find out if there are any questions regarding what has transpired in the program or if there are any
problem areas. Discuss these.
D. Explain the three sections of the BCBP Commitment Card:

1. I will live as a follower of Christ.
2. I will make myself available to the Lord for service.
3. I will be a Christian Businessman and Professional.
E. Find out if there are still areas of their life that needs to be addressed or worked out or if there are
any obstacles in meeting their commitment. (Inform the BCLP Course Leader if there are still
issues of wrongdoing or issues which contradict or go against our Catholic doctrine.)
F. For married participants, after the one-on-one discussions, proceed with a two-on-two meeting in
order to encourage and enhance commitment from both parties.
G. If there are no major problems, invite participants to commit. Make sure you get firm commitments
on their participation in all BCBP activities.

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1.9.1. The Roles and Responsibilities of the

Session Speaker
“Everyone who calls out to the Lord for help will be saved.”
But how they can call to him for help if they have not believed?
And how can they believe if they have not heard the message?
And how can they hear the message if the message is not proclaimed?
And how can the message be proclaimed if the messengers are not sent?
“How wonderful is the coming of messengers who bring good news!”
So then, faith comes from hearing the message,
and the message comes through preaching Christ.
ROMANS 10: 13-15, 17
BCLP Session Speakers should be carefully chosen from among BCBP members who are actively involved and
comply with the BCBP commitment (White Card). There are many qualified members within the Brotherhood who
can serve in this capacity.
Spiritual preparation for the presentation of the talk is important. Session Speakers must remember that we are
weak instruments of the Lord, and we need His Holy Spirit to guide us during the preparation and presentation of
the talk. Prayers, the sacraments and fasting are sure ways of assuring ourselves of the Lord’s help and
guidance.
All Session Speakers are provided with an expanded outline of the talk. They should adhere to the outline and
comply with the time allotted for the talk.
In preparing and delivering the presentation, the Session Speaker should take into account the following
considerations:
• The average retention of a 30 to 40 minute talk is about 30 to 35% of its content. This is the reason
why the talk should be concise and direct to the topic.
• The BCLP talks are basically directed to the mind and anything emotional should be avoided as
much as possible because it tends to blur the topic or message of the talk. Keep the goals of the
session foremost in mind and exclude extraneous subjects that may deviate from the topic.
• The Speaker’s main purpose is to teach and not to entertain the participants.
• Points must be made simply and clearly, avoiding complexities. Main points should be highlighted;
do not bury them with side issues.
• Speakers should strive for a conversational tone, i.e., speak naturally and avoid a “preachy” style in
the delivery of the talk.
Since BCLP Session Speakers are under the supervision of the BCLP Course Director, they should provide the
BCLP Course Director with a copy of the presentation of their talk for his perusal.
The BCLP Manual
1.9. The Session Speaker
1.9.1. Roles and Responsibilities of the Session Speaker

(continued)
I. BEFORE THE BCLP
A. Prepares assigned talk in accordance with the topic objective given them beforehand.
B. When necessary, solicits an update from the BCLP Course Director regarding previous talks given
to provide a smooth transition from previous talks to their own.
C. Makes sure that they are ready to give their talk at least fifteen (15) minutes before the schedule.
II. DURING THE BCLP
A. Delivers the talk in clear, concise language, emphasizing the focal point/s stipulated in the program
design.
B. Elicits interest and enthusiasm among participants, to encourage and exhort them through the talk.
C. Injects humor whenever necessary.
D. Entertains comments, questions and clarifications for better understanding and appreciation of the
talk.
E. Uses relevant audio-visual aids to enhance talk whenever necessary.
III. AFTER THE BCLP
A. Makes themselves open to constructive criticism regarding talk content and delivery.
B. Submits comments regarding the conduct of the BCLP from their point of view.

The BCLP Manual 1.10. The Service Team Training and
Empowerment Session

and Spiritual Warfare
I. THE SITUATION IN THE WORLD
A. There are two kingdoms opposed to each other — the kingdom of darkness under Satan and the
kingdom of light under Jesus Christ.
The world is in Satan’s grip and his kingdom includes not only those who are evil, but also those
who are uncommitted. By being such, they serve Satan’s purpose.
B. Jesus has mounted a rescue operation, an attack against Satan’s kingdom. It involves bringing
people from darkness to light. It is taking territory from Satan.
Satan does not stand still. His dominion and his power over people is threatened. He undertakes
defensive action. This spiritual battle is continuing.
C. All people are torn in this battle for the hearts, minds and souls of men. More specifically, we in the
BCBP, having joined God’s kingdom, are in the thick of the fight. Because God used Jesus as the
instrument for other men’s redemption, we become a direct threat to Satan’s dominion. As we
evangelize and reach out to other businessmen and professionals, especially through a BCLP, we
actively enter into this battle.
Evangelism is spiritual warfare. Ephesians 6: 12
D. Being combatants, we need weapons and protection. We need means for offense and defense.
II. OUR SPIRITUAL WEAPONS
Always remember that we are waging God’s battle. 2Corinthians 10: 3-5
Because of this, God gives us the following offensive weapons:
A. COMMITMENT (to Christ’s cause).
1. Leading us to lives of righteousness, purity and holiness. 2 Corinthians 6: 7

2. We don’t need to be saints as yet, but we must have a passion for God’s
righteousness and a hatred for evil.
3. Have purity of motives and desires.
a. Serve for the glory of God, not our own.
b. Guard against the dangers of pride.
c. Have humility. Know that without Jesus’ victory on the cross, we can’t succeed.
4. We will be ineffective if we are not righteous. Matthew 7: 3-5
B. ZEAL.
1. Single-mindedness of purpose.
2. Perseverance.
3. Live totally for the Lord. 2 Corinthians 5: 15 Philippians 3: 7-8
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and Spiritual Welfare (continued)
C. THE WORD OF GOD.

1. A sword! Ephesians 6: 17 Hebrews 4: 12
2. In the BCLP, we speak God’s word (in the talk and followed up in the discussion group).
God’s word has power. 1Thesalonians 1: 5
D. SPIRITUAL GIFTS
1. Charismatic gifts 1Corinthians 12: 4-10
2. Some applications:
a. Wisdom: to answer questions, to lead discussions
b. Discernment: to know where a person is at
3. Tongues and praise.
III. OUR PROTECTION
The armor of God is our protection. (Ephesians 6: 13-18) It is God’s provision alone which will give us
adequate protection.
Let us consider the points of attack by the devil and how the armor of God can protect us:
A. TRUTH. Protection against lies and errors.

1. Satan is the father of lies.
2. He will try to make us doubt God’s word (e.g. you’re too sinful to serve), or falsely accuse us,
or malign God’s character (e.g. God is not a loving God; He does not love you).
3. Rest on the truths of God’s love, God’s power, etc.
B. JUSTICE or RIGHTEOUSNESS. Protection against evil and sinful desires.

1. If Satan does not succeed by lies, he will try bombarding our minds with evil thoughts.
2. Resist these temptations. Remember that temptations are not sin unless entertained.
C. GOSPEL OF PEACE. Protection against an easy and lazy life.

1. If Satan cannot disturb us, then he will try to make us as comfortable and cozy as possible,
so that we won’t disturb him.
2. Beware of living a “carpet slipper Christianity”, wherein one journeys to heaven in first-class
comfort. Such persons have laid down their arms and are no longer concerned t o
attack and invade enemy-held territory.
3. We need to get our footgear on, leave the comforts of home and go out after Satan’s
captives. Have the zeal to propagate the gospel. (e.g. BCLP involvement)
D. FAITH. Protection against unbelief.

1. Doubts assail us. Fear of failure can cripple our action. The nagging question is: “Can
I do it?”
2. We need to have faith in God’s promises. Have faith that this is God’s work.
Hebrews 13: 5-6
3. We need to realize that we are acting not by our own power, but by God’s power.

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and Spiritual Welfare (continued)
E. SALVATION. Protection against calamity and accident.

1. The word used for salvation means both physical as well as spiritual well-being.
2. Satan will try to make you sick, make spouses fight, may even try to get you killed.
3. But we have God’s protection. Before leaving your home, pray. Put on the “crash helmet” of
salvation.
F. WORD OF GOD.
1. The Word of God is both a weapon and a protection.
2. For BCLP participants, stress daily Scripture readings and recommend books.
G. PRAYER.
Pray at every opportunity, using the different kinds of prayer. (Personal prayer, Group prayer —
will be used at various times during the BCLP — Intercessory prayer, Fasting.)
IV. FOUR POINTS TO STRESS
A. Guard against two extremes:

1. That there is no devil, and
2. That all negative happenings are attributed to the devil.
B. Jesus has already won the victory in this fight against Satan.
C. We have the power to rout the devil, but such is premised on our righteousness and submission to
God. SJames 4: 7
D. As good soldiers, we can expect hardships and difficulties. 2 Timothy 2: 3
V. OPEN FORUM FOR QUESTIONS
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1.10.2. What is the Brotherhood Christian Life Program

(BCLP)?

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1.10.2. What is the Brotherhood Christian Life Program (BCLP)?

(continued)
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1.10.2. What is the Brotherhood Christian Life Program (BCLP)?

(continued)

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1.10.3. How to Lead a Discussion Group
I. INTRODUCTION
A. “I charge you to preach the word, to stay with this task whether convenient or inconvenient —
correcting, reproving, appealing — constantly teaching, and never losing patience. For the time will
come when people will not tolerate sound doctrine . . . . They will stop listening to the truth . . . . As
for you, be steady and self-possessed, put up with hardships, perform you work as an evangelist,
fulfill you ministry.” 2 Timothy 4: 2-5
B. Paul’s exhortation to Timothy in the above-mentioned passage is also applicable to the Discussion
Group Leaders:
1. Put up with hardships.
2. Perform your work as an evangelist.
3. Fulfill your ministry.
II. ROLES / DUTIES OF A DISCUSSION GROUP LEADER
The roles / duties of a Discussion Group Leader are divided into five (5) areas:
A. TO CONTRIBUTE LIFE TO THE PROGRAM
1. Participate enthusiastically in prayer and song.

2. Be joyful at all times.
3. Be warm and friendly, even if people are a bit stiff at first. People will warm up as we warm up
to them. Take special care to establish an atmosphere of love and interest in the group.
4. Establish a relaxed atmosphere. Don’t be overly serious, but maintain control of the situa-
tion.
5. Inspire confidence by knowing exactly what is expected of you.
6. Remember that some of the participants have never been in this type of discussion groups.
When giving instruction, make sure they understand clearly what is said.
7. Study well the subject of the talk before hand so explanations can be made when required.
Discussion Guides of the talks will be given to you before the start of the seminar.
8. Be interested and listen attentively to the talks. Take notes. You can start teaching them by
setting good examples. Support the BCLP Director.
9. Develop unity among your group. This can be done by setting up prayer partners.
10. Remember the names and important details of your discussion group members (name of
spouse, their children, where they work, their hobbies, etc.). By this you communicate a
great amount of concern.
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(continued)
B. TO COMMIT HIS / HER TIME

NOTE: ALL THESE ITEMS REQUIRE AN ADDITIONAL COMMITMENT OF YOUR TIME. THIS
IS THE TIME YOU OFFER TO THE LORD.
1. Come promptly to each session at the time indicated by the BCLP Director so that there will
be enough time for you to greet the participants as they come in and to get to know them,
especially the members of your discussion group. Ensure that the name tags and handouts
of your group are ready.
2. Stay after the session for the team meeting.
3. Contact those who were absent in the last session. Show them you are concerned. (A
directory will be completed on the first session.)
4. Schedule make-up sessions for those who were absent and ensure that these are done
within the week immediately after the session missed and completed before the Baptism
session. A make-up session consists of listening to a tape of the missed talk and having a
short discussion with the DGL. The purpose of this session is to ensure that the participant
understands the talk and to give him an opportunity to discuss the same.
5. Call your group 3 to 4 days before the next session to remind them of the forthcoming session.
6. Schedule and conduct the one-on-one dialogue meetings after the 4th (Repentance and
Faith) and the 8th (Life in the Holy Spirit) talks.
C. TO BE SPIRITUALLY PREPARED
1. Pray and intercede for the participants and the staff, and in particular for your own group.
2. At times there is a need for some extraordinary efforts to help you with a problem. Sacrifices
like fasting, abstaining from smoking or drinking can be a powerful weapon to help solve or
overcome the problem.
3. Partake of the sacraments, especially the Holy Eucharist (as often as you can during the
entire BCLP period), and if required, the sacrament of Reconciliation.
D. TO LEAD A DISCUSSION PERIOD
IMPORTANT: A STUDY MADE BY A PROFESSIONAL SPEAKERS’ BUREAU IN THE UNITED

STATES CAME UP WITH THESE STARTLING RESULTS. ON A GENERAL AVERAGE, ONLY
30% TO 35% OF A 40 TO 50 MINUTE TALK IS ASSIMILATED BY THE AUDIENCE. THAT IS
WHY THE DISCUSSION PERIOD IS SO IMPORTANT.
SINCE NO TWO PERSONS ASSIMILATE THE SAME 30% TO 35% OF THE SUBJECT,
IT IS SAFE TO ASSUME THAT EACH MEMBER HAS ASSIMILATED DIFFERENT PARTS
OF THE TALK. AS THEY DISCUSS THE TALK DURING THE DISCUSSION PERIOD,
THERE IS AN ASSURANCE THAT MORE OF THE TALK WILL SURFACE AND BE
ASSIMILATED BY THE GROUP.

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(continued)
1. Study the discussion guide of the talk ahead of time and plan how you will handle your
discussion period.
2. Start and end the discussion with a prayer.
3. Stay within the topic of the talk and the discussion questions.
4. Do not allow anyone to dominate the discussion.
5. Be firm but gentle in the handling of situations.
6. Do not allow impertinent questions, or theological questions that need long explanations.
Long explanations are better left until after the session is over.
7. Don’t be intimidated by anyone, but be prudent about it.
8. If the group is shy and there is no participation in the discussion, we suggest you break
the ice by starting with your own sharing. (This problem arises only during the first and
second talk.)
9. As you listen to the talk, discern which points need to be taken up or repeated during the
discussion period.
10. Do not out-talk or out-share the participants. The idea is for them to participate. You only
share to get them involved.
11. If confronted with a question and you do not know the answer, admit ignorance and tell them
you will find out and let them know.
12. Exhort members to come on time.
13. If you learn of a moral problem involving one of your participants, refer the matter immediately
to your BCLP Director. This should be done privately.
14. Everything that is discussed or may surface at any time during the BCLP must be kept in
strict confidence. (Exceptions are when you have to advise the BCLP Director of the
matter.)
15. Do not compare notes with your spouse on confidential matters of your group.
16. Prepare a confidential profile of each member of your group — their strengths and their
weaknesses. This will help you know what to pray for during the Baptism.
17. Begin and end on time.
E. TO DISCIPLINE A PARTICIPANT OR THE WHOLE GROUP
1. Lead the group. Do not allow the group to lead you.

2. Do not allow pockets of conversation while the talks are going on, or while one of them is
sharing during the discussion period.
3. Correct any wrong speech: gossip, slander, negative humor or ridiculing someone or
someone’s defect or mistakes.
4. When there is need to correct someone for a serious indiscretion, avoid doing it publicly. Use
prudence and discretion and do it privately.
III. OPEN FORUM FOR QUESTIONS
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1.10.4. Fasting
I. INTRODUCTION
The service team is greatly encouraged to engage in fasting during the entire course of the program, not
only as a means of personal spiritual growth, but more so as a personal sacrifice for the intention of the
participants, the people who the Lord has entrusted to our care.
II. HOW DO WE FAST?
The normal means of fasting involves abstaining from all food, solid or liquid, but not from water. However,
one could also engage in a partial fast, which is a restriction of diet but not total abstention. Just consider
what your body can take or how far you yourself want to go.
We can fast on the day of the session itself. We can start our fast after the previous night’s supper or at
midnight and end with supper before the session.
Note: Not all are physically fit to fast. We suggest that you first get your doctor’s consent, especially
if you are a diabetic, an expectant mother or a heart patient. The Church exempts those who
are over sixty years of age.
III. WHY SHOULD WE FAST?
A. Fasting is a means of worshipping God and centering our lives and our existence on the Lord.
1. Like the prophetess Anna we need to be worshipping in fasting and prayer. (Luke 2: 37)
2. As in the case of the apostolic band at Antioch, fasting and prayer go together (Acts 13: 2-3)
B. Fasting is also a weapon for spiritual warfare (Matthew 17: 21). We can expect Satan to beangry at
the work we are doing, and he will be trying to stop us and the BCLP participants from receiving
what God has to offer. We need to fast in our fight against evil forces.
C. Fasting is a way by which we can control our body and the desires of the flesh. In life we crave for
so many things (not just food) which we do not need until we become controlled or enslaved by
them. By fasting we learn to discipline ourselves and to keep our desires in the proper perspective.
Fasting helps us keep our balance in life.
D. Fasting reveals the things that control us. We cover up what is inside us with food and other good
things, but in fasting these things surface. If pride controls us, it will be revealed. Anger, bitterness,
jealousy, strife, fear — all these will surface during fasting. And knowing these things within us is a
great benefit to one who longs to be transformed into the image of Christ. We can now come
before the Lord and pray for healing in these areas.
E. Fasting is a way by which we grasp the reality that we live not by bread alone, but more importantly
by the Word of God (Matthew 4: 4). We are totally dependent on the Lord for our existence, and
our spiritual life is of much more importance than our physical life.
F. Fasting is a way by which we can relate, though admittedly in a very small way, to the sufferings of
people who don’t have adequate food or other necessities of life. By actually experiencing doing
without, we can empathize more with their plight.
G. Other values of fasting are increased effectiveness in intercessory prayer, guidance in decisions,
increased concentration, deliverance for those in bondage, physical well being, etc.

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1.10.5. Team Meetings
I. The team meeting is almost always the only opportunity that the Service Team Members have
to discuss their work. It should be time used for support and encouragement, a time that builds
unity, faith and love.
II. Aside from these, the team meetings also help to:
• Create a spiritual unity among the team members,
• Help the team members learn how to better serve the Lord,
• Communicate what is happening in the seminar as a whole.
III. The service team should spend time not only in talking about administrative details but in
having a concrete discussion of the problems and situations they are facing. They must limit
their discussions to situations and avoid mentioning names.
IV. Team meetings are usually held after the session itself in order to evaluate what happened in
the session. Use these meetings to:
• Review the participant’s reaction to the day’s session,
• Get the views of the service team on how the session turned out,
• Take up any salient issues that are pertinent for the next session.
Remember, however, that it has been a long day for the entire service team, so the meeting
should be brief and limited strictly to the important issues.
The BCLP Manual 1.11. Memos from Fernando de
Larrazabal
MEMO TO: Chapter Heads, Mission Directors and BCLP Course Directors
SUBJECT: Sponsorship of Candidates
Application forms for distribution to potential candidates should start being distributed no later than 45
days before the scheduled BCLP opening. This will give sponsors ample time to begin the evangelization process
of their candidates. Reminders and follow-ups should periodically be made during BCBP activities like the
breakfasts and assemblies.
All efforts must be directed towards ensuring that the application is the result of a personal decision. We
must avoid having any candidate apply because of sponsor pressure. Arm twisting methods should be avoided.
The acceptance of the invitation must be one of free choice.
The purpose of the sponsor’s evangelistic efforts is to awaken the candidates need and desire to live and
grow into a more meaningful relationship with Jesus, before signing the application. If the sponsor is aware of
any serious impediments the applicant may be involved in, he assumes responsibility to inform the candidate
that such practices are not tolerated in the Brotherhood. Should the applicant show at this stage that he or she is
unwilling to give up said practices or affairs, the sponsor should not pursue further the sponsorship.
The BCLP is not a reformatory where people are invited to attend in the hope that they will change for the
better. The following persons will not be permitted to attend the BCLP:
1. An alcoholic
2. A drug addict
3. One who is emotionally disturbed
4. A sex pervert.
The interest of this rule is not being uncharitable, but rather the opposite. True charity demands that we
exercise caution for the benefit of those who may be influenced while relating to this person. The bad examples
and influence this person can have over the others may be prejudicial to their spiritual formation. Our experience
in previous BCLPs is what influenced the BCBP to implement this ruling. We request all sponsors to abide by
these directives.
The maximum number of candidates to be accepted in a CLP is not to exceed eighty (80). The reason
for this ruling is as follows:
1. Larger groups are unmanageable and do not foster close ties among the candidates who eventually
will form part of a single Chapter unit.
2. The limited number of trained discussion group leaders to handle larger groups.

The BCLP Manual 1.11. Memos from
Fernando de Larrazabal
The discussion groups should at no time be larger than six. A larger number will prevent full participation
during the question period or prevent some of the members from sharing.
Acceptance of applications will close one week before the scheduled BCLP opening date to give the
BCLP staff sufficient time to prepare their groupings, etc.
No last minute applications will be entertained on a chance basis.
The number of discussion group leaders trained will be limited to accommodate a maximum of eighty
candidates. In previous BCLPs, untrained Chapter members were chosen at random on the opening day of the
BCLP to accommodate the influx of unexpected candidates. This was totally unfair to those candidates who
were handled by inexperienced and untrained discussion group leaders.
The BCLP Course Director will assume responsibility and see that these directives are complied with.
The Chapter Head, the Mission director and BCLP Course Director are requested to transmit these
information to their members to avoid misunderstandings and embarrassment.
SIGNED
FERNANDO DE LARRAZABAL
The BCLP Manual 1.11. Memos from
Fernando de Larrazabal
MEMO TO: BCLP Course Directors
SUBJECT: Supervision over the BCLP Speakers
Your Chapter has selected you to lead this forthcoming BCLP/ You have been given the privilege and
opportunity to serve God and your brothers in this capacity. Congratulations are in order.
You are requested to comply with the directions of this revised manual and avoid making any adapta-
tions or changes in its format. This directive is made to sure that all BCLPs are administered in the same way by
all Chapters.
You are also to assume supervision over the speakers to assure adherence to the outline of the talk and
compliance with the time schedules allocated to each talk. The speakers are there to teach and not to entertain
the candidates. We want the candidates to assimilate the essence of the talk. The more frill that are added, the
less they will retain.
A recent study made by the speaker’s bureau group concluded that the average retention of a 30 to 40
minute talk is about 30 to 35% of its content. This is the reason why the talk should be concise and direct to the
topics.
The BCLP is basically directed to reach the mind, and anything emotional should be avoided as much as
possible. Emotions tend to blur the topic or message of the talk being delivered.
God bless you and your staff in this endeavor.
SIGNED
FERNANDO DE LARRAZABAL

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BCLP Manual

A. The BCLP Service Team Handbook

B. The BCLP Course Director’s Kit

C. The Discussion Group Leader’s / Speaker’s Guide

D. The Assistant Discussion Group Leader’s Folio

E. The Participant’s Handout File

1.1. OVERVIEW OF THE BROTHERHOOD CHRISTIAN LIFE PROGRAM

1.1.1. The Goals of the BCLP 1

1.2. THE BCLP ADMINISTRATIVE AND SERVICE TEAM

1.2.1. Selection Criteria for the BCLP Team 5

1.3 THE COURSE DIRECTOR

1.3.1. Roles and Responsibilities of the Course Director 7

1.4. THE ASSISTANT COURSE DIRECTOR

1.4.1. Roles and Responsibilities of the Assistant Course Director 21

1.5. THE SECRETARIAT SERVANT

1.5.1. Roles and Responsibilities of the Secretariat Servant 24

1.6. THE MUSIC MINISTRY AND PRAYER WARRIOR COORDINATOR

1.6.1. Roles and Responsibilities of the Music Ministry

1.7. THE LITURGICAL MASS AND MEAL SERVANT

1.7.1. Roles and Responsibilities of the

1.8. THE DISCUSSION GROUP LEADER

1.8.1. Roles and Responsibilities of the

1.9. THE SESSION SPEAKER

1.9.1. The Roles and Responsibilities of the

1.10. THE SERVICE TEAM TRAINING AND EMPOWERMENT SESSION

1.10.1. Servanthood, Receiving the Power to Serve

1.11. MEMOS FROM FERNANDO DE LARRAZABAL 71

1.1.1. The Goals of the BCLP

1. To bring businessmen and professionals to a renewed commitment to Christian family life.

2. To strengthen and revitalize Christian community life in the marketplace.

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1.1.2. The Structure of the BCLP

A. THE ORIENTATION SESSION

B. MODULE I: THE BASIC TRUTHS ABOUT CHRISTIANITY

1. Talk 1: Who Is Jesus Christ?

C. MODULE II: THE AUTHENTIC CHRISTIAN

1. Talk 5: Loving God and Neighbor

D. MODULE III: LIVING A SPIRIT-FILLED CHRISTIAN LIFE

1. Talk 9: Baptism of the Holy Spirit

E. MODULE IV: THE BCBP WAY OF LIFE

1. Talk 12: Prayer, Scripture and Spiritual Gifts

1.1.2. The Structure of the BCLP

A. Praising and Raising of Hands

III. PERSONAL DIALOGUES

1. Arrival and Fellowship

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1.1.2 The Structure of the BCLP

1.2.1. Selection Criteria for the BCLP Team

• They must live out the basic BCBP commitments.

• They must be willing to serve.

• They must have good order in their family life.

• They must have demonstrated leadership and management capabilities.

• They must be in good physical condition.

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1.2.2. The BCLP Team Composition

The BCLP TEAM is composed of:

I. THE BCLP ADMINISTRATIVE TEAM

The Administrative Team members are :

II. THE BCLP SERVICE TEAM

The Service Team members are:

1.3.1. Roles and Responsibilities of the Course Director

“ Whatever you do, work at it with all your heart,

I. BEFORE THE BCLP

A. Familiarizes himself with the program by studying the BCLP Manual.