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''DECEMBER TO REMEMBER:
REACTIVATING THE
CHARACTER AND VA UIS OF
FILIPINO CHILDREN"
Filipino Christian Living 800
Submitted by:
Ambulo, Justine Mae Balando, Ian
Submitted to:
Dr. Laura De Guzman
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December 6, 2022
Blessed day!
As a major requirement for the course, Filipino Christian Living 8 – The Perpetualite: A Helper of
God, we, the fourth year Education students of University of Perpetual Help System – Laguna, are required
to conduct a community outreach program that aims to respond effectively to the multiple needs of the
people of the community through social services towards integral human development. With the theme
“December to Remember: Reactivating the Character and Values of Filipino Children”, the program
intends to teach the younger generation the value of Christian living and its importance in individual
community engagement. In line with this, we seek your approval for us to use the Barangay Hall as a venue
of the said event. The event will be from 1:00 pm onwards, on December 8, 2022.
In this regard, the group would like to ask permission from your good office to please allow the
usage of resources and amenities which are necessary for the said event such as [list of equipment that may
be used for the event]. Please notify us of any breakdown of the costs involved so that we may prepare in
advance. If possible, please inform us as well of the terms and conditions that govern the use of the premises.
In order, any query arises, feel free to contact the overall chairperson, Wowie Mapakit, at
09610354935.
Your favorable response regarding this request will be highly appreciated by the whole group.
Thank you and God bless.
Respectfully yours,
program, and this celebration has always been one of the most anticipated activities that
Perpetualite looks forward to and participates in regularly. It has embarked different apprehensions
for us to not just enjoy the privilege of being under an institution directed to acquaint ourselves
with the rights and responsibilities we are entitled to, but also give us the actual experience to have
these facts disseminated.Prior to this, the group had met virtually to brainstorm ideas on what
theme will the emphasis of the project be. As per one of the major objectives of the project,
Character Building should be given emphasis and should teach children to whom it was really for,
hence, the group decided to target participants in the bracket of children’s age. And as OHYM-
Tutorial Kids has been part of the partner organization for this program and has helped Pre-service
teachers practice their teaching skills and apply their own learnings on subject matters, we decided
One of the key principles to consider in the planning process is the source of funds. As a
student, we were also baffled but sought an efficient way to raise funds needed for the expenses
incurred upon putting the project into action. The group then contributes 200 pesos per head. These
steps helped us accumulate PHP 2,600.00, enough to fund the whole project. On finding a well-
ordered venue that is convenient, conducive, and can accommodate the prepared activities and the
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number of target participants, Mr. Wowie Mapakit coordinated with the Barangay Officials where
the participants reside and requested to lend us space in the Barangay Hall spacious enough to
accommodate the program properly. Mr. Wowie Mapakit started to buy the ingredients and the
materials that are needed for the said event. Around 7 am he finished buying the remaining
ingredients. Mr. Romiel Hibek went to Mr. Wowie Mapakit’s house to help him prepare the foods
and Ms.Joselle Oliva arrived at his house to help in the preparation of the foods. Also Ms. Joe
Lleno, Mr. Ian Balando, Ms. Jeneth Lozano and Ms. Justine Ambulo arrived to help us in packing
the food that was cooked by Mr. Mapakit. We brought prizes and candy, and we planned games
for everyone to enjoy. We also had snacks prepared for them. Aside from that, we gave them a
storybook compiled by our members. We collaborate to ensure the activity's success. With the help
of them we finished packing and went to the venue around 12 noon to meet the other members
December 8, 2022, the day of the project execution, the members arrived at the venue hall
hours before the call time to condition the place and prepare the rest of the paper stuff and
registration.We entered the room on the third level of the venue, the Barangay Hall of Malaban, to
get ready for our community outreach event. Everyone is occupied with accomplishing their
allocated tasks and the tasks required for our community outreach. When the kids arrived, Ms.
Jeneth Anne Lozano and Ms. Mira Flor Mejica gave them name tags while Mr. Jayson Nequinto
recorded the kids' names and ages to make sure they were present. While they are verifying
attendance, they converse with the kids, finding out things like what their goals are, who their
favorite singer is, and what their favorite cartoon character is.
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The activity went on with a clean introduction and the program began with a prayer, which
asked for God's presence in the event. After the short introduction about the program or event, Mr.
Romiel Hibek and Ms. Kristena Caballero share the bible verse of the day which is "Children obey
your parents in the Lord for this is right '' from the book of Ephesians 6:1. So we teach this verse
with matching action in order to easily memorize the verse. The meaning of the verse is to give
instructions for children to obey their parents, and for parents to be careful in how they raise their
children. Children who learn respect for proper authority will have a better chance at success in
life and obedience to parents is the morally right way to behave. In short, building the children-
parents relationship is a must in order to avoid rebellious children just like in the modern days it is
common. We also prepared song and dance energizers to aid the listeners from being distracted.
The game was resumed after the storytelling led by Ms. Joelinda Lleno, as was planned and the
groups got to enjoy the last step of their collaboration activities where they did not only got a hand
of important takes from said objective, but also got to exercise their interpersonal skills, strategic
play, and sportsmanship. The activity ended triumphantly as children heard their names being
called to receive the awards from the game. Participants and facilitators both went home joyful for
the tokens that their participation, efforts, and dedication have gotten from the sponsors of simple
appreciation gifts.
Ms. Larra Maranan and Ms. Mira Flor Mejica was assigned to document the event. Every
activity that was done throughout the event was documented with photos and videos. From
recording of attendance to sharing of words of God or Bible Verse, story-telling, games, food
distribution, gift giving and awarding of certificates. While others were busy assisting the kids and
preparing materials needed for the event, Ms. Maranan and Ms. Mejica was also busy taking
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pictures. They took pictures while the kids were writing their names in the attendance sheet, also
they took pictures of the other members while they were busy preparing the food, gifts, materials
This program seeks to assist Filipino children in reactivating their character and values.
We organized a simple yet appreciative activity for the children as a group in order to make them
happy and inspire their adorable grin. This is intended to guide and inspire them to continue in life.
We want kids to believe that even if they cannot see God, they can still sense his love, spirit, and
guidance. They were able to communicate, participate, collaborate, and work as a team as a result
of this activity or game. Eventually, the program was a success, and we saw their pleasant smiles.
There, we all went to divide the designated task. Some of us were tasked with taking photos for
the documentation, while others were tasked with parlor games and the feeding program. At every
parlor game, every child actively participated in whatever the emcee instructed them to do. They
Filipino Children", successfully achieved its objectives. At the end of the project, we have also
manifested empowered youth with confidence and leadership skills fundamental to their social
growth. Of course, practicality and resourcefulness amidst the rate of inflation have been evident
as the project also provided a learning experience which both children and youth can
simultaneously benefit from. Apart from tangible things from the activities, the whole project
apportioned an understanding of participating in activities that will help the young generation have
II. Reflections
I've learnt throughout my life that giving is the path to genuine happiness. Assisting others
along the path compels you to assess your own identity. Being able to help is a privilege for us
students because it teaches us how to care about those in need, how to grasp the spirit of
compassion, and how to share what we have in order to eradicate the selfishness that is buried deep
within us.
It is a very gratifying experience to be able to run a program that provides assistance to the
local community. From the preparation to the actual carrying out, it was the kind of memory that
I will consider important for the rest of my life. The children aged eight to twelve years old were
the target audience for the program that we ran in Brgy. Malgban. Having the opportunity to take
in their bright smiles is gratifying for me. When we saw how appreciative the children were, we
realized that all of the hard preparation work that we had put into the outreach program had been
worthwhile.
We were all having a nice time and enjoying each activity that we planned for the entire
period of the program, from the very beginning to the very end. Due to the fact that I am aware of
the significance of engaging in an activity of this kind, I would like to keep having the opportunity
to participate in this event. It is better to give what you have to others than wait to receive
something yourself. It is of greater significance also that the activity took place on the 8th of
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December, which is the Feast of the Immaculate Conception. This fact alone elevates the
- Balando, Ian B.
It is an honor that we are given the chance to donate our time and effort throughout our
time as students to improve our community and the lives of those around us. We can
demonstrate how we may better the lives of others and comprehend the importance of charity via
our community outreach program, "December to Remember: Reactivating the Character and
For me, this was a tremendously worthwhile experience. I discovered that many children
still have a yearning to increase their knowledge and experience new things. They still need
encouragement to assist them in gaining more self-assurance, deepen their comprehension, and
carry-on walking in our footsteps. Those kids could explore their ideas further and learn how to
put them into practice. We need to be kind, intelligent elders who can guide and encourage them.
I could see the joy and happiness of those kids who waited for us. They were showing us that they
really desire to learn. The kids seemed really engaged throughout the session.
Despite certain challenges, the program as a whole has been a success and a joy. The ability
to serve the community and put ourselves to various tasks in order to do so are both rewarding
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experiences. Our program-related memories and experiences were remarkable and unforgettable,
making them worth keeping in remembrance. The curriculum exposes us to the actual world, which
has its difficulties and presents us with difficulties. However, the difficulties we have faced have
made us stronger and more resilient, enabling us to face and overcome even greater difficulties in
the future. Furthermore, it has taught us a lot and helped us learn more.
others that are less fortunate than them and become an instrument of God to help other people
alleviate the feeling of the major drawbacks they experience in their daily lives. Once this program
was approved and put into action, I immediately knew that it would serve a greater cause and could
fulfill a greater purpose in one’s life. Being helpful to others, or the act of beneficence, connotes
gestures or personal qualities of kindness, generosity, and charity. Virtue ethics states that when
we act righteously, we become a more complete person. The basis for all morality is fairness. Due
to this, it would be considered a moral obligation for those who were given more to help those who
were given less. Fairness means everyone is given equally and has equal opportunity.
chance to learn more about the Christian character and values and how they can apply what they
have learned to prepare them for a better society in the future. I felt that the community outreach
program not only supported the children to become better individuals, it also uplifted their souls
because we were able to share the story of the kind and loving Creator of all, by letting them know
that He exists and is aware of the prosperity and hardships in their life, and every circumstance in
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this living world. Being able to share this precious time with the children was a fulfillment in itself
because I was able to have the opportunity to make them happy in such a simple way. It is also
satisfying knowing that I was able to make someone’s life better – that I took the time and care to
stop focusing on myself just for a short period of time. As a future teacher, I was also at my best
behavior during the program because if the children observed me in the embodiment of ideals that
they value, and they see the effects of this in and through my actions, they may also be inspired to
refine themselves, because I can only facilitate the development of others if I lead by example.
The main purpose of this community outreach program is to be able to help achieve a goal
for the greater and common good. Establishing and maintaining the common good requires the
cooperative efforts of some, often of many, people. Common good is something that is striving
towards a society which is most supportive of individuals' pursuit of virtue, and makes them more
likely to do so. As a student, one of our responsibilities in society is to be able to contribute for the
larger picture and a bigger cause – we need to be able to have the drive and desire to do it, and
there is nothing much that can stop us from doing it. I would also consider this outreach program
a good deed as it brings hope to the children, and if these were to continue annually, it could build
more ways and paths for the children to paint a brighter hope for the future, thus resulting in the
betterment of our society. These good deeds should be done for the sake of humanity, not for the
sake of significance, praise, or personal achievements; and we should not anticipate fulfillment
As a member of the society and community, we can all make a difference in changing and
improving the lives of others – while improving ourselves and serving as a role model for others,
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and it is time to put the community back into community service. By helping better others, you
may end up bettering yourself in ways you never imagined. We should always remember that to
serve God is to serve others and is one of the greatest demonstrations we can make of Christ-like
love. Loving people through serving them was what Jesus Christ did throughout His earthly
ministry – when we serve others and think of others first, it is a win-win situation.
Children are my favorite thing. This is why I thoroughly loved the half-day teaching
program that was especially designed for the kids in Barangay Malaban, City of Binan. I came to
see how spending time with others who are less fortunate and making them happy, even for a short
while, can make an ordinary event remarkable. I was motivated to persevere more in life so that I
might significantly help those who are less fortunate. Being able to contribute and give the kids a
sense that someone cares about them by teaching them in our own small ways was really gratifying.
The laughter we shared, despite the fact that it only lasted for a day, will always be a part of me.
The outreach was not noteworthy for the food or the games we did, but rather for the grins on the
faces of every child who participated, making it more important. I realized the exercise had been
The outreach program helped me to realize that we might spread happiness to others in
small ways. By helping others, we can make this Christmas memorable. I had such a wonderful
time being with the kids, especially when we got them to giggle. That would go down in my
memory as one of the nicest Christmases I've ever had. The chance to meet with the less fortunate
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kids taught me something new about life. They have taught me that contentment and happiness are
choices. Whether we choose to be joyful and content in life is entirely up to us. I appreciate the
pleasant experience, and I also want to thank the barangay captain for being so polite.
Being a tool for this generation is an honor for us. This outreach program will assist these
children in improving as people. I want our children to be obedient to the same degree that I am.
Teaching children to want to obey is far more important than teaching them to seem to do so. And
don't worry, I am aware that a child's first few years of life are not truly covered by this concept.
In fact, this is the perfect moment for Parents to concentrate on teaching their kids to obey without
poking around. But as your child gets closer to preschool age, it's essential to help them understand
that obedience involves much more than just pleasing the parents.
I think we have a very warped view of obedience on our hands. I suspect that you might
be just as guilty as I know I am. The truth as a Christian, we obey the law because God said so.
It’s willful submission to the authority that God has placed over us. And unless the law requires
To sum up, educating young kids to obey involves also teaching them to respect their
parents and other crucial morals. When children respect their parents, it helps them comprehend
that they are adults because it establishes appropriate limits and advances everyone's well-being.
- Laspiñas, Patrick E.
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December is the month to remember those who lived lives of giving and sharing.
Reactivating the character and values of Filipino children in Malaban by sharing the values and
wisdom of God's words, in which OHYM-Tutorial Kids participated spreading the gift of God
through His creation and imparting to the children how God gifts us with a pure spirit to do greater
good in this world even in a short period of time. Living in the Christian world simply taught me
how to be generous, even in the simple act of giving. This outreach program helps me understand
This program made me feel elated as my team and I worked together for months to execute
this activity through proper analysis and assessment of who would be the beneficiaries of our event.
The program was a success. I feel satisfied with the smiles and participation of the children in our
program. The way they cooperated and their presence in our community outreach program gave
us hope and fulfillment, giving them a short while to share the seven days of the creation of God
Through this community outreach program, I have come to understand that sharing
positivity, love, and the words of God will always be the best feeling, especially knowing that my
team and I are in the field of education. This practice helps us to maintain good acts, kindness,
spiritual knowledge to be shared with students, and various aspects that made the participants
- Lleno, Joelinda L.
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Opportunities to serve people and to receive support are both something that should be
treasured. The idea of reaching out to children and extending a hand to them was truly an inspiring
and uplifting sight. I concluded that it was in fact an inspiring and encouraging activity that pushed
each and every one of us to work toward making the lives of other individuals a little bit more
exciting. Some of those who went were privileged to have the chance to build relationships with
the children from the barangay Malaban. They achieved happiness for themselves in their own
unique ways.
This taught me that even the smallest actions may have a significant impact on the emotions
of the children around us. As long as we stay united like this, we will be able to help them promptly.
Even one look at their happy faces might make you forget about your worries for a little while.
What I found most interesting, though, is how much this kind of program can influence individuals
spiritually. We are tremendously grateful for this opportunity. We are also thankful knowing that
we are the reason why they are blessed and feel loved on that day.
component of self-actualization and progress. The noblest aspect of existence, so the saying goes,
is when you lose yourself in serving others. Serving others has great impacts on you personally in
addition to having a favorable effect on your community. Serving the community will increase the
likelihood that its objectives will be met, advance the community's development, and foster a sense
of camaraderie among its members. By developing relationships with others, establishing rapport,
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and fostering a sense of camaraderie, you as a person earn advantages from serving. It also
encourages physical and mental well-being. Most importantly, it allows you to experience self-
fulfillment and learning that you might utilize in the future. Given this, it is appropriate to state
that volunteering is always a collaborative effort. You both serve and are served. Opportunities to
assist others and receive assistance should be valued. It was quite a pleasant sight to see individuals
reaching out to others, especially the less fortunate. I could draw the conclusion that it was a
heartwarming and inspirational activity that inspired all of us to practice making other people
happy. It was an honor for those in attendance to develop relationships with the kids in Barangay
Malaban. They brought them happiness in their own tiny ways. Our involvement in outreach
activities had enabled us to share what they had and cheer up kids. Yearning for a decent existence
filled with love is a much deeper and wider hunger that needs to be sated. Through this, I also
learnt to appreciate my surroundings, especially God's numerous bounties, which I had previously
paid little attention to. It also taught me that life is about giving and sharing what one has to offer,
not just taking. Regardless of our financial situation, we must never forget that God is depending
on us to provide for others. The outreach program helped me realize that we could all spread joy
in small ways. By helping others, we may make our day more meaningful.
I discovered that you should never decline an experience before giving it a shot. I can
honestly say that when I woke up on that Thursday morning, all I could think about was seeing my
buddies. I wasn't eager to interact with the kids in person, but I noticed that a student would be
assigned one and would serve as the kuya for the day. I was given a child named Evan who was
about 7 years old. I was able to impart teacher knowledge to him and treat him as a brother. I had
no idea how much pleasure it must have been to guide him and treat him like a sibling. I had no
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idea what I would be losing out on if I didn't participate in this Thursday Outreach Program. It
would be terrible if I never got to go and missed this opportunity since the experiences and
memories I made on that Thursday are things I will treasure. Enjoy what you have because other
people might have it worse than you. These Malaban children do not lead luxurious lives.
Additionally, they did not choose to live in this manner. They lack personal TVs, air conditioning
in their rooms, telephones, laptops, and computers. I recognize that I should be content with what
I have because I am fortunate to have it. Sometimes I may whine that I don't have the newest phone
or the money to buy the things I want, but some individuals don't even have the things I currently
possess. Even though I have my share of struggles with girls and my assignments, these kids have
it far harder than I do. It is possible to be cheerful despite adversity. We played a variety of games
throughout our time at the Malaban, and I could see the smiles on their faces. Even given the
predicament they were in, I could see how strong and carefree they were. I realized that happiness
is still attainable even if our circumstances are less fortunate. Be content with your life's memories
and experiences rather than its possessions. Material possessions come and go, but our most
- Nequinto, Jayson Y.
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