Voices in Praise of God and in Defense of His Creation

“Voices in Praise.” The Parish Choir from Malimono emerged as the Champion for the 4^th Diocesan Choral Festival held last August 6, 2012 at Provincial Capitol Area, Surigao City. 

 Not too long, the IFI faithful all over the country felt the pride as the revolutionary and Filipino-made church celebrated its 110^th year of existence. I also felt the same when I was able to view the 110^th Proclamation Anniversary Mass via live stream.

My feel of pride was heightened when I got the privilege to witness the live performances of the parish choirs in the Diocese of Surigao as they held the 4^th Diocesan Choral Festival. It was also timely as the Mindanao Committee on Liturgy and Music was to hold a meeting also in Surigao City and I was tasked to represent the Diocese of Davao.

Earlier that day, the Holy Eucharist in celebration of the Lord's Transfiguration was presided by the Diocesan Bishop of Surigao together with the bishops of Libertad and Oroquieta. Before the Eucharistic celebration, the blessing of the Cathedral of the Transfiguration’s new altar, pulpit, and stained glass walls took place.

"Glass Walls depicting Glory of Christ" The Cathedral of the Transfiguration's new altar and stained glass walls. In the morning of August 6, 2012 before the Eucharistic Celebration, the Bishop of Surigao presided over the blessing and the Holy Mass followed in celebration of the Lord's Transfiguration, one of the main activities for the Diocesan Thanksgiving Day and 110th IFI Proclamation Anniversary Diocesan Celebration. 

Meet, Greet and Discuss

As a volunteer worker for the Committee on Liturgy and Music in the Diocese of Davao, I was honored to represent in his behalf, our head, Fr. Ariston Raymundo at the Mindanao Committee on Liturgy and Music Meeting last August 6, 2012 held at Golden Mile Pension House, Surigao City.

“When Musical Minds Meet.” Rt. Rev. Rudy Juliada of Libertad Diocese presides over the meeting of the Mindanao Committee on Liturgy and Music held at Golden Mile Pension House, Surigao City. 

The committee was headed by the Rt. Rev. Rudy Juliada of the Diocese of Libertad. Members present were Rev. Fr. Michael Quidilla of Libertad Diocese, Rev. Deacon Jerson Nazareno of Pagadian Diocese, Rev. Fr. Elgen Escobal of Dinagat Diocese and Rev. Fr. Manuel Marasigan of Oroquieta Diocese.

As the appointed secretary for that meeting, I took note of the proceedings. Part of their discussions was how to popularize the songs which came from the previous Mindanao Music Festival held at Cagayan de Oro City in 2010.

In line with that notion, the members proposed on holding song workshops in the different dioceses and will be conducted by the Mindanao Committee on Liturgy and Music. Regarding this, the 11 Dioceses of Mindanao will be divided into four clusters thus, there will be four workshops to be done before the end of this year.

Watch, Judge and Decide

After the meeting, we hurriedly went to the Surigao Provincial Capitol Area as one of the highlights of the Thanksgiving Day of IFI-Surigao Diocese was to unfold at 6 in the evening. The reason for the rush: the committee members will also to sit as the jurors for the choir competition.

"Jurors on a Table" The board of Judges for the 4th Diocesan Choral Festival held last August 6, 2012 at the Provincial Capitol Area, Surigao City. Chair of the Board of Judges was Mindanao CLM Head, Bishop Juliada. 

Holding such kind of event is a remarkable move for the Diocese of Surigao led by its ever energetic diocesan bishop, Rt. Rev. Rhee Timbang. As stated during the program, before the very event last August 6, the deanery level eliminations were first conducted. The competition was not aimed at mainly to develop competition among parishes but on the other side, it encourages the establishment of a permanent choir in the parishes to serve the needs of liturgical celebrations.

The nine parish choirs were the “cream of the crop” as these groups have gone through the qualifying rounds. The original song compositions dwelt on the diocesan theme: “Called to Worship, Commissioned to Serve: "Pursue God's Peace! Uphold the Integrity of God's Creation!"(1 Peter 3:11/Genesis 1:31).

Here is a list of the Surigao Diocese parish choirs who made it to the final competition:

1.   Timamana Parish Choir

2.   Dapa Parish Choir

3.   Cathedral Parish Choir

4.   Rizal Parish Choir

5.   Alegria Parish Choir

6.   Malimono Parish Choir

7.   Placer Parish Choir

8.   Sison Parish Choir

9.   Socorro Parish Choir

"Voices from the Nearby Island" The Socorro Parish Choir, directed by fellow Sillimanian Mr. Florano, got the bronze (third place) as with the recently concluded 4th Diocesan Choral Festival of the Diocese of Surigao held last August 6, 2012 at the Provincial Capitol Area, Surigao City. 

The performances were worth the long hours of travel from Davao to Surigao City. The music coming from the nine choirs competing seemed to become a massage to my whole system as it helped take away the stress from the long travel.

"Harmonic Singers Dressed in Dominant Pink and Violet" The Parish Choir from Placer bagged the Silver (Second Place)  for the 4th Diocesan Choral Festival of the Diocese of Surigao held last August 6, 2012 at the Provincial Capitol Area, Surigao City. 

“All of you are winners,” said Rt. Rev. Rudy Juliada of Libertad Diocese, before announcing the results. The groups which emerged victorious were Malimono Parish Choir won the first place and parish choirs from Placer and Socorro grabbed the second and third place, respectively.

"Belting out to the Gold" The Parish Choir of Malimono grabbed the gold for the 4th Diocesan Choral Festival of the Diocese of Surigao held last August 6, 2012 at the Provincial Capitol Area, Surigao City. 

The choral competition was a showcase of grandeur attained by the Diocese of Surigao. The voices in harmony conveyed the variety of people who worked in the local churches and may seem  to be different from each other but are united in Christ and in service to men. 

Food, Accommodation and Hospitality at its Best

My stay in Surigao City was made more enjoying and comfortable due to the warm accommodation given by the bishop of Surigao himself, and the pension house owner and attendants of Golden Mile.

Sumptuous foods were served with a smile and a high dose of hospitality by the host. The mouth-watering taste of seafood dishes like squids made into “kinilaw and adobo”, fresh fish cooked into the favorite “tinola and prito” in the table were never a miss in every meal we have had.

"Bon Appetit" The guests never hesitated to give in a smile after a sumptuous meal. 

The welcoming arms of the IFI-Diocese of Surigao would make its visitors to come back to its abodes once in a while.

The Glory of IFI Displayed in Surigao Diocese

For years, I have heard of Surigao Diocese and how it has put into great motion its ministry to God and His people, aside from being a model diocese for the church’s centralization program.

But being an eyewitness for two days gave me a nostalgic feel that the whole of IFI could have attained its grandeur as a church if only we have set aside our self-kept personal motives then, follow the sacrificial path for the church to become stable in finances and in the ministry to His people.

I was proud as an IFI to see and witness for myself that our church is being respected in the place. I was also touched by the firm stand of the diocese against large scale mining which was evident not only in their large posters outside the churches but also noticeable in their advocacy and programs in the local churches.

"The Living Heritage thru Banners and Flags" The Frontage of the Cathedral of the Transfiguration, the Seat of the Diocesan Bishop of Surigao Diocese is being seen with a large poster with a very poignant advocacy of protecting the environment and upholding eco-justice. 

Ecumenism was also evident as they grow good relationships with ministers and faithful of the United Church of Christ in the Philippines in the different locales. This church whom we signed a Covenant of Partnership also shares almost all of our advocacies as with the pro-people movements.

Even the recently conducted 4^th Diocesan Choral Festival is one of the indicators that the IFI in Surigao has grown so much more than the dioceses in the whole of the archipelago. The diocese now produces its own songs and music for the liturgical celebrations and pursues uniformity in songs and hymns usage in its parishes and missions.

To note the expansion of the church, the Diocese of Surigao gave birth to the Diocese of Dinagat and soon, the Diocese of Siargao. This is a proof of the growing that this diocese has caused to the whole of IFI. 

Indeed, the glory of IFI can be best seen in a diocese located almost at the tip of the Philippines, and that is  in Surigao.  Kudos to the great leadership of Rt. Rev. Rhee Timbang for the remarkable achievements and for letting me see the IFI’s glory right before my very eyes.

"A Temple at the Top" The Cathedral of the Transfiguration, Seat of the Diocesan Bishop of Surigao Diocese located at Km.2 National Road, Surigao City. 

(This is a Feature Article on the 4th Diocesan Choral Festival of the IFI – Diocese of Surigao. This is a personal blog entry and the opinions expressed on this blog is not of the IFI-Diocese of Surigao or any of the dioceses I may have belonged to. The reason why I published this is in my personal blog is for  me to convey that this is of my own opinion and thus, free from any external dictates.- Klein Emperado)

My Music Mission and the Art Ignoring the Devil’s Temptations

Cousins in Music with DYEC Officers. My sister Killian Emperado (Soprano 2) and cousins Darice Infante (Alto), and Bighani Bayawa (Soprano 1) with me as director, with the special participation of Kuya Donald Quio, YIFI DINOS President and Roi Ponce,YIFI DINOS Vice-President sang for the Fiesta Mass of Dumaguete back in November 2009.

The path of service is not an easy road to take. Along the way you will meet the devil taking the human form in order to weaken you and make you quit serving the Great Master. On the other hand, God sends His angels to comfort you and make you strong so that you will not give in to the devil’s temptations.

Even Jesus was tempted by the devil but ignored the three temptations which were almost convincing (Matthew 4:11). The devil hides and lives on those people whose faith is not genuine. These are the ones you see in church oftentimes but do not live what their mouth says. Relating to the Parable of the Sower and the Seed (Matthew 13:1-23), these people are likened to the seeds which fell upon the thorns. In short, their faith is just a complete show-off to other people and there are a lot of personal interests which dwell deep within their subconscious.

But human as we are, sometimes we let the devil overpower our love for God. It is our love for God which causes us to serve Him without any reservation. Yet as we go deeper and contemplate, we are reminded that gold is tested on fire in order to prove its worth. Another anecdote which could be associated with tests is that of the teabag. A teabag cannot be extracted of its true flavor unless put into hot water.

The hardest part of serving God is when people look down, step on your rights, and at times, underestimate your capacity. But in the end, you will realize that the Spirit is present in your life as you would not do anything bad against these people who mistreat you. You are silenced, humbled and thus allow yourself to be given some destructive remarks which are seemingly thoughtless and unnecessary. Being silent would mean complete humility and like Jesus you may say:” Father, forgive them for they do not know what they are doing (Luke 23:34).”

In serving God, you would need to swallow all the hurts and pains and do continue with what you do for His greater glory. For if you quit, the devil will laugh at you for he has won on the test he has given. Pride is of the human instinct but when you think of the fact that you are more of a spiritual being, you just need to learn the art of swallowing your own pride and mind not of your ego.

        The Hosanna Choir of IFI-Ayungon, my other choir aside from the
 IFI Choristers (IFI-Tayasan)and the Tayasan Central School Children's
                                 Choir (school-based choir).

In my five years of a choir director and  almost two decades as a church worker, I have encountered so many people who have insulted me, gave reckless comments and some even showed rude acts but after all those, I realized that I had to be firm in my faith. I normally lift everything up to God for I know He is a God of Justice.

 

 

 

But on the part of forgiving these people, I have to confess that it would take a long time for me to do such act. I pray that God will soon grant me the gift to forgive those who have caused me some pain.

As I continue serving God, I will not mind those intimidating factors which surround lest, I will be like a horse always looking upfront. It is God’s guidance and loving presence which keeps me going and helps me to persevere in working for His Greater Glory.

The Risen Lord Chorale, my one year choir here in IFI-Davao.These talented young people are the chosen ones who would later take the music mission on their own soon.

With the music mission I am now into, I am happy to hear people who have been inspired through our songs and music. I will keep the fire of service burning and unwavering throughout all the years of my life as God’s chosen court musician.

 

 

 

I am superbly thankful to the people and groups did not only prepare me for the music mission, but also these individuals and circles of people have given me the enough supply of faith and courage as I journey the path of service - “road less taken.”

From the Saint Louis School – Don Bosco Music Ministry, to the Ave Maria Guild (Dumaguete Redemptorist Parish), to the Mary Immaculate Choristers (Mary Immaculate Parish), and lastly to the world renowned Silliman University Campus Choristers (now Silliman University Gratitude and Goodwill Ambassadors), these training groups were heaven sent and did prepare me for the great mission God has called me to do.

The Silliman University Campus Choristers, the official choir of 
Silliman University, taking a pose with our Director, Dr. Susan
Vista-Suarez after a performance.

Mentors like Stanley Asignar, a former Salesian brother who filled me with his encouragements, Carl Jason Villegas, my high school classmate and pianist, Fr. Rae Enecio, SDB (my piano teacher), Absalon Boladola, my high school music teacher, Melanie Boladola-Galera, my friend and choir teacher, and lastly to Dr. Susan Vista-Suarez of the Silliman University College of Performing and Visual Arts, who was my great inspiration and in forming groups and in playing the music from the workings of the Spirit.

As I recall, I can say that the Great God and my ever-artistic Director has prepared me to take on a mission of spreading His Word through Music. But along with those preparations, are a full pack of lessons and encouraging words which I would need during the journey.

This picture shows the members of the Ave Maria Guild at the

background and me playing the organ at the Redemptorist Parish

 in Dumaguete. Here is where I grew up to be a church musician.

Letter to a Father

To my dearest Papa, Daddy, Tatay,

I may not thank you always for the things you have painstakingly done in my life and for the sacrifice you have done for my own sake. You have not just taken me as your responsibility but you have made it an eternal commitment to take concern after my needs and my welfare as a whole.

But I am thankful for this day solely dedicated to you that I have the chance to say: “Thank You!”

A million thanks to my great protector and my silent knight in shining armor!

Pa, Dad, Tay, I may never be the best child you may have in this lifetime but I will try to be one who you can call your own and you can be proud of. I will do my best to be like you as you are my idol, my hero, my provider, taking after your steps as what you have done in our family.

Soon, I will leave our home and build my own but it is your fatherly love and mom’s motherly affection I will take and cherish forever in my heart.

I cannot repay what you have done in my life but one thing I promise is to take care of my future family like you did.

I would never tire to tell my children in the years to come that you have raised me well and that, your unconditional love has made me what I am today.

I am so proud to have you as my father. If given the chance to live again and choose a father. I’d search for you and pick you up for I know you are the best for me. God gave you to me because you are perfect for me.

Thank you! I love you!

You are the greatest and the most admirable Papa, Daddy, Tatay!

Happy Father’s Day!

Real Life Superheroes

As a child, we grew up with the fantasies of becoming a superhero and more than that, we have chosen a character to idolize for their amazing powers. Not too long, we’ve got into the Avenger’s craze.

But as we grow up, have we realized that there are genuine superheroes that are making our lives more comfortable as of now? Do not look far; she’s your mom.

Remember the first time, you stumbled off the road and got some bruises? Who was the first to give a hug and rescue you from the pain you were faced? It was that Supermom who whispered some words into your ear saying: “Stop crying, mom is here.”

She made you into an energetic superhero in the making as she prepares you a sumptuous breakfast before going to a holistic battle at school. When you felt like quitting school, she had the strongest words of encouragement in order to lift you up from your disappointments. 

Supermoms would leave their problems behind and prioritize their child’s concerns. Her selflessness is immeasurable at all times. Her unselfish act began when she carried her child for nine long months which were filled with discomfort and sacrifice. As children, the first reason we should thank about our mother was the act of almost losing her life upon childbirth.  

Mothers always share the pains, joys, failures and successes of their children. But as children, have we made a step further to make our Supermoms happy? Even once, have we asked of their problems?

It is not only on Mother’s Day that we should honor our very energetic, powerful and beautiful moms. Let’s make it a habit to thank them once in a while even for little favors they do for us.

At times when we mumble and ask why a mother acts so overprotective over her child, just keep in mind how great a sacrifice she made just to make you see the light of day.

Love for our mothers can be easily expressed through words but it could be more profound and touching when we do it through actions. Happy Mother’s Day to all Supermoms!

Point and Shoot: The Photography Class Experience

I love taking photos but not learning its intricacies and all the more, the principles behind it. I knew only a little knowledge about photojournalism but had no idea with what they call plainly as Photography.

Until came Communication 63, a subject which appeared on my enrollment list during my last semester in college. All of my colleagues had some interests on the subject and here was I with not so much interest and not knowing any basics of it.

Our first output was to come up with a sunrise photo. Of course, the output implies a good start for us and I had the chance to take a beautiful Dumaguete sunrise along the Rizal Boulevard at 5 in the morning. 

Yet, I had the courage to learn new things on that final semester. I listened to the instructor, took notes, practiced frequently on how to do with the settings with a camera(digital/point and shoot) so that the image would appear good. 

Here is a series of Journals I wrote in the past (Photography Class Requirement): 

Journal# 1 in Photography  

Photography Class this semester is a chance to know what this medium is all about. The class started with a symbolic sunrise picture and with a new instructor, I expect that new ideas and new knowledge discoveries would come alive as the semester goes. I haven't really thought of photography but why not? Since this is also a part of the media that I will probably work on in the future or if not, I can use it for some occasions and whatever knowledge I may acquire on this field, I could probably share it with my peers and to people I may meet along the way.

Journal# 2 in Photography  

In the first lesson we have taken, I've realized that usually the first steps in taking photos are usually in the family and of course through school requirements. Photography is all about lights and if there is none, the image may seem not to be clear. A small amount of light can do a big difference in the case of photos. 

We also brainstormed about our own understanding about photography and I never hesitated to answer that for me, it is the art of taking pictures. I have also got from Sir Clee that when the image is flashed, different perspectives or points of view may arise from the audience as well as the meaning that is implied. 

Journal# 3 in Photography  

Sir Clee explained how the camera did evolve to its present form and that it came from the camera obscura, the crude form of a camera but it was first used by painters to view their subject but the image they would see was the reverse of the actual. 

Just before any work is to be done, we are told how to handle our cameras. Pointing the lens to the sun is a no no for it will destroy the lens and also the camera should not be exposed to humidity and to water. We were also taught how to shoot and the dos and donts of the shoot. 

Because most of us use digital cameras, we were also taught how to use it and how to shoot using the kind of camera and it just needs some good adjustments to have a better output. 

Journal# 4 in Photography 

I think an important and one of the best things I learned about photography is knowing what is white balance and how to adjust it in the camera. It really helped me in coming up with better photos in the given requirements by the instructor. 

I've learned how to adjust from fluorescent lighting to incandescent when in indoor and from sunny to cloudy in the outdoor shoots. 

Aside from it, I also learned about how to take a subject and who to have a good composition. The rule of thirds is always a favorite learning for me. It gives me a sense of knowing how to shoot in the manner a pro does through this principle. But the hard thing is application. I need to practice more to enhance the skill.

Journal# 5 in Photography

For me, one of the hardest lessons that we have taken up is coming up with the experimental exposure. 
I still have to search up on the net on how to adjust because I have the difficulty in adjusting the camera in the locations that I have to shoot in. 

The light conditions, the shutter speed and the aperture and how it is to be dealt with are my next to be learned principles in photography. 

 Journal# 6 in Photography

It is interesting to know that what is supposed to be an error made by capturing not sharp images can be controlled by adjusting the camera presets and made to be a diversion from the art of photography’s status quo.

Blur as it is called Bokeh can be manipulated by adjusting the ISO-Aperture-Speed of the camera.

On that meeting, the different kinds of lenses were discussed briefly namely; auto focus, wide angle, and prime which was a fixed lens. Along with the lenses, Aperture was also discussed. From then on, I understood what it is as the size of the opening the lens.

Since one of the next outputs will be decisive moment, the class was told of tips how to capture one. I learned that a photographer must keep his eyes open when events occur as it is and be ready to capture the desired output.

Journal# 7 in Photography

ISO-Aperture-Shutter Speed relation was further discussed in detail for us to know the importance of adjusting these components in order to achieve a good output.

I learned that when you want to capture a sharp photo, an adjustment should be made in the shutter speed, ISO and Aperture and it also depends on the light conditions. Whenever I get hold of a camera, I would try to adjust it based on the Exposure.

Journal# 8 in Photography

Since our course has a demand of journalism and not mere photography so we were taught of the principles of photojournalism as gives life to a news item in news item whether in print or in TV broadcast.  The photo should possess the same ingredients that of a news story. 

Photojournalism is a risky job for media people as they would be faced in the exact situation when a phenomenon occurs. I also did not notice if our instructor did not tell the class that weddings  today are shot in the photojournalism manner.

He also informed us of what are the beginnings of photojournalism and that there was this point in history of USA when only three photos of the “Great Depression” made a big impact to the world. I learned that a picture can tell it all as long as it has a story content, even without letters, it could convey a story for itself.

Journal# 9 in Photography

Black and white photography was discussed and from it, we saw pictures and affirmed our amazement to it but I was also threatened by it because of my love for colors. But it was really different to see photos in black and white.

Our instructor also discussed the Reduction Theory and from it, I took my technique of capturing what I would like as an output for the exhibit, that before shooting, a conceptualization should be made. And with the process is editing and I also learned for the first time how to edit a photo in Adobe. I was really not interested in photography but now, I found it essential because I am fond of keeping a memorabilia and one way to come up with one, is through photos.

Journal# 10 in Photography 

Black and white photography was discussed in a more thorough way and there were more insights shared by our instructor. The number one commandment towards the capturing of pictures is go for the crisp ones or the sharp ones so that I would be easier for the photo to be converted to black and white and the output would be desirable.

He also said that black and white would change the perspective of a photographer and the eye for detail would be needed. I was struck by the quote: “The devil is in the details.”

Journal# 11 in Photography 

Many photos in black and white were again shown and tips were given on the editing and coming up with the pictures for the exhibit but I did not have any topic yet at that time.  

He also discussed the truth in photography and that the world is vanishing and that documenting through photos is one way of preserving the past. From this concept, the topic comes from or should I say the central theme of our upcoming exhibit.

Journal# 12 in Photography

It was the day of our proposal and I had two preferences: the “mataderos” of the public market or the Dumaguete Catholic Life. I also had the passion for covering the religious side of the Dumaguete populace who still at present are true to their faith in God as they make it a routine to visit a church or light a candle in the belfry. The “matederos” also have a unique  life worthy to be captured and that they live to kill these animals for the people to have meat to be bought.

Journal# 13 in Photography 

The Photo Walk was one of the most unforgettable moments in my student life at Silliman and though I did bring just a point and shoot, I was still happy of the photos I captured and it was really Dumaguete.

The experience of an early morning photo walk was for me a worthwhile experience to be remembered. The walk itself and the places we have covered were also significant and the people who have witnessed the endeavor kept on asking us what we were doing and they were glad to hear that it was a class requirement and smiles also were painted into their faces.

Journal# 14 in Photography 

I was one of the last people to pass the photos for the exhibit and I really tried my best to come up with photos with photos around the theme religious/catholic life of Dumaguete.

I woke up at three in the morning of Wednesday, August 18, 2010 to shoot the events at the Cathedral Church everyday and I was the first one there to arrive just in time for the opening of the church. I prayed that I will be guided to capture some moments of people’s religiosity evident in it. I moved form the church to the belfry and vice versa until seven in the morning. After the camera went out of battery power, I went home.

The next day, our instructor approved three of my photos which incidentally were intertwined in the theme I just proposed. Maybe it was just luck or maybe  God’s providence to come up with a picture of a praying pregnant mother, little boy touching Virgin Mary’s image and an old man praying in front of the Sto. Niño. It was a representation of  a family of faith and that is Dumaguete.

I immediately post-processed my photos with the help of some classmates on one photo and I then passed it to our instructor. I then brought the photos for data storage at OK Photo Supply and test printed it.

Journal# 15 in Photography

The preparation for the exhibit at Hotel Palwa  was one of the very happy moments in photography class. The joke was on Ms. Maputi who called our instructor, Mr. Clee Tan instead of his family name, Villasor. We were there to mount our photos in the illustration boards.

At midnight, it was Kring’s birthday and I was singing the weirdest birthday song the world has ever heard and that was in the tune of an old Marian song Immaculate Mother. (Sorry for the blasphemous act). But nonetheless it made the night for us as the people around me were almost dead to pressures of the upcoming event and their laughter was at least a remedy to ease their burdens of the mind and body.

Journal# 16 in Photography 

It was one of the simplest openings I witnessed and yet it took the attention of the people of the library.

The ceremony itself was quick and I was just amazed that I was part of the exhibit though I admit,

my pictures are not so good but at least I tried my best out of it.

Dean Genove was there in full support and her speech was again a voacbulary check exam. It really made my nose bleed at times. JOke! I just admire her feature writing prowess.

The Cafeteria snacks made my day because they were so irresponsible in turning over the snacks for the event and I was really pissed

off and out of my hungry stomache, I gumbled in anger to the chicken heads. GRR! I went home ahead.

The Photo Walk and the Photo Exhibit at Robinson's Place (Dumaguete)

 Pose with classmates, Czarina Lea Morado and Sun Mei Lee at Robinson's Place Dumaguete during the Exhibit Opening. 

These were my exhibit photos reflecting the religious life of the people who live in Dumaguete: from the mother's womb, to childhood then to their adult years. My photos main title was "The Transcendent Faith" 

The next photos I will be featuring are part of my final output for the semester. It was a magazine of my printed photos. 

Its concept came from a photographer friend. I wanted to create memories of my school, Silliman and Dumaguete before I leave its abodes.