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In you, O Lord, do I take refuge;

let me never be put to shame;

in your righteousness deliver me!

Incline your ear to me;

rescue me speedily!

Be a rock of refuge for me,

a strong fortress to save me!

For you are my rock and my fortress;

and for your name's sake you lead me and guide me;

you take me out of the net they have hidden for me,

for you are my refuge.

Into your hand I commit my spirit;

you have redeemed me, O Lord, faithful God.

(Psalm 31:1-5)

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Holy Week 2013: Palm Sunday

 

The first day of the Holy Week begins on Palm Sunday. On this day, we remember the Health Care Professionals in our prayer. 

They are the doctors, nurses, nursing aides, medical technologists, laboratory technicians, educators, health advocates and other members of the health care team who have dedicated their time and effort to provide care to different kinds of people. They work hard to empower people during times of sickness and weakness.

Filipino health professionals are employed almost everywhere around the world. They made a tremendous sacrifice to leave their loved ones behind to find prosperity and a better career pathway abroad. We pray for their safety, good health, and comfort.

As they welcome every first born, let us pray that that they too will feel welcomed in the hearts of the people they are taking care of, and that the world will provide them with a more secured and just working environment.

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Iloilo's Bet for BB. Pilipinas 2013

By Pepin

Armed with natural beauty and grace, Bencelle "Bence" Espino Bianzon is all set to compete in the most prestigious beauty pageant in the country, the Binibining Pilipinas 2013. 

This 23-year old stunner is a native of Duenas, Iloilo and has been doing ramp and print modelling for years.  Her confidence and unwavering determination to win one of the coveted crowns is the best weapon she is bringing with her when she performs on stage.

Bence prepared herself holistically for the pageant. She hit the gym regularly and polished her catwalk well. She will be wearing the creation of Don Cristobal for her national costume.

Binibining Pilipinas is celebrating its 50th Anniversary, and will be choosing winners that will represent the country in the Miss Universe, Miss International, and Miss Tourism Queen International pageants.

Announcement:

68th Anniversary of the 

Liberation of Panay

By Pepin

Panay Liberation Marker at Tigbauan (Photo credit to Pbase.com)

March 18 will be a non-working holiday in Panay Region as the country commemorates the victorious quest of Panayanons during the World War II. 

As per tradition, there will be a formal ceremony to honour war veterans and brave soldiers who died in battle. This will include a laying of wreath on a monument built for unknown soldiers at Balantang Memorial Cemetary National Shrine in Baranggay Quintin Salas, Jaro, Iloilo City.

 Balantang Memorial Cemetery National Shrine in Brgy. Quintin Salas, Jaro, Iloilo City

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Balantang Memorial Cemetery National Shrine in Brgy. Quintin Salas, Jaro, Iloilo City

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Health Update:

A dose of Laughter

By Pepin

Not a common quote but "Laughter can be hazardous to your illness."

Laughing can do a lot of wonders in your health, and according to research studies a good laugh:

Can make your blood pressure drop
Enhances brain function
Reduces stress
Increases muscle flexibility
Releases endorphins, the so-called "natural pain-killers"
Improves heart health
Increases the rate of recovery from illness
Enforces cells that combat infections
Relaxes the thought and extreme emotions

So try laughing so hard 'coz you might be laughing your way for a better health.

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A Pink Heaven

By Pepin

Photo Credit to Pink Sisters FB page

The Pink Sisters Convent is one of the major attractions in the province of Aklan.

Everything here is pink - from the color of the altar to the habit that the nuns wear. You will surely be astonished on how the color of joy dominates the place. 

Located in the Municipality of New Washington, Saint Joseph's Convent of Perpetual Adoration, as it is formally called, has been on the spot list of every tourist.

Though the ambiance is generally solemn and prayer sessions and masses are frequently held, many people flock the place more so to witness how nuns have been living in pink.  

The Great Summer Escape 10:

Experience freshness at 

Igpasugaw Falls

By Pepin

Photo Credit to Panoramio.com

Water relief! 

The Municipality of Sebaste in the Province of Antique takes pride on a famous tourist destination, the Igpasugaw Falls, which is located approximately three kilometers from the national highway. 

During rainy season, the water flows down a massive rock formation creating a heavy bubbling sound as it reaches the bottom. The uninterrupted rhythm is so relaxing and calming that it refreshes the mind and body. 

A perfect spot to hang out during summer, Igpasugw falls offers worthwhile experience for anyone who visits the place.

Announcement:

Happy Women's Day

A strong woman stands up for herself.

A stronger woman stands up for everyone else.

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Visita Inglesia in Iloilo

 

by Pepin

Visita Inglesia is a common tradition of the Catholics in the Philippines during the season of lent. It is a practice wherein people go to different churches to pray the station of the cross on Good Friday.

Many would usually tag it as "church-hopping", but this tradition is not a "come and go" activity, but a spiritual endeavor to experience the Passion of Christ. 

Iloilo Province  is home to some of the world's oldest, but well-preserve churches. Though a lot of people get to see these magnificent architectures during Visita Inglesia, the solemn atmosphere inside these infrastructures are maintained and encouraged during lent so that the purpose of the visit will not deviate from the real meaning of the season.

Some churches to visit in Iloilo are:

1.       San Joaquin  Church – Municipality of San Joaquin

2.       Santo Tomas de Villanueva Church – Municipality of Miagao

3.       Parish of St. Agustin – Municipality of Dumangas

4.       St. John the Baptist Church – Municipality of Dingle

5.       National Shrine of Our Lady of the Candles – District of Jaro, Iloilo City

6.       St. Catherine of Alexandria Parish – Municipality of Leon

7.       St. Anne Parish – District of Molo, Iloilo City

8.       St. Joseph de Sahagun Church – Tigbauan

9.       St. Nicholas de Tolentino Church – Municipality of Guimbal

10.   Sta. Barbara Church – Municipality of Sta. Barbara

11.  Sta. Monica Parish – Municipality of Pavia

Announcement:

Children's Day 2013

Panay Mud Pie joins the world in celebrating Children's Day.

March 3, 2013  

May every child have the right to be born

May every child have the chance to learn and play

May every child receive what they need to be well and grow strong

May every child live in safety

May every child matters to you

May every child know they are welcomed and loved.