Congratulations to Miss Maria Venus Raj of Philippines!!! You may get negative comments about the outcome of the Q & A, but do not mind them. You did a great job, the best you could and made the nation (Philippines) proud. You showed the world once again, that our (Filipina / Pinoy) intelligence, beauties and confidence are not left behind. This is the second time (1st was Miriam Quiambao) that I saw a Pinay that have a win-win attitude, saying “akin dapat ang korona”… Again, Congratulations and to those who are throwing bad comments on her, please stop, let us not be so harsh on her. The thing she did was not that easy and we should all be proud because out of 84 countries, Miss Philippines is on 5th slot. Good day everyone!!!
Mabuhay ka Venus! Mabuhay ang Pilipinas!
Lyca
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Me and the whole nation (Philippines) says our sorry for
all the victims of the last nights hostage event. I know
this would not bring your love ones back but we are
hoping that you would not judge us, our country, our
country men by the turn of event that happened last
night. We all know that people are the same wherever we
go, there's good and bad everywhere, even in other
countries or in your country. Please do not judge us.
Again, we are so sorry.
=======> From Yahoo Philippines news:
=======> In an attempt to inform the world of the good things
about Philippines following Monday’s hostage crisis, 15-
year-old Reigno Jose Dilao writes a letter to the world.
======> Dilao, a 4th year student of Samar National High School, posted the letter at CNN’s iReport site Monday at around 10:00 P.M. after the hostage crisis ended leaving at least 10 people dead, including the gunman.
======> Here’s a copy of the letter posted on CNN iReport with Reigno Jose Dilao’s permission:
=====> As you are reading this letter, I bet that you have seen/heard about what happened earlier in our country.
=====> Tourists were hostages of a policeman here, Rolando Mendoza. After a few hours of the horrible crime, some of the victims were dead including the hostage-taker.
======> I wrote this letter not just to apologize but also to let everyone know that we Filipinos are not all like Mendoza. We are loving and good-hearted people.
======> For so many years, our country has been standing tall and surpassing every dilemma; be it small or big. Years ago (back when I wasn’t born yet), you have watched us fight for what we think is right. We fought for the democracy of our nation.. The EDSA revolution. But that’s just one out of many.
=====> Second. We Filipinos have been serving other countries for our families and we treat you as our own as well. With all due respect, I thank you all for giving us the trust through the years. For helping us to become what we are now.
======> The Philippines is more than just a group of islands. We are a nation of strong and remarkable people. A country of beauty and love known to be hospitable and well-valued. I humbly apologize for what happened tonight. No one in this world would want something like that to happen for life should be valued.
=====> I politely ask the attention of the world. Please do not judge and mistreat us just because of what happened tonight. I have been searching the net and found terrible things. Hong Kong advices to avoid travels here, China and HK bans Filipinos and that Philippines is the worst place to go.
=====> I can’t blame you for what you have decided but I hope that you could understand. Our country is now in a sea of problems. And I know for sure that we helped you in a way or another. Let peace and understanding reign this time.
=====> I know that this letter will just be trash but I wish that you would understand. On behalf of the Philippine population.. WE ARE SORRY.
=====> As a song puts it…: "And I believe that in my life I will see an end to hopelessness, giving-up and suffering. And we all stand together this one time then no one will get left behind. Stand up for life. STAND UP FOR LOVE"
=====> Sincerely yours,
=====> Reigno Jose Dilao
This declaration of love is very sweet. Some people say that Robin is not the loyal type of a guy but like what he said, he courted a girl when he is already single and not in a relationship. I guess that is the best part. They say that he have a sweet tongue that hook girls in his bait but in fairness to him, according to what I saw, he says whatever he sincerely and currently feels at the moment. All that matter is he loves Mariel now. Let’s face the reality that nothing last forever, love may grow or die but true love last a lifetime. I hope that what they felt in their heart is true love.
Kinilig ako dito. I can’t help but dream that someone would also loves me, the way I deserves to be loved. Someone who is not afraid to show the world that he loves and respects me. The best to! Straight from the heart talaga. Who would not be moved into tears when someone gives you so much love without expecting anything in return? Yes or no, it doesn’t matter to him. Kakakilig talaga! Ang haba ng hair ni Mariel.
For my sister Eva, here is the full videos of Somewhere in my heart and Pepper's Roses. Starring Kaye Abad and your love Guji Lorenzana... hahaha... I know we are a bit late for this series, thanks that you tube still have these videos, i find it easy to collect/compile. Here, enjoy!!!
I am inviting everyone to attend the Iglesia Ni Cristo Grand Evangelical Mission (GEM) at the Church / place near you. Join us as we celebrate our 96th Anniversary. Thank you.
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After the mission:
Thanks to those who joined us on celebrating our 96th Anniversary. We hope that this is not the last time that you accept our invitation and I know in some points that your hearts were enlighthened by the teachings but refuses to accept the truth that the bible teaches us. I pray to God that you'll be enlightened and join us in the one true Church - Iglesia Ni Cristo.
Thank you!
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The prayer:
Thank you Lord God, for giving us a good weather today. It has been raining since June and it was raining this afternoon but you showed us the work of your marvelous hands and made the weather fair tonight, for us to celebrate our election and for our visitor to listen to your teachings. Maraming Salamat po Ama!
96th Anniversary of the Iglesia ni Cristo on Tuesday, July 27, 2010
July 26, 2010, 5:08pm
As a young adult, in a period that saw the Filipino nation transiting from more than 300 years of colonial rule, Felix Ysagun Manalo, in search of the truth, drifted from one organization to another. In 1913, he started to preach to whoever would listen. His teachings were embraced by a steadily expanding pool of faithful.
The Iglesia ni Cristo (INC) was formally established on July 27, 1914, within its first chapel in Punta, Santa Ana. Its expansion continued under Minister Manalo and in 1916, he began establishing congregations throughout the country. Even before World War II, the INC had already formed local churches in Mindanao. In 1949, the Iglesia built its first central office and official residence of the Executive Minister on Riverside Street, San Juan, Metro Manila.
The congregation grew from approximately
85,000 in 1936 to 200,000 in 1954. By 1970, the INC had about 500,000 members and was established in almost every province in the Philippines.
In the late 1950s, as Minister Manalo’s health started to fail, his son Eraño de Guzman Manalo began to take on the leadership role under his father’s guidance. When Minister Manalo passed away in 1963, there was no disruption in the church’s activities as his son, popularly called Ka Erdy, took over the duties as Executive Minister.
Shortly after assuming office, Executive Minister Eraño Manalo began to travel to the various congregations, officiating at worship services, and staging religious rallies. Over the next 30 years, the Iglesia established more than 4,000 locals and 100 districts. The Iglesia became the fastest growing church in the Philippines and it expanded to other countries, beginning with the United States. It started operating its own radio station in 1969. Today, the INC has a 24-hour cable television channel.
By 2008, INC had grown to more than 5,000 congregations in the Philippines and more than 600 abroad. The INC now has local congregations in 89 countries and territories, and its members belonging to 102 nationalities and ethnic groups.
With the passing away of its second Executive Minister, the much loved Manalo, on August 31, 2009, the leadership of the church passed on to his son, Eduardo V. Manalo, who had served as Deputy Executive Minister.
We congratulate the Iglesia ni Cristo led by Executive Minister Eduardo V. Manalo, its leaders and faithful, on the occasion of their 96th Anniversary Tuesday, July 27, 2010. We wish them all the best and success in all their endeavors.
From LIWAYWAY
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INC celebrates 96th founding anniversary
By Herbert P. Mapiles
THE brethrens of the Iglesia Ni Cristo (INC) all over the world commemorated the 96th founding anniversary of the Church in the Philippines Tuesday.
INC ecclesiastical districts celebrated the event with Grand Evangelical Missions, Bible expositions, programs commemorating the growth of the church and its social contribution in the Philippines and the world.
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In Pampanga, evangelical missions were held simultaneously in Bren Z. Guiao Convention Center and in locales of Arayat, San Fernando and Angeles. The brethren invited non-church members to attend and witness how far the church had gone.
In a span of 96 years from July 27, 1914 to July 27, 2010, the INC has reached more than 100 countries and territories.
Recently, it has opened two other ecclesiastical districts in Canada and main office in Europe. With this, local officials from the provincial down to the municipal level sent greetings to all the brethren in the Ecclesiastical District of Pampanga -- the eldest district of the Church on the occasion of its 96th founding Anniversary.
It can be recalled that a handful of faithful brethren began to form a small group of Church followers in 1918. Subsequently in 1924, they have successfully established the first district of the Church in Pampanga through the leadership of Brother Felix Ysagun Manalo, God’s messenger in these last days. Despite the innumerable odds and trying difficulties, they bravely continued their mission to propagate the words of God.
The Church ministers led by then Brother Felix, Brother Eraño G. Manalo and now Brother Eduardo V. Manalo have tirelessly fulfilled the divine mission of propagating the gospel and administering the Church through unselfish effort and dedication.
The Iglesia Ni Cristo in Pampanga reached the glorious stature under the leadership of Brother Eduardo and its District Supervising Minister Agrielio De Lazo, resident ministers, Church workers and officers.
With all the remarkable achievements of INC, the brethren in the locale of Candaba led by Bro. Jess Felipe believed that the brethren have all the reasons to rejoice its 96th founding anniversary.
Meanwhile, it can also be noted that by virtue of Republic Act 9645 signed into law by former President Gloria Macapagal Arroyo on June 12, 2009, “July 27 of every year is hereby declared as a special national working holiday in commemoration of the founding anniversary of the INC in the Philippines.”
The said law recognizes INC’s exemplary feat of leading its members towards spiritual enlightenment and good citizenry.
Arroyo declared July 27 of every year as “Iglesia Ni Cristo Day” to enable millions of INC followers in the Philippines and in more than 100 countries and territories around the globe to observe the occasion with fitting solemnity.
Published in the Sun.Star Pampanga newspaper on July 28, 2010.
Sometimes I am tired living my life. Too bored and too exhausted but there is no enough reason for me to give up. I wanna keep going with my wonderful journey.
It is good to live, to laugh, to cry, to love and beloved in return.
"Life is a road that I wanna keep going on
Love is a river, I wanna keep going"
I am was one of those who watched this movie on the cinema on the first day of showing and honestly, I am not satisfied, not because the movie is not good, it is indeed good but I find some pictures from book were missing, plus the fact that I want to watch the last episode, which is the breaking dawn. I hope they will release the breaking dawn this year, I cannot wait longer… hahaha… For the film, it is still a good job and a nice one and I am sure breaking dawn will be a big hit too. Can't wait na talaga:
I guess, I have JAMLI fever now… hahaha… I miss them (James and Ann Li), I miss Kuya and I miss the house. I am still puzzled how James Reid got the big place and how Ann Li didn’t get it to the big six list. I did not notice first that these two were getting even and the romance was in the house of big brother.
I got curious when Ann Li got evicted and the people were shouting JAMLI. When I browse the net, Hay!!! They have many moments pala talaga and they are nakakakilig. It’s been long time since I am in love. I find it hard to fall in love now and looking at JAMLI love team, make me in love again. They never said that they love each other but like one quote says: “Action will remove the doubts that theory cannot solve”. It is indeed love they felt for each other and proven that action really speaks louder than words.
Watch these two videos, these were taken after Ann Li leave the house of Kuya and James confessed that he missed Ann Li and the confession moved Ann Li to tears. Who would not cry when you find out that you are missed and loved by someone special? I love these videos. Thanks to JAMLI fanatics for posting these videos. Love it!
Enjoy!!!
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Other links:
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-KmezwC7MMc&feature=related – panunukso ni bret kina Ann & James
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LZu2MSTRWrQ&feature=related – james comforting Ann
I am simple but I can rock your world. 1.) Personality: quiet and shy 2.) Dream: to make my dreams come true 2a) Specialties: ummm… singing.. hahaha 3.) Hobbies: drawing, singing, watching television, writing, listening musics, blogging… 4.) My idol: good hearted people... 5.) Celebrities you likes: too many to mention… 6.) Fav Flower: orchid and roses (white rose) 7.) I want to go out with this kind of person: funny, witty… a person who knows when to talk and when to shut up… 8.) Fav. Fruit: unripe manggo, pear… mostly sour fruits… 9.) People you don't like: Someone who thinks they can do everything, mga mayayabang… 10.) Fav comic book: none 11.) What I worried about: everything about my life, family, lovelife and faith 12.) Sleeping out: what? sometimes, with my girl friends... 13.) Alcohol tolerance: I don`t drink… that’s bad for my health.. for everybody’s health 14.) First love: hahahha… that’s my biggest secret… 15.) Someone I respect: parents and God… I hope … 16.) Sport I’m good at: I’m not a sports minded person, but I play badminton and volleyball sometimes… 17.) Fav song: I have too many… "Panaginip lamang" of Piolo Pascual, I guess it describe the status and story of my lovelife.. 18) When I look the best: always… hahahha… joke... I always look my best when I'm clean and well groom.. 19.) Person I liked the best out of all the people I gone out with: too many, most of them are my family and friends 20.) Fav number: 3, 6 and 9 21.) Prized Possession: my family and friends 22.) Lowest ranking: what do you mean?.. when I was in HS I was in top 10 student list and being 10 was lowest honor rank that time... 23.) What I think when looking in the mirror: Gosh!!!! I am so gorgeous!!! hehehe 24.) Fav color: light/baby pink, light/sky/baby blue, yellowgreen, white and black… 25.) Good thing about myself: is that I am trying to be good even though others are bad to me… 26.) Bad thing about myself: is that I am not perfect and do bad things sometimes… 27.) On a rainy day: I want to go outside and get wet just like on my childhood days... 28.) Things I cook well: noodles.. wahahahha… I guess, MONGGO, sinigang and adobo.. filipino food… 29.) Something I want to do right now: to love, be loved and be alive... 30.) Foreign language I’m good at: english only and I guess I'm not that good... hehehe 31.) Something I want to do with the person I love: love him with all my heart… 32.) A present I want to give to the person I love: love and more love 33.) Things I want: presents, surprises… and many more… 34.) If you met a boyfriend from the past: huh?!!! nothing matters, he’s a past and that’s all he ever be… my past! 35.) A present I want to receive from the person I love: Love and more love!!!! yehey!!! 36.) If you found 1 million dollars on the road: impossible!!! I don’t know yet! 37.) Habits: touching my nose and flicking my hair… 38.) Sleeping habits: hugging the person I’m with… 39.) What I wearing as of now: nothing, I'm nude… joke.. dress... 40.) I want to die when: when I accomplished everything I want or when I’m over 80 years old… 41.) Something I want to do right now: sleep and rest for a while… 42.) How many times have you received flowers from a person of the opposite gender: many times… can't count the times 43.) Where I want surgery: I don’t wanna have surgery… I still like the way I look and the way I feel… 44.) My charm: my innocence… hahaha ngek!!! 45.) What people think of me: easy to please and approachable… 46.) Someone I say a lot: my officemates… I tell some story about them to my parents and sisters… 47.) What I'm scared of: God, height and death… 48.) When I was most hurt: when being rejected and back fight 49.) When I feel the happiest: when being loved 50.) What I do when I'm scared: pray, there’s immeasurable power in it… 51.) Have you given chocolates to someone for valentines day: no.. they are giving me, every valentines.. hahaha 52.) What I do when I stressed: I listen to music with mellow/relaxing sound and I pray... 53.) What I like to eat when I drink: food like rice and pastries.. haha 54.) What I do when I’m mad: I cry…. Sometimes yell… but trying to think straight 55.) Things I can't eat: exotic food.. like snakes, dogs, frog meats.. ewww... 56.) Something I want to learn: everything… my goal is to become talented.. hehehe 57.) What I do when there is someone I don't like: I just ignore them.. as long as they don't do bad things at me.. 58.) When I was the happiest in my life: my life hasn’t ended yet, so, I can’t tell and when I'm already dead, I just can’t tell it… hehehe.. the irony… 59.) What I think of money: can make someone rich or make someone evil, It doesn't grow on trees, you have to work to have it... 60.) If the person you love ended up loving someone else: we’re not meant to be, I will let him go. Maybe there’s something that he don’t like at me or maybe he don’t love me that much coz he never stay. 61.) Most recent time I cried: I always cry… cry for the love I am receiving and for the love I lost... 62.) Sunshine or Moonlight: Moonlight, it's so romantic..right? 63.) First kiss: on cheeks? When I was a baby … but my lips - reserve for the one that GOD has prepared for me. 64.) If someone you broke up with wanted to get back: I’ll think about it many times… coz relationship is like a broken glass, it is better to leave it broken than to fix it together and hurt yourself... 65.) Favorite person of a different race I like: yuki but we don’t have communications lately… 66.) My most favorite thing I own: my collections (stamps, photos, stationery, qoutation book) 67.) How long I can wait for someone: as long as my heart have the strength to accept someone who doesn’t love me back. 68.) When I am most disappointed: those times when someone talking bad things on my back. 69.) Fav animals: puppies/dogs 70.) Fav. Season: Summer... 71.) Most memorable date: January 26… ehem!!! 72.) What I look at when I look at someone of the other gender: their eyes… coz what the heart hides, the eyes confides.. 73.) Love is: not blind, it sees more but because it sees more that it is willing to see less… 74.) When I know the person I love has changed: it’s not important, all that matter is : we continue to love a changed person… 75.) What I don't like when I'm going out with someone: when he is too proud coz I'am with him.. hahaha, joke... when I am the one who waits for too long (date) 76.) What I do like in a guy: witty, loves to laugh, smart, thoughtful and kind 77.) Fav movie: a walk to remember, walk in the clouds, sweet november, the notebook, titanic, 51st date, wedding singer etc… too many to mentions 78.) A good date: a good date is someone who will take you everywhere without touching anything but your heart. 79.) Food I eat: delicious food.. hahaha and food like pasta and pizzas.. 80.) My quote: "God has greater plans for me, than I for myself" 81.) If my friend like/love my boyfriend: I'll be proud because someone's dream is my reality… 82.) Sexiest woman: for me, pregnant women are sexy no matter how big they look. 83.) Sexiest man: responsible men in actions and in words. 84.) Motto: I don't believe that we can do all things or things that other people can do. We all have our own talents/skills, we have different level of IQ. We are unique person. It's for us to nourish and discover our own hidden talents. 85.) Things I want the world to know: They wonder why I have no boyfriend since birth and why am still single up until now. I am not a choosy person it's just that maybe I haven't found the right guy yet. For me, it's not good for a girl to be with many guys before she marry the right one. Maybe 2 or 3 can do.. hehehe. I am reserve for the special guy only. 86.) Four things you want to accomplish before you die: 1) to be a GIRLFRIEND 2) to be a WIFE 3) to be a MOTHER and 4) to be a GRANDMOTHER.. after that, I can die.. hehehe
"charm is deceitful and beauty is passing, but the woman who fears the Lord, she shall be praised"
~prov. 31:30
'ang aking pinakananais at inaasahan ay wag akong magkulang sa aking tungkulin, kundi ang magkaroon ako ng lakas ng loob sa lahat ng panahon, upang sa mabuhay o mamatay mabigyan ko ng karangalan si Cristo'
~Filipos 1:20
