Spirit of Peace and Unity Catholic Community

"Till Death Do Us Part"

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Marriage is one of the sacraments of the living. The sacramental grace it brings benefits both the man and the woman united in the nuptial bond in order that they may nourish each other in mutual love and fidelity. Likewise, their offspring enjoys it as the grace of the sacrament is generally for the well-being of the entire family through the spouses blessed by the Lord.

Marriage brings together two parties in an exclusive contract. By the exchange of "I do's" the man and the woman bind themselves to each other for the rest of their life together. Accordingly, the bond of marriage continues to exist for as long as both spouses are living. When anyone of them is gone, the bond is broken. As a result, the surviving spouse becomes free to marry again, if he or she wishes so.

The phrase "till death do us part" points to the legal termination of the marriage contract. But does death completely end the relationship of the spouses? As a sacrament, that is, a sign, marriage reflects the love of Christ for His Church. Jesus loves the Church, His Bride, without interruption, giving up His life for it in the process. In the sacramental sense, the marital love of the spouses for each other reflects and should reflect the mystical love of Christ for the Church. Ideally, it should go beyond the grave.

Some widows and widowers have chosen to remarry, indubitably not without valid reasons and serious considerations. Remarriage, however, does not necessarily mean forgetting, much less not loving anymore the former spouse. It is hoped that the newly established marital relationship is a prolongation of the former spousal love interrupted by death, that love that reflects Christ's enduring love for His Church.

-Father Winston O. Carrera, OSJ

SPUCC Appeal for Donation for Ondoy and Pepeng Victims

2009-10-21T06:48:00.004+08:00

Dear SPUCC Family and Friends,

The 2 typhoons, Ondoy and Pepeng, brought great devastation to the residents in Metro Manila and Northern Luzon. Many of us and our fellowmen from all walks of life joined hands to help and reach out to our affected brethren. But do we stop here? “Rebuilding” will take a long process – the homes, the livelihood and the emotions that were affected because of lost lives and properties.

Our unfortunate brothers and sisters still need our outpouring love through prayers and donations, in cash or in kind (like food, clothes, towels, blankets, toiletries, slippers, etc.). Please continue to share by bringing your donations to SPU’s Prayer meeting on October 20 and 27 at the 3rd floor Parish Formation Center of Mary, Mother of Good Counsel Parish, Marcelo Green Village, Paranaque City.

Cash donations can also be deposited directly to the account of Spirit of Peace & Unity Foundation, Inc. at Union Bank with C/A number 100800043113.

We appeal to everyone – let us CONTINUE to support one another, to reach out and share, and make greater difference in our lives through unconditional and selfless service to others.

“True joy and happiness is not the smile on your face after a great challenge but it is when you make other people smile because of your selfless giving. No amount is too big or too small; when pooled together, the generous offering will make a ripple in others’ lives.”

Election of SPUCC Council of Leaders

2009-10-19T00:46:00.002+08:00

Dear All,

The present Council has approved the change in the term of office of the Council of Leaders from the previous January-December term to September of current year to August of the following year. This was made to coincide with the founding anniversary of the community (August) in order to address the difficulty of holding the annual planning session towards the end of the year; to ensure continuity of programs all year round; and to be able to schedule the oath-taking of incoming leaders and turn-over ceremonies during the anniversary celebration.

Also approved was the holding of elections of the members of the Council of Leaders for the year 2009-2010. Upon confirmation of the elected members, the Council will immediately elect among themselves the leaders who will occupy the position of Presiding Officer, Vice-Presiding Officer, Treasurer and Secretary.

In this connection, we are now accepting nominations for the Council of Leaders. All active members of the community, chapter and bibliarasal groups are eligible to run for office. Nominated members will be asked to confirm/accept the nomination before they are included in the final list of candidates. Last day of submission of nominations will be on Friday, Oct. 23, 2009 and the elections will be held during the general assembly on Tuesday, Oct. 27, 2009.

We encourage all members of the community, chapter and bibliarasal groups to actively get involved and participate in the good governance of our community. We need representations to the Council from the chapter and bibliarasal groups in order to have a holistic view/approach in the conduct of affairs of the entire community. You can make a bigger difference by sharing your time and talent for the sake of SPUCC.

You can send in your nominations anytime in person, during the Tuesday prayer meeting, through your chapter/bibliarasal leaders, by email, through the SPUCC blogsite, or by text message to any member of the incumbent Council.

Please help in disseminating this information. We are anticipating your very positive response to this worthy endeavor that will help chart the future of SPUCC. Best regards and God bless...

Tito Mike

On behalf of the Council of Elders

Birthday and Wedding Anniversary Celebrators for the month of October

2009-10-09T07:02:00.007+08:00

The Spirit of Peace and Unity Catholic Community

sends prayers, best wishes and blessed greetings
to all the Birthday and Wedding Anniversary celebrators for the month of October!

OCTOBER BIRTHDAY CELEBRATORS

October 1 - Obet Iso
October 5 - Rosalie Cocson
October 8 - Cel Nepomuceno
October 8 - Tonie Siatan
October 8 - Marc Ramirez
October 10, Hams Hamsirani
October 11 - Alex Labao
October 12 - Editha Paraiso
October 14 - Roberto Valdez
October 15 - Rey Malong
October 15 - Jojo Borromeo
October 15 - Tersing Manalili

October 17 - Rita Espina
October 19 - Jing Jacobe

October 20 - Nene Acabo
October 21 - Tess Pestaño
October 25 - Lydia Camia
October 25 - Irene Tan
October 26 - Rainier Porras
October 26 - Nenette Quinonez
October 27 - Linda Lorio
October 27 - Cristy Lapuz
October 28 - Mon Honra
October 30 - Ponso Impang
October 31 - Butch Manalili
October 31 - Michelle Boco

OCTOBER WEDDING ANNIVERSARY CELEBRATORS

October 1 - Totoy & Esther Sta. Ana
October 15 - Mike & June Rodriguez
October 15 - Danny & Lery Pasion
October 15 - Gil & Editha Paraiso
October 18 - Rolly & Babes Camia
October 18 - Tonie & Ophie Siatan
October 25 - Dick & Nadine Hernandez
October 26 - Mario & Melanie Caringal
October 28 - Ronald & Luna Radovan

SPUCC ME Deepening / Team Building Outreaches

2009-10-08T19:13:00.000+08:00

SPUCC recently conducted an outreach 2-day ME Deepening/Team Building workshop for the Marriage Encounter Community of the Holy Family Parishin Olongapo City. It was participated in by about 40 members of the parish community. The first day activities were done at the Parish Formation Center while the second day was held outdoors at a private beach resort. The program was a big success and Team SPU left with a promise of continuing to support the community in the future as part of its outreach mission.

Marriage Encounter Deepening Seminar Outreach

Holy Family Parish, Olongapo City

July 25, 2009

Team Building - Holy Family Parish, Olongapo City

July 26, 2009

Welcome to SPUCC The Spirit of Peace and Unity Catholic Community!

2009-10-06T20:26:00.000+08:00

PRAYER MEETINGS

The Spirit of Peace and Unity Catholic Community (SPUCC)
holds Prayer Meetings every Tuesday 8 PM - 10 PM
at the 3rd floor Parish Formation Center
of Mary Mother of Good Counsel Parish
in Marcelo Green Village, Parañaque CIty.
You are all welcome to join us!

THE EVOLUTION OF SPUCC

IN THE BEGINNING...

It was in May 1998 when a group of encountered couples from the Servants of the Holy Spirit Catholic Community based in Quezon City conducted household meetings in Parañaque and conceptualized the idea of forming a chapter for members coming from South of Metro Manila, in their desire to pursue their spiritual journey.

After two months of household meetings and soul searching, the group's first prayer meeting was held at the Chapel of the Our Lady of Peace Parish in Sucat, Parañaque followed by the celebration of the first Thanksgiving Mass. Thereafter, the group started meeting regularly for praise, worship and fellowship activities. And so, the Spirit of Peace and Unity Catholic Community was born.

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SPUCC Catholic Life in the Spirit Seminar (CLSS) at Mary Mother of Good Counsel Parish Formation Center in Marcelo Green Village, Parañaque City

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September 26, 2009, Saturday…to all Filipinos this date will be remembered as the day storm “Ondoy” brought unprecedented high floods causing huge damage to lives and properties. But to the Spirit of Peace and Unity Catholic Community (SPUCC), this date will also be remembered as its first-ever Catholic Life in the Spirit Seminar (CLSS) that was held straight for 16 consecutive hours…walang tulugan…one for the books!

Notwithstanding the bad weather and flooded areas going to the venue at Mary, Mother of Good Counsel Parish Formation Center in Parañaque City, the seminar was still attended by 26 eager participants composed of members of ME Class 14 & 15 and invited friends and relatives of members of the community. The powerful presence of the Holy Spirit kept everyone active with enthusiasm and joy from Saturday morning until the wee hours of Sunday morning, September 27, 2009.

Truly, God works in mysterious ways. The success of the program was achieved thru the cooperative efforts of the leaders and members of the community who never lost faith and served with love and humility in the middle of the storm, all for the glory of God!

Catholic Life in the Spirit Seminar (CLSS)

3F Mary Mother of Good Counsel Parish Formation Center

Marcelo Green Village, Parañaque City

September 26 - 27, 2009

Evolution of Spirit of Peace and Unity Catholic Community

2009-09-18T20:42:00.038+08:00

IN THE BEGINNING...

It was in May 1998 when a group of encountered couples from the Servants of the Holy Spirit Catholic Community based in Quezon City conducted household meetings in Parañaque

After two months of household meetings and soul searching, the group's first prayer meetingfirst Thanksgiving mass. Thereafter, the group started meeting regularly for praise, worship and fellowship activities. And so, the Spirit of Peace and Unity Catholic Community was born. and conceptualized the idea of forming a chapter for members coming from South of Metro Manila, in their desire to pursue their spiritual journey. was held at the chapel of the Our Lady of Peace Parish in Sucat, Parañaque followed by the celebration of the

THE START OF MANY FIRSTS...

1999 was a banner year for the community. In February, the first issue of the newsletter, Voice of Peace, was released. The first retreat was held in March at the St. Scholastica Retreat House in Tagaytay City. The first Family Day was celebrated in April and in the following month of May; the first outreach was done in Tahanan Ni Maria, a home for the aged in Carmona, Cavite. In the same month, the first SPU Marriage Encounter Weekend Seminar (MEWS) was held at the St. Scholastica Retreat House in Tagaytay City. In July, the first Mass Wedding was sponsored by the community at the Our Lady of Peace Parish and the first Founding Anniversary was celebrated at the BNS Officers Club in Fort Bonifacio, Taguig City.

A STAR IS BORN

In the succeeding years, the many firsts continued. The first Family Encounter Weekend Seminar (FEWS) was held in May 2000 at the La Salette Retreat House in Silang, Cavite. The MEWS and the FEWS became a regular activity of the community. In January 2001, the SPU Youth Ministry was formed. The first Catholic Life in the Spirit Seminar (CLSS) outreach was held at the Sacred Heart of Jesus School in Tunasan, Muntinlupa followed by another CLSS outreach at the Colegio de San Agustin in Carmona, Cavite.

In August 2001, SPU's vehicle for outreach ministry was registered at the Securities and Exchange Commission under the name Spirit of Peace and Unity Foundation, Inc.

GO, GROW AND GLOW

It was in 2001 when SPU initiated a move to unify through networking all the different communities which emanated from the Servants of the Holy Spirit Catholic Community.

It was also in 2001 when six Bibliarasal groups were formed so that members of the community living in adjacent localities can come together and hold household meetings once a week to study the Word of God and share the Good News as they experience it in their own lives. One of the very first to be formed was the River of Life Bibliarasal Group from Sucat, Parañaque.

SPU REACHING OUT...

After the SPU Foundation, Inc. was officially recognized, the community attended the Life in the Eucharist Seminar (LITES) in August 2001 in Quezon City to further strengthen its Catholic theological foundation. The first Basic Christian Maturity (BCM) Seminar was conducted in April 2002 at the Mary, Mother of Good Counsel, Parish in Marcelo Green Village, Parañaque.

The following month, a Youth Ministry outreach was initiated at the Habitat for Humanity housing project in Muntinlupa in coordination with the Petron Foundation and as a follow-up formation for the encountered couples, a ME Deepening Seminar was given in January 2003 at the Mary, Mother of Good Counsel Parish. In May 2003, SPU responded to another mission by conducting a MEWS outreach in San Marcelino, Zambales and another one in November 2003 for the La Anunciata Parish in Tunasan, Muntinlupa City. In April 2004, the community in coordination with the Sto. Niño Parish in Parañaque City conducted "Operation Tule" for the free circumcision of the barangay youth.

As the community continued to reach out to others, SPU also continued to grow. And in September 2004, another Bibliarasal group was formed by members working in the vicinity of Escolta, Manila. They met once a week after office and were named Yahweh's Servants Bibliarasal Group.

MOVING FORWARD, AIMING HIGH...

The years that followed were spent in strengthening the community through team building workshops, spiritual deepening through retreats and recollections as well as enrichment sessions and equipping the leaders through public speaking workshops. SPU remained connected with the Catholic Church through the Marriage Encounter Foundation of the Philippines. Members extended their services to their own parishes in various ministries.

While focusing on the needs of the members of the community, SPU never reneged on its outreach mission. The community reached out to street children at the Pangarap Foundation in Pasay City in May 2005. MEWS outreach was given in May and November 2006 for the Holy Family Parish in Olongapo City. Another CLSS was conducted in October at the La Anunciata Parish in Muntinlupa.

In March 2006, members of the community coming from Muntinlupa which belonged to a Bibliarasal group organized in 2001 officially became a chapter of the SPU Catholic Community. This group now belongs to the Disciples of our Lord, SPU Muntinlupa Chapter.

SPU, MAKING A DIFFERENCE...

As the community moves on in its spiritual journey, it also continuously aims to make a difference in society, specially to the less privileged and marginalized families. SPUCC is committed to pursue its God-given charisms by empowering families and helping build strong communities.

SPUCC VISION / MISSION / CORE VALUES

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SPUCC VISION:
By 2013, the Spirit of Peace and Unity Catholic Community shall be made up of committed believers, maturing in faith and spiritually equipped to share the goodness of God through evangelization and humanitarian service.

SPUCC MISSION

To deepen the spirituality of members through praise and worship gatherings and spiritual formation / enrichment seminars.
To support the formation of chapters and bible study groups for the continuing spiritual growth of members.
To reach out to others in need through spiritual formation and family-oriented seminars and socio-civic outreach programs.

SPUCC CORE VALUES

Faithfulness to God and Family
Committed Service
Teamwork
Social Responsibility

Spirit of Peace and Unity Foundation, INC (SPUFI)

2009-09-17T20:00:00.002+08:00

SPUFI is a non-profit, non-stock association certified by the Securities and Exchange Commission under SEC Reg. No. A20018692 dated August 9, 2001.

It is an apostolic, charitable and humanitarian foundation focusing on the improvement of the quality of life of the Christian Filipino Family. Its programs and projects are aimed at inculcating spiritual, moral, human values and community consciousness while providing technical, financial or material assistance to the marginalized, less-privileged sector of society. It carries out objectives thru the support of benevolent volunteer workers, kind-hearted donors and selfless contributors.

SPUFI endeavors to make a difference by promoting empowerment of the youth, harmony in the family, peace and unity in the community.

SPUFI Officers 2009
President: Louie Jocson

Vice President: Rolly Sante

Treasurer: Mercy Perey

Secretary: Jeth Cañita

SPUCC Council of Elders 2009

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Mike and June Rodriguez
Rolly and Sally Sante
Ding and Jeth Cañita
Louie and Maja Jocson
Ernie and Cel Nepomoceno
Dennis and Rita Espina
Nitz Irlandez
Mercy Perey
Beth Cruz
Lyn Cunanan
Gerry Pagaduan

SPUCC MAD Team
(Making A Difference)

SPUCC Chapter and Bibliarasal Groups

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Spirit of Peace and Unity Catholic Community Chapter

Disciples of Our Lord - SPUCC Muntinlupa City

Head: Lyn / Godo Cunanan

Spirit of Peace and Unity Catholic Community

Bibliarasal Groups

Disciples of Our Lord - SPUCC Muntinlupa City

Head: Lyn / Godo Cunanan

Jesus Our Lord - Las Piñas City

Head: Tes Pestaño

River of Life - BF Parañaque City

Head: Ernie / Cel Nepomuceno

River of Life II - Sucat, Parañaque City

Head: Mercy Perey

Soaring Eagles - Carmona, Cavite

Head: Nestor / Girlie Segubre

Yahweh's Servants - Escolta, Manila

Head: Connie Borromeo

SPUCC Spiritual Director Father Winston O. Carrera, OSJ

2009-09-16T21:01:00.003+08:00

Spirit of Peace and Unity Catholic Community

Spiritual Director

Father Winston O. Carrera, OSJ

40 years of age, from Iloilo
Joined the Congregation of the Oblates of St. Joseph in 1985
Completed college studies in philosophy at the St. Francis de Sales College Seminary, Lipa City, - Batangas (1990)
Completed theological studies at the Don Bosco Center of Studies, Parañaque City (1995)
Completed a specialization in Spiritual Theology at the Pontifical Institute "Teresianum", Rome (1999)
Has been a perpetually professed member of the OSJ since 1995.
Received the Holy Orders of the Priesthood on February 10, 1996 through the hands of the then Archbishop of Lipa, Most. Rev. Gaudencio Rosales, DD
Practically, his entire priestly ministry has been dedicated to the formation of OSJ seminarians
For three years (2001-2004) he was a parish priest (but still assisting in the work of formation). It was during that period that he was more than ever brought to the different realities of family life
At the moment, he is serving the Oblates of St. Joseph, Philippine Province, as the director of the novices (Filipinos and Nigerians)

SPUCC Family Life Ministry

2009-09-15T23:00:00.006+08:00

Marriage Encounter Weekend Seminars (MEWS)
Family Encounter Weekend Seminars (FEWS)
Marriage Encounter Deepening

SPUCC Marriage Encounter Weekend Seminars (MEWS)

2009-09-15T22:00:00.019+08:00

The Marriage Encounter Weekend is a very special enrichment program for married couples. Its objective is to deepen the affective intimacy of the couple with each other and with God, through a particular method of dialogue and communication.

Marriage Encounter Weekend Seminars (MEWS)

First Marriage Encounter Weekend Seminar (MEWS) - ME Class 001

St. Scholastica's Center for Spirituality, Tagaytay City

May 28 - 30, 1999

Shepherd Couple: Mike / June Rodriguez

Arceo, Jon / Myr

Cabingan, Del / Reeza

Comorongan, Arsing / Linda

Cruz, Edgar / Beth

Garcia, Vanni / Rose

Malong, Rey / Tootsie

Mendoza, Rannie / Monette

Merina, Noel / Weng

Miralles, Marvey

Montenegro, Leslie / Altaire

Opulencia, Roel / Julie

Rabago, Jimmy / Marla

Marriage Encounter Weekend Seminar (MEWS) - ME CLass 002

La Verna House of Prayer, Tagaytay City

November 19 - 21, 1999

Shepherd Couple: Nestor / Girlie Segubre

Carlos, Elmer / Arlin

Flores, Del / Remy

Hernandez, Dick / Nadine

Lamarca, Sonny / Carol

Pascual, Jess / Ruby

Perez, Dennis / Cheryl

Porras, Rainier / Pie

Punzalan, Raul / Jean

Tan, Bebot / Irene

Marriage Encounter Weekend Seminar (MEWS) - ME Class 003

La Verna House of Prayer, Tagaytay City

2000

Shepherd Couple: Louie / Maja Jocson

Alejandro, Jun / Emma

Cocson, Ronnel / Rosalie

Cruz, Pax / Net

Cruz, Tom / Luna

Lanuzo, Jett / Mhy

Liwag, Ogie / Elsa

Liza, Jojo / Mila

Napay, Jeth / Ning

Siedel, Ted / Nilds

Marriage Encounter Weekend Seminar (MEWS)

ME Class 004

Shepherd Couple: Joven / Mercy Perey

Beltran, Baddy / Irene

Cunanan, Quiel / Marivic

Dales, Mar / Jo

Dela Serna, Edwin / Juliet

Irlandez, Joel / Shula

Kaquilala, Ricky / Mavic

Limbo, Taquio / Merly

Paccial, Jun / Divine

Quiambao, Boyet / Beth

Quinonez, Ronald / Nenette

Tuazon, Dennis / Noemi

Marriage Encounter Weekend Seminar (MEWS) - ME Class 005

La Verna House of Prayer, Tagaytay Cit5

February 16 - 18, 2001

Shepherd Couple: Jojo / Connie Borromeo

Cunanan, Godo / Lyn

Dario, King / Luz

Honra, Mhon / Marie

Jacobe, Boying / Jing

Lampaz, Ronnie / Myra C

Manalansang, July / Merl

Manalili, Butch / Tersing

Pasion, Danny / Lerry

Marriage Encounter Weekend Seminar (MEWS)

ME Class 006

2001

Shepherd Couple: Ding / Jeth Cañita

Antipatia, Bert / Amy

Baquiran, Piring / Olive

Barcelona, Vic / Mila

Buerano, Andy / Cristy

Escopel, Ed / Jing

Lorio, Jim / Linda

Manabat, Limbo / Jena

Pelayo, Mon / Rina

Marriage Encounter Weekend Seminar (MEWS)

ME Class 007

2002

Shepherd Couple: Ernie / Cel Nepomuceno

Balinang, Mindo / Bi

Buenaventura, Raul / Jo C

Camia, Dick / Lydia

Cervantes, Alvin / Ness

Estrella, Angel / Cathy C

Garcia, Arnel / Edna

Melay, Rene / Racquel

Nistal, Nes / Chon

Pontillas, Al / Josie

Valenzuela, Jerome / Thess

Marriage Encounter Weekend Seminar (MEWS)

ME Class 008

Shepherd Couple: Rolly / Sally Sante

Acabo, Chito / Nene

Aguenza, Karlo / Jennee C

Buena, Ton / Dhel C

Buyao, Lito / Mailene

Impang, Ponso / Ningning C

Lapuz, Nick / Cristy

Pioquinto, Rely / Aida

Robles, Mel / Lani

Marriage Encounter Weekend Seminar (MEWS)

ME Class 009

Shepherd Couple: Jimmy / Marla Rabago

Boco, Roy / Michelle C

Calderon, Oying / Sunny C

Castro, Bot / Yan-yan

Corpuz, Fer / Fely

Daban, Romy / Wilma

Maghinay, Bong / Mars

Masangcay, Peter / Nora

Sta. Ana, Totoy / Esther

Torres, Ody / Dolor

Marriage Encounter Weekend Seminar (MEWS)

ME Class 010

Shepherd Couple: Dennis / Rita Espina

Abalos, Rudy/Nene

Cabrales, Jimmy/Jee-jean

de Guzman, Ricky/Beng

Iso, Obet/Edith C

Labao, Alex/Dith

Maningas, Merard/Emma

Ramirez, Marc/Ellyn

Reyes, Obet/Lyn

Ugto, Gary/Bebang C

Marriage Encounter Weekend Seminar (MEWS)

ME Class 011

Shepherd Couple: Edgar / Beth Cruz

Rodovan, Gil / Marivic

Ramasta, Billy / Gladys

Olive / Jul

Lubido, Ernie / Jaymie

Jon Jon / Loi

Edward / Abi

Willy / Eva

Gonzales, Zenon / Sabel

Jess / Tess

Roldan / Tin Tin

Marriage Encounter Weekend Seminar (MEWS)

ME Class 012

Shepherd Couple: Godo / Lyn Cunanan

Aquino, Carmelo/Evelyn

Ballesteros, Reynaldo/Teresa

Caranza Mark/Haydee

Caringal, Mario/Melanie

Macalindog, Percival/Jessibeth

Macasinag, Venerando/Yolanda

Medel, Mario/Bernardita

Radovan, Ronald/Lina

Solonia, Joie/Elena

Zamora, Robert / Dolor

Marriage Encounter Weekend Seminar (MEWS)

ME Class 013

Shepherd Couple: Jimmy / Marla Rabago

Bandril, Raymond/Gladys

Del Rosario, Dante/Nicolette

Guasis, Leo/Sarah C

Hernandez, Gilberto/Mary Grace

Macalalad, Sherwin/Jessamine

Magpantay, Wilson/May Fatima x

Paraiso, Gil/Editha

Regencia, Bimbo/Rebecca

Tadoy, Melito/Antipaz

Valdez, Roberto/Lenny

Marriage Encounter Weekend Seminar (MEWS) - ME Class 014

May 30 - June 1, 2008

Shepherd Couple: Rolly / Sally Sante

Bilon, Roland "Ryan" / Joahnna "Joan"

Cordovero, Ricky "Rick" / Rosel "Ross"

Eleuterio, Rudy / Julieta "Juliet"

Suarez, Ramy "Ram" / Febie "Feb"

Jorgio, Joel "Jojo" / Mariefel "Fel"

Payanay, Delfin "Phen" / Gina

Santos, Reodel "Dhel" / Janette

Marriage Encounter Weekend Seminar (MEWS) Class 015

May 15 - 17, 2009

Shepherd Couple: Ding / Jeth Cañita

Bautista, Cornelio “Nhel” / Laylany “Lanie”

Bilon, Raymond “Mon” / Zheena Irish “Irish”

Branzuela, Romy / Junie Ann “Ann”

Cadiao, Brnie “Jao” / Josephine “Josie”

Del Rosario, Andrew James “AJ” / Margareth Krishna “Meg”

Gallardo, Tristan “Tris” / Josephine “Joy”

Punsalan, Paul / Sarah “Sweet”

Perey, Manuel Raymund “Raymund” / Ester

Ramos, Anthony / Ma. Corazon “Jhoy”

Ricamonte, Rizaldo “Jhon” / Emerlyn “Em”

Santos, Rodante “Jack” / Charize Daphne “Charize”

Sevillano, Romel / Catherine “Kathy”

SPUCC Family Encounter Weekend Seminars (FEWS)

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The Family Encounter Weekend is a very special enrichment program for families. Its objective is to deepen the affective intimacy of the parents and children with each other and with God, through a particular method of dialogue and communication.

SPUCC Family Encounter Weekend Seminars (FEWS)

First Family Encounter Weekend Seminar (FEWS) - FE Class 001

La Salette Retreat House, Cavite City

May 26 - May 28. 2000

Shepherd Family: Mike / June Rodriguez & Family

Sante Family (Rolly / Sally)
Pestaño Family (Armand / Tess)
Cañita Family (Ding / Jeth)
Punzalan Family (Raul / Jean)
Rabago Family (Jimmy / Marla)
Malong Family (Rey / Tootsie)
Cruz Family (Edgar / Beth)

Family Encounter Weekend Seminar (FEWS) - FE Class 002

La Salette Retreat House, Silang Cavite City

April 20 - 22, 2001

Shepherd Family: Rolly / Sally Sante and Family

Espina Family (Dennis / Rita)
Nepomuceno Family (Ernie / Cel)
Perey Family (Joven / Mercy)
Manalansang Family (July / Merl)
Tan Family (Bebot / Irene)

Lamarca Family (Sonny / Carol)

Family Encounter Weekend Seminar (FEWS) - FE Class 003

2002

Shepherd Family: Nestor / Girlie Segubre and Family

Camia Family (Rolly / Bhabes)
Cruz Family (Ray / Telly)
Hamstrani Family (Hans / Dhes )
Mier Family (Kytt / Carmel)
Siatan Family (Tonie / Ophie )

Balinang (Mindo / Bi)

SPUCC Marriage Encounter Deepening Seminars (MEDS)

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The ME Deepening Seminar is a follow-up program to the Marriage Encounter Weekend Seminar which aims to help the encountered couples pursue a life of marital bliss founded on an open, endearing and enduring relationship with each other and with God.

Marriage Encounter Deepening Seminar (MEDS)

Mary Mother of Good Counsel Parish

Marcelo Green Village, Parañaque City

January 2003

SPUCC Other Spiritual Formation Ministry Activities

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Speakers' Bureau - UPS-5, Parañaque City

July 29, 2007

Life In The Eucharist Seminar (LITES) - Quezon City

August 2001

First Retreat - St. Scholastica's Center for Spirituality

Retreat House, Tagaytay City

March 1999

SPUCC Catholic Life in the Spirit Seminars (CLSS)

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The Catholic Life in the Spirit Seminar is a spiritual enrichment program which aims to help people find a renewed personal relationship with Jesus Christ and enjoy a fuller, more meaningful Christian life.

Catholic Life in the Spirit Seminar (CLSS)

Mary Mother of Good Counsel Parish Formation Center

Marcelo Green Village, Parañaque City

September 26 - 27, 2009

Catholic Life in the Spirit Seminar (CLSS)

April 23 - April 24, 2005

SPUCC Basic Christian Maturity (BCM)

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The Basic Christian Maturity Seminar is a follow-up program to the Life in the Spirit Seminar which aims to help people expand their basic understanding of the Christian life and overcome difficulties as they continue to grow as Christians.

First Basic Christian Maturity (BCM) Seminar

Mary Mother of Good Counsel, Marcelo Green Village

Parañaque City

April 2002

SPUCC Team Building Workshops

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SPUCC Team Building Workshops are done for the purpose of strengthening the bond of servanthood and keeping the fire of communitarian spirit burning. The day is filled with fun, laughter and camaraderie, with teamwork as the main focus of each activity.

Team Building - Belle Reve, Sta. Rosa, Laguna

September 9, 2009

SPUCC Praise & Worship Ministry

2009-09-13T23:00:00.008+08:00

The Spirit of Peace and Unity Catholic Community (SPUCC)
holds Prayer Meetings every Tuesday 8 PM - 10 PM
at the 3rd floor Parish Formation Center
of Mary Mother of Good Counsel Parish
in Marcelo Green Village, Parañaque CIty.

You are all welcome to join us!

Prayer Meetings - Chapel of Our Lady of Peace Parish

Parañaque City

1998

First Prayer Meeting - Chapel of Our Lady of Peace Parish

Parañaque City

July 1998

Thanksgiving Masses

First Thanksgiving Mass at the Chapel of Our Lady of Peace Parish

Parañaque City

July 1998

Thanksgiving Mass - Parañaque City

September 4, 2007

SPUCC ME Deepening / Team Building Outreaches

2009-09-12T23:05:00.003+08:00

Marriage Encounter Deepening Seminar Outreach

Holy Family Parish, Olongapo City

July 25, 2009

Team Building - Holy Family Parish, Olongapo City

July 26, 2009

SPUCC Other Outreach Projects

2009-09-12T23:01:00.001+08:00

Outreach at Pangarap Shelter for Street Children

Pangarap Foundation Inc., Pasay City

May 2005

Youth Ministry Outreach in coordination with Petron Foundation

Habitat for Humanity Housing Project, Muntinlupa

May 2002

First Outreach - Home for the Elderly

Tahanan Ni Maria, Carmona, Cavite City

May 1999

SPUCC Medical & Dental Outreaches

2009-09-12T22:00:00.003+08:00

Medical / Dental Outreach - Tunasan, Muntinlupa City

August 23, 2009

Medical Outreach (Operation Tule / Free Circumcision)

Sto. Niño Parish, Parañaque City

April 2004

SPUCC Marriage Encounter Weekend Seminar (MEWS) Outreaches

2009-09-12T21:30:00.001+08:00

Marriage Encounter Weekend Seminar (MEWS) Outreach

Holy Family Parish, Olongapo City

June 1 - 3, 2007

Marriage Encounter Weekend Seminar (MEWS) Outreach

Holy Family Parish, Olongapo City

July 28 - 30, 2006

Marriage Encounter Weekend Seminar (MEWS) Outreach

San Marcelino, Zambales

May 2003

SPUCC Mass Weddings

2009-09-12T21:00:00.001+08:00

Mass Wedding - Holy Family Parish, Olongapo City

2009

First Mass Wedding - Our Lady of Peace Parish, Parañaque City

July 1999

SPUCC Marriage Encounter Deepening Deminar (MEDS) Outreaches

2009-09-12T20:30:00.001+08:00

Marriage Encounter Deepening Seminar Outreach

Holy Family Parish, Olongapo City

July 25, 2009

SPUCC Catholic Life in the Spirit Seminar (CLSS) Outreaches

2009-09-12T20:00:00.001+08:00

Catholic Life in the Spirit Seminar (CLSS) Outreach

La Anunciata Parish, Muntinlupa

October 2006

Catholic Life in the Spirit Seminar (CLSS) Outreach

Colegio San Agustin, Biñan, Laguna

2001

First Catholic Life in the Spirit Seminar (CLSS) Outreach

Sacred Heart of Jesus School, Tunasan, Muntinlupa

2001

SPUCC Youth Ministry

2009-09-11T23:33:00.005+08:00

1999 Family Days / Christmas Celebrations / Anniversary Celebrations

1999 Youth Retreat - St. Scholastica's Center for Spirituality, Tagaytay

1999 SPUCC 1st Founding Anniversary - Taguig

2000 Praise and Worship

Chapel of Our Lady of Peace Parish

Fourth Estate, Parañaque City

2000 Family Encounter and FE Reunions

2000 Youth Caroling

2000 SPUCC Christmas Party - Kalesa Cafe, Parañaque City

2000 Youth Ministry Outing - Pansol, Laguna

2001 Youth Catholic Life in the Spirit Seminar (CLSS)

3rd floor Parish Formation Center, Mary Mother of Good Counsel Parish

Marcelo Green Village, Parañaque City

2002 Youth Ministry Outreach with Petron Foundation

Habitat for Humanity Housing Project, Muntinlupa

2002 Founding Anniversary

British School of Manila, Fort Bonifacio

2002 Christmas Party - Bloomfield Academy, Las Piñas City

2007 SPUCC Anniversary - Makati City

Other Youth Ministry Fellowship and Activities

SPUCC Newsletter - Voice Of Peace

2009-09-10T23:00:00.002+08:00

Voice of Peace (VOP) is the official newsletter of SPUCC.

Voice Of Peace 10th Anniversary Special Edition

August 2008

Voice Of Peace Volume 5 No. 3
July 2008

Voice Of Peace First Issue (Volume 1 Issue No.1)

February 1999

SPUCC News and Highlights

2009-09-10T22:00:00.015+08:00

Letter: Election of Council of Leaders

Dear All,

Please help in disseminating this information. We are anticipating your very positive response to this worthy endeavor that will help chart the future of SPUCC. Best regards and God bless...

Tito Mike

On behalf of the Council of Elders

SPUCC Holds Catholic Life in the Spirit Seminar (CLSS) at the Mary Mother of Good Counsel Parish Formation Center in Marcelo Green Village, Parañaque City

September 26, 2009, Saturday…to all Filipinos this date will be remembered as e day storm “Ondoy” brought unprecedented high floods causing huge damage to lives and properties. But to the Spirit of Peace and Unity Catholic Community (SPUCC), this date will also be remembered as its first-ever Catholic Life in the Spirit Seminar (CLSS) that was held straight for 16 consecutive hours…walang tulugan…one for the books!

(Click here to see the photos from the CLSS...)

SPUCC Team Building Workshop at Belle Reve, Santa Rosa, Laguna

SPUCC recently conducted a team building workshop at the Belle Reve Club Center in Sta. Rosa, Laguna for the purpose of strengthening the bond of servanthood and keeping the fire of communitarian spirit burning. It was participated in by about 40 members of the community who braved the bad weather condition. By the grace of God, the skies cleared before the start of activities and we had a whole day of fun, laughter and camaraderie. Teamwork was the main focus of each activity and everyone actively participated to make the event a huge success.

(Click here to see the photos...)

SPUCC Medical / Dental Outreach at Tunasan, Muntinlupa City

What a meaningful way to celebrate SPU’s 11th anniversary! Last August 23, we conducted a Medical–Dental outreach program at the JRF Sports Complex to help our less fortunate brethren from the depressed areas in Tunasan, Muntinlupa. Eight medical doctors, 3 dentists, and 9 nurses/medical assistants volunteered and offered their services to approximately 200 patients. Prescribed medicines were also given for free.

It is inspiring to see SPU members, as one family, work hand in hand in the spirit of volunteerism to reach out to a mission area in Muntinlupa in support of our commitment to strengthen the Christian family. This is the SPU way! It is just as heartwarming for SPU to work together in unity to make a difference in others’ lives.

(Click here to see the photos from the Medical / Dental Outreach...)

SPUCC ME Deepening / Team Building Outreach at Olongapo City

SPUCC went to Olongapo City to conduct a 2-day ME Deepening/Team Building workshop for the Marriage Encounter Community of the Holy Family Parish. About 40 members of the parish community participated in the program. The first day activities were done at the Parish Formation Center while the second day was held outdoors at a private beach resort. The program was a big success and Team SPU left with a promise of continuing to support the community in the future as part of its outreach mission.

(Click here to see the photos from the ME Deepening...)

(Click here to see the photos from the Team Building...)

SPUCC Christmas Celebrations

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Christmas Celebrations

Christmas Celebration - UPS-5, Parañaque City

December 9, 2007

Christmas Celebration

December 10, 2006

Christmas Celebration - Bloomfield Academny, Las Piñas City

December 22, 2002

Christmas 2001 Celebration / New Year 2002 Celebration

UPS-5, Parañaque City

January 4, 2002

SPUCC Christmas Celebration - Parañaque City

December 2000

Christmas Celebration - UPS-5, Parañaque City

December 18, 1999

SPUCC Founding Anniversary Celebrations

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10th Founding Anniversary Celebration

Mary Mother of Good Counsel Parish

Marcelo Green Village, Parañaque City

August 23, 2008

SPUCC 9th Anniversary Celebration - Makati City

August 26, 2007

SPUCC 8th Anniversary Celebration - Parañaque City

August 26, 2006

SPUCC 6th Anniversary Celebration - Fort Bonifacio, Taguig

August 2004

SPUCC 4th Anniversary Celebration

British School Manila, Fort Bonifacio, Taguig

August 2002

First Anniversary Celebration - Taguig City

Philippine Navy Officers Clubhouse, Bonifacio Naval Station, Fort Bonifacio

August 1999

SPUCC Family Day Celebrations

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Family Day / Fun Run - Belle Reve, Sta. Rosa Laguna

April 29, 2008

Family Day Celebration - Belle Reve, Sta. Rosa, Laguna

May 16, 2004

Family Day Celebration - Don Bosco Village, Parañaque City

April 2001

Family Day Celebration - Don Bosco Village, Parañaque City

April 2000

First Family Day Celebration

April 1999

SPUCC Events / Fellowship Activities

2009-09-09T19:01:00.003+08:00

Marriage Encounter Class 015 Reunion

August 9, 2009

SPUCC Outing - Pansol, Laguna

June 30 - July 1, 2007

SPUCC Networking with Other Communities

that stemmed from Servants of the Holy Spirit Catholic Community

2001

Household Meeting / Birthday Celebration

UPS-5, Parañaque City

June 26, 1999

Household Meetings in Parañaque

May 1998

2009 SPUCC Team Building at Belle Reve in Sta Rosa, Laguna

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Team Building

Belle Reve, Sta. Rosa Laguna

September 9, 2009

2009 SPUCC Mass Wedding at Holy Family Parish in Olongapo City

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Mass Wedding

Holy Family Parish, Olongapo City

2009 SPU Medical / Dental Outreach in Tunasan, Muntinlupa City

2009-08-23T13:27:00.000+08:00

Medical and Dental Outreach

Tunasan, Muntinlupa City

August 23, 2009

2009 SPUCC Marriage Encounter Class 015 Reunion

2009-08-09T05:46:00.003+08:00

Marriage Encounter Class 015 Reunion

August 9, 2009

2009 SPUCC Team Building at Holy Family Parish in Olongapo City

2009-07-26T18:09:00.004+08:00

Team Building

Holy Family Parish, Olongapo CIty

July 26, 2009

2009 SPUCC Marriage Encounter Deepening Seminar (MEDS) at Holy Family Parish, Olongapo City

2009-07-25T17:52:00.005+08:00

Marriage Encounter Deepening Seminar (MEDS)

Holy Family Parish, Olongapo City

July 25, 2009

2009 SPUCC Marriage Enounter Weekend Seminar (MEWS) Class 015

2009-05-17T05:30:00.000+08:00

Marriage Encounter Weekend Seminar (MEWS) Class 015

May 15 - 17, 2009

The Voice Of Peace 10th Anniversary Special Edition - August 2008

2008-08-23T23:00:00.000+08:00

SPU Anniversary Song

2008-08-23T22:00:00.000+08:00

KAY GANDA NG ATING COMMUNITY

Magmula ng ako'y matutong manalangin

Purihin ang Diyos at Siya'y sambahin

Nagliwanag ang aking paligid

Napuspos ng saya at pag-ibig

Nabuksan ang puso at isip

At laging nananabik

Magmula ng ako'y matutong magpuri

At maki-isa sa mga gawain

Sa tulong ng mga kapatid natin

Pananampalataya's lumalalim

Gumaan ang mga pasanin

Tayo na at sambitin

Refrain

Kay ganda ng ating community

Ang Spirit Of Peace and Unity

Ito ay atin, sariling atin

At sa habang buhay, pagyamanin natin

Kay ganda ng ating community

Ang Spirit of Peace and Unity

Ito ay atin, sariling atin

Magkaisa tayo't magkapit-bisig

At ipaalam sa buong daigdig

Ang mga hangarin at layunin

Kapayapaan palaganapin

Maglingkod sa kapwa natin

Sama na't tangkilikin

(Repeat Refrain)

Kay ganda ng ating community. Ahh...

2008 SPUCC Anniversary Celebration

2008-08-23T20:53:00.003+08:00

SPUCC 10th Founding Anniversary Celebration

Mary Mother of Good Counsel Parish

Marcelo Green Village, Parañaque City

August 23, 2008

The Voice Of Peace Volume 5 No. 3 - July 2008

2008-07-30T22:00:00.000+08:00

2008 SPUCC Marriage Encounter Weekend Seminar (MEWS) - Class 014

2008-06-01T08:35:00.001+08:00

Marriage Encounter Weekend Seminar (MEWS)

ME Class 014

May 30 - June 1, 2008

2008 SPUCC Grand Family Day / Fun Run at Belle Reve in Sta. Rosa, Laguna

2008-04-29T07:56:00.005+08:00

Grand Family Day / Fun Run

Belle Reve, Sta. Rosa, Laguna

April 29, 2008

2007 SPUCC Christmas Party at UPS-5, Parañaque City

2007-12-09T06:53:00.002+08:00

Christmas Party

UPS-5, Parañaque City

December 9, 2007

2007 SPUCC Thanksgiving Mass

2007-09-04T19:55:00.000+08:00

SPUCC Thanksgiving Mass

September 4, 2007

2007 SPUCC Anniversary Celebration at Makati City

2007-08-26T17:59:00.004+08:00

SPUCC Anniversary Celebration

Makati City

August 26, 2007

2006 SPUCC Marriage Encounter Weekend Seminar (MEWS) Outreach at Holy Family Parish in Olongapo City

2007-07-30T19:43:00.000+08:00

Marriage Encounter Weekend Seminar (MEWS) Outreach

Holy Family Parish, Olongapo City

July 28 - 30, 2006

2007 SPUCC Speakers' Bureau at UPS-5. Parañaque, CIty

2007-07-29T07:19:00.005+08:00

Speakers' Bureau

UPS-5, Parañaque City

July 29, 2007

2007 SPUCC Marriage Encounter Weekend Seminar (MEWS) Outreach at Holy Family Parish in Olongapo City

2007-07-03T18:11:00.001+08:00

Marriage Encounter Weekend Seminar (MEWS) Outreach

Holy Family Parish, Olongapo City

June 1 - 3, 2007

2007 SPUCC Outing at Pansol, Laguna

2007-07-01T14:54:00.003+08:00

SPUCC Community Outing

Pansol, Laguna

June 30 - July 1, 2007

2006 SPUCC Catholic Life in the Spirit Seminar (CLSS) Outreach at La Anunciata Parish in Muntinlupa

2006-10-01T18:12:00.001+08:00

Catholic Life in the Spirit Seminar (CLSS) Outreach

La Anunciata Parish, Muntinlupa

October 2006

2006 SPUCC Anniversary Celebration

2006-08-26T18:36:00.002+08:00

SPUCC Anniversary Celebration

August 26, 2006

2006 SPUCC Muntinlupa Chapter - Disciples of Our Lord

2006-03-01T19:56:00.002+08:00

In March 2006, the Disciples of Our Lord Bibliarasal Group organized in 2001 officially became a chapter of the Spirit of Peace and Unity Catholic Community.

This group now belongs to the Disciples of our Lord, SPU Muntinlupa Chapter.

Disciples of our Lord Bibliarasal Group

Muntinlupa City

Disciples of Our Lord

SPUCC Muntinlupa Chapter

Disciples of Our Lord

SPUCC Muntinlupa Chapter

Youth Ministry

2005 SPUCC Outreach for Street Children at Pangarap Shelter for Street Children in Pasay City

2005-05-01T18:30:00.005+08:00

Outreach at Pangarap Shelter for Street Children

Pangarap Foundation Inc., Pasay City

May 2005