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Hi! This is Jonnina Dave of C34 and this is my CHURCH INVOLVEMENT EVALUATION AND ASSESSMENT. My parish is the Shrine of Our Lady of Grace.
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Hi! This is Jonnina Dave of C34 and this is my CHURCH INVOLVEMENT EVALUATION AND ASSESSMENT. My parish is the Shrine of Our Lady of Grace.
Finally!
After weeks of waiting, I’ve been finally oriented last October 4 about the church service I will be participating in.
Last October 4, I went to the Shrine of Our Lady of Grace again and was oriented, along with two other LaSallians whose courses are Chemical Engineering, by two pastoral workers, Kuya Something (I’m so sorry; I forget his name.) and Ate Zeny.
They told us about the Shrine’s history, mission vission, and such. Furthermore, they explained to us that we would be considered as “EXPOSURISTS”. Students who come to them with requests such as ours, to be involved with a Church for a certain number of hours, were included in the program wherein they would participate in various activities that concern their respected “Areas”.
Apparently, one of the Shrine of Our Lady of Grace’s programs is a certain program (I forget the name again, sorry.) that involves people from different areas, with them inviting other people to go to church and attend mass.
On the same day, I attended a mass held in honor of Area 7’s patron saint, St. Francis of Assisi . I helped in preparing the brgngy chapel for mass. Along with the pastoral worker assigned to me, Ate Zeny, and other volunteers, we arranged the flowers, the chairs, and the over-all appearance of the brngy chapel. This was my first “exposure trip”. I found the experience wonderful and helpful.
Last Sunday, October 6 2013, I participated again in another mass wherein I joined for the offertory. This was my second experience; it was amazing to just be part of the mass celebration and be able to offer something to God in thanks and honor of His goodness.
My third experience occurred only yesterday, October 11, 2013. I, along with volunteers from Area 9, prayed the rosary. I was assigned to lead the 2nd mystery. I was supposed to go home after but I was asked by one of them to stay and read the 1st Reading and the Responsorial Psalm during the “Holy Hour”, as they called it, so I stayed. I was also asked to stay and be part of the 7pm Mass but I had to go home for it was already getting late.
Here’s a picture of the mass celebration last October 4, 2013.
And here’s a selfie of me and the pastoral worker assigned to me, Ate Zeny!
And that’s pretty much everything, I think.
Being involved in the parish that I grew up in is so much more fun than I initially thought it would be. Meeting new people and being able to show my faith through prayer and active participation is a wonderful experience.
Until the next time!
xxxx Nina Dave
We pledge ourselves to share in the Mission of Christ: to spread the WORD of God, to unite…
Hi!
The link above is the link for the parish website that I’ll participate in. There, news articles, announcements, and schedules of events can be found. Also, the shrine’s history, staff, and mission vision can also be read.
If you wish to contact them, their contact information can also be found there. But for convenience, here you go:
Address: Shrine of Our Lady of Grace St. Eugene De Mazenod Avenue Grace Park, Caloocan City
Telephone No.: +(63) 2 364-5905
Task 1 – Observation of the Church Community
Rom 8:28: And we know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose.
I. What is the name of the Church / Parish Community where you will be involved in Term 1? What made you decide to choose this Church?
The Church/ Parish Community that I have decided to be involved with this Term 1 is known as the “Shrine of Our Lady of Grace”, previously called the “Our Lady of Grace Parish”. I have chosen this Church primarily for two reasons.First, it’s because it’s the parish nearest to our place. My parents don’t want me to encounter any difficulty in commuting, especially since the Church we go to every Sunday for Mass, the National Shrine of Our Lady of Lourdes, is located far from our home. Second, the Shrine of Our Lady of Grace has a special place in my heart. It’s where I’ve been baptized and it’s where my family and I used to go to Church to when I was younger.
II. What ministry have you chosen to be involved? Briefly describe the nature of the service.
Sadly, as of now, I’m not yet part of a ministry. The Parish Office is still waiting for two or more students before they start the orientation of exactly what they will assign to us.
III. Describe the Church community in terms of:
A. Location
The Church is very accessible. It’s a 5/10-minute tricycle ride from my house and a short walk from the lrt station. There are several shops and establishments surrounding it. The Shrine of Our Lady of Grace is in Grace Park, Caloocan City.
B. People who are part of the community
The people who are part of the community are very friendly people though most come from the middle-class to poor residents of Caloocan City.
C. Different ministry that they have
According to their website, there are several ministries in the Church and these are classified into two: the permanent and special ministries.
Special Ministries:
Ministry on Catechetical Knights of the Altar Lector and Commentators Guild Ministry on Greeters and Collectors Parish Music Ministry Council Special Ministers of Holy Communion
Permanent Ministries:
Ministry on Liturgical Affairs Ministry on Education Formation Ministry on Social Services and Development Ministry on Finance Ministry on Youth Affairs Ministry on Vocation Ministry on Family and Life Ministry on Public Affairs
You may check their website here: http://shrineofourladyofgrace.ph/shrine/
You can also like their official facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Shrine-of-Our-Lady-of-Grace-Kalookan/162621933760616?fref=ts
And here’s the link for my facebook page for TREDONEC34: https://www.facebook.com/experiencingolgp
God Bless!
the blog title & username
"experiencing-olgp" is my username and my blog’s title is "My experience at the Our Lady of Grace Parish".
You might be wondering what exactly is the significance of the name, “Our Lady of Grace Parish”, and the reason why I keep on using it instead of the current and official name, the “Shrine of Our Lady of Grace”.
It’s honestly a petty reason, really. It’s simply for the sentimental value.
You see, I used to go to mass there with my family when I was younger.It’s actually my very first Church. I remember being a kid and just trying my best to actively participate in Mass because that’s what we taught in school and if I didn’t, my parents would look pointedly at me until I start doing so. And in my first elementary school, St. Mary’s Academy of Caloocan City, I remember that we used to have Mass there if we were the sponsor. I remember what it looked like before, before it was painted and renovated.
I remember the Our Lady of Grace Parish better than the Shrine of Our Lady of Grace.
Because of the new look, the church looks and feels like it’s incredibly foreign to me. Calling it by it’s old name brings back fond memories. Don’t get me wrong, the new look is absolutely beautiful; however, I just can’t help but miss the old, homey, and simple look.
Unfortunately, as fond as I was of that church, I was never a participant in the parish ministry. I never experienced being a collector or commentator in that church. Hopefully, this time, this term 2, even if I can’t completely grasp the name ‘Shrine of Our Lady of Grace’, I would experience the feeling of involvement when I participate.
Last Sunday, September 22, 2013, when I went to the Shrine of Our Lady of Grace. My mum went with me, as you can see. :)
So this is what my chosen Church looks like. :)
Please note!
Note: I would just like to say that the links I have posted here weren't made by me. The website and the fb page were created by the actual office of the Shrine of Our Lady of Grace.
Thank you.