San Pablo (Saint Paul) is known as the bearer of good news, one of Christ's apostles who spread the word of God far and wide. I remember a conversation with Sr. Dianne Galapate, PDDM during a spiritual direction where she shared an insightful thought: if...
Today, April 12, 2025, a group of 138 individuals, comprising youth leaders and members of the parish, participated in the Parish Youth Lenten Recollection held at the Missionaries of the Assumption Farm in Barangay Tacunan, Tugbok District, Davao City. The event was centered around the...
[gallery link="file" size="full" ids="48119,48120,48121"] Every young person in the world has a unique characteristic, talents, and skills built upon them that can contribute to any aspect of society which is proven by a young Davaoeño. At the age of seventeen (17) Terence Vicente, a senior high school...
In 2018-2019, I was a Junior High School student. Every quarter, our school would announce the list of honor students. I watched as they received certificates, walked up the stage, captured everyone's attention, took pictures with school staff, and were featured on the school's Facebook...
Divine intervention, conversion, and new beginnings are real. As I begin this final series of Enjoying Life as a Youth, I want to share my journey as His servant. The person you see today, writing these articles and serving as a youth leader–did not get...
Ever since I had my Facebook account, I've been open about my interests, particularly my love for music. I enjoy national and local bands, including the youth band Echo St. from San Pablo Parish and the Amateur Band from Baguio City, which is connected to...
[gallery size="full" ids="47542,47543,47544"] "Let us draw close to the young, for they are the joy and hope of the Church and of the world!" (Spes non Confundit, 12). This message serves as a powerful reminder from Pope Francis—an invitation to see the youth as a source of...
[gallery link="file" columns="2" size="full" ids="47321,47322"] January 31 - February 1, 2025 | Various Schools Unite for a Transformative Experience The Sisters of the Presentation of Mary-Philippine Province made history with the first-ever Rivier Youth Camp 2025, held from January 31 to February 1, 2025 at St. Peter’s...
Growing up, I always admired strong leaders—those who could guide others with independence and confidence, whether jogging alongside friends or walking in sync on winding trails. Their strength in leadership was always something I found comforting. However, despite my fascination with leadership, I wasn’t an...
[gallery link="file" size="full" ids="47175,47176,47177,47178"] Youth Inspired by the Word, Journeying with Hope. That was the central theme of the 3rd Archdiocesan Youth Bible Symposium last January 18, 2025 at Jesus and Mary Thevenet School Bangkal Davao City. Youths from different parishes and vicariates gathered to glorify...