In This Issue Devotional: …………………………..……… “God’s Promises” …….…….………..…… Lillian C. Javellana Editor’s Thoughts: .... “DXCR 40th Anniversary World-Wide Reunion” .. Joy Caballero-Gadia DXCR Station Managers Past & Present ………………………………………………………… Campfire Chat DXCR Stories From: 1. Pastor Jun Rivera ………………………………………………………………….........… A Brief History Of DXCR 2. Dr. Jonathan Catolico ……………………. DXCR – A Pioneer in the Adventist Radio Network (ARN) 3. Laurice Faye Madriaga-Tubungbanua …………………………….… DXCR’s Impat on MVC’s Children 4. Welsie dela Cruz ………………………………………………………………………………….… Thank You, DXCR! DXCR Today: 1. Meet The Crew! ………………………………………………………………………….. Various DXCR Staff 2013 2. DXCR Trivia ……………………………………………………………………….……… Pastor Ultimino Rivera, Jr 3. DXCR Program Listing / Schedule ……………………………………………………………………………… DXCR CAMPUS News
………………………………………….……………………………………………………. Group Effort
SULADS Corner ………………………………………………………………………………………. A Modern Dorcas Alumni Response 1. On-Air Humor………………………………..……………………………………….. Various Former DXCR Staff 2. Smart Sabbath Keeper ……………………………………………………………………………………Val Moralde 3. Master Guide Backpack: Today’s supply ………………A Medicine Kit, A reminder, and a Video 4. Tribute to Landon Alamo-Mirgino …………………….…………….………. Dorothy Faye Nebres-John CLOSING: From The Mail Bag| Prayer Requests | Acknowledgements |Meet The Editors |Closing Thoughts
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Welcome! To the DXCR Issue of Cyberflashes!
DEVOTIONAL: “God’s Promises” "Through these He has given us His very great and precious promises, so that through them you may participate in the Divine Nature and escape the corruption in the world caused by evil desires." 2Peter 1:4 NIV
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am a very visual person. I have to see an image in my mind as I read my Bible or any book. As I read, the images appear in my mind and the rest of my senses are stimulated. So it was very exciting for me to read the book "Steps to Christ" by Ellen G. White, my favorite author and counselor. In the last chapter entitled "Rejoicing in the Lord", she wrote the following: “Are not God's promises, like the fragrant flowers, growing beside your path on every hand? Will you not let their beauty and sweetness fill your heart with joy?" Mrs. White mentioned in one of her books that the Bible is "like a leaf of the tree of life." These words simply stimulate my senses. I am so excited! I have to share it. THE BIBLE IS FULL OF GOD'S PROMISES! I read my Bible every day. It is like my morning "cup of tea." And ever since reading Mrs. White’s comparison of God’s promises to fragrant flowers, each time I read my Bible and come upon a Bible promise, I could feel and see it like a sweet scented flower that would pop out from the page. Even my olfactory nerves respond! I could smell the stargazer lily, the jasmine, the roses, sweet smelling orchids, the ylang-ylang flowers, the magnolias, the roses, and many more as I read God's word! This is a new experience. And reading the Bible has become more exciting and fulfilling. As I gather these promises, these beautiful, colorful, sweet scented flowers that come in abundance from God's WORD, I am able to create a magnificent, glorious bouquet that only I can create! No one else can. I embrace this bouquet of flowers as I embrace His promises and cling to them. As I continue to read and His promises become so real and personal to me, I take myself to this beautiful and scented garden where the beautiful, lovely, sweet scented flowers spread and grow in abundance. It is beautiful and serene! God's word is beautiful, powerful and so comforting. When we have God's Living Word in our hearts, God's promises grow in our lives. It becomes impossible for others around us not to smell His sweet smelling savor or to see the beauty of Christ in us. It will show naturally. The sweet scents will permeate our surroundings. Like flowers that perfume and brighten up a room or a little corner, like a flower worn on our hair, or as a corsage on our wrist or upon our chest, let us cling on to God's promises and carry them with us wherever we go so our very lives would be like a sweet aroma to those around us. And just like a bouquet of flowers we would bring joy and love to others, brightening someone's life. "And walk in love, as Christ also has loved us and give Himself for us, an offering and a sacrifice to God for a sweet-smelling aroma." Ephesians 5:2.
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- Lillian Javellana writes from Palmdale, California where she creates everlasting “bouquets of flowers” made from bible promises. These she faithfully shares with those in need. Lillian is a 1981 graduate of MVC’s School of Nursing and a 1971 graduate of MVC Academy.
EDITOR’S THOUGHTS
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ive weeks ago, some DXCR family members and I were reminiscing about the station and how she (the station) has been a blessing to so many. This year DXCR turns 40 years old. We wished we could have a DXCR family reunion. But how do we do that without having to worry about airfare, arranging for time off work, children missing school (ie: being absent), and all the logistics involved? Then an idea blossomed.
Why not have a virtual reunion? Online? On Cyberflashes?
So we “met” online in Facebook. We chatted, shared stories, watched movie clips of DXCR, laughed over bloopers made on air, cried a little, and wished we could avail more of the station’s ministry. Through it all, we connected with each other, caught up, renewed friendships, and met new friends. Come! Journey with me! Even if only in our imagination! Imagine yourself in a place faraway, at a campground in the mountains. Airfare, time off work, children missing classes, and all the logistics are resolved. You felt the cool, crisp mountain air as soon as you got out of the car when you arrived early this afternoon. It is cool but not cool enough to require a sweater. There is a fairly large riverby the campsite and you see children of alumni gleefully paddling small row boats in it while their parents set up camp. You smell the scents of pine, of birch, and oak. You hear the happy waves of the river and a family of geese flying overhead as they begin their annual migration to warmer climates. You see many log cabins. One is assigned to your family. There is a picnic table outside your cabin and a BBQ grill. It is fairly quiet now but you know that as more people arrive, it would become merrier. This weekend in celebration of DXCR’s 40th Anniversary, everyone who has ever been connected with DXCR will gather in this momentous family reunion (albeit pretend only). This weekend the editors of Cyberflashes and the DXCR Alumni are pleased to bring you Cyberflashes’
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DXCR ISSUE
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DXCR Station Managers
ctober 6, 1973. Excitement rang at MVC and its surrounding areas. Church leaders, church members from surrounding barrios, and local dignitaries were on campus. Their focus was on DXCR, the long-awaited-for-radio station. Today was the day it was finally going to go LIVE! ON AIR! Broadcasting enthusiasts crowded around and inside the radio station. And the very first sign on and sign off spiel, also called the “Station ID” by some -- the announcement opening and closing the day’s broadcast with the Philippine National Anthem -- was done by my dad, Felipe B. Caballero, who was at that time the college treasurer. He had previously worked as a radio announcer at DYMV Cebu and was that day given the honor of saying the very first station ID on air. Throughout the years, DXCR experienced blessings, miracles, and challenges. As long as both the station and the college made God their #1 priority in everything, DXCR stood tall and strong. Job Tanamal, Ed Zamora, Ric Abordo, Manny Mullaneda, and today’s current station manager Pastor UL “Jun” Rivera, attest that God loves DXCR very much and has frequently provided Divine Intervention in the station’s behalf.
RIC ABORDO shares:
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used to receive several threats through letters or 2-meter radio messages from the NPA rebels. One letter detailed how its hit squad, the Sparrow unit, would carry out its operation if I continue to refuse to air their grievances against the government. The rising incidents of media practitioners gunned down or kidnapped did not help my case. One rainy afternoon while preparing for my 6 PM news, 3 armed men entered my office asking me to go outside with them. From my window I observed more men in uniform strategically posted outside the station. Immediately, the details of an assassination of a barangay captain in a neighboring village which I covered, came to my mind. He was also asked politely to go out from his house. Once outside, they shot him. Booom!
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I hesitated and decided to buy time. I offered them a box of "pulvoron" that had been on my desk for months. I talked with them in the nicest radio voice I could ever project. Every gap in our conversation was devoted to silent prayer. Those prayers, although the shortest, were the sincerest I ever uttered. Their team leader came inside the station apparently curious about the delay. When he ordered his men to usher the rest of my staff out, I gained a little courage to comply.
The short time I spent with their leader gave me time explain why I cannot give in to their request capitalizing on the station's religious programming format. When he said they came not to harm anybody but only to paralyze the station, I asked a male staff member to guide the men back inside the station and I devoted more time in silent prayer, entrusting everything to God. I learned later that the rebels took control not only of the radio station but also of the clinic, the store, and the administrative offices. The damage they wrought for the radio station was insignificant. They only took my typewriter, my bass guitar, and cut the mike cord in the main announcer's booth. Had they broken even one of the 3 transmitter tubes, our broadcast could have been suspended for months as each tube has to be ordered from the United States. We were able to resume our broadcast the following day. They took medicines from the clinic and goods from the college store. But no one was hurt nor molested during their 4-5 hours escapade at the campus. I still continued to receive threatening letters from them afterwards. In fact, one letter was intercepted by a staff member. But because nothing ever happened relative to those threats, that staff member who is now an ordained minister jokingly whistled or hummed the song "His Eye is on the Sparrow" referring to the Sparrow Unit. But my focus was more on the essence of the song: That if my God is concerned of a lowly sparrow, for sure He watches over me.” –Ric Abordo, a healthcare administrator at West Los Angeles, California, and a former station manager for DXCR, graduated from MVC in 1978 with a degree in AB-Theology. Imagine yourself in that mountain campsite. Dinner was a scrumptious fare and was followed by worship. Now, sitting around the campfire, the DXCR station managers seem to be bonding. Prompted by the raw emotion of having seen fellow DXCR workers again and of memories of God’s leading, they share their stories. As former news reporters, feeling that some good stories are in store, you and your friends join them around the campfire to hear. The children, also feeling the anticipation of great stories told first hand, lose interest in the nearby stream and the abandoned beaver dam they had found earlier. Now they settle with their own friends on mats and blankets around the campfire and prepare to hear more. As nightfall approaches, you scan the faces of those sitting around the campfire. You suddenly realize that alumni from all over the world are here tonight, former DXCR workers and their families literally joined together in praise and celebration. As you reminisce about God’s goodness towards DXCR and her crew, you observe that the current station manager appears a bit emotional. Others notice also as he schools his features and clears his throat. You sit forward just a little bit more to hear his story. And ….
PASTOR JUN RIVERA shares the following:
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have seen God intervene in behalf of DXCR often. But the most amazing Divine intervention that I've experience here at DXCR was during our first DXCR staff outing. We were going out to promote the reopening of the station. Everyone was excited. We borrowed the multi cab vehicle of the Community Extension Office for our ride going to Pangantucan Adventist Church at the western side of Maramag, Municipality. Our driver who was also one of our broadcasters , was not familiar with the zigzag road of that mountainous area. When we reached the peak of "Kuya" Mountain near Pangantucan the slope of the road became quite sharp and steep. There were many blind curves. If one drove too fast, one could easily go over the embankment (ma “overshot”)
and land on the wide, stony river below. We later learned that only a week prior, two vehicular accidents occurred on that bridge and five people died on the spot. A motorcycle also flew over the bridge; the driver was fatally injured. We drove carefully on that dangerous winding road when our vehicle went out of control and started gaining speed and momentum. I knew that we were in serious trouble which could be fatal. Our driver fought to gain control of the vehicle and we did not fly over the embankment. Instead, we hit the guardrails alongside the road. The vehicle slammed onto the sidewalk and the bridge. Everything happened so fast. When I finally opened my eyes I saw that everyone was crying and weltering in a pool of their own blood. I saw my wife covered in blood. Some of the staff were lying there completely motionless and I figured they were dead. I tried to get up but I could not move. I seemed to be paralyzed. The villagers who witnessed the accident came rushing to help. At first glance they concluded that surely there were fatalities especially since there were past fatalities from accidents on that same spot. But Lord did not will for us to die that day. He lovingly intervened and cradled us in His arms as angels guided the out of control vehicle. My wife, who is a diabetic, had only skinned her eyebrow. The rest of the crew had minor injuries. The villagers were stunned. “Surely God was watching over you!” they concluded in whispered awe. “You are the only ones who ever survived after an accident in this spot,” added another villager. While another villager stammered out, “who ARE you people?” All simply said, “Praise The Lord!” because we knew God has still many plans for us. Jeremiah 29:11. ‘For I know the plans I have for you,’ declares the Lord, ‘plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you HOPE and a FUTURE.”
DR. JONATHAN CATOLICO nods in agreement that God does intervene often in DXCR’s behalf. He said,
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fter several years of being off-air, the recent reopening of DXCR would have cost a large penalty. Instead we only had to pay a few thousand pesos. Praise the Lord!”
All are silent lost in their own thoughts. Many remember the incidents spoken of; they were there.
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“remember when we were kids and all the faculty kids slept outdoors near DXCR one night?… under all the stars?” The women both smile at the shared memory. A puppy whimpers
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The campfire crackles and pops. Some young people are quietly poking at the embers. Some young adults in the early 20s are quietly roasting young corn by the campfire but their newscaster ears are perked up sensing more good stories to come. The fire crackles again sending little sparks up the air like overgrown fireflies. A young woman sitting on a mat grins and whispers to her friend,
in his sleep, cuddled by one of the children sitting on the mats. More people arrive unfolding their camping chairs around the campfire, eager to hear more stories. And more DXCR stories there are …
D X C R STORIES A Brief History of DXCR ……………………………………….……... Pastor Ultimino Rivera, Jr.
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n the early pioneering days of Mountain View College, especially in 1960s, owning and operating a radio station seemed impossible. It was something that belonged only in one’s wildest dreams. But Dr. W. Richli, an American missionary physician at MVC, believed that with God NOTHING is impossible. He also believed that a radio station was vital to the ministry of the new college. He knew exactly what needed to be done and whom to speak to! At MVC’s make-shift clinic was a young man who had been injured while working at MVC’s logging construction that day; his fractured arm in a sling. However, from where Dr. Richli stood assessing the scene before him all he saw was a brilliant young man with much potential. He saw a great need for MVC to have its own radio station and he believed that this young man in front of him would play a vital part at MVC’s future radio station. Wasting no time, the doctor went to speak to the young patient. “Job, you need to change your line of work. Why don’t you venture into electronics? The college might open a radio station.” And he left young Job Tanamal to think it over. Five years later Benjie Tupaz, a young theology student, dreamt of having a Christian radio station on campus. Benjie told some faculty members and some ministerial students about the dream. But that dream was an impossible dream they knew.
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That same year (1971), American missionaries came to MVC to help with the radio station project. The Bolingers from Pacific Union College came and helped in the construction and installation of all electronic equipment. Mr. Bolinger even went to Clark Air base and Subic Bay Naval base with Job Tanamal to look for a used or second hand 180 foot antennae and a 5,000 Watts transmitter. Meanwhile, another group of American missionaries, Pat Bato and his wife, provided training in radio announcing, script writing, and the art of broadcasting. . Job Tanamal worked hand in hand with these missionaries and was appointed the first DXCR manager, the first radio operator, and the first radio technician. Because of Job Tanamal’s skills, expertise, and his license as first class radio operator, along with the collaboration of many believers and the prayers and faith of people around the world, the Christian radio station on MVC’s campus was finally born.
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In March 1971, Elder Cris Lauda was invited to come to MVC to be the Week of Prayer speaker. He spoke about faith and trust in God. God poured His Holy Spirit on His children and Elder Lauda’s sermons made a strong impact in the hearts of the students and faculty. While talking with various individuals on campus that week, he also learned about the dream to have a Christian radio station on campus. And with many, he knelt down to pray with them about it. At five o’clock in the morning of Elder Lauda’s last day on campus, students and faculty came to sing him songs and to bid him farewell. As goodbyes were being said, Elder Lauda gave the college five hundred dollars ($500.00) as seed money to start the radio station. In memory of his mother and his son, he later sent $10,000.00 dollars to finish the radio station construction. That is why MVC’s radio station is called “DXCR - Lauda Studio” in honour of the Lauda family.
The date that is considered significant for DXCR is October 06, 1973. On this day DXCR went on air sounding the three Angels messages and the soon coming of Jesus Christ. Daily the station was on air reaching many homes, and it never stopped until 2005 when it was closed for six years because of financial setbacks. But God is good! On October 6, 2011 during its 38th Anniversary, DXCR went back on the air with the help of strong supporters. It was revived by Mountain View College and subsidized by South Philippine Union Conference and North Central Mindanao Conference, while local churches, some businesses, and individuals, pitched in to help. Today DXCR, a beacon of light standing on the hilltop, continues to stand tall against the tempests that blow against it. DXCR continues to herald the banner of truth and prepare people for heaven. Let us continue reviving DXCR. The “used equipment” obtained in 1971 needs to be replaced to cope with today’s technology. Share what you can by donating to DXCR. People learn about Jesus’ love through DXCR’s being on air. We cannot personally visit multiple homes individually each day, but DXCR can! –Ultimino L. Rivera is the current Station Manage of DXCR-Lauda Studio also known as DXCR Hope Radio. He graduated from MVC in 1982 with a degree of AB Theology with two majors: Theology and Public Health. Prior to coming to MVC he completed his Aircraft Maintenance Technology at Mindanao Aeronautical Technology in Davao City in 1976.
DXCR – A Pioneer In The Adventist Radio Network …………... Dr. Jon Catolico
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s a second courser, I came to MVC in 1974, leaving my young family back home in General Santos City which was two days travel back then. One can only imagine how my family and I missed each other a lot.
Having had some experience in radio work before coming to MVC, I was asked to serve as a newscaster at DXCR. The College Radio that time was strong enough to reach General Santos City and many provinces of Mindanao. With that, my little family back home wouldn’t miss listening to me at 5:00-5:30AM and 5:30-6:00PM every day, Monday through Friday with religious newscast replacing the Friday evening news broadcast. That was the first blessing DXCR had provided me and my family throughout my stay at MVC for solid two years. It was during this stint at DXCR that my mind went wild wondering whether the claim: DXCR, a member of the ARN (Adventist Radio Network) would someday become a reality, with me providing leadership. Forty-one years later, today, that dream has come true with Hope Radio Philippines becoming a network in the whole archipelago and DXCR being part of that. In fact, by God’s grace, a television network has even become an added feature of that dream!
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DXCR back then was the church’s voice through the “wilderness”—a byword in every church in Bukidnon and elsewhere. Its absence in the air for some years created a void in the heart of church members but when it went alive again, the nostalgic past has been revived with greater zeal. DXBP Bagontaas, DXMC Iligan, DXME Mati, and DXHR Butuan have joined DXCR in proclaiming the hope of Christ’s soon-return. In a short while, more than 20 radio stations will dot the towns and provinces of the Philippines. Let us pray that the ministry of DXCR, the pioneer station of the church, will help hasten the Lord’s coming!
–Dr. Jonathan C Catolico, the Communication Director at Southern Asia-Pacific Division, graduated from MVC in 1976 with a degree in BS Education Major in Religion. He served two years at DXCR.
DXCR’s Impact On MVC’s Children ………….... Laurice Faye Madriaga-Tubunganua
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y four-year old, innocent, unknowing mind, couldn't comprehend what my daddy was saying. "That's Joy Joy singing right now," he said. "Right now?" I asked, truly puzzled. "Right now," He nodded.
It was a Sabbath afternoon and, from out of the radio, I could hear Joy Jimenez singing a song about croaking frogs on lily pads. But where was she? How was this happening? How? Dad said that the next week, I and my Kuya Kenji would join the other MVC faculty children on Uncle Welsie Dela Cruz's Sabbath afternoon show. We were to perform our fully perfected Japanese version of "Jesus Loves Me” (but minus our fancy kimonos, he said) and we'd be heard over the radio, just like Joy. The thrill and anticipation was indescribable. So, yes, I did sing for Uncle Welsie’s program. However, it wasn't the Japanese song. My Kuya Kenji had to do that on his own as panic and stage fright had overwhelmed me, reducing me to bouts of hysterical tears. No amount of coaxing and promises of bags of Chippy from the college store could convince me that everything would be alright. After a whole hour of drama (mostly of my own creation), I decided that, indeed, singing in front of the microphone wouldn't be the end of me. After all, the other kids who had already done their performances were still alive and now had celebrity-like auras about them. And from out of the kindness of her heart (or perhaps it was because she may have decided that it was an added bonus to her now growing celebrity status) Joy Jimenez said she'd sing with me. So we did. Uncle Welsie's show ended with me and Joy singing about croaking frogs on lily pads. Thus was my first introduction to DXCR. Since then, I grew to love DXCR. I accepted every opportunity shoved at me. As a child, I was asked to sing, to introduce music, or to read articles and news stories on varied radio programs. And I absolutely loved every minute of it!
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In 1999, Uncle Ric Abordo revived DXCR's official singing group, The AIRWAVES. For three months, I and 16 other MVC faculty kids traveled from California to Texas to Florida to represent DXCR and to solicit funds for its
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In 1999, I got my radio broadcasting license.
continuing existence through concerts. That memorable and immensely productive experience opened my eyes to the realization of what DXCR stood for, and I was thrilled to be a part of it! :) To this day, the thought of DXCR opens boxful of childhood memories -- the musky smell of the studios, the novelty and thrill of touching the equipments' buttons and levers, my daddy on his radio program dedicating the song "All I Want For Christmas Is My Two Front Teeth" to me when my baby teeth fell out, smells of freshly mowed grass as The Brothers Four "Greensleeves of Summer" played on the background, Sabbath morning music of the Maranatha Praise Strings, and the wonderful feelings of home and belongingness as the station I.D went "This is DXCR…..broadcasting from Mountain View College, Valencia, Bukidnon." –Laurice, a 1999 MVC graduated with a degree in BSE English, teaches at Bangkok, Thailand. Newly married, she is counting 9 days before she returns to Abu Dubai, UAE, to join her husband.
Thank You, DXCR! ………………………………………………………….…………. Welsie dela Cruz
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started working at DXCR from the ground up, literally. I started as a janitor (every student staff shared this job during those days), then on-air operator, news transcriber, host, DJ, news reporter, head of news department, and OIC programming director. While working at DXCR I learned discipline, perseverance, and the passion for mastery of the trade. These helped me become the technical media person that I am today. In those days, life as a news reporter for DXCR was hard. Cellphones were non-existent, no telephones, no two-way radio, no internet, and no fax: but we were able to deliver local news Monday through Thursday night by sheer creativity. The smallest audio equipment we had was a mini cassette recorder that was popular during those days and even those were a handful. We would gather news around Bukidnon in the morning, type the news, voice the report in the afternoon, and rush the final product (in 7-inch reel tapes) to the last jeepney leaving for MVC for the day. We used a walkie-talkie 3-M microphone, so we sounded like we had a powerful 2-meter radio base. The choice was not intentional - it was the only microphone we were allowed to abuse. We did not have multi-track recorders, but we attempted to do productions. Thinking about the work we did at DXCR, I could say it was fun. I envy the current crew. They have the necessary gadgets available now that we cannot even dream of during our days. I feel I have not done enough yet for DXCR. I wish I could go back and be creative with the aid of all these tools that we have today. I'd like to say “Thank you” DXCR for the fun and the learning, and the special friendships that I developed with my listeners and with my fellow student workers. I count those days as among the best in my life. I'd also especially thank Ric Abordo for giving me the crack at DXCR. – Welsie dela Cruz graduated from MVC in the early 1990s. He currently works at Communications Dept of the Southern Asia Pacific Division where one of his projects include upgrading a small radio studio for audio and video productions. PANAWAGAN!! : How do you like the DXCR Issue so far? Interested in getting your MVC-
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I personally am interested in working with the Master Guide Club, the Young Theologians Club, the new IT/Computing School, and the Ministerial Seminar. I am waiting to hear back from your leaders! We are also looking for students & alumni willing to write with us! For more information, email us!
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MEET THE CREW
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t our imaginary 40th Anniversary DXCR Family Reunion Worldwide Camping, more DXCR alumni and staff arrive. The sun had set two hours ago making the western horizon burst into a brilliant show of reds, oranges, and purples. You hear the soft bubbling of the nearby river and smell the mixture of clean mountain air, pines, a campfire, and sweet corn roasting. The night is getting cooler. More logs had been efficiently added to the fire. More cartloads of corn had been roasted and enjoyed. MVC-brand soy coffee and Milo (May Luy-ah) have been made and distributed around, their respective aromas and tastes bringing memories of pleasant days on campus. An owl hoots at a distance. Children edge closer to the fire waiting to hear more stories, some of them working very hard to stay awake past their bedtime. A particularly brilliant lad, perhaps 8 years of age, shyly settles next to the group of station managers. Clearly he has a question. “Lolos,” he politely addresses the station managers as a whole remembering how his dad had introduced the elders to him earlier that day. “But that was so long ago when you were in DXCR! Who does the broadcasting now that some of you are ….” Shyly pauses for a moment unsure how to politely say what he has in mind. He studies the embers, suddenly very interested in them. Then, as though gaining the courage he needed, he tries a different approach. “Well, you’re kinda retired, right? My mom is 33 and she’s really old. But you don’t work there at DXCR anymore, right? I mean …. who does all the cool stuff now?” Pastor Jun Rivera, the current station manager of DXCR, flashes his mega-watt smile at the young boy. Then he explains that like many industries and departments in MVC, DXCR is run mostly by students. Some of them are working students while many are student volunteers. Each of them passes through a stringent screening process to be part of the team. Each shares a passion for media/communications and is willing to work hard in exchange for the hands-on training and mentoring received at the station. However, unlike other industries and departments in MVC, DXCR is a ministry that enters private homes and offices each day. It enters homes not just in Bukidnon but around the world through her broadcasts. Then Pastor Rivera turns to the group of young adults who had previously been busily roasting corn but who were now sitting around the campfire eager to hear more stories. He gives a subtle nod. A young man in blue shirt had earlier introduced himself as Del. Now he stands up and motions to his friends to come join him in front of everyone so that they could introduce themselves. The bubbly girl who often speaks in Tagalog giggled, “Mauna ka na, Jay-One!” she says in a sing-songpouty manner and nudges her friend and co-host James forward
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“Nahala! … Sigi! …. BULHUT! booms a deep voice from among the large group of people now sitting around the fire, wrapped in blankets to ward off the cold. The voice is obviously that of a broadcaster’s and this one is filled with so much mischief. When he was handing out roasted corn to alumni earlier he had introduced himself as Joezer. Now he grins and joins his team in the front.
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But the guy in blue – you say his name is Del? –he seems to be in charge and the others seem to listen to what he has to say. He clears his throat and prepares to speak…..
Program Coordinator: Del Mark Valendez, 26, from Bagontaas, Bukidnon | Student. Volunteer |3 years’ service at DXCR. Licensed Broadcaster | 4th year AB-Theology. 2nd year BS Education
Duties: “Currently, I am responsible for all the programs in DXCR. I look for qualified people, subject matter experts, to take part in doing certain programs like, a pastor for the program of preaching, an accountant for the program of entrepreneurship, etc. I make sure everything aired reflects a Christian view point. I also work as a broadcaster, disk jockey (DJ), commentator, and newscaster. I update listeners with current events and issues locally, within the nation, and internationally.” Top 3 Favorite Programs: “I like “Pagpalambu Sa Panimalay” hosted by Mrs. Elsa Dayahan. Topics discussed in this program include dealing with family problems, how to build happy family relationships, and healthful living. I like “DXCR Balita” as it helps listeners become more aware of current events. My 3rd favorite is “Lamdag sa Kamatuoran” where we share God’s message with listeners. It is inspiring to know that we could share the gospel with people and reach them through media.” Editor’s Note: “Pagpalambu Sa Panimalay” heard at California at 5:30PM Sun-Thu. I started listening to this program because Auntie Elsa’s voice is soothing and her topics wholesome; a perfect way to unwind after a hectic day at work. My husband, who understands almost half of the words said, listens because he gets a kick out of the vintage bisaya love songs played. “Pagpalambu Sa Panimalay” Hosted by: Mrs. Elsa Dayahan. (8:30AM-9:00 Mon-Fri) “DXCR Balita” Announced by Del Valendez. (7:15AM-8:00AM) “Lamdag sa Kamatuoran” Hosted by: Pastor S. Rodrigo. (6:30PM-7:00PM Mon-Thu)
Program Host: James Enoveno, 27, from Isabela City, Basilan Province | Student. Volunteer.
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Duties: I have my own program each morning at 5:15AM-6:30AM called, “Morning Na Bukidnon.” First I come up come up with the material, write the script, record the program, and then edit the audios for airing. I also regularly DJ and assist in wherever I am needed in the station. Top 3 Favorite Programs: “I like my program “Good Morning Bukidnon”, “Ikaw, Ako, Ug Ang Awit”. and “The Radio Quiz Show” because these programs involve the radio listeners and you can interact with them on air.”
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3 years of service at DXCR. Licensed broadcaster | 3rd year BS-Information Technology.
Editor’s Note: “Good Morning Bukidnon” hosted by: Sophia Pascua/James Enoveno. (Sun-Sab 5:15AM-6:30AM) “Ikaw, Ako, Ug Ang Awit” Hosted by: Joezer Pamesa. (4:00PM-5:00PM Sun. 3:30PM-4:00PM Fri) “The Radio Quiz Show” Hosted by: S. Pascua, M.Barrera, E. Narciso (Mon-Thu 12:15 to 1:00 p.m.)
Program Host: Jared Estore, 26, from Bayugan City, Agusan del Sur | Working Student 1 semester service at DXCR. | 3rd year BS-Information Technology. Duties: “I am a fulltime working student in DXCR. My program is “Paglaum Luyo sa Imong Suliran” which airs Saturday and Sunday at 7:15PM-8:15PM. Sitting with me in the booth is my co-host Ma’am Emelita Baul, a licensed guidance counselor. Radio listeners send us letters describing true-to life experiences that may be bitter, or love stories, or simply unforgettable moments in life. Often they ask questions or advice. I read the letters on air and both Ma’am Baul and I offer advice during the program. I am also an audio editor and operator. When nobody is available to DJ or do reflection, I step in to help. I am also training to become a newscaster.” Top 3 Favorite Programs: “My number one favorite is my program, “Paglaum Luyo Sa Imong Suliran” because I like helping people and giving advice. My second favorite is ““Pahimangno Sa Panglawas” hosted by Pastor Selverio Reyno. It is about health. I learn a lot in this program. My third favorite is “Crossroads” hosted by Pastor Jimmy Adil where you learn about human habits and activities that control you. He discusses different dysfunctions and addictions afflicting humanity today. Editor’s Note: “Paglaum Luyo Sa Imong Suliran” airs Saturdays and Sundays at 7:15PM8:15PM. It is co-hosted by Jared Estore & Emelita Baul. Ms. Baul is a licensed guidance counselor serving at MVC. In addition to her regular duties at MVC, she also conducts seminars in the community and trains young people like Jared Estore as peer counselors. Meanwhile, “Crossroads” which airs on Sundays at 8:15PM-9:00PM is hosted by Pastor Jimmy Adil who is a minister and a licensed guidance counselor especially trained on the psychology of addictions. Pastor Selverio Reyno who hosts Pahimangno Sa Panglawas” has a Master’s Degree in Public Health and has special training in providing education in topics of preventive medicine. He has work experience as a hospital chaplain and is currently the Director of Spiritual Ministry at MVC. “Paglaum Luyo sa Imong Suliran” Hosts: Jared Estore/Emelita Baul. (Sat-Sun 7:15PM-8:15PM) “Pahimangno Sa Panglawas” Hosted by Pastor Selverio Reyno. (Sun-Fri 6:30AM-7:00AM) “Crossroads” Hosted by: Pastor Jimmy Adil. (Sun 8:15PM-9:00PM)
Program Host/DJ: Sophia Pascua, 18, from Valencia Bukidnon | Student. Volunteer.
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Duties: “I am a student volunteer in DXCR Hope Radio. In the mornings I host the program “Good Morning Bukidnon.” This program is for entertainment. My co-host James Enoveno and I read greetings and song requests that the listeners send in. In this program I am known as Sophie. As one of the DJs, it is truly challenging for me wake up 40 minutes before our program starts and walk towards the station from my dormitory. At the station, my co-host and I think of ways to make the listeners enjoy, smile, and laugh with us. This program, which airs daily at 5:15AM-
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18 months of service in DXCR | 2nd year AB-English
6:30AM, is filled with enthusiasm. Listening to it is a good way to awaken. After my morning classes, I return to the station to prepare for my next program called the “Radio Quiz Show”, a entertainment and educational program. My co-hosts, Maureen Elysse Barrera and Edmond Narciso, and I prepare fun trivia questions and ask the questions on-air. Listeners call in with their answers. The first one who calls in with the correct answer gets a prize from the station. Ensuring the quality of the trivia questions is my responsibility. In this program, I am known as Kringle. The “Radio Quiz Show” airs Mondays to Thursdays at 12:15 noon to 1:00PM. The opportunities and tasks assigned to me at the station have taught me to manage my time carefully and responsibly.” Top 3 Favorite Programs: I love “Good Morning Bukidnon” program because I enjoy greeting the sunshine that greets me daily. I love the people around me and our radio listeners. My co-host and I get to come up with fun surprises every day. This also states how we face life. It may be usual or patterned but there will always be a difference even if unnoticed at times.” My second favorite is “The “Radio Quiz Show.” I love researching different fun facts each day. I get to explore a lot. Spaces, language, history, places, plants and science and a lot more. Even exotic facts are learned here. Everyone learns in this program.” My third favorite is “Takna Sa Pamalandong” “Aired before sunrise, the program tells of life stories teaching me that in spite of bad things in this world, there is always good news. It fills my heart and mind with wonderful thoughts.” Editor’s Note: “Good Morning Bukidnon” Hosted by: Sophie Pascua/James Enoveno. (5:15AM-6:30AM daily) “Radio Quiz Show” Hosted by: S. Pascua, M.Barrera, E. Narciso (Mon-Thu 12:15 to 1:00 p.m.) “Takna Sa Pamalandong” Hosted by: Pastor Jun Rivera (5:05-5:15AM; 9:50-10:00PM daily)
Program Host: Nicoli Rivera, 21, from MVC, Bukidnon | Student. Volunteer. 1 year of service in DXCR. Temp Accreditation from KBP | 3rd year AB-Theology. Role: “I have a passion in communicating and sharing God’s love to the people through on the air. Each Friday at 9:00PM-9:45PM I co-host a program with Iris Tigley called, “Vesper Echo.” We talk about the old song writers, their famous undying compositions (hymns), and their background history. Hopefully next semester I will be able to start my second program called “Bible Capsule” but that’s still in the works.”
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Editor’s Note: “Vesper Echo.” Hosted by: Nicoli Rivera & Iris Tigley. (Fri at 9:00PM-9:45PM) “Paglaum Luyo sa Imong Suliran” Hosts: Jared Estore/Emelita Baul. (Sat-Sun 7:15PM-8:15PM) “The Radio Quiz Show” Hosts: S. Pascua, M.Barrera, E. Narciso (Mon-Thu 12:15 to 1:00 p.m.)
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Top 3 Favorite Programs: “My favorite program is of course “Vesper Echoes” which I host with Iris Tigley. Knowing the history a certain song and written by a famous writer make me whisper in the wind that someday I can write an immortal song also. The next program I love to listen to is the Saturday and Sunday evening program of Jared about “life experiences” (“Paglaum Luyo Sa Imong Suliran) with Ma’am Baul, the College Guidance Counselor giving advice to the senders. And the third program that I like most is the “Radio Quiz show” which is aired every 12:15 to 1:00 p.m. being hosted by Sophia and Maureen Barrera my cousin. It is very informative and alive. I like it very much.
Program Host: Shiela Canilao, 25, from Mawab, Compostela Valley | Working Student 1 year service at DXCR. |2nd year BSBA-Human Resources Management Major. Duties: “I am a part-time working student working at DXCR as a secretary and program host. I have 2 programs: “Bulawanong Kahibalo” (Golden Knowledge) which airs Mondays to Friday at 10:00AM-10:30AM and “Lines of Inspiration” which airs on Sabbaths from noon-1:00PM. Nepthalie Apa is my co-host at “Bulawanong Kahibalo” and Ian Ba-al is my co-host at “Lines of Inspiration.” Top 3 Favorite Programs: “Bulawanong Kahibalo” is one of my favorites, not because it is my program, but because everyone who listens to this program is blessed. Even I am blessed and have learned so much as I share facts and trivia about God’s creation! My second favorite is “Lines of Inspiration.” Life has many ups and downs. This program helped me realize that truly God has a plan for us who live in this dying world. It has helped me grow in faith, and encourages me to read more, to study deeper, and to yearn for more knowledge. The quotations and Bible verses speak to my heart. My third favorite is “777 Prayer” which is hosted by: Pastor Jun Rivera. In this busy world we sometimes forget to pray and to thank God for all that He has done for us. In this program we are all reminded to unite together as a family in prayer, to refresh our minds from our busy work, and to pause for a while for the outpouring of the Holy Spirit. The more prayer, the more Power.” Editor’s Note: “Bulawanong Kahibalo” Hosted by: Shiela Canilao & Nephalie Apa. (Mon-Fri 10:00-10:30AM) “Lines of Inspiration” Hosted by: Shiela Canilao & Ian Ba-al. (Sabbaths noon-1:00PM) “777 Prayer” Hosted by: Pastor UL Rivera, Jr. (Daily 7:00AM & 7:00PM)
Program Host: Ian Alfer Ba-al, 19, from Butuan City | Student. Volunteer. |Pioneered at
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Role: “I am a broadcaster and program host at DXCR. My program, “The Noon Tym Mix” airs on Fridays at noon-1:00PM. My other program, “The Lines of Inspiration”, airs every “Sabbath at noon-1:00PM. I am also responsible for DXCR’s Facebook Fan Page, providing updates and news. Our Facebook Fan Page can be found at www.facebook.com/dxcrhoperadiophils. I am hoping to one day soon build our website for DXCR.”
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DXHR Hope Radio at Butuan | 1½ years of service in DXCR. | 2nd year BS-Information Technology.
Top 3 Favorite Programs: “I love listening to “Takna Sa Paginampoay” or “777 Prayer”. This serves as a prayer line or a prayer meet for the community. It unites people in prayer and in asking for the outpouring of the Holy Spirit. I also like “Lines of Inspiration.” “Quotes from different writers and personalities are used in this program. They help give us understanding to different aspects in life, giving hope to lowly hearts, and inspiring them through the Word of God. In this program, we promote the importance of reading the Bible, the source of true understanding, and we read the Bible on air. And I treasure the stories and lessons learned in “Paglaum luyo sa imong suliran”. Hearing about others’ troubled life stories and hearing the wise advice given to them in their particular situation by our guidance personnel here in MVC is great.” “777 Prayer” Hosted by: Pastor Jun Rivera. (7:00AM & 7:00PM daily) “Lines of Inspiration” Hosted by: Shiela Canilao & Ian Ba-al. (Sabbaths noon-1:00PM) “Paglaum Luyo Sa Imong Suliran” Hosts: Jared Estore/Emelita Baul.(Sat-Sun 7:15PM-8:15PM)
Program Host: Iris Kaye Tigley, 19, from Tupi, South Cotabato | Student. Volunteer. 3 year service at DXCR. | 2nd year BSEd-MAPEH Duties: “I am a newscaster at DXCR and a program host. My newscast is at 10:30AM-11:30AM weekdays. On Friday evenings at 9:00PM-9:45PM I host the program “Vespers Echoes” with my co-host Nicoli Rivera. Top 3 Favorite Programs: “I love every program in DXCR because everything is polished and well-chosen before being played on air. But since I only have to choose 3, so here are my favorites. First, not to be bias, but I really really like most is my program—Vespers Echoes. I like it the most because of the interesting stories behind of each songs .This program is right after the church service so it gives a meditative moment to each listeners and even I, myself. Second, the Radio Quiz Show. This program increases the knowledge, and boosts the courage of those listeners to answer because of the prizes that awaits them. Lastly, I like the program entitled The Adventures in Odyssey. Lots of inspiring stories and values, that not only for children, but also for the adults to listen to and get inspired. I guess these three programs gives us a lift in life whenever we feel down sometimes, but every program of DXCR HOPE Radio is a blessing to us and a guide to our daily walk with God. Editor’s Note: “Vesper Echo.” Hosted by: Nicoli Rivera & Iris Tigley. (Fri at 9:00PM-9:45PM) “The Radio Quiz Show” Hosts: S. Pascua, M.Barrera, E. Narciso (Mon-Thu 12:15 to 1:00 p.m.) Adventures in Odyssey. (Mon-Fri 11:00-11:30)
Program Host: Joezer Pamesa, 26, from Pagan Kitaotao, Bukidnon| Student. Volunteer
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Duties: “I have been a DJ at DXCR since the station reopened . I have two programs. The first program I have is called, ‘Ikaw, Ako, Ug Ang Awit”. This airs from Sunday to Thursday at 4:00PM5:00PM. I accept text messages and calls from radio listeners who call in to greet friends and request religious songs. We have many new-found friends among our listeners. DXCR is a very friendly station. The second program I have is entitled, “This Is How God Cares” which airs
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2 year service at DXCR. | 2nd year AB-Theology.
3:00PM-5:00PM every Friday as God’s children are preparing to meet the Sabbath. Bad experiences and good experiences, our program offer a unique way for listeners to offer God thanksgiving for His Goodness and love for each of us.” Top 3 Favorite Programs: “This Is How God Cares” is one of my favorite programs because we can gather different experiences that God really does exist today and He cares. “Paglaum Luyo sa Imong Suliran” is my second favorite program because we are helping and guiding others in solving their problems by giving them Godly advice. My third favorite is “Lamdag Sa Kamatuoran” because the main purpose of this station is to proclaim the Good News of Salvation.” “Ikaw, Ako, Ug Ang Awit” Hosted by: Joezer Pamesa. (Sun-Thu 4:00PM-5:00PM) “This Is How God Cares” Hosted by: Joezer Pamesa. (Fri 3:00PM-5:00PM)
D X C R TRIVIA DXCR Hope Radio is located inside the beautiful campus of Mountain View College, Bukidnon It transmits with the power of 10,000 watts through its 180 feet tower. It is the strongest radio station in Bukidnon. It operates LIVE from 5:00AM-10:00PM, however the station is piloting being on air 24/7 . Listeners call in from all over the Philippines, the United States, Europe, and the Middle East Except for the station manager and technical director, all the DXCR staff are students. DXCR is a member of the Kapisanan ng mga Brodkaster sa Pilipinas (KBP). DXCR is a non-commercial AM broadcast station Programs are development oriented. To help build the radio station, each of the clubs on campus donated 350 pieces of hollow blocks
In 2005 the station shut down due to technical difficulties. In October 6, 2011 the station reopened January 28-29, 2012 for KBP license holders & interested individuals was held in on campus. DXCR continues to faithfully minister to its listeners, which increased recently due to online streaming and 24/7 broadcasting. DXCR celebrates its 40th anniversary on October 6, 2013
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http://dxcrhoperadio.listen2myradio.com/
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DXCR needs to continued support
PROGRAM SCHEDULE Normally, DXCR signs on at 4:47AM and signs off at 10:00PM each day. However in the past two weeks, because of the interest generated by alumni members outside the Philippines, the radio station staff are testing how they can broadcast 24/7. The testing is going well so far. Recordings of programs aired during the day are now replayed during their night time hours so that we can hear DXCR at the other side of the world. Future programs are being taken into consideration. If you have suggestions, message me or email me as I am working closely with the station leadership to get DXCR heard around the globe consistently. Question: Can someone in Africa, United States, Europe, or Australia, listen to DXCR? Answer: YES! Anyone with internet access can listen to DXCR using their computer, laptop, iPhone, iPad, Blackberry, etc. Go to (http://dxcrhoperadio.listen2myradio.com/
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Question: I am having trouble streaming DXCR from my iPhone. Is there an app I can use instead? Answer: No, there is no DXCR app. Yet. But if you are willing to create one free of charge to DXCR, I know of a few who are willing to test it!
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t our imaginary Anniversary DXCR Family Reunion Worldwide Camping, the campers valiantly remain around the campfire, afraid that they would miss a single story share should they dare to leave the circle. As talk about DXCR programs and programming ensued, moments are spiced as former broadcasters get up at random to theatrically perform their own “Station ID” versions that seem to have diversified throughout the years. Each performance is greeted with heartfelt applause and whistles from the appreciative audience. Meanwhile, the children, now cocooned in their snugly sleeping bags and blankets, have fallen asleep next to each other on the mats. The adults don’t mind; they continue to huddle around the fire resurrecting memories long forgotten. “Mao kani ang tingog sa paglaum: DXCR. Nagasibya sa Mountain View College, Malaybalay, Bukidnon!” Recited a 50-something year old man theatrically. The campers applauded heartily. “Shedding the light in the pathway of HOPE! This is DXCR. Broadcasting from Mountain View College, Malaybalay, Bukidnon!” A 60-something year old female joined in amid cheers and applause. A retiree gets up to stand in front of the group, lowering his voice into a beautiful bass, and pantomiming having a microphone in front of him, he drawls: “Ug ang takna sa pagkakaron, mga higala ko, … hapit na gyud mag alas syete!” Pandemonium breaks as very one burst out laughing. Each seem to recall having heard a colleague or two do something similar during their own time. As the group quiets down, an elderly lady speaks up. She asked if anyone had any news about MVC. What was happening on campus these days? Fortunately, Dr. Cabana, Nelson Madriaga, and some of his students where at the (imaginary) camping and were able to share the latest news!
TWO MVC RESEARCH PROJECTS GET PCHRD APPROVAL
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wo MVC research projects have been approved for funding by the Philippine Council for Health Research and Development (PCHRD) through the Northern Mindanao Consortium for Health Research and Development (NorMinCOHRD).
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Present at the meeting were the MVC faculty led by Veneracion Cabana, PhD., F.A.H.A., Director of the CFR: Apolinar, Paulican, PhD., Dean, School of Arts and Sciences and CFR Satistician; Leonila Reyno, MSN, Dean, School of Nursing; SON faculty members Lourlyn Mansaguiton, MSN, and Venus Borja. MSN; James Sumagaysay, M. S., SAS (Biology) faculty member; and Janellie Sumatra, MAN, Chief Nurse at the Valencia Sanitarium and Hospital.
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Among 13 research proposals submitted by various colleges and universities in Region X, seven were approved for funding. Two of the seven were research projects from MVC. The exciting news was announced last Friday, September 13, during the meeting of the NorMinCOHRD at the DOH – DOST 10 Office in Cagayan de Oro. Knowing the difficulty of getting approval for funding for research, the MVC Center For Research (CFR) surely thanks the Lord for allowing us this opportunity
The approval of funding for these projects will strengthen the status of the School of Nursing especially with the mandate by CHED that the SN faculty be involved in research. This is only the beginning. Other projects are being prepared for submission for funding to various agencies. Collaborations with international universities are also being pursued which is expected to also generate funds. The vision of the CFR is for MVC to be a Center of Excellence in Research in Mindanao and beyond. The projects from MVC approved for funding are: (1) Health mapping of selected heavily commercialized agriculture areas in Bukidnon Coordinator Project Leader: Lourlyn Mansaguiton, R.N., M.S.N. Co-Investigators: Janiellie Sumatra, M.A.N, Apolinar Paulican, Ph.D., Starry Blue Rosalejos, RM.T, M.A.Ed. (c), Winnie Irene Layos, M.D. Consultant: Veneracion Cabana, Ph.D., F.A.H.A. This project was expanded from a thesis research project by SN students advised by Mrs Sumatra. This should inspire other Schools to coordinate with the CFR; perchance some of the thesis of their students can also be expanded for a school-wide project that can be submitted for funding. Research and publication is the current mandate by education accrediting bodies. (2) Health seeking and health promoting behavior of the elderly in selected cities of Region X Coordinator/Project Leader:Janellie Sumatra, M.A.N. in collaboration with other HEI of Region X: (LDCU, CU, BSU, IMCC) Consultant: Veneracion Cabana, Ph.D., F.A.H.A. This project was conceived and developed during a research proposal writing workshop held by NorMinCOHRD the previous year. -- by Dr. Veneracion Cabana, an avid hiker and lover of nature, is MVC’s director of MVC’s Center For Research (CFR). Prior to coming to MVC, she worked in the United States in the field of Research
MVC’s Campus Journalism class, required for all education students majoring in English, continues to be so fortunate to have Dr. Nelson Madriaga as their instructor. Graduating from MVC in 1970 with a degree in BSE English, he proceeded to achieve higher scholastic achievements by earning an MA in English from Adventist University of the Philippines in 1980 and a PhD in English and Literature from Silliman University, Dumaguete, in 1993. Below are the news reports by his students.
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ccording to the congratulatory letter from Dr. Safary Wa-Mbaleka, Chair of the Planning Committee of the 14th AIIAS International Conference, the paper entitled “Multidisciplinary Research, Role in the Reinvention of Higher Education: New Paradigm, Innovation and Growth,“ by Dr. Veneracion Cabana, Director of the Center for Research (CFR), is set to be presented as a Plenary Session at the said Conference
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CABANA TO PRESENT A PLENARY PAPER AT AIIAS
Plenary Sessions are important components of any conference. This paper is expected to add to the visibility of MVC and recognition of the MVC Center for Research. The same paper has been presented by Cabana as a Continuing Education Unit at the Adventist University of the Philippines (AUP) during the 1st International PUC/AUP Alumni Convention last March 2013.
MINISTERIAL SEMINAR DOES COMMUNITY SERVICE
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ome members of the Ministerial Seminar, together with the Massage Class of Mr. Benjie Esquilarga, did community service in Barangay Guinuyoran, Valencia City on September 15. The student volunteers not only wished to make a difference in the world, but also changes in their own lives. The program started with the singing of the National Anthem led by Miss Irish Pasco. It was followed by a special music from the MS Officers. Barangay Captains Eddie Aciňero and Rustom Pasco gave the welcome remarks. The volunteers did various services such as: free blood pressure check-up by the nursing students; free massage by the Massage Class; free hair cut by selected students; clean-up drive by all the MS members; children’s program led by the MS BSST Officers and members; Feeding Program by selected students, and a lecture on nutrition assistance by Dr. Alejandro Panes One of the MS members who helped the feeding program, Ms. Loury Ann Abuyme, said: “Hunger is real. There is much we can do year round to bring hope and a simple meal to just one person living life on the streets. Be the Cause! Volunteer to Help the Underserved! Donate Your Time/Talent for Others.” The current Ministerial Seminar Officers are: President -- Rodolfo Tangente; Vice President -Jimboy Ligan; Secretary -- Jennifer Anto; Assoc. Secretary -- Shiela Mae Besas; Treasurer -Din Valendez; Assoc. Treasurer – Eleonor Pagal; Auditor – Evelyn Saclote; Parliamentarian -Jemar Cabasag; P.I.O -- Benjie Esquilarga; Music Coordinator -- Dale Dariagan; Assignment Coordinator --Armando Andrade; Transportation Coordinator -Emerighon Cagubcob; Assoc.Transportation Coordinator -- Kervin Cabrera; MS Pastor -- Eusebio Gandam; Assoc. MS Pastor -- Dan Namanya; Church Planting Coordinator -- Jesus Canales; V.O.P. Coordinator -- Mervyn Dale Benedicto; Assoc. V.O.P. Coordinator -- Clifford Jac Abejo; BSST Coordinator -- Richel Ancero: Assoc. BSST Coordinator -- Rhea Fe Anto; Artists -- Bounthan Lee and Honey Leigh Nietes MS. Coordinator -- Pastor Adamson Baliton Community Service Committee Program Committee in Charge: Bro. Jimboy Ligan and Eusebio Gandam Food Committee in Charge: Bro. Jemar Cabasag, Honey Leigh Nietes, Dale Dariagan, Evelyn S aclote Sound System in Charge: Emerighon Cagubcob, Jesus Canales, Mervyn Dale Benedicto Transportation in Charge: Emerighon Cagubcob, Kevin Cabrera CHAPERONS -- Dr. Alejandro Panes, Mr. Benjie Esquilarga
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-- by Darlene Caliso, Student |Campus Journalism Class
MVCA STUDENTS WIN IN WRITING CONTESTS
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tudents from the MVC Acadmy attended the Division Schools’ Press Conference held at the Valencia City Central Elementary School, September 3-4. They competed in the news and sports writing, editorial cartooning and other contests. The winners were:
First placers Lorrane Azriel Paulican for Copy Reading and Headline Writing (Filipino). Ned Ivan Bayeta, Sports News Writing, (English). Second placers Ned Ivan Bayeta, Beryl Joshua Borja, Kenny Lee Cometa,
Lyell Zyrk Elumba, Azaria Galinato, Ornice Claire Opao and
Ronn Dean Señoren for Collaborative Publishing..
Third placers Katrina Isabel Abesta, News Writing (Filipino), Earl Donnie Villaver, Editorial Cartooning (Filipino), Lyell Zyrk Elumba, Editorial Cartooning (English). Fifth placers : Beryl Joshua Borja for Feature Writing (English), Ornice Claire Opao for Copyreading and Headline Writing (English). The teachers who went with them were: Miss Sharry Amor Abduhraman, Asst. Prof. Lorna Paulican and Asst. Prof. Liel Gem Villaver. The first to third placers will qualify for the regional level on September 19. -- by Japhet Ramos Student |Campus Journalism Class
PRINCIPAL RELEASES PRINCIPAL’S LIST
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ssoc. Prof. Nathaniel Canarecio, MVC Academy principal, has released the names of those who landed in the Principal’s List during the first grading period. The award is given to student: (1) has no grade lower than 85% in all credit and non-credit subjects; and (2) has no conduct grade lower than B-. The students who qualified for the Principal’s List are: Grade 7 – Kenric David Aperocho, Greg Beltran, Kirk Danie Iyo, Jules Verny Majorenos, Erbert Grant Vargas, Danielle Cena, Rasyl Zhaun Gauzon Grade 8- Andrei Lee Acson, Earl Donnie Villaver, Keraklisia Bae Adil, Ornice Claire Opao. Third Year – Tedd Daniel Asok, David Neil Baul, Rein Beryl Gaje, Karl Maxel Lao, Mars Mansaguiton Jr., Katrina Isabel Abesta, May Belle Flor Barnuevo, Celeste Louise Ferrer, Azaria Galinato, Krishna Majorenos, Omega Love Pueblo
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Fourth Year – Beryl Joshua Borja, Philip Sandae Dablio, Lyell Zyrk Elumba, Aldwin JanJarovilla, Mc Kloyd Lao, Carlo Kurt Osorio, Zarah Gem Asis, Kyrie Ann Flor Barnuevo, Maffy Dait, Lorrane Azriel Paulican
EARTH SOCIETY SPONSORS “CLIMB FOR A CAUSE”
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he Ecological Anthropological Researchers and Tropical Hikers (EARTH) Society sponsored a “Climb for a Cause” at the SULADS Comprehensive High School in Sto. Domingo, Lumintao, Quezon, September 13-15. According to Ymae Enerio, EARTH Society president, this effort is a follow-up activity of their Basic Mountaineering Course Seminar last July. The new members were expected to put into practice their newly-learned guideship skills from that seminar. The 22 hikers, their sponsors, and Alauda Arvensis members assembled at the CSC building and left the campus on Friday at 2 p. m. The group arrived at their destination around 9 p. m. and had their worship after supper. On the Sabbath, they welcomed the morning mist and fog with praise and songs during their devotional. Right after breakfast, they trooped to the church for the Sabbath program. During the Adventist Youth program a special feature called The Tribal Tour was presented. Composed of five different tribes in Mindanao separated by stations, each tribe would share something of its culture and language. On Sunday morning, the group distributed relief goods and used clothes and bags. They also gave some money to the SULADS CHS. The Alauda Arvensis had a big part in the program’s success. During the Hour of Worship they rendered several songs. The EARTH Society officers and members would like to thank their sponsors who joined them: Mr. and Mrs. Osward Carmelo and family, Mrs. Erlyn Collamat, Mr. Marlon Marco, the alumni who were former EARTH Society members, the non-MVCian friends from Valencia City, and the Alauda Arvensis members. -- by Sweet Kenny Dawn Locop. Student |Campus Journalism Class
A Modern Dorcas ……………………… Elvie V. Subigca | Bantolinao Literacy Center
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Nanay Susing was known for her kindness and generosity. People in the village liked her very much. Whenever needed, she would offer and give what she had even if it was her last. She would always say, “You need it more. I can manage. I will just look for another one.” Every day, children came to
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anay Susing Habana lived with her husband, Tatay Filemon, in the small village of Bantolinao, the village where we were assigned as SULADS Volunteers. Bantolinao is located at Barangay. Padi-ay, Sibagat, Agusan del Sur. It is a two hour hike from Balonbon Literacy Center, the neighbouring SULADS Literacy Center in the municipality of Sibagat.
her house, eating the food that Nanay Susing prepared for them. Nanay Susing and Tatay Filemon were childless and they treated these children as their own. I would often see their house filled with joy because of these children coming to their house. One day, I noticed that children weren’t going to their house anymore. I thought Nanay and Tatay had gone somewhere so I did not bother to ask the village people. Days passed and still I did not see Nanay Susing coming out of her house. I only saw Tatay Filemon leave their house in the morning and get back at noon or in the afternoon. My husband and I began to wonder what happened to Nanay Susing . One day, an 8-year old girl came to our house and told us that Nanay Susing was sick. She could not swallow her food. The child told us that the village people were afraid that she might die soon because of her present condition. Hearing this, I quickly got medicine from our medicine box, biscuits from our stock for my children, and prepared a glass of milk and brought it all to Nanay’s house. When I arrived at her house, I saw the pale, thin, and sick body of Nanay. I offered her the glass of milk and the biscuits that I brought hoping she could swallow those before I could give her the medicine. She was happy to see me. She told me that no one from her relatives visited to take care of her. It was only her husband and a few children that came to their house that took care of her during these two weeks of being sick. “If it were not for these children, Ma’am, I don’t know what would have happened to me. I don’t know where my relatives are and why they are not able to visit me here. Maybe they don’t love me anymore,” she said with tears in her eyes. Nanay Susing was coughing and was having difficulty breathing. She could not sleep well at night because of her cough. Nobody except her husband and a few children took care of her and it made her feel unwanted which made her condition worse. I was moved by Nanay Susing’s condition. I offered to give her a massage to soothe her and make her breathing easier. We prayed after I massaged her. After we prayed, I prayed silently to God to heal her and make her recover from her present condition. Tatay Filemon arrived from work and saw me taking care of Nanay. He was thankful for my visit and for taking care of Nanay and bringing her something to eat. I went home after I gave her the medicine. On my way home, I told the village people that I visited Nanay in her house so that she could feel that we still love her and need her to be with us. Every day after that, people came to visit her. Sooner than we expected, Nanay was well again. One morning, Nanay came to our house and told me a dream that she had just a few minutes before I came to her house. According to her, there was a doctor wearing a white gown and with that doctor was my husband. They operated on her. She no longer felt pain after her operation. Then she was awakened. After few minutes, I arrived.
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Nanay Susing has now fully recovered her health. She again started to help the people and feed the children just like what Dorcas did after she was raised from the dead. Nanay Susing and Tatay Filemon are now happy and continuing to serve the Lord in every way that they know.
If you would like to support this mission program dedicated to taking the Gospel to the people of Mindanao, please write a check to Gospel Outreach. Mark it for the SULADS and send it to: Gospel Outreach P.O. Box 8 College Place, WA 99324 You may also donate to the SULADS using your credit card by logging on to Gospel Outreach's donation site (www.goaim.org) and follow the directions. Again, mark it for SULADS. If you would prefer, you may write your check to the General Conference of SDA and mark the donation for SULADS and send it to: General Conference of SDA Donations 12501 Old Columbia Pike Silver Spring, MD 20904 Thank you for your support of this very important project.
ON-AIR BLOOPERS (HUMOR) EDITOR’S NOTE: First, I wish to thank the DXCR Staff circa 1989-1991 for sharing humorous anecdotes that occurred during their time. Second, I would like to thank the individuals mentioned in this segment for being such good sports, and for laughing with the whole DXCR Family online while these stories were resurrected. The purpose of this segment is to share with fellow alumni and friends a few chuckles and perhaps, awaken a few funny memories of DXCR that have been long forgotten!
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nside DXCR, BemBem Claveria gets scolded by Hernan dela Cruz for being late going on-air. Doesn’t she know how many people depend on DXCR to wake them up? Doesn’t she know that people rely on DXCR to tell them the time correctly? The crew of student workers who were previously doing recordings and preparing for their own programs hastily started up the machines at the station and started broadcasting the usual early-morning music and station ID. Speakers at the dorm hallways sprung to life as DXCR music flowed in. Students jumped out of bed and rushed into the showers, starting their day. The microphones at the dorms’ worship halls were turned on (“mike-testing-1-2-3”) as the day’s worship leaders prepared to lead in worship. Voices of singing and worship rang from homes of MVC faculty and staff, as they too started their day. Machines at the food factory burst to life and stoves at the cafeteria were fired up as working students raced to start their day, after they had their worship. Likewise, working students assigned at the park and grounds rushed to work after worship worried that they would be docked a few minutes for being late to work.
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RADIO QUIZ SHOW: reshman student Mani Rallos calls DXCR from the girls dorm. She had been preparing for days to participate in the show and believed she had a big chance of answering the trivia questions if only she could reign in her nerves. And after much practice and preparation, she believed that today was her lucky day! That year Anne Mendez was the host for the Radio Quiz Show.
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Unbeknownst to all, Hernan dela Cruz, the person who started the whole domino effect by telling the DXCR team to go on air was in reality … sleep walking (nagdaman!) and it was only 2AM. Opps!
Mani: “Hello? Radio Quiz Show?” Mrs. Mendez: Yes! Who’s on the line please?” Mani panicking because she hears her voice on the radio and in all of the speakers in the dorm hallways responds: “HeeHee! Girls Dorm ni Ma’am” and promptly hanged up. WHY HAVE YOU CHOSEN ME? Charm (on-air): “Ania ang mosunod natong dalit mao ang awit nga, “Why Have You Chosen Me” Erning (co-host, assisting in booth): “Why Have You Chosen Me, Charm?” Charm: “Paghilom diha Erning. Gahilashilas ra ka!” (Opps! They’re both ON-AIR!)
OPINION POLL: MY FOND MEMORIES OF DXCR EDITOR’S NOTE: On August 29, 2013, I posted a survey in Facebook’s “Mountain View College” Group Page asking “What fond memories do you have of DXCR?” I posted the same survey in Facebook’s “Revive DXCR – Mountain View College AM Radio Station” site. Below are the responses we received, verbatim. A special thank you to all who responded!
Bobby Cuares: After working as radio announcer when I was a first year student way back 1980, the manager scolded me while enjoying my time in the booth. I couldn't hear him so I opened the door only to find out that he was so mad about what I just announced. I just read what was written in a paper placed in front of me which stated that the president of CMU died. But it was not the president who died but his father! That scolding ended with my resignation. Thank God naka move on ra pod ko dayon.
Chuchi Valleramos: I remember during my elementary years at MVC. Me , Bambie LachicaCejudo, and a couple friends looked forward to Sabbath afternoons so we could listen to “My Story Hour”. We would also go to DXCR on Sabbath afternoons and practice singing. Mrs. Diaz was our conductor.
Eric Jed Abordo: DXCR played different "roles" for me while I was growing up. It has been my playground in pre-school years. It is where I learned fixing (and destroying) electronic stuff, I learned using tools, overhauling engines, using the lathe machine and other big tools in the power house and yes, I got hundreds of electric shocks there. It is where I had my first summer job: dubbing cassette tapes to be sold in youth congress. During my high school years, I learned making ham radio antennas there and in my college days, I worked part time hosting the Radio Quiz Show. It has also been the best escape from ROTC sessions.
Leigh Ferrer: hmm.. Airwaves practice sessions!
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Working in the station taught me 3 things: First, no matter how easy our responsibilities may seem, we always need preparation. Second, Whatever we say can influence someone's life in dramatic ways without us knowing it. Lastly, tasks we face may seem tough at first but doing it right repeatedly makes you tougher in the end.
Chloie Baragona: I used to love going inside the sound proofing walls for the recording studio as a child.
Joe Oclarit: I love Christian music played over dxcr Hernan Dela Cruz: dxcr has a big spot in my heart. Lauro Godilano: i like the instrumental music, "In His Time" before it will be on air every 5 am" Joel Ceniza: 1. Beloved home of the dxcr airwaves. 2. DXCR where funny things happen that the rest of mvc do not know of. 3. Watching sir Ric Abordo doing his one-man drama with matching action. Ayaw pakita kay maapil gyud ka sa mga characters. 4. (I remember) when Bem2 Claveria was scolded by Hernan kay wa pa ka sign-in nga buntag na only to realize nga gidaman si hernan kay alas dos pa diay sa kaadlawon. 5. matulog sa recording studio 6. pag sign in sa buntag, tokar tanang speakers sa dorm, etc nga may diode. pag sign-off pagkagabii, sign-off sab tanan. whole day program and music for free sa mga rooms. 7. it was a privilege to be a member of the dxcr airwaves. i will never forget and I always laugh when i remember that bebeb mutia, our cute and beautiful directress who is now my good buddy glen ondap's wife, once told me,"ayoha nang imong tingog, joe, kay basag." hahahahaha. human gyud.
Charm Magsayo-Almocera: The soft beautiful music played on the air that keeps your heart in tune with God ,,, DXCR one of the beautiful spots that I fondly loved and missed...
Janice Abordo: My brother and sister did work for DXCR as DJ's for years while I enjoyed listening (and washing the vinyl as a summer job). I grew up with DXCR as the soundtrack of my life. It seems as if my dad, as radio station manager, had 1386 khz instilled as our personal default setting. DXCR, with its gentle, pleasant, heaven-blessed music has effectively broadcast the true essence of the Christian and Adventist faith.
Em Superable Sanes: Trying to escape from attending church services every Saturday, I would always go to our club station ( DX9MVC – which is located inside DXCR Studio ) to spend the rest of the Sabbath morning sleeping or doing something to avoid the boredom church services. But instead of avoiding church services, I found myself listening to religious music and listening to sermon coming from the Florence Kern Auditorium.
afternoons and evenings) and ready to face another Sabbath. It felt so refreshing to have good music to be a part of the week's most anticipated day.
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A few weeks later, I called up my uncle, who resides at Bangcud and who is not an Adventist, to listen to DXCR. They were so happy and thankful that every Saturday, my uncle and his family were gathered together in their living intently listening to the music and sermons coming from FKA through DXCR. DXCR is surely making waves and will shine on till Jesus comes!
Melodie Mae Karaan Inapan:
Everytime I think of DXCR, I remember Beethoven D. hahahaha. ka ila ka niya Hernan Paraiso Dela Cruz? I enjoyed the friendship with my fellow workers at DXCR. I valued the training I gained from working in a radio station. Brethren listened to the various programs. My most avid fans, though, were the members of my family. I used to record my programs and sent them to my family who would listen to these records almost 24/7.
Milcah Ticoy Rosales: The music! Romy Halasan: I was born in Maramag, Bukidnon, I think DXCR started operations in 1976. At that time, I was still a kid. In our church we are so proud to have DXCR since at that time, Television is not around in our place. So every Sabbath, we started listening to DXCR from Friday until sunset. I was a great feeling that SDA has a station of its own. One day, we have a time to visit MVC. It was my first visit to DXCR and I was really excited to see in person our broadcasters especially Ric Abordo whose voice in very sweet to our ears. When I was in MVC, I always make sure to listen to the music. It brought me joy to hear music from Dale Delker, Heritage Singers and etc. Now, I don't have the privilege anymore to listen to this music but I cherish those memories.
Aix Dei: I hosted "The Radio Quiz Show" for about a year!. It was fun receiving calls and answers to questions from dorm occupants/ listeners.
Pliny Fondevilla: Sometimes in 1974 under the mentorship of Larry Lossey (not so sure about the spelling of the last name) He pioneered the Radio Broadcasting and Script-writing where I was once of those who sat under direction. Got a radio program for the morning devotional titled: FOCUS and it has an intro - This is FOCUS, a daily life in the dimension of faith, and now with today's comment, here's Pliny Fondevilla.
Myrah Terencio Pradia: I worked for 3 years in DXCR, from 1994-1997...a listener looked for me during youth congress, he said he can get our signal all the way in Surigao...I was shocked I didn't think our signal could reach that far. I'm happy to have worked in DXCR....so many great memories esp the first time I went on air...the mistakes I made hehe. I loved the feeling that even as far as Surigao there were people listening to me and most esp the Christian songs my best college experiences happened there! And to this day when I see my former schoolmates they still associate me as being a DXCR personality...I miss working there and the other great DXCR personalities and staff...hello to all of you, wherever you are...GOD BLESS DXCR!
Evelyn Pelayo: YES! I miss this place! My hubby was part of the crew that built DXCR, especially
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ur 8 year old daughter Aleson was playing her new recorder which she just got yesterday from her music teacher at school.
Today is Saturday and it’s past 9 in the morning and I was thinking what to have for breakfast for both of us since my wife is at work this weekend. Looking at the clock, I have few minutes to wash the dishes, clean the smoothie machine, and a bit of cleaning to do before hitting the shower myself. I might have some friends after church today. Is the house tidy enough to receive our guests? In short I was already stressed – if not a natural occurrence every Sabbath. We were brought up to be on time for church. We have this idea that God is waiting outside the door of the church and watching His watch and will be displeased to see you arrive late. I told Aleson to take a shower and prepare for church while I was doing the dishes and cleaning. She was playing the recorder while see proceeded to the bathroom to prepare. I continued my light “Sabbath chore” while deeply in thought on how to be in church ON TIME. About five minutes later I can still hear my daughter playing the recorder. “She’s not following my instructions”, “Why is she not in the shower yet?” These were my immediate reactions. “Are you in the shower already”, I tried to remind her. I can still hear her playing the recorder. No answer. “Aleson, are you taking a shower already”, this time with more intensity in my voice. Still the recorder is played. I didn’t hear any response again. I stopped my light chore and went to investigate whys she’s not answering and not in the shower yet. This time as I got closer to the bathroom, I can hear the shower and the recorder. I leaned closer to the door to hear intently. Yes, she’s playing the recorder while taking a shower. I was wrong. I was observing the Sabbath in time motion. I was simply going through motion without enjoying every minute of it – the day of REST. My daughter enjoyed every minute of HIS day of rest. I stood out the bathroom door and ponder on the real meaning of HIS day of rest. Then I turn my back and slowly walk to the living room and started humming the song “O day of rest and gladness, O day of joy and light, O balm of care and sadness, most beautiful, most bright….” Yes, Sabbath is a day of REST and Gladness. I admit my daughter is a smarter Sabbath keeper than I am. Now I intend to be one.
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-Val Moralde writes from Nashville, TN, where he serves in a nursing leadership position. Val graduated from MVC School of Nursing in 1989.
MASTER GUIDE BACKPACK EDITORS NOTE: On each issue of Cyberflashes I edit, fellow MVCian Master Guides (MGs) have graciously assisted in contributing information or resources that MGs among the alumni might find useful as they lead in the own Pathfinder or Adventurer Clubs. This issue contains the goodies for you: a reminder from MG Deonnel Peren, a “medicine kit” from Sharon Donato who writes from Italy, and a video about media from me. Hope these bag of “supplies” delivered to you today will be helpful in your ministry.
1. Flash Flood Awareness
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Example: On rivers 1. Never walk or drive through floodwater as it only takes 15 cm. of fast-flowing water to knock an adult over and 60 cm. to sweep away a 4x4 car. 2. If you hear rumbling of rocks from afar and see immediate muddying and rising of water that might be a flash flood. DO NOT CROSS. WE ARE VERY MUCH SADDENED TO WHAT HAD HAPPENED TO OUR 3 AUPIANS. -- Deonnel Paren was a Master Guide Club leader on campus. After graduation, he continues to lead Master Guides. In the summers for a few years now, they hold two to three sessions of week-long evangelism-driven camping which is seamlessly interwoven with outdoor leadership training that is very reminiscent of Master Guide basic training. On the recent PABLO flood, his team of Master Guides also responded and participated in the rescue efforts.
2. Lemon For Your Medicine Kit: …………………………………………………… Sharon Donato
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emon that has earned a reputation for its culinary, therapeutic as well as medicinal properties. It is known to improve the immune system by building up resistance against infection. It is an effective remedy against various health ailments such as high blood pressure, varicose veins, inflammation, hemorrhoids, kidney stones, as a blood cleanser, diuretic and as appetizer. To treat dandruff, add to a bowl of curd, a tsp of lemon juice & rub on the scalp. Rinse hair after an hour. Also, massaging the scalp with a few drops of lemon juice mixed in coconut oil treats dandruff well. For weight loss, add to a warm glass of water, a tsp of honey & lemon juice each. take this preparation early morning.
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Drinking lemon in hot water with a teaspoon of honey is also an effective remedy against colds.
Squeeze lemon in a glass of lukewarm water and add a pinch of black salt. Have it twice daily to improve bowel movement. Lemon can also be used as a natural hair conditioner. Squeeze half a lemon in water and use the same to rinse hair after shampoo. Lemon juice has astringent properties and is also used as a gargle for throat problems. For the treatment of dehydration and diarrhea, lemon juice makes a good base for oral electrolyte solution. --Sharon Donato grew up living in MVC’s main boys’ dorm where her father was dean of men. Her family later moved to different parts of the world including Singapore where her father was the youth director at the then Far Eastern Division. Today, she continues to travel to many countries each month as she accompanies her soul mate/ husband, a US Marine in leadership and also an MVC-School of Nursing alumnus. Sharon reports that this info was gleaned from the internet.
3. A Video About Hollywood Movies …………….….……………… Joy Caballero-Gadia
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SI stands for Adventist-Laymen’s Services and Industries. ASI is a cooperative network of lay individuals, professionals, business owners, and ministries who collectively support the global mission of the Seventh-day Adventist Church. Early last month in Orlando, FL, ASI members from all over the United States and guest from other countries convened for their annual convention. During the convention, Scott Mayer, a camera man working in Hollywood, spoke about media and how some of Hollywood’s biggest movies undermine key family roles, making wholesome family values seem undesirable. This seminar addresses how Hollywood attacks marriages and incites rebellion among the youth. What I like about his presentation is he just not say “do-it-because-I-say-so” like some do. Instead he provides facts from the trade and explains questions your youth may have asked you. Or you yourself may have asked about media. Access the video through Audioverse. It is FREE and meant to be shared. Like DXCR, Audioverse is a ministry manned mostly by students who volunteer and love media. God bless you in your leadership and ministry! Shalom! https://www.audioverse.org/english/sermons/recordings/5053/how-mainstream-media-destroysfamilies.html
TRIBUTE: LANDON ALAMO-MERGINO
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He never took Theology, much less finish a degree. (He barely even got to start his education!) He never stood on a pulpit to preach, but his journey became a sermon to many. Landon’s sermon was fiery, yet subtle. Like Noah’s building of the ark, the sermon lasted for years, but was (and still is) urgent. He preached of all the good things we lack in our materialistic, self-centered lives. He gave
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t a little over 7 years, Landon was a wisp of a boy, but a giant of faith. His life had barely just begun, before it ended, and yet he lived it to the fullest—and more, even more than many of us can even say for our decades of life.
a continuous testimony of faith, trust, love in/for God and for others; he prayed and worshiped. He had hope in the Creator, Healer, Comforter, and Coming Savior. Through his journey, Landon echoed Job’s words, “Though He slay me, yet will I trust Him,” (Job 13:15). Landon knew that his Redeemer lived, and though his body was wracked in pain, and he faced separation from his loved ones, he KNEW he would see God. (Job 19:25, 26) Like Paul, Landon could say, “I have fought a good fight, I have finished my course, I have kept the faith: Henceforth there is laid up for me a crown of righteousness, which the Lord, the righteous judge, shall give me at that day: and not to me only, but unto all them also that love his appearing.” (2 Tim 4: 7,8) Landon always put everything that he had into whatever he was doing. If he ran, he RAN. If he was swinging on the swing set, he SWUNG. When he played, he PLAYED—he could be out all day!(I can still picture him pumping his legs to go high in the sand lot/playground in front of the townhouse in AIU, or running down the street with all his phu kraw (‘comrades’)). When he began the fight against his illness, he did everything in his own capacity to be cooperative, patient, and helpful. And fight, he did. He fought better than a good many of us, who have forgotten that living a life following Christ IS a battle; a battle to overcome our lesser selves, a battle to against sin. For Landon, who is now resting, the next thing he will know is the Coming of Jesus. For those of us who are alive, hopefully until Jesus’ coming, Landon left a beacon of encouragement. He rekindled faith in a God—the Living God, the God of Abraham, Isaac, and Jacob; Landon’s God. He (re) inspired hope in the Savior’s return. He showed us what child-like faith is—the kind of faith that those bound for Heaven are made of. (Matt. 19:14) Landon’s physical battle is over, but the message of his life testifies WHO is going to be the Victor in the end of the Great Controversy. And he knows that a crown of righteousness awaits him, and for all those who share in his love for God. Thank you, Landon. See you in the Morning.
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-- Dottie Nebres-John, an MVC Alumni from the mid-1990s, is the daughter of former MVC Faculty Members Paulino & Bien Nebres. Like the Alamos and Caballeros, the Nebreses served as missionaries in Africa. During their time as full-time working students in MVC, our dads worked together in various departments in the college. Conveniently, when our moms were students, they lived together at the Old Ruby Hall. Goes to show that friendships made in MVC is one of the strongest bonds on earth.
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--Landon was 7 years old two Sabbaths ago when his body lost its battle with leukemia. He is shown here in a photo with his sisters and parents. He is the grandson of former MVC Faculty Members Manuel & Miriam Alamo and the son of Laur & Arlene Merginio. A special thank you to the alumni and friends who reached out and touched to the family during this difficult time.
FROM THE MAIL BAG From Roger & Evelyn Pelayo. Madagascar, Africa: Dearest Joy, I was so blessed with the articles on (Cyberflashes’) Working Student Issue-Part II (released August 16, 2013). Thank you. From Dr. Alexis & Nellie Llaguno. Zambia, Africa: Dear Joy. We just want to tell you how much we appreciate the editors of Cyberflashes. We realize that this is volunteer work that you do and gathering campus news or alumni news is not easy. But we also want you to know that Cyberflashes is our only way of getting MVC news. We serve at a very rural place with no modern conveniences. Cyberflashes is the treat we look forward to at the! My Response: Praise the Lord, mga Aunties and Uncles! If you have internet access, you might want to consider listening to DXCR online and be blessed continuously throughout the day!
ANNOUNCEMENTS November 13-16, 2013. MVC Alumni Association Western USA Reunion. Venue: Vallejo, California. Lodging: Marriot Courtyard Vallejo. (707) 644-1200. Mention MVCAA-WUSA to avail of the group discount. For more info, message (FB) “Eng Sabilot Sejarp” or Alger Prajes.
PRAYER REQUESTS The bereaved families of Landon Alamo Merginio, Archie Villagracia Calape Damayo, Ana Teorima-Faigao, Ruby Dimayacyac-Capalad, Zelle Hilado-Zamora, Eunice Ferrer-Layon, Villanueva Cabardo-Daiz, and others who have lost loved ones recently. Our fellow alumni and friends who are ill or receiving treatment: Eting Ba-al,Jo Tortal, Ivy Catolico-Robles, Benny Banaag, Betsy Costanos-Wooljer, Doug Holstein, Jil Fadre, Alorence Rivera-Alconcel, Nefre Dichoso, Allan Magie, Ave Catalon- Lorieza, Evelyn Lipay-Florendo, and Violeto Bocala. For DXCR Hope Radio, her leadership and staff, her listeners, and all those who have called in for a special prayer request. For all the different alumni groups that are in the Philippines and other countries rendering medical services and evangelistic efforts and all other projects they do for The Master. For the work of the Sulads and the ministry of the Gospel Outreach. For our leaders of the Seventh-Day Adventist Church
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For our alumni and friends who are in dangerous places or war-zone areas of the Philippines and the Middle East. Pray for their health and safety.
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The leaders, faculty, staff, and alumni of MVC as they “Shine On Till Jesus Comes”.
ACKNOWLEDGEMENT For five weeks, the DXCR Family worldwide collaborated with each other to work on the DXCR Issue of Cyberflashes. A heartfelt THANK YOU to the following: Lillian Javellana, Jun Rivera, Jon Catolico, Manny Mullaneda, Ric Abordo, Eddie Zamora, Laurice Faye Madriaga – Tubungbanua, Paul Penaranda, Welsey dela Cruz, Bobby Cuares, Chuchi Valleramos, Eric Jed Abordo, Leigh Ferrer, Chloie Baragona, Joe Oclarit, Hernan dela Cruz, Joel Ceniza, Lauro Godilano, Charm Magsayo-Almocera, Janice Abordo, EmEm Superable Sanes, Francis “Val” Aguilar Jr, Romy Halasan, Aix Dei, Melodie Mae Karaan Inapan, Milcah Ticoy Rosales, Pliny Fondevilla, Myrah Terencio Pradia, Evelyn Pelayo, Verna Francisco, Roger & Evelyn Pelayo, Harvey Maloloy-on, Jack Ladra, Kirby Murcia, Jon-Jon Teves, Elnorie Caballero, Pleny Baxter, Buyano Kitz, Joy AllosaMaglana, Dale Claveria, Jerry Luba, Karl Mae Lucenara-Jardiniano, Vincent Roy Dionzon, Alfred Agustin, BemBem Claveria, Nancy Jane Patinio, Dinah Galarpe, Alexis & Nellie Llaguno, Sharon Donato, Val Moralde, Del Mark Valendez, James Enoveno, Jared Estore, Sophia Pascua, Nicoli Rivera, Sheila Canilao, Ian Alfer Ba-al, Iris Kay Tigley, Joezer Pamesa, Dorothy Faye Nebres-John, Arlene Alamo-Merginio, Alvin Lucrida Bulalahos, etc.
MEET THE EDITORS Today’s issue of Cyberflashes is coordinated and edit by Ardys Joy Caballero-Gadia with the help of the DXCR Family around the globe. Next week’s issue will be Part II of the DXCR issue and will be coordinated by the same. Please direct all entries and contributions to her or to any of the editors. Eddie Zamora ezamora594 at aol dot com Evelyn Porteza-Tabingo etabingo at gmail dot com Jessie Colegado Cyberflashes at gmail dot com Joy Caballero-Gadia watermankids at yahoo dot com Raylene Rodrigo-Baumgart raylene.baumgart at gmail dot com
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DXCR Streaming (listening online) To listen to DXCR from anywhere in the world, a) use your computer + internet connect, the b) go to this site and enjoy!
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http://dxcrhoperadio.listen2myradio.com/
CLOSING THOUGHTS
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hat a day ! It is only our first day in our (imaginary) 40th Anniversary DXCR Family Reunion Worldwide Camping. It is now very late. The cold mountain air finally persuades the DXCR family to call it a night and head towards their sleeping quarters.
In next week’s issue of Cyberflashes, we shall have the opportunity to hear testimonies from more DXCR personalities: Former station managers Manny Mullaneda & Ed Zamora, DXCR radio personalities Paul Penaranda, Melodie Mae Karaan-Inapan, and many more! In the meantime, tune in to DXCR! Go to http://dxcrhoperadio.listen2myradio.com/ and be blessed THIS is precisely the type of support we need to give DXCR. Tune in and listen! “Doing NOTHING
gets you NOTHING” – Sean Reichle,
“A life spent making mistakes is not only more honorable but more useful than a life spent doing nothing.” -
- George Bernard Shaw
“Whatever your hand finds to do, do it with all your might, for in the realm of the dead, where you are going, there is neither working nor planning nor knowledge nor wisdom.” (Ecc. 9:10).
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And Happy 40th Anniversary, DXCR. From all of us!
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MVC Alumni: Please join us in celebrating DXCR’s 40th Anniversary by making a commitment to support the station by tuning in and listening. We ask this not for ourselves or for the station, but because we care so much about you. By listening to the station, you will surround yourself with beautiful music, educational programs, and Christ-center worship and praise. You will change the ambiance around you and you will be blessed. Try it!