Prayer by Ms. Lyzel C. Prado

I would like to share a very beautiful prayer by a 4th year high school student of Pugad Lawin High School in Quezon City, during the 3rd Climate Change and the Youth Seminar last January 21, 2009.

"Oh, loving and merciful God, we thank you for this day that we all gathered here and for the opportunity to have this kind of seminar.

Our profound thanksgiving goes beyond words, oh, our dear Father, for everyday that passes in our lives You have answered our prayers. We pray that You may guide us in our journey so that today and always we may render You glory.

Lord, before You created humankind, You created first the universe - the seas, land, trees, animals and others. You put them under the stewardship of humankind. We know that we have destroyed the beauty of Your creation. Forgive us in our negligence and selfishness.

Once more, we come to You on bended knees to ask for forgiveness for our sins. Remove our bad habits and negative traits for they do harm to ourselves and to others.

Lord Jesus, help us become firm in facing the trials that may come in our lives. Free us from anxieties and cares that trouble our hearts and minds. Drive away negative feelings that cause us to think badly so that we may remain walking in your light. Give us the wisdom to understand the true meaning of the things we hear and may we be able to respond to the deeper needs of people indirectly expressed in their words in accordance to Your will.

This we pray through Christ our Lord, Amen."

2009 Training Schedules

7 Mar, 4th Overcoming the Interview Blues (Brgy. Holy Spirit)
7 Mar, 9th Finding & Pursuing the Right Job (Brgy. Holy Spirit)
26 Feb, 4th Climate Change & the Youth (National Youth Commission)
21 Jan, 3rd Climate Change & the Youth (PLHS)

Moving Forward in 2009!

Moving Forward in the Midst of Challenges

A Collection of Centre 8-Favorite Quotes

Dear Friends & Partners,

The business projections for 2009 have been on the down side. Although the government assured of sound economic fundamentals relative to the world and even Asia, along with a stable banking system, local business organizations still see the country’s economy slipping into recession next year.

We are already experiencing it as we celebrate with less this Christmas season. But we Filipinos are resilient, and will definitely overcome the challenges ahead! By God’s grace we have survived past economic crises, and will surely emerge victorious with this one.

Let’s Move Forward in the Midst of Challenges! 2008 has been a great year and we would like to share the blessings through this collection of our favorite inspirational quotes. You may use this for your personal and professional endeavors as you see fit as you prepare for the challenges of 2009. Just click on the video below.

Should you wish to get a powerpoint version, just email me so we can send it to you asap.

Remember, although we may celebrate with less this Christmas, we should rejoice because if not for His birth, we will not have more. Have a joyful and Christ-filled celebration!

Very sincerely,

Lexey & Rosel

2nd HS3 in UPLB

The 8th Finding and Pursuing the Right Job was held last December 16, 2008 at the College of Public Affairs (CPAf) in U.P. Los Banos. It was organized by the Social Development Services of the College of Human Ecology, and was attended by 21 graduating students from the CHE and College of Arts and Sciences.

The module was facilitated by Mr. Alexey Rola Cajilig, President of Centre 8 Training and Research Services and assisted by Mr. Paul Pablico (Director for Services). This is the second HS3 conducted in UPLB.

"It (the seminar) offered me with tips on how I am going to find my way after graduation," remarked a participant. Another student shared that "by determining a possible career path that I might consider after graduating from college." In general the participants rated HS3 as very useful and suggested that other graduating students undergo the same seminar as well.

The HS3 is a 2-part series - Finding and Pursuing the Right Job and Overcoming the Interview Blues. Centre 8 will support your development needs.

HS3 with NYC

Centre 8 Training and Research Services conducted the HS3 (7th Finding and Pursuing the Right Job and the 3rd Overcoming the Interview Blues) last December 11, 2008 with the Government Internship Program (GIP) participants from the National Youth Commission. This seminar series is sponsored by NYC and has been a regular program for every GIP batch in order to equip them with necessary skills in becoming self-reliant individuals and successful members in the employment arena.

It was attended by 21 participants coming from high school and college levels as well as college graduates, and was facilitated by Mr. Alexey Rola Cajilig (President of Centre 8 Training and Research Services).

"Malaking bagay ito, nadiskubre ko kung ano talaga ang gusto kong uri ng trabaho... marami ng kong napasukan pero di ako tumatagal... ngayon naintindihan ko na kung bakit" - Eric Ramos, 21 years old. "Sana lahat ng new graduates at mga youth ay makasama sa ganitong training dahil marami talaga kaming natutunan sa inyo" added another participant.

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Harvesting Success with Quezon City's Scholars

Centre 8 conducted the 6th Finding and Pursuing the Right Job seminar to 89 scholars (4th year graduating college students) of Quezon City's Scholarship and Youth Development Program (SYDP). Developed by Centre 8 Training and Research Services, the module aimed to expand the opportunities for youth employment by promoting the concept job functions. The 4-hour seminar that involved lectures and exercises was facilitated by Mr. Alexey Rola Cajilig, President of Centre 8.

The Finding and Pursuing the Right Job is the first of a 2-part seminar series for the Harvesting Success Seminar Series (HS3).

Climate Change Symposium for the Youth

Centre 8 Training and Research Services conducted a series of Climate Change Symposia (Global Climate Change: Its Impacts and the Opportunities for Youth Involvement) at the Quezon City Hall last December 9 and 10, 2008. Sponsored by the SK Federation of Quezon City (led by Hon. Alexis Grace Matias), the 2-day event was attended by 73 highschool students and 41 SK members from districts 1-4. The main speaker for the Climate Change training was Mr. Alexey Rola Cajilig (President of Centre 8 and member of the Human Ecology Institute of the Philippines).

The symposia was conducted as part of Quezon City's celebration of the Linggo ng Kabataan, themed "Sama-sama sa Kinabukasan... Sagipin ang Kalikasan." The module discussed the topics on Global warming and Climate Change, as well as its Impacts, Mitigation and Adaptation Measures. The EPWMD of Quezon City likewise shared insights on their environmental activities in the City.

At the end of each module, the participants were encouraged to draft broad stroke mitigation and adaptation programs for the youth and their communities. Their output will become the basis for the resolutions that will be submitted to the City Council.

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