ONE YEAR PLAN FOR 2011

Sunday, January 30, MSC had its first Assembly Meeting held at Tito Oyet's place in Maysan. The aim is to come up with different activities that would be laid out for the whole year in order to further rev up the group spirit.

Dining al fresco at Tito Oyet's beautifully tended garden with simple home-grown food such as salted eggs, steamed tilapia, rice and veggies was a great idea! One knock-out food group that I really liked that night was the authentic burong hipon from Pampanga. Stinky but pure joy for me and our other kapampangan buddies! Brewed coffee was served as well in lieu of Beer that night.

I was quite disappointed by the number of members who came out that night. But we proceeded with the meeting nonetheless. Fortunately, most of the people present were the "BIG BOSSES" of the group. Meaning, these people already have the "know-how" in handling the group through years of experience.

As expected, our newly elected (sort of mandated) President precided the meeting. He wholeheartedly shared his bold plans for the group. He tried to put in activities that would somehow help break the group's weekly, boring and tiring routine.  Mark, on the other hand, MSC's previous Vice intently listens and contributes his own views.

A huge calendar was laid down on the table courtesy of the host to help in scheduling the proposed activities for each month.

-MEMBERS' BIRTHDAYS
-UPCOMING LENT ACTIVITIES
-MASS ASSIGNMENTS
-SUMMER ACTIVITIES
-PARISH AND BARANGAY FIESTA
-CHRISTMAS ACTIVITIES were some of the things discussed.

Too bad, Meanne, our Secretary was not able to come. So Jeybi, our new Treasurer took notes of the proceedings. He also discussed some concerns about the group's funds and where and what he thinks is ideal to spend it.

A whole year of activities... A mixture of serious work and fun. Would that ever help the group in uplifting its morale? Or will it just wear out the members instead? Makes me wonder...

As a bonus, this is a picture of our host for the night, Tito Oyet in his fresh, hunky and matinee years! Enjoy!!!

LET'S ROCK CONCERT

Yeah, I know this is a bit late already but after weeks and weeks of rehearsals under the watchful eye (or ears!) of Tito Danny Añonuevo, the Feast Valenzuela Chapter finally had its second major praise and worship concert at the Maysan Barangay Hall on January 8, 2011.   

"Let's R.O.C.K." or Rejoice Over Christ's Kingdom was organized once again by the Light Of Jesus community of our parish. It aims to raise funds for future activities and to donate some money to our parish as well.

Some of MSC's members including me were part of the music ministry just like last year. Too bad, Karesse (SOPRANO) was not able to attend practices due to her new job thus giving up her place for now in the concert.  

This event was priorly concieved as a Christmas concert. But due to problems with reservations for the venue and other stuff the higher ups of the Kerygma Family decided to move it at a later date. Positive reviews from the attendees poured down on us right after inspite of the many glitches we experienced minutes before the concert. Makes me feel God's presence all the more during times of adversities and that He will always make things turn around positively.

 To God be all the Glory!!! 

MSC UNDER THE NEW LEADERSHIP

I had the chance to sit and chat with the newly elected MSC President and Vice last Sunday after our weekly breakfast routine at Hilario's sizzlers together with some of the elders of the group.

There I also heard of their apprehensions about the responsibilities that has been put on their shoulders. The elders were there to give them the necessary encouragements they desperately needed. Jaypee, our new president found his voice and announced some of his plans for the group. Very big plans if you ask me. He plans of having other activities for the Lenten season and summer. He also reported of his vision of trying to enhance the growth of our group fund so we could be able to spend it on activities that would put balance to the choir's "all-work-and-no-play" dilemma. Glady on the other hand is giving her full support for her president who is also her good friend.

Being a leader has its share of good and tough times. What's important is they fulfill all the duties at hand until the very end of their term. Rest assured that the members, especially the elders of the group will always be behind all their future endeavors for MSC. 

MSC BOYS AND RED HORSE

A happy celebration, a meeting or just a simple gathering among really good friends wouldn't be complete without ice cold Red Horse beer served at the table.  

I have no idea how this harmonious connection came about. I didn't even start off liking this. I was fond of drinking a different brand. But somehow, since I'm most of the time with "Red Horse" people, it kinda grew on me and I started liking it.  

I'm not saying that drinking is good. It really depends on each and every person's tolerance and open-mindedness. I just always remind myself constantly to avoid getting drunk!

TEY'S WEDDING DAY

The most special day in Tey's life has finally come to pass on a beautiful Saturday morning, January 22, 2011 at the Our Lady of the Holy Rosary Parish Church. It was rainy the previous night and I was worried it would still be the same atmosphere the next day. Fortunately, good weather turned up the next morning. 

The wedding celebration was attended by close friends and family of Tey and Ramir. Tey's ever loyal MSC family was present to sing for her as well. It was a bit tiring on my part doing multi-tasking. I had to amke sure that ALL my duties as secondary sponsor and choir conductor are well properly delivered. I had to run around in church, literally.  

The reception followed at the Multi-Purpose hall of OLHRP. Some of MSC had already left for their other duties and engagements for the day. It was a good thing that they made it to wedding mass (whew!). But most of us stayed to partake on the feast prepared by the newlyweds. Most of the guests were actually already too anxious to approach the buffet table for it was already way past lunch time.

  

The party was an array of emotions. Seeing Tey and her hubby from were I was seated tells me that they were having a blast at their own wedding party. They made sure to entertain all who came and had their pictures taken with them. Tears poured down Tey's eyes when it was her time to give her message to her guests and family at the latter part of the program which only shows how thankful she is for how her wedding turned out.

I left with a smile stamped on my face thinking that my cousin, friend and co-MSC, Tey has finally found someone to share her life and dreams with forever!

Best wishes... ☺