ANGIE AND JOSIE'S LAST SUNDAY MASS IN THE PHILIPPINES

Sunday, July 12, 2009 was a memorable day for MSC.

It was when tears welled up from the eyes of almost all of the members when Angie sung her solo part of the song "Huwag Kang Mangamba". We were already used to hear her sing this song, but at this particular Sunday service was different. It was the last time all of us we would have to hear heart-warming voice in person.

I bet many of the people in the congregation who saw us wondered why the group was very emotional that day.

The choir will certainly miss this mother-daughter tandem!

IT'S A SURPRISE!!!

Last night, after a lot of hiding and closed-door plannings, the Surprise Farewell Party for Ate Josie and Angie has finally come to pass.

The Tramway Garden Restaurant at Timog Avenue, Quezon City was the best choice of our distinguished party organizers. It was a sumptuous dinner buffet indeed! I felt the warmth of the love from each and every member of MSC for Ate Josie and Angie in spite of the rain of immense proportions pouring outside! The reservation for a function room was a necessity so that all sixteen of us, attendees would be able to enjoy the intimacy of this melancholic and yet happy sending off.

THE MECHANICS:
Two unsuspecting but kind-hearted individuals (Ate Josie and Angie)
A "bogus debut party" that Angie was made to believe that she was requested to sing for the debutante. Being the generous person that she is, she agreed.
The stage-mother, PA and no. 1 fan of Angie, Ate Josie, who would go through great lengths just to give her utmost support for her daughter.
A room filled with well wishers for the two stars of the night...
Top it off with a buffet of different delicacies...
Voila! An instant surprise party that hopefully will not be forgotten!

SOPHIA CASSANDRA'S FIRST BIRTHDAY

On July 5, a function room of Jollibee SM Valenzuela Hypermarket was filled with family and friends of the loving parents of Sophia Cassandra Laforteza to celebrate her 1st Birthday.

MSC attendees on this special occasion were Ate Lulu, Tatay Boyet, Jaypee, Jayvee, Ryan, Ivan and Kuya Arnel. But the one specially invited was Lulu's baby, Juliana.

Congratulations Gerry and Apple! MSC wishes all the best for Casey! For sure, she will have a bright future ahead because of your care and support!

LAST PAPURI-KERYGMA FEAST

The second to the last Kerygma Feast with Ate Josie and Angie was already stressful for me, thinking that it was the last time I would be able to have a chance to sing with them in a not so conventional and "Choir(ish)" manner. I couldn't concentrate! But the latest one was far more worse! I came from Pampanga the night before after a birthday party of a sibling then I had to rush to the Valenzuela Convention Center to attend to such an event.

I kept on fumbling with the lyrics of the songs! More so, I was so engrossed on thinking what will I be without them! Insecurity was already on the verge of pouncing on me and I couldn't bear it!

But God was so good that He gave another reason for us to be together in Worship! And all other negative feelings I had before the event melted away after...

ARNEL'S BIRTHDAY

On July 7, our very own Kuya Arnel celebrated his 39th birthday. No frills, no grand celebration, just a simple gathering with family. So don't worry, MSC. You're not missing out on a lot!

May you be happy always! Best wishes!