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LAY PREACHING CLASS
Classes will be offered for lay
preachers of St. Augustine’s Parish beginning November. It will be conducted at members’ residence once a month.
For more information, please contact Fr. Jojo Pamatmat at E-mail: jopam729@gmail.com
LAY LEADERSHIP FORMATION
Workshop:
Evangelism
Date: July 18, 2009, Saturday
Time: 9 am to 3 pm
Venue: St. Augustine's Church, Chicago
Facilitator: Fr. Jojo Pamatmat
Workshop: Mission & Aglipayan Spirituality
Date: August 1, 2009, Saturday
Time: 9 am to 3 pm
Venue: St. Augustine's Church, Chicago
Facilitator: Fr. Primo Racimo
Emergency Human Rights
Summit
On June 6, 2009, a gathering of representatives
of human rights organizations, advocate groups, various churches, and concerned individuals was held in Washington, DC. This
gathering, called Emergency Human Rights Summit on the Philippines, was organized to build upon the strong but relatively
dispersed response of US-based communities of faith, human rights and labor advocates, and members of the Filipino community
to the human rights crisis in the Philippines. It provided these various groups the opportunity to have conversations and
to share about their work and analysis on human rights in the Philippines. Bishop Valentin Lorejo of St. James' Parish, Philippine
Independent Church, Chicago, attended this summit. For more details regarding this event, visit this website: http://www.katarungan-dc.org/wp-content/uploads/2009/05/emergency-hr-summit-program.pdf
EAM Consultation 2009 The Episcopal Asiamerica Ministry (EAM)
Consultation will be held on June 18-22, 2009 at DaySpring Conference Center, 8411 25th East Street in Parrish,
Florida. The host is the Diocese of Southwest Florida. This year's theme is "Go in peace to love and serve the Lord:
Mission & Evangelism in an Age of Globalization, Part II." Being in full communion with the Episcopal Church and
sharing common mission, hopes and struggles with other Asian churches, the Philippine Independent Church has been participating
in this annual Consultation which takes place in different venues. The gathering of clergy and laity from diverse Asian groups
and of several advocates of Asian ministry is a manifestation of God’s love at work among the marginalized, the strangers,
and the silent victims of oppressions. The participants come together to pray; to enjoy the fellowship; to teach and learn;
to re-capture the vision of Christ’s mission; to enable the youth and the women claim their vital roles in the
life of the Church; to make plans for effective ministry in different localities; to establish partnerships in mission; to
find the resources needed for church planting; and so forth.
Lambeth Conference 2008
The Lambeth Conference will take place this year on July 16 to August 4 at the University
of Kent in Canterbury, England. At the invitation of the Archbishop of Canterbury, Anglican bishops all over the world meet
every ten years. Also invited are bishops from other churches "in communion” with
the Anglican Communion, bishops from United Churches and a number of ecumenical guests. It is a special occasion when all
bishops can get together for worship, study and conversation. The Conference serves as one of the four “Instruments
of Communion.” The other three instruments are the Archbishop of Canterbury, the Primates Meeting, and the Anglican
Consultative Council. IFI Delegation Prepares for Lambeth
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EAM Chicago dinner with Bishop Lee
The Episcopal Asiamerica Ministries in Chicago had a dinner
meeting with Bishop Jeffrey Lee and his wife Lisa on December 2, 2009 at Seoul Garden Restaurant in Northbrook, Illinois.
Photos were taken by Jonathan Sy, a seminarian at Seabury. The Feast of the Blessed Virgin
Mary
The Parish of the Immaculate Concepcion in Van Nuys
will have their annual fiesta celebration in honor of the Blessed Virgin Mary on December 5, 2009. The celebration will start
at 4:30 pm with the Holy Eucharist, followed by dinner and fellowship at the parish hall. Edna Esguerra will be the Hermana
Mayor. For inquiries, please call Fr. Gerry Engnan at 818-361-3311, or read the Posting Board for
more details.
Lay Preaching Class Sessions
Classes will be offered for lay preachers of St. Augustine’s Parish beginning November. It will be
conducted at members’ residence once a month. For more information, please contact Fr. Jojo Pamatmat at E-mail: jopam729@gmail.com.
St. Luke’s Fiesta, Chicago
On October 18, 2009, St. Luke’s Parish celebrated the feast of their patron saint. The celebration
began with the Holy Eucharist at 3 pm and then followed by dinner and entertainment in the parish hall. Clergy and members
of St. Augustine's and St. James’ congregations participated in the celebration.
Laua Dinner-Dance
On September 12, 2009, the Annual Luau Dinner-Dance was held at St. Mark’s Parish Hall in Van Nuys, California.
There was a live band entertainment during dinner. For inquiries, please call Fr. Gerry Engnan & Leila 818-361-3311; Sole
Filoteo 818-768-0931; Jane Fetalvero 818-390-3985; Edgar Cruz 818-988-3192 (or read the Posting Board for more details).
Fiesta Celebration
On August 30, 2009, St. Augustine’s celebrated its 15th foundation anniversary
and the feast of its patron saint. This special event was marked by the celebration of the Holy Eucharist with the installation
of their new rector, the Rev. Roberto Pamatmat by Bishop Raul Tobias. The celebration continued at the pairsh hall after the
service with dinner, fellowship and special presentations of Morong Chicago Association. Visit St. Augustine’s website
for more details: http://www.ifi-illinois.org/st.augustine/id26.html
Holy Baptism
Janelle, daughter of Fr. Roberto and Lorena Pamatmat, was received into the household of God through the Sacrament of
Holy Baptism on August 29, 2009. Bishop Raul Tobias administered the Holy Baptism and he was assisted by Bishop Val Lorejo.
After the service, reception was held at Lone Tree Manor in Niles. Visit St. Augustine’s website for pictures: http://www.ifi-illinois.org/st.augustine/id25.html
IFI Proclamation Anniversary
The Parish of Immaculate Conception in Van Nuys, California celebrated the 107th year
Proclamation Anniversary of the Iglesia Filipina Independiente on August 2, 2009. A joint service of Thanksgiving Mass with
St. Mark’s Episcopal Church was held at the church. There was a potluck luncheon at the parish hall after the service.
Aglipayan Spirituality Workshop, Chicago
On August 1, 2009, St. Augustine's Church conducted a lay leadership workshop on
Mission and Aglipayan Spirituality. It started at 9 am until 3 pm at the parish hall. Fr. Primo Racimo facilitated the workshop.
St. James’ Fiesta, Chicago
On July 26, 2009, St. James' Church celebrated the feast of their patron saint. The service began with a
novena and then continued with the Holy Eucharist. Bishop Raul Tobias was the presider and Fr. Alberto Liggayu was the preacher.
After the service, there was a festive dinner, live band entertainment, and fellowship at the parish hall. Clergy and members
of St. Augustine's and St. Luke's congregations participated in the celebration.
Evangelism Workshop, Chicago
On July 18, 2009, St. Augustine's Parish held a lay leadership workshop on Evangelism at St. John’s
parish hall. Fr. Jojo Pamatmat facilitated the workshop.
PIC Mission in Surrey, Canada
On
May 16, 2009, the celebration of first Filipino Mass at St. Michael’s Anglican Church in Surrey, Canada attracted a
congregation of 58 people. It was followed by refreshments in the Millennium Hall. Fr. Louie Engnan will begin conducting
Filipino Mass every third Saturday of the month. For more information, please contact Fr. Louie at tel. 778-394-6835, or by
email: picsurrey@yahoo.ca.
Flores de Mayo and Santa Cruzan
The annual celebration of Flores de Mayo and Santa Cruzan will be held on May 9, 2009, Saturday at the Parish
of the Immaculate Concepcion in Van Nuys, California. Rachel Aquino will be the Reyna Elena and she will be escorted by RJ
Feniquito Agaran, the Constantino. For more information, contact Fr. Gerry Engnan at 818-361-3311 (or read the Posting Board for more details).
Salubong
The Parish of the Immaculate Concepcion in Van Nuys, California held their annual celebration of “Salubong”
(Easter Sunrise Service) on April 12, 2009 at 5:30 AM. There was a procession before the service. After the Mass, breakfast
was served and the children enjoyed the Easter egg hunting.
Easter Vigil
The three PIC congregations in Illinois celebrated Easter Vigil on April 11, 2009 at St. Luke’s Church
in Bloomingdale, Illinois. Bishop Val Lorejo was the presider and preacher. Assisting in the service were Fr. Alberto Liggayu,
Fr. Julian Gunday, Fr. Jojo Pamatmat, and Deacon Ben Dungo.
Good
Friday
In celebration of Good Friday on April 10, 2009, representatives
from three PIC congregations in Illinois gave their reflections on the Seven Last Words of Christ. The speakers were Edmarc
Else, Nicanor Santos, Deacon Ben Dungo, Jay Carramba, Rudy Del Mundo, Fr. Alberto Liggayu and Bishop Val Lorejo. The service
also included Holy Communion from the Reserved Sacrament and Veneration of the Cross. The service was held at St. Luke’s
Church in Bloomingdale.
Parish Retreat
St. Augustine’s Church held a retreat on March
28, 2009, Saturday at the residence of Esguerra family in Mount Prospect, Illinois. The theme of the retreat was "Time,
Talent, and Treasure: Mission Imperatives." The facilitators were Fr. Jojo Pamatmat, Rudy Del Mundo, and Fr. Primo Racimo.
Ash Wednesday
On
the first day of the Lenten season this year, St. Augustine’s Parish held Ash Wednesday service last February 25, 2009
at the residence of Santos family in Mt. Prospect, Illinois. Fr. Jojo Pamatmat presided at the service. There was imposition
of blessed ashes on the foreheads of worshippers as a sign of penitence and a reminder of mortality.
Feast of Sto. Niño
St. James’ Church celebrated the Feast of Sto. Niño on January 18, 2009 at 5101 W. Devon Avenue,
Chicago, Illinois 60646. The celebration started at 5 PM with novena, procession, Holy Mass, and Sinulog, and
then followed by dinner and dance in the parish hall. St. James’ parishioners have been conducting a novena to
Señor Santo Niño once a month at members’ residence.
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Diocesan
Convention 2008 The clergy, parish delegates, and other members of the Diocese of USA and
Canada, Philippine Independent Church gathered at the the Convention in Fremont, California on March 28-30, 2008. New members
of the Diocesan Council and delegates to the upcoming General Assembly in Cagayan de Oro were elected. For more
information, please contact Bishop Raul C. Tobias at Tel. No. (909) 590-4480 and/or by e-mail: bprtobias@aol.com.
IFI Proclamation Anniversary
On
August 3, 2008, the Iglesia Filipina Independiente (IFI) celebrated the 106th anniversary of its birth and the
gift of the Holy Spirit to carry out Christ's mission to the world. The IFI, a church of the poor, laborers and immigrants,
has a rich history of dedicated people, with steadfast love for truth, good deeds, peace and justice. The
Church has been constantly nourished and renewed by God's grace and mercy.
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