Resignation Letter

July 11, 2012

MANAGER'S NAME

Position

Company Name

Address

Dear Mr. Manager

Please accept this letter as my formal resignation as customer service representative for to become effective as of today, July 11, 2012. Due to health reasons, I need to rest for quite a couple of days and would need to go somewhere else to rest and at the same time search far greater opportunities for personal and professional development.

This was a difficult decision, as working for has been a positive experience and one for which I am thankful. I have learned a great deal here, and have enjoyed working with you. This final decision has been discussed thoroughly with my friends and family.

I want to take this opportunity to thank you and for your time and efforts in my training and advancement during the last four months. The support and concern shown for me has been deeply appreciated.

In view of this, I will turn over my headset, access card and ID within the day.

I wish you and the company continued success.

Sincerely,

JUNREY R. BELANDO

I can do all things through Christ who gives me strength.

Sunday, July 1, 2012 4:00-5:45 pm in Apolong, Valencia, Negros Oriental. I was with Pastor Frank attending the service with some brethren and while we were listening to the Word of God, a sudden pour out of rain was observed outside the house. Then the strong wind came. The rain was so hard that it was so hard to listen to the Pastor talking. He louden his voice but the rain seemed to be even stronger. At the back of our minds, we thought that whatever happens the service goes on. The road was already flooded with running water. Even though we still have to cross a river to go back, we were not afraid. Satan cannot destruct us. We ought to continue. We prayed and prayed. We still have to get down from the mountaintop and go back to Dumaguete City, specifically in Bagacay since we still have to serve some brethren there, and I know that a number of kids are waiting for the Sunday School. No one could stop us.

We prayed hard, all of us.

Then the ceremony ended. We prayed again. The moment Pastor Frank uttered his benediction and closing prayer, the rain suddenly became weaker and weaker until only a few drops of rain were seen outside.

Then we all thanked God. Everyone shook each others' hands as a sign of greetings and thanksgiving. Then we bade goodbye and traveled down to Dumaguete City where we continued our service. :) Praise God for He is God.

At the end of the day, it is our duty and purpose to worship his name and serve Him with all sincerity and praises!

CAMPUS CROSSWALK

CAMPUS CROSSWALK

VISION

“Great commitment to the Great Commandment and the Great Commission will empower a great youth.”

MISSION

“The Campus Crosswalk desires that students from all walks of life will be inspired to lead an exceptional living academically, emotionally and spiritually by introducing Christ to them.”

The Pulantubig Church of Christ’s campus ministry exists to glorify God by gathering college-aged students in worship, study, prayer, community, and service. We desire to see and play an intricate part in the spiritual awakening of the next generation.

HISTORY

The Great Commandment is to love. The Great Commission is to spread the Good News to all the ends of the earth (Matthew 28:16-20).

We are not interested in simply giving intellectual consent to God, but instead seek to be freed by Him from the “bondage of decay” that plagues our world. We hope that as we experience and come to know the one, true God that our lives and our world will be drastically changed. We welcome people from all walks of life, regardless of personal background or religious experience or affiliation, to come and join us on this journey.

The Campus Crosswalk is designed to serve the high school students of Negros Oriental High school (NOHS) and the college students of Negros Oriental State University (NORSU). Other students coming from different schools are very welcome as well.

It is characterized with the following services:

1.       Cell group discussions

2.       Counseling

3.       Prayers

4.       Medical and other consultations

5.       Financial Sponsorship

Specific Objectives of Our Ministry. 

Introducing others to Jesus

¨ Recognize that our whole existence is centered upon Jesus and his teachings. 

¨ Model an evangelistic spirit and promote this spirit among the students and within the Clemson church family. 

¨ Plan fun activities that will attract students and promote friendship evangelism. 

¨ Structure activities that target and reach out to un-churched students. 

¨ Train and encourage students to share their faith and equip them for an evangelistic lifestyle.  

Serving an Awesome God

¨ Train, model and promote growth among students in their spiritual walk with Christ. 

¨ Plan and coordinate student devotionals.

¨ Occasionally share in leading congregational devotional services and preaching.

¨ Participate in the worship assemblies as a servant and a leader within the Clemson church.

Provide a Place to Belong

¨ Coordinate planned campus ministry activities that reflect Biblical objectives.

¨ Assist students in connecting with and becoming fully involved in the faith community of Tigers for Christ and of the Clemson Church of Christ.

¨ Clearly communicate agendas and activities to those directly involved in the campus ministry and to the Clemson church as a whole.

¨ Function as a team player within the church leadership and ministry staff.

Responding to the call of discipleship

¨ Model a Christ-centered life and promote the development of Christ-centered students, who are prepared to follow Jesus throughout their lives.

¨ Plan and implement the college class educational program, coordinating classes with the ministers and teachers of the Clemson church.

¨ Create and promote educational opportunities by fostering a deep regard for Scripture, encouraging faith formation and development, nurturing godly relationships, and facilitating an outreach to the lost.

¨ Offer personal consultation to guide young adults in matters of spirituality, maturity, and behavior.

¨ In group activities and individual interactions with students, mentor them in following our Lord Jesus Christ.

Reaching Out to Serve

¨ Demonstrate the heart of a servant and the leadership abilities necessary to organize and coordinate ministry opportunities for students to serve one another, the church family, and those in need within the community and on campus.

¨ Encourage students to identify, develop and use their personal giftedness to God and to others, equipping them for a lifetime of service.

¨ Involve members of the congregation in the campus ministry and involve students in congregational ministry.

Application Letter for Teaching

June 17, 2012

NAME

Dumaguete Agape Chinese Christian Academy

Dumaguete City, Negros Oriental

Madame:

Greetings!

I am Mr. Junrey Belando applying for a teaching position in your prestigious institution. I have completed all requirements for the Bachelor of Education in Negros Oriental State University.

I have been teaching for almost three years as a Sunday School Teacher in Pulantubig Church of Christ, and for one semester in Negros Oriental State University. I enjoy student-teacher supervision very much, and I consider such applied responsibilities to be among the most important contributions I can make toward the education of children.

I look forward to an opportunity to meet with you and further discuss my qualifications. Thank you and more power.

I believe that my training and previous work experiences qualify me to handle the job efficiently. On top of these competencies, I adhere to a work ethic and can effectively interact with children.

Hoping for your positive response. Thank you very much.

Very sincerely yours,

JUNREY R. BELANDO

Applicant

Alaala ng Isang Ama

SIYA ang dahilan kung bakit naging bukod tangi ang aking pagkatao. Siya ang dahilan kung bakit sa mundong ito nagkaroon ng pagkakataon ang isang Junrey na makipagsapalaran. Siya ang dahilan kung bakit buo ang aming pamilya.

Oo, siya si Tatay- ang haligi ng aming pamilya.

Hindi matatawaran ang kanyang halaga sa aming mag-anak. Kung hindi dahil sa kanya ay maaring hindi rin kami nag-eexist sa mundong uto. Dahil kay Tatay, nagkaroon kami ng takot sa Diyos. Dahil sa kanya, natuto kaming magkakapatid upang maging uliran at kasiya-siya sa mata ng pamayanan at sa mata ng Diyos. Nang dahil kay Itay, namulat kaming mag-anak na igalang ang mga nakakatanda at pahalagahan ang mga magulang. Laking pasasalamat ang aming sambit sa Diyos dahil binigyan N'ya kami ng isang tatay.  Yes, binigyan N'ya kami ng isang mapagmahal, matapang, at masipag na isang ama.

Natatandaan ko pa, maaga siyang gumising sa umaga upang magtrabaho. Sa gitna ng tindi ng sikat ng araw, naroon pa rin siya sa "farm," kasama ang kanyang kalabaw, nag-araro. Kahit pagod ay hindi namin naratnan ang tatay na nagko-"complain." May oras pa nga siya upang makipaglaro sa amin. Sa kabilang panig, habang abala naman ang Inay sa pag-aalaga sa aming magkakapatid, naroon din ang Itay upang tulungan kaming mamulat sa mga wastong pag-uugali. 

Ngayong wala na siya sa piling namin, tanging alaala na lang ng Itay ang nanatiling buhay sa piling naming mag-anak. Dagok ang narating ng aming pamilya simula nung siya ay pumanaw. Sa isip at puso ko, buhay pa rin ang Itay. Hind maikakaila na hanggang ngayon, halos nangungulila pa rin ako sa aking ama. Maging sa panaginip, dumadalaw pa rin ang aming masasayang alaala.

Oo, nanatiling buhay si Itay sa aking alaala. Ito lamang ang tangi kong paraan upang maibsan man lang ang dinaramdam kong pangungulila. Inaamin kong naiinggit ako sa mga kakilala kong kapiling pa rin ang kani-kanilang ama. Gustung-gusto ko pa rin ng isang ama- na kapiling mo araw-araw, masisilayan mo sa bawat paggising sa umaga at bago matulog sa  gabi, malalapitan mo sa lahat ng oras, makakausap mo sa tuwing kailangan mong kausapin, at higit sa lahat, isang "father figure" na mapapadama mong proud ka na naging anak ka niya. Ang tanging nagbibigay sa akin ng di matatawarang saya sa ngayon ay ang pakiramdam sa tuwing may isang ama na nagpapadama sa akin at tinuturing akong kanyang anak.

Patuloy akong nangungulila. Patuloy akong umaasa. At sa bawat pagdaloy ng aking luha, kasabay naman nito ang isang damdaming nananampalataya- na kahit papaano, naging masaya si Itay sa aming piling. At lagi kong isinasapuso na sa lahat ng mga bagay, kahit hindi man niya nakikita at nararamdaman, I always see to it that he will be proud of us; that he will be so proud of me.

I miss you, Pa.

Youth in Action: EL MIGHTY BOND

"I can do all things through Christ who gives me strength." Philippians 4:13

With the theme, "EL MIGHTY BOND," various young people, young professionals and youth communities of the Churches of Christ all over the province of Negros Oriental join together in a splendid and happy occasion last March 29-30, 2012. The two-day event was hosted by the Sojourners (the young leaders of Pulantubig Church of Christ) and in coordination with the Church in Pulantubig, Dumaguete City.

The event was essentially organized as an outlet in order to strengthen the might bond between the young people of the Churches of Christ in Negros Oriental and with God, the Sovereign Creator. Series of activities enriched with fun, excitement, thrill and adventure characterized the entire event. Get-together activities, awareness and capacity-building activities were effectively conducted. During the last night, most of the participants swore their commitment to be more serious with their spiritual journey. Pastors were also present who prayed for all who participated in the activity.

FIRST DAY: That Day Was It

It was a sunny day, the sun was brightly shining. The gazing rays of the sun seemed to welcome a great and wonderful experience to everyone. The clock ticked at 1:00 in the afternoon and I was sure that many of the participants are about to come. Yes, I was right. First of them was the group from the Bais City Church of Christ led by the former Sojourners Pastor, Janno Austria. He was with his young people including his brother and others. Then came all the other participants before 5:00 p.m.. At 3 o'clock, I hurried on my way for a graduation speech engagement in Camanjac national High School. Good thing that my "father," Pastor Frank Tenchavez took me for a ride so I was just on time.

That day, I delivered a speech- a speech that was intended to uplift and encourage the youth.  The experience when you are in front of the graduating class, and you are expected to share them your own insights and learning experiences in life is truly amazing. It feels satisfying to know that God use your identity in order to cheer and encourage others. What's more amazing is the fact that behind you are the very important people who shaped your personality and helped you to stand where you now stand. To my mentors, thank you! To my alma mater, viva!

Anyway, that was it! I was so happy for the warm accommodation that I experienced. At around 6 in the evening, I have to rush back to the Church where I have to facilitate some of the introductory activities. Presto! I saw that all participants were so eager and excited. They were warmly welcomed by no less than the Chair of the Board of Officers, Atty. May Flor Duka.

The rest  of the night were filled with getting to know activities as all participants were with their respective group as arranged by the organizers. There were Orange, Yellow, White, Pink and Green Teams.

SECOND DAY: Let's Get Back

The day was opened through the facilitator's devotion early dawn. Then participants were guided to the Silliman Beach where they had their early morning Quiet Time.

It was pretty sure that everyone gripped the best of the opportunities while learning the Word of God and at the same time enjoying the company of the newly found friends who are also fellow Christians. They were all gathered together for the "Amazing Race" whole afternoon.



Brother Emmanuel Gonzales, the president of Sojourners expressed his warmest thanks to all who joined and participated actively in the activity. He also expressed his thanks to one and all who supported in financing and in praying for the success of the event.

The EL MIGHTY BOND were participated in Ajong Church of Christ, Bais City Church of Christ, Tanjay Church of Christ, and Dumaguete Christian Church.


The success of the activity were the combined effort of the Church itself and with the guidance of the Holy Spirit.

The Second Best Asset that You Should Never Let Go

Can one man stand alone without his friend?

Most of us would certainly answer, a big NO in times when asked of hat question. Often times, it would be a hard thing for one to lost a friend.

For us Filipinos, we grow up in a society that believes in the importance of our friends in life. When we were young, we notice that our parents work with their friends, talked with them, and above all share life's experiences with them- through thick and thin. This bond continued to exist moving forward to the point wherein we also develop and establish common friendship from one generation to the other.

Friends, they say are your partner in good times and even in bad times. They inspire you to achieve your goals. They encourage you to be cheerful when you are sad and lonely. They laugh when you laugh and they remain in your side when you think you are left alone. They are your constant guidance and care. They satisfy your hunger for love. They make you more happy. They teach you how to stand.

If I were to be asked, I will never let go anyone whom I consider as a friend. However, I will always spend my time thanking my God for sending me to this world where I learned how to deal with my friends. Real friends can really treat you well and can make your life more colorful and meaningful. They are the second best asset  next to God that you should never let go.

Rosas ng Tagumpay

"Ang bawat isa sa atin ay biniyayaan ng Diyos sa kakayahang magtagumpay sa anumang tatahaking larangan. Magtatagumpay ka, anuman ang pangarap mo, maging sino ka man, mayaman ka man o mahirap."

Madalas kong naririnig at nababasa ang ganitong uri ng paalala. At sa tuwing naiisip ko ito, unti-unting tumitibay ang aking paniniwala na maabot at makamtan ang rurok ng tagumpay sa aking minimithi sa buhay- ang maging isang ganap na tagapagtaguyod ng pag-ibig ng Diyos. Bawat isa sa ay may pangarap at batid kong lahat ay may kakayahang makamtan ang mga pangarap. Sa aking murang isipan, alam ko na may mga hakbang na dapat isagawa upang ang mithiin ko'y makamit.

Una, kinailangan kong maging maagap at seryoso sa buhay. Ang bawat oras ay mahalagang oportunidad upang maisagawa ang mga makabuluhang bagay sa buhay. Iiwasan ko ang pag-aaksaya sa aking oras sa pamamagitan nang di paggugol nito sa mga bagay-bagay na maituturing kong balakid lamang. Sinasabing ang oras ay ginto. Bawat oras ay mayroong kaakibat na halaga at nararapat lamang na hindi ko ito sasayangin. Pangalawa, nararapat na positibo ang aking pananaw upang harapin ang anumang balakid sa buhay habang tinatahak ko ang landas patungo sa rurok ng tagumpay. Iisipin kong lagi ang mga taong nagbibigay sa akin ng inspirasyon at gayahin ang ulirang birtud na aking nakikita sa kanila.

Sinasabing ang ating buhay dito sa mundong ibabaw ay hindi pawang matiwasay at kaligayahan; may mga suliraning ding pilit bumabalakid at madalas, ang mga suliraning ito ang nagpapatibay sa aking sarili upang mas mapabubuti ko pa ang aking sarili bilang paghahanda sa hinaharap. Pangatlo, aangkinin ko ang mga kapuri-puring ugali at mga pagpapahalaga sa buhay. Sisikapin kong hindi ako mapariwara at tuluyang mawala sa tamang landas ng buhay. At higit sa lahat, patuloy akong mananalig sa Kanya. Mananatiling buo at matibay ang aking loob sa pagharap sa mga suliranin sapagkat alam kong sa bawat araw, Siya ay lagi kong kasama- sa lungkot man o sa ligaya.

 Para sa akin, ang buhay ng tao ay parang isang rosas. Ang matamis na halimuyak nito ay maihahambing sa inaasam na tagumpay samantalang ang mga tinik naman nito ay ang mga balakid. Tunay na kaasam-asam ang halimuyak ng tagumpay. Gagawin ko ang lahat upang sa bandang huli, hindi ko mailalagay sa kahihiyan ang aking sarili. Gagawin ko ang lahat upang sa bandang huli, maipagmamalaki ako ng aking mga magulang, mga kapatid, at mga mahal sa buhay.
Sa bandang huli, alam kong malalasap ko ang matamis na  halimuyak sa rosas ng buhay.

 :)