Did you experience mourning for the suffering of others and creation? How was this mourning eventually consoled? • I mourned deeply when I lost my very best friend, my grandmother, feeling the weight of her absence. This sorrow was eventually consoled through cherished memories and the love of family. 3. What are the causes of rampant suffering and oppression in the Philippines? In what way can you help in addressing these problems? • The government treats the poor and rich unfairly, often helping the wealthy more than those in need. I can help by pushing for fair policies and supporting programs that assist the poor. 4. What are the injustices that you see in the Philippines?
In what way can you address these? • Injustices in the Philippines include human rights abuses, unfair treatment of marginalized groups, and poor working conditions. I can help by speaking out for those who need support and sharing information about these problems. 5. What corporal work of mercy are you willing to do this week? How will you carry it out?
• This week, I’m willing to give alms to the poor by donating clothes I no longer use. I’ll carry this out by sorting through my closet and delivering the items to a local charity. 6. When was the time you had difficulty forgiving another? Why? How did you forgive/ will you forgive that person? • I once had difficulty forgiving a friend who let me down, causing me a lot of pain. I plan to forgive them by talking openly about my feelings and choosing to let go of the hurt. 7. What aspects of yourself have you not yet completely surrendered to the Lord?

Spend time identifying each one to the Lord. When ready, entrust them all to the Lord, trusting he knows what is best for you. • I have not fully surrendered my fears of failing and wanting others to like me. I will tell the Lord about these feelings and trust that He knows what’s best for me. 8. When were those times when you felt you were a genuine peacemaker to others? What exactly did you do?

Who were the people involved then? What were you risking to be a true peacemaker to these people? • I was a peacemaker when I helped two friends who were fighting by listening to both of them and helping them understand each other. I risked upsetting them more, but I wanted to make things better. 9. Have you ever experienced any form of “persecution” due to your insistence on holding on to what is right and truthful?  
How have these experiences of persecution purified and humbled you?  
How have they brought you closer to God? • Yes, I’ve been teased for standing up for what is right. This made me humble and helped me trust God more during hard times. _{"True peace comes from listening and understanding, even when it’s hard. Standing up for what is right may bring challenges, but it humbles us and brings us closer to God."}

-My greatest riches is my family they cost more than the money a person could want

2. Describe a time when you experienced a deep sadness to be called mourning.

Did you experience mourning for the suffering of others and creation? How was this mourning eventually consoled?

-The time when a secret of mine was reveled without my concern which made me uncomfortable, more so ever I forgave them because I believe that everyone or anyone deserves a second chance.

3. What are the causes of rampant suffering and oppression in the Philippines?

In what way can you help in addressing these problems?

-For me it is plotical rights, it is unfair because riches can get a chance to stand up while the poor can't even stand up for themselves. Let people realize that they're doin something wrong in which makes things unfair to some individuals who are not good in money or riches

4. What are the injustices that you see in the Philippines?

In what way can you address these?

-Unfair treatment to those people who are not financially stable. In addressing this to the people who unfair treatment is to let them journey on the difficulties that people endure in having troubles in financial problems.

5. What corporal work of mercy are you willing to do this week? How will you carry it out?

When was the time you had difficulty forgiving another? Why? How did you forgive/ will you forgive that person?

-When facing a problem that was not really easy to fix and not easy to forgive easily, the problem was so deep in which took a long time to forgive but eventually we forgave them because in order to stand for peace and peace and forgiveness are aspects of declaring peace to one another.

6. What aspects of yourself have you not yet completely surrendered to the Lord?

Spend time identifying each one to the Lord. When ready, entrust them all to the Lord, trusting he knows what is best for you.

-I have not surrendered my mouth in which I cannot control from saying bad words that are not appropriate for a person to say. One day the Lord can help me surrender my mouth in order to stop my mouth for swearing.

7. When were those times when you felt you were a genuine peacemaker to others? What exactly did you do?

Who were the people involved then? What were you risking to be a true peacemaker to these people?

-The time that I felt being a peacemaker to a individual is when I had fight with them which was all a misunderstanding. In being a peacemaker you must learn to love and forgive so in which I was the one who asked for forgiveness in order to create a bond of peace to one another.

8. Have you ever experienced any form of “persecution” due to your insistence on holding on to what is right and truthful?

How have these experiences of persecution purified and humbled you?

How have they brought you closer to God?

-In my perspective I have, it was when my family had a argument about something that was incorrect and was a false understanding. In which my family went together to a agreement to forgive each other due to having a tough time being apart. This situation brought me closer to because as a individual I prayed for the argument to settle down because it was difficult to see my family fight, in conclusion yes it brought me closer to God.

• My greatest riches now are my friends, and my mother, and other people who have always been there for me in good or bad times. And most importantly, having a special connection with Jesus and God. No amount of money could ever replace the memories we have made along the way.

2. Describe a time when you experienced a deep sadness to be called mourning.

Did you experience mourning for the suffering of others and creation? How was this mourning eventually consoled?

• I haven't experienced a time where I was mourning or in deep sadness.

3. What are the causes of rampant suffering and oppression in the Philippines?

• The people.

In what way can you help in addressing these problems?

• One way I can help in addressing these problems is to pray.

4. What are the injustices that you see in the Philippines?

• One of the common injustices I could observe here in the Philippines is how people differently treat wealthy and unwealthy people.

In what way can you address these?

• Treat people as equal as I can, benefited or not. and try to influence others as to why we don't need to choose how to treat people whether they are rich or not.

5. What corporal work of mercy are you willing to do this week?

• A corporal work of mercy I could do is to feed the hungry, because a lot of people are starving on the streets and they don't do anything about it except record these people.

How will you carry it out?

• By asking guidance from God, and influence others to do the same. Theres nothing to lose if we try.

When was the time you had difficulty forgiving another? Why?

• I had difficulty in forgiving someone but that reason is personal.

How did you forgive/ will you forgive that person?

• I forgave that person. by trying to forget what they have done because if you never forget you would never be able to forgive.

6. What aspects of yourself have you not yet completely surrendered to the Lord?

Spend time identifying each one to the Lord. When ready, entrust them all to the Lord, trusting he knows what is best for you.

• Aspects of myself that I have not completely surrendered to the Lord is simply my life.

7. When were those times when you felt you were a genuine peacemaker to others? What exactly did you do?

• The times where I felt like I was a genuine peacemaker to others is when I tell them why its wrong and why they should stop doing that instead of telling them what is the right thing to do, because telling them ( some people ) what is right instead of what they did wrong could lead into multiple misunderstandings.

Who were the people involved then? What were you risking to be a true peacemaker to these people?

• Personal people I don't want to mention, but I did not risk anything because being criticized by doing something right is better than being praised for doing something wrong.

8. Have you ever experienced any form of “persecution” due to your insistence on holding on to what is right and truthful?

• Yes I have.

How have these experiences of persecution purified and humbled you?

• These experiences humbled me by realizing God is the only one we should impress and praise.

How have they brought you closer to God?

• By experiencing the pain, and that leads to realizing the wrong doings you have done.

My greatest things,relationships that money cannot buy is the love of my family.

2. Describe a time when you experienced a deep sadness to be called mourning. 
Did you experience mourning for the suffering of others and creation? How was this mourning eventually consoled? 

The time i experienced mourning was when my grandmother died. This mourning was consoled when my mother told us that it is normal for people to go.

3. What are the causes of rampant suffering and oppression in the Philippines? 
In what way can you help in addressing these problems?

The causes of rampant suffering and oppression in the Philippines are high levels of population growth. We can increase educational opportunities for young adult women.

4. What are the injustices that you see in the Philippines?
In what way can you address these?

Some injustices i see in the Philippines are harassment, threats, attacks, etc. If you are being harassed or attacked tell someone.

5. What corporal work of mercy are you willing to do this week? How will you carry it out? 
When was the time you had difficulty forgiving another? Why? How did you forgive/ will you forgive that person?

I can give food to people on the streets, or I can donate the things that I don't need. When I was a grade 6 student, I had difficulty forgiving someone because I told her my problem, but she shared it to some of my classmates. I forgave her because she said sorry and gave me an apology letter.

6. What aspects of yourself have you not yet completely surrendered to the Lord? 
Spend time identifying each one to the Lord. When ready, entrust them all to the Lord, trusting he knows what is best for you.

An aspect of myself that I have not yet surrendered to the lord is my personality.

7. When were those times when you felt you were a genuine peacemaker to others? What exactly did you do?
Who were the people involved then? What were you risking to be a true peacemaker to these people?

When my sister and cousin were fighting i helped them be friends again. I said that they are best friends, and they should not fight.

8. Have you ever experienced any form of “persecution” due to your insistence on holding on to what is right and truthful?  
How have these experiences of persecution purified and humbled you?  
How have they brought you closer to God?

Yes, these experiences of persecution humbled me and made me stronger.They brought me closer to God because I prayed more

1. What are your greatest riches now - things, realities, relationships you have and own that money cannot buy?

— A thing that I am rich in and sure that no one else can buy it, is my own faith and trust to the Lord because in Him I fell like there’s no other else can help you but only Him.

2. Describe a time when you experienced a deep sadness to be called mourning.

— There are many things I have experienced sadness, but knowing that your own grandfather died is another kind of pain.

Did you experience mourning for the suffering of others and creation? How was this mourning eventually consoled?

— Yes, because in that experiences you can learn that would help you to realize many things about life. The mourning was consoled by a silence, because silence means respect and at the same time a listener.

3. What are the causes of rampant suffering and oppression in the Philippines?

In what way can you help in addressing these problems?

— One examples of that is using illegal drugs that brings Philippines more problematic and would gain more unsolved cases due to its unstoppable usage of illegal drugs.

One way to address these problems to make some seminar on how we can avoid these illegal doings especially in every teenagers.

4. What are the injustices that you see in the Philippines?

In what way can you address these?

— The injustices that I saw under the government of the Philippines is corruption and illegal kilings, wherein this two complies unfair punishments and would have more conflicts under its government because of its uncontrollable actions here in the Philippines.

5. What corporal work of mercy are you willing to do this week? How will you carry it out?

— A corporal mercy that I am going to do in this week is to feed the hungry because not all is capable to eat and find food. I would carry this out by helping those childrens and adults in finding food or to basically have the action of feeding them.

When was the time you had difficulty forgiving another? Why? How did you forgive/ will you forgive that person?

— The time that I was having a really hard day to forgive that person is when that person blamed me into something I didn't do at all, and for sake that person was the one who stole that thing and blamed it towards me even though I did not.

6. What aspects of yourself have you not yet completely surrendered to the Lord?

— The part of myself that I haven’t yet surrender to the Lord is my own trust in my own path in this life, on where am I going and what would happen in my life.

Spend time identifying each one to the Lord. When ready, entrust them all to the Lord, trusting he knows what is best for you.

7. When were those times when you felt you were a genuine peacemaker to others? What exactly did you do?

Who were the people involved then? What were you risking to be a true peacemaker to these people?

— The time when I have gained the knowledge to help and to express my own pure intentions to anyone in helping them through right actions.

The people who are involved during that time is my friends because they’re the one who help me to guide and understand in each other's perspective.

8. Have you ever experienced any form of “persecution” due to your insistence on holding on to what is right and truthful?

How have these experiences of persecution purified and humbled you?

How have they brought you closer to God?

— Yes, way back then I was seen by my own friends as strict because of not allowing them to do that thing yet it was our adviser who told me to do that as a former president

way back to year 2019 to 2020.

Its better to be a little strict to your own self just to live in right actions and to exactly learn that each one of us must live simple and filled with humbleness. By this I was always chosen before to lead the holy rosary but I am not chosen to lead yet they’ll give me always a chance that I would offer the candles in every mysteries because of what they saw on my own abilities that I can be more focused about God’s life and perspective.

• My family, I won't let them exchange for how much they value me as their family member.
  2. Describe a time when you experienced a deep sadness to be called mourning. 
  Did you experience mourning for the suffering of others and creation? How was this mourning eventually consoled? 

• When the time my family members died. It was hurtful to see them like that and how sad it is for each of us and the remembrance of their faith to that one kind person.
  3. What are the causes of rampant suffering and oppression in the Philippines? 
  In what way can you help in addressing these problems?

• Their greediness, and this is true of how other people here in our country didn't try to help others atleast try to help them and give them food to eat. As I saw other people laying down on the other sides of the road, they look awful and unhealthy, poor hygiene. So I would like to address the goverment to perpetrate them as well.
  4. What are the injustices that you see in the Philippines?

• For me, it could be the engagement of the people. When they see someone who looks far from the looks, unlovely. That somehow they choose the prettier ones. As for me, choose which is the kind personality of those people and how waste it would be for not praising their lives.
  In what way can you address these?
  5. What corporal work of mercy are you willing to do this week? How will you carry it out? 

• I will missioned it well and right.
  When was the time you had difficulty forgiving another? Why? How did you forgive/ will you forgive that person?

• When some of my friends misunderstood something that mustn't be longing the problem. I honestly approach them slowly and tell my words, as we finally fix it.
  6. What aspects of yourself have you not yet completely surrendered to the Lord?
  Spend time identifying each one to the Lord. When ready, entrust them all to the Lord, trusting he knows what is best for you.

• Maybe, when some times that I can't pray. But somehow would come to the church every sunday with my family and talks to God.
  7. When were those times when you felt you were a genuine peacemaker to others? What exactly did you do?
  Who were the people involved then? What were you risking to be a true peacemaker to these people?

• When the time I offered them a honorable presence. When I helped my family clean the house, when I offer my hand to bring the umbrella to an old aged mother because her umbrella fell and it was rainy that time. When I teached the right lessons infront of my younger siblings.
  8. Have you ever experienced any form of “persecution” due to your insistence on holding on to what is right and truthful?  
  How have these experiences of persecution purified and humbled you?  
  How have they brought you closer to God?

• Yes, when they haven't even listen which was the right one and they brought it up that is was a false idea. But honestly, it made me humble and abidingly for God more and more.

Answer:The greatest riches that I have today that no one can buy is my "Family"and "Friends" because for me they the most precious gift that God gifted me that I may not rich from the money but I am rich from love because not everyone has a perfect family like me I have broken family but I have my mom who fight for us and I have my friends who comforted me in my down day I know not everyone has a Friend that listen to your story without judgment that can accept who you are .I may not a perfect daughter but for my mom I am perfect just the way I am.

2. Describe a time when you experienced a deep sadness to be called mourning.

Did you experience mourning for the suffering of others and creation? How was this mourning eventually consoled?

Answer: I experience a deep sadness when my dad die i can't believe that I lost my dad while we were still young I don't know what to do that day I have so many questions like why? Why did you take my dad so early? Why didn't you take me instead? That's the question always running into my mind but I just remember what my dad said to me (puhon² wa ta kahibalo sa panahon dapat maningkamot jd ka og skwela Kay Ikaw Ang mag pa eskwela sa imo mga manghod) and that's the reason why I need to live i need to be successful as what I promise to my dad and that I just continue to pray and start to heal .

3. What are the causes of rampant suffering and oppression in the Philippines?

In what way can you help in addressing these problems?

Answer: The Philippines faces various challenges leading to suffering and oppression, including:

1. Poverty: Widespread poverty exacerbates vulnerability to exploitation and limits access to basic needs.

2. Corruption: Widespread corruption diverts resources, undermines institutions, and perpetuates inequality.

3. Inequality: Significant wealth disparities and social inequality lead to marginalization.

4. Lack of access to education and healthcare: Limited access to quality education and healthcare perpetuates cycles of poverty.

5. Political instability and weak governance: Political instability, weak institutions, and partisan politics hinder effective policy implementatiol

1. Policy reforms and strong institutions

2. Education and awareness

3. Economic empowerment and social protection

4. Environmental conservation

5. Peacebuilding and conflict resolution

6. Cultural shift and social inclusivity

7. International cooperation and solidarity

The Philippines has made progress, but collective efforts from government, civil society, and individuals are necessary to address these challenges.

4. What are the injustices that you see in the Philippines?

In what way can you address these?

Answer: Poverty and the rich paying people to vote for them .

5. What corporal work of mercy are you willing to do this week? How will you carry it out?

When was the time you had difficulty forgiving another? Why? How did you forgive/ will you forgive that person?

Answer: When my father died and the person who kill him saying sorry to our family it's was so hard to forgive him because of him o lost my father that's why there's no a chance that I will forgive never ever .

6. What aspects of yourself have you not yet completely surrendered to the Lord?

Spend time identifying each one to the Lord. When ready, entrust them all to the Lord, trusting he knows what is best for you.

Answer: The aspect of my self that I haven't surrender to the lord is my heart my heart is not fully into the lord I still lie I still have my sin and now I want to surrender it all.

7. When were those times when you felt you were a genuine peacemaker to others? What exactly did you do?

Who were the people involved then? What were you risking to be a true peacemaker to these people?

Answer: That day my friends are arguing into the simple thing first I listen to them and after that I told them (Pag tagad namo Kay mao ramn japon walay laing mag tinabangay kamo Ra duha mag away² mo tas Ang hinongdan gamay Ra kaau it's important to forgive each other dapat pa mob an ninyu inyu pride) so that's what I tell to them.

8. Have you ever experienced any form of “persecution” due to your insistence on holding on to what is right and truthful?

How have these experiences of persecution purified and humbled you?

How have they brought you closer to God?

Answer: It brought me closer to God because this persecution help me to hold what's truth and what's right it help me to be honest to give justice to the people experience injustice .

Ans: The greatest riches are alot just like. Meaningful Friendships that have close bonds built on shared experiences, mutual respect, and genuine connection, and also my personal growth & learning. The continuous journey of self-discovery, learning new skills, and expanding one's horizons. There are still alot of richest that I have receive from the grace of God.

2. Describe a time when you experienced a deep sadness to be called mourning.

Did you experience mourning for the suffering of others and creation? How was this mourning eventually consoled?

Ans: Yes, intertwined with my personal grief was a broader mourning for the suffering of others and creation. Witnessing every hardships I have encountered in my life, the sacrifices, and pain made me acutely aware of the fragility of life and the pervasive suffering in the world. I mourned for the countless others experiencing similar losses, for the injustices and inequalities that cause so much pain, and for the beauty of creation slowly being eroded by human actions.

3. What are the causes of rampant suffering and oppression in the Philippines?

Ans:Weak and Ineffective Justice System, because the justice system is often characterized by delays, corruption, and a lack of accountability, leaving victims of crime and abuse vulnerable.

In what way can you help in addressing these problems?

Ans: Comprehensive and Neutral Information, we can access and synthesize vast amounts of data from various sources, including legal documents, news articles, research papers, and expert opinions.

4. What are the injustices that you see in the Philippines?

Ans: Corruption, because corruption within the government and private sector prevents fair distribution of resources and hinders economic development.

In what way can you address these?

Ans: Provide citizens with access to legal information and resources, helping them understand their rights and navigate the legal system when dealing with corruption.

5. What corporal work of mercy are you willing to do this week? How will you carry it out?

Ans: A specific corporal work of mercy that I am willing to do this week is by forgiving people, It may not be easy to others but for me as a person who will easily forgive people even in the most hurtful things they've done I know that they deserve to be forgiven.

When was the time you had difficulty forgiving another? Why? How did you forgive/ will you forgive that person?

Ans: As what I have said I easily forgive people, but it doesn't mean I easily forgive I will automatically act it doesn't break me or hurt me. I forgive but never forget.

6. What aspects of yourself have you not yet completely surrendered to the Lord?

Ans: I know on my that I have now yet completely surrendered everything to the Lord, but to those things I have surrendered to him is good on his hands.

Spend time identifying each one to the Lord. When ready, entrust them all to the Lord, trusting he knows what is best for you.

7. When were those times when you felt you were a genuine peacemaker to others? What exactly did you do?

Who were the people involved then? What were you risking to be a true peacemaker to these people?

Ans: The times I feel I am a peace maker is where I have handled my anger on to someone, because as a girl who has small patience to people who gets irritated easily can sometimes would lead me to conflicts with specific persons or people. So I would always take God by helping me to handle my anger.

8. Have you ever experienced any form of “persecution” due to your insistence on holding on to what is right and truthful?

How have these experiences of persecution purified and humbled you?

How have they brought you closer to God?

Ans: Yes I have, but I always stayed to whats real and by this I can say that this also humbled for who I am today.

The greatest riches that I have now that money can’t buy is my family and friends because even if I don’t pay them with money, they’re still with me and will always understand me in everything.

2. Describe a time when you experienced a deep sadness to be called mourning.

Did you experience mourning for the suffering of others and creation? How was this mourning eventually consoled?

The time when I experienced a deep sadness or mourning is when my Lola died. Yes, I experienced mourning for the suffering of others and creations when I saw my dad crying for the first time in my Lola’s room when she died. This mourning eventually consoled when i remind myself to accept the situation because it’s for the better so she can rest from all the suffering she’s dealing with.

3. What are the causes of rampant suffering and oppression in the Philippines?

In what way can you help in addressing these problems?

The causes of rampant suffering and oppression in the Philippines is suicidal due to pressure in work or to anything. The way that I can help in addressing these problems is to remind them that don’t let anyone control you because it’s your life not theirs.

4. What are the injustices that you see in the Philippines?

In what way can you address these?

The injustices that I see in the Philippines is comparison to students or to anybody. The way that I can help in addressing these problems is to remind them that he/she will succeed at the end of the time and everything is gonna be worth it, just trust yourself and God always.

5. What corporal work of mercy are you willing to do this week? How will you carry it out?

When was the time you had difficulty forgiving another? Why? How did you forgive/ will you forgive that person?

The corporal work of mercy that I’m willing to do this week is to give drink to the thirsty and I will carry it out by giving people what they need so they won’t suffer. The time when I had difficulty forgiving another is when they didn’t even apologize for what they did. It is hard to forgive because they didn’t even apologize and if I tell them how I feel about it, they may think that I am weird but I forgave them by reminding myself that even if it’s hard, we should do it since they didn’t even know that they did someone wrong to me.

6. What aspects of yourself have you not yet completely surrendered to the Lord?

Spend time identifying each one to the Lord. When ready, entrust them all to the Lord, trusting he knows what is best for you.

The aspects of myself that I have not yet completely surrendered to the Lord is when I overthink too much and thinks more about what the other people would say about me than to think of myself but still ended up calling myself selfish in everything I do.

7. When were those times when you felt you were a genuine peacemaker to others? What exactly did you do?

Who were the people involved then? What were you risking to be a true peacemaker to these people?

The times when I felt that I am a genuine peacemaker when I made the two friends that ignored each other came back to talk. The things that I did to make them talk again is by talking to them individually and telling them what’s right. The people involved is my other friends and I risk my fear of telling people my opinion so that they can be friends again by realizing what I have said to them individually.

8. Have you ever experienced any form of “persecution” due to your insistence on holding on to what is right and truthful?

How have these experiences of persecution purified and humbled you?

How have they brought you closer to God?

Yes, I’ve experienced persecution from my friends and they think that I have the wrong information because they are also defending the smart ones cause they think that a smart ones should have the right indication than the average ones but at the end I am the one who have the right information. These experiences of persecution purified and humbled me by trusting myself but not always since we are not always perfect. It brought me closer to God because of how I trust myself at that moment and how I defended myself for the first time. The only thing that’s in my mind is that there is someone who agrees with me even if no one agreed and that someone is God.

• ^{This week, I’m willing to practice visiting the sick. I can carry this out by reaching out to a friend or family member who is unwell, either by visiting them in person, sending a thoughtful message, or even just making a phone call to check in. Offering my time and support can help lift their spirits and let them know they’re not alone during a difficult time.}

• ^{Difficulty in Forgiving:}

• ^{There was a time when I struggled to forgive a friend who let me down by breaking a promise. It hurt because I felt like I couldn’t trust them anymore, and the disappointment lingered for a while.}

• ^{How I Forgave/ Will Forgive:}

• ^{I started to forgive by having an honest conversation with them about how I felt. Sharing my feelings helped clear the air and allowed them to explain their side. Over time, I recognized that everyone makes mistakes, and holding onto the grudge wasn’t helping either of us. I gradually let go of the anger and chose to focus on the good moments we shared instead. If I still find it hard to forgive, I would remind myself that forgiveness is more about my peace than their actions, and I’d work on shifting my mindset toward understanding and compassion.}

<sup>Forgiveness takes time, but open communication and a willingness to understand can make a significant difference.
6. What aspects of yourself have you not yet completely surrendered to the Lord?
Spend time identifying each one to the Lord. When ready, entrust them all to the Lord, trusting he knows what is best for you.</sup>
7. When were those times when you felt you were a genuine peacemaker to others? What exactly did you do?
Who were the people involved then? What were you risking to be a true peacemaker to these people? ^{Times I Felt Like a Genuine Peacemaker:}

1. ^{Resolving a Fight Between Friends
   I remember a time when two of my friends were arguing over a misunderstanding. I stepped in and talked to both of them. I listened to each side and helped them see how the other felt. In the end, they hugged and made up! I was happy to help them be friends again.}

2. ^{Helping My Sibling
   Once, my younger sibling was upset because they thought I took their toy without asking. I calmly explained that I borrowed it to play. I then offered to play together with the toy to make them feel better. We ended up laughing and having fun!}

^{People Involved:}

• ^{Friends: The two friends who were arguing.}

• ^{Sibling: My younger brother or sister.}

^{Risks I Took:}

^{By stepping in to help, I risked making one of them upset with me or being caught in the middle of their fight. But I wanted everyone to be happy and friends again, so I took that chance!}

• ^{Being a peacemaker feels good because it helps others feel better and brings everyone together!}
  8. Have you ever experienced any form of “persecution” due to your insistence on holding on to what is right and truthful?  
  How have these experiences of persecution purified and humbled you?  
  How have they brought you closer to God? ^{Experiencing Persecution for What Is Right:}

• ^{Yes, there were times when I stood up for what I believed was right, and some people didn’t like it. For example, I once told the truth about something that was unfair at school, and a few classmates got upset with me. They didn’t want to hear what I had to say.}

• ^{How It Purified and Humbled Me:}

• ^{When this happened, I felt sad and alone, but it made me stronger. I learned that being honest and standing up for what’s right can be hard, but it helps me grow. It reminded me to be kind and understanding to others, even when they disagree with me.}

• ^{How It Brought Me Closer to God:}

• ^{During these tough times, I prayed and asked God for help. I felt peace in my heart, knowing that I was doing what I believed was right. This made me feel closer to God because I understood that He wants us to be honest and loving.}

• ^{These experiences taught me to be brave and to trust that God is always with me!}

・My greatest riches as of now are my family and friends, for it is not easy to meet people who will become your closest buddies. The only thing you can do with money in relationships is to bribe those who are greedy. My family and friends are very dear to me, and so there is nothing that can replace them.

2. Describe a time when you experienced a deep sadness to be called mourning.

Did you experience mourning for the suffering of others and creation? How was this mourning eventually consoled?

・ I have experienced deep sadness, but I don’t know if it would even be considered as mourning. There was a time where I was really wondering if this is how the world is— cruel, ruthless and evil. I obviously did not like how our world is right now, no matter where you go, there is always a presence of negativity. The only way I got over this was me accepting the fact that the world is just truly cruel, and we can’t do anything to stop it. The only thing we can do is just to accept, forget, enjoy and live life to the fullest.

3. What are the causes of rampant suffering and oppression in the Philippines?

In what way can you help in addressing these problems?

・ Corruption in the government is something unfortunate for us mere citizens in this country, and it’s common nowadays. Because of the corrupted government, only the citizens suffer, while the government enjoys their wealth and life. It’s quite unfair because it proves that you genuinely can’t do anything if you live in poverty. Anyone who is rich can get away with anything, that is the reality. To address these problems, I think that we as a community should protest against these laws and corruption for our future generation. We must convince those who live in wealth that corruption isn’t a good thing, and help them realize how twisted this country may become if this continues.

4. What are the injustices that you see in the Philippines?

In what way can you address these?

・There are many injustices in the Philippines, and I’ll only name one. Bribery is one of them. Nowadays, wealthy people get away with literally anything because of their wealth and fame. I also won’t forget to mention that if you are rich, you can basically apply for anything and everyone will accept just because you’re famous and wealthy. Meanwhile middle-classed people have to go through high standards just to get a job, isn’t that unfair? Moreover, wealthy people abuse their power and use it to harm those who are poor. The only way to stop this is to humble those who are corrupted and support injustices.

5. What corporal work of mercy are you willing to do this week? How will you carry it out?

・ As of today, I’ll make sure to be considerate to those around me who have done a mistake because everyone makes mistakes and we need to learn how to accept and forgive. It’s a difficult thing for sure, but we should at least try.

When was the time you had difficulty forgiving another?

・ It was when I didn’t know what to do, she really did hurt me, but I had to be considerate with her situation. It wasn’t even her intention to begin with, I was just hesitant to forgive her because I was scared it would happen again.

Why? How did you forgive/ will you forgive that person?

・ After some time, I eventually forgave her. I forgave her because I knew this was an opportunity for her to improve herself in order to become a better person. Sure, it took me a lot of courage but in the end, I still did it.

6. What aspects of yourself have you not yet completely surrendered to the Lord?

・ I haven’t surrendered a part of me, I don’t want to mention it because it’s quite personal. But as of now, I’m trying to get rid of that aspect of mine for it is not a good thing to have. Maybe soon, when the time comes, I’ll get rid of it.

Spend time identifying each one to the Lord. When ready, entrust them all to the Lord, trusting he knows what is best for you.

7. When were those times when you felt you were a genuine peacemaker to others? What exactly did you do?

・ Well I don’t know, but I guess the time when I had to face someone who was quite harsh and stubborn. I wanted to help them, but they kept refusing my help. However, I didn’t give up, I waited for the time until they were ready before I genuinely talked to them. The whole conversation was heartwarming and I got to know their own perspective.

Who were the people involved then? What were you risking to be a true peacemaker to these people?

・ To be fair, there really weren’t any people involved, I don’t like it when people engage themselves in personal issues that have no correlation to them as a person.

8. Have you ever experienced any form of “persecution” due to your insistence on holding on to what is right and truthful?

・ Yes I have, I don’t know if it’s considered but it was a heated argument. I sticked to my own truth and perspective.

How have these experiences of persecution purified and humbled you?

・ I was harsh that time, and after some time of reflecting, I have realized that being harsh isn’t always the key. I need to be mindful of my words and be considerate in order to befriend others and gain their trust.

How have they brought you closer to God?

・ To be honest, our argument wasn’t related to God. I feel like I was the one who brought them closer to God because they are now quite religious now which is good, really good!

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• My greatest riches right now are my relationship with my family and friends, and the unforgettable moments that I have spent with them.

  
  

  2. Describe a time when you experienced a deep sadness to be called mourning. Did you experience mourning for the suffering of others and creation? How was this mourning eventually consoled?

• The time where I was so proud with my achievements, but my parents and grandmother just asked me if that is what I can only achieve-at that time I discovered that I am nothing without my achievements. It was eventually consoled when I ranted to my friend and she listened without saying a word that could pressurize me even more. She just stayed there as someone whom I can lean on.

  
  

  3. What are the causes of rampant suffering and oppression in the Philippines? In what way can you help in addressing these problems?

• Some of the causes of rampant suffering and oppression here in the Philippines is the greediness of the government officials; taking away the money that is supposed to be for the people in poverty, and just take the money for themselves. These days the social media platforms are very popular among the younger generations since the decisions up to the younger ones now in the elections for the government officials one way to address the corruption being done by the government is to post the things that they are doing bad for our economy, but the post must strong enough with just the right amount of evidence to point out their wrongdoings.

• 4. What are the injustices that you see in the Philippines? In what way can you address these?

• One time where I can really see the injustice here in the Philippine is when President Rodrigo Roa Duterte started the 'War on Drugs' wherein people will get killed if found using the illegal substances, now this movement is going to have a good result if only the people or the police and other officials would be fair to everyone because a lot of lives where wasted just because they want to gain more income( it was said that if you (an official) can kill someone that is using an illegal substance you could get a raise of your income.) Because of the greediness of the people a lot of lives were wasted. By staying informed about our country and our economy we can also inform other people and let their eyes be awakened form the reality that greed is ruling over us.

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  5. What corporal work of mercy are you willing to do this week? How will you carry it out? When was the time you had difficulty forgiving another? Why? How did you forgive/ will you forgive that person?

• This week, I am willing to give and donate things and clothes that I don't need any more especially to the people affected in the typhoon.

6.When was the time you had difficulty forgiving another? Why? How did you forgive/ will you forgive that person?

• I once had a difficulty forgiving my parents because they had pushed me through everything and I followed them with all my heart, yet it still feels like they hold a grudge on me. I will talk to them about how I felt during those times when I am ready.

• 6. What aspects of yourself have you not yet completely surrendered to the Lord? Spend time identifying each one to the Lord. When ready, entrust them all to the Lord, trusting he knows what is best for you.

• That one aspect of myself that I haven't surrendered completely to the Lord is my personality where sometimes I cannot control my anger to point that I am breaking the things near me including the people around me.

  
  

• 7. When were those times when you felt you were a genuine peacemaker to others? What exactly did you do? Who were the people involved then? What were you risking to be a true peacemaker to these people?

• The time in 6th grade where to girls were fighting and one was like, "I am not afraid to kill someone." and at that time she was holding a cutter, I just simply went to them and slowly get the knife/cutter from her hands and let then two have a talk with me in between them, so that there won't be any physical fight to break off. At that time, I was really scared for both of them because someone might get injured, but some of my classmates encouraged me to get in between them, I was risking my safety at that time, yet I was able to conquer it.

  
  

• 8. Have you ever experienced any form of “persecution” due to your insistence on holding on to what is right and truthful? How have these experiences of persecution purified and humbled you? How have they brought you closer to God?

• Thanks to God, I haven't really experienced any persecution, but if ever that time will come I pray that the people doing such things will face the reality and know the emotions felt by the people because of such doings.

• my family love, because in the term of “love” love refers to support, peace, communication, respect, trust and have a strong faith to God.

2. Describe a time when you experienced a deep sadness to be called mourning.

• After loss of my cousin, I experienced the emotions of sadness.

Did you experience mourning for the suffering of others and creation? How was this mourning eventually consoled?

• yes, I experienced mouring for the suffering of others. I comfort her and telling her that she isn't alone.

3. What are the causes of rampant suffering and oppression in the Philippines?

• Corruption, it involves practicing legal in many countries.

In what way can you help in addressing these problems?

• I can help addressing these problems by reducing in a business, transparency.

4. What are the injustices that you see in the Philippines?

• When people work so hard and some of people works for injustice like stealing or try to rob.

In what way can you address these?

• Telling them not to steal because they can work for money with peace and justice. Telling them that is not right, practicing them to be fair.

5. What corporal work of mercy are you willing to do this week? How will you carry it out?

• To feed the hungry, because it is all bout joy and pleasure, the children of God being satisfied and nourished.

When was the time you had difficulty forgiving another? Why? How did you forgive/ will you forgive that person?

• When the time I forgive my best friend because she steal my money but she apologized why she do that, and I forgive her because I love her as my friend, I tell her also that is not good. I believe that “NO BODY'S PERFECT.”

6. What aspects of yourself have you not yet completely surrendered to the Lord?

• Fellowship, I need to independence in life and acknowledge my life.

Spend time identifying each one to the Lord. When ready, entrust them all to the Lord, trusting he knows what is best for you.

7. When were those times when you felt you were a genuine peacemaker to others? What exactly did you do?

• I felt genuine peacemaker to others when the time my friend and one friend are arguing. I tell them that's not right, they can solve their problem by peace.

Who were the people involved then?

• my friend

What were you risking to be a true peacemaker to these people?

• Hard work and bring good things in life or people into a place of peace and love.

8. Have you ever experienced any form of “persecution” due to your insistence on holding on to what is right and truthful?

• yes, that time I stand for the truth.

How have these experiences of persecution purified and humbled you?

• We need to stand for the right and truth because Jesus is saying is that persecution is the evidence that they belong in the kingdom of heaven.

How have they brought you closer to God?

• Spend time in prayer, because it brought us closer to God.

1.] What are your greatest riches now - things, realities, relationships you have and own that money cannot buy?

• my greatest riches now is my friendship with my friend, She is very kind and helpful. She shares her things with me and always look out for me. She is really really caring, she always lighten me up. And I know she doesn't see herself in that way, but at least I do.

2. Describe a time when you experienced a deep sadness to be called mourning. 

• Well there is this one time where my parents yelled at me because I didn't do any chores. I was supposed to tell them how I feel but I never did, cause they'll think that I'm wrong and then judge me for it or something like that.

Did you experience mourning for the suffering of others and creation? How was this mourning eventually consoled? 

• No, I haven't. I don't know but I sometimes feel bad for them.

3. What are the causes of rampant suffering and oppression in the Philippines? 

• Many discrimination will happen and soon It'll be all just war no peace. Our community will start to decrease and damages can be seen everywhere.

In what way can you help in addressing these problems?

• Fight for what is right, do little things that can help our country have a little improvement and soon it'll be better.

4. What are the injustices that you see in the Philippines?

• Politics giving unfair rules to the people just because of money. The greediness and the foolishness of the people.

In what way can you address these?

• To fix this type of mindset and give equality to the people. Be fair to avoid any circumstances that can cause discrimination.

5. What corporal work of mercy are you willing to do this week? How will you carry it out? 

• Donate some valuables to the people who are affected by any kinds of natural disasters/ calamities or to the poor.

When was the time you had difficulty forgiving another? Why? How did you forgive/ will you forgive that person?

• Well it happened when I was still in grade 6, two girls in my class make fun of me because I didn't want to answer the problem in front of my classmates. To avoid getting called by my teacher, I decided to go to the bathroom to hide (which is a stupid idea) and one of my classmates which is the girl that I was talking about, noticed the trick so she began to tease me and told her "friend" on what she noticed and yelled out my name and told the teacher. And I ended up getting called just because of THEM. It was worst because I almost cried, my hands were uncontrollably sweating and shaking. Eventually, as time passed by, I still haven't forgive them.

6. What aspects of yourself have you not yet completely surrendered to the Lord?
Spend time identifying each one to the Lord. When ready, entrust them all to the Lord, trusting he knows what is best for you.

• I think there isn't any aspects that I haven't shared or surrendered yet to the lord.

7. When were those times when you felt you were a genuine peacemaker to others? What exactly did you do?
Who were the people involved then? What were you risking to be a true peacemaker to these people?

• I can't exactly recall on what it is, but from my memory, My past friends were fighting and then I tried to stop them and to my surprise they actually did. I was shocked cause I didn't know they would actually listen to me. I did not risk anything because standing up for what is right is never wrong.

8. Have you ever experienced any form of “persecution” due to your insistence on holding on to what is right and truthful?  
How have these experiences of persecution purified and humbled you?  
How have they brought you closer to God?

• Yes I have, these experiences humbled me by realizing on how to make the right decisions in life and how to be cautious with my actions. They brought me closer to God by learning from my mistakes and realizing the things that I haven't realized from the past.

" If you can change your mind, you can change your life."

𓆝 𓆟 𓆞 𓆝𓆝 𓆟 𓆞 𓆝𓆝 𓆟 𓆞 𓆝𓆝 𓆟 𓆞 𓆝𓆝 𓆟 𓆞 𓆝𓆝 𓆟 𓆞 𓆝𓆝 𓆟 𓆞 𓆝

• My greatest riches are my knowledge, abilities, and relationships with the people I love. Especially my friends. They made me feel safe all the time, even though we are not talking, just their presence alone, worth more. These are intangible assets that cannot be bought with money.

2. Describe a time when you experienced a deep sadness to be called mourning. 
Did you experience mourning for the suffering of others and creation? How was this mourning eventually consoled? 

• One of the experience is when my dog died. He was my buddy. We've been bestfriends since the day I was born. But one day, when I got home to school, I was really excited to see my dog, and to play with him. But I was wrong, it became a nightmare.

  
  

  This was consoled when my parents came home with a puppy, she was like a resemblance of my dog. She help me accept the fact of my heavenly dog.

3. What are the causes of rampant suffering and oppression in the Philippines? 
In what way can you help in addressing these problems?

• There are many suffering and oppression in the Philippines, which includes corruption, political instability, and social inequality. These issues are deeply rooted in the country’s history and are difficult to address in a simple or straight forward way. What I can basically do is to stand for what is right and fight for the truth.

4. What are the injustices that you see in the Philippines? In what way can you address these?

• Corruption is a major problem in the Philippines, with many people feeling that the government and other institutions are not accountable to the people. This can lead to a lack of trust in the government and a sense of frustration and anger among the population.

  
  

  Encouraging citizen participation in the political process, it can also be an effective way to address government corruption.

5. What corporal work of mercy are you willing to do this week? How will you carry it out?

When was the time you had difficulty forgiving another? Why? How did you forgive/ will you forgive that person?

• I am willing to donate for those in needs, especially to those people who are affected in the typhoon. I will carry it out by searching through my stuffs, purchasing some non-perishable food and dropping them off to those in needs.

• I had difficulty forgiving another person when I was in a personal conflict with a close friend. She did something for like many times now, I always tend to find a little reason to understand her. For some reasons, I'm starting to forgive her already. Calming myself down and praying, really helps.

6. What aspects of yourself have you not yet completely surrendered to the Lord? 

Spend time identifying each one to the Lord. When ready, entrust them all to the Lord, trusting he knows what is best for you.

• The aspects of myself that I have not yet surrendered to the Lord completely are my anger and fear. Letting my anger take over rather than love. And sometimes, my fear of the future also took over rather than just enjoying the present.

• That I should not let my anger and fear took over my soul. Instead, I should pray it silently to the Lord for He knows that I should spread love and humility rather than anger and hatred.

7. When were those times when you felt you were a genuine peacemaker to others? What exactly did you do?

Who were the people involved then? What were you risking to be a true peacemaker to these people?

• The time when I felt like I was a genuine peacemaker to others is when I seek for what is right. That my friend copied the answer key during exam.

• People involved back then are my teacher, my classmates and me. I placed my friendship on a risky rope. Which eventually fell after that day.

8. Have you ever experienced any form of “persecution” due to your insistence on holding on to what is right and truthful?  

How have these experiences of persecution purified and humbled you?  

How have they brought you closer to God?

• I have experienced the form of "persecution". When I gently corrected my close friend that the way she acts isn't appropriate for others. But eventually, because of that she cut me off.

• These experiences of persecution have purified and humbled me by making me more resilient and empathic towards others. They have taught me to appreciate the small things, which also helped me be the best version of myself.

• They have given me a sense of purpose and direction in life.

-I guess the bond we have with my sister. Even though we fight, we still find ways how to get back again^^
2. Describe a time when you experienced a deep sadness to be called mourning.

- When my lola died at my birthday. I was crying so hard that day.
Did you experience mourning for the suffering of others and creation?

-Yes, I was wondering what will happen to me, and my family if the world ends and then I suddenly cried because I was scared:'

How was this mourning eventually consoled?

-Many days past, I realized that I need to accept it because I have nothing to do mn, it already happened.

3. What are the causes of rampant suffering and oppression in the Philippines?
In what way can you help in addressing these problems?

-Environmental issues, like the climate change, natural disasters, etc. By telling them that we should take care of our home, our mother earth.

4. What are the injustices that you see in the Philippines?

In what way can you address these?

-The injustices I see in the Philippines are Lack of job and Human Rights Violation. I can help them by giving them some advice or information about it.
5. What corporal work of mercy are you willing to do this week? How will you carry it out?

The corporal work of mercy I'm willing to do this week is to give drink to the thirsty. I'll carry it out by buying water bottles and giving it to them.
6.When was the time you had difficulty forgiving another? Why? How did you forgive/ will you forgive that person?

-When my sister broke my tablet. I was having a hard time forgiving her bcs that tablet was so precious to me and I was still a kid that time. But of course I forgave her because she's still my sister , and it was just an accident.

7. What aspects of yourself have you not yet completely surrendered to the Lord?
Spend time identifying each one to the Lord. When ready, entrust them all to the Lord, trusting he knows what is best for you.

-It's just simple, my life:)
8. When were those times when you felt you were a genuine peacemaker to others? What exactly did you do?
Who were the people involved then? What were you risking to be a true peacemaker to these people?

-When my sister and cousin was fighting because of a candy. What I did is, I bought another one since the candy is just in the sari-sari store. The people involved are my siter and my cousin. I risked my time to sleep so that the fight will stop^^
9. Have you ever experienced any form of “persecution” due to your insistence on holding on to what is right and truthful?

-yes  
How have these experiences of persecution purified and humbled you?

-These experienced humbled me by realizing that I shouldn't be annoyed since it is the good thing
How have they brought you closer to God?

-By holding what's the truth and good.

- My greatest riches is my family because their are worth it in my life.

2. Describe a time when you experienced a deep sadness to be called mourning.
Did you experience mourning for the suffering of others and creation? How was this mourning eventually consoled?
- Behavioral changes because sometimes i can experience symptom when i was very struggle of my social activities.

3. What are the causes of rampant suffering and oppression in the Philippines?
In what way can you help in addressing these problems?
- Eventually there are many causes of rampant in the Philippines. Human right because it enforced disappearances, and political persecution. I can help by

4. What are the injustices that you see in the Philippines?
In what way can you address these?
- The economic growth, suffers from significant income inequality, with a large segment of the population living in poverty.

5. What corporal work of mercy are you willing to do this week? How will you carry it out?
When was the time you had difficulty forgiving another? Why? How did you forgive/ will you forgive that person?

- I can give people in the streets some foods and clothes because I know to myself that when gave something to people even though it just a small thing I know that it is very big appreciation to other people.

6. What aspects of yourself have you not yet completely surrendered to the Lord?
Spend time identifying each one to the Lord. When ready, entrust them all to the Lord, trusting he knows what is best for you.
- I haven't completely surrendered to the Lord because I can't control my emotions in public to the point my hands are shacking so hard because of the emotions that I cannot control.

7. When were those times when you felt you were a genuine peacemaker to others? What exactly did you do?
Who were the people involved then? What were you risking to be a true peacemaker to these people?
- I can't really recall my past memory.

8. Have you ever experienced any form of “persecution” due to your insistence on holding on to what is right and truthful?  
How have these experiences of persecution purified and humbled you?  
How have they brought you closer to God?

- I haven't experience any persecution, but if ever happen I face for what is right because of the society.

-My greatest riches realities or relationship that I have own right now that cannot buy with money is my Family because of all the love and support it provides. And also Family provides love, support and a values to each of its members.

2. Describe a time when you experienced a deep sadness to be called mourning. Did you experience mourning for the suffering of others and creation? How was this mourning eventually consoled?

-Yes, When my Lolo died we go to his hometown which is in Leyte to buried him and I felt sadness. And I get consoled eventually because my Mom said to pray and Mom said get into a mind set where they are ready to feel better.

3. What are the causes of rampant suffering and oppression in the Philippines? In what way can you help in addressing these problems?

-The causes of rampant suffering and oppression in the Philippines is the people who has low salaries. I can help it by setting clear goal and expectations with the manager for the next review.

4. What are the injustices that you see in the Philippines? In what way can you address these?

-The injustices that I see in the Philippines is the human rights issues. I can address these by promoting public awareness campaigns and by promoting dialogue.

5. What corporal work of mercy are you willing to do this week? How will you carry it out? When was the time you had difficulty forgiving another? Why? How did you forgive/ will you forgive that person?

-The corporal work of mercy that I am willing to do this week is to feed the hungry, I will donate food to a local homeless that needs meal and a shelter. I will carry this out by practicing to feed the hungry people because we people need something to eat. The last time that I have difficulty forgiving another is my fried who lied to me because it was hard to felt betrayed. I was able to forgive but understanding and realizing. I chose to let go out the hurt and rebuild trust slowly.

6. What aspects of yourself have you not yet completely surrendered to the Lord? Spend time identifying each one to the Lord. When ready, entrust them all to the Lord, trusting he knows what is best for you.

- I often prioritize other things over spending time in prayer. - My entrust that I will entryst all to the Lord is to release each concern to God’s core, trusting in His socereignty and goodness. And I struggle to release control over my studies and decisions.

7. When were those times when you felt you were a genuine peacemaker to others? What exactly did you do? Who were the people involved then? What were you risking to be a true peacemaker to these people?

- These could be moments where I mediated between friends, family members and my actions that contributed to solving my issue and problems.

-The people who are involved is my family and friends. What I risking to be a true peacemaker to these people is my relationship of my family that might feel betrayed or frustrated if my peacemaker efforts require to me.

8. Have you ever experienced any form of "persecution" due to your insistence on holding on to what is right and truthful?

-Yes, I have experienced situations where standing up for what I believe to be right led to isolation or misunderstanding from others. For example, there was a time when I had to speak out against unethical behavior at home, which led to tension with some people.

How have these experiences of persecution purified and humbled you?

- These experiences have taught me helped me to see the bigger picture and patience.

How have they brought you closer to God?

-In these moments of struggle, I found myself praying more and seeking guidance go as I expected, staying true to what is right is part of God’s Plan.

★My greatest riches in my life right now are my friends and family... Because they helped me grow as a person, these people shared with me alot of precious memories. And they inspire me to learn my self worth as a person.

2. Describe a time when you experienced a deep sadness to be called mourning.

Did you experience mourning for the suffering of others and creation? How was this mourning eventually consoled?

★A time where in I experience a time of great mourning was when.. I had academic problems.. School works has pressured me to the point where in I had mental issues and experience depression for the very first time..My parents noticed my sufferings and they began helping me to move on from my bad grades and focus on whats actually worth learning for.. and thats the importance of life! And guidance of god.

3. What are the causes of rampant suffering and oppression in the Philippines?

In what way can you help in addressing these problems?

★Ranpant suffering of Philippines is.. LOW income/salaries.. Filipino familys will be having a hard time to budget their money properly since they only have little amount..this could result into bad health issues and improper way of living

-ways to address these problems is government should handle this well and will try to fix the Philippines salary income to the Filipino workers!!

4. What are the injustices that you see in the Philippines?

In what way can you address these?

★Injustices that I see here in the Philippines is ...Significant human rights issues included credible reports of: unlawful or arbitrary killings, including extrajudicial killings; forced disappearance; torture or cruel, inhuman or degrading treatment or punishment by and on behalf of the government.

- Ways to adress these issues are ; better education, better healthcare, social safety nets and higher and broader economic growth, especially in agriculture.

5. What corporal work of mercy are you willing to do this week? How will you carry it out?

When was the time you had difficulty forgiving another? Why? How did you forgive/ will you forgive that person?

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★ A corporal work of mercy that im willing to do this week is to be GOOD not just to the people but to god aswell! I can carry out my goodness to others by proving to them that i am respesible and capable of being a good citizen to them and a good children to GOD

-There are alot of times where in i felt like it was hard to forgive others..It may be because i felt hurt and betrayed by what they have done.. maybe because I'm also being selfish at that time..BUT eventually i forgave that person because i know it was the right thing to do and that's something god also wanted me to do!🫶🏻

6. What aspects of yourself have you not yet completely surrendered to the Lord?

Spend time identifying each one to the Lord. When ready, entrust them all to the Lord, trusting he knows what is best for you.

★Aspects that i have not yet completely surrender to the lord is.. my bad behavior and attitude:( For me i find it difficult to change especially because of my anger issues. But even though its difficult i do know how to handle them well now.. and if ever i have a hard time about myself i just pray very often to relieve the pain.

7. When were those times when you felt you were a genuine peacemaker to others? What exactly did you do?

Who were the people involved then? What were you risking to be a true peacemaker to these people?

★Times where in I felt like a genuine peacemaker is..when I comfort others in there lowest and would try mybest to make them feel better.The people involved in that situation was my freind having a hard time to get over her love one that had died 2years ago🥹..

- AS a peacemaker i risked my time to help my friend be better but although that i didn't regret risking anything because I wanted her to know that i would be here for her always!🫶🏻

8. Have you ever experienced any form of “persecution” due to your insistence on holding on to what is right and truthful?

How have these experiences of persecution purified and humbled you?

How have they brought you closer to God?

★YES as I go through with my life ...I experience persecution. These experience gas helped me grow up and to be more mature in the way i act,speak and treat myself and others..this helped me be more humble and prufied myself as a person

And of course this has helped me go closer to god 🫶🏻 this experience helped me learn more about god and to appreciate all the wonderful blessings i received!🫶🏻

and own that money cannot buy?

Loving relationship with my family and friends.

2. Describe a time when you experienced a deep sadness to be called mourning.

Losing loved one, witnessing tragety

I also for suffering of others.

Did you experience mourning for the suffering of others and creation? How was this mourning eventually consoled?

3. What are the causes of rampant suffering and oppression in the Philippines?

In what way can you help in addressing these problems?

Corruption and poor governance.

4. What are the injustices that you see in the Philippines?

Human rights Violations.

In what way can you address these?

5. What corporal work of mercy are you willing to do this week? How will you carry it out?

Donating food or I Volunteer self to help other people.

When was the time you had difficulty forgiving another? Why? How did you forgive/ will you forgive that person?

6. What aspects of yourself have you not yet completely surrendered to the Lord?

Spend time identifying each one to the Lord. When ready, entrust them all to the Lord, trusting he knows what is best for you.

My fears and doubts and my pride and ego.

7. When were those times when you felt you were a genuine peacemaker to others? What exactly did you do?

Who were the people involved then? What were you risking to be a true peacemaker to these people?

Offering forgiveness and reconciliation

I recall a time when I helped resolve a conflict between two colleagues. I listened attentively, encouraged open communication, and suggested a compromise. It required empathy, patience, and courage, but ultimately led to a positive resolution."

8. Have you ever experienced any form of “persecution” due to your insistence on holding on to what is right and truthful?

How have these experiences of persecution purified and humbled you?

How have they brought you closer to God?

- Enduring ridicule for my faith

-Money cannot buy family and friends, because my family and friends are important to my life, they are the one who helped me through all the problems.

2. Describe a time when you experienced a deep sadness to be called mourning.

Did you experience mourning for the suffering of others and creation? How was this mourning eventually consoled?

-The time that I experienced deep sadness, or mourning is when my grandpa died on December 17, 2021, I was ungrateful to myself because I treated him badly when I was young, but now I knew that he loved me very much I was hurt from what I did. For me losing someone that you never knew she or he loves you very much is hard, I never said a last goodbye to my lolo.

3. What are the causes of rampant suffering and oppression in the Philippines?

In what way can you help in addressing these problems?

-The rampant suffering and oppression in the Philippines stem from factors like widespread poverty, environmental challenges, human rights violations, and limited access to education. These issues create a cycle that exacerbates inequality and hinders development. While I can't take direct action, I can help by providing information, encouraging advocacy, promoting sustainable practices, and facilitating dialogue to raise awareness and inspire collective efforts for positive change in communities.

4. What are the injustices that you see in the Philippines? In what way can you address these?

-The injustices that I see in the Philippines is Atlas Mining, this injustice can be found in Inuburan. Every time that I go home back to province, I always see the mining in the mountains which can destroy the beauty of the Philippines. My relatives live in Balirong which is veryveryvery far, sometimes I go back to balirong by myself, OfCourse I get scolded. I address this in the way of stopping it [knowing I can't stop the property].

5. What corporal work of mercy are willing to do this week? How will you carry it out? When was the time you had a difficulty of forgiving another? why? How did you forgive /will that person?

-The corporal work of mercy that I am willing to do this week is to be just nice to others. I will carry it out with confidence. The time that I had difficulty of forgiving another is when I was grade 7, because my old bestfriend ykyk. I forgive that person in the way of being honest and trustworthy, well I knew what she did to me and made me feel depression, but I will still forgive her because I give chances[hheheheehe].

6. What aspects of yourself have you not yet completely surrendered to the Lord?

Spend time identifying each one to the Lord. When ready, entrust them all to the Lord, trusting he knows what is best for you.

-I have not surrendered the lord and I will never surrender the lord, because he is the one who helped through all my problems.

7. When were those times when you felt you were a genuine peacemaker to others? What exactly did you do?

Who were the people involved then? What were you risking being a true peacemaker to these people?

-The time that I felt as a genuine peacemaker is when I am being good with them, what I did was just let my classmates borrow my things, and the ones who is giving me a bad attitude is I forgive them. The people that are involved them are my friends.

8. Have you ever experienced any form of “persecution” due to your insistence on holding on to what is right and truthful?

How have these experiences of persecution purified and humbled you?

How have they brought you closer to God?

-None

-The corporal work of mercy that I am willing to do is to reflect on my actions and emotions. There was that one time when one of my close friend betrayed me by telling others some of my secrets and lies about it. I will forgive this person by reflecting on the things that I did and the emotions that I have shown to that person through this I can make time to forgive this person.

6. What aspects of yourself have you not yet completely surrendered to the Lord?
Spend time identifying each one to the Lord. When ready, entrust them all to the Lord, trusting he knows what is best for you.

-One of the aspects of myself that I haven't completely surrendered to the lord is my pride and self-sufficiency because sometimes I see myself falling into my own trap that I can do things by my one without any help from others and only relying on myself.
7. When were those times when you felt you were a genuine peacemaker to others? What exactly did you do?
Who were the people involved then? What were you risking to be a true peacemaker to these people?

-There was that one time when I felt like I was a genuine peacemaker to others when two of my close friends were having an argument about something and won't listen to each others opinion,so I encourage both of them to listen to one another and express what they really felt without any judgement. It's risky to be a peacemaker but you'll get through it.
8. Have you ever experienced any form of “persecution” due to your insistence on holding on to what is right and truthful?
How have these experiences of persecution purified and humbled you?
How have they brought you closer to God?

-Yes, I had experience a form of persecution due to my insistence on holding what is right and truthful. This experience purified and humbled me by humility and dependence to God. These experience brought me closer to God by strengthening my faith and understanding spiritual growth.

-It is hope, love, and faith that are my riches things that money cannot buy, because money is just a thing for humans to have.

2. Describe a time when you experienced a deep sadness to be called mourning.

Did you experience mourning for the suffering of others and creation? How was this mourning eventually consoled?

When that last time i was in deep sadness, like depression is from the time when at my father's funeral, it's broke my heart, and broke my world, and I don't really experience mourning...

3. What are the causes of rampant suffering and oppression in the Philippines?

In what way can you help in addressing these problems?

I don't really know the of rampant, I don't know how to address the problems, so maybe it the will of God, problems are gonna disappear in any minute.

4. What are the injustices that you see in the Philippines?

In what way can you address these?

Um... The injustice that I see in the Philippines is... People wanting money a lot, no peace but fightings. We all should learn how to be peacemakers, not just let them be.

5. What corporal work of mercy are you willing to do this week? How will you carry it out?

When was the time you had difficulty forgiving another? Why? How did you forgive/ will you forgive that person?

The corporal work of mercy I am doing or willing to do this week is to be merciful to the people I have hated in the past. I will carry it out by being nice to them. The time I have difficulties in forgiving is the time when me and my friend had a fight and I didn't know to forgive yet. And yes, I forgave that person.

6. What aspects of yourself have you not yet completely surrendered to the Lord?

Spend time identifying each one to the Lord. When ready, entrust them all to the Lord, trusting he knows what is best for you.

My trust, my trust is the only one I will surrender to the Lord because, sometimes I get tempted by enemies not to trust God. But I try my best.

7. When were those times when you felt you were a genuine peacemaker to others? What exactly did you do?

Who were the people involved then? What were you risking to be a true peacemaker to these people?

Not really can say peacemaker but just helping. When my mom and dad were fighting, helped them to stop so it can all be at peace.

8. Have you ever experienced any form of “persecution” due to your insistence on holding on to what is right and truthful?

How have these experiences of persecution purified and humbled you?

How have they brought you closer to God?

Not yet experience that, maybe... Just a bit, and I don't know yet how it brings me to God....