From wayne anthony j. rivera

-Alterado,Mazna

When my grandfather die 
● Did you experience mourning for the suffering of others and creation? 

Yes
● How was this mourning eventually consoled?

By my parents comforting

the relationship i have with my family

Love and Relationships: Genuine love, emotional connections, and meaningful relationships cannot be purchased. They are built on trust, care, and mutual understanding.

My greatest riches i have is the relationships and bond with my family

-My greatest rches in life is my family.

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

-When my dog died

● Did you experience mourning for the suffering of others and creation?

-No

● How was this mourning eventually consoled?

-By burying the dog

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

-Corruption and discrimination

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

In what way can you address these?

-People treating poor people bad.

-John Gonzales

It is caused by the corrupt organizations taking advantage of people and the corrupt government.
In what way can you help in addressing these problems?

By speaking out to these oppressions and injustice.

my grandfather at the hospital
● Did you experience mourning for the suffering of others and creation? 

yes
● How was this mourning eventually consoled?

prayed

poverty

My greatest riches is my family, lola, and friends

Dehneb Omaella Saycon

Corrupt government and Bias
In what way can you address these?

By speaking out.

domestic abuse and drug use

-I mourned deeply when I lost a loved one, feeling an emptiness I couldn’t escape.

● Did you experience mourning for the suffering of others and creation?

-no

● How was this mourning eventually consoled?

-I found comfort through time, support from others, small acts of kindness, and knowing I wasn’t alone in my grief.

Loyalty, love, trust, happiness and hard work

i will give mercy to others

How will you carry it out? 

i will carry it out by being merciful
When was the time you had difficulty forgiving another?

none

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

non

-John Gonzales

stealing money

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

*Yes

*They all forgave each other

-Suffering in the Philippines comes from poverty, corruption, and inequality. I can help through kindness, awareness, and community support.

The injustices that I see in the Philippines is treating the poor differently from the higher class people.

none i did not experience being a peacemaker since i dont apil apil

yes they brought me closer to God because the scenarios showed me that we should be more truthful in life and avoid lying for self gain

Hannah

We should be aware of our community

-John Gonzales

In what way can you address these?

-In the Philippines, injustices include poverty, poor education and healthcare access, corruption, and discrimination. I can help by volunteering, supporting local organizations, and raising awareness about these issues.

I will forgive others this week. I will carry it out by understanding them.

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

It is personal. But I forgave that person by listening to their side.

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

-This week, I will help the hungry by organizing a food drive in my community.

I struggled to forgive someone who betrayed my trust because it hurt deeply. To forgive, I reflected on their perspective and decided to talk to them about my feelings and work on rebuilding trust.

-Yes

-it was consoled by coping with it

● 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?

2. It was the time when my parents parted ways. Yes, and it was consoled through prayer.

   
   

-John Gonzales

● 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 fully surrendered my fears about the future, my need for control, and doubts about my worthiness to the Lord. I will spend time in prayer to identify these struggles and then trust them to Him, believing He knows what’s best for me.

I don't know

I distracted myself, no one really comforted me.

Dehneb Omaella Saycon

-I felt like a peacemaker when I helped two friends resolve a misunderstanding. I listened to both sides and encouraged them to talk. I risked upsetting them if my help didn’t work, but it was worth it when they reconciled and appreciated my support.

•In what way can you help in addressing these problems?

-by helping them cope with the suffering.

• Money cannot buy Love.

  
  

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 my pet got mauled by a dog. I did experience mourning for my pet. I consoled it by tending to its wounds and staying with it until their end.

  
  

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

• Poverty, Criminal activity, Corrupt government, and Natural disasters. We could help in adressing these problems by electing good leaders.

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

In what way can you address these?

• Corrupt Government and Criminal Activity such as sex trafficking, slavery, and Child abuse. We could implement laws that stops these injustices.

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?

• Feeding the Hungry by donating food to homeless shelter. A long time ago. I forgave 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.

• My physical and mental

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?

• N/A

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. It purified and humbled me and brought me closer to God.

How have these experiences of persecution purified and humbled you?

How have they brought you closer to God?

-Yes, I’ve faced criticism for standing up for what I believe is right. These experiences humbled me and taught me patience and compassion. They brought me closer to God, as I turned to Him for strength and guidance, reinforcing my commitment to truth and helping me find peace during tough times.

Promoting kindness and raising awareness

Dehneb Omaella Saycon

How have they brought you closer to God?

I did not experienced any persecution for doing the right thing.

-John Gonzales

-the injustices I see in the Philippines is poverty and I can address this by helping them get out of poverty.

By raising awareness and reminding people through social media

-John Gonzales

I can address by helping the poor such as giving them food, water, etc.

● 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 when i experienced a deep mourning was when my lolo died

-No

-It was healed through time and thinking that he is already in a good place

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 the cause of it is sometimes corrupt politicians that dont address these problems right away

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

-When the poor get poorer and the rich get richer through the corruption

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?

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

-One way is forgiving the people that has hurt me through the little things like showing i forgived them by smiling at them na kaysa mag kusmod nila

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 is my spiritual aspect because i dont go to the chapel much anymore

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 hapit na mag bagay sa basket nya ipa hunong na

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 not yet experienced any form of persecution

The way that I can help is by making a project where we can give food to the people who are in need.

What are your greatest riches now -- things, realities, relationships you have and own that money can't buy?

Trust in others, loyalty to the Lord and work, discipline in jobs.

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

When learned that my grandfather was to be admitted into the hospital.

Did you experience mourning for the suffering of others and creation?

Yes.

How was this mourning eventually consoled?

When it was announced that my grandfather would be discharged within the week.

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

It is caused by those who are corrupt and hold no care for others.

In what way can you help in addressing these problems?

To raise awareness about such things.

What are the injustices that you see in the Philippines?

The abuse and murder of others.

What corporal act of mercy are you willing to do this week?

I will pray for those who were affected by the hurricanes and natural disasters.

What aspects of yourself have you not hey completely surrendered to the Lord?

My worries and trust in his power.

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

There were times my brother and I fought, and I de-escalated the situation by not continuing further.

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

none.

-It would be love, the love I receive from my family, friends, all my loved ones, and most importantly God are better than any riches in the world.

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?

-Was when I lost my grandfather he loved me more than I could imagine and when I was told he was no longer here I cried for days. But with the help of my loving parents I was comforted knowing my grandpa was in a better place with the Lord our God.

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

In what way can you help in addressing these problems?

-The education system is part of the issues such as inadequate funding, lack of infrastructure, and disparities in access, particularly in rural areas. This limits opportunities for individuals to escape poverty.

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

In what way can you address these?

-Injustices include human rights violations, lack of access to basic services, and environmental degradation. I can address these by participating in campaigns that bring awareness to social issues, engaging in community service, and supporting local businesses that prioritize ethical practices.

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 visit a local shelter to serve meals to those in need. I can carry this out by coordinating with the shelter to volunteer and prepare meals. A time I had difficulty forgiving was when a friend betrayed my trust. It took time, reflection, and understanding their perspective before I could forgive them. Moving forward, I am focusing on open communication and setting healthy boundaries.

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

-My mind my heart tells me to give my whole life to the Lord serve him and yet my mind does not allow me to do so.

2. - A death of a loved one

- Yes

- By sharing my feelings

3. - The causes of rampant suffering and oppression in the Philippines is disasters , human right and corruption - By praying for our country

4. Injustices that I see in the Philippines is corruption. We can start by being a law abiding citizen.

5. Corporal work of mercy that im willing to do is to feed the hunger or donate my unused clothings to the needy.

6. I need to strengthen my personal prayer time

7. Aside for praying for love, peace, and understanding among all mankind, I pray for my friend when they are in conflict

8. - I haven't experienced any situations of any form of persecution because I always try to avoid conflict

I will try and help those who are in poverty. I will carry it out by giving them food. It was a time when they broke something of mine. It was a treasured item I kept. Maybe sooner in life I will.

I haven’t surrendered my mental and emotional.

-John Gonzales

Yes, they have bring me closer to God.

-John Gonzales

-Happiness and love are my most richest possessions, realities, and connections that money cannot purchase.

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?

-Death of a loved one

-Yes

-By expressing my emotions

How have they brought you closer to God?

I haven’t experienced presecution.

There was this one time when one of my friends talked behind my back without me knowing. I decided to forgive that person because she did not know what she was doing and I believe that when I forgive other people, it makes God happy.

This morning was consoled because I learned that my parents are busy working hard for me and for giving the life they want me to have. Sometimes, love can be seen in many ways.

Yes, I did I felt emphathy for those who were treated unfairly and for our beautiful creation that was destroyed by humans with knowledge that our earth wont last very soon.

In what way can you help in addressing these problems?

-In the Philippines, corruption, human rights violations, and natural calamities are the main causes of widespread misery and oppression.

-By including them in our prayers.

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

-Corruption is one of the injustices I observe in the Philippines. Being law-abiding citizens is a good place to start.

● How was this mourning eventually consoled? -I mourned deeply when I lost my grandfather and felt sadness. But then was eased by the support of loved ones and friends 3.)What are the causes of rampant suffering and oppression in the Philippines? -What caused rampant suffering and opression arePoverty, Corruption, Inequality, Natural Disasters and Armed Conflicts. I can adress this problem by Raising Awareness, Supporting Charities, Promoting Education and supporting Human rights. 4.)What are the injustices that you see in the Philippines?

In what way can you address these? -The injustice I see are Poverty,Corruption and Human Rights Violations. You can adressed this by Educate Yourself and Others,Use Social Media, and Advocate for Policy Change. 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 will feed the hungry by volunteering at a food bank.

I struggled to forgive a friend who betrayed my trust. After reflecting, I talked to them about my feelings, which helped me let go of my anger and 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. -Some aspects of myself that I haven't completely surrendered to the Lord are Control,Past Regrets and Relationships.To surrender these to the Lord, I will spend time in prayer, sharing my fears and struggles. 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? - felt like a genuine peacemaker when I support a classmate and Mediating a Conflict and I cant tell the names. 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 faced “persecution” for my beliefs, especially on social issues. These experiences humbled me, teaching patience and the importance of listening. They brought me closer to God as I sought strength through prayer during tough times.

My old friends, yes because it follows the commands of God and makes peace for other people .

-I'm willing to perform corporal acts of kindness by giving away my unused clothes to the less fortunate or by feeding the hungry.

-When me and my sister fight, I always find it hard to forgive her, because whenever I try to talk to her when she's angry she sometimes ignores me.