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What is SULO SA PAGTOO?

RATIONALE
“Si Kristo ang kahayag”
Today’s young people are facing various external and internal challenges such as depression,
emptiness, woundedness and brokenness brought by global pandemic and some other life-threatening
dilemmas that shaken and disturb their Christian faith and personal relationship with God.
Thus, SULO SA PAGTOO is a concrete response and action of Diocesan Youth Apostolate (DYA)
through the Education and Prayer Ministry (EdPra) of Sacred Heart of Jesus Quasi-Parish in order to
strengthen the spiritual and faith journey of all young Catholics in every GKK under its parish territory
in the context of new normal. In the safety and comfort of every home, online videos and downloadable
formation copies are available and accessible.
SULO (torch) is a term that elucidates light carried by each baptized young catholic who
acquired faith in the sacrament of baptism. Because of COVID-19 Global Pandemic, many young people
wish and yearn to encounter Jesus who said that “whoever follows Him will never walk in darkness but
will have the light of life.” (Jn 9:5). Indeed, Jesus is the light of the world we all need. As young Catholic
Christians of today, we have the responsibility to always “carry the torch of our faith” so that we will
not be misled. This “torch of faith” will give us an assurance, direction and strength to face every battle
of our lives.
Moreover, like the parable of the prodigal son, the father serves as the “torch” that welcomes
back his son and brings back his true identity. In the parable of the sower, may the seeds sow sprout in
the good soil to bear good fruits.
This youth formation and catechesis aims to answer the thirst and hungry to re-discover, re-
encounter and re-experience Jesus in the ordinariness of their lives. The simplified sessions of youth
formation and catechesis will serve as a way to educate young people on Christian faith and doctrine
imparted in an arranged and systematic topic from reliable sources and references. Topics may include
social and moral issues, catechesis and doctrine from the Catholic Church.
Praying with deep faith that through the series of youth formation and catechesis, young people
(young missionary disciples and servants of the Lord) will never lose the saltiness to experience the
beauty of life and reaffirm the faith gifted by God; that no one lights a lamp and puts it under a bowl
but instead, puts it in a lampstand where it gives light for everyone in the house. (Mt. 5:13-14

SULO SA PAGTOO
“Si Kristo ang Kahayag”
The official title of Diocesan Youth Apostolate’s YOUTH FORMATION and CATECHESIS in the context of new normal
“Bring Jesus to the Young, Bring the Young to Jesus”
johnpeddyduran@gmail.com 09463370888 https://www.facebook.com/dya.shjqpapokon/
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GENERAL OBJECTIVES
1. To empower young people to live as missionary disciples of Jesus in this modern world;
2. To draw young people in an active participation in the life, mission and work of the church; and
3. To foster the personal, moral and spiritual growth of young people.

SPECIFIC OBJECTIVES
1. To guide young people to be living witnesses of God’s love, mercy, forgiveness and goodness;
2. To help young people develop a meaningful and devotional prayer life;
3. To assist young people increase their knowledge and understanding on the word of God;
4. To influence young people to develop a more profound and closeness relationship with Jesus; and
5. To help young people commit a moral and virtuous life with Jesus.

SULO SA PAGTOO
“Si Kristo ang Kahayag”
The official title of Diocesan Youth Apostolate’s YOUTH FORMATION and CATECHESIS in the context of new normal
“Bring Jesus to the Young, Bring the Young to Jesus”
johnpeddyduran@gmail.com 09463370888 https://www.facebook.com/dya.shjqpapokon/
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DEVELOPMENT TEAM OF THE YOUTH FORMATION AND CETECHESIS:

Consultant: Reynaldo A. Biliran, DCT
Parish Administrator

Chairperson: John Peddy C. Duran

Parish Youth Coordinator

Co-chairperson: Jenybabe Palingcod

Ministry Head, Education and Prayer Ministry

Writers: Joseph R. Macalinao

Ministry Head, Animation Ministry

Miel Dwight T. Lago

Ministry Head, Decoration and Logistic Ministry

Matt Morie M. Anana

Ministry Head, Documentation and Technical Ministry

Christo Rey Paul O. Guitones

Ministry Head, Music Ministry

Cristel Jane Benaning

Ministry Head, Pastoral and Service Ministry

Ryan Ladroma
Ministry Head, Secretariat and Recording Ministry

Raymond L. Ampo
Ministry Head, Sports and Recreation Ministry

Jyrwen C. Ayuban
Chairperson, Parish Youth Core Group

Contributors:
Parish Youth Core Group Members
Parish Youth Coordinating Council Workforce
MD Youth Coordinators
DYA Presidents
Education and Prayer Ministry Members from different GKKs

SULO SA PAGTOO
“Si Kristo ang Kahayag”
The official title of Diocesan Youth Apostolate’s YOUTH FORMATION and CATECHESIS in the context of new normal
“Bring Jesus to the Young, Bring the Young to Jesus”
johnpeddyduran@gmail.com 09463370888 https://www.facebook.com/dya.shjqpapokon/
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SESSION 1:
SPECIAL AND UNIQUE!

I- SESSION OBJECTIVES

1. Madiskubre sa kaugalingon nga kita “special and unique” tungod kay ang Dios
mahigugmaon ug mapasayloon;
2. Sama ni Zacchaeus, maantigo kita mudawat sa imbitasyon ni Hesus sa pagbag-o.

II- MOOD-SETTING
(Ang facilitator/s pwede mudugang pa ug mga pahimangno aron mas magmabungahon ang
mao nga session.)

1. Be present in group sessions.

2. Be open to one another.
3. Be respectful to the confidentiality of group sharing.
4. Be prayerful all throughout the session.
5. Experience Jesus in this session.

III- OPENING PRAYER

(Ang facilitator/s pwede muhimo ug kinaugalingon nga pag-ampo nga ha-om sa session topic.)

Father God, I thank You that You called me even from my mother’s womb and
equipped me for Your service. Thank you for creating me special and unique
individual. Help me Lord to discover more my uniqueness. Help me to acknowledge,
hone, develop, consume, utilize and share my God-given gifts for your greater glory
and honor. Amen.

SULO SA PAGTOO
“Si Kristo ang Kahayag”
The official title of Diocesan Youth Apostolate’s YOUTH FORMATION and CATECHESIS in the context of new normal
“Bring Jesus to the Young, Bring the Young to Jesus”
johnpeddyduran@gmail.com 09463370888 https://www.facebook.com/dya.shjqpapokon/
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IV- OPENING SONG

(Ang facilitator/s pwede mupatugtug sa suggested joyful songs.)

HALINA’T SAMA-SAMA
Halinat sama-sama
Purihin natin siya
Halinat sama-sama
Awitan natin siya
Ipalakpak ang mga kamay
Itaas at ikaway
Lahat magsasabing
Diyos ay buhay

Halinat sama-sama
Purihin natin siya
Halinat sama-sama
Awitan natin siya
Ipalakpak ang mga kamay
Itaas at ikaway
Lahat magsasabing
Diyos ay buhay

BINABAGO
Binagabo niya ako araw-araw4x
Ngayon bukas at kailanman
Ang pag-ibig niya ay laging sapat.

Love2x tayo’y magmahalan

Love2x tayo’y magsayawan
Love2x tayo’y mag-awitan ngayon

Binagabo niya ako araw-araw4x

Ngayon bukas at kailanman
Ang pag-ibig niya ay laging sapat.

Love2x tayo’y magmahalan

SULO SA PAGTOO
“Si Kristo ang Kahayag”
The official title of Diocesan Youth Apostolate’s YOUTH FORMATION and CATECHESIS in the context of new normal
“Bring Jesus to the Young, Bring the Young to Jesus”
johnpeddyduran@gmail.com 09463370888 https://www.facebook.com/dya.shjqpapokon/
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Love2x tayo’y magsayawan

Love2x tayo’y mag-awitan ngayon

IV- ACTIVITY
KNOWING ONE ANOTHER!

Instructions: Pair off with other kalakbay. Make a loud guess on what your kalakbay
would do in each situation: Yes, No, or Maybe. Reverse roles and give your kalakbay
a chance to guess too.

Ang akong kalakbay kay…

1. Makasulti ug ‘bad words’ kung siya makuratan.
2. Hilig mag-ilove you sa hinigugma.
3. Mupiyong kung ang salida hadlok.
4. Hilig magpa-load aron maka-data.
5. Dinha na mulihok kung hapit na ang deadline sa usa ka buluhaton.
6. Mupalit dayun sa mga ‘latest fashions’ sa mga butang.
7. Mas magdula ug online games kaysa sa magtan-aw ug salida.
8. Mas ganahan mukaon sa Jollibee kaysa McDonalds.
9. Ganahan magluto kaysa manghugas ug plato.
10. Magbalik-balik ug tan-aw sa paboritong salida.
11. Mas mag-Youtube kaysa mag-Facebook.
12. Mupuyo sa siyudad kaysa bukid.
13. Okay ra kung walay tubig basta naay kuryente.
14. Hilig mag-shared post.
15. Hilig mu-ihap sa nag-heart, nag-like, nag-care ug nag-angry sa social media
post.

Conclude the sharing activity by answering these two sentences:

1. You surprised me by your responses in numbers…because…
2. We are much alike in our responses in numbers…
(Ang facilitator/s pwede mangutana dinhi nga bahin kung nakatabang ba ang mao nga activity
sa pag-ila sa ilang pagka-special ug unique.)

SULO SA PAGTOO
“Si Kristo ang Kahayag”
The official title of Diocesan Youth Apostolate’s YOUTH FORMATION and CATECHESIS in the context of new normal
“Bring Jesus to the Young, Bring the Young to Jesus”
johnpeddyduran@gmail.com 09463370888 https://www.facebook.com/dya.shjqpapokon/
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V- BIBLE STUDY
1. Say together in three times: “Speak, Lord, your servant is listening.”

2. Assign someone to read loudly the Bible passage;

Lider: ANG PAGBASA SA SANTOS NGA EBANGHELYO, SUMALA SA PAGSAYSAY NI SAN LUKAS
Tanan: HIMAYAON, IKAW O GINOO!
(Luke 19:1-10)
Jesus entered Jericho and was passing through. 2 A man was there by the name of Zacchaeus; he
was a chief tax collector and was wealthy. 3 He wanted to see who Jesus was, but because he was
short he could not see over the crowd. 4 So he ran ahead and climbed a sycamore-fig tree to see
him, since Jesus was coming that way. 5 When Jesus reached the spot, he looked up and said to
him, “Zacchaeus, come down immediately. I must stay at your house today.” 6 So he came down at
once and welcomed him gladly. 7 All the people saw this and began to mutter, “He has gone to be
the guest of a sinner.” 8 But Zacchaeus stood up and said to the Lord, “Look, Lord! Here and now I
give half of my possessions to the poor, and if I have cheated anybody out of anything, I will pay
back four times the amount.” 9 Jesus said to him, “Today salvation has come to this house, because
this man, too, is a son of Abraham. 10 For the Son of Man came to seek and to save the lost.”
Lider: ANG SANTOS NGA EBANGHELYO SA ATONG GINOO
Tanan: DAYGON, IKAW O CRISTO!

3. If there is another version of the Bible like Cebuano or Filipino, someone must
read loudly the Bible passage again;

4. Individually, read silently the Bible passage;

5. What word/phrase/sentence that strikes, disturbs, amazes or moves you? Each

one must say it loudly in three times prayerfully.

VI- REFLECTING ON GOD’S WORD

Instructions: In a pair, answer the following questions after reading the biblical
story. Later, the facilitator/s will rationalize the answers.

SULO SA PAGTOO
“Si Kristo ang Kahayag”
The official title of Diocesan Youth Apostolate’s YOUTH FORMATION and CATECHESIS in the context of new normal
“Bring Jesus to the Young, Bring the Young to Jesus”
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1. Zacchaeus was a tax collector, because…

a. He could not find any other job.
b. He was short so he wanted to feel important.
c. He enjoyed money and what money could buy.
d. He liked to be in power.
2. Jesus stopped under the tree and told Zacchaeus to “come down quickly.”
Zacchaeus felt…
a. Afraid and hesitant
b. Embarrassed and ashamed
c. Surprised that he knew his name
d. Suspicious and doubting
3. Jesus singled out Zacchaeus because…
a. Jesus felt sorry because everyone ridiculed him.
b. Jesus needed a good meal and a place to stay.
c. Jesus wanted to talk to him about his corrupt practices.
d. Jesus loved him in a special way.
(POSSIBLE ANSWERS: 1-C/D, 2-C, 3-B/D)

VII- REFLECTING ON MY LIFE

Instructions: In a pair, reflect the following questions and choose the best choice
below.

1. Zacchaeus was not happy with himself, and put himself down. In what area do
you often put yourself down?
a. Grades: I am not as bright as…
b. Looks: I am not as good looking as…
c. Personality: I am not as popular as…
d. Music and Sports: I am not as good as…
e. Family: We are not as rich as…
2. Who are the persons ready and willing to help you arise and make you feel
special and unique? Why?
a. My parents
b. Another family member
c. A priest/sister

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“Si Kristo ang Kahayag”
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“Bring Jesus to the Young, Bring the Young to Jesus”
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d. A teacher/coach
e. A close friend
3. Zacchaeus was not accepted by people because he was short. He was rejected all
the more because he was considered a sinner. In your home, school, and community,
who are the persons rejected by others?
a. Boys who are short
b. Girls who are unattractive
c. Anyone who is fat.
d. Anyone of another religion.
4. If you were Jesus, what could you do to help these rejected persons and make
them feel special? Why?
a. I would make friends with them.
b. I would affirm and praise them often.
c. I would invite them to join our on-going youth formation.
d. I would stop other persons from picking on them.

VIII- IDEAS TO REMEMBER

(Ang facilitator/s pwede mudugang pa ug supplemental points kabahin sa session topic: Special
and Unique. Pwede usab magpakita ug inspirational video kabahin sa mao nga session topic
aron mas mapasabot ug mapalawman pa ang mao nga session.)

1. Jesus loves us as who we are, with our unique qualities and special gifts. He loves
each of us in a special way, in spite of our weaknesses and limitations. He loves us
even if we fall into sin and turn our back to him.

2. Jesus invites us to arise and become fully ourselves, no matter how small or short
we are. He helps us to discover our wonderful selves and the treasures deep inside
us. He renews us from within. He enables us to turn away from our sinful ways,
harness our positive resources, and return to him. All we need is to say Yes to him
and accept his invitation to enter and stay in our lives.

IX- CHOOSING A COMMON COMMITMENT

SULO SA PAGTOO
“Si Kristo ang Kahayag”
The official title of Diocesan Youth Apostolate’s YOUTH FORMATION and CATECHESIS in the context of new normal
“Bring Jesus to the Young, Bring the Young to Jesus”
johnpeddyduran@gmail.com 09463370888 https://www.facebook.com/dya.shjqpapokon/
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(Ang facilitator/s tugutan ang matag usa sa grupo nga muhatag ug suggestion o mu-contribute
sa mao nga tahas buluhaton aron mabati sa matag usa nga siya kabahin sa mao nga group
slogan.)

Instructions: The group will create a GROUP SLOGAN that promotes “each one is
special and unique”.

X- PULSE-CHECK
(Ang mao nga mga pangutana nga gikan sa session objectives himuon nga pamalandong.
Tubagon kini sa matag usa sa ilang tagsa-tagsa ka formation notebook. Ang mao nga mga tubag
susihon sa facilitator/s sa sunod nga session. )

1. Nadiskubre ba nimu sa imong kaugalingon nga ikaw “special and unique”

tungod kay ang Dios mahigugmaon ug mapasayloon? Sa unsang pamaagi?
2. Sama ni Zacchaeus, naantigo kaba mudawat sa imbitasyon ni Hesus sa pagbag-
o? Paghatag ug konkretong tubag

CONCLUDING QUESTION:
(Bag-o tapuson sa pag-ampo, ang facilitator/s pangutan-on isa-isa ang mga partisipante
niining mao nga pangutana ug tugutan nga ang matag usa makapa-ambit)
UNSA MAN ANG IMONG MGA REALIZATION/S SA IMONG PAG-APIL NIINING MAO NGA
SESSION?

XI- CLOSING PRAYER

In the name of the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit

Prayer of St Francis

Lord, make me an instrument of your peace;

where there is hatred, let me sow love;
where there is injury, pardon;
where there is doubt, faith;
where there is despair, hope;

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“Si Kristo ang Kahayag”
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“Bring Jesus to the Young, Bring the Young to Jesus”
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where there is darkness, light;

and where there is sadness, joy.
O Divine Master,
grant that I may not so much seek to be consoled as to console;
to be understood, as to understand;
to be loved, as to love;
for it is in giving that we receive,
it is in pardoning that we are pardoned,
and it is in dying that we are born to Eternal Life. Amen.

OUR FATHER. HAIL MARY. GLORY BE (AMAHAN NAMO, MAGHIMAYA KA MARIA. HIMAYA SA AMAHAN)

SULO SA PAGTOO
“Si Kristo ang Kahayag”
The official title of Diocesan Youth Apostolate’s YOUTH FORMATION and CATECHESIS in the context of new normal
“Bring Jesus to the Young, Bring the Young to Jesus”
johnpeddyduran@gmail.com 09463370888 https://www.facebook.com/dya.shjqpapokon/
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SESSION 2:
PERSONALITY: A GIFT RECEIVED AND SHARED!
Bag-o magsugod ang session 2, isip agi’g review, ang
facilitator/s mangumusta sa pipila ka mga partisipante sa
ilang pamalandong niining mga pangutana sa session 1:
1. Nadiskubre ba nimu sa imong kaugalingon nga ikaw “special and
unique” tungod kay ang Dios mahigugmaon ug mapasayloon? Sa unsang
pamaagi?
2. Sama ni Zacchaeus, naantigo kaba mudawat sa imbitasyon ni
Hesus sa pagbag-o? Paghatag ug konkretong tubag

I- SESSION OBJECTIVES
1. Mapaambit ngadto sa uban ang ‘gift of personality’ nga gigasa sa Dios kanato;
2. Sama ni Maria, maantigo kita maminaw sa kabubut-on sa Ginoo.

II- MOOD-SETTING
(Ang facilitator/s pwede mudugang pa ug mga pahimangno aron mas magmabungahon ang
mao nga session.)

1. Be present in group sessions.

2. Be open to one another.
3. Be respectful to the confidentiality of group sharing.
4. Be prayerful all throughout the session.
5. Experience Jesus in this session.

III- OPENING PRAYER

(Ang facilitator/s pwede muhimo ug kinaugalingon nga pag-ampo nga ha-om sa session topic.)

Dear God, we thank you for the gift of personality you have given us. We know that
all our blessings come from you. Help each of us take time to recognize our gifts,
and work toward developing these gifts. May we be willing to reach out to others
and share all that we have been blessed with. It is in helping others that we gain joy
and fulfillment here on Earth. Amen.

SULO SA PAGTOO
“Si Kristo ang Kahayag”
The official title of Diocesan Youth Apostolate’s YOUTH FORMATION and CATECHESIS in the context of new normal
“Bring Jesus to the Young, Bring the Young to Jesus”
johnpeddyduran@gmail.com 09463370888 https://www.facebook.com/dya.shjqpapokon/
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IV- OPENING SONG

(Ang facilitator/s pwede mupatugtug sa suggested joyful songs.)

THIS IS THE DAY

This is the day that the Lord has made
I will rejoice and be glad in it
This is the day that the Lord has made
I will rejoice and be glad in it

Rejoice in the Lord

Rejoice in the Lord

Celebrate the presence of the Lord

For He is worthy to be praised

Rejoice in the Lord

Rejoice in the Lord

This is the time that the Lord has made

I will rejoice and be glad in it
This is the time that the Lord has made
I will rejoice and be glad in it

Rejoice in the Lord

Rejoice in the Lord

Celebrate the presence of the Lord

For He is worthy to be praised

Rejoice in the Lord

Rejoice in the Lord

This is the place that the Lord has made

I will rejoice and be glad in it
This is the place that the Lord has made
I will rejoice and be glad in it

Rejoice in the Lord

SULO SA PAGTOO
“Si Kristo ang Kahayag”
The official title of Diocesan Youth Apostolate’s YOUTH FORMATION and CATECHESIS in the context of new normal
“Bring Jesus to the Young, Bring the Young to Jesus”
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Rejoice in the Lord

Celebrate the presence of the Lord

For He is worthy to be praised

Rejoice in the Lord

Rejoice in the Lord

This is the group that the Lord has made

I will rejoice and be glad in it
This is the group that the Lord has made
I will rejoice and be glad in it

Rejoice in the Lord

Rejoice in the Lord

Celebrate the presence of the Lord

For He is worthy to be praised

Rejoice in the Lord

Rejoice in the Lord

OH I LOVE YOU WITH THE LOVE OF THE LORD

Oh I love you with the love of the Lord.

Yes I love you with the love of the Lord.
I can see in you the glory of our king
Yes I love you with the love of the Lord

IV- ACTIVITY
GETTING TO KNOW OUR PERSONALITY!

Instructions: Pair off with other kalakbay and share the many facets of your
personality.

I am more like ______ than _______ because…

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“Si Kristo ang Kahayag”
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“Bring Jesus to the Young, Bring the Young to Jesus”
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1. a soldier in battle - a clown in a circus

2. to watch TV
3. to play online game
4. to visit New City Hall of Tagum -
5. to attend Holy Mass
6. to read book
7. to open dictionary
8. to answer modules
9. to eat pork
10. to bite a mango
11. to live in a big city
12. to visit Canada
13. to see Pope Francis
14. to keep talking
15. to buy Iphone
- to surf internet
- to play basketball
to visit Old City Hall of Tagum
- to pray Holy Rosary to watch
- a movie
- to open encyclopedia
- to attend online classes
- to eat chicken
- to bite a banana
- to live in a small barrio
- to visit England
- to see my favorite artist
- to keep listening
- to buy smartphone

Conclude the sharing activity by answering these two sentences:

1. Asa nga mga numbers diin pareha mo’g choices ug unsa nga mga numbers diin
nagkalahi-lahi mo’g choices?
2. Unsa imong nadiskubre sa imong kalakbay sa iyang mga choices?
(Ang facilitator/s pwede mangutana dinhi nga bahin kung nakatabang ba ang mao nga activity
sa pagpalalom sa session.)

V- BIBLE STUDY
1. Say together in three times: “Speak, Lord, your servant is listening.”

2. Assign someone to read loudly the Bible passage;

Lider: ANG PAGBASA SA SANTOS NGA EBANGHELYO, SUMALA SA PAGSAYSAY NI SAN LUKAS
Tanan: HIMAYAON, IKAW O GINOO!

(Luke 10:38-42)
38
As Jesus and his disciples were on their way, he came to a village where a woman named
Martha opened her home to him. 39 She had a sister called Mary, who sat at the Lord’s

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“Si Kristo ang Kahayag”
The official title of Diocesan Youth Apostolate’s YOUTH FORMATION and CATECHESIS in the context of new normal
“Bring Jesus to the Young, Bring the Young to Jesus”
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feet listening to what he said. 40 But Martha was distracted by all the preparations that had to be
made. She came to him and asked, “Lord, don’t you care that my sister has left me to do the work
by myself? Tell her to help me!” 41 “Martha, Martha,” the Lord answered, “you are worried and
upset about many things, 42 but few things are needed—or indeed only one.[a] Mary has chosen
what is better, and it will not be taken away from her.”
Lider: ANG SANTOS NGA EBANGHELYO SA ATONG GINOO
Tanan: DAYGON, IKAW O CRISTO!

3. If there is another version of the Bible like Cebuano or Filipino, someone must
read loudly the Bible passage again;

4. Individually, read silently the Bible passage;

5. What word/phrase/sentence that strikes, disturbs, amazes or moves you? Each

one must say it loudly in three times prayerfully.

VI- REFLECTING ON GOD’S WORD

Instructions: In a pair, answer the following questions after reading the biblical
story. Later, the facilitator/s will rationalize the answers.

1. Why was Mary sitting at Jesus’ feet?

a. She wanted to be ready to wait on Jesus.
b. She was a “people-person.”
c. She loved Jesus and wanted to learn all she could.
d. She was lazy and did not want to help her sister Martha.
2. Why did Martha get so upset at her sister?
a. She needed help in the kitchen.
b. She did not want to see Mary just sitting around when there was work to be
done.
c. She took a lot of pride in her home and her cooking.
d. She has an activity-driven personality.

3. Why did Jesus give Martha a special message?

a. Martha did not have to pick on her younger sister.

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“Si Kristo ang Kahayag”
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“Bring Jesus to the Young, Bring the Young to Jesus”
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b. Martha had to learn to give importance to spiritual matters.

c. Martha was doing very well by taking care of the food.
d. Martha who kept moving about was getting on his nerves.
(POSSIBLE ANSWERS: 1-C, 2-A/B, 3-B)

VII- REFLECTING ON MY LIFE

Instructions: In a pair, reflect the following questions and choose the best choice
below.
1. If you had to compare yourself in personality to Martha and Mary, which of them
would you be? Why?
a. Mary
b. Martha
c. A little bit of both
d. Nothing of both
2. If you could choose a Martha or Mary for these situations, whom would you
choose? Why?
a. For a close friend, I would choose…
b. For someone to work for me, I would choose…
c. For my parent/teacher, I would choose…
3. What is the most important thing going on in your life during this pandemic?
Why?
a. My lovelife
b. My dreams and plans
c. My relationship with God
d. My grades an studies
e. My ministry
f. My barkada and close friends
g. My family relationship
4. If Jesus stopped by your house today and observed you in action, what would be
his message to you? Why? Choose 3 choices!
a. Turn off the noise inside of you and stay focus with Me.
b. Get focused! What do you want for your future?

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c. Slow down! you are always in a hurry!

d. Appreciate more! complain less!
e. Do not worry about the things you cannot do anything about.
f. Be surprised with my unexpected blessings for you!
g. Set aside more time with Me!
h. Relax! You will not get what you want but I will provide want you need!

VIII- IDEAS TO REMEMBER

(Ang facilitator/s pwede mudugang pa ug supplemental points kabahin sa session topic. Pwede
usab magpakita ug inspirational video kabahin sa mao nga session topic aron mas mapasabot
ug mapalawman pa ang mao nga session.)

1. Jesus knows and understands us very well. He knows that each of us has his or
her distinct personality that God has gifted us and has expected us to share!

2. Just like Mary and Martha, both have distinct personalities to share with other
people. We have gift received (our personality and character) and meant to be
shared.

3. Jesus enables everyone, of whatever personality type, to arise and grow. He calls
everyone to follow him: those who are person-oriented as well as those who are
activity-driven.

4. As you received gift of personality, acknowledge it and thank the Lord for that
unique gift you have received and share it for His greater glory of God.

IX- CHOOSING A COMMON COMMITMENT

(Ang facilitator/s tugutan ang matag usa sa grupo nga muhatag ug suggestion o mu-contribute
sa mao nga tahas buluhaton aron mabati sa matag usa nga siya kabahin sa mao nga group
output.)

Instructions: Magbuhat ug acrostic poem sa pulong PERSONALITY. Butangan ug

meaning (word/phrase/sentence) ang matag letra sa pulong personality (pwede
Binisaya, Filipino or English or a combination of all.)

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X- PULSE-CHECK
(Ang mao nga mga pangutana nga gikan sa session objectives himuon nga pamalandong.
Tubagon kini sa matag usa sa ilang tagsa-tagsa ka formation notebook. Ang mao nga mga tubag
susihon sa facilitator/s sa sunod nga session. )

1. Sa unsang pamaagi imong mapaambit ngadto sa uban sa konkretong buluhaton

ang ‘gift of personality’ nga gigasa sa Dios kanimu?
2. Sa imong kinabuhi karon luyo sa hulga sa pandemya, padayun ka ba nga
nagapaminaw sa kabubut-on sa Ginoo? Sa unsang paagi?

CONCLUDING QUESTION:
(Bag-o tapuson sa pag-ampo, ang facilitator/s pangutan-on isa-isa ang mga partisipante
niining mao nga pangutana ug tugutan nga ang matag usa makapa-ambit)
UNSA MAN ANG IMONG MGA REALIZATION/S SA IMONG PAG-APIL NIINING MAO NGA
SESSION?

XI- CLOSING PRAYER

In the Name of the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit

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Prayer of Saint Teresa of Avila

Let nothing disturb you,
Let nothing frighten you,
All things are passing away:
God never changes.
Patience obtains all things
Whoever has God lacks nothing;
God alone suffices. Amen.

OUR FATHER. HAIL MARY. GLORY BE (AMAHAN NAMO, MAGHIMAYA KA MARIA. HIMAYA SA AMAHAN)

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SESSION 3:
YOUR CHOICES, YOUR VALUES!
Bag-o magsugod ang session 3, isip agi’g review, ang facilitator/s
mangumusta sa pipila ka mga partisipante sa ilang pamalandong
niining mga pangutana sa session 2:
1. Sa unsang pamaagi imong mapaambit ngadto sa uban sa konkretong
buluhaton ang ‘gift of personality’ nga gigasa sa Dios kanimu?
2. Sa imong kinabuhi karon luyo sa hulga sa pandemya, padayun ba
ka nga nagapaminaw sa kabubut-on sa Ginoo? Sa unsang paagi?

I- SESSION OBJECTIVES
1. Mapamalandungan nga ang imong bili (value) nagadepende sa kwalidad sa
imong mga ‘choices’ nga makaapekto sa imong mga desisyon ug prioridad sa
kinabuhi;
2. Pilion si Hesus nga mamahimong dakong impluwensya sa pang-adlaw-adlaw
nga pagkinabuhi.

II- MOOD-SETTING
(Ang facilitator/s pwede mudugang pa ug mga pahimangno aron mas magmabungahon ang
mao nga session.)

1. Be present in group sessions.

2. Be open to one another.
3. Be respectful to the confidentiality of group sharing.
4. Be prayerful all throughout the session.
5. Experience Jesus in this session.

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III- OPENING PRAYER

(Ang facilitator/s pwede muhimo ug kinaugalingon nga pag-ampo nga ha-om sa session topic.)

IV- OPENING SONG

(Ang facilitator/s pwede mupatugtug sa suggested joyful songs.)

PAG-IBIG NI HESUS ANG TANGING BUHAY KO

Pag-ibig ni Hesus ang tanging buhay ko. Pag-ibig ni Hesus ang tanging buhay ko. Pag-ibig ni
Hesus ang tanging buhay ko. Ang pag-ibig ni Hesus ang buhay ko.

Pag-ibig ni Hesus ang tanging buhay ko. Pag-ibig ni Hesus ang tanging buhay ko. Pag-ibig ni
Hesus ang tanging buhay ko. Ang pag-ibig ni Hesus ang buhay ko.

Guitara-Tang-tang-tang-tang-tang-tang. Ang pag-ibig ni Hesus ang buhay ko.

Pag-ibig ni Hesus ang tanging buhay ko. Pag-ibig ni Hesus ang tanging buhay ko. Pag-ibig ni
Hesus ang tanging buhay ko. Ang pag-ibig ni Hesus ang buhay ko.

Drum-Boom boom boom boom. Ang pag-ibig ni Hesus ang buhay ko.

Pag-ibig ni Hesus ang tanging buhay ko. Pag-ibig ni Hesus ang tanging buhay ko. Pag-ibig ni
Hesus ang tanging buhay ko. Ang pag-ibig ni Hesus ang buhay ko.

Violin-Ning-ning-ning-ning. Ang pag-ibig ni Hesus ang buhay ko.

Pag-ibig ni Hesus ang tanging buhay ko. Pag-ibig ni Hesus ang tanging buhay ko. Pag-ibig ni
Hesus ang tanging buhay ko. Ang pag-ibig ni Hesus ang buhay ko.

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Trumpeta-Tung tung tung tung. Ang pag-ibig ni Hesus ang buhay ko.

Pag-ibig ni Hesus ang tanging buhay ko. Pag-ibig ni Hesus ang tanging buhay ko. Pag-ibig ni
Hesus ang tanging buhay ko. Ang pag-ibig ni Hesus ang buhay ko.

Tambol-Bombom bombom bombom. Ang pag-ibig ni Hesus ang buhay ko.

IV- ACTIVITY
MY CHOICES!

Instructions: Share your choices with your partner.

1. My choices among different TV

programs: - Telenovelas
- Sports
- News
- Reality Shows

2. My choices for vacation:

-swimming in the beach with friends
-listening to music in my room.
-spending quality time with family.
-joyride with love ones

3. My choice for relaxation: -

YouTube in my phone -Beautiful
view on the mountaintop -Food
and stories with friends -Sleep all
daylong

4. My choice for clothes:

-practical and durable
-newest fashion
-within my budget

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-unique and different

5. My choice for movies:

-comedy
-horror
-real life drama
-science fiction

Conclude the sharing activity by answering these two sentences:

1. Which choice would you have made differently 2 or 3 years ago?
2. Who influences you the most in your choices? Why?
(Ang facilitator/s pwede mangutana dinhi nga bahin kung nakatabang ba ang mao nga activity
sa pagpalalom sa session.)

V- BIBLE STUDY
1. Say together in three times: “Speak, Lord, your servant is listening.”

2. Assign someone to read loudly the Bible passage;

Lider: ANG PAGBASA SA SANTOS NGA EBANGHELYO, SUMALA SA PAGSAYSAY NI SAN LUKAS
Tanan: HIMAYAON, IKAW O GINOO!
(Luke 18: 18-27)
18 A certain ruler asked him, “Good teacher, what must I do to inherit eternal life?” 19 “Why do
you call me good?” Jesus answered. “No one is good—except God alone. 20 You know the
commandments: ‘You shall not commit adultery, you shall not murder, you shall not steal, you shall
not give false testimony, honor your father and mother.’ [a]” 21 “All these I have kept since I was a boy,”
he said. 22 When Jesus heard this, he said to him, “You still lack one thing. Sell everything you have
and give to the poor, and you will have treasure in heaven. Then come, follow me.” 23 When he heard
this, he became very sad, because he was very wealthy. 24 Jesus looked at him and said, “How hard it
is for the rich to enter the kingdom of God! 25 Indeed, it is easier for a camel to go through the eye of
a needle than for someone who is rich to enter the kingdom of God.” 26 Those who heard this asked,
“Who then can be saved?” 27 Jesus replied, “What is impossible with man is possible with God.”
Lider: ANG SANTOS NGA EBANGHELYO SA ATONG GINOO
Tanan: DAYGON, IKAW O CRISTO!

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3. If there is another version of the Bible like Cebuano or Filipino, someone must
read loudly the Bible passage again;

4. Individually, read silently the Bible passage;

5. What word/phrase/sentence that strikes, disturbs, amazes or moves you?

Each one must say it loudly in three times prayerfully.

VI- REFLECTING ON GOD’S WORD

Instructions: In a pair, answer the following questions after reading the biblical
story. Later, the facilitator/s will rationalize the answers.

1. Jesus challenged the rich young man because…

a. Jesus wanted him to understand that love is more than just keeping the
commandments.
b. The young man was addicted to money just like some people are addicted to
drugs or alcohol.
c. The young man had more trust in his money than to God.
d. Jesus wanted the rich man to give his money to the poor.
2. The rich young man found himself in a difficult situation. Why?
a. He could not bear to say NO to Jesus’ invitation.
b. He did not know how to make a good decision.
c. He was attached to his money.
d. He needed help to determine his Top Values in life.
3. The rich young man went away sad. Why?
a. Too bad! He could not give up his rich lifestyle.
b. Disappointing! He could have done a lot for the poor.
c. Poor fellow! Jesus should not have been so hard on him.
d. Of course! The rich young man had no clear value-system right from the
start.

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4. Jesus wants to teach us an important lesson. In what way?

a. We must commit ourselves to the Gospel value-system.
b. Money is addicting and evil.
c. We need to accept pain and sacrifice if we want to follow Jesus.
d. Eternal life is far more precious than earthly riches.
(POSSIBLE ANSWERS: 1-B, 2-B/C, 3-A/D, 4-B/D)

VII- REFLECTING ON MY LIFE

Instructions: In a pair, reflect the following questions and choose the best choice
below.
1. If this rich young man were studying in your school, what would be the scenario?
Why?
a. Many girls would run after him and his money.
b. No one would care to give him special treatment.
c. He would be the favorite student of the teachers.
d. Many would be hesitant to hang around with him.
2. If you were to learn of how this rich young man said NO to Jesus, how would you
treat him? Why?
a. I would cheer him on and enjoy some of his money.
b. I would encourage him to give it a second thought.
c. I would respect his decision and accept him as a person.
d. I would spread stories about his selfishness.
3. If Jesus was to invite you to give everything you own to the poor and follow Him,
what would you do? Why?
a. I would visit the ear-doctor and check if I heard him right.
b. would compute my total net worth and think about it.
c. I would gladly give away the things I do not need.
d. I would willingly give my time, treasure and talent to Jesus.
4. On a scale of 1-10 (1 as the lowest and 10 as the highest), how would you rate
your Top Values in life in the following? Why?
a. On valuing old and trusted friend who became your enemy for a reason…
b. On valuing old phone which provides memorable experiences but needs to
be given…

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c. On valuing relationship with family members…

d. On valuing service to the Lord over job to be fulfilled…

VIII- IDEAS TO REMEMBER

(Ang facilitator/s pwede mudugang pa ug supplemental points kabahin sa session topic. Pwede
usab magpakita ug inspirational video kabahin sa mao nga session topic aron mas mapasabot
ug mapalawman pa ang mao nga session.)

1. Jesus came to bring the Good News. He preached and lived his joyful message,
showing through words and deeds his top Values.

2. A List of Christian Values:

Generosity – This is the core Christian value of being kind and unselfish, especially
with our money and time. "The generous will themselves be blessed, for they share
their food with the poor."
Proverbs 22:9

Courage– The value is characterized by boldness and confidence. It’s the opposite of
fear. "Have I not commanded you? Be strong and courageous. Do not be afraid; do
not be discouraged, for the Lord your God will be with you wherever you go." Joshua
1:9

Love – Love is a fundamental characteristic of who God is and it’s a value that is to
describe His children as well. "We love because he first loved us." – 1 John 4:19
Respect – A Christian value is to be conscious that God has created all people in His
image. As a response, we show respect to all. "Show proper respect to everyone,
love the family of believers, fear God, honor the emperor."
1 Peter 2:17

Hope – The value of hope is confident expectation. It’s a firm assurance in God.
"There is surely a future hope for you, and your hope will not be cut off."
Proverbs 23:18

Peace – There are many aspects of this Christian value mentioned in the Bible. It
refers to rest and tranquility and ultimately, peace is a gift from God. "Let us
therefore make every effort to do what leads to peace and to mutual edification."
Romans 14:19

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3. Jesus challenges us to arise by embracing and living his Top Values, that is, by
making the Gospel value-system the criteria for our decisions and actions.

IX- CHOOSING A COMMON COMMITMENT

(Ang facilitator/s tugutan ang matag usa sa grupo nga muhatag ug suggestion o mu-contribute
sa mao nga tahas buluhaton aron mabati sa matag usa nga siya kabahin sa mao nga group
output.)

Instructions: Unsa ang mga butang/sitwasyon/panghitabo nga nakapugong o

nakababag nimu sa pagsunod sa Ginoo? Kompletuha ang graphic organizer. Human
nga ma-identify ang mao nga mga babag, magmugna ug group prayer isip pag-
surrender sa mao nga mga butang/sitwasyon/panghitabo nga nakapugong sa
pagsunod sa Ginoo.

X- PULSE-CHECK
(Ang mao nga mga pangutana nga gikan sa session objectives himuon nga pamalandong.
Tubagon kini sa matag usa sa ilang tagsa-tagsa ka formation notebook. Ang mao nga mga tubag
susihon sa facilitator/s sa sunod nga session. )

1. Unsa ang imong mga ‘choices’ nga nakaapekto sa imong mga desisyon ug
prioridad sa kinabuhi?
2. Sa unsang pamaagi nga si Hesus mamahimong dakong impluwensya sa imong
pang-adlaw-adlaw nga pagkinabuhi?

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CONCLUDING QUESTION:
(Bag-o tapuson sa pag-ampo, ang facilitator/s pangutan-on isa-isa ang mga partisipante
niining mao nga pangutana ug tugutan nga ang matag usa makapa-ambit)
UNSA MAN ANG IMONG MGA REALIZATION/S SA IMONG PAG-APIL NIINING MAO NGA
SESSION?

XI- CLOSING PRAYER

In the name of the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit

Prayer to St. John Paul II

Oh, St. John Paul, from the window of heaven, grant us your blessing! Bless the church
that you loved and served and guided, courageously leading it along the paths of the
world in order to bring Jesus to everyone and everyone to Jesus. Bless the young, who
were your great passion. Help them dream again, help them look up high again to
find the light that illuminates the paths of life here on earth.

May you bless families, bless each family! You warned of Satan's assault against this
precious and indispensable divine spark that God lit on earth. St. John Paul, with
your prayer, may you protect the family and every life that blossoms from the
family.

Pray for the whole world, which is still marked by tensions, wars and injustice. You
tackled war by invoking dialogue and planting the seeds of love: pray for us so that
we may be tireless sowers of peace.

Oh St. John Paul, from heaven's window, where we see you next to Mary, send
God's blessing down upon us all. Amen.

OUR FATHER. HAIL MARY. GLORY BE (AMAHAN NAMO, MAGHIMAYA KA MARIA. HIMAYA SA AMAHAN)

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SESSION 4:
TAKE A RISK, STEP FORWARD!
Bag-o magsugod ang session 4, isip agi’g review, ang facilitator/s
mangumusta sa pipila ka mga partisipante sa ilang pamalandong
niining mga pangutana sa session 3:
1. Unsa ang imong mga ‘choices’ nga nakaapekto sa imong mga desisyon
ug prioridad sa kinabuhi?
2. Sa unsang pamaagi nga si Hesus mamahimong dakong impluwensya
sa imong pang-adlaw-adlaw nga pagkinabuhi?

I- SESSION OBJECTIVES
1. Makabaton kita ug kaisog sa pag-atubang sa mga hagit ni Hesus ug pagbiya sa
atong mga ‘comfort zone’ alang sa pagsunod Kaniya;
2. Sama ni Pedro, maantigo kita mudawat ug mga pagsulay ug pag-antos nga
magdala kanato sa pagka-balaan.

II- MOOD-SETTING
(Ang facilitator/s pwede mudugang pa ug mga pahimangno aron mas magmabungahon ang
mao nga session.)

1. Be present in group sessions.

2. Be open to one another.
3. Be respectful to the confidentiality of group sharing.
4. Be prayerful all throughout the session.
5. Experience Jesus in this session.

III- OPENING PRAYER

(Ang facilitator/s pwede muhimo ug kinaugalingon nga pag-ampo nga ha-om sa session topic.)

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IV- OPENING SONG

(Ang facilitator/s pwede mupatugtug sa suggested joyful songs.)

HALINA’T SAMA-SAMA
Halinat sama-sama
Purihin natin siya
Halinat sama-sama
Awitan natin siya
Ipalakpak ang iyong kamay
Itaas at ikaway
Lahat magsasabing
Diyos ay buhay

MAGPURI KA
Magagandang anak ng Diyos, mag puri ka
Magagandang anak ng Diyos, sumayaw ka
Huwag kang mahiya, pinagpalaka, tara na!
Mag puri ka. Ikimbot mo mo, kimbot, ikimbot mo
Mag puri ka, praise the Lord, aleluya
Huwag kang mahiya, pinagpala ka,
tara na! Mag puri ka!
Aleluya pinupuri kita, aleluya pinupuri kita, Magpuri ka! Magpuri ka

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IV- ACTIVITY
MY BUCKET LIST!

Instructions: In silence, go through this Bucket List of the most precious things in your
life. Slowly think about the persons in your life and bequeath these precious things
to them, one person only per thing.

1. My pet: This person will take good care of my pet and keep it well-fed.
2. My room key: This person will take good care of my belongings.
3. My wallet: This person will use my money well and not waste it.
4. My books: This person will enjoy the books I read.
5. My laptop:This person will find this very useful in his/her studies and/or work.
6. My valuables: This person will cherish these precious jewels.
7. My Bible:This person appreciates spiritual things and deepens God’s love.
8. My car: This person will keep this in running condition.
9. My cellphone: This person will find my phone with high quality version.
10. My parents:This person will be blessed with my parent’s love and affection.

After silently decided in bequeathing things to special people in your life, share
with your pair why you chose those people to be entrusted with those things.
(Ang facilitator/s pwede mangutana dinhi nga bahin kung nakatabang ba ang mao nga activity
sa pagpalalum sa session.)

V- BIBLE STUDY
1. Say together in three times: “Speak, Lord, your servant is listening.”

2. Assign someone to read loudly the Bible passage;

Lider: ANG PAGBASA SA SANTOS NGA EBANGHELYO, SUMALA SA PAGSAYSAY NI SAN MATEO
Tanan: HIMAYAON IKAW, O GINOO!
(Matthew 14: 22-33)

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22
Immediately Jesus made the disciples get into the boat and go on ahead of him to the other side, while he
dismissed the crowd. 23 After he had dismissed them, he went up on a mountainside by himself to pray. Later
that night, he was there alone, 24 and the boat was already a considerable distance from land, buffeted by
the waves because the wind was against it. 25 Shortly before dawn Jesus went out to them, walking on the
lake. 26 When the disciples saw him walking on the lake, they were terrified. “It’s a ghost,” they said, and
cried out in fear. 27 But Jesus immediately said to them: “Take courage! It is I. Don’t be afraid.” 28 “Lord, if
it’s you,” Peter replied, “tell me to come to you on the water.” 29 “Come,” he said.
Then Peter got down out of the boat, walked on the water and came toward Jesus. 30 But when he saw
the wind, he was afraid and, beginning to sink, cried out, “Lord, save me!” 31 Immediately Jesus
reached out his hand and caught him. “You of little faith,” he said, “why did you doubt?”
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And when they climbed into the boat, the wind died down. Then those who were in the boat
worshiped him, saying, “Truly you are the Son of God.”

Lider: ANG SANTOS NGA EBANGHELYO SA ATONG GINOO

Tanan: DAYGON, IKAW O CRISTO!

3. If there is another version of the Bible like Cebuano or Filipino, someone must
read loudly the Bible passage again;

4. Individually, read silently the Bible passage;

5. What word/phrase/sentence that strikes, disturbs, amazes or moves you?

Each one must say it loudly in three times prayerfully.

VI- REFLECTING ON GOD’S WORD

Instructions: In a pair, answer the following questions after reading the biblical
story. Later, the facilitator/s will rationalize the answers.

1. Imagine that you are one of the apostles in the boat. What would you say upon
seeing someone walking on the water?
a. “I think we drank too much beer!”
b. “Let us get out of here fast!”
c. “Jesus on the water? Impossible!”
d. “Who is playing a trick on us?”
2. Jesus knew that Simon would sink once he felt the force of the wind and waves.
Why did Jesus call him all the same:

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a. Simon had to learn a lesson for being too impulsive.

b. Simon needed to take risks as a future leader of the Church.
c. Simon had to experience failure.
d. Simon needed to show his commitment to Jesus.
3. Why did Simon Peter sink?
a. He got nervous because he did not know how to swim.
b. His sandals got wet and became too heavy.
c. He forgot about Jesus and shifted his attention to the strong waves.
d. His faith weakened because he realized he was alone.
(POSSIBLE ANSWERS: 1-DEPENDS ON SOMEONE’S CHOICE, 2-B/C, 3-C/D)

VII- REFLECTING ON MY LIFE

Instructions: In a pair, reflect the following questions and choose the best choice
below.
1. Are you able to take risks and step out of your comfort zone and security of your
boat especially in the threat brought by Pandemic? Why?
a. No. I am afraid of anything and everything.
b. Yes. I am a natural risk-taker.
c. Sometimes. I will take a risk if others go first.
d. Not at once. I study the situation first before making a step.
e. Always. I try anything and everything.
2. God is on the line, calling you to a wonderful adventure. How will you react?
Why?
a. Check it out and see what God is up to.
b. Look around and see if someone else is coming.
c. Find a good excuse not to join him.
d. Take the opportunity and say Yes at once.
e. Curse my bad luck and go with a heavy heart.
3. In what areas of your spiritual life have you made the most progress during
these Bible-sharing sessions? Why?
a. Prayer and relationship with God
b. Openness to share with others

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c. Desire for spiritual growth

d. Understanding myself more
e. Loving the word of God
4. Despite of global pandemic, if you need to make a big step forward, what would
it be? Why?
a. Relating with others and entering into intimate friendships.
b. Choosing between good and evil and making good decisions.
c. Gaining confidence in myself and growing in self-worth.
d. Coping with my challenges at home and building up relationship in the
family.
e. Praying sincerely and building a deeper relationship with God.
5. How would you expect God to challenge you? Why?
a. He would give me more time and be extra patient me.
b. He would give me problem to make me strong.
c. He would embrace me and tell me that I am doing fine.

VIII- IDEAS TO REMEMBER

(Ang facilitator/s pwede mudugang pa ug supplemental points kabahin sa session topic. Pwede
usab magpakita ug inspirational video kabahin sa mao nga session topic aron mas mapasabot
ug mapalawman pa ang mao nga session.)

1. Jesus knew that only through pain and suffering, in fact, through failure itself,
could the glory and joy of success be attained. Likewise, Simon Peter had to go
through the shameful experience of sinking right in front of Jesus to reach the glory
of holiness.

2. Jesus encourages us to take courage and arise. We must not be afraid to take a
step forward, out of the boat and into the storm. As long as we keep our focus on
him, and in him set the foundation for our faith, we will never sink. And even if we
do sink, he is just beside us, ready to lift us out of the water.

3. In life, we must take challenges positively. Step out of your comfort zone and
security and begin to take risk. Do not be afraid to fail. Learn to rise again. Fight the
battles of life with God.

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IX- CHOOSING A COMMON COMMITMENT

(Ang facilitator/s tugutan ang matag usa sa grupo nga muhatag ug suggestion o mu-contribute
sa mao nga tahas buluhaton aron mabati sa matag usa nga siya kabahin sa mao group output.)

Instructions: Magdibuho (magdrawing) ang grupo ug BANGKA diin naglarawan sa

ilang ‘pag-take risk’, pagbiya sa ‘comfort zone’ ug ‘pag-step forward’ nga maoy
focus niini nga session. Magbuhat ang grupo ug title sa mao nga bangka nga
gidibuho.

X- PULSE-CHECK
(Ang mao nga mga pangutana nga gikan sa session objectives himuon nga pamalandong.
Tubagon kini sa matag usa sa ilang tagsa-tagsa ka formation notebook. Ang mao nga mga tubag
susihon sa facilitator/s sa sunod nga session.)

1. Unsa nga sitwasyon o mga sitwasyon sa imong kinabuhi diin isog ka sa pag-
atubang sa hagit ni Hesus ug pagbiya sa imong ‘comfort zone’ alang sa pagsunod
Kaniya?

CONCLUDING QUESTION:
(Bag-o tapuson sa pag-ampo, ang facilitator/s pangutan-on isa-isa ang mga partisipante
niining mao nga pangutana ug tugutan nga ang matag usa makapa-ambit)
UNSA MAN ANG IMONG MGA REALIZATION/S SA IMONG PAG-APIL NIINING MAO NGA
SESSION?

XI- CLOSING PRAYER

In the Name of the Father, the Son and the Holy Spirit

Prayer to St. Peter the Apostle

O Holy Apostle, you are the Rock upon which Almighty God has built His Church.
Obtain for me I pray you: lively faith, firm hope, and burning love, complete
detachment from myself, contempt of the world, patience in adversity, humility in

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prosperity, recollection in prayer, purity of heart, a right intention in all my works,

diligence in fulfilling the duties of my state of life, constancy in my resolutions,
resignation to the will of God and perseverance in the grace of God even unto
death; that so, by means of your intercession and your glorious merits, I may be
made worthy to appear before the Chief and Eternal Shepherd of Souls, Jesus Christ,
Who with the Father and the Holy Spirit, lives and reigns forever. Amen.
OUR FATHER. HAIL MARY. GLORY BE (AMAHAN NAMO, MAGHIMAYA KA MARIA. HIMAYA SA AMAHAN)

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