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SpiritualityManual

for SY 2009-2010

Spirituality Core Group

Xavier Youth Christian

Life Community

Deepening Spirituality…



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C O N T E N T S

Table of Contents

I. Introduction……………………………………………………………3

Vision

Mission

Objectives

II. Faith and Liturgy………………………………………..………...4

A. Prayer Cells

First Prayer Cell Procedures

Step 1

Step 2

Step 3

Step 4

Step 5Step 6

Regular Prayer Cell Procedures

Steps 0 – 4

Proposed Prayer Cells

B. Salumbaba

Salumbaba Procedures

Steps 0 – 3

III. Spiritual Events…………………………………………………….9

A. First Friday Unplugged

ChecklistPre-proposal Procedures & Basic Timeline

Step by Step Procedures

Step 1

Step 2-1

Step 2-2

Step 3

Step 4

Step 5

Suggestions for First Friday Unplugged

B. Vigil Night

General Guidelines

IV. Conclusion…………………………………………………………..31

Limitations

Partnership

Preparing for the SAT



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I. Introduction †

Vision

To let the spirit of God dwell in the hearts of all, to deepen the spirituality among

others, and in turn, to have everyone answer God’s call

Mission

Following the Youth Christian Life Community Way of Life, maintaining good

relationships with people and striving to do more than what is expected

Objectives

This manual aims to guide the new core group members in doing their tasks. It is

important that each individual is aware of his duties and responsibilities. He expected to be

dedicated to the club because of his commitment to YCLC. Accountabilities lie in the tasks of

each person. Above all, the spirit of spirituality must remain intact throughout the year.

"At the heart of any real intimacy is a certain vulnerability. It is hard to trust someone

with your vulnerability unless you can see a matching vulnerability and know that you will not

be judged. In some basic way, it is our imperfections and even our pain that draws others close

to us." -R.N Remen, MD

Partnership among the spirituality aspect is a strong bond that never breaks even during

times of misery and grief. If one falls, the other will pick him up. If one cries, the other gives a

comforting hug, knowing the fact that both people have the same purpose: to do more for

God’s greater glory.

“Spirituality is rooted in the experience of God’s personal love, seeing others as God

sees them- unique and personally loved. It is the way of Cura Personalis, of caring, forgiveness

and reconciliation.

It is spirituality that understands the way of the cross. We live in a world broken and inpain, and thus accept that the Magis, our service of greater worth, may ask us to follow Christ

bearing His cross in our world (GC 5, Decree 2, no. 12).” –Fr. Nebres, S.J.

Ultimately, Jesus is our guide, our friend and our brother. He should be on top of all

things, the center of spirituality. Thus, every action in the spirituality aspect is done out of love.

To love is a choice.



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II. Faith and Liturgy †

A. Prayer Cells

A Prayer Cell is a good opportunity to share one’s experiences and

problems and to reflect together as one small group. It is in one of these private

moments that each individual feels comfortable and relaxed despite the heavy

workload faced in school.

Current Prayer Cells

The Prayer Cells are held during GAs (SY 2008-2009). The whole YCLC community breaks

into small groups, usually arranged by year levels, and proceeds to the venues assigned to them.

STEPS IN PREPARATION FOR THE FIRST PRAYER CELL ACTIVITY

Step 1- Get a list of YCLC members. Divide them into small groups with the same year

level. Each group should have a maximum of 10 members, but it is recommended that a prayer

cell group should only have more or less 5 members. Arrange them in such a way that a prayer

cell guide will be assigned readily to each small group. Each year level must have a theme.

Example: High 1- Community and an Introduction to the CLC Way of Life

Ma’am Je- Mr. Allen Silvano-

Tak Reyes H1BRichard Go H1C

Jeffrey Uy H1D

Sydney Ching H1D

Jude Liao H1E

Mark Uymatiao H1FKevin Cheu H1H

Timothy Gemzontan H1BMatthew Sarmiento H1B

Micah Fernando H1DRaphael Ong H1D

Billy Cheung H1E

Benedict Cabilangan H1F

Jarrett Yu H1F

Edward Clarin H1G

Ralph Legarda H1G

Important: The old members should stick together in one cell group. Similarly, the

new members should have their own cell group. This will allow them to be open to the

reflection and sharing parts of the activity, whereas the old members would havemore bonding sessions.

Notes:

Cell Guide- A cell guide is tasked to initiate the YCLCers’ experience of the CLC

process. His/her Chief task is to guide the prayer cell and to direct the YCLCers, in

Cell Guide

Cell Representative-

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a communal manner, to live the CLC Way of Life. He/she is assisted by the Cell

Representative.

Cell Representative- A student representative for the cell group. He is

responsible for arranging meetings with other cell members. He is tasked to call

the cell guide for sessions and constantly remind his cell members to attend a

prayer cell. He also makes attendance of all who participated in the activity.Theme- Each year level has a specific theme:

o First Year Cells- The Community and Self I

o Second Year Cells- The Community and Self II

o Third Year Cells- Christ and Love

o Fourth Year Cells- Following Christ

Step 2- Recruitment of cell guides. After making the list, determine the number of cell

guides needed. Then, start looking for cell guides. He/she may be a teacher, alumnus or

administrator. Assign each cell guide to a specific cell group.

The following cell guides from SY 2008-2009 are listed below:Ma’am Je – Ignite Office

Mr. Allen Silvano – Filipino Department Chairperson

Mr. Delson Balance – Grade School

Mr. Binggoy – Director’s Office, Moderator

Chico Locsin – Xavier School Alumnus

Bro. Salazar – Filipino Department, Moderator

Achi Nats – Immaculate Concepcion Academy Alumna

Note: If there are not enough cell guides, please make sure to look for them before the

school year starts. You may opt to have a substitute cell guide or to merge cell groups.

Warning! - A cell group without a permanent cell guide is devoid of the CLC Way of

Life.

Step 3- Orientation of Cell Guides. Give them all the details and the necessary

information regarding cell group, cell guide responsibilities, etc. Orientation of cell

guides must be done properly, especially to the new ones.

Option 1 Individual Orientation: Approach him/her personally.

Option 2 Group Orientation: Schedule a meeting for the cell guides. You

may have a meeting right after a GA. However, it is not recommended that you conduct

an orientation during a GA because it may disrupt ongoing activities.

Step 4- Attendance Sheet. Make an attendance sheet for each cell group in

preparation for the first prayer cell session, as well the future prayer cell sessions. The

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session, give it to the cell representatives so that they can check the attendance. In this

case, ask a temporary representative to check attendance.

An example of the attendance sheet is shown below:

Note: Please print it on hard paper.

Step 5- Deployment of Cell Guides. This is done during a GA itself. Contact the prayer

cell guides a week before and on the day before the prayer cell. You must have them

confirmed. Failure to do so may result to an absence of a cell guide on the day itself.

Notes:

Assign a specific area/room before the activity. Make the necessaryreservations at least a week before.

Orient the cell groups about the significance of prayer cells. You may ask

someone to make a short lecture about the cell guides during the GA.

Inform them that they need to decide on a cell representative before the

activity ends. Last year’s representatives cannot repeat this year. Also,

anyone in the core group cannot function as a cell representative.

Prepare a special activity for them. (i.e. At the start of the year =

expectations, the desktop activity)

Step 6- Collection and Evaluation. After the very first prayer cell session, collect the

attendance sheet from every cell representative*. Evaluate the activity by asking the cell

guides regarding the activity. This should only take about 5-10 minutes. Keep in mind

that checking on cell groups is important so as to know the conduct exhibited by the

people in the cell group. (in other words, prevention of fighting, etc.)

*Note: You may give the responsibility of returning the attendance sheets to the

cell representative after the prayer cell session has ended.

Cell Guide: Mr. Delson Balance

Cell Rep: Ray Justin Huang (1E)

Name Section

Kendrick Santos 1BCedric Wang 1BHarley Manlongat 1CMervyn Haw 1DMark Chua 1ERay Justin Huang 1EPatrick Ng 1H

Lorenzo Villalon 1H

Dates:

Year Level and Cell #:

OR

Cell Guide and Cell Rep:

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Section:



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STEPS FOR REGULAR PRAYER CELLS

These steps are normal procedures in preparation for regular prayer cells on

selected GAs. To ensure an organized procedure, the following diagram is shown:

Proposed Prayer Cells

The Spirituality Aspect faced difficulties in the prayer cell sessions last SY 2008-2009.

Due to time constraints, the YCLC holds prayer cells during GAs. Therefore, the YCLCers

received less prayer cell sessions than they ought to have. In simpler terms, the CLC Way of Life

was compromised, and this is widely unacceptable.

The Proposed Prayer Cells will help make up for the losses experienced by the YCLC

members, and help build better prayer cell sessions among prayer cell groups.

Abstract: (Based on previous prayer cells before SY 2008-2009)

Basically, the prayer cell sessions are done outside GAs. Each prayer cell group

must take responsibility in filling up the quota for each quarter. Usually, a quota of 5 Prayer Cell

Sessions is enough. Cell Representatives are tasked to gather their members, set a venue and

contact the cell guides on their own. In this way, there is less workload for the core group.

Moreover, there would be more involvement from the YCLC members.

STEP 0

• Be alert.

• If the prefectand/or themoderatordecides to havea prayer cell on

a GA, pleaserespondimmediately bycontacting thecell guides

STEP1-

1 Week

Before GA

• Call the CellGuides

• Remind themthat the prayercell will be heldnext week

• Reserve theareas neededfor prayersessions.Inquire at theSAP office

• Optional:Prepare anactivity for theprayer cellsession

STEP2-

1 Day

Before GA

• Call the CellGuides AGAIN

• Remind themthat the prayercell will be heldtomorrow

STEP3-

During

GA

• Give theattendancesheets to thecellrepresentatives

• Escort the cell

guides to theirrespective cellgroups andvenues

STEP4-

After GA

• Collect theattendancesheets

• Evaluate theprayer cellactivity



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B. Salumbaba

The YCLC is tasked to help out in every Mass (held in the HS Gym/Sports Center)

by volunteering for Salumbaba. Salumbaba is defined as a person ready to catch the Breads of

Life that are accidentally dropped. Every CLCer must have the experience so that they will be

more involved in Eucharistic Celebration.

STEPS IN PREPARATION FOR SALUMBABA

Note: In case of short notice, immediately go to STEP 1, and in STEP 2, pull out the people

needed for Salumbaba. This can be done in a short while, right before the Mass starts.

STEP 0-

GA Before

Mass

• Decide which yearlevel will doSalumbaba

• After deciding,announce the yearlevel involved forSalumbaba

• Instruct them toproceedimmediately to theleft side of the

Altar when theclass starts movingfrom classroom togym

STEP 1-

1 day

before Mass

• Go to the CMSOand ask how manypeople they needSalumbaba

• Get ready with theattendance sheetfor tomorrow.*This is not theone for prayercells. It may be justas simple as a pen

and paper.

STEP 2-

Before

the mass

• Gather the peopleinvolved in the leftside of the altar

• Take attendance of those who came

• Instruct them onhow to Salumbaba

STEP 3-

After the

Mass

• Get theattendance sheet

• Help the CMSOclean up and fixthe altar

The person doing

Salumbaba

The nearest hand to the

person giving

communion must be

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III. Spiritual Events †

A. First Friday Unplugged

Checklist for First Friday Unplugged

Items/Materials Where to GetModerator’s

SignatureSAP Approval

Core Group

Signature

HSPO

Approval

Facilities

Reservation

Form

SAP Office/

Faculty

Workroom

Budget Proposal Equipment

Reservation

Form

After School-

Hours Circular*

Letter for Mrs.

Cacacho

Student-

produced

UNPLUGGED

SCRIPT

Student-

produced

Teaser VideoStudent-

produced

PowerPoint

Presentation

Student-

producedN/A

PAAnnouncement

Moderator

PerformersWithin Xavier

onlylyrics only

Host/sWithin Xavier

onlyscript only

CAdT Duties

and/or Ushers

Mr.

Salumbides

and/or YCLCN/A

POSTERSStudent-

produced (upon approval

of proposal) N/A

UNPLUGGED

APPLICATION

FORM

E-groups script only

Logistics

Moderator or

Student-

produced

see

facilities

form

Note: *Ask SAP Coordinator; this is usually optional

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Before the start of proposal

This crucial decision will determine the fate of Unplugged.

Basic Timeline for First Friday Unplugged

Month Before First Friday Unplugged

SUN MON TUE WED THUR FRI SAT

1 2 3 4 5 6

7 8 9 10 11 12 13

14 15 16 17 18 19 20

21 22 23 24 25 26 27

28 29 30 31

Month of First Friday Unplugged

SUN MON TUE WED THUR FRI SAT

1 2 3

4 5 6 7 8 9 10

11 12 13 14 15 16 17

18 19 20 21 22 23 24

25 26 27 28 29 30

PerformersFirst

Script First

MAKE A

CHOICE

First Friday Unplugged

Start Working for

the Unplugged

Submission of FINAL Proposal

First Friday

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Step by Step Process in Organizing First Friday Unplugged

A month before the Unplugged…

Or earlier…

Or way earlier…

“Time is Gold.”

OPTION A IF you chose to do the “Performers First ,” at this point, start looking for

bands, singers, host/s, instrumentalists, actors, dancers, etc.

Notes:

Look for people who can perform. Do not force people who are first-timers.

Look for people who know how to play or sing.Do not waste time waiting for a “Not sure” answer to turn into a “Yes.”

Set a quota for a number of performers. The usual number is 6 (half of them

with 2 songs each), but you can go for more.

o Warning: Be sure to be able to handle all performers if you decide to

go for more than 10. This means that the script has to fit all

performers. Stray performers are not allowed.

Do not ask people who have hosted/performed for more than 2 consecutive

times.

Be sure to put a copy of the application form in the Xerox area. Tell them to

get a copy from there or you may send them the application form through e-

mail.

Give them a copy of the application form. Be demanding: Set a deadline, and

bug them to complete the application form A.S.A.P.

Ask around. There may be hidden talents from other batches, faculty and

staff. Not to mention the people from the Jesuit Residences, school

administration or even as far as grade school and EED.

Afterwards, confirm the number of performers and host/s. All application forms

with attached lyrics have to be with you at least 2 weeks before the Unplugged.

Gather all songs and come up with a theme for Unplugged. The theme should alsobe more or less related to the month of the Unplugged. (i.e. July- 1

stFFU= New

Beginnings, October- Month of the Holy Rosary)

Make the Script. (See additional notes** found right after STEP 1 for more details)

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OPTION B IF you chose to do the “Script First ,” at this point, pick a theme that

would suit the month of the Unplugged. (i.e. December- St. Francis Xavier and/or Christmas)

Notes:

The script should be flexible, which means that it can be easily adjustedwhen changes occur.

There should be at least 6 Reflections, which are all related to the central

theme you have chosen.

Do not make any one-liner or even three-liner reflections. Remember that

this is a serious and solemn activity.

Be open to suggestions. Be updated with the current events both happening

in school and outside school.

Do not copy directly from previous scripts. Unauthorized copying of script/

reflections is Plagiarism. Your creativity will be challenged here.

Do not copy/paste reflections directly from the internet, but you may citethem by using quotation marks, which will serve as a reference only for the

host/s.

Do not be limited because of the theme. Make general reflections that will

create links from one specific topic to another.

Afterwards, polish the script. Check for grammatical errors and typographical errors.

Be ready to insert performers and their songs in each reflection.

Start looking for performers. You must start as early as 3 weeks before Unplugged.

Tell them the Theme or Mood (suggested by the reflection) so that they can choose

the proper songs for it.

Give them a copy of the application form through e-mail or the Xerox area. Be sure

to place a copy in the Xerox area.

Be demanding: Ask them to submit on the day of the deadline with their copy of

lyrics. Do this as early as possible.

Gather all the performers and songs and carefully insert them in the script. You may

place a performer with 2 songs on 2 separate reflections.

Finalize everything. Be ready for changes that may occur sometime in the future.

REFLECTIONSPerformerswith SONGS

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Additional Notes:

I. Script-Making- Note: Sample only.

Theme: [July (1st

FFU)] = New Beginnings

Host: Charles Herrera High 4C

Order of Performers and Songs:

1ST

: H2 Band- Martin Qui H2-C

Richmond Ngui H2-H

Christopher Malata H2-E

Songs: High School Never Ends by Bowling for

Soup

Learn to Fly by Foo Fighters

4th

:H2 Band, KWM- Ferdie Tan

David Tan

Daniel Quiaoit

Songs: Always Be My Baby by David Cook

Face Down by Red Jumpsuit Apparatus

2nd

:H4 Band-Ramon Vinzon

J. Tan

Songs: My Heart by Fall Out Boy

Someday We’ll Know by Mandy Moore

feat. Jonathan Foreman

5th

:H1 Band-Kendrick Santos

Jude Liao

Micah Fernando

Enzo Villalon

Keith Lim

Tak Reyes

Song: Collide by Howieday

3rd

:Teacher’s Band: Tristan Dulu

w/ Dan Lendle (First Song)

Mark Que

Mark Lapena

Adrian AsisSongs: Masaya by Bamboo

Just Like Heaven by the Cure

Only Hope by Switchfoot

Sugod by Sandwich

6th

:Teacher and Student- Ms.Chua

Ian Go

Lorenzo Orosa

Song: At the Beginning by Anastasia

Opening Prayer:

Heavenly Father, we thank You for another year in Xavier School. As we set out on a new journey, may

You guide us with Your grace so that we will not wander off and find our purpose in life. O Lord, may the songs wehear settle us down from all the stress and make us reflect upon the things which have transpired today. Lastly,

may You remind us to always do the highest good in order to glorify Your name.

Amen

11 Songs x 5 Minutes = 55 Minutes (not part of the sample)

Label the Parts

of the Script.

Take note of the

Order of Performers.

Note: You may ask someone to make an opening prayer. The host doesn’t necessarily have to be

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Reflection 1:

Host: Hmm… Summer… Time flies really fast doesn’t it? Before we realized it, summer is over and we’re

here again at Xavier School. Speaking of summer how was your summer? Was it good, bad or somewhere

in between? I heard that some of the students got a summer job, some went to a China Study Tour, some

went to PKK, some planned ahead for this school year and some just stayed at home happily. What about

you, what did you do during the summer?

Host: Now to share with us their rendition of (name of the song), may I introduce you (the members of

the band)

Reflection 2:

Host: When we were having fun during summer time, did we even care what happened in China? The

earthquake that struck the Sichuan Province and killed 65,000 lives with 23,000 missing so far that left

their relatives grieving for them. What about the cyclone that struck Myanmar that left millions of peoplehomeless and thousands of them dead? Did we even stop and think about them? Or maybe even just pray

for them? This is your time to give them your prayer. Let us pause for a moment and give them our

prayers.

Host: Now to share with us their rendition……

Closing Prayer:

Host: Let me thank everyone who contributed in making this show possible--the YCLC, our performers

______, ______, ______ and of course, ______!

A YCLC moderator will lead everyone for the Closing Prayer.

Initial Script is complete. You may save as: “FFU July Script

Initial.docx”

II. Memoirs of a Host

“I can adlib anytime. I know the gist of the script anyway. No problem.”

“I need to know if there are changes. I must approach any of the organizers

(spirituality core) so that I can take note of them.” “Where’s the venue? What time does it start? What time should I be there?”

“The crowd is quite noisy. People are standing up. I must settle them down.”

“One of the performers is missing?! Ladies and Gentlemen, let me share with

you my experience on… (While waiting for the performer)”

“This script is so boring and cheesy! I’ll just make it more interesting.”

Note: These are the qualities of a good host.

H1 Band-Kendrick Santos, Jude Liao, Micah Fernando, Enzo

Villalon, Keith Lim, Tak Reyes

Song: Collide by Howieday

6 Performers x 1 Reflection Each = 6 Reflections

Note: You may split performers with more than 2 songs into 2 separate reflections.

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III. Changes in the Application Form

Please change the following words that are in red:

Rules of Application:* All application forms must be submitted to the YCLC drop box (2nd floor JR Building),

Aaron Quidilla (3H), David Ong (4A) , or e-mailed to [email protected] on

or before the given deadline.

* Unless otherwise agreed upon, all Unplugged performers must submit one (1)

Performer’s Application Form.

* Unless otherwise agreed upon,all performers must be able to present in a dryrun on a

date that will be scheduled in the future.

* In the event that the performance has to be cancelled, the performer/s must inform us

immediately.

During the Unplugged:

* All performers mustbe present outside the given venue 15 minutes before their given

time slot.

Note: You may make changes in the policies. This is just a part of the application form.

IV. Tips in reminding performers

Make sure that these performers confirmed that they are really going to

perform. Get their contact numbers.

You may remind them through text/e-mail/YM/personal encounter

Text Sample: “Hello! The First Friday Unplugged will be on July 3, 2009 at

the MPH from 4:30-5:30pm. Please submit your application forms ASAP.”

Keep reminding them to submit the forms. However, do it nicely.

Suggest songs for them if they cannot come up with any.

If you are not sure of the time and venue, do not give false information to

performers. If there are changes, inform them immediately.

Sometimes, the songs chosen by performers are not suitable to the

theme. To make things worse, there is obscenity and vulgarity in thelyrics, which the HSPO condemns (Warning: you will be asked to come

up with an edited script once it reaches the HSPO).

o To prevent this from happening, check the lyrics and make sure

you have inserted the song properly within the script.

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2 weeks to go…

Script is done…

Performers confirmed…

Now for the paperwork.

Before starting on the paperwork…

Check if there are other events on the same day of the Unplugged. Go to the Accounting

Office and reserve the MPH. Counter-check from the SAP office the reservation of the

venue and time of the Unplugged. Remember, the MPH is the most crucial place for FFU.

Note: After confirming the time and venue, that’s the time to officially tell the

performers and host/s the correct information regarding the FFU. (i.e. “First Friday

Unplugged will be on July 3, 2009 at the MPH from 4:30-5:30pm,” change “will be” to

“is”)

Notes on last SY 2008-2009 FFUs:

1st

Friday of October was a half-day. Ergo, FFU is moved a week after.

It was agreed that the FFU would be moved to a Thursday of

December to make way for the Christmas Committee’s preparations.

The High 3 had their Corregidor Trip on the 1st

Friday of February. It

was decided that the FFU would be moved to the last Friday of

February. But then, the MPH was reserved by DWTL. Ergo, the only

available space is the MPC. Another option would have been the

Media-Ed, but it was too small.

There was no November and January FFU because of the breaks.

The CONTENTS of the PROPOSAL:

A. Facilities-Reservation Form

B. Equipment Reservation Form

C. Budget Proposal

D. Final Script

E. Letter Addressed to Mrs. Cacacho

F. After-school Hours Circular* – usually optional but demanded by SAP

A. Facilities-Reservation FormDescription: This is the 5-page form found at the SAP office or faculty workroom.

How to fill it up:

Follow Instructions. There are specific instructions such as “Do not write

below this line.”

The top part is usually filled up by the student while the bottom contains

the signatures of the moderator, SAP coordinator and his own signature.

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Sample:

o Date Needed : July 3, 2009

o Date Reserved: June 20, 2009

o Venue: MPH

o Pax: 50

o Time: 4:30-5:30pmo Things Needed/Logistics: 6 High Chairs, 6 Microphones, Sound System,

Computer with Projector

When in doubt, ask the SAP Coordinator to help you fill it up.

B. Equipment Reservation FormDescription: a lengthwise-cut paper

How to fill it up:

o Fill in the necessary details such as your name, section, requesting party,

etc.

o Put there the equipment needed for the Unplugged.

C. Budget Proposal Description: a white short bond paper with tables, back-to-back

How to fill it up:

o Indicate “0” Pesos on the total amount needed.

o Check the MPH box at the back of the paper, but indicate “0” beside it.

o Fill in the necessary details.

o For the 3 C’s, it is common practice to use Character, Conscience,

Community. However, you may go for other C’s. Afterwards, make a

description on how the C’s would be evident in the Unplugged.

Sample only: Community- People from different batches will

gather as a community in order to bond through this activity.

D. Final ScriptMake the necessary changes. Recheck the grammar and flow of the script.

Place the lyrics in the script.

o Example: “Let us welcome, Tristan Dulu and Dan Lendle… (Later) Let us welcome

Mark Que, Mark Lapena and Adrian Asis”

Teacher’s Band: Tristan Dulu

w/ Dan Lendle (First Song)

Mark Que

Mark Lapena

Adrian Asis

First Song: Masaya by Bamboo

Second Song: Just Like Heaven by the Cure

Third Song: Only Hope by Switchfoot

Fourth Song: Sugod by Sandwich

First Song: Ako'y malungkot na naman

Amoy chico na ako

Ilang tagay na, hindi pa rin tulog

Tanong ko lang sa langit

Kung bakit pumangit

Pagkagising ko

Nakita ko si Juan

Na siyang adik sa aming lugar

Parang droga daw ang bisa

Na ginamit niya kanina



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At the very end of the script, copy/paste the following:

o Please change the words that are in red:

Final Script is Complete. Save as: “FFU July Script Final.docx”

E. Letter Addressed to Mrs. Cacacho

Copy/paste this template before you start your letter:

Tel. No. 723-0481 Telefax 721-4173Loc.324

X A V

I E R SC H

O O

L

L U C E A T

L U

X

P.O. Box 657,Ma nila64 Xavier St., Greenhills

1500 San Juan, Metro Manila

Implementation:

Responsibilities:

Over-all Heads: Aaron Quidilla 3H and David Ong 4A

Moderators: Bro. Atoy Salazar and Mr. Benigno de Ocampo

Logistics:

Follow-up participants

Reserve Multi-Purpose Hall

Borrow LCD Projector and Computer

Borrow four pieces of microphones

Prepared by:

David Ong H4A

YCLC Spiritual Coordinator

Noted by:

Bro. Atoy Salazar, S.J.

YCLC Moderator

Approved by:

Mrs. Fides Abad Mrs. Jane Cacacho

Student Activities Program Coordinator High School Principal

Whoever made the script

should indicate his name atthe end with his signature.

Make sure that every

single bit of information is

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Write a letter to Mrs. Cacacho that you will be having a First Friday Unplugged on

____(date)______, from ____(time)____ to ____(time)____ at ____(venue)_____.

Specify the theme and objectives of the Unplugged.

Here’s an example of how a letter should look like. Do not Copy/Paste.

F. After-school hours Circular*If it is not asked, do not accomplish this task anymore. It is optional.

However, once it is needed, fill in the necessary details on the blanks provided.

After approval from the HSPO, get the circular and Xerox them. Give them to the

YCLC members since First Friday Unplugged is a required activity.

February, 2009

Dear Mrs. Cacacho,

Greetings! We are happy to inform you that YCLC will be having a Friday Unplugged on February 13,

2009 at the MPH.

This activity aims to let people reflect on their lives amid the busy month of February, and to help them

understand the real meaning of love as it is our theme for this month’s Unplugged. It is an opportunity where

people gather as one community to enjoy a few moments of peace while listening to relaxing music.

In this regard, we humbly request your support and approval of this activity. Attached with this proposal

are the script of the Friday Unplugged and the list of performers with their respective songs.

Thank you

In the spirit of Magis,

David Ong, H4AYCLC Spirituality Coordinator

Noted by:

Matthew Lee, H4B Brother Honorato Salazar, S.J.XS YCLC Prefect XS YCLC Moderator

Approved by:

Mrs. Fides AbadSAP Coordinator

Please be more creative.

It’s important that each

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Additional Notes:

I. It will only take a day to finish all the paperwork. Do not be overwhelmed by the bulk

because it’s just as simple as filling in your profile in Facebook or Multiply .

II. Do not cram. Cramming this will result into a chaotic Unplugged. Remember, youbear the name of YCLC.

III. Finalize everything. Check if everything is completely filled up.

2 weeks to go…

Script is done…


Paperwork finished…

After 1-2 days of paperwork, now it’s time to do promotions and operations.

A. Teaser VideoAs early as now, you may seek a professional to do the job for you or you may do it

yourself. Here are the reminders/guidelines for making the video:

The video should only be less than a minute.

The font should be readable since it will be shown during the assembly.

It should fit the theme of the Unplugged.

Basic details such as date, time, venue and theme should be indicated.

B. PA AnnouncementInform the moderator that you need to have a PA announcement on the

Thursday before Unplugged and the Unplugged day itself. He is usually responsible for

this. If the moderator disagrees, ask the ODS for the instructions on how to file for a PA

Announcement.

C. PostersAs early as now, you may ask someone to do the poster or you may do it yourself.

Here are 2 samples of posters, which will serve as a guide in making a poster for FFU:

2-2

The contents of Promotions:

A. Teaser Video

B. PA Announcement

C. Posters

D. GAs

The contents of Operations:

E. PowerPoint

F. Logistics

G. CAdT/Ushers

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Notes:

The clearer the poster, the better.

Shaped posters are better than ones printed on simple bond paper since

it can attract a lot of attention.

Print it on hard paper.

Ask the other members of the core group and moderator for comments

and suggestions.

Afterwards, edit your poster. Be sure that there is no obscenity in it.

The theme should be made clear, or at least the basic details are present.

XS YCLC

Friday Unplugged Logo

DATE

TIME

VENUE

Symbol/Illustration

Friday Unplugged Logo

DATE

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D. GAsAnnounce that there will be an FFU, which is required for all YCLCers. Tell them

that they are also expected to spread the word so as to promote the FFU.

Note: Tell the administration core group or community core group to take care of the

attendance. Facilitating the FFU will be heavy workload for the spirituality core group.

E. PowerPointAs early as now, you may ask someone to make the PowerPoint for the

Unplugged. It generally contains the performers and songs so that the audience can

refer to their names in case they do not know the performer. Here are the guidelines for

making a PowerPoint:

The font must be readable from afar.

Background must not overpower the font color.

The theme should be well-established. Creativity is a must.There must be “emergency” blank slides if ever there is a change in the

performer, song, etc.

Sounds in the PowerPoint are not allowed.

Note: The person making the PowerPoint must also be present in the FFU day itself.

F. LogisticsThe logistics is usually handled by the moderator. Inform him when and where

the Unplugged will be held. Politely ask him to manage the logistics for the Unplugged.

However, if the moderator disagrees, then there’s no other choice but handle the

logistics yourself. You may ask a small group of YCLC members to help you in setting up

the venue at least a day before the event.

G. CadT/Ushers

OPTION A CAdT Ushers

OPTION B YCLC Ushers

Background/Theme

FIRST FRIDAY UNPLUGGEDMPH

July 3, 2009

Background/Theme

<Name of Performer/s><Song/s>

Theme Theme

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OPTION A It is recommended that a High 4 Student must be responsible for

managing the ushers, especially when the ushers are from CAdT. The High 4 Student must

approach Mr. Salumbides to ask for a couple of cadets to function as ushers during the

Unplugged.

Note: You will be temporarily promoted as commanding officer during Unplugged.

Sample only:

If approved, you now officially have ushers for Unplugged. Tell the High 4 Students toWEAR Type C Uniform during the Unplugged.

Give him the list of people (High 4 only) who are willing to be an usher.

Go to Mr. Salumbides and ask if you could get Unplugged as a duty for CAdT.

Determine the number of ushers needed.

Friday Unplugged DutyCall Time: 4:05pm, July 3, 2009

Meeting Place: Outside the MPH

Uniform: Type C

Duty Name/Section

Usher

Usher

Usher

Usher

Usher

DoormanUshers (5)

o Keep the noise level down

o

Ask people to sit downo People are not allowed to leave during a song/performance

o Maintain the reflective atmosphere

o You are not allowed to leave the MPH unless instructed

o You are not allowed to chat with other CAdT crew

Doormen- Main Entrance (1)

o Greet people entering/leaving

o Open doors for people

o Stay within the MPH area, DO NOT leave your post.

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Option B You may ask your fellow YCLC members to function as ushers during the

Unplugged. After all, the YCLC will be heading the Unplugged, and it’s best to have YCLCers help

out in this program.

o Announce in the GA that ushers will be needed during the Unplugged. Afterwards,get a list of people who would like to help out (maximum of 5 ushers).

o As an added bonus, you can ask someone to help out in the operations such as Stage

Crew, wherein he will be the one to assist the performer in setting up.

o You may also ask people to help clean up after the Unplugged.

H. Rehearsals a.k.a. Dry-runThe Dry-run is not an opportunity for the performers to practice their songs. At

this point, they should have rehearsed already and are prepared to let the first people(Spirituality Core) listen to their song/s.

Notes:

As early as now, go to the HSPO and reserve the Media-Ed for the

Unplugged Dry-run. Make sure that there will be a teacher who can

facilitate on that day.

Afterwards, inform the performers about the Dry-run. Give them all the

details such as time and venue. Tell them to prepare their songs.

The deadliest deadline for reservation is a week before the Dry-run.

Usually, rehearsals are held on the week of Unplugged itself.

Constantly remind them that there is indeed a Dry-run. They have to be

there! Sample Text: “Hello! The dry-run for First Friday Unplugged will be

on Tuesday, June 30, 2009 from 4:10pm onwards. You are expected to

know your song/s by then. Please be there.”

For those who cannot attend, make sure that they have already practiced

enough. Teachers can only be trusted. Trust students at your own risk.

1 week left…or earlier…

Script is done…

Performers confirmed… Paperwork finished…

Promotions started…

Operations began…

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Important Notes:

The deadliest deadline for the submission of the Final Proposal is on the Friday

before the First Friday Unplugged. It is recommended that you submit the

Proposal as early as possible in order to assure your reservation of the venue.Other parties may interfere and grab the venue with the proper documents. As a

result, you become the loser.

If there are no further comments, posters which require colored printing must

be mass-produced so that the SAP coordinator will be able to sign all of them.

For the black-and-white posters, you may get the approved poster (with

signature) and mass-produce it in the Xerox area.

**Sometimes, the Xerox area encounters problems in photocopying. Thus, some

posters were too light in color. The ink was powdery, creating a mess whenever

people touch them. To be sure, photocopy elsewhere outside Xavier.

Provide the hard paper for the posters.

HELL WEEK…

Script is done…



Promotions started…

Operations began…

Proposal approved…

Follow-ups

Before starting on step 4…

At this point, you should have all performers ready with their songs. Be sure that they

have been rehearsing on their own. All they have to do is wait for the dry-run of FFU to let

themselves be heard.

Here is a timeline of events during Hell Week of Unplugged. Note that every action here

can be done at an earlier period.

1• Sign the documents needed for the Proposal.

2• Ask the moderator to sign the documents needed for the Proposal.

3• Go to the SAP office and submit the Proposal and Poster for approval.

4• Wait for the Proposal to be forwarded to the HSPO after SAP approval. Stand by

for any corrections.

5• Go to the HSPO and see if Proposal is approved.

6• If approved, you are now secured for FFU! Promotions to follow... start mass-

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Deadliest deadline for posters to be posted all around the HS Building

Suggested number of posters: 35 = (4 per batch x 4) + 1 YCLC Bulletin

Board + 1 Faculty W orkroom + (1 per Guidance Councilor x 4) + (1 per

ODS Bulletin Board x 4) + 1 High 1-2 Team Leader + 1 High 3-4 Team

Leader + 7 Ground F loor Classrooms or for ext ras; always ask

permission before posting themRemind the performers again about the Dry-run.

Remind the people in charge of the PowerPoint, video, PA announcement,

and logistics to finish up A.S.A.P.

Deadliest Deadline for the teaser video.

Submit the teaser video to the HSPO for approval. Inform them that you

will be projecting it during the assembly. If approved, be ready for the next day.

Note: In case of a Mass on that day, it will be projected right after the Mass.

Tuesday is a suggested day for Dry-run for FFU. Be there during the Dry-

run. Make sure that the host/s is/are also there so as to familiarize with the

performers. After hearing the performers, give them the final details for the

FFU. Invite them also to listen to the whole program after they perform.

Sample: Call Time: 4:10pm, Place: Outside the MPH, 1st

to Perform

Projection of the teaser video.

Come to school earlier than usual and go to the gym. Inform the person

handling the computer that you will be projecting the video. After the flag

ceremony and prayer, go immediately to the person and facilitate the videoprojection. Don’t forget to bring your own copy of the video in case of

technical difficulties.

During the GA, announce what is needed for the Unplugged. Remind the

Ushers (Option B) about the call time and venue. Promote the FFU.

YCLCers are required to attend the Unplugged and are expected to

observe silence and proper decorum while inside the MPH.

Remind performers and /s that the FFU will be tomorrow. Give them the

final reminders through text. Sample Text: “Hello! The First Friday Unplugged is tomorrow July 3, 2009 at the MPH from 4:30-5:30pm. Performers are

expected to be there by 4:10pm outside the MPH. Thank you and good luck!”

Remind the other people involved to attend the Unplugged such as the person

who made the PowerPoint, the CAdT ushers, etc. (Option A).

Prepare a list of ordered performers and an extra copy of the script. (More

details will follow on Step 5)

Remind the moderator to make a PA announcement tomorrow.

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FFU!!!…

Script is done…



Promotions started… Operations began…

Proposal approved…

Follow-ups made…

Day of Execution

2 Things to Remember:

Do not panic- “Seriously, what’s the use of panicking? You already

prepared everything for the Unplugged. All you have to do is sit back and

enjoy the fruits of your labor .”

Be alert- “Okay, so being too relaxed would be the other extreme. Alwaysbe alert for any changes. Remember, performers can just change their

song if they were not able to rehearse properly. Some performers can just

poof and disappear from the Unplugged without any notice. Hosts too

can just run away from their posts. There may be a change in order of

performers because of...blah blah blah. To keep it simple, always open

your eyes and ears for any suspecting problem that may occur .”

Things to Bring:

clipboard

pen

list of performers (sheet of paper with the order of performers)

Sample only:

Performer Song Order New Order Updated Present

1. Dandi Lopez Fallen 1st 1st YES

2. Matthew Lee Only Hope I’m Yours 2nd

4th

YES

3. Ivy Enaje Panalangin 3rd

3rd

YES

4. Jake S. Decode 4th

2nd

YES

5. Douglas Dy My Favorite Things 5th

5th

YES

6. Chroma Shock Mama 6th 7th YES LATE

7. Andrew Pinlac Masaya 7th 6th YES

an extra copy of the script

list of CadT Ushers/YCLC Ushers

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12:10pm – Wait for the PA Announcement. If there was no announcement, wait for

the 12:15 bell.

12:15-1:10pm – Approach the moderator immediately and remind him that anannouncement must be made for the FFU. Make an ocular inspection of the venue to check

whether the set has been fixed. This is also the last chance to promote Unplugged throughout

High School.

3:55-4:00pm – Fix your bag as fast as you can. However, do not panic. Prepare

your clipboard and proceed immediately to the venue.

4:00-4:10pm – Assemble the people involved: PowerPoint clicker, Ushers,

Performers, Host/s, Moderator. Take note of their attendance in your clipboard. Give them the

final instructions. Place them in their respective posts. Keep the door open for visitors to comein. Check if everything is okay. Make a sound system check, microphone test, etc.

4:10-4:25pm – IF some performers are not present , you have 15 minutes to get

them from the classrooms or faculty workroom. Remind them that the Unplugged will be

starting in a few moments, and it is an urgent request for them to proceed immediately to the

venue. Note: ask your partner to take over while you leave and search for missing people.

4:25-4:30pm –

In 5 Minutes Accomplish the Following:

Ushers should let people sit down; doorman should stay outside the MPH.The PowerPoint presentation must be flashed on screen; the person handling

the PowerPoint must stay at his post.

The Host/s should start settling the crowd on stage.

Lights and Sounds should be functioning properly.

Performers must know their cue; they should be seated already. Rehearsing

performers are only allowed to practice right outside the MPH. Rehearsing

elsewhere is strictly prohibited .

Both you and your partner must stay inside the MPH. However, if a performer is

still missing, only one is allowed to leave the MPH.

4:30pm – Door closes. First Friday Unplugged starts or stops. “Do we go on

with the show or do we call it “curtains” for our little program? Are you just going to let a

missing performer ruin a month’s worth of preparations? You decide.”

4:30-5:30pm – Cue the performers who will be next to perform. Facilitate the rest

of the Unplugged by keeping in touch with the host/s, performers, ushers, etc. In the end,

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Additional Notes:

I. The Nature of the 4:30-5:30PM Time Slot

Sometimes, the Unplugged starts later than the 4:30pm time slot because of several

factors, such as the number of audience members, missing performers, and lack of preparation.This does not mean that future Unplugged programs have the liberty to start late. Anything that

is written on the final proposal must be strictly followed. It is damaging to the name of YCLC if

all future FFUs would always be unprepared and mediocre.

Important! - If the Unplugged exceeds 5:30pm, everything should end at exactly 6:00pm,

finished or unfinished.

II. Problems Encountered with Performers

Some performers do not express professionalism, and they turn their backs to YCLC

right before the Unplugged begins. Some do not even practice their songs, and what results is avery atrocious performance. Some are just uninformed of the exact details of the Unplugged.

Be sure that the performers chosen are trustworthy. The details have to be made clear

and understandable. An effective Unplugged would start from a good proposal.

III. Aftermath of Unplugged

As the First Friday Unplugged draws to a close, do not forget to thank all the people

who made this possible. Furthermore, please do not forget to make an evaluation of the

Unplugged with some core group members so that more improvements can be made for the

future FFUs.

Congratulations! You just made a successful FFU!

Suggestions for First Friday Unplugged

A. Tarpaulin – Previous FFUs only have cartolinas stuck on the door with the words

“First Friday Unplugged, MPH, 4:30-5:30pm.” A better way to let the people know

where the Unplugged will be held is a more visible tarpaulin/banner placed on the door

of the MPH.

B. Video during FFU – Instead of a PowerPoint, you may use a repeating video to

make it livelier. In this way, the audience would get a feeling that they are in a remoteworld, detached from all their endeavors and problems.

C. Delegation – Delegating tasks is not only helpful but also fulfilling since there is

more involvement from the YCLC members. It builds trust and unity between the core

and the members. However, the final proposal will always be your responsibility in the

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B. Vigil Night

The YCLC Vigil Night aims to help YCLCers understand the true meaning of

Christmas. YCLCers will be able to form a deep relationship with Mary, the virgin Mother of God.

It also gives an opportunity for all members to bond with one another as sworn brothers. Vigil

Night is not a night to keep people awake, but a symbolic means to realize how much love God

gave us by sending his only Son, Jesus, the light of the world.

General Guidelines for Vigil Night

Accountabilities – The YCLC is not responsible for any lost items during the

overnight. However, all the lost and found items will be presented during a GA,

and unclaimed ones will proceed directly to the ODS.

Planning and Organization – All preparations have to be made before the Vigil

Night. Any form of meeting to discuss plans with the activity during the night

itself is highly unacceptable. Every activity should be handled by each coregroup member.

Information – All core group members have to be well-informed of all activities,

as well as the time slots of the overnight activity. Nobody is excused from not

knowing what to do at any specific time.

Proposal – Similar to the Friday Unplugged proposal, the same principles of

proposal-making are applied here. Moreover, every single detail such as budget,

timeline of activities, etc. must be written in the proposal.

Time Management – Whatever time allotment is written in the proposal should

be strictly followed. Postponement of activities or extending the time for “lights

out” is a sign of unpreparedness.Rules and Regulations – Aside from the school rules, strict guidelines must be

implemented during the overnight. Inform the YCLCers through various forms of

communications. Ignorance will not be an excuse for breaking any law.

Circular – Everything needed for the overnight must be written clearly in the

circular. Rules and Regulations must also be written here.

Participation – All activities must involve the YCLCers.

Values from the CLC Way of Life – Like all overnight activities, the YCLCers must

be able to appreciate the CLC Way of Life through the meaningful activities done

in the Vigil Night.

Significance/Impact – The purpose and objective of the Vigil Night must bepresent all throughout. Activities should have an impactful experience to all the

YCLCers. Digression from the main theme is highly discouraged.

Delegation – Although the head of the activity is one of the spirituality core,

organizing a Vigil Night is not a one-man task. Therefore, it is recommended that

all members of the core group, and perhaps some YCLCers are able to help out in

doing tasks.

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IV. Conclusion †

Limitations

Despite the comprehensiveness of this manual, it does not necessarily mean that thespirituality core group members are limited to following what is being demanded from them. In

fact, they are challenged to do more. A concrete example for this would be accomplishing the

tasks at an earlier period of time. As leaders and YCLCers, the spirituality core group should

persevere in all the endeavors in order to fulfill his responsibilities.

Partnership

There is a reason why there are two spirituality core group members: to support one

another in striving to carry out the mission of Christ. Partnership among YCLCers is unique and

unbreakable because there is a sense of brotherly love and concern for one another. Aspartners, the spirituality core group will be able to spread God’s love by being good examples to

his fellow YCLCers.

Preparing for the SAT…

SAT means “Spirituality Administrative Test .” It is a way of knowing how much a

person is aware of his own aspect. It also helps in the improvement and development of the

person as a leader of the Youth Christian Life Community.

The SAT has three main parts: multiple choice, essay and identifying errors. It

does not test a person’s knowledge nor measure a person’s intelligence. This test is basically a

practical test, which generally contains basic information regarding spirituality. Skills in

situational analysis are also needed.

The person does not need to prepare for the test. After reading the manual, he is

only expected to use his mind and heart in answering the questions.

You can do it!Ad Majorem Dei Gloriam.

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