OLLP Bangkal, culminated FDM with Sta. Cruzan

The children always looked forward for Flores de Mayo, because of catechesis, action songs, parlor games, foods, awards and prizes which gave them innocent happiness. For the sixty one (61) GKK Catechists or Pangulo sa Panudlo, this month-long devotion calls for intense love, patience, and sacrifices. Stewarding these children from all source of life for one month, is backbreaking but with the joy in their hearts.

Last June 1, 2019, the GKK Servant (GSLs) parents, children, and parishioners of the Our Lady of Lourdes Parish in Bangkal, headed by our Parish Priest Rev. Fr. Leonie H. Espana, DCD, graced the culmination of the Flores de Mayo. The Parish Multi-purpose Gym became the haven of the celebration which started as early as 06:30 in the morning with the Sta. Cruzan procession participated by the Youth who represented their GKKs as Sagalas, Reyna Elena, and King Constantine. Assignment of titles was through drawing of lots.

The excitement continued in the program which flowed after the heavy sumptuous breakfast prepared by the GKKs. The Interpretative Dance Contest and Royal Dance of Sagalas and Escorts were among the featured presentations.

The awarding of prizes for the Marian Quiz was sponsored by the Marian Apostolate and Coordinator, Sis. Elizabeth Sacco, Bible Quiz sponsored by the Bible Apostolate represented by Sis. Leonides Lallen, Poster Making Contest sponsored by the Pundok Banay with Mr. and Mrs. Efren and Jane Jungoy, the PSKB Coordinators. The Interpretative Dance sponsored by the Gagmay’ng Kristohanong Katilingban (GKK).

The top Marian Quizzers from top 1 to 10 were: Erika Marie Bautista (GKK of San Miguel Arkanghel), Maricar Canonio (GKK of Sto. Nino Alzate), Mac Simon Karol Cadanilla (GKK of The Most Sacred Heart of Jesus), Jyan Bustillo (GKK of Sta. Cruz), Kerstin Villamor (GKK of ICC Taal), Stephanie Cuadero (GKK of San Juan), Allyson Mae Abastas (GKK of San Roque Bangkal), Leandro Tanjuaquio (GKK of The Our Lady of The Holy Rosary), Eunice Legaria (GKK of The Our Lady of Fatima Royal Valley), and Tresh Camille Garcia (GKK of The Our Lady of Fatima Flores Village).

The top Bible Quizzers from top 1 to 4 were; James Jio Olarte (GKK Sagrada Familia), Maxeen Lourdfaith Garcia (GKK of The Our Lady of the Blessed Sacrament), Roselyn Duran (GKK of The Most Sacred Heart of Jesus), Lara Mae Noquin (GKK of San Miguel Arkanghel).

Lithia Leonize Arique from the GKK of Sta. Cruz, won the first prize of the Poster Making Contest. The champion of the Interpretative Dance Contest was District 4 composed of four GKKs: Christ The King Kadayawan, Inahan sa Kanunay’ng Panabang, La Purisima Concepcion, and San Miguel Arkanghel.

This year’s theme: “Journey to holiness with the Blessed Virgin Mary” is everyone’s inspiration who unselfishly cooperated and shared time, talent and treasure. Stewardship was very much alive for the glory of God and for the Mother of God, our loving Mama Mary.

The half day activity was culminated with the celebration of the Holy Eucharist officiated by no less than our beloved Parish Priest, Rev. Fr. Leonie H. Espana, DCD, at 11:00 am. (Elenita B. Biag | OLLP Bangkal PSP Coordinator)