Pedro Walpole SJ When the encyclical letter Laudato Si’ came out, the youth leaders of Balay Laudato Si’ (BLS) were surprised to find themselves able to identify deeply with the message of Pope Francis. Recognizing the role of Indigenous Peoples…
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Women participants of the PESO-TUPAD program of the Department of Labor and Employment in Bendum Liza San Mateo Representatives of Malaybalay’s Public Employment Service Office (PESO) came to Bendum in early May for the implementation of TUPAD (Tulong Panghanapbuhay sa…
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Liza San Mateo Denise Celdran, an expert in alternative and complementary healing arts and science, led a series of workshops in Bendum on soap-making, balm-making, and homeopathy from 19 to 21 May 2022. Twenty-three Bendum community members (22 women and…
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Fr. Madz Tumbali calls the Jesuit Community to gather for lunch during their recent stay at Balay Laudato Si’ in Bendum. Pedro Walpole SJ Visitors from neighboring activities, past involvements, and with adventurous interests always bring a good attitude, new…
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Juvelyn and Rosalie, senior high school students at the Apu Palamguwan Cultural Education Center (APC) that operates an upland indigenous school in Bukidnon, Philippines, learn skills in organic farming as part of the APC Youth Work Experience. Sylvia Miclat Climate…
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