Missionaries of the Assumption - Paglaum PDO

"Pegtanggew"

In commemoration of Philippine Environment Month, on June 29-30, 2024, the PAGLAUM Philanthropic Development Office of the Missionaries of the Assumption (m.a. PAGLAUM) launched a fruit tree planting initiative, established a fruit tree nursery, and distributed vegetable seeds in Toruyan, Barangay Tamugan, Marilog District, Davao City. This initiative, in partnership with the community of Toruyan and named “Pegtanggew”—a Matigsalog word for nurturing—aims to address tree scarcity and contribute to the nutritional needs of children and the broader community. The project embodies the core advocacies of the Missionaries of the Assumption (m.a.), particularly in caring for the Earth and supporting women and children.

m.a. PAGLAUM extends heartfelt gratitude to the personnel and students of Assumption College of Davao (ACD) and Assumption Polytechnic College in Southern Mindanao (APCSM), PAGLAUM Volunteers, and ACD Alumni for their invaluable contributions to the implementation of Pegtanggew. Thanks to P.E.A.C.E Summit Advocates (Preserving Earth and Climbing for Equilibrium) for their significant role in developing the concept. Special thanks to the third-year ACD SHS students, led by Sir John Paul Wong, for raising funds to purchase 170 fruit tree seedlings. We also appreciate ACD College Batch 2024, under the guidance of Sir Melvin Jay Canoy, and the ACD Alumni Affairs for their generous donations. Our gratitude extends to the Community Engagement Services Office, led by Sir Mark Bennylu Buenaobra, for inviting volunteers and providing material support. We are thankful to the BED-PTA for sponsoring farm tools and transportation expenses.

A sincere acknowledgment to the Department of Agriculture for providing vegetable seeds. Thank you to Mam Ellen Estacaan for generously contributing assorted vegetable seeds and used clothing.

We are grateful to individual donors for their financial contributions, to those who facilitated connections with other individuals and organizations for support, and to everyone who offered moral, material, and technical support in bringing Pegtanggew to fruition. We extend our deepest gratitude to all involved.

“Pegtanggew” is just the beginning and opens the door to our long-term goal of addressing the socio-economic welfare of the Toruyan community. We, at m.a. PAGLAUM, look forward to your continued support in this mission.

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Your financial support will be used to purchase fruit tree seedlings, vegetable seeds, and farm tools such as shovels, digging bars, and sprayers. Additionally, funds will be allocated for materials needed in the plant nursery, including garden nets, nails, sprinklers, empty drums, and PVC pipes. These tools and materials will be stored in the ACD Grade School Extension for Lumad Children, providing pupils with the resources necessary for their vegetable garden..

"Pegtanggew," which translates to 'nurturing' in the Matigsalog Tribe's language, is a PAGLAUM initiative aimed at nurturing fruit trees and distributing vegetable seeds to the community of Sitio Toruyan, Tamugan, Marilog District, Davao City. This endeavor is scheduled for June 29-30, 2024, and will be carried out in collaboration with Matigsalog community, as well as volunteer teachers and students from Assumption College of Davao (ACD) and Assumption Polytechnic College in Southern Mindanao (APCSM).

The primary objective of Project Pegtanggew is to address tree scarcity and contribute to meeting the nutritional needs of Matigsalog children and the broader community. This project embodies the core advocacies of the Missionaries of the Assumption (m.a.), particularly in caring for the Earth and supporting women and children.

We are soliciting material and financial support for this project. We would appreciate your donation, whether financial in any amount or materials such as seedlings of any kind of tropical fruit and vegetable seeds. You can message us at [email protected] or text or call us at 09776580047. You can also post your message directly in the chat box on our page.

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On April 22, 2024, during the Earth Day commemoration, Project Pogtonggo was launched. Pogtonggo, which means 'nurturing' in the Matigsalog Tribe's language, is a project of PAGLAUM involving fruit trees nurturing and vegetable seeds dispersal for the community of Sitio Toruyan, Tamugan, Marilog District, Davao City. The goal of this project is to address the shortage of trees and help meet the nutritional needs of children and the community. This project is an expression of the Care for the Earth advocacy of the Missionaries of the Assumption (m.a.).

Administrators, personnel, and students from both Assumption College of Davao (ACD) and Assumption Polytechnic College in Southern Mindanao (APCSM) were present at the event. Ms. Maricel B. Banluta, President of the Parents Teachers Association of ACD, along with Ms. Richel Emperado and Ms. Armelyn Tuga of the Assisi Foundation and the Sisters of the Missionaries of the Assumption, attended the launching ceremony to demonstrate their support. The launching ceremony was successful due to the collaboration of PAGLAUM volunteers and the new group of earth advocates.

Special thanks to Sir Dandie Fernandez for designing and facilitating the ceremony. Also, thanks to APCSM students for the prayer for the earth, Sir Jun Estrada for the fire element, Ma'am Alona Bello for air, Ma'am Danica Peralta for water, and to the Himig Assumptionista for delivering heartfelt and inspiring songs. Wholehearted gratitude is extended to Dr. Elsa Villanueva, Vice President for Formation and Student Services, and Bro. Mark Bennylu Buenaobra, head of the Community Engagement Service of ACD, for their support for Project Pogtonggo.

In observance of Earth Day on April 22, 2024, the Missionaries of the Assumption PAGLAUM Philanthropic Development Office (m.a. PAGLAUM-PDO), along with volunteers from the personnel of Assumption College of Davao (ACD) and Assumption Polytechnic College in Southern Mindanao (APCSM), will launch the Project Toruyan.

Project Toruyan entails Fruit Tree Nurturing and Vegetable Seeds Dispersal in the community of the Matigsalog Tribe in Sitio Toruyan, Barangay Tamugan, Davao City. This project is scheduled for the Environment Month, on June 29-30, 2024. The primary objective of this endeavor is to establish a fruit tree orchard around the ACD-Grade School Extension for Lumad Children to provide sustenance that will benefit the health of children and the entire community in the future. The ACD Grade School Extension is an Indigenous People Education (IPEd) program of the Missionaries of the Assumption in partnership with Assumption College of Davao.

On March 2-3, 2024, the Training-Workshop on Theater Arts was conducted, facilitated by Ferdie Dimaano, Dina Mabaquiao-Miclat, and Dr. Gerry Miclat from the Yapak ng Salinlahi of Australia. The two-day training sessions were successful in process and content, resulting in the satisfaction of the 13 participants as their expectations were met.

This training resulted in the revival of the Sining Tuburan group in partnership with the PAGLAUM Philanthropic Development Office (PAGLAUM PDO). After the training, the initial plans were discussed, such as creating productions to be showcased in communities.

The said training took place when Yapak ng Salinlahi offered to conduct a training during their vacation in Davao City. PAGLAUM-PDO eagerly accepted this offer because it recognized the importance of theater in promoting its advocacies and educating beneficiaries who will be reached through the apostolate of the Missionaries of the Assumption.

Many thanks to Ferdie, Dina, and Dr. Gerry for your patience and unwavering dedication in sharing your expertise in theater arts. Also, heartfelt thanks to those who provided financial donations for the food, namely June Sanches, Cha Dela Cruz, Rohani Loyola, Kent Ampeloquio, Yudan Jiro Castillo, Frank Ingles, and Jorge Manzanillo. A big thank you to Daisy Apat for coordinating with Yapak in successfully launching this training.

Many thanks to Sr. Flora Secuya, m.a., for her encouragement, highlighting the benefits of art in self-expression and personal growth. Many thanks to the Sisters of the Missionaries of the Assumption, including Sr. Etta Banayo, Sr. Luz Mallo, and Sr. Celi Fonacier, for their presence during the final showcase and for their encouragement to the participants.

Onward to the participants, despite the weariness, they still managed to enjoy themselves, and their talents truly shine until the final showcase: Angel Faye Mamites, Antonio Apat, Dandie Fernandez, Danica Peralta, Dolores Darling Curay, Faith Grace Rosales, Ivy Crestel Deloy, Jasper Gonzaga, Marilou Silang, Marisol Go, Mesheal Mullot, Nel John Bandojo, Sunshine Corpuz.

On March 8, 2024, the PAGLAUM Philanthropic Development Office (PAGLAUM-PDO), in collaboration with the personnel of Assumption Polytechnic College of Southern Mindanao (APCSM) led by Mam Jenny-ssel Sarino, OIC Principal, and Sr. Aurea P. Quiñones, M.A., attended an online orientation conducted by Waves for Water Philippines (W4W) in the audio-visual room of APCSM. The online orientation was facilitated by Shara Dimalaluan, W4W Program Management Officer, who demonstrated how to assemble the water filter and explained its usage.

W4W Philippines donated 32 water filters and water tumblers to PAGLAUM-PDO, thanks to the referral by KINAIYAHAN-YCJM. These water filters and tumblers will be distributed to flood survivors, primarily farmers from Barangay Waan and Sitio Sta. Marina in Buhangin District, Davao City, on March 15, 2024. Personnel from APCSM who attended the online orientation will also conduct orientations for the recipients.

Sta. Marina and Waan received food relief efforts from the joint collaboration of PAGLAUM-PDO and APCSM on January 20 and February 24, following the flash floods that affected those areas and nearby communities.

The Missionaries of the Assumption PAGLAUM Philanthropic Development Office (m.a. PAGLAUM) will be joining the Dagyaw Relief Network in a Relief Mission and Psychosocial Intervention (PSI) on February 24, 2024. PAGLAUM relies on resources from those with compassionate hearts to help the poor, especially those affected by calamities. Because of this, we appeal to you for your financial donation for food relief for the survivors of the devastating landslide in Masara, Maco, Davao de Oro.

We are currently seeking funding donations for our programs and advocacies at the Missionaries of the Assumption (m.a.), which include Women and Children, Care for the Poor of Humanity, and Care for the Earth. We are reaching out, hoping you can become one of our donors. If you are willing to help, you may refer this campaign to your friends and networks

A happy and hopeful day as we celebrate the birth anniversary of Paglaum- PDO's Director, our very own Sr. Flora Secuya, m.a.

May you have an abundance of happiness and treasured memories on this wonderful day. You are a great blessing to the everyone.

Thank you for making PAGLAUM proud.

The mission of the Kitchen of Hope extends beyond simply providing food for the hungry; it also aims to foster a Christian ethos of service that nurtures the hearts and minds of individuals within the ACD Community.