24/04/2026
MORNING SESSION | Mga Bulak Alang Kang Maria: A Journey of Faith – May Catechesis for Children 🌸✨️
The morning unfolded in quiet reverence as the Seminar-Workshop for Youth Volunteer Catechists opened with a prayer, gently gathering everyone into a shared space of faith and purpose. This was followed by a heartfelt welcome from our Parish Priest, Rev. Fr. Joseph Stephen N. Anore, who warmly greeted the participants from different parishes under the Vicariate of San Guillermo de Aquitania—each one carrying their own stories, yet united in one mission.
Setting the tone for the day, Mrs. Yvonne B. Moran led a meaningful discussion on the spirituality of a catechist. Her words invited everyone to look inward—reminding them that beyond methods and teaching, catechesis is first and foremost a calling rooted in faith, prayer, and a genuine relationship with God.
As the program continued, Rev. Fr. Ralph Perez, Parish Priest of Sta. Monica Parish in Cawayan, Dalaguete, guided everyone into a deeper appreciation of the program through his presentation of its overview and rationale. His words offered not just clarity, but a sense of direction—grounding the participants in the “why” behind their presence.
The morning then shifted into a more engaging and participative space as Mr. Floyd Alcontin Eco and Ms. Mary Angel Amate introduced the SUGA Methodology, a catechetical approach from the Archdiocese of Cebu Catechetical Ministry (ACCM). With patience and encouragement, they walked the catechists through this new way of teaching, eventually inviting them to bring it to life by creating and presenting their own adaptations—transforming learning into something lived and shared.
Amid the activity and collaboration, a moment of reflection came through a video message from the Most Rev. Archbishop Alberto “Abet” Uy. His words gently echoed through the room, encouraging everyone to remain joyful, patient, and prayerful in their mission. More than instruction, it felt like a quiet reminder—that catechists are not only called to teach the faith, but to live it, to embody it, and to share it with hearts full of sincerity and love. 🤍