Bukas Loob Sa Diyos Jaro District

Bukas Loob Sa Diyos Jaro District BLD's origins

"Bukas Loob Sa Diyos" is a Filipino name; in English, our name is "Open In Spirit To God." The history of a community is important. Lagdameo.

The Bukas Loob Sa Diyos Catholic Charismatic Covenant Community, normally referred to as simply "BLD", is a communion of families and persons, called together as one people through a moment of encounter and a process of renewal, to a relationship of faith, hope and love with God. Our original name reflects BLD's country of origin, The Philippines. Today, however, members of the Community live thro

ughout the world. A large number of members are to be found in North America, and call Canada and the United States home. The community is Roman Catholic in its essence, charismatic in its activities and faithful to the Magisterium of the Church. Each BLD District is under the ecclesial authority of the local Archdiocese. This ensures that all activities and teachings of BLD Districts are in accordance with official doctrines and dogmas of the Church. The genesis of the BLD Community

Jean Vanier in his book Community and Growth stated, "Communities are born, grow and give life…it is always good for communities to remember that their present situation is the result of the thousands of gestures of love. This obliges us to remember that the community of tomorrow is being born of our fidelity to the present. It should be told and retold, written and repeated…for we are quick to forget what God has done." Some of us are already familiar with how the community started way back in 1983. When the Council of Elders (COE) formed the community with intention of conducting Marriage Encounters (ME), Life in the Spirit Seminars (LSS) and basic formation programs with the help of other communities, since we did not have a teaching ministry yet. The Council of Elders chose Matt.10:8b as the community's mission "The gift you have received, give as a gift." It was a time of laying Christian foundations to develop workers and leaders who would be in charge of overseeing the different Apostolates and ministries in order to respond to the mission in a more organized manner. The Lord blessed the Community for the community grew by leaps and bounds. The organizational structure was formed and workload distributed: the Council of Elders as the policy making body and the Household of Stewards as the operating body. In any growing community the pastoral aspect becomes a concern to reckon with, so the COE discerned and formed the community shepherds whose main task was to seek out and bring the sheep who had gone astray back into the fold of the community. In the course of their work these community shepherds found the missing members who had relocated in other areas of The Philippines. There were members in Los Banos, Cebu, Zamboanga, Bulacan, San Pedro, AFP-PNP and Bacolod. For practical purposes the community shepherds proposed to the Council of Elders that these people establish a prayer group in their respective locations. The council concurred. The prayer groups grew in membership and requested the community make available its programs. All this began in 1989, and was the birth of District development. Indeed as we sow generously we shall reap generously as well. In 1990 the Council directed the household to look into the ideal culture that BLD should adopt since we were getting larger in terms of membership and in order to establish the norms for the community. Thus before the end of 1991 the Council of Interim Overseers became the governing body. This was a period of discernment because the community was growing. This was a time of change in order for the community to be relevant to the call of the times. This was the time when the community was evolving. Community is always in a state of growth it can never remain static. It was at this time when the community reflected on its interior life and how we can best relate to each other as members of one body through a new organizational structure. This was also the time when the community embraced the Vision, Charism, and Mission discerned by the CIO in consultation with the membership: to be the servants of the pilgrim church. It was very obvious that the Lord's hand was now leading the community to go to mission. In June of 1993 the Council of Servant Leaders (CSL) was installed. First task at hand was to put the new organizational structure in place and review the decisions made by the CIO with the goal of enhancing the mission and vision. It was a long process because the CSL was handling policy making and at the same time the day to day operation and manning of each unit. But because of the grace of God the community was still able to achieve, to a certain degree, the mission of each unit. The community became like a child again that needs to grow because of the paradigm shift. A child who needs to be accustomed to the newness and largeness of the community's mission and vision. Vanier said in his book "Communities are born, grow and give life, grow old and then are reborn." It was at this point when the community established four additional districts, namely Laoag, Davao, Kabankalan and Lucena. It was also in this period when the Districts started expressing their desire to develop their human resources ( i.e. Teachers, Presentors, Shepherds, etc. ) in order to be able to respond efficiently to the mission and form their own foundations to receive donations from institutions. The CSL realizing that districts need to be autonomous, decided to have a Covenant of Communion, thus making BLD a community of Districts. The community districts in The Philippines, through the different BLD institutes, NPMP, IPCD and BYPI have started reaching out in mission to the different parishes and dioceses, conducting LSS, Prayer Congresses, Medical Missions and Hospital Visitations and many bishops, priests and the lay thanked the community. In North America, while the Institutes are not present, the mission and work of the BLD Community is essentially the same. BLD in North America

While BLD traces its roots to its mother community in Manila, BLD Communities in North America are under the ecclesial authority of the local diocese. This ensures that all activities and teachings of BLD Districts, Outreaches and Districts in Process are in accordance with official doctrines and dogmas of the Church. Pastoral authority is defined as the responsibility of pastoral care or shepherding of one designated community member exercised by another. For BLD, this pastoral authority is manifested through a succession of individuals to our Spritual Director, Archbishop Angel N. Archbishop Lagdameo, who is himself under the ecclesial authority of Jaime Cardinal Sin of the Archdiocese of Manila, accepts as his pastoral responsibilities the activities of all BLD members, whether in the Philippines, Hong Kong, Canada, the U.S. or anywhere else. BLD in North America began as a small group of couples and individuals in Toronto who gathered together to pray. Today, there are many hundreds of BLD members spread throughout North America. The entry point for membership in BLD continues to be the Marriage Encounter. In its North American beginnings, when local BLD members were few in numbers, the mother Community in Manila provided encouragement and help in conducting the very first MEs and LSSs. In the years that followed, the local community expanded in size and broadened its activities to include a variety of encounter programs - Youth Encounters, Singles Encounters, Solo Parents Encounters, Youth LSS and Family Encounters. While these are popular programs, some find that their journey to community begins with simple attendance at regular prayer meetings, monthly Healing Masses or special events planned to strengthen and deepen the spiritual life of our Community. Today, the community offers its members a greatly expanded, continuing and rich program of teachings designed to enrich their lives as Catholic couples and singles. It also offers its members the opportunity to become personally involved in serving others, following the model of Jesus Christ. BLD in the future

In 1997 a new Council of Servant Leaders was installed and in one of their recollections a renewed mission was formulated, which is more specific and quantifiable. It calls on us to act:

"As a communion of encountered families, we are called by the lord to build communities of disciples of Jesus Christ who, empowered by the Holy Spirit, will renew and strengthen our Christian faithful through programs of Christian Encounter (Marriage, Family, Solo/Single Parent, Singles and Youth Encounters, and Life in the Spirit Seminars) of Spiritual Growth, of Pastoral Care and of Poverty Alleviation." We remember the words of our first Spiritual Director Fr. Ado that guided us: “The community cannot be self-enclosed or it will die out… it will die of atrophy if, after feeding itself it doesn’t open up by sharing and caring for others.”

Praise the Lord for using all of us as His instruments of Love to His chosen people! Schedule of BLD-Jaro Activities
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Corporate Praise and Worship
Day and Time: Every Thursdays (6:30 pm)
Venue: St. Clements Church

First Thursday Mass
Day and Time: Every First Thursday of the Month (6:30 pm)
Venue: St. Clements Church

Healing Mass
Day and Time: Every Fifth Thursday of the Month (6:30 pm)
Venue: St. Clements Church

🙏 Healing MassIn the joy of the Resurrection, we come to Jesus—our Good Shepherd—who heals, restores, and leads us to fu...
27/04/2026

🙏 Healing Mass

In the joy of the Resurrection, we come to Jesus—our Good Shepherd—who heals, restores, and leads us to fullness of life. 🤍✨

📅 April 30, 2026
📍 St. Clement’s Church, La Paz, Iloilo City
👥 Everyone is invited

🌟 Theme:
We rejoice in the Risen Christ, our Shepherd, who leads us to fullness of life.

📖 Promise:
“I came so that they might have life and have it more abundantly.” — John 10:10

Come and receive His healing grace and abundant life. 🙏🕊️

💙 Rummage Sale for a Cause!Have extra items at home? Turn them into blessings for others! ✨Your donations will help supp...
22/04/2026

💙 Rummage Sale for a Cause!

Have extra items at home? Turn them into blessings for others! ✨
Your donations will help support families joining Family Encounter #17.

📅 April 26, 2026
📍 St. Clement’s Church, La Paz, Iloilo City
👥 Open to everyone

📦 We accept:
Clothes, shoes, bags, books, toys, and household items

📩 How to donate:
• Bring during Thursday CPW
• Drop off on event day
• Or message us for pick-up

📞 B**g Sornito — 0969 305 3001
📞 Jo Sornito — 0928 989 0645

Thank you for sharing your blessings and supporting our community! 🙏❤️

🎶 Corporate Praise and WorshipIn this Easter season, the Risen Lord invites us to listen to His Word and meet Him in the...
22/04/2026

🎶 Corporate Praise and Worship

In this Easter season, the Risen Lord invites us to listen to His Word and meet Him in the Eucharist, where true joy is found. 🤍✨

📅 April 23, 2026
📍 St. Clement’s Church, La Paz, Iloilo City
👥 Everyone

📖 “You will show me the path to life… joy in your presence.” — Psalm 16:11

Join us as we praise, worship, and rejoice in His living presence. 🙏

20/04/2026

The official FB Account of the Bukas Loob Sa Diyos (Open In Spirit To God) Catholic Charismatic Coven

🏆 One Court. One Cause. One Community.“Let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us.”— Hebrews 12:1Step onto ...
20/04/2026

🏆 One Court. One Cause. One Community.

“Let us run with perseverance the race marked out for us.”
— Hebrews 12:1

Step onto the court for a purpose that outlasts the final score! Join us for the FIRST BLD Fundraising Pickleball Tournament—a day of spirit, skill, and service. We compete not just for victory, but for a cause that brings us together. 💙

📅 Event Details
Date: May 17, 2026

Venue: PicklePoint Iloilo

The Goal: Play, compete, and support a great cause!

🎾 Tournament Divisions & Mechanics
🔥 Beginners Category
(Men’s, Women’s, & Mixed Doubles)

Eligibility: Reserved for brand-new players (less than 3 months of play) with minimal competitive experience.

Note: Any participant with a previous podium finish or a background as a competitive racket sports athlete will be moved to the Novice category.

🔥 Novice Category
(Men’s, Women’s, & Mixed Doubles)

Eligibility: For players with basic skills and developing consistency.

Note: To play in the Novice category, you are limited to a maximum of two podium finishes; however, any previous gold medalist is required to advance and will not be permitted to compete in this division.

(NOTE: For players who have previously participated in hybrid Beginners-Novice tournaments, the organizers reserve the right to exercise full discretion in determining their final placement in either the Beginners or Novice division.)

💰 Registration Fees
First Event: ₱700

Step-up / Additional Event: ₱400

📝 How to Register
Pay the fee via Cash or Online Transfer.

Fill out the form at the link below.

Upload Receipt: Please upload your proof of payment. (If paying in cash, simply upload any file/photo as a placeholder to submit).

🔗 Register Here: https://forms.gle/n4PSmBvazc73XVtM7

For other information and queries. Please contact:

Jaron Olivar - 09672999114
Regine Dumayas - 09505719775

⚠️ Don't Miss Out!
Gather your partner, bring your A-game, and be part of this exciting event. Limited slots only! See you on the courts! 🏆🔥

🏆

18/04/2026

Enjoy the videos and music you love, upload original content, and share it all with friends, family, and the world on YouTube.

🎶 Corporate Praise and Worship (CPW)Let us rejoice in the Risen Christ, who gathers us and shapes us into a community of...
13/04/2026

🎶 Corporate Praise and Worship (CPW)

Let us rejoice in the Risen Christ, who gathers us and shapes us into a community of faith and mercy. Alleluia! ✨🤍

📅 April 16, 2026
📍 St. Clement’s Church, La Paz, Iloilo City
👥 Everyone is invited

🌟 Theme:
We rejoice in the Risen Christ who shapes us into a community of faith and mercy.

📖 Promise:
“Let those who fear the Lord say, His mercy endures forever.” — Psalm 118:4

Come and celebrate His victory and mercy with us! 🙌🎶

12/04/2026

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07/04/2026

Word Sharing Circle (WSC) Reflection Guide
April 5, 2026 (Cycle A, Year II) – The Resurrection of the Lord

Community Word: We rejoice in the Risen Christ, our Living Hope, who leads us to eternal life.
Theme: We rejoice in the Risen Christ who raises us to a new life in Him.
Promise: “when Christ your life appears, then you too will appear with him in glory.” (Col 3:4)

Reflection:
Alleluia! Christ is risen! This is the heart of our Christian faith that we proclaim on Easter Sunday. The Resurrection of the Lord is the fulfillment of God’s saving plan and the foundation of our hope. The empty tomb reveals that sin, suffering, and death do not have the final word. Indeed, Christ’s victory is the triumph of life over death, light over darkness, and hope over despair. Through His Resurrection, Jesus opens for us the path to a new life in Him.

Our theme for Easter reminds us that we rejoice in the Risen Christ who raises us to a new life in Him. While Easter is a celebration, this rejoicing is essentially a call to live transformed lives. The Resurrection invites us to move from fear to faith, from discouragement to hope, and from sin to renewed holiness. When we believe that Christ is truly alive, we begin to see our lives in the light of His victory. No situation is beyond God’s power to renew, and no heart is beyond His mercy.

In the Gospel, Mary Magdalene discovers the empty tomb, and the disciples run to see for themselves. What they encounter is not only the absence of Jesus’ body but the beginning of a new reality. The Resurrection marks the start of a transformed life for all who believe. St. Paul reminds us in the second reading to “seek what is above,” for we have been raised with Christ. This means that our priorities, decisions, and relationships must reflect the new life we have received.

To be raised with Christ is to leave behind our old ways. The Risen Lord calls us to turn away from self-centeredness, fear, resentment, and sin. He invites us to embrace a life renewed by grace, guided by His love, and strengthened by His presence. This transformation is seen in our daily choices, choosing to forgive, to be compassionate, to be generous and to hope. These simple yet concrete decisions reflect the life of the Risen Christ within us.

Easter calls us to become witnesses of the Resurrection. As Easter people, our lives should proclaim that Christ is alive. When we live with joy, perseverance, and trust in God, we become signs of hope to others. Many people around us carry burdens of fear, uncertainty, and discouragement. Through our faith, encouragement, and service, we share the light of the Risen Christ and help others experience new life.

The Resurrection also invites us to surrender our lives more fully to the Lord. Offering our new life to Christ means allowing Him to shape our plans, guide our decisions, and transform our hearts. This surrender is not a loss but a path to fullness of life. When we entrust everything to Him, we walk in freedom and confidence, knowing that He leads us toward eternal glory.

St. Paul assures us of this hope: “When Christ your life appears, then you too will appear with him in glory,” (Col 3:4). Our present transformation is a foretaste of the fullness of salvation. As we live in the new life of the Resurrection, we journey toward eternal union with the Lord. Rejoicing in the Risen Christ, we are called to live as people renewed, hopeful, and faithful, witnessing that Jesus is truly alive and leading us to eternal life.
Prayer:
Risen Lord Jesus, we rejoice in Your victory over sin and death. Thank You for the new life You offer us through Your Resurrection. Help us to leave behind our fears, sins, and discouragement, and to live as people renewed by Your grace. Fill our hearts with hope and teach us to be witnesses of Your love and mercy. Transform our lives so that we may walk in faith today and share in Your glory forever. Amen.

Reflection Guide Questions:
1. What “old ways” is the Risen Christ inviting me to leave behind so that I may fully live the new life He offers?
2. How can I become a witness of the Resurrection by bringing hope, joy, and encouragement to others in my daily life?

This Week’s Daily Mass Reading Guide:
April 06, 2026 (Sun) – Acts 10:34, 37-43/ Ps 118:1-2, 16, 17, 22, 23/ Col 3:1-4/ Jn 20:1-9
April 07, 2026 (Mon) – Acts 2:14, 22-33/ Ps16:1, 2, 5, 7-11/ Mt 28:8-15
April 08, 2026 (Tues) – Acts 2:36-41/ Ps 33:4, 5, 18-20, 22/ Jn 20:11-18
April 09, 2026 (Wed) – Acts 3:1-10/ Ps 105:1-4, 7-9/ Lk 24:13-35
April 10, 2026 (Thurs) – Acts 3:11-26/ Ps 8:2, 5-9/ Lk 24:35-48
April 11, 2026 (Fri) – Acts 4:1-12/ Ps 118:1, 2, 4, 22-27/ Jn21:1-14
April 12, 2026 (Sat) – Acts 4:13-21/ Ps 118:1, 14-21/ Mk 16:9-15

“Ignorance of the Bible is ignorance of Christ. Read your Bible daily!”

The official FB Account of the Bukas Loob Sa Diyos (Open In Spirit To God) Catholic Charismatic Coven

🔥 YE Weekend 2026 🔥👀 Looking for something meaningful this summer?Join our Youth Encounter Weekend and discover more abo...
27/03/2026

🔥 YE Weekend 2026 🔥

👀 Looking for something meaningful this summer?

Join our Youth Encounter Weekend and discover more about yourself, your faith, and God’s love for you! 🙏💫

3 days.
1 life-changing encounter.
Endless grace. ✨

📅 April 17–19, 2026
📍 St. Clement’s Retreat House, La Paz, Iloilo City
👥 Youth ages 13–19

📝 Download & register:
https://drive.google.com/file/d/1syjyy9Y6PEzORpv-r8DrfULxG0DseQWX/view?usp=sharing

📩 Submit via:
• Thursday CPW (6–8 PM)
• Contact: Timothy (0998 968 5317) / Richelle (0917 155 2000)
• Event day submission

✨ New friends. New experiences. A deeper faith journey.
This could be the weekend that changes everything. 🔥

✨ Rummage Sale for a Cause! ✨Come and find great items while supporting our community activities!📅 Easter Sunday. April ...
27/03/2026

✨ Rummage Sale for a Cause! ✨

Come and find great items while supporting our community activities!
📅 Easter Sunday. April 5, 2026
📍 Luna St., St. Clement's Church, La Paz, Iloilo City
👥 Everyone is welcome

💛 We gladly accept donations:
• Clothes & shoes
• Books & school supplies
• Toys
• Household items
• Bags

📦 Drop-off locations:
• BLD Office
• During CPW at St. Clement's Church
• Message us for pick-up arrangements

📞 Contact Person:
Timothy Vilches: 0998-968-5317
Richelle Vilches: 0917-155-2000

Every item you donate helps make this rummage sale possible and supports our community activities. Big or small, your generosity matters! 🤍

Address

St. Clements Church/Street Clements Retreat House
Iloilo City
5000

Telephone

+639988659878

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