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15 JANUARY 2007
JVP Invites you to a Musical Tour of Romantic Europe
Jesuit Volunteers Philippines in cooperation with Horizon Hotel, Smart and Cebu Pacific invites all Ateneo Alumni to a unique concert entitled Parfum d'Europe on February 2, 2008 at the Francisco Santiago Hall, BDO South Tower 2, Makati Ave. cor. De la Costa St., Makati City. Join us as we explore the different regions in Europe during the turn of the century (1880-1920 Romantic Period) through songs performed by one of the most sought after Filipino sopranos today, Armela Fortuna with tenors Randy Gilongo and Ronan Ferrer. They will be joined by Paul Widner a bass-baritone from Mannheim, Germany and one of France's respected Chamber music pianists Claudine Meyer. Each region is represented by its most famous composer and most famous composition like Poulenc and Duparc representing France, Liszt for Hungary, Brahms for Germany, Rachmaninoff for Russia. Experience a cross section view on the opulent Europe during the time of Monet, Picasso, Oscar Wilde to name a few. Tickets available at ticketworld 891-9999 and at the JVP office (426-5908 or 426-6001 loc. 4880, mobile no. 0920-954-0053.

10 DECEMBER 2007
The Jesuit Volunteers Philippines Presents A Special Christmas Concert for Abandoned Children with Special Needs
The Jesuit Volunteers Philippines, with Ang Arko ng Pilipinas, in cooperation with BDO, Nestle Philippines, Energizer, Cebu Pacific, Smart, The Manila Times, DREAM Foundation and the Jesuit Communications Foundation cordially invite you and your family to a heartwarming Christmas concert on December 12, 2007 at the Francisco Santiago Hall, BDO Tower 2 (formerly PCIBank Tower 2), Makati Ave. cor De La Costa St., Makati City at 7:30 in the evening. An evening of inspiring and beautiful Christmas melodies will be performed by 25 of the country's best artists. They will serenade you and shower you with these songs: Listen to the heartwarming voice of the internationally acclaimed balladeer Jose Marie Chan performing A Perfect Christmas, the angelic and prestine voice of Hangad performing the premiere of Lullaby to Raymond, the rich and creamy voice of tenor Randy Gilongo singing O Holy Night, the melancholic voice of Oggie Benipayo singing My Grown Up Christmas List , the unique versatility of AKA (Apple Chiu, Arms Cruz and Ken Dingle) all finalists of the first Philippine Idol, the energetic Drae Ybañez, the beautiful children of Ang Arko ng Pilipinas performing a Christmas Medley with the special participation of KC Concepcion. For tickets, please call Ticketworld at 891-9999, Jesuit Volunteers Philippines at 426-5908, 426-6001 loc. 4880 or at 0920-954-0053 or MCO Foundation 878-4359.

07 NOVEMBER 2007
INTO THE WOODS! for the benefit of the JVP Volunteer Service Program
Into The Woods , Stephen Sondheim's internationally acclaimed, Tony and Grammy –award winning musical, blends the various familiar fairy tales of Cinderella, Little Red Riding Hood, Jack and the Beanstalk and Rapunzel, with an original story of a Baker and his Wife who are desperate for a child. NOVEMBER 24, 2007 Saturday MUSIC MUSEUM 8:00 PM

03 OCTOBER 2007
Pagbibigay Kusang Loob
Do you want to stroll along a beauiful beach in Palawan or enthrall your taste buds with sumptuos dishes at Portico 1771? With your P20.00, you can win: A roundtrip ticket for two to any Cebu Pacific destination withih the Philippines, a dinner for tow at the exquisite Heat at Edsa Shangri-la Hotel, a succulent dinner for two at Portico 1771 plus consolation prizes including a Sony Ericsson celular phone, a lady's wrist watch, Nike Lady's bag and a lot lot of other prizes. For tickets, please call 426-5908, 426-6001 local 4880 or text at 0919-4164731. Pagbibigay Kusang Loob is a fund-raising raffle for the benefit of the Volunteer Service Program of Jesuit Volunteer Philippines. For raffle mechanics, click here.

12 AUGUST 2007
Philippine Province Continues to Help JVP Volunteers
The Philippine Province of the Society of Jesus recently donated Php 200k to the foundation as part of its continuing support for the work of JVP. The Philippine Province is a long time supporter of the foundation and is considered a special partner of the foundation in its mission in the field. From right above, Fr. Danny Huang, S.J., Father Provincial of the Philippine province, was visited by Edlyn Kalman and Bobby Rodrigo, Executive Director and SRDO respectively of JVPFI, to personally thank him and the Philippine Province for their donation.

25 JULY 2006
JVP now accepts applications for Batch 29 volunteers

Be a full-time JESUIT VOLUNTEER!

Now on its 28 th year, JVP continues to send volunteers across the country to render effective, faith-driven volunteer service.

Basic Qualities:

• Single
• 18 to 35 years old, at the time of acceptance to the program
• College graduate or graduating, at the latest, in April 2008
• In good physical health and has no physical impediments to work as a volunteer
• Psychologically balanced and emotionally mature
• Willing to serve in any area of assignment in the Philippines
• Available for one program year (May 2008 – April 2009)

Preferred Qualities:

• Strong involvement and leadership in community, parish, school activities and issues
• Very open to learning and effective in sharing skills and training
• Proficient in spoken and written English and Filipino
• Compassionate to the poor and marginalized

How can I apply?

Download (Right-click then Save as):

1. JVP Online Application Procedure
2. JVP Online Application Kit

Deadline for submission of volunteer application: 30 November 2007

Be a Volunteer Service Program (VSP) PARTNER INSTITUTION!

JVP continues to weave stories of hope through partnership with institutions that share our mission of empowerment and nation-building.

How can our institution request full-time volunteers?

JVP considers applications from all over the country: under-resourced schools, parishes, indigenous communities and non-profit organizations and is guided by the following criteria in selecting VSP Partner Institutions:

• Urgency of the Need for the Volunteer
• Volunteer’s Scope, Nature and Impact of Work
• Support Structure for the Volunteer
• Promotion of Volunteerism

1. Write a Letter of Intent (LOI) formally requesting volunteers (refer to Institution’s Online Application Procedure)  Address your letter to:
   
   The JVP Program Officers for Volunteer Service (POVS)
   313 Bellarmine Hall
   Ateneo de Manila University
   Loyola Heights, Quezon City
   
2. Download (Right-click then Save as):
   
   1. Institution’s Online Application Procedure
   2. Institution’s Application Kit
      
3. Thoroughly complete the form
4. Send both the (a) Letter of Intent and (b) JVP Institution Application Form either through:

• Courier services or conventional mail
• Telefax: (02) 4265908

SCHEDULE

22 JULY 2007
COMELEC Guidelines for Nominations to the Board of Trustees
The 2007 General Assembly is in less than two weeks and we are in the process of gathering nominees for the elections to the Board of Trustees. Right now we have received several nominations but are still gathering their consent and profiles. We are still open to receiving nominees so if you have anyone in mind, here are some guidelines that might help.

12 JUNE 2007
Batch 28 ORSEM and Mission Mass
Last May 16 to 27, all the new Jesuit Volunteers from around the country came together at the Sacred Heart Novitiate for their Orientation Seminar. The 23 new volunteers were given skills training and spiritual guidance that will help them in their mission areas.

11 JUNE 2007
The Nellie C. Delgado Endowment Fund
Nellie C. Delgado, Chairperson of the Ala-Ala Foundation, has donated a P1Million endowment fund to Jesuit Volunteers Philippines. The Nellie C. Delgado Endowment Fund will sponsor a Jesuit Volunteer yearly.

23 FEBRUARY 2007
Internationally acclaimed Filipino soprano Nenen Espina shares her gift for the JVPFI’s “Journey to Hope” benefit concert
One of the most sought-after classically trained singing actresses today, Nenen Espina made her debut at age 17 as a soloist of the Philippine Philharmonic Orchestra at the Cultural Center of the Philippines. Since then, she has been a familiar face in the concert scene.

16 FEBRUARY 2007
Journey to Hope: A Heartwarming Musical
Journey to Hope is a special tribute-benefit concert featuring Jesuit volunteers' touching stories of hope interspersed with poignant songs from the world's best-loved musicals like Le Miserables, Phantom of the Opera, West Side Story, Once on this Island, Carousel, Jekyll and Hyde, Aspects of Love, The Sound of Music, Whistle Down the Wind, and others.

15 FEBRUARY 2007
World class diva Bituin Escalante shares her artistry in JVP's "Journey to Hope" Concert
Following her phenomenal entry into the musical entertainment circuit, Bituin Escalante’s star continues to take on greater heights and remains consistently impressive in terms of her first-rate musical artistry and signature vocal prowess.

9 FEBRUARY 2007
JVP presents Journey to Hope: A Heartwarming Musical
Enjoy a night of your favorite theater tunes while being inspired by the life stories of the Jesuit Volunteers Philippines! More than 25 years ago, three pioneering batches of young women and men from the Jesuit Volunteers of the Philippines sailed to different underprivileged areas in the country to help build a better nation. Now in 2007, we honor these unsung heroes from JVP Batches 1–3 and continue to spread the spirit of volunteerism and faith-driven service in a special musical concert entitled "Journey to Hope: A Heartwarming Musical".

8 FEBRUARY 2007
Come and join the JVP Manila Local Chapter 2nd Sunday Mass
3 PM, 11 February 2006 San Vitores Chapel, Loyola House of Studies Ateneo de Manila University. Fr. Mario Francisco, SJ, will be presiding. We hope to see you there! Ü Advanced Happy Valentine's Day to All! Ü

24 NOVEMBER 2006
Visit the JVP Booth in Ateneo's "Eagles of Hope" Bazaar

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