By Rusieljs G. Lunasco
The CMLS graduates together with faculty, staff and University officials.
The College of Medical Laboratory Sciences began its 2nd Commencement Celebrations with a Baccalaureate Service for the graduating students and their families last June 30, 2019 at the University Church.
Rev. Ruth G. Lunasco, University Church Director for Christian Education led the invocation. Associate Pastor for Outreach, Rev. Roger T. Quimpo and University President Dr. Teodoro C. Robles offered a welcome to the students.
“May you always find hope in God’s faithfulness. He has sustained you and your families all throughout your schooling. And surely He will be with you as you continue in your professional journey or advanced studies and with whatever you decide to pursue,” Robles said.
CPU President Dr. Teodoro Robles welcomes the graduating students.
Dr. Robles also stressed the responsibility of helping others and giving one’s best for the glory of God. And that our true vocation and our deepest calling can only be discovered once we commit ourselves to the service of the common good.
The graduates were addressed by the Director of the CPU Office of Communications, Rev. Francis Neil Jalando-on. He talked about servanthood and the importance of working for God.
“Jesus is teaching us to have a servant attitude. He is teaching us to ask this question: What can I give to my work rather than what I can get from it? We do not live in a society with a servant heart mentality most of the time but the Bible says fulfillment comes as we give our life away,” Jalando-on said.
Director, CPU Office of Communications Rev. Francis Neil Jalando-on delivers the message at the 2nd CMLS Baccalaureate Service.
As the seniors prepare to make the transition from students to working professionals, Jalando-on reminded them to uphold the values of faith and excellence in whatever path they choose to pursue.
Imelu Leonor Raso, one of the six honor graduates gave a reflection in behalf of the CMLS Batch of 2019.
The service was followed by the Commencement Ceremony which was held at the Rose Memorial Auditorium.