By Rusieljs G. Lunasco
(from left) Prof. Carol Kay Blando, Prof. Sarah Barayuga and forum speaker Mrs. Catherine Lamprea with staff from DSWD Region VI.
The Department of Social Welfare and Development- Juvenile Justice and Welfare Council Region VI (DSWD- JJWC VI) held a forum on Juvenile Justice Law on Tuesday, November 26, 2019, at the CPU Educational Media Center.
Mrs. Catherine Malagad-Lamprea, a Centralian and a Social Worker of the Juvenile Justice Welfare Council Region VI, talked about the salient points of the Republic Act 9344 (Juvenile Justice Law of 2006) as amended by Republic Act 10630.
Social Work students participate in a Q & A after the lecture with the speaker.
More than 200 BS Social work students together with their professors attended the said forum which was held in celebration of the Children’s Month with the theme “Ipatupad ang Juvenile Justice Law sa Lahat ng Batang Pilipino” and the 8th Juvenile Justice Consciousness Week.
During the forum, a signature campaign on the lowering of the minimum age of criminal responsibility was conducted.
By Cyrus A. Natividad
NorCal AA chapter members.
This week’s issue of the Centralian Link features CPUAAI Northern California Alumni Association Chapter President Edward Pormilos.
Pastor Pormilos leads one of the biggest and dynamic CPU alumni associations in the United States. CPU NORCAL AA is based in the Bay Area that covers the Golden Gate Bridge and Silicon Valley: the home of Facebook, Apple, Google and Tesla Motors.
He took over the Chapter presidency at the height of the pandemic. He believes that the critical position was set-up for him by God to fill the gap left by the outgoing President who transferred residence. Pormilos consider it “a call from God to serve CPU again through the Chapter.”
He envisioned a Christ-centered cohesive leadership that will follow the legacy of a dedicated service left by his predecessor. He added “We must pursue the mission of taking care of our members as a big family, living out the Central Spirit, supporting the beloved CPU, and ultimately giving God all the glory.”
Asked about the effect of the pandemic and how they can extend support, Pormilos said, “The pandemic may have constrained our ability to meet in person, but it has not hampered the enthusiasm of the group. To continue on with general meetings, fellowship and discussions on projects, we had to shift to online platforms. There is enough room for sufficiency – to help with the impact of pandemic. We have a new fund raising initiative, The Treasure Hunt Fundraiser which was successfully launched recently. It involves the selling and buying of unused household items. The proceeds go to the Chapter Fund.”
One of the admirable projects of NorCal AA according to Pomilos, is its annual contribution of 500 USD for 2021 to the God’s Grace Program of CPU. “The program supplements the needs of work students. The fund will go mostly to the spending for internet data of work students so that they can continue schooling online during the pandemic.”
On the other hand, Pormilos said that, “A new major project is the grant-in-aid for poor but deserving students through an individual sponsorship of P5,000 per student. The project has gathered a total sponsorship fund of P80,000 for 16 scholars/recipients during the launching year 2021-2022.”
For the question on managing the Chapter, he answered that, “The way I handled my responsibility in the Chapter, although in a voluntary capacity is almost the same as handling the multiple assignments during my work in CPU.”
Serving CPU had been an important part of Pormilos’ professional career. From 1999 to 2005, he served Central Philippine University as faculty member of the College of Commerce, Assistant to the President on Communications and was also the Retirement Plan Officer. He was the Executive Director of the successful Centennial celebrations in 2005.
Before migrating to the U.S., Pormilos left tangible legacies in the form of the Centennial Village (a milestone Pavia-based housing project for employees), and the Centennial wall of Remembrance. He was Project Coordinator of both projects. The new Retirement Plan Office was also conceptualized during his watch.
Pastor Pormilos, a Bingawanon, was Governor of the Province of Commerce in the CPU Republic during his student days. He was the Alma Mater Awardee and Most Outstanding Graduate of Batch ’93.
He graduated his B.S. in Commerce degree (cum laude) as a recipient of the College of Commerce Dean’s Leadership Award. He finished his Master of Business Education degree from the University of San Jose- Recoletos in Cebu City, while teaching in the College of Commerce of CPU.
His life journey shifted towards the ministry while living in North Carolina. He started as the associate Minister for Youth and Discipleship at JCMI USA, a non-denominational and multi-cultural congregation in North Carolina. He is currently the lead pastor of JCMI-Fremont, a church he pioneered during their family transfer to California. He is also an online futures trader, a unique work-at-home set up that gave him flexibilities to take care of the ministry, his family, and now the alumni chapter. He is currently pursuing his Master in Ministry towards a doctorate degree in Vantage Bible Seminary.
Pastor Pormilos is happily married to Katherine Plaga, a registered nurse and also a fellow Bingawanon Centralian (HS ’89). They have two boys – Edrin Paul who just graduated in High School, and Luke Ethan who will be turning 12 this August.
By Cyrus A. Natividad
Contestants preparing their ingredients for the cook-off.
The CPU College of Hospitality Management (CHM) announced the winners for this year’s Agrifair Cooking Competition. The theme for this year, “Backyard Gardening for Sustainable Food Production” provided an inspiration for the cooking teams to involve local vegetables in the competition entries. The winners were announced on November 22, 2019.
There were four competing teams from CHM whose entries were judged according to the appropriateness of the menu, preparation, and taste. The judges were given time to taste each food entry in Dessert, Main Course, and Appetizer categories.
The winners are Team 4 – Champion (Joshua Ritz Gimotea, Jesreel Bautista, Kenneth Castronuevo and Emanuel Huyaban ); Team 3 – 1st Runner Up (Lorenz Joshua Cawaling, Vince Michael Lamprea, Laurence Joseph Tabiano and Charlie Lenisen); Team 1 – 2nd Runner Up ( EC Kaye Del Castilo, Denjilla Sacapaño); Team 2 – Consolation Prize ( Marc Golez, Marlon Sabando, Maro Josue Esposo and Brian Mariquing).
The judges give comments on the dishes prepared by the contestants.
Other guests and spectators were treated to the delicious food entries of the contesting teams, after the judging. According to Dr. Armando Hisuan, Chair of the Agrifair Cooking Competition 2019, “The ‘Patikim’ (Free Taste) is a tradition done by the College of Hospitality Management – to share the blessing and success of the event.”
By Cyrus A. Natividad
Dr. Necil C. Magno just received the Diploma for her Doctor in Education degree.
It is the season of success. As we look forward to the good future of our graduates from Central Philippine University this year, let us look back on a precious example of a “dream come true.”
In making possible what other people thought was impossible, Necil Capiñanes, now Dr. Necil C. Magno, aimed high to realize her dream of attaining a Doctoral degree in Education. A very strong determination prevailed upon her, which could have otherwise discouraged her to pursue it.
Magno believes that poverty is not a hindrance to success. She remembers a time she heard one of her neighbors say “Oh, she’s enrolling in college? I bet she cannot finish her study; well, possibly it’s good for one semester only. With her father who is only a taxi driver and her mother a housewife, I bet she will not be able to graduate.”
Magno recalls “It was a great challenge to face, but I became stronger to walk on a difficult road to success.” In order to pay for her tuition and fees, she worked as a crew member at McDonalds. For her daily allowance she worked as part-time dance choreographer, and also made some income out of selling ‘yema’ and ‘polvoron’.
She added that, “I sold anything to add income to help me get through my schooling. I had to strive hard to realize my dream. God has a plan for me.” Magno shared this idea from Jennifer Hudson, “God makes better choices for us than we could have ever made for ourselves. “But from our end, Magno said, “To succeed is to believe, trust and soar high!”
Magno finished her Bachelor of Science in Secondary Education, Major in Mathematics and minor in Physical Education (2001) at Central Philippine University and her Master of Arts in Education (major in Physical Education (2012) at West Visayas State University. She finished her Doctor of Education in Physical Education degree (2021) at Filamer Christian University.
Magno is a recipient of a Scholarship from Filipino-Australian Foundation of Queensland Incorporated, Brisbane Australia. She is a member of the Iloilo Choreographers Guild and Lifetime Member of the Philippine National Folkdance and an Outstanding member of Dagyaw Theater and Dance Company (1990-1994).
She is a faculty member of Central Philippine University from 2001 up to present, Artistic Director and Choreographer of CPU- Sari- Saot Dance Troupe 2000-2019, and Choreographer of CPU PRISAA Modern Contemporary Dance. She garnered championship awards for seven (7) consecutive years from 2001-2018. She led the CPU College of Education, in garnering championship awards for five consecutive years (1994-1998). She is the university Chairperson for Modern Dance, Hip-Hop and Dance Sports.
Dr. Necil C. Magno authored several Physical Fitness, Wellness and Sports manuals. She is also a resource person to several community engagements- including a cultural exchange in Brisbane Australia in 2019. She is a Dr. Alfredo P. Catedral and Esperanza M. Catedral Awardee.
Dr. Magno was born on April 6, 1977 in Sambag, Jaro, Iloilo City to proud parents Cirilo and Nenita Capiñanes. She is happily married to a seaman, Captain Sherwin A. Magno. They have three children: Prince Nesher and Prince Sherwin, Senior High and Junior High students, respectively, and Princess Sheane a sixth-grader at CPU Elementary School.
By Rusieljs G. Lunasco
CPU Webmaster Mr. Mark Clemens Ortaliz discussed features and the different data categories for the Exposure Database Module.
CPU Occupational Safety and Health Officer Mr. Prim Vergara III and CPU Webmaster Mr. Mark Clemens Ortaliz conducted a training on Rapid Earthquake Damage Assessment System (REDAS) Exposure Database Module (EDM) National Service Training Program (NSTP) students on Saturday, November 23, 2019, at the Rose Memorial Auditorium.
CPU Occupational Safety and Health Officer Mr. Prim Vergara III helped the students familiarize with the capacity of the EDM android survey tool which is designed to be to be used for surveying buildings and risk assessment.
The training included a series of lectures on an introduction to REDAS, EDM, classification of building types in the Philippines and basic map reading. The students were able to familiarize themselves with REDAS Exposure Data Mapper (EDM) as a tool for collecting exposure data impact and risk assessment.
More than 2,000 NSTP students who attended the said training will REDAS EDM for their field survey as part of their examinations.
More than 2,000 students attended the REDAS EDM Training.
REDAS was developed by PHIVOLCS and is now being shared with local government units as a tool for emergency preparedness, contingency planning, and, more importantly, for mainstreaming disaster risk reduction into the local development planning process.
So far, 71 provinces, 21 municipalities, 30 state universities and colleges, 67 private companies, ten non-government organizations, and five government institutions had been trained on the use of the REDAS.
By Rusieljs G. Lunasco
Dr. Corazon Porras has been working for CPU since 1988.
Dr. Ma. Corazon Perucho-Porras has been the Dean of the College of Medical Laboratory Science since 2018. Her career in the academe spans 33 years.
Porras graduated her Bachelor of Science in Medical Technology degree from Central Philippine University in October 1985. She completed her Master of Arts in Teaching major in Biological Sciences in March 1999 and her Doctor of Education major in Curriculum, Instructions, and Evaluation in March 2008 from West Visayas State University.
She worked in the public health sector as medical technologist of Pototan Provincial Hospital from 1986 to 1988. She started teaching in 1988 for the Department of Medical Technology when it was still under the College of Arts and Sciences. She was Chairperson of the same department from 2000 to 2004 and from 2013-2017 before being appointed as Dean of the newly established College of Medical Laboratory Science.
Dr. Porras says even before the pandemic, the college has already been doing a lot of adjustments to meet the demands of its increasing student population. She credits the administration for its immediate response to the college’s needs. The request for a simulated laboratory has also been approved. Simulation laboratories are a critical component of a medical technology education allowing the students to become confident in dealing with high pressure situations.
In 2020, CMLS was one of the colleges in the university with a subject offering in their curriculum. Dr. Porras as well as the faculty were put in a difficult situation because of the pressing need to shift to online learning. Thankfully, they were given trainings on how to conduct online classes.
“With God’s guidance and strength almost all our concerns were addressed before online classes commenced in the summer of 2020,” Porras said.
Since the pandemic, laboratory instructors are coming to the CMLS simulated laboratory to shoot videos of their laboratory activities which include the presentation of all the glassware, apparatus, and other equipment being used in a particular procedure.
“I take time to observe virtual classes of the college faculty to see their classroom management and delivery of classes. Online meetings are also being held to discuss urgent matters,” Porras said.
Dr. Porras has an important message to all CMLS students of the new normal:
“My message to all of you, our medical laboratory science students especially to the MedTech interns, the college has identified our pressing need in the present situation in order to fulfill the gap that detached the practical component of our courses to its congruent practical component. To bring off this concern, the college had introduced a new teaching strategy which focuses on group discussions to augment the learning method of the students. Though the immediate implementation of this strategy is quite difficult, but with the collaborative efforts of our faculty in this kind of endeavor will truly give us clarity in achieving our program educational outcome. In line with this, I urge all of you medical laboratory science students to impose discipline to yourselves and attentively work diligently with commitment and dedication in realizing your dreams because you have chosen this path maybe because you wanted to be a part of the paramedical team or a frontliner someday to augment the delivery of the healthcare system in the Philippines. So, good luck to all of us as we face all the challenges ahead for this academic year 2021-2022. God will truly manifest in us His spiritual love and care as we continue to work hand in hand for the betterment of the college and Central Philippine University as a whole. God bless everyone!”
By Cyrus A. Natividad
Atty. Ausan gave insights on the automated elections and PCOS machines.
Commission on Elections Director for Region 6 Dennis L. Ausan on Monday, November 25, 2019, conducted the first academic lecture on the “Nuances of Automated Elections” at Central Philippine University.
Atty. Ausan finished his Bachelor of Arts in Political Science at Central Philippine University and his Bachelor of Laws at the University of San Agustin, Iloilo City. He held other positions previously as Regional Election Attorney, and Acting Provincial Election Supervisor. He had special assignments as Philippine Representative to the 2018 Russian Federation Presidential Election on March 2018 in Moscow, Russia, and Acting Regional Election Director- COMELEC for Regions 7, 8 and 10 among others.
The lecture was held at the College of Engineering Building Audio-Visual Room. It was attended by students from different colleges taking up Constitution and Political Science subjects. In view of electoral reforms, the participants were given the opportunity to ask questions on issues related to automated systems, postponements, and electoral protests.
Ausan practically explained what the students wanted to know about the automated elections during the two-hour lecture and interaction. The CPU Political Science Alumni Association President and Vice President Eric Otayde and Cyrus Natividad, respectively were with him as moderators.
Ausan gave insights on the automated elections using PCOS (Precinct Count Optical Scan) machines, and how the ballot results are analyzed. He said that “the automated results speak about the willingness of voters to choose their candidates.”
The student participants also asked questions about real issues and situations in local government units. One of the promising student leaders approached Ausan after his lecture to report about a vote-buying incident in their barangay.
Academic lectures on other topics and subjects will be conducted soon. The lecture was sponsored by the Review and Continuing Education and Consultancy Center, Political Science Alumni Association and the CPU Office of Communications.
by Edwin C. Laru-an
Biñas is currently a Grade 12 SHS student.
Name: Biñas, Zymone Kyle G.
Nickname: Zky
Height: 5’6”
Grade/year: Grade 12
Team: Football Men
Playing Position: Right Back
Coach: Bob Rommel J. Javellana
Hometown: Iloilo
Achievements:
2016 Borneo Football Cup Under 14s, 3rd Place
2015 Palarong Pambansa
2015 Pinas Cup
Champion ILOPRISAA 2019
Champion ILOPRISAA 2018 Champion
Champion ILOPRISAA 2017 Champion
Champion ILOPRISAA 2016 Champion
Integrated Meet 2019 3rd Runner Up
Integrated Meet 2018 1st Runner Up
Integrated Meet 2017 1st Runner Up
Champion WVPRISAA 2020 Champion
Regional Prisaa 2019 1st Runner Up
Regional Prisaa 2018 1st Runner Up
Hobbies: Playing mobile games, sleep
Favorite Player: Marcelo Vieira
Most Memorable Game: WVPRISAA 2020, Roxas City Capiz
Principle in Life: Hard work will always earn you success.
What can you say as a player of CPU Golden Lions:
As a player for the CPU Golden Lions, I am thankful and honored for the opportunity of being one of the students who play and represent this school. Through this and the help of the coaches, I am who I am today because of them.
Why did you choose CPU:
I chose CPU because it has a great opportunity for those who want to excel in their field in academics and sports. I am being molded to be a great athlete and person by CPU.
Francis Neil G. Jalando-on
Concepcion Centralians gathered to celebrate thanksgiving with the members of CPUAAI Board of Trustees.
The CPUAAI Concepcion Chapter held a Thanksgiving Celebration last November 28, 2019, at the Dante Manipula’s Private Resort, Bacjawan Sur, Concepcion, Iloilo. It was attended by more than 20 Concepcion Centralians. The members of the CPUAAI Board of Trustees headed by President Engr. Isagani J. Jalbuena graced the occasion. He was accompanied by Mr. Dan Dorillo, Mr. Rey Balogo, Rev. Francis Neil G. Jalando-on, and Alumni Liaison Officer, Mrs. Tina Marie Hortelano.
Before proceeding to the venue, the group from the CPU campus had a courtesy visit in the Municipal Hall. Centralian Vice Mayor, Engr. Milliard S. Villanueva, opened his office for refreshment and fellowship.
The Thanksgiving Celebration started with a prayer led by Mr. Delvy V. Balasbas and was followed by an Opening Remarks from their President, Mrs. Ninfa Z. Esteban, who was grateful for God’s goodness that the Concepcion Centralians were able to organize themselves into a CPUAAI Chapter.
CPUAAI Corporate Secretary and CPU Director for Communications, Rev. Francis Neil G. Jalando-on delivered the Thanksgiving Message based on the story of the 10 lepers who were cleansed by Jesus but only one came back to say thanks. He challenged the group to say thanks to God and pay forward God’s goodness to CPU and the community.
There were also messages coming from CPUAAI President, Engr. Jalbuena, who was thankful to God for sustaining him as the president of the association for so many years. He also invited everyone to attend the Festival of Lights on December 6, 2019, and the CPU Grand Alumni Homecoming on February 2020. Engr. Henry V. Alcalde, Plant Manager of Palm Concepcion Power Corporation, shared a testimony on how CPU helped shape his life, and how he is planning to help CPU in his own way. The incoming member of the CPUAAI Board of Trustees, Vice Mayor Engr. Villanueva shared his struggles as a working student at CPU, and how God raised him up from nothing.
The Thanksgiving Celebration was preceded by a meeting led by their President, Mrs. Ninfa Z. Esteban. The Master of the Ceremony was Glory Belle E. Arib, Information Officer of the Municipality of Concepcion.
By Cyrus a.Natividad
Ruena Ferando is currently based in HongKong.
Ruena Botero Ferando is an Overseas Filipino Worker in Hong Kong. She is a Centralian whose dream is for her daughter to finish her college education. Her desire is for her daughter Jirah to benefit much from the value of education she will gain while studying in CPU.
Ferando shared with her daughter her experiences as one of the work students who pursued their dreams. She was assigned to the janitorial department. She said, “I was very happy for the opportunity to work in CPU from 1988, until I graduated in 1992.”
Ferando made an admirable act after her graduation. She looked after her fellow work students who were then undergrads. “I was sent a notice from the University’s Finance department, informing me that I still have to receive Three Thousand Pesos from my unspent Work Student allowance, a big amount at the time”, she said.
“I called to tell the Finance Officer that I am donating my money back to the Work Students’ Fund”, Ferando recalls. “I had some tears of joy in my eyes as I put down the phone. I am very grateful for the education I received from CPU. We were poor but the University gave me a chance to graduate.” She added, “For my family and relatives it was considered a big deal to graduate from CPU at that time.” Ferando has proven herself that patience and dedication is really important.
After her graduation, Ferando went abroad to work for a private establishment in Qatar in 1992. She had with her the strength and values of a Centralian. “I received excellent training from CPU. I had developed faith and determination, and I also learned how to make the most of every opportunity that God gave me.”
Ferando now shares the 3 essential needs in order to succeed at work – for the work students in particular. She said, “First, you need to have faith in God. Second, you need to be diligent at work, and third, you should not give up. You must think of adversities as learning experiences.”
She added, “I actually set my mind to achieve and succeed.” Ferando recalled that the desire of every work student during that time was almost always to get a high grade in their subjects. The requirement was strictly not to go down below 2.0. “You just have to make it if you don’t want to receive a warning.”
She carried her values as a Centralian and as a work student at work up to this time. After 9 years in Qatar, Ferando was hired in Hong-Kong as Chief of Food and Beverage Planning for Banquets in an International Shipping Company. She is now 18 years for the same company in Hong Kong. “I am enriching my work experience as the company continues to expand worldwide. Before, my work was quite difficult; I had to be very careful and responsible with each task. Now, it is smooth since I have mastered my job,” she said.
“Prayer helps me a lot. I always treasure the verse in Psalms 27:21 which says, “The Lord is my light and my salvation, I will fear no one.” “The Lord protects me from all dangers, I will never be afraid.”
Ferando is a graduate of Bachelor of Arts Major in Political Science from Central Philippine University in 1992. She finished her secondary education from Banate National High School in 1987 and elementary education from Libertad Elementary School in Banate, Iloilo in 1983.
She is the daughter of Mr. Rosendo F. Ferando and Mrs. Glena B. Ferando.
By Cyrus A. Natividad
CPU President Dr. Teodoro C. Robles delivers a message of thanksgiving to the faculty and staff during the fellowship dinner.
Central Philippine University President Dr. Teodoro C. Robles held a Thanksgiving Dinner for the faculty, staff, alumni, and friends at the Alumni Promenade and Concert Park on Thursday, November 28, 2019.
A short program with songs and prayers was prepared by Pastors from the College of Theology with the direction of Prof. Crista S. Huyong, Cultural Affairs Office Director.
The University President took time to explain the reasons why he was on leave for four months in the U.S. “Our first plan was to visit the family, and then consult our physician, but it was discovered that there are a few things to be done to avoid future heart attacks”, Dr. Robles explained. “First is that my aortic valve needed to be replaced, and then it was discovered that there are two coronary arteries that were blocked, 80 to 90 percent. In the process, it was also discovered that I have 3 major congenital heart defects.” Because of this, Dr. Robles had an open heart surgery to fix the blockage. Later, he was equipped with a pacemaker because of an irregular heart rhythm. He joyfully added that his surgeon said that his heart is as good as new.
The hymn Let There Be Peace On Earth was sung before the end of the program.
Dr. Robles also thanked everyone for their continued support for the betterment of the university. Rev. Cris Amorsolo V. Sian, University Church Senior Pastor, gave a Thanksgiving Message, evoking the kindness and blessings of God. Rev. Ruth G. Lunasco, University Church Christian Education Director, led the prayer for the food.
Everyone was later given a molded flower candle to light. The hymn, “Let There Be Peace on Earth” was sung while the candle lighting was going on. Rev. Sian ended the thanksgiving service with a prayer and benediction.
By Cyrus A. Natividad
Pastor Jec with wife Herme and children.
Pastor Jec Dan Borlado, the new President of the Rotary Club of Jaro Centraline (RCJC), a special alumni chapter of CPUAAI, will focus on the essence of change during his stint as president. Although it’s a wide-ranging topic, it is mostly focused on peacebuilding and conflict prevention and resolution. “This is a Peace-Fellow’s program that clubs around the world are participating, at a time of great depression because of the pandemic”, the club President said. The Rotary International year (R.I. 2021-2022) theme is “Serve to change lives.”
As a minister for youth who has been representing the Convention of Philippine Baptist Churches in many countries around the world, Borlado is well engaged in mentoring trainers on conflict resolution particularly in Asian peace builders in areas of Conflict Analysis, Conflict Resolution, Experiential Education and many others related to Conflict Transformation. The Rotary Club of Jaro Centraline recognizes the need for a Club President who has worked extensively with socio-civic organizations and programs.
In an online interview by The Centralian Link, RCJC President Borlado expressed his sense of fulfillment in being able to use his position in the Rotary Club for the greater good. He said that “I acknowledge my father-in-law, the late Rotarian and Scout Master Hernando P. Agriam in this pursuit of the 4-way Test with the vision of Rotary.” He added that “Rotary gives an opportunity to practice charity, humbly extending help to others.”
Asked for the reason why he joined the Rotary Club, Borlado said, “I joined Rotary primarily because of my participation in peace and nation-building.”
In 2012, Borlado joined the Training for Conflict Transformation Trainers (TCTT) in Chiang Mai, Thailand with teacher Daniel Buttry, a Baptist Missionary for the International Ministries, American Baptist Churches, U.S.A. “I was encouraged by Buttry to pursue further studies and training with Rotary International”, Borlado said.
Among the programs or projects that Borlado supposedly said would be relevant and helpful in today’s crisis situation are those that present economic solutions to daily hunger realities for the poor and upholding vaccine access equity. “We can offer mental wellness support (e.g. prayer) for medical and community frontliners – these are very relevant to life experiences and situations during the pandemic”, he said.
He challenged Rotarians by saying, “This is a chance to build a better world. We should not miss this opportunity to help establish healthy and wholesome communities on earth”. Borlado personally accepts that his being a Rotarian is “an expression of faith in Christ Jesus and the daily cost of being a follower of Christ.” Furthermore he said, “With Rotary, we shall be ready to serve and change lives, to be true and faithful to our vision as an international organization. It is my dream to have Rotary support our personal mission plans for humanity.”
Borlado will collaborate with Central Philippine University and CPU Alumni Associations worldwide to partner with the Rotary Club of Jaro Centraline for the 7 areas of focus namely: Peace and conflict prevention/resolution, Disease Prevention and Treatment, Maternal and Child Health, Water and Sanitation, Basic Education and Literacy, Economic and Community Development, and Supporting the Environment.
Pastor Jec Dan Borlado studied elementary to graduate school from Central Philippine University (Elementary 1997, High School 2001, Med Tech 2005, Master of Divinity 2013). He recently a course from the Institute of Human Rights of the Academies of Christian Conference of Asia (2021). He also received training in Peace Building and Conflict Transformation in 2012.
Borlado is a Pastor’s Kid. His parents Rev. Danilo A. Borlado (current member of CPU Corporation) and Pastor Mary Lou S.Borlado are both Centralians and alumni of the CPU College of Theology. They were serving at the Jaro Evangelical Church (JEC) during the time he was born in 1984. His parents are CPBC missionaries currently based in Hong Kong with the New Beginnings Christian Fellowship.
He is happily married to Herme Agriam, a professor at Central Philippine University College of Nursing. They have two children – Matteo Chaim who is 6 years old and Annika Estelle who will be turning 3 at the end of August. Jec and Herme are avid mountain bikers.
He is a singer, songwriter, and musician (a member of the CPU Handbell Ringers). He was sent previously as Youth Commissioner to the World Council of Churches, and has represented the Convention of Philippine Baptist Churches to many countries around the world, attending ecumenical and Baptist conferences and meetings.
He served as Minister for Youth at La Carlota Evangelical Church, La Carlota City, Negros Occidental for 4 years (2013-2017).
He currently serves as Program Director of the CPBC – Pastoral Placement, Theological Education.