History of Parish Youth Committee Philippines - Pagbilao, Quezon Province Chapter

Parish Youth Committee (PYC) - Pagbilao, Quezon Chapter formerly known as Buklod Diwa ng Kabataan (1980) is a not-for-profit youth led religious and community organization under of Parish Pastoral Council(PPC) recognized by Roman Catholic Church and of course our local government here in Philippines.

We had known as most active youth organization, devotedly in helping young people to entrust a role to play in the church and in society. Most of our spiritual activities and community projects deal with the development aspects of the youth such as social with society, emotional well being, intellectual knowledge, talent, good moral character attitude, physical - build up, financial income generating and faith spiritual dimensions with a strong performing and marketing base to attract and new member encouragement. Member are serve Lifetime and NO LIMITATION.

We are established in November 21, 1685, our 1st group member of children are "Sakristan" under name of Excalibur known as "Knight of the Altar" today in 21st Century who is serving the Altar and assisting our Parish Priest Most Rev. Monsgr. Sanchez. In 1990 our youth group launch in new name Parish Youth Committee - Parish Youth Ministry but in same vision/mission at Parish of St. Catherine of Alexandria V.M., Brgy. Sta. Catalina, Pagbilao, Quezon Philippines.

Even we're under of Roman Catholic Parish Church, we not engage, advocate, support or practice discrimination based on race, religion, age, national origin, language, sex, sexual preference, or any physical handicap.

Today PYC have almost 500 memberships active and inactive volunteer youth around the province/city, divided in 4 functional, and solidified core groups.

PYC has offered, amongst many other things, support, encouragement, understanding, spiritual and personal growth and above all, friendship.

It has provided the opportunity for many to develop skills in different areas, work autonomously and as a team member, and allowed people to give something back to the community.

As an outgoing or inactive member to the group we foster support, tolerance and inspiration towards others.

The Core Group of PYC

Parish Youth Committee - Pagbilao, Quezon Chapter has been divided in 4 functional and solidified core groups that holds values and attributes such as:

· Mutual Respect and Trust · Community and Support · Encouragement and Friendship · Faith and Commitment · Humility and Safe Environment	· Charity and Love · Forgiveness and Fraternal · Selfless and Sociable · Polite and Peace
Spirituality - for spiritual activities Socio-Cultural – for cultural and talent development	Education – for learning, seminars, workshops Service – for community services

Organization Under the Umbrella

Currently PYC - Pagbilao, Quezon Chapter consists of 15 organizations under the umbrella and a group of dedicated youth who are committed to our mission statement.

· Knights of the Altar(KOA)

· Teatro Tanghalang Pagbilao(TEATRO TANGLAO)

· Youth for Christ(YFC)

· Parish Kids Committee(PKC)

· Tarcisian

· Diakonia

· MSK Youth

· Student Catholic Action of the Philippines(SCAP)

· San Lorenzo

· Single for Christ(SFC)

· Youth Choir Ensemble

· St. Catherine Youth Choir

· Legion of Mary

· Children of Saint John Bosco

· Saint Jude Thadeum Choir

Mission Statement

The St. Catherine of Alexandria V.M. Parish at Pagbilao, Quezon Province and Parish Youth Committee – Pagbilao, Quezon Chapter is committed to the reality that young people are an important and integral part of our parish community. The youth program seeks to foster the maturing of faith in the youth of our parish and the surrounding community.

We affirm the gifts of our youth and we foster opportunities for young people to share their gifts with the larger community. The spiritual and social needs of the youth are to be met with the committed leadership, guidance, and support of our parish adults. The adults and youth of our parish are therefore provided with the opportunity to grow together in Christian faith.

Through a variety of programs, events, and outreach, we seek to draw young people into responsible participation in the life, work, and mission of the parish community.

We believe this organization is to, with, by, and for young people and is a blessing for the entire community.

Toward the Future: The Foundation

In recent years, Parish Youth Committee (PYC) - Pagbilao, Quezon Chapter pioneer members have finally woken up to the fact that the not-for-profit youth led religious and community organization under of Parish Pastoral Council(PPC) recognized by Roman Catholic Church and of course our local government here in Philippines isn’t just there for the development aspects of the youth such as social, emotional, intellectual, moral, and faith dimensions but also to spread their wings into community development work and social entrepreneurship

According to polls, the number of people in Pagbilao, Quezon Province who say:

’The youth of pagbilao have so many potentials and unfathomed capabilities for the needed leaps and bounds progress of the municipality. Take for example the youth fishermen in Bantigue to where, through the mentoring of their elders, in a cooperative model, the young crabs they caught were not being sold but nursed in a common nursery-fispond they collectively constructed. In effect, they create sustainability for their livelihood. Besides being God fearing, peace loving and joyous people, the youth of Pagbilao is appreciative and willing to learn particularly on endeavors that are beneficial to the community. What they need now are mentors on community development work and social entrepreneurship.’ - Mario

That’s true even the youth in Pagbilao said:

’Parish Youth Committee - Pagbilao, Quezon Chapter are number 1 choice of youth led organization that they willing to join because they helping youth to their development aspects and even they're under of Roman Catholic Parish Church, they not engage, advocate, support or practice discrimination based on race, religion, age, national origin, language, sex, sexual preference, or any physical handicap.’

However, the creation of Foundation isn’t easy, there are many things to be done, we’re no idea when in will fulfill. But we’re hoping with the help of GOD, supporters and youth members out there -The Big Dream will come true!

We also agree to be partner with MISSION, VISION and INTENTION of Restoring the human Being and His creation the GIFTS OF NATURE such as animals, birds, fishes, insects including the plant tree, vegetables, and grains in NEW EARTH, NEW HEAVEN and NEW WATER also with searching NEW SOLAR SYSTEM PLANETARY AND GALAXY to lay the foundation of NEW PLANET. The PLAN OF GOD, OUR FATHER, OUR LORD, OUR MASTER, OUR HIGHNESS, and OUR KING.

Youth Team Job Description

The Youth Leadership Team consists of committed youth and adults who provide the vision, direction, planning, and implementation of the youth ministry program at St. Catherine of Alexandria V.M. Parish. The Leadership Team has the following critical tasks:

· Handle the planning, implementation, and evaluation of the designed program.

· Foster the involvement of young people in the life of the parish, including serving on various parish committees and being involved in parish activities.

Members of the Youth Leadership Team are responsible for:

· Attending the monthly Leadership Team meetings.

· Serving on the planning teams for particular youth ministry programs or youth ministry activities.

· Providing support for being present at youth ministry programs and activities when possible.

· Building a sense of faith community among the Leadership Team and among all the young people involved at St. Catherine of Alexandria V.M. Parish

Members of the Youth Leadership Team exhibit the following qualities:

· Leadership and  Good Ambassador

· To guide and influence the direction of the program

· Visible leadership

· Enthusiastic

· Be Prepared

· Fresh Ideas

· Inclusive and In-Charge

· A good example

· Energetic

· Self-Confident

Term: Youth Leadership Team members serve 6 years and the term is renewable through elections.

Our Leadership Officer 

Parish Youth Committee - Pagbilao, Quezon Chapter has been an important, effective and nimble resource for young people for over two and a half decades because of a winning combination: skilled and dedicated staff members, knowledgeable and committed officer members, and generous and faithful donors. Working together, we are making a difference in the lives of hundreds of young people.

Here are the following young individuals who been part of our Leadership Officer Team:

Here are the following young individuals who been part of our Leadership Officer Team:

Administrative and Management Department

Mr. Royces Mae Roces
Chairman/President/CEO 

Mr. Aldrin Merjudio
Vice Chairman/Vice President 

Ms. Mary Rose Ann Sumilang

Secretary

Ms. Mary Grace Sogabo

Finance

Production and Planning Head Department: The Core Group

Mr. Federico Decuzar
Socio-Cultural 

Mr. Christopher Ayaton
Spirituality 

Ms. Jocelyn Berana

Service

Ms. Lailanie Lusterio

Education

Members Coordinator Group

Mr. Darius Pastrana / Sister Menchie
Knights of the Altar / Group Adviser 

Ms. Medina Aiza Antoinette Merle / Ms. Analiza Pakinggan

Youth for Christ (YFC)

Mr. Benjamin Palacio
Teatro Tanghalang Pagbilao (TANLAO) 

Mr. Alberto Juria

Munting Sambayanang Kristiyano (MSK) Youth

Mr. Jerome Vidal

Parish Kids Club *Committee* (PKC)

Mr. Oliver Socias / Mr. Kevin
Tarcisian

Ms. Maridel Merle
Student Catholic Action of the Philippines (SCAP) 

Mr. Christopher Ayaton / Mr. Alvin Losloso

San Lorenzo

Mr. Carlo Magno Ayaton
Singles for Christ (SFC) 

Mr. Federico Decuzar / Mrs. Katkat

St. Catherine Youth Choir & Youth Choir Ensemble

Ms. Joeza Anne Peguerra 
Legion of Mary 

Mr. Gabriel Galang 

Saint Jude Thadeum Choir
  
Mr. Joselito Juria / Mr. Jonald De Guzman
Children of Saint John Bosco ( CSJB )

Mr. Renanbelle Jamilano / Mr. Ismael Yeso
Diakonia

Mr. Eduard Silvallana Forca Jamilano Portes

Website and Online Administrative and Management Department 

Contact Our Office

Parochial Office

Parish Youth Committee Philippines - Pagbilao Quezon Province Chapter known as Parish Youth Ministry Philippines

Diocese of Lucena

Decuria and Apostles of Saint Matthew with Saint Mark and Saint Santiago

Pornobi Street - General Lucban Street

Brgy. Sta. Catalina

Pagbilao National Road / Maharlika Highway

Pagbilao, Quezon Province 4302

Philippines

Telephone Number: +63 042 731-1279