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Cagayan de Oro City: With a spirit of family, former children of Calabrian Children’s Foundation (CCF) were reunited this afternoon, 15 September 2024, at CCF-Home for Boys, Brgy. Bayabas, Cagayan de Oro City. They gathered in order to re-ignite the Calabrian spirit that they received in CCF and also to organize them by selecting their new set of officers. Rev. Fr. Miller John Masillones, PSDP, the current executive director of CCF, led this meeting.
As they saw each other again, they felt nostalgia for the moments and experiences they shared together while being in CCF. It was as if the old days came to life again. They cannot just keep within themselves the joy and happiness that they felt for meeting each other again after quite some time, for years among others.
Most of these former children are now pursuing their college education while others have already finished their studies and are preparing themselves for their licensure exams.
With the limited time that they shared, they hope to see each other again. They believe that having a gathering like this will not only be a homecoming for them, but a valued opportunity to express their gratitude and appreciation to all those who at some point became companions in their life’s journey.
Cagayan de Oro City: On this day, the residents of Calabrian Children’s Foundation-Home for Girls in Brgy. Kauswagan have their group counselling session with a registered psychometrician.
In this session, she organized an activity where the children can openly express their feelings, insights, and experiences. This activity will hopefully boost their self-esteem and enable them to cope with their interior struggles. This will also usher the children towards getting to know each other and accept each other despite their individual differences.
Cagayan de Oro City: Every month the staff of Calabrian Children’s Foundation (CCF) gathers together for their staff meeting. Held at CCF-Home for Girls in Brgy, Kauswagan, Cagayan de Oro City, Fr. Miller John Masillones, PSDP, CCF executive director, facilitated the said meeting. In this meeting, Fr. Miller gave some reminder about their tasks and responsibilities as staff members of CCF.
This meeting is also part of the preparation for the upcoming feast of St. John Calabria, the founder of the Poor Servants of Divine Providence Congregation (also known as “Calabrians”), on October 8, 2024.
They ended their meeting with a sumptuous lunch.
Cagayan de Oro City: Today, 28 August 2024, the Archdiocese of Cagayan de Oro celebrates the feast day of its patron saint, St. Augustine of Hippo. In communion with the local church, the community of Calabrian Children’s Foundation, Inc., gathered today at CCF-Home for Girls in Brgy. Kauswagan, Cagayan de Oro City for a eucharistic celebration. Rev. Fr. Mark Jonnel H. Magos, PSDP presided over the mass. In his homily, he highlighted three important virtues from St. Augustine: (1) humility, (2) prayer, (3) moving on.
Before the mass started, they witnessed first the fluvial procession of the images of St. Augustine and her mother, St. Monica. It was indeed a prayerful sight to see which reminds the community of CCF about the life of holiness of St. Augustine.
After the mass, a short program was held which included catechesis, trivia, and parlor games.
Cagayan de Oro City: The staff of Calabrian Children’s Foundation (CCF) was gathered today, 26 August 2024, in the Religious House of the Calabrian Priests and Brothers in Brgy. Bayabas, Cagayan de Oro City for their monthly case conference. This meeting is very significant for it deals on some issues concerning CCF children. It is also an occasion for the service providers to share some experiences and insights on how to effectively handle and manage the cases of each child. Furthermore, it allows them to show appreciation and support for one another for the tireless effort that they exerted for the growth and well-being of CCF children.
Cagayan de Oro City: Despite scattered rains, the Calabrian Family in Cagayan de Oro City was gathered at Calabrian Children’s Foundation-Home for Girls, Brgy. Kauswagan, CDO for a birthday celebration for the celebrants in the month of August. The birthday program started with a eucharistic celebration presided over by Fr. Mark Jonnel Magos, PSDP and concelebrated by Fr. Miller John Masillones, PSDP. After the mass, the program continued with some presentations and giving of messages. Then, a sumptuous dinner followed.
The said program was participated by the staff and children of Calabrian Children’s Foundation, ex-CCF children, benefactors, friends, priests, brothers and sisters of the Poor Servants of Divine Providence Congregation (Calabrians).
Cagayan de Oro City: After quite some time, the management council of Calabrian Children’s Foundation (CCF) Inc., was convened this afternoon for a meeting at CCF-Home for Girls in Brgy. Kauswagan. Fr. Miller John Masillones, PSDP, the executive director of CCF, spearheaded this meeting.
Among the important matters discussed was the renewal of accreditation of CCF. It is to be noted that although CCF is a non-government organization, it has to comply with the requirements of Department Social Welfare and Development (DSWD) as a regulating body which ensures the legitimacy and quality delivery of CCF programs and services as well as protects the beneficiaries of CCF.
Although the renewal is still scheduled next year, CCF is already starting its preparations to avoid the hustle and jeopardy of its accreditation.
Those who took part in this meeting were Fr. Miller John Masillones, PSDP, Ms. Yolanda Templa, RSW, Ms. Santalia Sangcopan, RSW, Atty. Khristiana Kay Calingin, Ms. Shiela de la Torre, LPT, Ms. Celeste Cajote, and Br. Edison Visaya, PSDP.
Cagayan de Oro City: The staff of Calabrian Children’s Foundation (CCF) had their formation and outing today, 31 July 2024, at Don Arc White Beach Resort, Tubigan, Municipality of Initao, Misamis Oriental. Fr. Miller John Masillones, PSDP, their executive director, gave some reminders and inputs that would help them become efficient service providers to CCF children.
In addition, this moment of relaxation is for them a rejuvenating experience to strengthen their bond and camaraderie as collaborators of the same institution that is geared towards providing a nurtured and conducive environment for the abandoned, neglected, and poor children.
Cagayan de Oro City: One of the programs of Calabrian Children’s Foundation (CCF) is to visit the family of its clients. This program is made to establish connection between CCF and the family, and to enhance mutual care and support for the welfare and development of the children.
Last July 25, 2024, staff members and collaborators of CCF went to a remote barangay in the Municipality of Villanueva, Misamis Oriental to visit the family of a CCF kid. It can be recalled that last time they paid a visit to the said family; the mother of a CCF kid was bed-ridden and can hardly move. She too was diagnosed with cancer. But, thanks be to God, in this recent visit, her condition improved a lot. She can now walk and she can even manage to clean her house, do laundry, and cook her food.
In this visit, a heartwarming encounter took place when this CCF kid handed on his academic medals to his mother. In response, his mother embraced him so tightly and expressed her genuine love to her child.
Before going back to CCF, staff members and collaborators gave her some goods. Fr. Mark Jonnel Magos, PSDP, a Calabrian priest who came with them, gave her the sacrament of the anointing of the sick and prayed over for her fast recovery.
HAPPY BIRTHDAY!! Today, the CCF joyfully celebrates the gift of life bestowed upon its members and friends for the month of January, extending the celebration to encompass December of the previous year. This signifies the first birthday celebration of the year, shared in the company of children, friends, and family.
Additionally, today we extend our blessings to the boys as we inaugurate their new library. May this space be a source of knowledge, inspiration, and countless adventures for all who enter its doors. Here’s to fostering a love for learning and exploration in the hearts of our young readers.
We express our heartfelt gratitude to all who have joined us for this special occasion. Thank you for being a part of this joyous celebration of life.
