If I were to be interviewed for the Ateneo College Ministry Group (ACMG), which is, well, still far off in 2009 or 2010, this is what I would say... perhaps (assuming that there would be an interview for one).
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Hi there. My name is Jem Rosario. I'm a (insert year level here) AB Comm student applying for your organization.
'Trying out' was, well, pretty much simple and not that simple. Simple, in the sense that the answer to my questions was just right in front of me. Not that simple, because it took a lot of courage and thinking to arrive here. The decision for ACMG, then, was brought about by my need to sustain my spirituality which seems to be declining. If you would allow me to narrate, I had the prime chance to be a Student Religion Coordinator in my second and fourth years in High School. This job was, surprisingly, a recognized class officer post in my High School; and since it's High School, you have all that spiritual formation programs, retreats, and "holy sessions" which are essentially required. It's not that I regret it, in fact I miss it. It's just that getting here in college gives you this sense of missing the good old days when you would walk out of the chapel from the noontime mass and enjoy an extended lunch break.
So to recap, my spiritual formation was very steady during my formative years. It's just that when I came to the University, things started to prove awry because of my time and acads constraints. True, I've been a part of the school paper and I'd admit that it's pretty taxing. It's still a different chunk from my academics. So you see, juggling academics and org work wasn't really a nice thing to me. Before, I still get the chance to drop by the chapel. Now, I don't.
My problem right now, then, is trying to balance my life while keeping a stable connection with the Guy upstairs. I admit to being a seasonal spiritual, and I'm guilty of that. But at least I'm not someone who totally lives a life of PURE pleasure and neglects the mighty Sustainer. My wish then, is to bridge this gap so that I could be spiritual and still be the quintessential Ateneo student we all want to be - MAGIS! (laughs)
So in a sense, I'm betting on ACMG to save my soul. Haha. But that's because I have seen how different life is when you're all consumedby busyness that you don't have time to smell the flowers. Or at least be quiet with yourself. It bothers me sometimes when I'm in the chapel and the silence I make is communicating me something. Something weird. Something akin to solace and a looming 'why?' I don't know where it's coming from, but I just feel it. Not that I cry, but I just sense this weird feeling.
I guess ultimately the decision lies with me if I want my spiritual life to fly or crash. But I'm at least hoping that being with you guys - hopefully - will help me build more friends while being connected 24-ever to the Guy upstairs. I can go on and on but that's the gist of my application. Hehe.
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What are you most interested in?
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Actually what I'm most interested in presently is your choir. I've been, well, "conducting" a set of voices summers ago - that's for Alay Ni Ignacio (ANI) - for masses and I think we're doing pretty well. Nothing compares, however, to a full-blown production of voices... if you know what I mean. Hehe.
To be very honest, I won't give you the reason 'I want to join the choir because I want to sing for God' because I think it's questionable and contentious... for first timers, at least. Or maybe it's just my skepticism running the better side of me. Maybe for me, that saying applies when you are already in the choir stand either playing the keyboard or singing for real. Sometimes, it's best to keep this to yourself because it is in silence that the best things get communicated for real. Why are silent retreats a scary but worth it treat in the first place, diba? I don't know, and I still have a lot to know or disprove. But I hope that everything I do will be for my greater growth and maturity.
Well, I do sing dati... pero voices change come maturity time, so yeah, may distinction na yata ang ibang kanta - kailangan within the voice range. Haha.
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How can we be assured of your commitment?
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Okay, that's a tricky thing. I understand that ACMG is an org and like any college org, it requires time and commitment. I presently have problems coming home late because of traffic conditions. I mean, as much as possible, I try to avoid late arrivals because it wears me out. And I have schoolwork to do. So yeah. But that doesn't necessarily mean that I wouldn't be around. I will be around because that's what's asked of me. I think it's just a matter of time management and right scheduling.
(oh dear... wishful thinking really...)
DISCLAIMER: Not very permanent. Views may change without prior notice.
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Bio-Data
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Hi there. My name is Jem Rosario. I'm a (insert year level here) AB Comm student applying for your organization.
'Trying out' was, well, pretty much simple and not that simple. Simple, in the sense that the answer to my questions was just right in front of me. Not that simple, because it took a lot of courage and thinking to arrive here. The decision for ACMG, then, was brought about by my need to sustain my spirituality which seems to be declining. If you would allow me to narrate, I had the prime chance to be a Student Religion Coordinator in my second and fourth years in High School. This job was, surprisingly, a recognized class officer post in my High School; and since it's High School, you have all that spiritual formation programs, retreats, and "holy sessions" which are essentially required. It's not that I regret it, in fact I miss it. It's just that getting here in college gives you this sense of missing the good old days when you would walk out of the chapel from the noontime mass and enjoy an extended lunch break.
So to recap, my spiritual formation was very steady during my formative years. It's just that when I came to the University, things started to prove awry because of my time and acads constraints. True, I've been a part of the school paper and I'd admit that it's pretty taxing. It's still a different chunk from my academics. So you see, juggling academics and org work wasn't really a nice thing to me. Before, I still get the chance to drop by the chapel. Now, I don't.
My problem right now, then, is trying to balance my life while keeping a stable connection with the Guy upstairs. I admit to being a seasonal spiritual, and I'm guilty of that. But at least I'm not someone who totally lives a life of PURE pleasure and neglects the mighty Sustainer. My wish then, is to bridge this gap so that I could be spiritual and still be the quintessential Ateneo student we all want to be - MAGIS! (laughs)
So in a sense, I'm betting on ACMG to save my soul. Haha. But that's because I have seen how different life is when you're all consumedby busyness that you don't have time to smell the flowers. Or at least be quiet with yourself. It bothers me sometimes when I'm in the chapel and the silence I make is communicating me something. Something weird. Something akin to solace and a looming 'why?' I don't know where it's coming from, but I just feel it. Not that I cry, but I just sense this weird feeling.
I guess ultimately the decision lies with me if I want my spiritual life to fly or crash. But I'm at least hoping that being with you guys - hopefully - will help me build more friends while being connected 24-ever to the Guy upstairs. I can go on and on but that's the gist of my application. Hehe.
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What are you most interested in?
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Actually what I'm most interested in presently is your choir. I've been, well, "conducting" a set of voices summers ago - that's for Alay Ni Ignacio (ANI) - for masses and I think we're doing pretty well. Nothing compares, however, to a full-blown production of voices... if you know what I mean. Hehe.
To be very honest, I won't give you the reason 'I want to join the choir because I want to sing for God' because I think it's questionable and contentious... for first timers, at least. Or maybe it's just my skepticism running the better side of me. Maybe for me, that saying applies when you are already in the choir stand either playing the keyboard or singing for real. Sometimes, it's best to keep this to yourself because it is in silence that the best things get communicated for real. Why are silent retreats a scary but worth it treat in the first place, diba? I don't know, and I still have a lot to know or disprove. But I hope that everything I do will be for my greater growth and maturity.
Well, I do sing dati... pero voices change come maturity time, so yeah, may distinction na yata ang ibang kanta - kailangan within the voice range. Haha.
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How can we be assured of your commitment?
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Okay, that's a tricky thing. I understand that ACMG is an org and like any college org, it requires time and commitment. I presently have problems coming home late because of traffic conditions. I mean, as much as possible, I try to avoid late arrivals because it wears me out. And I have schoolwork to do. So yeah. But that doesn't necessarily mean that I wouldn't be around. I will be around because that's what's asked of me. I think it's just a matter of time management and right scheduling.
(oh dear... wishful thinking really...)
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