Songwriting competition honoring Fr. Eduardo Hontiveros SJ launched

BY MANILA BULLETIN ENTERTAINMENT

Jan 29, 2025 03:51 PM

  

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AT A GLANCE

• The Jesuit Music Ministry is the music division of Jesuit Communications (JesCom), producer of the celebrated movie “Gomburza” and the media arm of the Philippine province of the Society of Jesus.

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Fr. Eduardo Hontiveros SJ

In its continuing mission to preserve and renew the vibrant tradition of Filipino liturgical music, the Jesuit Music Ministry (JMM) announced Purihi't Pasalamatan: The Fr. Eduardo Hontiveros, SJ Liturgical Music Songwriting Competition. 

The Jesuit Music Ministry is the music division of Jesuit Communications (JesCom), producer of the celebrated movie “Gomburza” and the media arm of the Philippine province of the Society of Jesus.

The landmark competition pays tribute to the trailblazing work of Fr. Eduardo Hontiveros, SJ, fondly known as the “Father of Filipino Liturgical Music.” Purihi't Pasalamatan aims to inspire a new generation of composers to create original liturgical music in the vernacular, ensuring that sacred music remains a meaningful bridge between Filipino faith and culture. Winners will receive cash prizes: Php 100,000 for the first prize, Php 50,000 for the second prize and Php 30,000 for the third prize. All the finalists will receive Php 10,000 each. The contest is open to all Filipino composers. Details of the contest mechanics can be found at https://jescom.ph/purihit-pasalamatan/ 

Building on the momentum of the successful Honti@100 year-long celebration and the grand tribute concert, Luwalhati Sa Diyos, JMM is committed to continuing Fr. Honti’s pioneering work. The competition’s objectives are rooted in his belief that liturgical music is a powerful tool for evangelization.

“We envision Purihi't Pasalamatan as a platform for fostering creativity and collaboration while preserving the essence of Filipino worship,” shared Lester Mendiola, JMM Director. “This is our way of encouraging composers and musicians to contribute to the rich tapestry of Filipino liturgical music while bringing fresh perspectives to sacred worship.”

The competition underscores the importance of music in Filipino Catholic faith life, where choirs and music ministries play a vital role in parish communities. By encouraging the creation of new compositions, Purihi't Pasalamatan supports the ongoing renewal of liturgical worship while preserving cultural and artistic traditions. 

“With this competition, we would like to encourage composers to create original liturgical songs in the vernacular, promote Filipino sacred music as a significant part of worship and cultural heritage, and foster collaboration among composers, musicians, and choirs to enrich the liturgical music community,” said Mr. Mendiola.

The competition was unveiled via a media launch on Jan. 28, 2025. The deadline of the submission of entries is on April 19, 2025. Finalists will be announced on June 20, 2025.

The competition will be held biennially, inviting Filipino composers, choirs, and music enthusiasts to participate.

Hence, the Jesuit Music Ministry invites composers, musicians, and choirs nationwide to participate in this meaningful endeavor. For inquiries and updates on competition mechanics, follow JMM on social media (.facebook.com/jesuitmusicministry) or visit the official JesCom website (jescom.ph)

“Through Purihi't Pasalamatan let us unite in faith and music- celebrating the enduring power of sacred song to uplift and inspire Filipino Catholics in the years to come. All for the greater glory of God!” Mr. Mendiola concluded. 

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A Book written by Robert Greene that offers a Series of Strategies for Obtaining and Maintaining Power in various situations. Here I leave you a summary of the 48 Laws:

1. Don't Outshine the Boss: Make your Superiors feel Superior. Don't expose your Talent too much or you might Trigger their Insecurity.

2.Don't Trust friends too much, use your Enemies: Friends Betray you more easily, but if you Manage to WIN an Enemy, they will be more Loyal.

3. Hide your Intentions: Keep People Off Balance so they can't anticipate your Actions.

4. Always say Less than Necessary: Silence Breeds Power, and Talking too much Reveals your Plans.

5. Protect your Reputation at all Costs: Reputation is the Cornerstone of Power.

6. Call Attention at all Costs: Be Visible to be Relevant.

7. Make others Work for you and Attribute it: Take Advantage of the Work and Effort of others to your Advantage.

8. Make others come to you: Don't Run after Others, make them Look for you.

9. Win with Actions, Never Arguments: Prove your Point through Actions, Not Words.

10. Avoid Losers and Unhappy: The Misfortune of others is Contagious; stay away from those who Bring you Down.

11. Make People Depend on you: If others Depend on you, you're in Control.

12. Disarm with Sincerity and Selective Generosity: Emotional Disarmament will give you an Edge.

13. When you ask for Help, Appeal to the Interests of Others: Appeal to what Benefits Others, not Gratitude or Compassion.

14. Introduce yourself as a Friend, act as a Spy: Learn to Extract Valuable Information from others without them Noticing.

15. Crush your Enemy Completely: Do not let your Enemy Recover, or he will seek Revenge.

16. Use Absence to Increase Respect: The Value of something Increases with Scarcity..

17. Keep Others in Suspense: Be Unpredictable, you will Confuse Others and Gain Power.

18. Do Not Isolate yourself: Loneliness Weakens you; Engage yourself in the Web of Influence.

19. Know Who You’re Dealing With: Choose Your Opponents And Partners Wisely.

20. Don't compromise with anyone: Maintain your Independence so you don't get Caught up in other People's Affairs.

21. Pretend to be a Fool to Catch the Sly: Let others think they have an Advantage over you.

22. Use the Surrender Tactic: Sometimes giving in at the Right Time gives you the Advantage.

23. Focus your Forces: Keep your Energy Focused on what really Matters.

24. Be a Master at Simulation and Disguise: Don't reveal all your cards.

25. Recreate your own identity: Be the architect of your own destiny.

26. Keep your hands clean: Make sure the responsibility for the problems falls on others.

27. Play with people's needs to create devotion: Satisfy their deep desires to earn you their loyalty.

28. Be bold in acting: Timidity is dangerous, boldness is powerful.

29. Plan everything to the end: Having a detailed plan allows you to avoid unpleasant surprises.

30. Make your accomplishments look easy: Minimize the effort you put in to make others think you have innate talent.

31. Control Other People's Options: Guide the decisions of others by giving them limited options.

32. Play with people's fantasy: Appeal to people's emotions and dreams to gain clout.

33. Discover the weaknesses of others: Identify what drives people to manipulate their actions.

34. Be rule in your behavior: Power lies in the appearance of greatness and dignity.

35. Master the art of timing: Don't rush; everything has its right time.

36. Despise what you can’t have: Don’t obsess over things that are out of your reach.

37. Create engaging spectacles: Theatrics and spectacles capture attention.

38. Think as you wish, but behave like everyone else: Do not openly defy social norms.

39. Stir the waters to catch fish: Destabilize others to make mistakes.

40. Despise free: What is free usually comes with a hidden cost.

41. Avoid imitating great men: Forge your own path instead of following in the footsteps of others.

42. Beat the shepherd and the sheep will scatter: He demolishes leaders to weaken his followers.

43. Work on the hearts and minds of others: Conquer the spirit of people to control them.

44. Disarm and anger with mirror effect: Reflect the actions of others to destabilize them.

45. Preach the need for change, but never reform too much: Radical change can generate resistance.

46. Never look too perfect: Perfection breeds envy and haters.

47. Don't exceed your goal: When you achieve what you want, retire on time.

48. Be amorphous: Be adaptable, don't limit yourself to a rigid form.

These laws are designed to handle situations of power, but it's important to consider context and personal ethics when applying them.

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High Speed Hitters survive HD Spikers’ scare, notch crucial win

BY MANILA BULLETIN SPORTS

Jan 28, 2025 10:49 PM

  

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AT A GLANCE

• PLDT overcame early resistance from sister team Cignal in the first two sets, stumbled in the third, and nearly let their dominance slip in the fourth before hacking out a thrilling 25-20, 25-21, 20-25, 25-22 victory in the Premier Volleyball League All-Filipino Conference at the Philsports Arena on Tuesday,Jan. 28.

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PLDT overcame early resistance from sister team Cignal in the first two sets, stumbled in the third, and nearly let their dominance slip in the fourth before hacking out a thrilling 25-20, 25-21, 20-25, 25-22 victory in the Premier Volleyball League All-Filipino Conference at the Philsports Arena on Tuesday,Jan. 28.

PLDT High Speed Hitters (PVL Images)

The HD Spikers flipped the momentum in the third frame, showcasing late-game composure. Relying on their middle blockers, who combined for 17 points, they pulled away from a tight contest to deny the High Speed Hitters a straight-set win and forced the match into a fourth set.

PLDT seemed poised to close out the match with ease, storming to a dominant 17-7 lead in the fourth set. However, a tactical gamble by coach Rald Ricafort nearly shifted the tide. He fielded in Kim Dy, making her much-anticipated return after an injury sidelined her since July 2023.

While Dy’s entrance drew cheers from the crowd, her first attack was denied by Vanie Gandler, sparking a fiery rally by the HD Spikers.

Gandler led the charge with a series of powerful hits, and Ishie Lalongisip delivered back-to-back points, including a clutch ace, to bring Cignal within, 21-22.

But the High Speed Hitters responded with nerves of steel. Majoy Baron broke the HD Spikers’ momentum with a well-placed power tip to restore a two-point cushion. From there, Savi Davison took control, delivering a decisive kill after PLDT stifled two of Gandler’s attacks, and sealed the two-hour, one-minute win with another thunderous spike.

Davison, who matched her tournament average with 24 points, credited her teammates for their unwavering support. 

“I wanna give that to my teammates,” she said after being named Best Player of the Game. “They’re really good at keeping me composed, telling me to chill and keep going. I can’t be here without them, so thank you, guys.”

Davison capped off another stellar all-around performance with 12 excellent digs and 10 solid receptions, showcasing her defensive prowess to complement her offensive firepower.

The win improved PLDT’s record to 5-3, while handing Cignal its second loss in seven matches. It also marked a crucial rebound for the High Speed Hitters after their four-set defeat to the Choco Mucho Flying Titans last Thursday.

Erika Santos provided the needed backup, finishing with 15 points while Baron ended up with 10 markers and Kiesha Bedonia, Dell Palomata and Angge Alcantara combined for 17 points for the High Speed Hitters.

It was an evenly-matched contest with PLDT barely winning the spiking and blocking duels, 57-56, and 8-6, respectively. Cignal had more aces, 5-3, but gave up 27 points on unforced errors against PLDT’s 21.

Gandler, fully embracing the role of a go-to guy following the exits of two key players, finished with 22 points while Jackie Acuña and Lalongisip backed her up with 14 and 12 points, respectively, and Rose Doria-Aquino added nine markers.

Erika Santos stepped up as a reliable scorer, delivering 15 points to support PLDT's attack. Baron contributed 10 markers, while Kiesha Bedonia, Dell Palomata, and Angge Alcantara combined for 17 points, highlighting the High Speed Hitters' balanced offensive effort.

The match was tightly contested, with PLDT narrowly edging out Cignal in key departments. The High Speed Hitters won the spiking duel, 57-56, and led in blocks, 8-6. However, Cignal had the advantage in service aces, 5-3, but their 27 unforced errors proved costly compared to PLDT’s 21.

Gandler, fully embracing her role as Cignal’s primary scorer after the departure of two key players, carried the HD Spikers with 22 points. Jackie Acuña and Lalongisip provided ample support with 14 and 12 points, respectively, while Rose Doria-Aquino chipped in nine markers in a valiant effort.

Davison ignited the High Speed Hitters' offense in the opening set. Trailing at 18-19, she unleashed a barrage of kills, scoring three straight points to bring PLDT to set point, 24-20. Santos then sealed the frame with a powerful crosscourt strike, showcasing PLDT's trademark resilience.

The second set unfolded in a similar fashion, with both teams exchanging powerful hits, stunning saves, and crafty drop shots. PLDT, however, stood tall in crunch time. After a Palomata block gave them a 17-16 lead, the set saw three ties before Alcantara's clever two-handed push broke a 20-all deadlock. With Bedonia's power tip and a decisive kill flanking a Baron looping attack, the High Speed Hitters closed out with a 4-1 blitz to take a commanding two-set lead.