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CPSP-PI Meeting in Baguio with Dr. Lawrence

DSC04511 DSC04513We had a valuable visit with Dr. Raymond Lawrence, the General Secretary of the College of Pastoral Supervision and Psychotherapy, December 11-13, 2014. We were able to have 4 case presentations, along with discussion about SITs. Further, we looked at how CPSP-Philippines can be an independent entity from CPSP, while still maintaining contextually appropriate standards and procedures, so as to maintain equivalency and reciprocity.

Further, we were able to start moving towards a Steering Committee to replace the now defunct “Coordinator” office.

A first draft of the CPSP-PI standards, relying heavily on the standards of CPSP, has been completed and has now just started its reviews and editing.

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November (2014) Updates

CPSP-PI members and friends had a great time at the Pastoral Care Symposium sponsored by Philippine Children’s Medical Center, Oct 17-19. Approximately 35 attended.

December. During the first two weeks, Dr. Raymond Lawrence will be teaching at Central Philippines University on Pastoral Supervision. The Doctor of Ministry program is a joint effort between CPSP and CPU.

December 13-15. Dr. Lawrence will be in Baguio, hosted by Bukal Life Care, and will be working with the three CPSP-PI chapters in Baguio (Baguio chapter, Benguet chapter, and Easter Road chapter).

January. Annual BOT meeting for CPSP-PI.

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Pastoral Counseling Training at Central Philippines U

A new program is being started as a partnership between Central Philippines University (CPU), CPSP, and CPSP-PI. It is a doctor of ministry program in pastoral counseling and clinical pastoral supervision. The program is modular and done with instructors from both CPU and CPSP.

For more information, please see the Brochure at the following site:  BROCHURE

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Upcoming Activities

September 18.  Baguio Chapter Meeting

September 28.  Baguio Chapter Certification Board

October 4-13.  CPSP-PI / Bukal Life Care Training Center, pastoral care training trip to Ansan City, South Korea

October 17-19.  Pastoral Care Conference, Linden Suites, Ortigas, Pasig City

 

<Note: For all Chapters, please gather your member data forms and send electronic versions to Tootsie. For individuals seeking to join a chapter or help establish a new chapter, please contact a chapter near you, or email Bob at bob2046@yahoo.com.>

 

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Governing Council Meeting

Wednesday, September 18th, 2014 was the first official meeting of the Governing Council of CPSP-Philippines. The meeting was held in Baguio and hosted by Bukal Life Care. The governing council will be assuming the lead role in guiding CPSP-Philippines. It is made up of conveners from all of the chapters and a representative from the Board of Trustees. The council meeting was made up of the following:

  • Paul, Representative from the Board of Trustees
  • Celia, Convener for Baguio Chapter
  • Ronnel, Convener for Quezon City Chapter
  • Tootsie, Representing the newest chapter (yet to be named)
  • Rebekah, Convener for the Benguet Chapter
  • Cathy, Representing Marikina Chapter

Later, Alexis was able to join, representing Easter Road Chapter. Additionally, Bob and Jehny from Benguet Chapter, and Dr. Lee from Baguio Chapter also joined as interested observers.

In the meeting agreements were made as to leadership structure and roles. Additionally, a proposal for how certifications and memberships will be managed was set.

It was a nice and productive time and special thanks to Tootise, Kathy, and Ronnel for taking the long drive up from Manila to join the meeting.

Governing Council

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Time for Transition

August 12, 2014, Joyce Gray stepped down as National Coordinator of CPSP-PI. Additionally, Dr. Cesar Espineda stepped down in his role of Oversight of CPSP-PI.

During their service, CPSP-PI grew and established several chapters in Northern Luzon and NCR.

We are presently working with CPSP to establish guidelines and individuals for coordination between the leadership in the US and the organization here in the Philippines.

We look forward to what the futures holds for them as well as CPSP-Philippines.