Ondoy and Climate Change

I have been watching and following the news lately about Typhoon Ondoy aftermath. The pictures and videos of the extent of devastation speak for itself and we got the message very clearly. Nature is fighting back and we are no match against her awesome power and fury. The typhoon is lashing our neighboring country Vietnam as I am typing this post and there were already reports of casualties.

The loss to human life and property is staggering to say the least - more than 200 people left dead and still counting plus billions of pesos of damage to school buildings, infrastructures, homes, and crops.

The typhoon that hit us was not exactly a super typhoon. I actually thought it was just one of those typhoons that regularly visit us during this time of year, but what it lacked in strength it made up in the amount of water dumped - almost a month's worth of rain poured in continuously in a span of six hours or so. There is really something abnormal here. Of course, we cannot discount the fact that our not so efficient drainage system also contributed to the flooding.

Terrible.

I feel sad to all those who fell victim to this calamity. I live in a city that is almost synonymous to the word 'flood' and yet we did not figure in the news and we are immensely grateful for that. We were spared. Across the street from where I live, the waters only reached ankle deep and quickly subsided as soon as the rain ceased, thanks in part to the flood control systems in place.

Of course, some places were not as lucky.

We have never experienced a typhoon of such magnitude in terms of devastation in living memory, and according to experts it is only a foretaste of things to come. Imagine a storm packing winds of more than 200 mph and dumping that much water continuously in a span of 24 hours. And imagine typhoons of such ferocity visiting us 20 times or more yearly.

That is how worse things can get if we do not do something now.

Now, the word 'climate change' is becoming a concrete reality for us all. It's no longer a shady theory formulated by scientists or a propaganda by some politicians to advance their interests. Climate change is definitely man-made and I think it is real. Ultimately, the climate is not to blame; it's us.

After the Ondoy aftermath, the weather specialists are keeping their eye on another storm brewing in the Pacific Ocean and is set to visit our country still reeling from the destruction anytime this week.

I hope we have learned our lessons in disaster preparedness by now.

In the meantime, I just want to share this documentary made by a scientific organization called the American Association for the Advancement of Science (AAAS) on climate change.




"Treat the earth well: it was not given to you by your parents, it was loaned to you by your children. We do not inherit the earth from our ancestors, we borrow it from our children."

Helplines for Typhoon Ondoy Victims

We have been hit again by yet another devastating typhoon (Ondoy) and many people are still trapped in their homes. Here is a list of important helplines you can call in times of crisis courtesy of Jomar Hilario's blog. You can also visit this site for the post typhoon aftermath. Please feel free to repost and pass these contact numbers around.


Philippine National Red Cross

Please send cash or check donations to the PNRC National Headquarters in Manila. Checks should be made payable to The Philippine National Red Cross. They can arrange for donation pick-up.

METROBANK Port Area BranchPeso Acct.: 151-3-041-63122-8Dollar Acct.: 151-2-151-00218-2Type of Acct. : SAVINGSSwift Code: MBTC PH MM

BANK OF THE PHIL. ISLANDS Port Area BranchPeso Acct.: 4991-0010-99Type of Account: CURRENT

BANK OF THE PHIL. ISLANDS UN BranchDollar Acct.: 8114-0030-94Type of Account: SAVINGSSwift Code: BOPI PH MM

(Note: For your donations to be properly acknowledged, please fax the bank transaction slip at nos. +63.2.527.0575 or +63.2.404.0979 with your name, address and contact number.

For Credit Cards: Please fax the following info to +632.404.09.79 and +632.527.0575: Name of card member, billing address, contact nos. (phone & mobile), credit card no., expiration date, CCV2/ CVC2 (last three digits at the back of the credit card), billing address, amount to be donated. For online donations you may also visit our website at http://www.redcross.org.ph/

Most urgent needs:
Food items: Rice, noodles, canned goods, sugar, iodized salt, cooking oil, monggo beans and potable water

Medicines: Paracetamol, antibiotics, analgesic, oral rehydration salts, multivitamins and medications to treat diarrheal diseases

Non-food items: Bath soaps, face towels, shampoo, toothbrush, toothpaste, plastic mats, blankets, mosquito nets, jerry cans, water containers, water purification tablets, plastic sheetings, and laundry soap

Red Cross Mobile Donations - Red Cross Load Donations – Right now the easiest way to make donations from the seat of your chair is via mobile phone load. The Red Cross Rescue and Relief Operations. To donate, text RED and send to 2899 (Globe) or 4483 (Smart). You can donate 1, 5, 10, 50, 100 and 300 pesos.
TxtPower – now accepts donations via SmartMoney 5577514418667103, GCash 09179751092 and Paypal.

Rescue Operations

1. National Disaster Coordinating Council (NDCC) (+632-9125668, +632-9111406, +632-9115061, +632-9122665) Help hotlines: (+65 734-2118, 734-2120) ndcchelpdesk@ gmail.com
2. Philippine Coast Guard (+632-5276136)
3. Air Force (+63908-1126976, +632-8535023)
4. Metro Manila Development Authority (136)
5. Marikina City Rescue (+632-6462436, +632-6462423, +632920-9072902)
6. Pasig Rescue Emergency Number (+632-6310099)
7. Quezon City Rescue (161)
8. San Juan City Hall Command Post (+632-4681697)
9. Bureau of Fire Protection Region III (Central Luzon) Hotline: (+63245-9634376)
10. Senator Dick Gordon (+639178997898, +63938-444BOYS, +632-9342118, +632-4338528)
11. Senator Manny Villar (+639174226800. +639172414864, +639276751981)


Foreign Aid

Friends in the US and Canada who wish to help in the rescue/relief operations, you may donate through the American Red Cross. CALL 1-800-435-7669. Donate through the Red Cross Rescue and Relief Operations or Pinoys abroad they can donate through TXTPOWER'S PAYPAL! http://bit.ly/ hQtKH


Civil Society/ Media

1. Philippine National Red Cross (143, +632-5270000)
2. Philippine National Red Cross Rizal Chapter operations center hotline: (+632-6350922, +632-6347824)
3. Go to GMA Facebook page & post complete addresses and names of people in need of immediate help.
4. ABS-CBN Typhoon Ondoy Hotline: (+632-4163641)
5. Jam 88.3: (+632- 6318803) or SMS at JAM (space) 883 (space) your message to 2968
6. GMA Kapuso Helpline: (+632-9811950- 59)

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All calls for help, please help us by filling out information here at the Rescue InfoHub Center.
Sahana Disaster Management System needs IT volunteers. http://sahana. kahelos.org. Emailsahana@kahelos. org.
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Rubber Boat, 4×4 Trucks, Chopper Requests

1. NCRPO (+632-8383203, +632-8383354)
2. Private citizens who would like to lend their motor boats for rescue please call emergency nos: +632-9125668, +632-9111406, +632-9122665, +632-9115061)
3. You can also text (+632917-4226800 or +632927-6751981) for rescue dump trucks.
4. For those who are able to lend 4×4 trucks for rescue: Please send truck to Greenhills Shoppng Center Unimart Grocery to await deployment, Tel No. (+632920-9072902) .
5. Petron & San Miguel Corporation are lending choppers for rescue operations, call/text: (+632917-8140655) ask for Lydia Ragasa


Power Supply

* Meralco (+63917-5592824, 16211, +63920-9292824) If you want service cut off to your area to prevent fires and electrocution.

Relief Aid and Donations

URGENT: —————————————————————————————————————
Donations of heavy duty flashlights needed for rescue operations in Cainta area. Contact Cielo at (+632918-8824356)
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Businesses/ Commercial Establishments

1. Aranaz Stores in Rockwell & Greenbelt is accepting donations of any kind for Payatas communities affected by Ondoy
2. Binalot at Greenbelt 1, call Tetchie Bundalian at (+632922-8573277)
3. The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf will be accepting canned goods, water, clothes, blankets, towels, medicine, and emergency supplies (no cash) in all our branches on behalf of the victims of Typhoon Ondoy starting today until Friday. Your generosity wi…ll be much appreciated during this difficult time for our brothersand sisters in need.
4. Luca stores (Rockwell, Shang-rila, Eastwood, or GA towers): Send your old clothes & donations (no cash pls).
5. Manor Superclub, Eastwood City will accept goods and other emergency items starting Sunday at 10 am.
6. Ministop IBARRA (Espana cor. Blumentritt, Sampaloc Manila) is also accepting relief goods, Food (non-perishable goods only) Clothing, Medicines, Beds, Pillows, Blankets, Emergency Supplies to help Typhoon Ondoy victims.
7. Moonshine boutique in Rockwell also accepting relief good to help Ondoy victims in Marikina and Cainta.
8. Papemelroti stores in 91 Roces Ave. / Ali Mall Cubao / SM City North EDSA / SM Fairview / SM Megamall / Glorietta 3 in Makati / SM Centerpoint / SM Southmall are accepting relief goods (canned goods / milk / bottled water / clothes – NO CASH pls.)
9. PowerPlant Mall accepting donations for ABS-CBN foundation. Dropoff at admin office, P1 level.
10. R.O.X. – Recreational Outdoor eXchange is accepting donation for relief good for Typhoon Ondoy victims. You can bring it in the store located in B1 building Bonifacio High St., Tel. No. (+632-8564638/ 39)
11. Team Manila stores in Trinoma, Mall of Asia, Jupiter Bel-Air and Rockwell shall be accepting relief goods (Canned Goods, Ready-to-drink Milk,Bottled Water and Clothes) for distribution by Veritas.
12. Whitespace 2314 Chino Roces Ave Ext as a Makati drop-off for relief goods.
13. All 7-Eleven corporate stores.


Government/ Civil Society/ Movements

1. Victory Fort is opening its doors to those affected by the typhoon. Call 813-FORT.
2. ABS-CBN through Banco de Oro account number 56300-20111 account name: ABS-CBN Foundation Incorporation
3. Akbayan’s taking donations, call 433-69-33/433- 68-31 to donate or volunteer.
4. Citizens Disaster Response Center (CDRC): Relief goods for typhoon victims being accepted at 72-A Times St., West Triangle, QC. Tel (+632-9299820/ 22)
5. Sen. Kiko Pangilinan is accepting donations @ AGS Bldg Annex, 446 EDSA Guadalupe Viejo. Contact Vina Vargas at (+632917-8081247)
6. Luzon Relief: Donations can be brought to RENAISSANCE FITNESS CENTER, 2nd Floor, Bramante Building, Renaissance Towers Ortigas, Meralco Avenue, Pasig City starting MONDAY (Sept.28) / 9am – 7pm Contact Person: Warren Habaluyas (+632929-8713488) or email at luzonrelief@ gmail.com
7. Miriam Quiambao drop off point: One Orchard Road Building in Eastwood, or messagehttp://www.twitter. com/miriamq for more details.
8. Move for Chiz is asking for volunteers and donations at Bay Park Tent, along Roxas Blvd., beside Max Restaurant and Diamond Hotel in Manila, or at Gilas Minipark at Unang Hakbang St., Gilas Q.C.
9. NoyMar relief Operations: Clare Amador (+639285205508) or Jana Vicente at +639285205499) . Drop off for relief donations is at Balay Expo Center across Farmers Market Cubao.
10. Operation Rainbow (Zac Faelnar Camara) at Ayala Alabang Village needs Canned Goods, Ready-To-Eat Food, Bottled Water, Ready-To-Drink Milk/ Juice, Clothing, Blankets, contact (+632-4687991)
11. Philippine Army Gym inside Fort Bonifacio or GHQ Gym in Camp Aguinaldo are now distributing donations for Ondoy Victims.
12. Philippine National Red Cross‘ different ways to Donate.
13. Red Cross Load Donations: Right now the easiest way to make donations from the seat of your chair is via mobile phone load. The Red Cross Rescue and Relief Operations. Text: RED AMOUNT to 2899 (Globe) or 4483 (Smart)
14. Relief Efforts for Pasig at Valle Verde 1 Village Park, contact (+632916-4945000, +632917-5273616)
15. Sagip Kapamilya hotlines (+632-4132667, +632-4160387) #13 Examiner St. West Triangle, QC. and Scout Mayoran, cor. Morato, near Alex III.
16. Tulong Bayan hotlines for donations and volunteers are (+632908-6579998) Marilyn, (+632939-3633436) Jenn (+632-9137122, +632-9136254 & +632-9133306) .
17. TXTPower now accepts donations via SmartMoney 5577514418667103, GCash 09179751092 and Paypalhttp://is.gd/ 3GvuN
18. World Vision partners with Phil Coast Guard and kind individuals for relief distribution to 3k families. Call (+632-3747618 local 242) or text (+632917-8623209) to help.
19. Worldvision Foundation is also accepting donations/volunteer s to pack relief goods in QC. For $-donations, BPI:USDacct #4254-0050-08


Religious/ Schools & Universities

1. Assumption College San Lorenzo is now accepting donations. Please drop them off at the AC guardhouse.
2. Ateneo de Manila University is now accepting donations for the victims of Ondoy. Donations can be dropped at MVP Lobby. For those stranded/those who need help: To all students who need help or know of people who need help. Please text the name, location, and contact number to (+6329088877166) . ATENEO, which is now an open shelter, accepts refugees. Call (+632917-8952792)
3. Caritas Manila Office at Jesus St., Pandacan Manila near Nagtahan Bridge (+632-5639298, +632-5639308)
4. CFC Center Ortigas is now open for donations in cash or kind. Call (+632-7270682 to 87) or text (+632922-2542819)
5. Hillsborough Village Chapel – Water, blankets, shoes, and clothes may be sent to Hillsborough Village Chapel in Muntinlupa City. These will go to families whose houses were washed out in the nearby sitios.
6. La Salle Greenhills for Greenhills/Mandaluy ong/San Juan Area, if you want to help out with the rescue and relief operations, you can drop off your donations (clothes, food, etc..) at LSGH Gate 2 or volunteer from 9am to receive, sort, repack the donations.
7. Our Lady of Pentecost Parish (+632-4342397, +632-9290665) per Gabe Mercado, donations are very much welcome. The Parish is located at 12 F. Dela Rosa corner C. Salvador Sts., Loyola Heights, Quezon City.
8. Playschool International in Better Living is open to receive relief goods. Feel free to drop it there for your convenience. No Cash Pls.
9. Radio Veritas at Veritas Tower West Ave. Cor EDSA (+632-9257931- 40)
10. Simbahang Lingkod ng Bayan Task Force Noah, a disaster response arm of the Jesuits, is accepting donations. Please drop it off sa Ateneo Cervini Dorm.
11. Katipunan Avenue. Contact Erica Paredes at (+632917-4741930) — they need bread, packed juice, sandwich filling (tuna, chicken, anything) You can help her make them, deliver the sandwiches to her house, or help her distribute! Call for more details.
12. Xavier School in San Juan is now accepting donations, please bring to Multipurpose Center (MPC).
13. Bo Sanchez's Kerygma Family is accepting cash donations. Visit this site for more details.


Private Citizens

1. MAKATI: 5729 Calasanz St., Olympia Makati City or call for pick up at (+632-5017405 or +632-7290530) c/o Omel Santos
2. SOUTH: Accepting relief goods in SOUTH AREA. Please contact Anne at (+632915-2854240)

People Tracker (using your phones, get your friends and family to turn on their finderservice for you)

* FINDERSERVICE. For Smart, text “wis ” to 386.
* FINDERSERVICE. For Globe, text “find to 7000.


Medical Reminder: For all those who’ve come into contact with floodwater, please take your leptospirosis prophylaxis ASAP: 2 capsules doxycycline 100mg. Single dose. Just once. Take with food and avoid taking with dairy products. DO NOT GIVE to children or pregnant women, or those who are allergic. For children and pregnant women, look for alternates via your family doctor. Thanks!

Let us all continue to pray for the victims of the typhoon and do everything we can to help.

News & Commentaries


1. Benedict XVI One of the Smartest Popes in History, Former Vatican Spokesman Says [weblink]

2. Pope: Don't Pass the Buck on Climate Issue [weblink]

3. The Importance of Self-Criticism and Humility (Biblical Reflection for 26th Sunday in Ordinary Time [weblink]

4. Youth Groups to Promote Pro-life Way of Life [weblink]

5. Meeting After Pro-Homosexual ELCA Decisions Could Reorganize American Lutheranism [weblink]

6. Scott Lively Extols Masculine Christianity [weblink]

7. Obama's Homosexual "Safe School Czar" Tells God "Screw You, Buddy" in Memoir [weblink]

8. The Insanity of Same-Sex Parenting [weblink]

9. Gay Activists Push Films in California Schools [weblink]

10. Dan Brown and the Masons (with YouTube video) [weblink]





Quote:

"The proud man can learn humility, but he will be proud of it." - Mignon McLaughlin

Prayer for Generational Healing

This prayer was given to us by Fr. Ed Fugoso during our Psychogenetics Retreat last month.

Prayer for Generational Healing

Heavenly Father, I come before you, in the blessed name of Jesus and in the power of the Holy Spirit. I thank you for sending Jesus by whose holy blood and precious sacrifice I can be set free from the brokenness, sinful attitudes, and negative patterns of my ancestry. I thank you Father that you have called me to be free from all bondage in the name of Jesus, and I praise you that, in Christ, I shall be set free.

And now, Lord Jesus, gently reveal to me in the power of the Holy Spirit those ways in which I may be living out my ancestor's sin patterns. All of these sin patterns, known and unknown to me, in my life and in the lives of my ancestors I acknowledge them all before you, Father. I confess to you the evil inclinations, compulsions, and bad habits that have influenced us. I ask you to forgive me and all my ancestors for all these sins. In the name of Jesus and by His holy blood, set me free in You forever, Holy Father. Empty my soul of sin, and fill it with the holiness of Jesus.

Father, I ask for your forgiveness and cleansing of my family and me. Please cut me free from all curses or ill effects caused by ancestors' sins. If any evil spirits have gained entry into my life on account of my ancestors' sin, I bind them in the name of Jesus Christ and command them to leave me and go to Jesus Christ now! Thank you, Father, for the freedom that is mine through Jesus. I praise you now and forever. Amen!

I claim the Lord Jesus Christ as my true inheritance and I thank you, Father, for the most wonderful gift of your Holy Son. I bless you Jesus, that You have come to show me my true roots, which are within the very heart of God the Father. I praise you Holy Trinity, those whom the Son sets free are free indeed.

Hallelujah! Amen!

Meditations From Carmel

A million thanks to one of the sisters in our community for sending me the link to this wonderful treasure trove of Carmelite meditations on prayer. If you are tired already of reading my posts (which I hope you're not) and are looking for something refreshing, this one is for you.

Meditations from Carmel are short audio meditations in mp3 format which are meant to lead a soul into prayer. The meditations are taken directly from the writings of the Church Doctors of Prayer and Masters of the Spiritual Life like St. Teresa of Avila, St. John of the Cross, and St. Therese of Lisieux as well as many other Carmelites you may not have known before!

You can download the mp3 files to your computer and load them up to your iPod or mp3 player. Below are some of the samples you can find on the Meditations from Carmel website:

St. John of the Cross



1. Ascent of Mt. Carmel
2. Sayings of Light and Love

St. Teresa of Avila



1. The Book of Her Life
2. The Way of Perfection
3. Interior Castle
4. Degrees of Infused Prayer
5. Spiritual Testimonies

St. Therese of Lisieux

1. Prayers and Meditations
2. Act of Oblation to Merciful Love
3. Baptism
4. Interior Lights
5. Infinite Beauty
6. Refresh Me
7. Mountain of Love
8. Story of a Soul
9. Love Breeds Love
10. Prayer to Obtain Humility


I hope that these prayer tools will help us deepen our own prayer life. To obtain the complete list, please click the links provided above. To access and download Catholic mp3 audios, videos, and podcasts on a variety of topics including same-sex attraction, visit www.catholicaudio.blogspot.com.

News & Commentaries


1. Pope Offers Test To See If God Is Within [weblink]

2. Epidemiologist: Pope Is Right About Condoms [weblink]

3. Immigration: Making Catholicity Tangible [weblink]

4. CBCP Raises Fears Over RH Bill 'Railroad' [weblink]

5. Conservative Californians Protest Harvey Milk Observance [weblink]

6. Defending DOMA, and Marriage [weblink]

7. Stop HR 2262: Homosexual Agenda Advances Under 'Safe Schools' Banner [weblink]

8. TV's 'Newlywed Game' Features First Gay Couple [weblink]

9. Over 200 California Schools Have Signed Up For Homosexual Curriculum [weblink]

10. Leaked Document Outlines Radical Sex Group's Plan to "Change the Way Americans Think about Sex" [weblink]

11. Florida High School Officials Going To Court For Praying [weblink]
Watch this video:





Quote:

"Prayer is not an old woman's idle amusement. Properly understood and applied, it is the most potent instrument of action." - Mahatma Gandhi

Josefino Forum: Verbum Dei

This is a forwarded e-mail.


Greetings of Peace!

The San Jose Major Seminary Academic Committee will be hosting a Theological Forum on October 4, 2009.

The forum will be opened to seminarians, religious and lay audience as well. This is to promote academic excellence of soon to be priests and those working in the Lord’s vineyard. We strongly suggest that you encourage your parish workers, through the Parish Pastoral Council to attend the event.

May we then ask your reverence to help us promote the forum through the posting of our posters on your bulletin boards and announcing it during your masses. This will greatly help us in our task of evengelization.

The details are as follow:

JOSEFINO FORUM: VERBUM DEI.
Reflections on the Word of God (Revelation, Church and Mission).

With Bishops Chito Tagle, Ambo David and Ted Bacani
Synthesis by Fr. Catalino Arevalo, SJ

With the Special Participations of
His Eminence Gaudencio Cardinal Rosales
Fr. Bienvenido Nebres, SJ (Ateneo President)

Eucharistic Celebration at 4pm to be presided by
Bishop Honesto F. Ongtioco

Oct. 4, 2009, 8am-5pm, Henry Lee Irwin, SJ Theater, Ateneo de Manila University.
Tickets are available at 1,000 and 500. With Special discount for religious and seminarians.

For Ticket Inquiries, call San Jose Seminary, Ateneo de Manila at 4266091 and look for Mark Reyes or Sir-Lien Hugh Tadeo.

Praying for Your Reverend’s health and ministry.

Hail San Jose!

In Opus Ministerii,



Mark Anthony Reyes (sgd.)
4th Year Theologian

Sir-Lien Hugh Tadeo (sgd.)
1st Year Theologian

What Is That?

Thanks to Bro. J for forwarding the link to this video. It's a short Greek film about a father, his son, and a sparrow. My dad is very much like the father in this video and I oftentimes like the son. This reminds me too of our recent Psychogenetics retreat.

Right now, I'm in a point in my life where I have to be extra patient and understanding towards my father. Communicating with him is difficult because his mind is not as lucid as before. He is becoming increasingly dependent on us though he is not totally disabled. Basically, my mom and I (being the eldest) are taking over the big responsibility of caring for him, but it is really not the issue here. The thing is that he can be very difficult and exasperating to deal with at times because of his attitude problem. It makes me wonder now who is the father and who is the son. My mom literally assumes the role of the head of the family and I don't think that is good. I guess I really need to look for a role model somewhere else. The best that I can do is to pray for him and show him respect and compassion.

In all fairness to my dad, he made a lot of sacrifices for me especially when I was young, and for that I will forever be grateful to him.

News & Commentaries


1. Pope: Lovers of Christ Must Love His Cross [weblink]

2. House Moves to Fast Track Debates on RH Bill [weblink]

3. US Bishops Applaud Obama's Abortion Promise [weblink]

4. Priest Wins Against Iron Chef [weblink]

5. Uruguay to Allow Homosexuals to Adopt [weblink]

6. Christian Soap Actress Patricia Mauceri Fired Because She Objected to Pro-Homosexual Story Line [weblink]

7. Knight: New ENDA Bill 'Turns Private Sin Into a Public Right' [weblink]

8. Sex Ed Gone Wild: Canadian Mag Covers Trend Toward "Pleasure-Based" Sex Ed in Schools [weblink]

9. Toronto Homosexualists Push to Host $10 Million "World Pride" Event in 2014 [weblink]

10. Catholic Church in State of Maine Steps Up Fight Against Same-Sex "Marriage" Bill [weblink]

THEOLOGY OF HUMAN SUFFERING DOCUMENTARY TRAILER from David James on Vimeo.


Quote:

"When women begin to dress immodestly, and men to make fun of religion, it is the beginning of the end." - Seneca

Manila Book Fair

Attention book lovers!

What: The 30th Manila International Book Fair: Words Without Borders

When: September 16-20, 2009 (10 am to 8 p.m.)

Where: Exhibit Halls 1-4, SMX Convention Center Mall of Asia Complex, Pasay City, Metro Manila, Philippines

Organized by: Primetrade Asia, Inc.

Partner Organizations:
* Asian Catholic Communicators, Inc.
* Book Development Association of the Philippines
* Philippine Booksellers Association, Inc.
* Publishers' Representatives Organization of the Philippines


For more information on the exhibitors and special events, visit their website at http://www.manilabookfair.com/