Take every chance. Drop every fear.

YFC Richmond held a KFC GA at Victoria for a one day event since the CFC had their GA too. Ian (from Vancouver chapter), Carlo A. (fm Burnaby Chapter), and Errol (the head of the KFC leaders) also served on that day.


First stop: the ferry
We went up on the top of the ferry and talked about what's going to happen at Victoria. Then, we started worshiping all throughout the ride. It was such an awkward, weird, but definitely a fun experience to do! We had a crowd listening while we were singing – even though we weren't really the music min, but whatevs. For the Lord, I am sure he was looking down at us and he was proud. That's all it matters.

Some people were dancing with us as we practice the song Move. Some people were singing the song we were singing too! It was such a good feeling to see people knowing the songs we sang or even appreciated what we were doing up there. Thank You!


Second stop: 150 years + chilling with the YFCs
Apparently, it was Victoria's 150 years! Just in time for our visit! Before going to the CFC, we watched our brothers from Victoria dance. Hell yeah they're good! So gangsta! After the performance, we met the Victoria YFCs and then we headed down to the Bay Centre to eat.

The whole time we were in downtown we were playing the game "If I can go to the moon...". Actually, I didn't get that game until my sister told me! They've been playing the game even before Victoria and it sucks because really I don't get it! =)) NOW I DO! 

Third stop: KFC GA
This is it!

• Kuyas and Ates introduced ourselves and started playing some games with the kids
• Learned a sing and dance song - Deep
• Had an activity about Poverty and Charity
• I GAVE A TALK
• It was my first time to give a talk to the little ones
• I say it was nerve-racking, but I definitely enjoyed it
• I am not really a speaker and I dislike talking in the front especially when I'm alone, but I am really glad that my team liked it and appreciated what I did - of course same goes to Ian.
• Martin said that he was proud of me and Ian when we were having a talk and we completely thought about our talk on the spot. I guess because giving a talk and really thinking about the words that you're going to say is really hard. I even practiced before the day, but everything I said was improvised. All in all, I am proud of myself. 
• Learned the song Move, but wasn't able to finish it because we had to wrap it up
• The kids performed Deep in front of their parents - sooo cute! While watching them, I felt like a teacher! 
• After the closing prayer, we ate, chilled with the YFC-Victoria, took pictures.

Fourth Stop: Going home

• Ruiz drove all seven of us to the ferry. The whole ride was so quiet. Yes, we were that tired. Haha For five minutes I think we all fell asleep, then we woke up almost at the same time! Senses guys! Brothers & Sisters by Christ right thurr! =)) Kidds
• Missed the 7pm ferry. Waited for an hour for the next one, fooled around, sang, taking pictures... ohhh i how i miss everyone now!
• Got on the ferry, talked about what happened at the GA, complimented each other and talked about what we could improve. 
• The rest of the ride we were just talking and having fun. 

Last but not least, the Sixth Stop: Well Tea

• I think it became a trademark for the YFCs to eat, drink bubble tea, and chill some more before everyone can finally say good night.
• So we decided to eat at Well Tea. 
• They ran out of pearls so we had coconut jelly
• SO FULL!

This whole day was just so epic that I felt like I didn't want the day to end. And, until now I feel like I still have a hangover from all the fun with the team. I can't wait for another weekend with these people.

First 2 weeks of June

This will probably be Yolec. :)

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Lately, I've been updating my tumblr with quick posts and photos that is why I haven't been updating my blogger. I'm pretty sure most of my readers follow me in tumblr  anyway so most of you are updated. :)

June 2012 started out pretty well! First weekend, I spent it with the YFC. We dressed up as little kids because it was dedicated for the KFCs. Sunday on the other hand, I attended Kris&Martin's dance class for the first time and I enjoyed it! I miss dancing and I really want to be good at it, so I will really my best to attend most of their classes. :)

Second week of June, I helped out for the Kids for Christ's GA on Saturday. It was my first time ever to serve for the Kids and I am so glad that I did. We Moved Moved with the kids and played games for them. After the GA, Martin, JP, Jedrek, Marimar, Elcy and I decided to hit Bubble Queen and grab some Bubble Tea. Fun conversation we had there and I hope there's apart two which I am sure there is! :)

On Sunday, I went to the dance class again and this time I think I am more comfortable compared to last week's. I think it's because I was able to hang out with the YFCs that I am a lot more open and makulit na. After a few hours, I went to the Night Market again and this time it was with Jhanina, Kim, Justine, Jeri and Rajb. Later that night, we also met with Chang and Ryan at NM. They drove me home while they went drinking at some bar.

I'm hoping for more fun weekends for the rest of the month, and of course for the next coming months! July is near and I feel like there will be more events with family, yfc, and friends. I'm stoked!

Alright! That's it for now! Good night!

Richmond's Banner

Theme for this year's RYC

Praise Parade: Richmond Chapter

Tricities' Chapter

I honestly don't know which Chapter is this, but I really love how they were all raising their hands.

Dominus Est John 21:7 

Richmond Junior Band

Allan trying out our Bubble Tea game!

BBT booth! So happy and proud that I worked on this booth for two days even if I was still a shybum. I heard that this game was pretty popular throughout the entire day! <3 

When Victoria and Richmond played volleyball together! RichToria for the win!

If only we could mix boys & girls together, I think we would win! =))

Richmond's Mural

My sister went all out for our Chapter's colour! <3

This wasn't even the half of the people who came! I heard there was around 500 people at RYC!

God is awesome!

with some of the Victoria people!

I am very blessed to meet these people right here! For some reason I feel complete this time!

Thank you for my new friends, Papa God! <3

RYCON 2012

Being a newbie in YFC-Richmond but not a newbie as a YFC member, this is my first EVER time to attend the Precon/Rycon/Sportfest of YFC. 

I went to Rycon because:

• I missed being a YFC
• I miss serving for my fellow youth and for the Lord
• I miss going to conferences
• I miss praise and worship sessions
• I miss being with people who breathes and lives for God
• Rycon is the time to show the talents and skills that He gave us
• To learn more about ourselves and His love for us
• And most importantly because I miss having a strong relationship with God

Dominus Est – John 21:6

Over the time when we moved here in Vancouver, I lost my time and maybe even my faith for Him. I know I do mention him sometimes – like thanking him and asking for guidance, but that's just it.

Words from speakers and sharers really struck me last night since I've been having a lot of doubts and questions about my life, about my career, and sometimes about my family and friends. But during the Talks, Praise and Worship, I realized that no matter how much I sin (not as if I will do it again), how many times I fall into temptations, and how many times I doubt or forgets His love, He's always there. He has always been there. 

I feel so ashamed of my wrong doings, but I am saying YES to everything for God. I will drop everything and just let Him lead my life. Single minded for God, Amen!

No matter how great, how awesome, how bad my days are... it's all because of Him and there's a reason for behind it. Dominus Est! It is the Lord! 

I think that this weekend was really meant for me. RYCON was something that I really needed, emotionally and physically, and I am so glad that I took this weekend off just to be with You and my fellow youths!