Balik Handog Program
"Giving back to community"
A Disciple's Response
WHAT IS BALIK-HANDOG PROGRAM?
A Stewardship Program
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That invites all parishioners and organizations to give and share the blessings they receive from God.
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That empowers everyone to help the less fortunate in the Parish
A Modified Tithing Program
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That promotes VOLUNTARY giving (giving from the heart)
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With no fixed amount
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But on a regular basis (Weekly, Monthly, Quarterly, Annually)
WHY JOIN THE BALIK-HANDOG?
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Develops one’s heart to be generous and transforms it to be like the heart of Jesus the Good Shepherd
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Becomes true steward of God.
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Supports the programs and services for the less fortunate.
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Educational Assistance Program (EAP)
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Feeding Programs
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Medical Services
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Sacramental Services
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Charities
WHO CAN JOIN THE PROGRAM?
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an individual;
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a family
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an Institution
HOW DO I BECOME A BALIK-HANDOG MEMBER?
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Approach any leader of your BEC, Ministry, Chapel or go to the Parish office to get a brochure
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Fill out the Balik-Handog enrollment form at the back of the brochure
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Submit the filled-up form to the parish office for issuance of the Balik-Handog ID.
WHAT MUST I DO AS A MEMBER?
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Get a Balik-Handog envelope from the parish office or at the side of the church
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Offer the envelope personally in the BEC, Chapel, Main church Mass or in the parish office.
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Obtain a receipt of the offering.
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Check your record in the Parish Office regularly.
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Present Balik-Handog ID in the Parish Office for needed services.
WHAT ARE THE BENEFITS FOR MEMBERS?
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Easy access to Church services for everyone especially the poor.
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No more fixed stole fees, only by donations.
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A meaningful way to participate in the Church ministry for the poor.
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A sense of belonging to the parish community, especially through the Parish ID system.
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Becoming true disciples and stewards of the Good Shepherd.