MOA Induction of Officers

by Darelle Panlasigui Lu-Revives

Last December 6, 2014, Magsingal Organization of America (MOA) had its Induction of Officers and first ever Christmas Party at Red Orchids Restaurant in Stockton, California.  Let me just say, it was quite a success.

We had many distinguished guests including Magsingal Association of Northern California officers and members, headed by their president, Mrs. Cecille Ponce Rosario.  We had the privilege of being joined by numerous members of the newly chartered Amer-Asian Lions Club headed by led by their president, Mr. Julius Suero.  Members and some 'kailians' from the Bay Area and Sacramento graced the night with their presence.  What an honor it was for them to have driven all the way to Stockton to show their support.  It was just a great feeling seeing everyone, and bonding with all alleviated some feeling of homesickness, especially during this Christmas Season.

MOA's Feeding of the Homeless 2014

by Darelle Lu-Revives

MOA recently hosted its annual Feeding of the Homeless at the St. Mary's Interfaith Dining Hall here in Stockton, CA with great success.

A total of 435 less fortunate people were served at this year's event. They enjoyed a Filipino lunch consisting of lechon, pancit, and lumpia which was supplied by MOA. Rice, green salad, and pastries were supplied by the facility.

We had a great turn out of volunteers this year. It was great to see familiar and new faces come out to help. I personally want to give a special mention to a birthday girl who chose to celebrate her birthday in the most selfless way, Marie Foronda. She volunteered her husband, Jimmy and kids, Jillian and Adam to help us out. Chicken shredding and lumpia frying were taken on by the family.

MOA's Annual Feeding of the Poor

by Darelle Panlasigui Lu

We have accomplished another successful project, our Annual Feeding of the Homeless/Poor at St. Mary's Interfaith Dining here in Stockton!

Thanks to our great team of 27 volunteers from our group alone, we were able to feed almost 400 of our less fortunate citizens a hearty lunch of some of our famous dishes, lechon, lumpia, and pancit.

3rd Triennial Miss Magsingal of America and Town Fiesta

by Darelle FayeMarie Panlasigui Lu and Tereso Ugalino

Queen Leyanne Pangaliman, Ist Princess Lea Taasin and

2nd Princess Ariana Jumawan

Message from the MOA Secretary

It's been a few weeks since our grand coronation but I know everyone is still talking about it!  It was truly a beautiful night!

We had about 300 guests attend in their more grandeur gowns and suits!  The facility was elegantly decorated by none other than MOA's go-to event decorator, Mrs. Estela Rabara.  A great dinner was served by the wonderful staff of Hilton Hotel.  Great music by the Fusion Band of Stockton echoed through the ballroom.  Dancing queens and kings twisted and turned on the dance floor with ease!

Let us not forget the stars of the night, the Royal Court.  2nd Princess, Ariana rocked a deep purple gown that fit her petite stature perfectly!  Lea, our 1st Princess, was the lady in dark red, perfect for the Valentine's month.  Of course, our Queen, Leyanne.  She dazzled us with a white shimmering Cinderella ball gown!  She looked great, truly fit for a Queen!

MOA Medical Mission Photos

by Tereso Ugalino 

 Here are the breakdown of patients helped:

• Medical                        333
• Pediatrics                     182
• Dental                          169
• Eye Care/Glasses         400
• Circumcision                  82
• Excision                           6
• Radiology                        5

      Total.............................. 1177

MOA Medical/Dental/Minor Surgical Mission

by Tereso Ugalino

Dear fellow officers, members, town mates and supporters,

A couple of steps and a giant's leap!

Similar to our pilot project we sponsored on Feb. 8, 2008, our 2nd Medical/Dental/Minor Surgical Mission carried out on Feb. 12, 2011 was undeniably a complete success.

Staged at our soon to be refurbished district hospital, 1177 needy patients registered, checked, attended and were cared for. Appropriate medicines for their indicated health concerns/problems were dispensed. Naur-urnos laeng itatta gapu ta nasurok nga 200 medical(non) volunteers including our town's 30 barangay Rural Health Unit's personnel, Knights of Columbus brothers, PNP forces, Councils of Sta. Monica, Bacar, Barbarit and San Lucas actively participated and helped monitor the flow. These groups bolstered the pool of veteran and efficient doctors/dentists/nurses from The Gabriela Silang Provincial Hospital/Other District Hospitals, JCS Team, Magsingal District Hospital staffs and UNP nursing students tapped either by these trio, Dra. Carmeliza Singson-Chairperson, Hon. Jeremias 'Jerry' Singson- Provincial Board and JCS Founder or Dr. Ronald R. Tobias-Hospital-in-Charge. All volunteers effort and humanitarian services were exceptional from 8:30-5:00 p.m. My profound gratitude to all. Kudos!

Church toilets nearing completion

by Tereso Ugalino

 Dear MOA friends and non-member supporters,'

On behalf of our Directors, Officers and Members of our humble group, the  Magsingal Org. of America, I'd like to extend my  deepest gratitude for all your financial, moral and spiritual support that you shared during our Miss MOA 2010-13 Popularity Contest. Our hard-work has paid off and yielded the soon to be finished Magsingal church toilet.

It also enabled us to fund another yet worthy project, our 2nd Medical/Dental/Minor Surgical Mission Proj. on Feb.12, 2011 at our  Magsingal District Hospital. We're going home next week and I'm cordially inviting you to join us.

Once again, thank you for you unending support.

Brotherly yours,

Tereso 'Esong' U. Ugalino
President-Magsingal Org. of America

 

Magsingal Organization of America (MOA) Medical/Dental Mission

by Tereso Ugalino

Peace be with us.

I'm sending this friendly reminder pertaining to our fast approaching and joint Medical/Dental Mission project coming this Feb 12, 2011 at our Magsingal District Hospital.

Our Officers and Members are all counting on your full cooperation and assistance, unwavering support and supervision to make this noble endeavor progress smoothly, effectively, efficiently and succeed peacefully.

Like yours, our goal is for the betterment of our community. We look forward to work with you next month.

Magsingal nga nakayyanakan ken malaglagip mi, here we come.

Magsingal church restroom project

by Tereso Ugalino

Dear fellow members, friends, town mates and supporters,

In financial terms, this is our biggest project thus far. It's half-way done and to be finished next month. The Miss Magsingal Organization of America 2010-13 popularity contest made this project possible including the recent Feeding the Poor/Homeless Project 11-27-10, and forthcoming Medical/Dental/Minor Surgical Mission on Feb. 12, 2011 in our beloved town.

Let's maintain our commitment, dedication, support and generosity to all our organization's endeavor.
Thank you all.

Brotherly yours,

Tereso 'Esong' U. Ugalino
President- Magsingal Org. of America

The restroom is east of the old parish/convent, next to the remnants of the old church

There are 2 stalls for boys with urinal and 3 stalls for girls