Work from the heart and change a life :)

After my graduation last March 2013, I didn't realy know where I am going. I never even planned applying in a certain company and get a job.

I graduated with a Bachelor's Degree in Information Techonology. I was actually seeing myself working as a programmer, graphic designer, and other IT stuff job. But being a social worker wasn't really my plan. I had my OJT at Provincial Capitol of Laguna where I found myself loving the idea of being a writer. Yes, I'm a writer, but not an excellent writer. But then, after a year, I realized why God has put to that training because that's where my heart will be molded.

Now, I am currenly working at Malayan Colleges Laguna at the Center for Service-Learning and Community Engagement. Our office is the Community Extensions arm of MCL. I never imagined working at MCL because, first, it is almost a high quality school because only rich people can afford studying there. Second, having their high quality, I assumed that they are aiming for high quality employees with extraordinary skills. Sadly, I am just an average person. But! The grace of God has no boundaries! MCL hired me instead of hiring applicants who graduated at a famous universities. And take note, I didn't even apply for the position, it is purely God's grace who put me to where I am now.

So, just to tell a very short story of my experiences and journey at MCL, I compiled few photos taken by some random students. (credits to them) and I just want to share how God is putting community service into my heart.

He is Joven. One of the few students who received a Scholarship from our office. While he is a scholar, he have to render at least 3 hours of return service. Return service aims to teach our scholars to reach out community and instilling in their hearts the essence of community service. I was so inspired by how dedicated he is in his return service. He actually rendered more than the required number of hours. But what's more inspiring is, I felt his heart willing to really reach out not just because he was asked to, but because he want to. 

These two little gilrs are nursery students who benefited in one of our projects. I am so happy to have met them because they are so cute and seeing them smile makes my heart melt. They are also the reason why I love reaching out people like them. 

This is Jovan. She is my favorite nursery pupil who visited MCL. I took this photos accidentally and I am so happy that the result is so wonderful. 

I always love kids. I always love telling stories to kids and making them laugh at my corny jokes. This photo was during the "Keep the Change" project at MCL. 

This photo was during the Read to Succeed Project of BAB - CAS of MCL. ENG21 students extended their classroom lesson to community and taught these pupils to read. These pupils are actually at Grade 3 level already but they are non-readers. As a sign of help for their lives, BAB-CAS community come up with an idea of having this project that will really last a lifetime. CAS Student council also raised funds for this project and raised almost 16K. 

At first, I thought giving up my IT career was a bad idea, but I realized that it was one of the best decision I have ever made. I found myself having this heart for changing lives with my simple actions. I felt more passionate about giving and helping out needy. I was once a needy, but now that I have much more than what I have asked, I have to give it away. I thank God for allowing these things to happen. It was truly life-changing.

Thank for reading and praise be to God!