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FilComBo Mission to Nissan Island

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The beautiful and remote Nissan Island, located in the northernmost part of Bougainville, became the first destination outside Buka Town where the Filipino Community extended its unique brand of missionary outreach and faith-sharing. It was a meaningful journey that combined service, cultural exchange, spiritual celebration, and personal reflection. I was blessed to join two dedicated Filipino missionary nuns, Sister Fam and Sister Mafe , together with Brother Ronald , a construction foreman serving the local church communities. Our mission was to visit our Filipino missionary priests, Fr. Christopher of Sigon Parish and Fr. Robert of Tungol Parish, while bringing encouragement and material support to the parishioners. Among the supplies we carried were essential consumable goods intended for the community of Sigon Parish. These donations were generously sponsored by Madam Franco, Member of Parliament , whose support helped bring practical assistance to the island communities. Fl...
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The FilComBo: Filipino Community of Bougainville

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When I returned on August 24 , the Filipino Community of Bougainville (FilComBo) had already set the stage for a series of spirited gatherings. Each occasion became a testament to our culture, faith, and camaraderie. The FilComBo in barong tagalog 🎶 August 30 – Faith and Tradition We sponsored the 5th Sunday of August Mass , leading the church choir, offering a graceful offertory dance, and capping the celebration with a lively post‑Mass community dance. Clad in elegant Filipino barong , we brought a touch of home to Bougainville's sacred space. Photo ops after the mass Photo ops during practice 🇧🇻 September 1 – Patriotic Day of Bougainville At the Fr. Beggs Conference Center , we joined the Patriotic Day festivities with a celebration of our own -- feast of Filipino dishes and the unmistakable joy of karaoke. Food and music became our bridge of camaraderie with the wider Bougainville community. The feast includes lechon, fried fish, kinalaw & more The karaoke sesh led ...
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Location: Buka AROB, Papua New Guinea
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A Week of Solitude and Discovery in Perth

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The storm in Manila was merciless — torrential rains flooded the streets, and transportation to the airport became impossible. I missed the check in time; my flight to Lombok slipped away, leaving Anneth and Tita Cleo to continue without me. What felt like loss soon became a redirection: I booked a new flight straight to Perth . What was once a five‑day plan stretched into a full week, a journey of resilience and rediscovery. Perth Skyline from Elizabeth Quay Arrival in Perth At 2 PM, I touched down in Australia's southwesternmost city. The winter air was crisp, carrying both chill and promise. I checked into Kangaroo Inn , then wandered the streets to acquaint myself with Perth's quiet rhythm — a city that felt both expansive and intimate. The War Memorial at the Kings Park City Walks The following morning led me to Elizabeth Quay , where the Swan River shimmered beneath the skyline. From there, I walked to Kings Park , its vast greenery offering sweeping views of the city. T...
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Location: Perth Kanlurang Australya, Australia
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