WSR Updates-Bicol Region

18/02/2025

✅ Invited Resource Speakers: Ryan Manrique, fellow WSR Manager; Lance Tirazona, Humanitarian Project Manager-Luzon; Noel Lucillo, SAI Coordinator, Elder and Sister McAllister WSR Senior Service Missionary for MPC; and dear SSMs

29/01/2025

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02/01/2025

GOOD NEWS!

Happy Holidays, WSR Leaders!

We are kicking off the new year with Virtual Education Trainings (PEF & Benson Loan & Scholarship Program Enhancement) in Bicol to inspire and empower members to achieve their education goals. 🎓

📅 Schedule:
📌 January 5, 7:00 PM
Naga Coordinating Council
▪️Daet, Sipocot, Naga, Naga North, Goa, Iriga
Good News: Education Resource Enhancement Training

📌 January 12, 7:00 PM (via Zoom)
Legazpi Coordinating Council
▪️Ligao, Tabaco, Legazpi, Sorsogon, Bulan, Masbate, Catanduanes
Good News: Education Resource Enhancement Training

Zoom link👇

Join Zoom Meeting
https://churchofjesuschrist.zoom.us/j/97570752078?pwd=VV04ebGFMjXqJjvVPoqMeEpwVIrHPG.1
Meeting ID: 975 7075 2078
Passcode: EducPower1

Let’s start 2025 strong! Spread the word and see you there!

Sincerely,
Sister Tere Pangilinan
WSRS

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29/12/2024

Guide for PEF Scholarship and Loan Applicants

The Perpetual Education Fund (PEF) program offers a financial assistance package consisting of:
• 25% Scholarship
• 75% Loan with zero interest

This program is designed to help eligible students achieve their educational goals while maintaining affordability and financial responsibility.

Eligible Expenses

The following expenses are covered upon approval:
• Tuition Fees and Miscellaneous Fees
• Books and Supplies
• Boarding House Rental OR Transportation Costs
• Licensure Exam Review Fees
• Computer & Equipment (if applicable and approved)

PEF Approved Courses

Eligibility Requirements:
• Freshmen must enroll in a State University, Community College, or Private University.

Approved Degree Programs:
• Information Technology (and related fields like Computer Science and Data Science)
• Nursing
• Business Administration
• Banking, Finance, and Economics
• Accountancy
• Education

Other Degree Programs:
• Students in the last two years of their bachelor’s degree program (incoming 3rd or 4th-year students) are eligible, whether enrolled in a state or private university.
• Other courses may also be approved on a case-by-case basis, except for:
• Dentistry
• Medicine
• Advanced degrees (Master’s and PhD programs)

Tech-Vocational (TechVoc) Courses:

Programs lasting under 36 months are eligible, such as:
• Driving
• Culinary Arts
• CCTV Installation
• Freelance Virtual Assistance (FVA)
• Hair and Make-Up (HMU)
• Machinist Training
• Baking
• Certificate Courses in other specialized fields

Steps and Requirements for Application

Step 1: Create a PEF Account
• Go to pef.churchofjesuschrist.org and create an account.
• If your school or program is not listed, click “Request School or Program” and fill out the necessary details.
• Ensure you provide complete information about your chosen school or program.

Step 2: Submit School Information for Approval
• Once your school details are entered, PEF will review them.
• If vendor setup is required, PEF will contact you with further instructions.

Step 3: Complete the “Education for Better Work” Course
• Enroll in and complete the Education for Better Work Self-Reliance Course.
• Upload the completion certificate and the Applied Self-Reliance (ASR) Certificate to your PEF portal account.

Step 4: Obtain Priesthood Endorsement
• Request an endorsement from your Bishop through the LCR system.
• Upload the signed endorsement to your PEF portal application.

Step 5: Obtain Facilitator’s Signature
• Have your Facilitator sign the Completion Certificate in the PEF-SR system.

Step 6: Approval Process
• Approval depends on:
• The school’s cooperation in submitting vendor setup forms.
• Submission of all necessary requirements.
• The application will then undergo review and approval by the WSR Manager, Area Leaders, and HQ.

Step 7: Request for Disbursement
• Once approved, submit a disbursement request.
• Wait for the PEF Specialist to schedule a briefing on disbursement, repayment, and other matters.

Step 8: Additional Assistance
• For questions or guidance, contact your WSR Manager or PEF Education Specialist.

Thank you for your interest in the PEF Scholarship and Loan Program. We are committed to supporting your educational and career goals!

-WSRS

The Perpetual Education Fund (PEF) helps members of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints by providing financial aid for education that will lead to better employment opportunities and increased self-reliance.

06/10/2024

Sorsogon District: Peer Mentoring Session
📸c/o District Leaders

06/10/2024

My Plan Conference October 2-4, 2024

06/10/2024

September 27, 2024- Meeting with Daraga North School District supervisor and principals with ES Wharton

06/10/2024

September 26, 2024- Naga Philippines Stake WSR
Leaders' Products and Services Review & QuickReg
Training

24/09/2024

September 24, 2024- Meeting with HQ

22/09/2024

Today, September 22, 2024

We successfully held a simultaneous meeting in Legazpi Stake with our Stake Leaders, accompanied by a valuable training session for SWG and facilitators led by ES Morales.

Thank you to everyone who participated and contributed to strengthening our leaders and members.

21/09/2024

September 21, 2024- Project Review with Legazpi Stake Presidency

21/09/2024

Sept 20, 2024- Q3 WSR Senior Service Missionaries Meeting.

Thank you, Senior Service Missionaries🫶

Today, we successfully held our Q3 WSR Senior Service Missionaries Meeting. We are deeply grateful for your unwavering dedication and service. Your efforts continue to uplift individuals and communities as you help advance the work of the Welfare and Self-Reliance Services.

Thank you for your continued commitment and for making a lasting impact in the lives of many.