We have 4 programs in Cebu . Our main program is the building of San Pio Village . This exciting new program involves the relocation of 360 families, currently living a-hand-to-mouth-existence on rubbish tips or in basic shanty areas, to a purpose built village named San Pio Village. Through community development and educational initiatives the program aims to pave a better way of life for these families, who are taught to support each other in achieving a viable future for themselves and especially for their children.
Here is an article about the local Council rezoning the land from commercial to residential. http://www.sunstar.com.ph/static/ceb/2005/07/09/news/council.reclassifies.dumlog.housing.site.html
Read more about this program>> BETHLEHEM DAY CARE CENTRE
The programs include the Bethlehem Day Care Centre which opened in January 2004. (insert photo).As a result of the Day Care many positive outcomes have resulted in people's lives. Read more about the Day Care Centre in "About Us".
UNIVERSITY OF THE VISAYAS CHOIR
This celebrated and talented choir has now visited Australia twice, both times very successfully. A ged between 15 and 25 years, the chorale attend University through chorale scholarships. Both visits touched many hearts , not only because of their beautiful voices, but by their grace and spiritual presence. During their last visit in May/June 2005, the choir became the public face of BCA and raised approximately $20,000 towards the San Pio Village Project. Copies of their two CDs are available from BCA office - perfect gifts for all occasions! BCA also occasionally assists
The Carmelite Sisters of Cebu - BCA recently contributed to the renovation of their infirmary and also provided two containers of clothes from Australia for the sisters to distribute. The construction of a chapel in the mountain village of Can-asujan The funding a full time teacher for about 70 children from Can-asujan and installing a storage tank for fresh water for the village . Livelihood projects for 2 newly established villages by importing and selling 'fun chum' bags made in a village in the hills of Talisay and jewelry from a fishing village.
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