https://hdl.handle.net/20.500.12852/743 Sun, 05 Apr 2026 19:36:03 GMT 2026-04-05T19:36:03Z https://hdl.handle.net/20.500.12852/2068 Who will throw the first stone? (A critique of conflict management in three CPBC churches) Gico, Joniel Howard H. Conflict has been the growing phenomenon that plagues many of the local churches of the Convention of Philippine Baptist Churches, Inc. In a way, conflict is no respecter of persons and organizations. It has destroyed friendships that had been established for years and have split small and big churches that have great potentials for growth. It has become a nightmare to many pastors and lay leaders especially because of its many traumatic effects. But conflict is not all a negative thing; it has been shown that if managed properly, it could propel churches to tremendous growth and greater heights of service. But this is where the problem lies. Many of our denominational leaders and pastors are at a loss when called to respond to conflict situations because they have no workable grasp of its nature and are not aware of the available strategies and tools to manage it. Much more, it is also very important that one should first be clear of his theology of conflict in order to be consistent in the use of whatever available strategies and styles of conflict management. The cases of three Baptist churches in conflict would serve as a test as to how ready we are to meet the challenges of separation and disunity. It should be assumed to some extent that these three cases would serve as a cross-section of the CPBC churches in the barrios, towns and cities. The analysis and interpretation of these cases set in perspective the key pastoral theological issue to be dealt with. Some selected concepts of Karl Marx and Carl Jung integrated in the conflict theories they propounded were used to further give light to the conflict situations. But at the same time, Marx’s and Jung’s positions were also evaluated to see their strengths and weaknesses and the extent to which their concepts could be adopted. Other studies by several experts in conflict management are also acknowledged in this paper with the idea of contextualizing their observations to make it applicable in our particular situation. Several of them would be very helpful in understanding the anatomy of conflict. Many of the suggestions would be very handy to pastors who would be interested in doing the work of mediation. As an offshoot to this study, it has been highly recommended to reinterpret the Baptist distinctive on local church autonomy, which in many cases has served as a blockade to serious concern and mediation. The need to establish a local church committee to deal with disputes that might aggravate the conflict is being encouraged. Levels of intervention and mediation are also identified to encourage participation and to exhaust all possibilities for resolution. But above all, the need for training of core leaders is being emphasized so that our local churches and denominational leadership will not be caught flat-footed when such a situation appears in the picture. Strategies and techniques however should be matched with right motivation and in this case, the love of God and the model of Jesus are of great importance. The role of prayer should not be underestimated in this particular case for it does not only speak of unity and participation but also an acknowledgment that we have a great God who will intervene when everything is beyond control. In all of these, the need to develop a basic foundation/framework in settling and managing conflict is essentially necessary to help us become more realistic about our churches. We are still neophytes in the field of conflict management. But it is the author’s hope that the attempt made in this thesis would serve as a springboard for future deeper study and assessment of our strengths and limitations. Pursuing such road would help us discover the possible opportunities to develop our approaches in the context and culture we are in. Abstract only Wed, 01 Jan 2003 00:00:00 GMT https://hdl.handle.net/20.500.12852/2068 2003-01-01T00:00:00Z https://hdl.handle.net/20.500.12852/2051 Gender sensitive teaching among selected junior high school teachers in Iloilo City Gaitan, Obed Joy B. Gender equality is a human right and women should be treated as partners of men in nation-building as stated in Philippines’ Republic Act of 7192 and aims to promote gender equality and empower women and girls which is the fifth among the 17 Sustainable Development Goals set by UN. On this premise, this study explored how the selected Junior High School teachers in Iloilo City demonstrated gender sensitive classroom practices that promote gender sensitive learning specifically, if they are (a) aware of gender concepts, if their (b) instructional behaviors are from a gender-sensitive perspective, and if they (c) employ teaching strategies that promote gender-perspective interaction. Data were gathered using self-assessment questionnaire, classroom observation and themes that were taken from the focus group discussion to project the existence of the said environment. Ten junior high school teachers were chosen to be part of the study who taught the subject in their field for two years or more. Results revealed that teachers are aware of gender concepts, their instructional behaviors showed gender sensitive perspective and finally, they employ strategies for teaching their lessons. However, there is lack of specific strategies to teach gender concepts and teaching these concepts is not yet mainstreamed in the curriculum and not explicitly included in the learning outcomes. Seminars and trainings about gender sensitivity are powerful avenues for teachers to be equipped to bridge the gap between cognitive knowledge and creating a gender sensitive learning environment. Abstract only Mon, 01 Jan 2018 00:00:00 GMT https://hdl.handle.net/20.500.12852/2051 2018-01-01T00:00:00Z https://hdl.handle.net/20.500.12852/2050 The socio-economic status of the kindergarten pupils of West Negros College and its relationship to intelligence quotient, academic performance, social maturity, social acceptability and leadership ability Dais, Lolita T. Today, parents have come to realize the importance of educating their children during their early years. We are informed through different educational literature and periodicals that in many countries of the world, different kindergarten programs have been created for the education of the very young. Others refer to this as early childhood education hut the majority call it the Kindergarten School. The social status of parents has great influence upon the child. Parents can do something to overcome partially the adverse effects of low social status by showing affection, respect and understanding for their children. A high social status may require that a child be directed by certain expectations of the wealthy "set." A low social status limits the child's experiences, home necessities, and other educational facilities like books and other reading materials, thus limiting bis ability to adjust himself to his environment in later life. Equal opportunity in the school for equal social experiences should be offered if children are to learn to live together. Parents have shown their faith in this process by sending their children to kindergarten schools. The researcher, as a kindergarten teacher, has been faced with the problem of whether or not the socioeconomic status of the families of children in the kindergarten school of West Negros College has significant relationship to their intelligence quotient, academic performance, social maturity, social acceptability and leadership ability. Since quite a number of children, from homes of different socio-economic levels enrol in the kindergarten school of West Negros College every year, a study to ascertain this relationship is timely and important. Statement of the Problem The aim of this study is to determine the socioeconomic status of children in the kindergarten school of West Negros College and its relationship to their intelligence quotient, academic performance, social maturity, social acceptability and display of leadership ability. Specifically, it seeks to answer the following questions: 1. How are the kindergarten pupils of West Negros Collage distributed among the five socio-economic levels, namely, high, above average, average, below average, and low. 2. How is socio-economic status related to (a) intelligence quotient, (b) academic performance, (c) social maturity, (d) social acceptability, and (e) leadership ability? 3. What recommendations may be suggested based on the findings to meet the needs of the children from different socio-economic levels? Significance of the Study 1. This study will help teacher plan out activities needed by the children belonging to the different socio-economic levels. 2. It will guide Kindergarten teachers in their effort to provide adequate educational experiences for the children since the teachers would know the strengths and weaknesses of each particular child from a particular home and who belongs to a particular socio-economic level. 3. It will enable parents to understand the effects of socio-economic status on the intelligence, performance, maturity, acceptability and leadership ability of their children. 4. The findings of this study will enable school administrators to understand the needs kindergarten children and thus provide the necessary equipment and other educational facilities which would enhance the learning processes. Introduction Thu, 01 Jan 1976 00:00:00 GMT https://hdl.handle.net/20.500.12852/2050 1976-01-01T00:00:00Z https://hdl.handle.net/20.500.12852/2046 Let it grow Bunda, Nestor D. In the local church where I was challenged to be a part of the Christian community, I felt the lack of a close relationship. I did not even know the person beside me during the worship service. In fact many members in my local church do not know that I am enrolled in a seminary. I was baptized without orientation or clear understanding why I must submit to it. I did it only because of "barkada system" (small group who were outcast of the church). I also felt this in my observation of other churches. But my experience pushed me to find some alternatives in order for a structure to be appropriate and flexible for koinonia to take place, and be incarnated. And that is the small group which provides a face-to-face relationship. As Ernsberger affirmed: "If the church members are to be profoundly and intimately united in fellowship with one another and with Christ, the church will need to provide more face-to-face relationship for its members, where they can associate in small meaningful groups in which Christian truth and Christian experience go hand in hand." The Purpose: The purpose of this study is to discover what contributions the small group could offer to the growth of Christian persons in our churches. Delimitations: This study is limited by my own ideas of the small group, and tries to test such ideas with a group composed of eight students in the College of Theology, Central Philippine University, for twenty nine meetings between March 21 and September 29, 1978. My experience in such a group helped me formulate many of my ideas on how to develop small groups in the church and how they could function effectively. Sources of Data: The information used in the chapter dealing with The History of a Group was based upon the "group notes" taken by some members every session and from the Evaluation Sheet used every session and a particular Evaluation Sheet used after the twenty eight meetings. The third basic tool used was the Participant Observation method which reconciles the evaluation of the group members and the 'group notes'. 1. Small group is a basic structure that provides a face-to-face relationship in nurturing each member. 2. Small group is a means for a much freer operation of the Holy Spirit. 3. Small group is an effective means to carry out the mission of Jesus Christ in serving people which is the task of the church. Introduction Mon, 01 Jan 1979 00:00:00 GMT https://hdl.handle.net/20.500.12852/2046 1979-01-01T00:00:00Z