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December 2010
“Young people are not only the objects of the Church’s pastoral care
but also the agents and co-workers in the Church’s mission.” - Ecclesia in Asia, #47
Pope Benedict XVI has often spoken of the ‘encounter and friendship with Christ’ as the
basis of evangelisation of persons and communities. And we know only too well that in
our modern societies, ‘the Gospel cannot become deeply rooted in the mentality, life and
work of a people without the active presence of lay people.’ We have to journey with our
youth and laity and help them enter this path of discipleship with Jesus. We need to invest
in this new and yet fundamental way of being Church in Asia.
The Institute of Formation, Fondacio Asia (IFFAsia) seeks to support the mission of local
Churches and communities. IFFAsia forms young leaders with a community and
missionary spirituality for the renewal of the Asian Church and society. It welcomes
young adults and professionals in their early 20’s to mid 30’s for a 10-month live-in
formation. IFFAsia proposes an integrated formation, with spirituality, lay discipleship
and community life built upon the four pillars of Human, Social, Spiritual/Theology and
Pastoral formation.
To date, more than 80 young adults from 8 countries in Asia have been formed and sent
back in mission to their local communities. They are involved in a wide range of works,
from Evangelisation, BEC, Catechetics, Migrants, Social & Human Development, to
student and youth ministry, particularly with diocesan & parish youth offices. The year at
IFFAsia can surely help nurture the vocation of your young adults as baptised Christians
to respond to the needs of your parish, diocese and organisation.
We thank God for the gift of young people in Asia. Wishing you all a Blessed Christmas
& Happy New Year
Note: The Institute reserves the right to refuse any student who does not meet the above
criteria, even during the course of the year.
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IFFAsia Application Kit
Institute of Formation, Fondacio Asia
Little Lamb Compound
St. Martin St. Rosalia Village 2
Tandang Sora, Quezon City 1116, Philippines
Tel: +63-2-9373681 Email: ifa.fondacio@gmail.com
Blog: fondacio-asia.blogspot.com Web: www.fondacio.org
Name: ________________________________________________________________________
Family Name First Name Middle Name
Citizenship: _____________________
Primary
Secondary
College/
University
Post Graduate
*Level = please use the following rating scale: Rate 5- excellent, 4 - very good, 3- good, 2-poor, 1 very poor
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___________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________
I am aware of the requirements to join IFFAsia. I am applying to be accepted as a student for the
school year ____________. On my return, I commit to serve my community for two consecutive
years.
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RECOMMENDATION FORM
Confidential
This form should be filled up and endorsed by the Head of Organisation or Parish Priest or Bishop
and sent directly to:
The Director, IFFAsia
Little Lamb Compound
St. Martin St., Rosalia Village 2
Tandang Sora, Quezon City 1116, Philippines
Tel: +63-2-9373681 - Email: ifa.fondacio@gmail.com
I. PASTORAL MINISTRY
Please give your assessment of the applicant in terms of involvement in pastoral ministry:
______________________________________________________________________________
Potentials and strong points of the applicant to be an effective pastoral agent ________________
______________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________
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PHYSICAL FITNESS:
______________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________
INTELLECTUAL CAPACITY:
______________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________
EMOTIONAL STABILITY:
______________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________
SOCIAL ADJUSTMENT:
______________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________
What will be the FUTURE WORK of this applicant? What position will this applicant have in
the overall pastoral ministry of the organization?
______________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________
Why are you sending or endorsing this applicant for a formation in the INSTITUTE OF
FORMATION?
______________________________________________________________________________
______________________________________________________________________________
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FINANCIAL RESPONSIBILITY
The Institute of Formation, Fondacio Asia (IFFAsia) based in the Philippines, has been training young
adults from various countries in Asia for the mission of the Church since 5 years now. The institute is
supported in its mission by persons, friends, families and organizations who pray for us, promote our
work and support us financially. Financially, we depend on school fees, grants, donations and
sponsorship raised by members and students to support our mission as Fondacio and to provide for the
formation of these young adults sent by various local Churches.
The average cost of formation is about USD650/ per month (covering food, lodging, formation &
tuition fees). However, knowing the difficult situation in some countries, and the lack of financial
support for lay people, Fondacio tries to find grants to subsidise to a large extent the cost of formation.
This enables young adults from diverse backgrounds and countries to participate in this formation
program.
Therefore, we are asking as school fees only US$300 per month. Your contribution in turn allows
more young people to benefit from this program for the long-term. For those who cannot pay this
subsidized cost, we are ready to offer help by finding scholarships for students. At the same time, we
encourage students and sending organization to contribute some amount by raising some funds from
your network of friends, family, parishioners, etc.
Every year, we also teach the enrolled students how to do some fund-raising and sponsorship to
contribute towards their mission formation. It is part of our requirement at the Institute as they too
need to learn how to take responsibility for their formation and to manage money and resources. It is
also a sign of their motivation and leadership.
We are happy to support you in the formation of your young adults and at the same time we need your
understanding and cooperation in this area of finances.
1) Subsidised Formation Fees is US$ 3,300 (covering food, lodging and tuition fees)
2) Student and Sending Organisation must cover their own air fare, visa and pocket money
3) Scholarships are ONLY available for the food, lodging, and tuition fees- that is, maximum
US$ 3,300/student.
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SCHOLARSHIP REQUEST
Kindly answer clearly this form regarding financial participation, and send it to IFFAsia with your
Application Form. Thank you.
Cost of Formation
Food, Lodging and Tuition Fees at US$650.00 x 11 months $6,500.00
Subsidy $3,200.00
Amount required to be paid US$3,300.00
A RESPONSIBILITY OF STUDENT/SENDING ORGANISATION
1. Food, Lodging and Tuition Fees (Subsidised) $3,300.00
2. Visa Fees $600.00
3. Pocket Money ($30 per month) $300.00
Total US$4,200.00
C SCHOLARSHIP REQUEST
1. Amount of Scholarship requested US$__________
…………………………………………. ……………………………….………
Signature of Applicant Signature of Sending Organization Representative
Date:…………………………………. Date:………………………………….
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1. Mark (x) in the applicable circle if you now have, or have had, any of these medical problems
3. Please describe:
Serious sickness or injury? Year Surgical Operations? Year
a) _________________________ ______ a) ________________________ ______
b) _________________________ ______ b) ________________________ ______
4. Blood Type: (A/B/C, + or -) ________ 5. Latest Blood Pressure: ________ 6. Pulse Rate: ______
8. What vaccines, if any, have you received in the last two years? Give name of vaccine and date.
a) Name of vaccine: Date b) Name of vaccine: Date c) Name of vaccine: Date
__________________ _____ __________________ ______ __________________ ______
10. Do you drink alcoholic beverages? O YES O NO If yes, indicate the frequency: ________
11. For any other additional pertinent health information, please use the other side of this paper.
I hereby certify that, to the best of my knowledge, I am physically / medically fit to participate in the Fondacio
Institute of Formation program and, that the costs of any medical / health needs that may arise during my
stay at the Institute will be covered either by myself personally, by my Health Insurance, or by my Sponsor.
___________________________________________ __________________________
Signature of Applicant Date
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