The special two weeks program of Silsilah that ended last July 15 was considered by all participants a great experience. Some were Christians: priests, seminarians and teachers, the others are Muslims: ustadhs, imams, alive teachers of DepEd and staffs of different organizations helping for the rehabilitation of Marawi after the siege. The beginning of the […]
For many years, Silsilah has given formation to the City Jail of Zamboanga City located in the center of the City. After a few years, we have received an invitation from San Ramon Penal Colony located outside the city proper of Zamboanga City. It is one of the oldest Penal Colonies of the Philippines since
A Good Story from San Ramon Penal Colony of Zamboanga City Read More »
We are happy to present in this Oasis News a new primer on Interreligios Dialogue prepared by Fr. Sebastiano D’Ambra, PIME, the new executive secretary of the CBCP’s Commission for Interreligious Dialogue. This primer is published by the Claretian Publications. Fr. D’Ambra in the introduction of this primer says: The year of interreligious dialogue in
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A few days ago, on May 20, we went with eighty youths to the place where Fr. Salvatore was killed on May 20, 1992, for our annual visit and prayer on the place of his martyrdom. This year, for the first time, we were able to share to the youth the testimony of Prof. Yusuf
The truth why Fr. Salvatore Carzedda, PIME was killed 27 years ago in Zamboanga City Read More »
Following the Silsilah Dialogue Movement tradition to send a message to the Muslim Ummah on the occasion of the month of Ramadan, we are inspired this year by the new document of Pope Francis and the grand imam of Al-Adzhar University, Ahmad Al-Tayyeb. These two great leaders wrote together a document entitled, “Human Fraternity for
Silsilah message of Ramadan 2019 in the spirit of the Culture of Dialogue Read More »
Every Good Friday Christians around the world remember the death on the cross of Jesus Christ and after few days the resurrection. Many times I have reflected on this mystery of the love of God up to death “and the death on the cross.” Last April 19, during the Good Friday, I prayed also for
An open letter of Fr. D’Ambra to the “Balik Islam” Read More »
(Selected quotations from the original document APOSTOLIC JOURNEY OF HIS HOLINESS POPE FRANCIS TO MOROCCO.) The Silsilah Dialogue Movement is happy to share with our friends and those who read our Oasis News around the world the message of Pope Francis during his recent visit in Morocco. As-Salam Alaikum! … This visit is for me an
There is a great need to remind to all in our society the need to become people of dialogue in the midst of divisions and conflicts. Often dialogue is presented as a strategy, but if we go to a deeper level of the spiritual experience of dialogue it becomes an expression of LOVE. Thus, dialoguer
THE DREAM OF SILSILAH ABOUT DIALOGUE AND PEACE? Read More »
Today, the interest on Interreligious Dialogue is increasing, but often used as strategy in situations of conflict. Fr. Sebastiano D’Ambra, PIME who, for more than forty years, have been in the front line of interreligious dialogue in Mindanao and started the Silsilah Dialogue Movement in 1984 is convinced that the path to peace has to
A new book on Interreligious Dialogue in the Philippines Read More »
New Zealand today is on the news around the world for the terrible tragedy of Friday, March 15, 2019 . The man who did this terrible act of violence declared that he acted against immigration as “Invaders”. Did he achieve his purpose? Unfortunately, we can say yes, although, we hope the effect will be a
A Silsilah reflection on the tragedy of New Zealand Read More »
In the midst of many alarming news of violent conflicts in Mindanao and trainings to contain violent extremism conducted by international, national and local organizations, the Silsilah Dialogue Movement has organized a special training for fifteen volunteers, some from Zamboanga and some from Ipil, all of them staff and friends of Silsilah. It was a
This Silsilah Dialogue Movement Brochure gives the general presentation of the Vision, Mission, Program and Structure of the Silsilah Dialogue Movement. Silsilah Dialogue Movement is officially recognized as a legal Personality in the Philippines under the name of SILSILAH FOUNDATION, INC., You may see more details of the different programs of Silsilah Dialogue Movement in
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The Mission of Dialogue and Peace, in the light of the Beatitudes In this world of globalization and increasing violence with alarming signs of climate change and divisions among peoples and civilizations there is a need to rethink the importance of religions and the spiritual dimension of life. You can VIEW or Download a Copy
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“WHAT HAVE YOU DONE?” This question can be considered the voice of God to humanity today because we are “killing mother earth.” “WHAT HAVE YOU DONE?” is a question from the Holy Bible (Gen. 4, 10). It is the voice of God to Cain who had killed his brother Abel (see the story of Cain
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The Silsilah Dialogue Movement welcomes with joy the new document of Pope Francis and the Grand Imam of Al-Azhar of February 4, 2019, on “Human Fraternity for World Peace and Living Together.” The signing following the Holy Father’s speech to the Global Conference on Human Fraternity in Abu Dhabi, a key element in the Holy Father’s
The news of bombing in Cotabato a few weeks ago and the bombing of the Jolo Cathedral a few days ago and now a bombing in a Mosque in Zamboanga City makes all of us reflect. I don’t enter into details of the different bombings and the dynamic of these incidents. The reasons behind are
Why bombs in Mindanao and how do we celebrate the World Interfaith Harmony Week (WIHW)? Read More »
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Often the Silsilah Dialogue Movement presents the call to interreligious dialogue among Muslims and Christians promoting the Culture of Dialogue as a Path to Peace. This is, indeed, one of the signs of the times, especially in Mindanao, but we cannot forget that the spirit of the Culture of Dialogue is not only focusing on
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2nd Silsilah Special Program on Muslim and Christian Dialogue Read More »
In the Celebration of the WIHW, We had a deeper understanding with Cultural Diversity. Truly, the differences of people can be accepted, if we learn to have a sense of respect and tolerance. Peace is very challenging especially here in Mindanao. However, people with genuine hearts and intentions will work together to achieve dialogue and
World Interfaith Harmony Week 2019-Zamboanga City, Philippines. Read More »
In this last Oasis News for 2018, we present an interview done to Fr. Sebastiano D’Ambra, PIME, the founder of the Silsilah Dialogue Movement by journalist Cristina Uguccioni and published by the Vatican Insider. Stories of coexistence between Christians and Muslims. A trip to the island of the Philippines, wounded by the Islamic radicalism violence,
Not just conflicts, but inter-religious dialogue takes root in Mindanao Read More »
It is a tradition for the Silsilah Dialogue Movement to share a message to Christians on the occasion of Advent and Christmas time and to the Muslims on the occasion of the month of Ramadhan and the celebration of the Eid’l Fitr. This message is addressed now to the Christians. The 500 years of Christianity
Message of Silsilah for the Advent and Christmas time 2018 Read More »
In this Oasis news I focus my attention on Mayor Cesar Cortes Climaco to remember the 34th Anniversary of his death. He was killed on November 14, 1984. I remember him as a personal friend and friend of Silsilah. The year of his death is the same year the beginning of Silsilah Dialogue Movement in
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There are alarming issues coming from many countries around the world today. If we reflect properly many of these issues are connected to a wrong understanding or use of politics and religions to protect vested interests. The Philippines is not spared by the “abuse” of politics and religions for personal or group vested interest. Mindanao
A Silsilah reflection on Politics, Religions and Conscience. Read More »
On October 8, 2012 Marilou Diaz Abaya, the famous film director passed away living the legacy of a leader able to dream peace and work for peace. She is well known for her famous films, but especially for “ Bagong Buwan” a film with Cesar Montano as major actor presenting the tragic effects of the
MARILOU DIAZ ABAYA and the YOUTH in MEDIA for DIALOGUE and PEACE Read More »
Since 1984 Silsilah has been in the front line of promoting “Dialogue with Creation”. It is one of the pillars of Dialogue that Silsilah has been promoting since the beginning, together with the Dialogue with God, Dialogue with the Self and Dialogue with Others as part of its spirituality, vision and mission. This attention to
Silsilah Launches the DIALOGUE WITH CREATION PARTNERS MOVEMENT (DCPM) Read More »
Jolo has a long history. It is in the Southern part of the Philippines along the Sulu Sea going toward Borneo and Indonesia. It was in that area that Islam arrived in 1380 and Jolo was the center of the first Sultanate organized in the peninsula before the arrival of the Spaniards in the sixteenth
SILSILAH IN JOLO TO REBUILD HOPE Read More »
This year the Silsilah Dialogue Institute offers three different courses which are open to professionals, teachers, personnel of government and non-government offices, institutions, groups and schools who wish to be more knowledgeable and active in Muslim-Christian Dialogue. It also welcomes people of different cultures and religions who feel the need for a deeper and better
33rd Silsilah Summer Course on Muslim-Christian Dialogue 2019 Read More »
On September 9, 2013 Zamboanga people were taken by surprise. A siege, provoked by a group of the Moro National Liberation Front (MNLF) in Zamboanga City, Mindanao, started from a central part of the city. It lasted for nineteen days destroying almost ten thousand (10,000) houses and displacing almost one hundred fifty thousand (150,000) people
THE SEPTEMBER TO REMEMBER AFTER FIVE YEARS: Lessons, Fear and Hope Read More »
The Marawi siege will be remembered in the history as a sad experience of violence in Mindanao. The seeds of violence come from other countries in the name of ideologies of violence using religion as a cover up of some geo-political plans and strategies entered in a more visible way in the nineties in Mindanao
The Silsilah Dialogue Movement welcomes the new Bangsamoro Organic Law (BOL) and invites all to face this new agreement with the proper spirit in the respect and rights of all in Mindanao. A lot has been said and more will be shared to understand this new BOL and its implementations. We in Silsilah take this
The Bangsamoro Organic Law (BOL) and the Wisdom of the Messages of Cardinal Tauran Read More »
“Peace where are you?” This is the title of a famous play that was performed in Mindanao in the eighties. It presents a story of love in the context of traditions, powerful groups and people. Today I often repeat to myself the same question: Peace where are you?” A few days ago a military of the
Searching for Peace in Mindanao between Martial Law and Violence Read More »
Following an Indian tradition that invites men to abandon their houses and live in the forest at the age of sixty, I put myself in the spirit of living a new stage of my life to experience a deeper union with God and make Job’s cry my own. (Job 42:5) “ I had heard of
Basic Course 2018 • Angwani, Hazel Jean P. • Alam, Marvin s. • Amora, Yolleces • Arienza, Ma. Fe Corazon P. • Avenido, Jessie James • Calumpang, Emerson M. • Coyme, Jack • Dela Peña, Trinidad A. • Hamid, Elcid S. • Hermosada, Jerome • Leproso, Sr. Nelida, OND. • Limen, Jouana Marie T. •
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Basic Course 2017 • Ajibun, Shernalyn A. • Akmad, Sara-Jane H. • Alberto, Lizel F. • Avenido, Carlos P. • Ayaton, Aldrin R. • Bandigan, Sr. Eufrocina M.A • Clores, Vimar • Concha, Marlyne C. • Demol, Francis Anthony S. • Indangan, Agustin Jr. M. • Irijin,Rehana T. • Jadjuli, Nurata H. • Lopez, Teofilo
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Basic Course Melissa a. Ahari Teresita R. Disto, OND Mobin L. Laudin Alsaham T. Abdurajik Haidar I. Fairujie Albaseir J. Lim Sauda I. Imlana Ruaida J. Imlana Marvin G. Cenas Joseph Ryan L. Bulalhog Elmo M. Melo Ronald S. Subingsubing Marlou A. Villanueva Vincent Crist S. Lipayo Giovanni B. Bautista July P. Zambrano Francis SJ.
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Special Course 2015 May-10-2015 to May-16-2015 Samsal, Yasser-Asil Jr. Dicay Ringor, Ma. Gloria C. Abduljalil, Alnasvier I. Blancia, DC , Sr. Rochelie V. Fernandez, Jay Riz T. Tapel, CMF, Derrick Russel Q. Bahia,Jr., CMF, Sandy N. Cagaanan, CMF, Jo Stephen C. Delgado, Sanny Boy G. Sanson, SRA, Sr. M. Isabel M. Formentera, SRA, Sr. Julie
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Special Course 2014 Mar-18-2014 to Mar-24-2014 Hussin, Fattra J Lapasaran , Omar H. Palahang , Elmer L. Solis, Corazon O. Asid, Satta Abdulaup Vicente, Jeniffer Balaoro Bayona, Mildred Marquez Sahibil, Nur-ain L. Magaso, Violeta C. Balahim, Essam Yunus Lapasaran , Saida Maruhom, Sultan Maguid Climaco, Lourdes Jane Salem Montebon, Virginia E. Rojas, Richard Cablayan Sagario,
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Special Course 2013 May-5-2013 to May-10-2013 Hussin, Fattra J Magaso, Maphilindon S. Banua, Edna Isnani Sahibil, Nur-ain L. Alang, Ed. D. , Normina S. Musa, Ismael I. Angnie, Imam Haron Imran Dalupang, Abdul Maksood Luceño, Judith C. Wadi, Prof. Julkipli Espinosa, ED.D., Erlinda C. Montebon, Virginia E. Santander, Rezamie Empestan Toquero, Rolly T. Collantes, CNF,
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Intensive Course 2012 May-20-2012 to May-26-2012 Layong, Eidelwashief Varquez, CMF, Sunny Macagaan, Ailannie D. Arumpac, Almayrah T. Bulaclac, Sharon O. Macatanong , Aslainee T. Cortel, Bryan C. Magalona, OFM, Isidro Eric B. Go, Don Dominique Marco Antonio S. Balahim, Essam Yunus Omar, Fermina Y. Subing, Sherhana J. Fernandez, Hamimar J. Fagel, Jr., MJ, Primo M.
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Special Course 2010 May-16-2010 to May-22-2010 Kiram, Myrla S Solomon, Jerick M. Abubakar, Michael S. Adilao, Nor Asiah M. Bulaqueña, Rosel B. Cabardo, Soledad S. Calixto, Shiela May S. Cosain, Rasmila M. Dela Cruz, Dorely Eliza Paradero Gaid, Maria Rosario U. Delosa, Leodelyn V. Ignacio, Sharon Rose B. Iraji, Aldison T. Jaranilla, Delma D. Kiram,
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Special Course 2009 May-24-2009 to May-30-2009 Hussin, Fattra J Verallo, D.C., Ma. Pedrosa O. Falcasantos, MMB, Aurora A. Trillo, CM, Esperlita L. Abdul, Al-zukri A. Abid, Guianipa D. Acosta, OND, Anita G. Alih, Tutoh-al S. Anqui III, Teodoro L. Bangayciso, Joel S. Disto, OND, Teresita R. Guerra, Pakkal S. Hasim, Sitti Aiza A. Lim, Macdenik
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There is a great need to remind all in our society the need to become people of dialogue in the midst of divisions and conflicts. Often dialogue is presented as a strategy, but if we go to a deeper level of the spiritual experience of dialogue it becomes an expression of LOVE. Thus, dialoguer is
The Dream of SILSILAH about DIALOGUE and PEACE? Read More »
The Silsilah Dialogue Movement along the years has formed thousands of Muslims and Christians through different Silsilah Summer Courses and trainings and always the focal point of the formation is the Culture of Dialogue, Path to Peace. Along the years, we have been exploring how to make this understanding of the Culture of Dialogue to
TULAY BATA for Dialogue and Peace Read More »
Silsilah Intensive Course 2008, Cagayan De Oro City Agne, Gil Arances, Ryan S. Bajade, Josefina V. Barrientos, Prisco L. Cabanero, Noneth P. Cadorna, Andres Yap Daba, Ingrid C. Ebajay, Jr., Bong Sanguila, Jamila Aisha Pestolante Bacug, Jihan Samporna Linog, Alibasher Omar Espinola, Sittie Azliah D. Ga, Abdul Gener, Paulo Javier Lisondra, Cecelia A. Magasin, Jun
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Intensive Course 2007 May-17-2007 to May-23-2007 Basilla, Michelle B Orot, Judith Crausus Abdulkahal, Aldamir Usman Jaynos, Rosendo J Sappari, Rasma J. Belarmino, Maria Soledad A. Benitez Jr., Pascual D. Catabay, Wilson Q. Etang, Danny Boy L. Figueroa, Sr. Ma. Teresita G. Ibno, Analyn I. Iribarnegaray, Deanna Rose Jesus, Michael Rajah Laranjo, Jovencio P. Lorilla, OND,
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Silsilah Intensive Course 2006, Davao City May-25-2006 to May-25-2006 Adel, Ronnie Imao Ampuan, Ahmad Ginhar Tabuclin, Mercedita Sakay Usman, Esmail Sarmaya Samar, Mateo Jr. Javellana Nobles, Vivien Emani, Coniela A. Mahilum, Reynaldo G. Mawas, Joerre A. Payumo, Marites C. Gulisan, Imam Eldio A. Acalal, Datu Ladja Allan Ali, Abubakar Arendain, Hermeinn Asis, Edith Baino, Joan
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Special Course 2005 May-10-2005 to May-16-2005 Asid, Satta Abdulaup Elam, Juludy Asion Glynn, Fr. Paul Mambuay , Amina T. Jamilon , Gomanic Mohammad Alih, Misbah Sammay Sotto, DSA, Sr. Marianela Alatrista Askali , Satra Adjad Laureto, Jed Dingal, Jusan Ulep Ramos, Gaia Lasina Caday, Remy B. Cantos, RVM, Sr. Ma. Teresita S. Engtiao, Judith C.
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Special Course 2004 May-10-2004 to May-16-2004 Abarquez, Maria Lourdes D. Hussin, Nurhana Sahak Amil, Padil S Amilhamja, Ahmed J Arias, SX, Fr. Guillermo Basul, Anna Marie T Grande, Marlon Calusor Dinggi, Madzna Bandon Ringor, Ma. Gloria C. Macapuji, Rowena Jalmaani Luceño, Evelyn C. Samson, Aileen B. Mambuay , Amina T. Jamilon , Gomanic Mohammad Aquiatan,
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Special Course 2003 May-10-2003 to May-16-2003 Loong, Omar Muqtar H. Edding, Al-Jihan R. Asid, Benhur Abdulaup Rocamora , Eustaquio R. Paypa, Opel Coleta, Neil Vincent F. Diaz Jr., Juanito D. Dinggi, Bashrie B. Edding, Rosini B. Franco, Filoteo B. Galabin, Arnel V. Gaudicos, Sr. Ma. Gemelina T. Habibon, Josephine C. Hoffdahl, Hanzel C. Ignacio, Maximo
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Intensive Course 2002 May-17-2002 to May-23-2002 Ocso, Veronica M. Abadiano, Benjamin D. Abdulkadir, Badrodin S. Albacite, Janelle D Amurao, Rober C. Arguello, STJ, Sr. Maria J Damsid, Maureen Julain Ruiz, Gregoria A. Blah, Anisa D. Caggauauan, Rowena E. Dos, Candelaria C. Ganion, Ronalyn M. Hebo, SVD, Fr. Nelson M. Juanitez., OND, Sr. Celsa A. Ledesma,
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Special Course 2001 May-10-2001 to May-16-2001 Go, Elsie Palubon Quisai, Nurhayam Aming Dinggi, Mc Cormick Asnong Oñate, Virginia Reynado Pescadera, Jose Jelor A. Abas, Zuhairah A. Abu, Marybel J Alam, Luther A Alonto, Almahdi G. Amancio, Emmanuel B. Babano, Isagani M. Candido, Sr., Fr. Ferdinand Dinggi, Madzna Bandon Lim, Zenaida T. Ruedas, DC, Sr. Ma.
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Intensive Course 2000 May-17-2000 to May-23-2000 Lopez, SSpS, Sr. Diomar O. Adilao, Nor Asiah M. Achacoso, ICM, Sr. Elizel P. Adil, Jimmy Y Afdal, Eugene A Alih, Hayudini A Atendido, Jacinta U Samar, Mateo Jr. Javellana Cabanting, Eliza F. Ceballos, Joseph S. Cumpio, OND, Sr. Sofia A. D’Cruz, FSC, Bro. Johnn. N. Dolor, Jose Ferdinand
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Special Course 1999 May-10-1999 to May-16-1999 Infante, RA, Rose Peter R. Abdula, Al-Razel M. Alam, Luther A Albarracin, Estelita Bahala, Nestor S Banglos, Gudioso J Ringor, Ma. Gloria C. Batairwa, Fr. Paul Baleroso , Sr. Nanie A. Montebon, Virginia E. Alidon, Albina A. Belotindos, DC, Sr. Rosalinda B. Benito, Zenaida C. Catarata, Rev, Thomas H.
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Summer Course 1988 Apr-1-1988 to May-30-1988 Grajo, Carmen G. Abundol, Julius Alere, DC, Sr. Mae T. Armour, Malcolm Asama, Asuncion C Ayugat, ICM, Sr. Josephine L Banga, Fr. Salvador B Tampos, Tarcisia A Buscas, Hermelina R. Saño, Aminda Escala Yanoc , Florescito E. Jamahali, Prof. Isnani Mas, Araceli C. Bottignolo, PIME, Fr. Bruno Bruno, PIME,
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Intensive Course 1997 May-17-1997 to May-23-1997 Francisco, Dr. Norma T. Abas, OFM, Fr. Rolando Abia, Alex T. Ablaza, Ernesto S. Aiyub, Alih Sakaluran Alejandro, Louino V Balingkit, MA, Sr. Leticia M. Dinggi, Madzna Bandon Alvarez, Jose Miguel Pangan, Mona Lisa Mendez, Fr. Albert T. Laureto, Jed Quiamjot, Fr. William D. Batairwa, Kubuya Paulin Bonifacio, FI,
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Special Course 1996 May-10-1996 to May-16-1996 Alcarde, Sinon C. Bagnuran, Veus T Duncombe, Rev. Jude A. Solijon, Sr. Lou Montebon, Virginia E. Nicelli, PIME, Fr. Paolo Cabatingan, Elmer P. Canda, Umal A. Cordero, Ulysses P. Dapulan, Duco M. Gador, Jr., Hilario L. Geonaga, Felix Jose P. Glimada, Lorna L. Kamansa, Salem Luminado, Arnold G. Martinez,
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Special Course 1995 May-10-1995 to May-16-1995 Alejandro, Dante S. Almedilla, Fr. Cosme Damian R. Amilhasan, Jaida A Bagatua, Alfredo B Boloron, Bernardo M. Bugao, Benilda H. Cristobal, Alma F. Dinggi, Sittisara B. Flores, Nelian C. Jakaria, Alkhodari P. Laurente, Norlin Mie G. Malasa, Cesar C. Nalg, Abdulkadir G. Oniot, Alexander E. Pardillada, Reynaldo M. Pedregosa,
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Grajo, Carmen G. Santos, RGS, Sr. Ma. Catalina Abdulla, Suaida M. Aca-ac, Arthur T Ahmad, Hadji Minda T Alejandro, Dante S. Alilin, Vilma D Ardimer, Manolito S Bagaloyos, Ferdinand P Balaoing, Florence G Sampang, Datu Amilpasa Damiles, Estrella Oro, Oliver P. Bibal, OND, Sr. Madeleine V. Carancio, Valnorie C. Cribin, David A. Dequito, Leah P.
Special Course 1994 May-10 to May-16 Read More »
Abdurajak, Nena C Adug, Hatta A Alam, Luther A Tiblani, Arabia Dinggi Kim, SJ, Fr. Peter Bungkac, Casdiatol G. Cifria, Daniel A. Dinggi, Desdimona B. Dionaldo, Anita A. Fernandez, Jr., Nicanor T. Juaini, Edga A. Madali, Al-Sha N. Martinez, ICM, Sr. Patricia F. Quilala dela Cruz, Virginia T. Salikala, Ismuraja T. Saño, Myrna E. Tagala,
Special Course 1993 May-2-1993 to May-21-1993 Read More »
Quisai, Nurhayam Aming Abdulgani, Harija C. Adug, Hatta A Banga, Nestor S Bayno Jr, Felipe M Alimbuyong, Isidro Braña, Sr. Ma. Delia S. Cabardo, Sr. Natalie B. Cadutdut, Eduardo V. Canama, Edgar S. Cañete, Ariel J. Ceniza, Laila M. Cue, MSP, Kent Reynold D. De Guzman, Mary Jane G. Estorion, Sr. Ma. Elizabeth T. Gamutan,
Summer Course 1992 Apr-1-1992 to May-30-1992 Read More »
Quisai, Nurhayam Aming Abdulgani, Harija C. Adug, Hatta A Banga, Nestor S Bayno Jr, Felipe M Alimbuyong, Isidro Braña, Sr. Ma. Delia S. Cabardo, Sr. Natalie B. Cadutdut, Eduardo V. Canama, Edgar S. Cañete, Ariel J. Ceniza, Laila M. Cue, MSP, Kent Reynold D. De Guzman, Mary Jane G. Estorion, Sr. Ma. Elizabeth T. Gamutan,
Summer Course 1992 Apr-1-1992 to May-30-1992 Read More »
Ruiz, Jr., Fr. Adriano J. Aberilla, Arlene Asmad, Jamlud M. Ballista, Elna V Jacinto, Fr. Francis Edwin Rosales, Prof. Edgardo Cabuntucan, MSP, Jimmy Canonizado, OMI, Fr. Joel Cansilan, Antonietta Cayongcat, Baicon B. Dasmariñas, Dreda Teresa M. David, ICM, Sr. Amelia G. Detera, MSP, Rolando Divinagracia, Bibiano B. Dujali, MSP, Alfonso Galang, SRA, Sr. Jane A.
Summer Course 1991 Apr-1-1991 to May-30-1991 Read More »
Grajo, Carmen G. Ferrer, SVD, Fr. Felix S. Jammang, Adarla Tiblani Camlian, Jojo Ferrer, Fr. Lex Benito, Zenaida C. Cabatuan, Fr. Julito Conception, MSP, Fr. Crisalex Coronado, CICM, Victorino dela Cruz, Simplicio T. Duque, Agnes Demetria Elago, MSP, Fr. Roberto Ruben Gonsalvez, Sr. M. Roselima Hashim, Prof. Abdillah E. Imlani, Ustadz Ali S. Jimenez, Josie
Summer Course 1990 Apr-1-1990 to May-30-1990 Read More »
Tagud, Jr., Wilfredo Jammang, Adarla Tiblani Abdurajak, Abdulgafar Agustino, Adriano C Moreno, SJ, Fr. Antonio F. Buisan, Pagayao “Garry” D. Yanoc , Florescito E. Sales, Lilia Bernaldez, MSP, Fr. Evergisto Coros, Aurea T Datucan, Michael S. Dela Cruz, MSP, Bernabe Duaban Jr., MSP, Filomeno Edullantes, Fr. Junjie Gabijan, Cresencia Imlani, Ustadz Ali S. Kabamalan, Cirio
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Grajo, Carmen G. Jammang, Adarla Tiblani Aldanondo, MMB, Sr. Josephine Tingkao, Asalamia Damiles, Estrella R. Buscas, Hermelina R. Saño, Aminda Escala Sales, Lilia Gatchalian, Rachel L. Mas, Araceli C. Bucu, Sr. Angelina L. Carpio, Ma. Elena C. Climaco, Esperanza A. Dela Cruz, Ramon F. Dela Cruz, Radaza Drusilla P. Dizon, Emerita Q. Duque, Reynaldo P.
Summer Course 1987 Apr-1-1987 to May-30-1987 Read More »
The 34th Anniversary of Silsilah this year in Zamboanga City was a new occasion of gathering of members and friends with the Muslim and Christian coordinators of the Silsilah Forum areas. They are those who spread the spirit of dialogue and peace on behalf of the Movement on the national level, especially in Mindanao. This
A touching story of the Spiritual Journey of a Muslim in Silsilah Read More »
Silsilah Dialogue Movement started the practice of sharing joy and happiness during the Christmas season with the children of less-privileged families living in the areas surrounding Harmony Village. Over the years this has become a yearly tradition. 500 chosen children from families of different faith affiliations in the communities living in the areas surrounding Harmony
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This message comes from Mindanao, Philippines and it is the voice of a Movement that in 1984 started to invite, especially Muslims and Christians, but also people of other living faiths, to build together a “chain”/”link” (Silsilah) of love convinced that all of us are part of the same human family, created by the same
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April and May are the months of the Philippine summer; this is the time when schools go for the long summer break. In Silsilah the months of April and May are the months when the Silsilah Summer Course is normally run. This has been so since 1987 and up to the present. Holding the course
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On May 9, 2018, we celebrate the 34th Anniversary of the Silsilah Dialogue Movement. It is our desire to give a special attention to this occasion to strengthen the many links/chains (Silsilah) that the Movement has initiated along the years. Those who ask us if the situation is improving in the area of dialogue and
SILSILAH, A SIGN OF HOPE IN THE MIDST OF DIVISIONS AND CONFLICTS Read More »
The link of Silsilah with the Subanon tribal groups of Zamboanga Peninsula started in 1977 when Fr. Sebastiano D’Ambra, PIME, founder of the Silsilah Dialogue Movement, arrived in Siocon, Zamboanga Del Norte for his first mission in Mindanao. The death of Timuay Bakil Gumandao last April 13, 2018 is a great loss for all of
SPIRITUALITY AND PEACE WORK – ISA April 11, 2018-03-11 Thank you for inviting me to this gathering to present PEACE WORK IN THE TRADITION AND CONTEXT OF ISLAMIC COMMUNITIES. Reflecting on this theme I decided to develop this theme focusing on PEACE WORK IN ISLAM BEFORE AND NOW: SIGNS OF FEAR AND HOPE IN THE PHILIPPINES INTRODUCTION During
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Around the world, the news of the Marawi Siege that started on May 23rd 2017 has created many alarming questions of the violent extremism that ISIS and Maute Groups justified in the name of a certain understanding of Islam. In many parts of the Philippines and in the world, Muslim religious leaders and all leaders
The Silsilah Dialogue Movement starts this new program to answer the increasing requests and need of information and formation, especially leaders, including religious Muslim and Christian leaders, on the impact of multi-cultural and multi-religious society with many contradictions of a materialistic society without God and of “violent extremism” justified by a wrong perception of God.
Silsilah’s special Program on Muslim-Christian Dialogue 2018 Read More »
During a recent visit to Marawi with a group of friends of Silsilah and some of the Ateneo Xavier University I realized, once again, that the future peace in Mindanao will be a long journey. I am convinced of this and with patience I have moved along the years from, 1984 up to now, with
The celebration of the World Interfaith Harmony Week (WIHW) this year in Zamboanga was blessed with many activities organized and sponsored by different partners of the United Nations Interfaith Harmony Partners- Zamboanga (UNI-HP-Z). The partners this year are 35 who represent most of the government and private sectors of education and different institutions who joined
The United Nations (UN) Resolution of October 20, 2010 recognized “the imperative need for dialogue among different faiths and religions to enhance mutual understanding, harmony and cooperation among people.” This inspired the Silsilah Dialogue Movement to celebrate the World Interfaith Harmony Week (WIHW) every first week of February. The groundbreaking celebration of the WIHW in
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I was invited by the city Jail of Zamboanga last December 19, 2017 to give a message as founder of the Silsilah Dialogue Movement in a graduation program of a group of ninety six (96) prisoners, men and women, who have completed six months formation training of Silsilah on the “CULTURE OF DIALOGUE, ITS ROLE
SILSILAH MISSION IN THE CITY JAIL OF ZAMBOANGA: Formation Program and Touching Stories. Read More »
Today there is the temptation to reduce Christmas to an external celebration that is not the real message of Christmas. There is also the temptation to ignore the faith differences between Christianity and Islam about Jesus. Both cases have to be properly considered. Indeed we are different in faith in this specific celebration. For the
Today there is the temptation to reduce Christmas to an external celebration that is not the real message of Christmas. There is also the temptation to ignore the faith differences between Christianity and Islam about Jesus. Both cases have to be properly considered. Indeed we are different in faith in this specific celebration. For the
Following the annual tradition of Silsilah to send a message to Christians on the occasion of Advent and Christmas time and to the Muslims on the month of Ramadhan, Silsilah focuses this message now to the Christians in this special time and to the Muslims who journey together with the Christians, especially in Mindanao. This
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[smartslider3 slider=2] There is no need to mention the details, but this reflection is to join many in the world who have expressed indignation and pain over the Maguindanao Massacre of November 23. This day will mark forever a dark day in the history of Mindanao. For those like us in Silsilah who have been working hard for many years to promote
Silsilah Reflection on the November 23 massacre | Dec 2, 2009 Read More »
(The Silsilah Dialogue Movement advocates not only for Muslim-Christian dialogue but also dialogue with other religions. It helps us to understand a religion a bit more when we are able to look into the thoughts of religious leaders in that religion. It is with this thought that we print here an excerpt of a speech given
Human Rights and Universal Responsibility | Dec 9, 2009 Read More »
Following the annual tradition of Silsilah to send a message to Christians on the occasion of Advent and Christmas time and to the Muslims on the month of Ramadhan, Silsilah focuses this message now to the Christians in this special time and to the Muslims who journey together with the Christians, especially in Mindanao. This
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Since 2007 when the open letter (A Common Word) of 138 Muslim scholars was sent to Pope Benedict XVI and other Christian leaders of the world, the Silsilah Dialogue Movement welcomed the initiative and spread the message publishing the book “ A Common Word Between Us and You” (Silsilah Publications) with the full text of
Since 2007 when the open letter (A Common Word) of 138 Muslim scholars was sent to Pope Benedict XVI and other Christian leaders of the world, the Silsilah Dialogue Movement welcomed the initiative and spread the message publishing the book “ A Common Word Between Us and You” (Silsilah Publications) with the full text of
This is a special time for us in Mindanao. On one side there is the fear of an increasing terrorism and the spread of the ISIS and Maute “ideology”. On the other side, the initiatives of Christian – Muslim dialogue are more visible also among Muslim religious leaders who condemn the “terrorism” and the use
“The Sultan and the Saint”: A lesson for Muslims and Christians in Mindanao Read More »
This is a special time for us in Mindanao. On one side there is the fear of an increasing terrorism and the spread of the ISIS and Maute “ideology”. On the other side, the initiatives of Christian – Muslim dialogue are more visible also among Muslim religious leaders who condemn the “terrorism” and the use
“The Sultan and the Saint”: A lesson for Muslims and Christians in Mindanao Read More »
by: Fr. Sebastiano D’Ambra, PIME I – Introduction The Silsilah School of Holistic Care answers the urgent challenge to revisit the natural and spiritual needs and aspirations of each person, especially now in the present situation of different forms of violence. This is the time to understand more the root cause of violence present
In an age of rampant terrorism, Islamophobia, and prejudices between Christians and Muslims, Sebastiano D’Ambra’s life, dream, and works for peace serve as inspiration in this battered and hurting world. D’Ambra cried out for peace, dreamed of peace, and worked for peace between Muslims and Christians in the Philippines for the whole length of his
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Last September 29, 2017, Silsilah launched the Dialogue with Creation Partners Movement as part of the ongoing effort to promote the four pillars of its spirituality of life in dialogue: Dialogue with God, Dialogue with the Self, with Others and with Creation. The Dialogue with Creation has been always one of the focuses of dialogue
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Last September 29, 2017, Silsilah launched the Dialogue with Creation Partners Movement as part of the ongoing effort to promote the four pillars of its spirituality of life in dialogue: Dialogue with God, Dialogue with the Self, with Others and with Creation. Last September 29, 2017, Silsilah launched the Dialogue with Creation Partners Movement
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I write this open letter as a friend in solidarity with you who suffer for what is going on in our beautiful land of Mindanao. I dare to say “our beautiful land” even if I am Italian, but I have been in Mindanao since 1977 and I am still here in Zamboanga. This gives me
An open letter to Muslim Religious Leaders of Mindanao Read More »
I write this open letter as a friend in solidarity with you who suffer for what is going on in our beautiful land of Mindanao. I dare to say “our beautiful land” even if I am Italian, but I have been in Mindanao since 1977 and I am still here in Zamboanga. This gives me
An open letter to Muslim Religious Leaders of Mindanao Read More »