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DXCR ISSUE Part2 Devotional: …………………………..………”My Creator God”…….…….………..…… Lillian C. Javellana Editor’s Thoughts: ....... “Happy 40th Anniversary, DXCR Hope Radio”... Joy Caballero-Gadia

DXCR Station Managers Past & Present ……………………………………………………….. Campfire Chat Manny Mullaneda | Eddie Zamora | Ric Abordo | Job Tanamal | Jimmie Solis | Jun Rivera DXCR Stories From:

1. Paul Penaranda ……………………………………………………..…. DXCR: A Miracle. A Blessing. A Legacy 2. Melodie Mae Karaan ……………………………………………………. Gaining Lasting Values from DXCR 3. Ric Abordo …………………………………………………………………….. DXCR’s Impact on the Community 4. Don Richards Generato ………………………………..……………… DXCR: Touching Lives for Eternity 5. Joy Caballero-Gadia ……………………….……………………………………………….. Keep DXCR On-The-Air 6. Job Tanamal ………………………………………………………..………………………….. On The Technical Side 7. Manny Mullaneda ………………………………………………………………………………… Telling On The Air

SULADS Corner ............................................................................................................................................. The Reflector

HILLTOP News …………………………………………………………………………………….…………………. Group Effort DXCR Today:

1. On-Air Bloopers 2 …………………………………………..……………………………………………….. Joint Effort 2. How to contact DXCR ……………………………………………………………………………………………………….. 3. Sampling DXCR Programs ………………..…………….………………………………………………… Joint Effort

ALUMNI RESPONSE

1. Opinion Poll: My fond memories of DXCR …………………………………………………..…… Join Effort 2. DXCR Prayer Warriors (e-small group forming) …………………………………………………….. 3. New Computer for DXCR …………………………………………………………………………. Manny Mullaneda

CLOSING: Announcements |From The Mail Bag| Prayer Requests | Acknowledgements | Meet The Editors |Closing Thoughts

Welcome! To the DXCR ISSUE Part2 of Cyberflashes!

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DEVOTIONAL: “My Creator God” "Create in me a clean heart , O God; and renew a right spirit within me."

Psalms 51:10 KJV

had barely sat down at my desk when I heard my name paged over the intercom. It was the nursing supervisor asking for my assistance to start an intravenous line on one of our residents. To be honest, I was annoyed at first when I knew who needed the line. A couple of weeks prior I

was asked to start an intravenous line on the same resident so I knew she was a very difficult stick. She is a frail elderly woman whose body is debilitated by Multiple Sclerosis and other co-morbidities. She is unhappy and very anxious. She is one of those who do not really appreciate a "godly conversation". Back then it took me more than thirty minutes to finally establish a line on her after a few attempts since she did not have any accessible veins! And now she has to go through it all over again. I felt so sorry for her. And I was upset at the charge nurses for not knowing enough about her so they could have asked the doctor to approach her treatment differently. But as I sat there mumbling loudly to myself, I was reminded. I remembered that each time the RN nursing supervisor asked me for assistance with difficult intravenous insertion it always turned out to be a witnessing opportunity for me to share Jesus to the residents, to their families and to my co-workers as I point them to our Creator God. It gave me the opportunity to remind them that God had created them including their veins and knew where they are as I humbly ask Him to guide my hands. And God always answered my prayers and gave me the privilege to thank Him and praise Him right then and there. I have realized that He has given me this gift so His name could be glorified. As I sat there reflecting back on how the Lord had guided me, I was rebuked. I was looking upon my inefficiency, failing to look upon His efficiency and capability. So I stood up as now I silently talk to God in my heart, "Okay, Lord, You just have to give her new veins because I know she doesn't have accessible ones. YOU are in control." I walked speedily towards her room. I came into her room and politely greeted her, aware of her discomfort and pain caused by the infection that now had invaded her frail body again. And there they were, as I looked upon her frail hands; bluish, distended, juicy veins laying underneath her fragile skin! I was humbled. I told her, "you have good veins, they were not there before." So I shared her how I prayed for God to give her new veins so she can receive her medications to treat her infections, and how God has answered my prayer. As I finally anchored and secured gently the intravenous line with the final tape, and as I uttered "Thank You, Jesus" she uttered "Thank You Lord". Then she chuckled happily as she stated, "You said, thank You Jesus, and I said, 'Thank You, Lord' ". We both smiled. Yes, Jesus indeed is the Lord of our lives. And I knew that He has touched her heart, as well as mine! Jesus, our Creator God is still in the business of creation, not just new veins, but New HEARTS! Praise God! "My heart is fixed, O God, my heart is fixed: I will sing and give praise." Psalms 57:7 KJV

Lillian C. Javellana | BSN’81 | Palmdale, California.

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EDITOR’S THOUGHTS or the past 6 weeks, DXCR alumni and the current station crew met online to collaborate together on the DXCR Issue of Cyberflashes. Last week, Part I was released. This week’s issue is Part II. I want to thank all who participated in this 6-week-long project and those who made a commitment

to continue helping help keep DXCR on the air. Some housekeeping issues: Last week, for our backdrop we used an imaginary DXCR Family Reunion Camping to celebrate the station’s 40th Anniversary which is on October 6, 2013. We imagined that DXCR alumni from all over the world came for the reunion; airfare, visas, schedules, none of those were a problem. Testimonies “said” were actually articles written and submitted by DXCR alumni identified. Now, I received some emails which I would like to address here in a Q&A format. 1. Q: “Why were we not aware of the said reunion?” A: Because it was imaginary. The camping did not happen. As explained last week all discussion and collaboration was one on Facebook and email. 2. Q: “Why were some DXCR leaders not mentioned?” A: Last week was Part I. This is Part II. Hopefully everyone will be mentioned, however, some former DXCR leaders did not submit an article. I cannot make them “speak at the campfire chat” if they never wrote anything since everyone who shared a testimony actually shared that by writing it. Does that make sense? 3. Q: “Were others offered the opportunity to contribute to this project?” A: Yes. Close to 5,000 MVC alumni were sent a written invitation multiple times . Thank you to those who sent me feedback about their concerns. Thank you also to those who sent encouragement.

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Why do I love DXCR? The reasons are many but here’s the oldest reason:

he moonlight bathed the cornfield with light. The cow and her calf idly stood under the two cacao trees, mournfully looking at the field as my Grandpa worked with the bull to plow the furrows in between the growing corn. Grandma had finished cooking breakfast. The smell of

stove fire teased our nostrils and its glowing embers slowly roasted 2 small pieces of dried fish which we bought from the traveling salesman who stopped by the farm yesterday. My little brother and I had our jackets on as Bukidnon can be very cold before daybreak. We sat on the bamboo floor of my grandparents’ farm house, enjoying the quietness, and sipping hot sikuwate (real cocoa) which we helped grind from cocoa beans to “tableya” a few days ago. Phil and I were both waiting for a very long time now for the sun to come out so that we could feed the chickens, play with the goats, and count how many eggs were in the chickens’ nests today. Suddenly, the old wooden radio at the corner of the kitchen table crackled to life startling all of us. Heavenly music started pouring in from DXCR. My grandma stared at the radio for a few seconds then burst out merrily in laughter. Then ran to the window to call Grandpa home. “Do! DXCR just came on air!” she called out loudly so that Grandpa could hear from the cornfield. We saw Grandpa pause. Then he parked the bull right next to the cow and her calf and he came into the house laughing. “But I thought DXCR was down!” He laughed with Grandma. Turning to my brother and me who stood perplexed wondering what joke we had just missed, he explained: “Oh! DXCR’s transmitter always dies after a strong rain and since it rained hard yesterday we figured DXCR will be down today. Then last night we were awakened by the rooster crowing. We figured it was morning! We all got up, had worship, and started chores!” “What time is it anyway? When is the sun coming out?” my little brother tugged at grandpa’s arm, still thinking of counting the chicken eggs and playing with the goats. Grandma laughed harder, unable to answer “Oh! If DXCR just woke up, that means they will play the national anthem at 5:00AM and the sun will rise soon after,” Grandpa explained. “Do! We’ve all been awake since midnight thinking it was morning. The children have been waiting to visit the chickens and goats for a long time now!” Grandma tried to stifle her laughter. “How do you tell the time around here anyway?” My little brother was truly puzzled. “My dad and mom use a watch. Don’t you have a watch? Tell my dad to buy you one!” “Nope! We rely on roosters, the sun, and DXCR. If we get up when DXCR wakes up, then we will have enough time to do all the work around the farm. If we wait for the sun to wake us up, then it would be too hot to start working in the field. We will have lost too much precious time already. That is why we must get up when DXCR wakes up.” Grandpa explained to the two children. “And what happens when we rely on the roosters to wake us up?” Grandma spoke as she sipped some hot cocoa, her eyes dancing in mischief and humor.

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“Then we end up waking up at midnight,” knowingly concluded my oh-so-logical 4 year old brother before he added: “So what happens if DXCR doesn’t wake the farmers up? What happens if all the farmers have is the sun and the roosters to wake them up?” “Then the farmers will never get up early enough to do all the chores. And everyone will go hungry because the farmers are the ones who grow all the food.” Grandpa explained. “Grandma? What happens if DXCR is gone forever and ever?” I worried. “DXCR belongs to God. God placed DXCR there. As long as God can still use the station, it will continue to be there,” Grandma reassured us. “And when you grow up, perhaps you can work in DXCR and help wake the farmers up!” “Hahay!” Grandpa sighed. “Let’s go eat breakfast then we will all go take the cows to the river for a drink. You bring your dirty clothes so that you can do the laundry at the spring while the cows drink from the river. We will bring the radio so that we can head home when the news comes on.” “Swimming!” squealed my little brother, jumping up and down.

“Fishing!” I raced to find the fishing pole my cousin Charlie Caballero had made for me the day before. I grinned when I remembered that my cousins Charlie & Collins were coming to the farm today and will join us for the trip to the Manupali River. I made a mental note to make sure to bring the wooden radio with us so that we could take DXCR with us to the river. That’s how I first fell in love with DXCR. Later when I returned to the Philippines for college, I got to work at DXCR. I experienced my first panel interview at the station (that is a humorous story), I got to have my own program “Campus News” and I got to find my own news items, write my own script, and broadcast the stories myself. I also got fired from DXCR at the end of that semester because I failed to learn how to speak English with a more Filipino accent, no matter how hard I tried and practiced. (But that is a separate story about a defining moment in life that made me a much stronger person. I’ve used that story when giving a motivational speech in front of some military personnel during a diversity rally. --Joy Caballero-Gadia

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Scenario: Let’s go back to our imaginary camping trip. See the two pictures of the stream? You took those photos. You are at the camp with all the DXCR alumni from around the world. The group is celebrating the 40th Anniversary of DXCR. In last week’s issue, you experienced Friday night in camp. Vespers was a testimonial meeting around the campfire. In this week’s issue, we shall experience Sabbath at camp. You ready?

ur campsite is in the woods high in the mountain. Temperate zone. Autumn season is here! For some, this is the first time they are eveexperiencing the majesty of autumn, its crisp cool air, the scents of pine, apples, and harvest, and the kaleidoscope of colors everywhere!

You woke up at dawn today and enjoyed a one-of-a-kind sunrise. You enjoyed the stillness and took a little hike. There is a river near the camp but it is the little stream nearby that you really like taking pictures of. Notice the burst of colors!! Moss on the rocks are moist and thick; perhaps 3 to 4 inches thick like a carpet. No acorns could be found; perhaps the squirrels had stored them away. Perhaps it will be a very cold winter. Sabbath School was not your usual kind. Small groups (units) had been formed. Each group had a serious study on present truth topics. The discussion was lively; scriptures and Spirit of Prophecy were studied closely. The hour of worship itself was very solemn; the study was on Revelation 17:10-11. Pastor Ian Catolico was the speaker. During the altar call, many people rededicated themselves to God and made a solemn commitment to be true and faithful to the Creator God. And now, after lunch, the group is hiking. You hike with your own “unit”, bonding with them, making new friends and learning from each other. During the hike, your unit stops at different places (“stations”) where short classes are taught: Ed Zamora teaches a short nature study about ferns and moss. Leigh Ferrer teaches a short class on photography. Jimmie Solis teaches a short class on maples and maple syrup. Finally, you arrive at an orchard with a sign declaring it state certified as “ORGANIC.” The owners are fans of DXCR Live Streaming (online listening); they welcome your unit to their home. You have been expected. Bushels of the crunchiest pears are offered to you. The other units arrive and they too are welcomed. You pick 6 of the biggest pears from a bushel and place 5 in your backpack for later. The pear you hold is HUGE! – reminds you of those carabao mangoes back home. You find a fallen log in a nearby meadow and sit on it. Using your pocketknife, you start slicing your pear into bite size pieces. Your pear is so crispy and sweet, like apple guava or young papaya. You wonder out loud if the pears in Heaven are this good – is it even possible to have something better than this? You did not realize you had spoken out loud until the gentleman sitting near you chuckles good-naturedly and joins in the conversation. You’ve seen his picture before. You know he is Manny Mullaneda, one of the station managers in DXCR’s past. You introduce yourself and ask him all sorts of questions about himself.

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DXCR STATION MANAGERS MANNY MULLANEDA shares:

did not graduate from Mountain View College. Instead, my privilege is to have worked with MVC and to have the feel of the campus and avail of Christian education! I enrolled in classes and the credits were added to the units I had already earned to graduate. In 1982 while at

MVC I received a call for me to work as Publishing Director in Northern Mindanao Mission with Headquarters in Cagayan de Oro City where I finished my course - Bachelors in Arts Degree at Cagayan de Oro Colleges. That's the life of a denominational worker: go and do the assigned task where the Lord leads. Earlier in my student life, I studied at Philippine Union College (Baesa Caloocan campus). But while there, the Western Mindanao Mission based in Ozamiz City called me to serve as Assistant Publishing Director. I said to myself: I study to prepare for employment, but now employment is the one courting me before graduation. I chose and jumped at the latter. And this resulted in delay of my finishing a college degree….

Back in 1974 while working as Publishing Director in Northeastern Mindanao Mission, the South Philippine Union Mission appointed me to work as DXCR station manager. I looked at it as a giant step for MVC to operate the lone Adventist radio station in the Philippines. Let me switch your mind's eye to some of DXCR's pioneering days. These were the challenge we faced and the root causes – but notice how God always made a way:

1. The "off and on" trend of the broadcast. The root causes: a. Insufficient electrical power during summer on account of less volume of water supply to

run the hydro-electric. This resulted in broken broadcast schedule. But prayers had more power than the hydroelectric power source. God's providential intervention was manifested in the completion of the new hydroelectric project at the Manopali River. When it was operational, the college administration assigned the old hydro for DXCR's exclusive use which enabled DXCR to carry on the day-to-day regularly scheduled programs.

b. Transmitter problem. DXCR in its infant stage got a second-hand transmitter from a US military base in Luzon. It was capable of operating with a power of 5,000 watts. But God prepared people on campus to run and operate the radio station. Our chief technician Brother Job Tanamal worked on the transmitter and did good job to make it run and operational. However, as the broadcast days went by, the transmitter experienced technical difficulties that caused the suspension of the broadcasts for a while. But the Lord made a way for DXCR to come back on the air again.

But this was a blessing in disguise! Yes the old second-hand transmitter frequently broke down which hindered the flow of the regularly scheduled programs. We had days of “silence on the air” Looking back, I now clearly realize that this was God’s way of preparing Brother Job to have the feel and understanding of transmitter’s behavior. He gained skills in troubleshooting and fixing the transmitter and other equipment at the station! What a blessing!

2. Funding. Fundraising is the lifeblood of the broadcast station. Visiting churches to promote DXCR posed a great challenge. This involved connection and personal relationship with people. It’s not enough to announce and call for support over the air.

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In my early months working and training with Mr. Pat Bato, the radio consultant from California, he took me to churches, homes of supporters and prospects. He drove the motorcycle while I rode on the back. Financial support was usually seasonal. During the harvest season, it would pour. Being non-commercial, DXCR relies on donations, gifts, and offerings for its financial support. So I made it a point that almost every Sabbath I visited a church. I would remind the brethren that DXCR is your station. It is our station. Let’s keep it alive! I remember a couple in Kulasihan who were inspired to donate a young cow to DXCR.

Our experiences were not always good but we had the confidence that “all things worked together for good to them that love God.” There must be night first, if we are to truly welcome the dawn. I still have mental note on the 113 souls that were reported baptized just within two years’ time, and if we traced their conversion, listening to DXCR airwaves had created a powerful impact in their knowing, loving, serving, and obeying the Lord. God intervenes in the midst of crisis, and will make a way where there is no way.”

--Manny Mulleneda writes from the State of New Jersey…. where he works as church elder of First Filipino SDA Church; Vice-president of Health and Education Foundation, Inc.; delegate to the United Nations conferences, seminar/workshops for NGOs at the United Nations headquarters in New York City; officer of MVC Tri-State Alumni Association. He was DXCR station manager 1974-1981.

ou sit on the log riveted at what Manny Mullaneda had just shared. You process two things: 1) There will be times of difficulties but God always provides for His children. 2) Each of us needs to pitch in and help keep DXCR on the air. We need to make a

personal commitment and partner with God and each other. We must take action. The crunchy pear lays forgotten on your lap as you think about HOW you can help support DXCR. Your mind keeps going back to the couple in Kulasihan who donated a young cow. Surely there has to be something you can do to help!! You are oblivious of the everyone who had joined you and listened to Manny Mullaneda speak.

EDDIE ZAMORA, shares his story:

rom an early age I had some interest in radio because growing up I remember my father usually tinkered with some form of radio. He built a crystal set from parts which he ordered from a catalog. It was a primitive form of radio where the operator searches for radio

stations by passing a wire whisker over a crystal. With it we used to listen to stations with the aid of headphones. Eventually my father assembled a real radio with a dial and speakers. When MVC proposed to build a radio station, I became interested in witnessing its beginnings and progress. The initial idea proposed by Job Tanamal was relatively simple, a small studio in one of the classrooms with two bamboo poles to serve as the antenna, and a small transmitter to broadcast to barrios close to MVC. The plans changed drastically when donations started coming in. The Lauda Studio was built first. I don’t remember dates but I believe this took place in the early 70s. Equipment started being brought in like turntables, tape decks, consoles, vinyl records, “Your Story Hour” tapes, “Voice of Prophecy Program” tapes etc. A large item that was put together was

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the antenna, from steel pipes and aluminum antenna pieces.. Then the real stuff was bought and brought to the campus, the transmitter unit. I remember four individuals who worked as consultants in preparing equipment and people for

actual broadcast work. Mr. Bolinger helped Job with things like the antenna, the setup of the

studio, etc. Then came Larry Losey, a student from Walla Walla College, who had experience as an announcer for the college station KGTS. He initially put together the equipment for the announcers booth~~ turntables, tape decks. consoles, microphones and other items an announcer might need. The turntables were not broadcast equipment, so he had to make modifications so that they could be cued to start playing music instantly just like broadcast quality turntables.

The third one was Orville Iversen. He had experience in radio broadcasting in Adventist institutions. He held classes so that the concepts he deemed necessary for a religious broadcast station would be learned by faculty and students who had interest in radio broadcasting. Some of

the teachers who attended the classes were Dr. Miriam Tumangday, the late Erlinda Sumalnap, Elsa Dayahan and Shaddy Santosidad. Larry Losey had to leave MVC so he could enroll at the Medical School of Loma Linda University so

Pat Batto, another experienced person came to take his place. Pat believed that for DXCR to successfully reach the local listeners the program should be in the vernacular, with most of the

programs to be broadcast in Cebuan. The Cebuan announcers were Mars Sigue with a disc

jockey type of program to start the working day. Another person was Elbert Moralde who did

the morning newscast. Shaddy Santosidad did the farming program while Elsa Dayahan produced the home-making pointers for the housewives. The other announcers who spoke other

dialects were JPM Tuburan who gave Ilonggo devotionals, Reuben Rafanan, Ilocano

devotionals, Jun Isberto, Tagalog music and Anavive Gayao, Saturday evening classical music program. Job Tanamal said that a test broadcast was scheduled to check how the equipment like the transmitter, the antenna, and the studio equipment would work. We eagerly waited for the first radio signals~~music or voice, that would emanate from the station. I had a small transistor radio which I tuned to 1330 kHz (the original approved frequency) to hear the first test broadcast. My wife and I even slept in one of the studios with other excited people to make sure we heard the first sound from the transmitter. After hours of fine-tuning of the different equipment, it was time to air real programs. I don’t remember who did the “sign on” announcement but I remember the first program to go on the air was Mars Sigue’s “Panikaysikay sa Kabuntagon.” This was followed by Elbert Moralde’s Cebuan news which he translated from newscasts of the Voice of America and the BBC. He did fantastic work of catching the latest international news with a sprinkling of news of local interest. One unusual thing that happened which was documented was, DXCR’s signal was not confined to the immediate areas like Central Bukidnon. Feedback came that the programs were picked up in places as far away as Indonesia. Some places in Davao and Cotabato, as well as the Visayas also heard the broadcasts. I took a boat to Manila one time and I heard the evening programs from as far away as Masbate.

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Ric Abordo was the first licensed radio operator hired to help Job Tanamal, who was kept busy running the transmitter and other electronic stuff. Ric took college courses aside from being an announcer. After becoming acquainted with the equipment, the station format, and the personnel,

he helped produce Cebuan Bible stories for children with Dinah Zulueta, Loloy Noay and a

few others. Lyn Aperocho, who served as secretary and librarian also helped out. Those early days of DXCR’s broadcast were quite memorable to many people, me included. We even remember an announcer giving a time signal like “The time is almost 3:00 in the afternoon” and others jokingly say that the station was a member, not of KBP (Kapisanan ng mga Broadcaster sa Pilipinas) but PBP, “Praktisanan ng mga Broadcaster sa Pilipinas) Despite the jokes and light banter, DXCR has really done a lot in bringing Christ’s message to the listeners around. The announcers, even if they were only in the booth, reached and touched countless lives far and wide. We hope and pray that this ministry would continue especially with the newer solid-state transmitter, and help MVC Shine On Till Jesus Comes. – Eddie Zamora is a retired teacher from Riverside California who joined the ranks of grandparenthood. Before coming to the United States, he was a chemistry professor at MVC as well as a Master Guide Club sponsor and educator. He was DXCR station manager 1973-1974.

ou know this was supposed to be a hike in the woods. For some of the DXCR alumni, this was their first time seeing the splendor of the autumn. Autumn leaves had started to fall so there is a riot of color on the ground as well as on the trees. Instead, the group is seated around in a

clearing – a meadow -- snacking on crispy pears and listening to stories about DXCR! The discussion sounds reminiscent of last night’s fireside chat! But you don’t mind. As long as there is still light to hike back safely to camp, it’s going to be fine. Current station manager Pastor Jun Rivera walks to the center of the gathering. After hearing what former station managers Manny Mullaneda and Ed Zamora had to say, his heart fills with even more gratitude to God and he sees this reflected in everyone’s face. He invites all to rise for a prayer of thanksgiving then he prays eloquently in Cebuano. He thanks God for what God has done for the station and for what has been done for each of you. Now he thanks God for what God is about to do in you and through you. Powerful!

Compelled to express the group’s thanksgiving in a song, Fred & Bebeth Murillo walk hand-in-hand towards where Pastor Rivera stands. They start singing “Thanks Be To God” and motion to

others to come join them in front. Gemini & Teddy Asok, Bobong Solis, Gina Salapan, Joy Hechanova, Bebing Ondap, and others join the impromptu “AIRWAVES” group. Ric Abordo and Romy Mahinay happen to bring their guitars and join the singers in front. The whole mountainside rings with the refrains of the song as DXCR alumni lift their voices and their hearts in praise and gratitude to the God of Heaven, Creator and Redeemer!

Thanks be to God for roses rare,

For skies of blue and sunshine fair.

For every gift I raise a prayer,

Thanks be to God.

Thanks be to God for lovely night,

For mystic fields with stars bedight,

For hours of dream and deep delight,

Thanks be to God.

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Thanks be to God for love divine,

The hopes that ’round my heart entwine,

For all the joy that now is mine,

Thanks be to God.

This time, Job Tanamal leads in a prayer of consecration asking God to show each one WHAT he/she can do to help support DXCR and to BLESS us. It is now about 2:30PM and Pastor Rivera suggests that the group quickly head

towards the chestnut area of the orchard for our next activity. Jed Abordo & Kenji Madriaga explain that each unit will be assigned 10 chestnut trees. Your team leader will take you to your designated area and you will pick all the chestnuts you could find on the ground. You are not shake the tree or pick from the tree as the nuts on the tree are not ready yet. Only pick the ones already on the ground. We will have roasted chestnuts tonight! Twenty of the current DXCR staff members act as team leaders and lead their respective groups to the designated areas. You have an hour to do this activity before all must hike back to

camp. Del Valendez sets his timer and nods at the team leaders to GO! GO! Go!

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ack at camp, the hikers arrive bringing with them bushels full of pears, apples, and chestnuts. Ric Abordo and his group from Covina unload a truck full of fresh fish which had been picked up from Long Beach, commercially packed for transport, and brought to the campsite with

them. Tuna, halibut, albacore. They now deliver the fish to those manning the eight charcoal grills. It

is around 5:30PM and the soft lighting is perfect for photography! Leigh Ferrer, Dinggoy Aguilar, and their photographer friends are having a wonderful time capturing the scenes. You notice a pickup truck, its bed full of sweet corn. You wonder who brought that. MVC Alumni

Western-USA secretary Alden Salarda sees you taking inventory. She walks up to you and confides that there are more than 700 DXCR alumni at camp right now, along with their family and friends. Wow! Anticipating great stories at campfire tonight and equally anticipating that there will be more people, the campers being bringing their blankets, mats, and camping chairs around the unlit campfire thus staking their places. And remembering how late fireside chat ended last night, station manager Pastor Rivera projects his voice across camp asking if the group would like the testimonies to start.

“YES YES!!” the children jumped up and down, greatly thrilled with the stories so far. “Sigi! Lets!” the adults agreed. And even those who were cooking dinner waved with their agreement. “Sigi! Sugdan nato ni!”

After a brief prayer to open the meeting, Pastor Rivera invites his friend to come forward and share his testimony. This time, because the group is much larger, the speaker had to use a microphone.

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PAUL PENARANDA stands up to share…

here is so much for which to be thankful...” That’s how I feel as I write for Cyberflashes today. I borrow that line from the “intro” of the radio program called “A Time for Singing” which is a 15-minute radio show produced by the Voice of Prophecy that I remember playing as a filler program right after a live broadcast of the worship service from the MVC Alumni church. As I

think about that song by the King’s Heralds, I think about the depth of gratitude I have to God for my time in Mountain View College and especially my experience in being a part of the radio ministry of DXCR. My name is Paul Penaranda (Theology ’97). I came to Mountain View College as a transferee in the second semester of 1992. I was privileged to join the student workforce of DXCR in the summer of

1993 after repeated encouragement by Jun Tuburan one of the disk jockeys at that time. I remember doing several trips to the station after classes during the summer to see how cool those student DJ’s look behind the microphone. After much prayer and deliberation, I decided to join the “airforce” and scheduled to meet with station manager, Ric Abordo, for an interview. I remember how nervous I was to meet him for my first ever job interview. Little did I know then how God would make this guy one of my best buddies in life. God had several surprises for me at DXCR. I start with, I learned by God’s grace to overcome my introverted personality and become effective in communicating. But it wasn’t an easy journey. I found myself pausing (if not stuttering) mid-sentence several times trying to come up with words to say. That’s when I realized why a script is a radio broadcaster’s best friend. Imagine me having to write down how to say what time it is? Such were my early days in DXCR but I praise God that He helped me through the tough times. In time I became successful doing several DJ type programs like Morning Melodies, Evening Melodies, and World of Classics on weekends. The experience became all the more thrilling by the time I started receiving inspirational letters from listeners all over Mindanao and parts of the Visayas. It didn’t take long before I discovered, by God’s grace, the radio personality within me. I learned to become more and more natural and my communicating style became more extemporaneous. Having progressed to that level, Ric Abordo (by this time my best friend and mentor) decided I can do shows that require more talking such as The Radio Quiz Show. I can remember almost every

jolly episode with Sheila Capacio and later with Myrah Terencio and Bubbles. Bubbles is

an electronic gadget devised by Allan Tanamal that generates sounds which we use to tell quiz

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participants whether they got their answer right or wrong. Oh, it was fun and educational too! At

times I found myself sitting in for either Jun Tuburan or Inday Java for “Mga Huni sa Kabuntagon”. It was an exhilarating experience! We get to talk to and laugh with so many people, live on air, before sunrise, and helping make their day bright and cheerful. For many listeners it was a daily favorite. On the more serious side of broadcasting I found myself behind the mic with other Pastors and theology students discussing spiritual things in the program Sabbath School Lesson Review every

Sabbath morning. With Demy Taotao and Jun Estore I also got to discuss a little about civic and social issues affecting the lives of people in Bukidnon Interaction - a simulcast program of

several other AM radio stations in Bukidnon. I also sat with Peter Barolo conversing about nationalistic and patriotic topics in a brief series of programs in Tagalog. In “Campus Personalities” I got to interview and chat with students with unique talents and achievements and also talk about self-improvement topics. My toughest assignment yet came in a form of a promotion. In 1994, Ric Abordo promoted me to the position of Program Director - a work that included responsibilities beyond the confines of the announcer’s booth. When Ric traveled to the United States I sat in a few Executive Committee meetings in his behalf especially during those tense few days when dozens of students became victims of food poisoning. There were no cell phones, texting, nor internet in those days. Information about the incident was mainly the function of the radio station. Thank God we managed to handle the publicity crisis well. Other notable experiences I enjoy recalling are: (1) Making the transmitter room my dormitory for a year because I have to wake up pretty early to turn the transmitter on and stay late to turn it off. (2) I got to eat lunch with the cafeteria workers in the area at the back of the cafeteria because I have a live show that goes on air during lunch period. Sometimes my lunch is free because there are no B.O. workers punching tickets anymore. (3) Staying cool inside one of the booths. We have the only air-conditioned rooms in all of the campus then (as far as I can recall, at least). (4) I remember we once did a live broadcast of the Radio Quiz Show from the cafeteria during one of DXCR’s anniversary celebrations. We get to meet or “eyeball” our radio participants and other special guests and we prepared a special luncheon just for them. (5) And, nothing beats the fact that while I get to enjoy all of these perks I’m also earning enough to matriculate through college. No more promissory notes to Sir Jondonero. I found working at DXCR for four years was the best and most wholesome experience I have had at MVC. Even now I bear in my heart a special kind of personal indebtedness to God for the unique privilege He has favored me with. DXCR is a very special place to work at. Job Tanamal (fondly addressed as “Daddy Tanamal” by most DXCR workers) has great stories to tell about its miraculous founding. When you read it from the book he wrote, you will be led to conclude that the DXCR story is almost like a microcosm of the MVC story. From its providential beginnings one can verily say that it a story within a story. One of the noteworthy characteristics that make up the distinctiveness of DXCR is that it is a ministry - not just a department. This ministry framework creates an underlying sense that not only is it conceived by God but that God Himself runs and operates the radio station but through human instrumentalities and material resources. The truth is while you are reading dozens of testimonies from former (and perhaps current) DXCR workers in this newsletter the message we are actually conveying is that this is not about us. This is about what God has done to and through

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us and for His glory. None of us would have had stories to write to write about had God not been the Author, you see. Indeed, “there is so much for which to be thankful!” And I direct my thanksgiving to our Almighty God for His providence and guidance for the on-going radio ministry in Mountain View College. My prayer and hope for DXCR, its management, and its student workforce, is that its robust ministry will continue with more success according to the riches of His grace and of Christ’s glory. As a constant reminder of the coming Redeemer may you not only broadcast information but proclaim the Word - not only entertain people with music but enlighten them with the message of the song. [To borrow from my old radio script: “This has been your friend and host, Paul Penaranda, reminding you that ‘In everything give thanks: for this is the will of God in Christ Jesus concerning you.’ See you next time; same hour; same station: DXCR, 1386 Khz. Maranatha!] --Paul Penaranda graduated from MVC in 1997 with a degree in AB-Theology. He currently works and lives in Ashburn, Virginia. USA.

MELODIE MAE KARAAN INAPAN stands up to speak as well …

eautiful music. Speech training. Thrill of going on air. Camaraderie. Friendship. These were just some of the joys that went with working as a disk jockey and newscaster at DXCR in the early ‘90s.

As a disk jockey, I held hour long music programs every morning and afternoon, Sundays to Fridays, and another hour on Sabbath afternoons. When I sat inside the booth ready to spin the long-play album or press play the cassette tape, I always felt a tinge of excitement brought about by an anticipation that some great music was coming up. I could get so engrossed with the songs I played on air. Working as a newscaster did not only develop in me a well-modulated voice and an accurate enunciation. It provided me confidence in speaking in English. These skills are plus factors now in my chosen profession. Going on air was another kind of experience. It gave me a different kind of high. After the usual “Hi there, this is your friend on the air…”, the fun began as I entered every home through the airwaves with my music. The one year I spent in the radio station brought me lifelong friendships. My comrades made my working hours at the station memorable. Conversation, lunch breaks, get-together potlucks were events I did look forward to. “Disk-jockeying” in DXCR always spelled fun. But what really stood out in my mind was the privilege of sharing music to every person, every home, every day, every Sabbath, and reaching and enriching lives on air. Though I had just a brief stint at DXCR, I really find my DXCR training awesome and unforgettable. I gained lasting values that molded me and defined my professional life. The DXCR experience is truly a beautiful song that keeps playing on and on in my mind. --Melodie Mae Karaan Inapan, writes from Central Philippine Adventist College where she teaches English. She enjoys reading, surfing the Net, and meeting people.

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Holding his guitar and sitting a distance away under a pair of birch trees whose slim smooth trunks appeared white and gray in stark contrast to their flaming red, gold, and brown leaves, Ric Abordo had been quietly enjoying the testimonies, the scenery, and the fellowship. But Pastor Rivera sees him and invites him to share his story. RIC ABORDO speaks…

ince the start of the industrial revolution, mass communication became an effective discipline in sharing information. Like their business counterparts, Christian communicators wasted no time employing the mass media to advance their cause.

In 1969, some MVC theology students and their professors started airing religious programs at a radio station Malaybalay. As the benefits of having a radio station became imminent, Mountain View College applied for a congressional franchise. In October 6, 1973, the school got its license to operate dxCR on 1330 kilohertz in the AM band. Broadcast call signs in the Philippines are classified into DZ or DH for Luzon, DY for Visayas, and DX for Mindanao. As a call sign, dxCR could mean campus radio, college radio, or community radio. But as a Christian radio, dxCR serves as a constant reminder of the coming redeemer. During the Muslim-Christian conflict in the mid 1970’s, several Christian families grouped together in a community in central Mindanao. Mobility was limited that even going to church became a risky endeavor. A Seventh-day Adventist family substituted church attendance by listening to the Sabbath school and divine worship services from the FKA aired over dxCR. A non SDA neighbor who happened to listen and enjoy the broadcast “gossiped” his experience. Soon after, families of varied Christian orientations gathered at that house to listen. The gathering became regular and more space was needed. A bayanihan was organized to erect a cottage for that purpose. Awareness and curiosity of the SDA faith was created. Simple doctrinal discussions ensued and later upgraded into serious bible studies. That cottage eventually became a church; and the members took pride of the letters SDA in that humble structure. I received the remarkable narrative first hand from some church members who visited dxCR during a union-wide gathering at the campus. Unlike MVC’s other off-campus evangelism, the radio ministry of dxCR may not yield immediate results. But the seed of truth that goes in the air lanes will somehow find its home in the heart of a listener. Surely, dxCR faces some challenges that may cause communication breakdown. But a humble sacrifice brings out noble result. Galatians 6:9 says: And let us not become weary in doing good, for at the proper time we will reap a harvest if we do not give up (NIV). As Mountain View College intends to shine on till Jesus comes, station dxCR must also sign on till Jesus comes.

–Ric Abordo, a healthcare administrator at West Los Angeles, California, graduated from MVC in 1978 with a degree in AB-Theology. He was DXCR station manager on 1981-2002.

Pastor Rivera invites Dr. DON GENERATO to share his story ….

y initial coming to know about DXCR was when my Dad was with the college as the dean of Boys and a teacher. As years went on, the programs have evolved towards excellence maintaining its trade mark...Adventist Ministry through Air. Personally, DXCR was an

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object giving spiritual life to all students in the campus and to the whole province of Bukidnon. I have not work in DXCR as I do not have the talent of radio announcing as my voice has no bearing as far as modulation is concerned but I have rendered a little effort to one of its programs like the Sundown instrumental for the Sabbath. My twin brother and I were asked to play our trumpets and that piece was aired every Friday sunset as a signal to welcome the Sabbath. That was enough for me to share for God’s glory. Interestingly, I can remember that my roommates improvised a devise like a transistor radio. It needed no electricity or battery but it caught the signal from DXCR and played DXCR’s music non-stop in our room from sign-on to sign off. What an inspiration! My favorite program was the “Radio Quiz Show” which aired at noon. I remember hurrying from the cafeteria to join the test. Sometimes I got the right answers and sometimes I did not.

I looked forward to Sabbaths. Not only was it a Holy day of rest, but it also gave us a chance to relax and take time off from academics. Our favorite Sabbath afternoon activity was laying on our mats under the tar apple trees with our improvised radio lulling us to sleep with DXCR’s music! Even when we went hiking, we would still listen to the music from DXCR! After graduation, there was no DXCR to listen to. However, with the songs played in our home, church, and malls it reminds me of unforgettable program that DXCR has programmed for the spiritual development of my being and the people in general. I do hope and pray that God will richly bless DXCR and that many more will be blessed by her ministry until Jesus comes. --Dr. Don Richards T. Generato writes from Dumingag, Zamboanga del Sur where he is the principal of Western Mindanao Adventist Academy.

JOB TANAMAL comes to the front to share his testimony. The group breaks into applause. Job

Tanamal’s name is synonymous to DXCR and for good reason! Before the birth of DXCR he was

already identified by Dr. Richli as a key person who would be vital to the radio station. Throughout

the station’s 40 years of service, Mr. Tanamal has served in many capacities accordingly to the

station’s needs. He was the very first station manager, radio technician, and DXCR’s jack of all

trades. While we give God the glory for everything, we also recognize that it was because of Mr.

Tanamal’s skills, credentials, and hard work that DXCR got licensed to go on the air. Today, while his

fellow MVC pioneers have relegated themselves into retirement choosing to pursue what are in

their own personal “bucket lists”, Mr. Tanamal continues to work for tireless serve at DXCR.

Here is Job Tanamal’s testimony…

s I was writing this episode the siren sounded –- a call for everyone to pause and meditate upon God’s protection since that eventful day of July 3, 1991. Ric Abordo’s testimony last week , His eyes are on the sparrow.

DXCR was a vision by Dr. W. C. Richli accented by my accident in the logging area. He said, ‘Job, you won’t be able to do much if you go home. Why don’t you go to a radio school. You’ll never know MVC might have a radio broadcast station someday. Ten years later the vision was realized.

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DXCR, your Constant Reminder of the Coming Redeemer is alive today because of peoples endowed by God to realize the total envisioned goals. Don Christensen for one kept the station afloat for 33 years, since the college never bought replacements or spent radio tubes of the transmitter. When DXCR was down into closure together with the medical clinic, the Valencia Sanitarium and Hospital took over the clinic immediately. But DXCR was laid aside like a wounded man for five years , until the Good Samaritan-- Pu-asa (Team Bohol) made a hand-down ceremony to renovate Lauda Studio and modernized the equipment. DXCR reopened on October 6, 2011 the same date DXCR commence broadcasting in 1973. (Pu-asa or fastings in English, is evident by their frugal spending on their “austerized” meals and saved for missionary endeavors. Thus. DXCR---. One of my reminiscence, which put gloves on my hands to “catch the vision”, (so to speak), was working with the DXCR Airwaves. The group worked hard to keep the broadcast on the air. They caroled to raise funds. On one occasion we took the boat to Cebu just after the storm passed Cagayan de Oro. In order to minimize the handling of our bulky sound reinforcement equipment, we planned to take the ferry boat in northern Cebu to Escalante in Negros. But at Cebu we noticed passengers were hurriedly congesting busses going to Toledo City, as there was no other alternate route since the pier in Northern Cebu was damaged by the storm. We almost missed the boat at Toledo City. The girls manage to get on board by themselves, while I was with the boys with the equipment sliding on the trough where the cattle had been earlier. The boat was so loaded and the Captain made an announcement for everyone to “stay put, no moving around”. We could not find a way to the canteen to buy something to eat due to the congestion. The voyage across the Tanion Strait was uneventful, the calm after the storm. There was a backlog of passengers due to the storm. At San Carlos City, the buses going to Bacolod City were also congested. We waited for a less crowded bus until the despatcher said it was better to take this last bus. The male members hurriedly hauled the bulky speaker on top load and stayed up there. I have not seen yet a bus overflowing with that much people and cargo! A passenger even sat on top of the backrest of the driver’s seat! We arrived at our destination and the Airwaves graced the 27th Youth Congress of Negros Occidental. The second similar experience was from Manila to Cagayan de oro via the Pan- Philippine Highway. We were able to finally get a seat at Tacloban City after most of the passengers disembarked associated by the sinking of Dona Paz. Where are the ”Airwaves” now? All were students and had graduated but their exemplary and tangible legacy propelled me to pursue the total envisioned goals. The Nautel Amphet 10 Fully Solid-state transmitter stands out, which realized DXCR’s quest for economy. This Solid-State transmitter have eight modules and could operate even with only one module if need be. Components breakdown had occurred but not so expensive as to radio tubes that Ric Abordo mentioned. DXCR still need good samaritans to stipend full-time working student volunteers at the station. (DXCR is now operating on 1386 Khz.)

-- Job Tanamal writes from MVC campus where he continues to serve at MVC. He was the first station manager of DXCR.

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Pastor Eleazer Moreno, Ric Abordo, Jr., Vicmon Arreola, Edwin Noay, Alejandro Perez, Rolando Secong

, Lemuel Niere, Ben Saban, Elbert Moralde, Ernesto Noay, Manny Mullaneda. Judith Aggabao, Lina Diaz,

Lydia, Salubre, Tabitha Binondo. Albert Gulfan, Adelino Libato, Mars Sigue, Jose Castromayor.

MANNY MULLANEDA stands, he has something to share…

o tell It On The Mountain," the song goes. But how quick should we go? Of course using modern technology, it's at the speed of sound and satellite. What took a whole day to travel through valleys and mountainous destinations can now be accessible through radio

messages. Worth noting are the SULADS missionaries scattered in distant literacy centers and primary schools in the mountains of Bukidnon who can give ear to DXCR broadcasts to keep abreast with announcements, messages, sacred music, and other information. Instead of coming to Mountain View College Florence Auditorium to personally listen to sermons, some brethren would hurry back home after Sabbath School in their church to catch up with the live coverage of the sermon aired from MVC. When doors are closed to literature evangelists, to living preachers, pastors, and other Adventists, the DXCR airwaves can penetrate and have access to homes. It's great to think how God guided our denominational administrators in coming up with an idea to put up a radio station at MVC campus - DXCR, the lone Adventist radio station in the Philippines (at that time). The dream came true when on October 6, 1973, the DXCR signal sounding the message of hope boomed out from radio sets around the country. Ellen G. White says, "True education is the harmonious development of the physical, mental, social, and spiritual faculties of man". This definition played a vital part in DXCR’s radio programming. For instance:

Mrs. Luz Frasco, physical education teacher, led in the morning exercise.

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Shady Santosidad's, early morning program " Pagpalambo sa Pang-uma" was also for economic and physical advantage on account of emphasis placed of food production. "We are what we eat."

Elsa Dayahan's program "Pagtukod sa Malipayong Puloy-anan" (Building a happy home) included family and social relationship.

Don Garilva, and Dunbar Arante's program entitled "Food for Thought" before sign off at night was for mental development. A listener in Valencia, Bukidnon had shown me the long list of quotations she jotted down nightly while listening to the program..

Edwin Gulfan, Albert Gulfan, Ade Libato, Vic Areola, & Pastor Severino Paypa's Christ-centered morning devotional messages for spiritual benefits.

Mar Sigue's "Panikaysikay sa Kabuntagon" was coupled with inspirational thoughts. Ely Ombiga, Ric Abordo, and Lemuel Niere's newscasts for people to keep abreast with

local, national, and international events. . And many more ... to mention only the few for space limit.

We should be thankful of how the Lord has wonderfully used these humble servants and instruments to sound clarion call and tell it through DXCR airwaves. We are people preparing for heaven, and preparing people for heaven!. Isn't it great to pause for a moment and think of some of those involved in DXCR ministry now having reached the top of the ladder of responsibilities and leadership? In response to our correspondence with the Signs World Ministry, and the Inspiration Books telling them how our radio ministry prospered, I have mental note on DXCR having received about 12,000 copies of Signs of the Times magazines from Signs World Ministry, thousands of copies of "Steps to Christ", "Desire of Ages," "Great Controversy", "Patriarch and Prophets", "Ministry of Healing" (Health and Happiness), and "Final War" from the Inspiration Books. We offered these publications on the air free for the asking. Several Theology students ("student pastors") in the college campus were invited to come to DXCR to pick up missionary reading materials for free distribution in their districts. The DXCR Seed Bank provided free vegetable seeds offered on the air for free. This project jibes with the "Bahay Kubo" song that enumerates 17 kinds of vegetables worth having in backyard gardening. Working as DXCR Manager had opened the door for me to represent the radio station in local, and national conferences, seminar/workshops such as:

Attendance at the local (Kapisanan ng mga Brodkaster ng Pilipinas (KBP) Bukidnon chapter meetings; Once I was reelected as its chairman.

Annual National Conference for all radio station managers in the Philippines held in different locations such as Metro Manila and Baguio City.

Annual audience with then President Ferdinand Marcos and open forum with him in Malacanang Palace. I have mental note on Imelda Marcos touring us around Malacanang compound to brief us with her developmental projects

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Upgrade studies in the field of communication: A summer course on broadcast and print media journalism conducted by Siliman University Department of Communication held at Xavier University campus in Cagayan de Oro City.

A two week-long KBP seminar workshops on Broadcast Management (Phase 1, and Phase 2) held at Development Academy of the Philippines (DAP) in Tagaytay conducted by University of the Philippines (UP) Communication Department.

God had prepared people to man and run the radio station even in its infant stage... when Job Tanamal. Eddie Zamora, and Ric Abordo came into the picture. MVC is a factory of workers: some for local use, while others for export. Export products have to pass the quality control, and the quality control for those bound for U.S.A. is the US Embassy. Those who pass the interview are of exportable quality. But MVC has a wonderful way of reaching and telling the message worldwide through the current Internet FM Radio: http://dxcrhoperadio.listen2myrradio.com . We praise the Lord , and we thank the support of MVC administrators, and the SPUC officers. A pat on the back and special mention to my valued, steady, and dedicated partners in DXCR operation namely: Job Tanamal. Chief technician; and Ric Abordo, technician, program/production director, newscaster/announcer. Also we gratefully acknowledged the dedication and commitment of several students, faculty, and staff members who without them, DXCR would be found wanting. To God be the glory! May MVC keep shining and telling till Jesus comes. Mabuhay at buhay ang DXCR. XXX --Manny Mulleneda writes from the State of New Jersey…. where he works as church elder of First Filipino SDA Church; Vice-president of Health and Education Foundation, Inc.; delegate to the United Nations conferences, seminar/workshops for NGOs at the United Nations headquarters in New York City; officer of MVC Tri-State Alumni Association.

he DXCR alumni & her listeners would like to acknowledge the contributions many had made to raise a Christian Radio station in the Philippines 40-some years ago, and to those to collaborated to keep DXCR on the air.

Jimmie P. Solis is remembered as the first person to bring the Sabbath worship service at

Florence Kern Auditorium ON AIR, He made history. Throughout the station’s 40 years he stayed with DXCR serving in various capacities as the need arose. He was station manager at 2006-2011. On 2011 when the station was reopened and most of the crew were inexperienced, he provided them with hands-on on-the-job-training. During last month’s Opinion Poll among more than 5,000 MVC Alumni, his name was mentioned as one of the favorite program hosts of DXCR.

Pat Bato, the only American station manager of DXCR, is remembered & acknowledged. However, while working on this project for Cyberflashes, we were not successful at finding him.

Special mention go to Don and Sharon Christensen who have been instrumental at keeping DXCR on the air, finding solutions and resources that we cannot even begin to fully comprehend. With God’s help, they kept DXCR afloat for decades.

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Many more pillars of DXCR do exist but we were unsuccessful at getting their information, persuading them to write an article, or arranging an interview.. Perhaps next time? However, we thank God for sending you to DXCR. What a Loving, Gracious Father we have!

Again, thank you to all who had served in DXCR. Together Everyone Accomplishes Much. (TEAM)

The Reflector …………………………………….. Jomer Clerigo | Canada Literacy Center

anada Literacy Center is the farthest literacy center in Caraga cluster. It will take two days to reach

the place. Because of its distance and location, people living there are illiterates. These people

consider themselves lower than any other Higaonon tribes found in that cluster.

We were assigned to this village. I had only heard about Canada literacy center from the previous

volunteers before I joined SULADS ministry. According to them, the village is very far from civilization.

No government facilities can be found there after the two-day hike. This is considered the most unreached

territory of SULADS. The volunteers also said that people are warm hearted and that evangelizing God’s

love to them was very effective. When it was announced that I would be assigned in that place, I was

afraid. It was my second year as a SULADS volunteer but I was still doubtful if I could survive and be a

great help to the village.

When I reached the village, everything that I heard was proven. The village people welcomed us warmly.

Happiness was shown in their faces. Then I knew, God really had a plan in sending me here and He knew

that I could do things through His strength. We introduced ourselves to the people and told them that we

were the new SULADS teachers assigned to them.

Classes started. I handled levels 3 and 4 class. In this class was a transferee who came from the lowland.

This child lived with us in our cottage. Because he came from a public school and a family who had not

taught him about God, everything we taught in school and during worship were new to him. He did not

even know how to pray. His name is Leoben.

Months passed and Leoben learned how to pray and sing to God. He even started to preach during

worship. Morning and evening worships were a blessing to all of us. When it seemed that we were

discouraged, he was always there to tell us, “Sir, let us worship. Do not be discouraged.” The eagerness of

this child was an inspiration to us. Whenever there was rain and the children could not go to the worship

hall, he was the one who would quickly suggest to worship house-to-house.

There was a time when Leoben went to a neighbouring village to visit some relatives. Two of our students

went with him. During their stay at the house of Datu Mandapitan, they did not forget to worship in the

morning and in the evening. Datu was happy to hear God’s promises through a child. He was also happy

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when he heard songs of praise and worship from the mouth of these children who visited him. Even some

of the village people joined them in their worship to listen to God’s promises.

Leoben received the Light into his life and he happily and eagerly reflected it to other people that are

within his reach. God is touching many more lives through this ministry. I am happy to be His instrument

and His channel is sharing His love with His people.

© SULADS International, Inc.

If you would like to support this mission program dedicated to taking the Gospel to the people of Mindanao, please write a

check to Gospel Outreach. Mark it for the SULADS and send it to: Gospel Outreach P.O. Box 8 College Place, WA 99324 You

may also donate to the SULADS using your credit card by logging on to Gospel Outreach's donation site (www.goaim.org) and

follow the directions. Again, mark it for SULADS. If you would prefer, you may write your check to the General Conference

of SDA and mark the donation for SULADS and send it to: General Conference of SDA Donations 12501 Old Columbia Pike

Silver Spring, MD 20904 Thank you for your support of this very important project.

HILLTOP NEWS

hat normally happens at Saturday night when there is a reunion full of MVCians? At this reunion, it seems as though all that everyone has ever done was just talk. It seems that everyone is fine with that and even those who have not gone to MVC are enjoying the

quality time spent together. In our imaginary scenario, Mrs. James Zachary and Dr. Miriam Tumangday, both of whom live in live in the Loma Linda area, turn to Jimmie Solis to ask what the latest news is from MVC. Fortunately, Nelson Madriaga and some of his students are in camp so Jimmie Solis simply asks the English majors to share!

TWENTY-SIX NURSING STUDENTS RECEIVE CAPS/PINS

wenty-six nursing students received their caps/pins during the Capping/Pinning and Candle Lighting Ceremony of the School of Nursing held at the MVC Alumni Church, September 23, at 4:00 PM.

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The program began with the invocation of Dr. Ellen Valenciano, an internal medicine specialist and the Medical Director of the Amoroso Medical Clinic. The guest speaker was Dr. Anthony Penaso, VP for Academic Affairs of Central Mindanao University. Pastor Jericho Dello, a district pastor of the Northeastern Mindanao Mission, offered the dedication prayer and Dr. Don Leo Garilva, MVC President, gave the benediction. Calling themselves Metea (gentle), the class was led by: Vinzceljeene Roeace Yadao, president; Shella Dello, vp religious; Maniya Faye Monta, vp social; Glanzen Mae Tijing, secretary; Lady Amethyst Borja, assoc. secretary; Runalyn Garcesa, treasurer; Lovely Jane Bornales, assoc. treasurer; Monelyn Babunas, auditor; Glester Charm Jore, PIO; and Dulce Stephanie Miranda, Girlie Anne Baruc, Kyzyl Burnett Quilog, and Le Franz WJ Catolico, artists The class members are: Sunshine Colinares; Althea Mykee Dela Rey; Lovely Garan; Kyounghwa Kim; Leazl Maureen Lastimosa, Sheena Molino; Van Justin Palacios; Donald Panorangan; Restel Ravina; Lexille Grace Salinas; Judelle Seraspe; Harve Kevin Solatorio, Sharlene Dawn Valenciano.

-- by Donna Pearl Rubino, Student |Campus Journalism Class

MASS COM CLASS GO ON A FIELD TRIP

wenty-six students of the class Introduction to Mass Communication under Asst. Prof. Sarah

Decelyn Gauzon visited ABS-CBN Cagayan, Nanuri International School, and Hope Channel in

Cagayan de Oro City, September 15-16.. They were guests in Pamahaw Espesyal,. an ABS-CBN

morning program.

The group’s objectives were: (1) to describe and analyze critically the Mass Communication System and

how it operates and covers news; (2) to observe the technical aspects of the FM/AM broadcasting; (3) see

the program presentations, and (4) understand how a satellite TV station operates..

--by Japhet Ramos, Student |Campus Journalism Class

SAS HOLDS SCIENCE AND MATH FAIR

he School of Arts and Sciences held a Science and Math Fair with the theme “Science, Technology and Innovation: The Road to a Smarter Philippines” at the Florence Kern Auditorium, September 9-13.

The program was spearheaded by the Math, Biology, and Medical Technology majors led by their presidents Rigel Gaje (BS Bio) and Mark Ryan Bayson (BSE-Math). Dr. Apolinar Paulican, Dean, School of Arts and Sciences, gave the opening remarks. The Fair featured video presentations, lectures, and blood typing; a Biology exhibit, Frog Dissection, Mega Mind, Sudoku Challenge, and Snap Shot.

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Dr. Felixian Felicitas, Dean, School of Theology, gave the culmination message. It was followed by a Trivia game led by Assoc. Prof. Mathithias Aviles. The game winners were: Mega Mind – First: Vambie Dawn Fernandez, Darlene Mae Ortiz, Precious Pearl Panes ; Second -- Philip Omar Dela Cruz, Aldwin Ivan Bandiola, Rodjean Love Batirzal; Third: M. Vincent John Osorio, Chrissel Marie Canete, Maynard John Collantes; Sudoku Challenge: First: Miko Gabriel Ansing; Second: Denise Jann Agum; Third: Edmundo Edan; Frog Dissection: Shane Carl Montefalco and Alexis Esekia. Snap Shot -- First: Hannah Beth Hilario; Second: Ian Alfer Ba-al; Third: Debwinlambstar Mojica .

-- by Donna Pearl Rubino, Student |Campus Journalism Class

LIGHTS AND FRIENDS GO CAMPING

he MVC Lights and Friends, an organization composed of students from different religious backgrounds, went camping at the SULADS School for the Deaf (SSD) campus located in San Jose, Malaybalay City, September 13-15.

With the theme Friendship Makes a Difference, the 58 campers survived the weekend’s rigorous activities. According to Dale Dariagan, L&F president, the camping/retreat aimed to foster friendship among the non-SDA students and to integrate learning and spiritual growth through outdoor activities. The camp started with a devotional on the opening night. “Saturday morning was memorable,” commented Dale. “After the morning worship and breakfast, we moved out of the camp site. Instead of having the usual Sabbath school, we visited houses located about 300 meters away from the campsite. We offered songs and prayers and distributed some clothes.” The campers went back to the camp site to listen to Pastor Carlos Aganio speak during the Hour of Worship. Some deaf students sang, in sign language, “I See You Lord” with Mrs. Sarah Famisaran, an SSD teacher. After lunch, Miss Methelyn Tonog, an SSD volunteer, gave a lecture and demonstration on Sign Language. ”The Social night was enjoyable,” Randy Palin, Camp Director, shared. Each group/family prepared Cheers and Yells. On Sunday, the campers enjoyed the Regatta and Camp cookery. Some of the campers shared their thoughts on their camping experiences: “It was my first time to join such activity. Never thought that camping would be that fun. I endured the long distance walk under the heat of the sun, I survived it. It’s really worth remembering.” -- Vanessa, BSE English. “I can’t express how grateful I am to be with my Lights and Friends family in that camping. It seemed like we’ve known each other for a long time despite our religious differences.” -- Ivy, BS MedTech “Because of my L&F family, my attendance was worth it. It was blissful!.” -- Jude, Business

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The Lights and Friends officers and members want to thank Pastors Carlos Aganio, Silverio Reyno, and Clyde Sumatra, and Mr. Eric Barnuevo, Mrs. Genevev Vidal, Mr. Dindo Paglinawan, Mr. Beb Palingcod, the SULADS School for the Deaf personnel and the Camp Staff for their invaluable help.

-by Sweet Locop, Student |Campus Journalism Class

ALUMNI NEWS from Zamboanga

aldwell Adventist Academy in Zamboanga is one of the newest Adventist Academies in the country. Nestled in the heart of Zamboanga City, the Academy advertises itself as a “distinct institution that promotes Christ-centered education to the community of diverse races and

cultures to produce leaders who are morally upright and spiritually filled.” In the past three weeks of upheaval in Zamboanga, classes at our Academy has been cancelled while the Academy itself was opened to assist the wounded and the refugees. Naomi Ancero-Batak, one of the MVCian teachers at the school, wants to thank all of you who responded to their plea for used clothing, food, and medicines, to be sent to them. She also shares the following photos.

Top L-R: Naomi & friends. Used clothing bundled up and ready for distribution | The gym is converted into a medical triage area. | Teachers & ladies from church help in cooking a meal. Photo was taken at the school grounds. Bottom L-R: The sick and wounded receiving basic medical care at the gym. | Naomi & friends | More refugees arrive late one night at the Academy, people displaced from their puroks, as the MNLF and military continue to exchange fire, For more photos/information on how you can help contact Naomi Ancero Batac in Facebook. For official local news on Zamboanga Go to Zambotimes.com within Facebook. To hear up to date news about the Philippines in general, Bukidnon, and MVC listen to DXCR Balita which airs 7:15AM weekdays Philippine Time. DXCR can be heard anywhere in the world at http://dxcrhoperadio.listen2myradio.com/

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ON-AIR BLOOPERS – Part II Two years ago on October 6, 2011, when DXCR reopened and went back ON-AIR, most of her crew where inexperienced greenhorns and needed training and mentoring. Below are some humorous stories today’s DXCR crew candidly shared. Team: thank you for being such great sports about this! May this segment brighten someone’s day and remind him/her of some fun memories of DXCR!

1. NO TEXTING! Jared, brand new program host/DJ, is On-Air at DXCR eagerly waiting for listeners to participate in his program by texting in their comments. Nobody texts or calls. He plays music and invites listeners again to text. Still no response. Jared: "OK mga higala! Wala namay nag text. Undangon na nato ni." (Opps! ON-AIR! And the hour long program had just started!)

2. DON’T BUG ME! Ian was ON-AIR hosting a program and disc jockeying when suddenly there is a sound of choking & coughing heard over the radio. Apparently while Ian was speaking, a mosquito flew into this mouth and throat! (Bug = mosquito? Opps! ON-AIR!)

3. DXCR MORNING NEWS:

As 8:00AM draw close, new newscaster at DXCR closes his morning news by reading the sponsors. Del: Ang mga balita nga inyong nadungog gi sponsoran sa Hill Top Health Food diri sa Mountain View College. Maingon usab ni Mr. and Mrs Noel and Elsa Barrera. Maingon usab ni Mr and Mrs Gedion delos Reyes. Kini si Del Valendez. Maayong gabie, Pilipinas! (Maayong Gabie at 8:00AM? Opps! ON-AIR!)

4. VARIED TALES:

Joezer and James are ON-AIR hosting a program when seasoned radio professional & mentor, Jimmie Solis, texted them. Mr. Solis via text message: “E varied ninyo ang music” Greenhorn DJs Joezer & James: “Unza man ni si Sir Solis oi! Pa English-English man. Dili ta kasabut unsay varied-varied!” Mr Solis via text message, swiftly responds: “Hoy! Ug manglibak mo, eh off ang microphone kay ON-AIR mo!” (LOL!)

Editor’s Note: If you have ON-AIR Bloopers of your own that you would like to share, please feel free to submit them to Joy Caballero or any of the Cyberflashes editors.

CONTACT DXCR Surprise and greet someone across the world a Happy Sabbath, Happy Birthday, or simply greet

them hello just because! Request a specific song to be played for that person. Join the Radio Quiz Show or any of the interactive programs by texting, calling, or skyping. Share your love story. Ask a licensed counselor for advice.

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Ask a bible question that you are struggling with. Here are the many ways to reach DXCR Hope Radio: SKYPE us at DXCRHopeRadio Facebook Fan Page https://www.facebook.com/dxcrhoperadiophils YahooMessenger (YM): hoperadiodxcr@yahoo.com Text: (Smart and TNT) 09204153302 Text: (TM and Globe) 09056279769 SHOUT your 1-sentence greeting publicly at the DXCR LIVE Streaming site.

Go To http://dxcrhoperadio.listen2myradio.com/

EDITOR’S NOTE: Although Cyberflashes will go on to feature other MVC-related news and articles, I shall continue to work behind the scenes with DXCR leadership and DXCR alumni to keep the station on the air. If you would like to contact me about the station or/and about your desire to help keep her on the air, please feel free to do so. Email: watermankids at yahoo dot com

Some of the Programs Offered at DXCR Today

Need a quiet time to unwind and reflect on God’s loving care? Need reminders that you are someone precious in God’s sight? Hear Bible verses read, Christ-centered quotes, and uplifting music.

Join us at DXCR to hear: “Lines of Inspiration” Hosted by: Shiela Canilao & Ian Ba-al. Sabbath noon-1:00PM. Philippine Time

To message the whole crew, they can be reached at Facebook https://www.facebook.com/dxcr.hoperadio?fref=ts

Problema Sa Gugma? Difficult Life Experiences? There is Hope! Listen to”Paglaum Luyo Sa Imong Suliran” With Jared Estore, trained peer counselor and Ms. Emelita Baul, licensed guidance counselor. Sat & Sun 7:15PM-8:15PM Philippine Time. To call into the show with your advice or feedback: Smart and talk n txt: 09204153302 Globe and TM: 09056279769 To share your SULIRAN by emailing your stories to paglaum_suliran@yahoo.com

Catch up in Local Philippine News Join newscaster Del Valendez at “DXCR Balita” . Weekdays 7:15AM-8:00AM

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In need of prayer? Know someone in need of prayer? Forget to pray at times? Join us at: “Takna Sa Pag-inampuay” also known as “777 Prayer” With Pastor Jun Rivera. Daily at 7AM and 7PM, 7 days a week (hence, 777)

Email him your prayer requests at: Ulrivjr at yahoo dot com Join/Listen by LIVE Stream: http://dxcrhoperadio.listen2myradio.com/

Learn /Enjoy Golden Nuggets of Wisdom at “Bulawanong Kahibalo. (Mon-Fri 10:00-10:30AM) Hosted by: Shiela Canilao & Nephalie Apa.

LISTEN TO DXCR ONLINE from anywhere in the world Listen to DXCR online you can you your PC, your laptop, your smart phone, your iPad, etc, as long as

you have internet access. Here’s the address:

http://dxcrhoperadio.listen2myradio.com/

Normally, DXCR signs on at 4:47AM and signs off at 10:00PM each day. However, in the past 2 weeks, because of the interested generated by alumni members outside the country, the radio station staff is testing how they can broadcast 24/7. So far, it is working well as recordings of programs aired during the day are replayed during their night time hours.

OPINION POLL: MY FOND MEMORIES OF DXCR (part 2)

ou reflect over how your weekend camping has been so far. Vespers worship was a testimonial meeting around the campfire. Sabbath School and Hour of Worship was very solemn and Christ- centered. AY was a hike in the woods, a fun treasure hunt at an orchard,

and a testimonial meeting at a meadow. Sundown worship was filled with more testimonies of God’s wonderful care. You have been so blessed so far. Your spouse and children have fallen in love with DXCR just from listening to the testimonies. For sure, when you go home, you will start LIVE Streaming (listening to DXCR online.) Dinner was a feast! Sinugba and kinamot. Those who preferred a totally plant-based diet has a scrumptious selection of dishes as well. The children have been roasting chestnuts over a few coals, with supervision of course. And now instead of socials, the group seem to be fine just talking around the campfire. (On Aug 29 I posted a survey in Facebook asking MVC alumni what fond memories of DXCR do they have. Below are their responses, verbatim. A special thank you to all who responded!

Joel Fuentes Ceniza: In DXCR one of my friends courted a girl who was residing in one of the faculty homes. He was courting her using or imitating the voice of one of the faculty members. You know what? Nisugot si girl nga makigkita sa "faculty member." Natarantar akong friend ug nagkapuliki ug pasangil nga may klase pa siya. Nahadlok siya nga mabuking sa innocent faculty member nga giawat niya ang tingog ug nahadlok siya nga mabuking sa girl nga nang-awat ra siya ug tingog. WA SIYA MAHADLOK KON AKO SIYANG ISUGID. HEHEHEHEHE. MAAYO NA LANG KAY WALA MODUOL SI GIRL SA FACULTY MEMBER. That was 1988-1989 pa.

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Verna Francisco: singing on sabbath afternoon when we were kids, pero dili solo ha...

Harvey Maloloy-on: morning greetings n singing songs Sabbath afternoon live. Kirby Murcia: We watched Movie Documentary "Back to Bataan"...late '70's , one Saturday evening. We were all cramped but we did enjoy..

Joel Fuentes Ceniza: Kadtong nangasaba si Hernan dela Cruz nila Bembem kay abi niya buntag na unya mga alas 2 pa diay kay gidaman ra. hehehe. Anniversary to diha sa MVC. That was 1988. Unsa gani to nga okasyon? Daghang bisita ato. You now what? Kay naningog ang mga speakers nga may diode sa mga dorm, naglumba panagan paingon sa cafeteria ang mga cafe workers kay magluto ug nagsugod panganta sa dorm kay magworship. Hehehe. Lingolingo akong amigo nga si Hernan Paraiso Dela Cruz. Choy Hernan, hehehe, lingaw lingaw ra ni. Just remembering our "slimmer" days. Kahinumdom pa ka ato Choy?

Hernan Paraiso Dela Cruz: hehehe hunumdum mulang. suko kaayo si mr. melgar--nagworhip sila 2am kay abi ug 5am na. si lino garjas gabagotbot nga ga-fulltime sa park mipauli sa dorm gadala sa iyang accordion hekhekhek

Jack Ladra: Yes totoo naman na magandang pakinggan ang mga christian song ng DXCR,alam mo isa ako sa operator ng hydro 1 electric plant since 2002 to 2004,na kung mag sign on ang DXCR ng 5am mag flactuate ang power Generator dahilan na tatawag sa amin ang summit base dahil nagreklamo daw ang dxcr dahil mahina ang power source di sila maka sign on. Nakakatuwang isipin na malaki ang naiambag sa akin ang MVC as working student working at hydro 1,Godbless to you Mountain View College shine on till Jesus Come. Harvey Maloloy-on: tama ka friend we love our alma matter. we love DXCR. we love mountain view college. Jon-Jon Teves: Radio Quiz Show Roger & Evelyn Pelayo: DXCR ? I love to ponder the devotionals, songs oh so lovely! and other information by those in- charge . I wish I can access for this program here in the country of Madagascar. Do you have any idea how to access? Many times the messages in this station gave encouragement and comfort to me. God bless DXCR and that MVC SHINES TIL JESUS comes. Ultimino Rivera Jr: When I was a new student at Mountain View College, I loved listening to DXCR. I would “standby” at the DXCR front door and listen to the program. When I made my program now, I enjoyed more listening to my program. My wife loves to listen to my Station I.D.

Elnorie Caballero: DXCR, the first SDA radio station I learned to love. DXCR songs drew me closer to my Savior during my MVC days. DXCR has a special place in my heart.

Charm Magsayo-Almocera: Me too madam Norie hehe

Pleny Baxter: SD-RECORDING ..Fun but tired and hungry. Buyano Kits: I remember the beautiful music in the morning while cooking food in the cafeteria.... i miss it . Joy Allosa Maglana: I have lots of fond memories at DXCR. I'm thankful to be given a privilege to work there. At the beginning I made lots of mistakes and still made mistakes every now and then. I appreciate the patience and faith of "Dad Tanamal," the mentoring of Sir Jim Solis and Ma'am Annie Mendez. I remember Teddy Asok was my technician the first time I went live on air. I was so nervous and made some repetitions on the readings I prepared. Later I enjoyed hosting the noontime quiz show with Teddy and sometimes with

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Gemini. Roy Arrogante, Herman, Noli, Kuya Welsie, Bong Solis, and many others were my fellow "working" students there. I spent the last summer of my college years working fulltime at DXCR. That time my parents did not give me allowance kay "fulltimer" lagi daw. I had to know how to live as one. And I enjoyed it the whole time. Oh what memories.. Charm Magsayo-Almocera : One thing I fondly love every time I sit on my chair in that booth every morning for our program with a lot of friends on the air gives me zeal and inspiration to work for DXCR ... Love it... Dale Claveria: Before DXCR was temporarily put off air, I really love listening to Adventures in Odyssey episodes. I was looking forward to listening to them every day and I especially love it when the preacher finishes his sermon earlier so that I won't miss the Sabbath episode.

Jerry Luba: I also hosted the Radio Quiz Show...funny was coz, if no one had called, we called people to call us. HAhaha

Karl Mae Lucenar-Jardiniano: Pareho ta Leigh Ferrer.... Missed those days......missed Airwaves! Eric Jed Abordo: Sir dale, the Mendez, Madriagas and other kids actually go and borrow the Adventures in Odyssey tapes after they are aired. There is a big cabinet of tapes in the station library. I still listen to Adventues in Odyssey and Focus on the Family since they have their android apps.

Dale Claveria: Yes Jed. I found that out later when Jong2x Brondo worked at DXCR. But i have to "fall in line" since there were other avid adventures in Odyssey listeners who booked the CDs ahead of me. Vincent Roy Dionzon: DXCR...it is where we enjoyed singing "ON AIR" ...'"panahon sa kabataan".. every Sabbath afternoon....way back 1975-1980's. Alfredo Agustin: “you are listening to DXCR. 1386 khz, the Voice of Hope. Broadcasting from Mountain View College, Valencia, Bukidnon.” “If you hear us and forget us, you lose nothing! if you hear HIM and forget HIM you lose everything!"

BemBem Claveria: I was in DXCR 86-91--long enough to handle programs like Inspiration, Radio Quiz Show, Ang Imong Panimalay, Newsbreaks, morning greetings, Panahon sa Kabataan, bisan unsa na lang. Kay kon absent or bakasyon ang naka sked nga announcer ako may palingkuron sa booth kay fulltimer lagi! But I miss my regular programs--Panimalay & Radio Quiz Show! Letters coming from fans and listeners everyday day were very heartwarming and overwhelming. ug tungod kay wla pay laing estasyon tong una, kada gawas namo Mlybly or Valencia, maghutikanay ang mga tao sa palibot, "Hala, announcer man na sya sa DXCR!" That feeling of fulfillment when they say, "Thank You"! The reality that, bisan sa ako ka kabus ug kabatan-on sa panghuna-huna, God used me to help others in their family and personal problems, and somehow... to inspire people! The odd thing was: When people say, "Maam, naminaw baya jud mi kanunay sa imo program!" Sa amo pud huna2, "alangan, kay wa gud laing estasyon, di mapugos mo'g paminaw namo!" I miss the flowers and thank you notes from listeners. One time a salesgirl at Jocels store gave me chocolate (Tootsie Roll), pasalamat kuno sa akong tambag niya on-air! Other listeners still remember me now, thanks to Fesbuk! Nancy Jane Patinio: I misssed those days!!! i cant hold back my tears ....ung time naligo ang lahat n mga empleyado s DXCR tapos .nakalimot nko ato nga lugar manupali b yon!gituklod ko ni hernan dela cruz d nya alam d ko marunung lumangoy..buti nlang nandun c kuya welcy our station manager at c kuya elvin salarda.:-):-):-)i missed also the music from vivaldi,mozart,beethoven,handel,tchycovskie etc...and one thing na

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nagpabilin s alimpatakan nko when it come to this station mao ni...SMALL MIND TALK ABOUT PEOPLE,AVERAGE MIND TO ABOUT EVENTS,GREAT MIND TALK ABOUT IDEAS.:-):-)

Charm Magsayo-Almocera to Bem Claveria: prex, kahilakon man sab ta sa imong story oi kay maka relate pud ko ana kay kining kabus nimong higala naka chance pud ug pakig himamat sa atong mga higala sa kahanginan ilabina sa siudad sa valencia ug malaybalay, bukidnon those were the days i fondly loved and missed about our station ID DXCR ai pls padad i daw ko atong recorded na station ID ni sir ric beh hehe

Hernan dela Cruz: hehe balaknon kaayo si charm (why have you chosen me). si nancy nanumangil nga ako siya gituklod-iya gusto nga kuyogon ko niya ug lukso pero wa ko mukuyog lukso niya kay di ko kabalo molangoy Dinah Galarpe: I worked with Patt Batto & pioneering secretarial pool here! Had the first live Bible drama series on air! Ed Zamora recorded it for kid's story time! Boy Queroyla Singsing: For me in my mvc long time ago,I miss tingog sa paglaum hosted by mr abordo

Alvin Lucrida Bulalahos: I grew up with this Radio Station. When I started hearing Christian music after I was born, DXCR is always part of my life. I hope DXCR will continue airing til’ Jesus comes! More power to our only radio station in the Philippines if I am not wrong.

DXCR PRAYER WARRIORS

1. An alumni texts from Europe. Marital problems. Husband found someone else. Needs prayer 2. An alumni texts from California, brokenhearted. Her brother’s leg got amputated. Requests

prayer. 3. An alumni emails from the Middle East. Single RN and working hard to provide for her aging

parents & her siblings families, she is now very sick and admitted at a hospital for surgery (explore lap). The doctors do not know what is wrong. There are no Adventists where she is at and she has been worshiping by herself for two years now. Her family depends so much on her she does not want them to know she is sick. She requests prayers.

4. An alumni in the East Coasts texts requesting prayers. He is concerned about his 2 children who are angry with God.

5. An alumni texts. His wife left him and the kids. Is life even worth living? 6. An alumni emails from Mongolia. She is caring for a sick patient 24/7. The only person she

ever sees is the patient. She is so lonely she prays that her sanity will remain intact. What do these people share in common? They are all MVC alumni. Each one reached out, desperately looking for someone whom they can speak with and pray with. Each one is in crisis. None of them can find someone close by whom they can confide in or pray with. Of course I prayed with each of them! Of course I followed up a couple times during the week to check on them. Of course I referred them to DXCR online listening! At my workplace, I am a certified mentor/counselor and have attained the “fellow” level. However, I never give any advice or counsel during these “pray-for-me” calls for help. Instead, simply listen, I have learned that the caller is far more benefited when someone listens to them and prays with them. When someone reminds them that there is a Savior who is willing to help them. So I listen, point them back at God’s faithfulness, and pray with them.

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One day after such a call, the caller thanked me and apologized for bothering me (1:30AM California time). She said she wished there was a prayer hotline that she could call, so that she could talk to someone and just pray with someone. I realized later that each call ended this way, with the caller wishing there was a prayer hotline to call. So I ask you: why couldn’t there be? Why not? I spoke with my small prayer-group, the Praying Paladins, and shared this story. That same week, I also shared with Pastor Jun Rivera. Ideas are forming and we are all working together to create an international prayer group called “DXCR Prayer Warriors.” Think of it as your typical small prayer-group (make that plural, please!) of dedicated prayer warriors willing to pray intentionally for DXCR, her crew, and her listeners. Add technology. Using technology, alumni around the world can call in and join us in prayer, whether as a caller requesting prayer, or as part of the team. This will provide alumni around the world a “prayer hotline” to call. They will speak with an MVCian and pray with that person. We are still working out the logistics. Further information will be released as soon as we have more details. Interested in joining? Contact us and write “DXCR Prayer Warriors” in your subject line

NEW COMPUTER FOR DXCR

XCR has soft spot in the hearts of MVC Tri-State Alumni officers and members that it sounded music to their ears upon hearing that DXCR was back on the air on October 6, 2011 after 6 years of silence and slumber. Pastor Leonardo Asoy, president of South Philippine

Union Conference made the announcement when he was guest and Hour of Worship speaker in Maryland, U.S.A. during a joint MVC alumni retreat in October 2011. The MVC Tri-State Alumni Association (for New Jersey, New York, and Connecticut) had approved the release of funds for the purchase of one desktop computer for DXCR. Pastor Ultimino Rivera, DXCR Manager in his facebook message of thanks and gratitude said that the donation was an answer to a long-felt need for a new desktop computer for broadcast production and online streaming of DXCR Internet Radio to widen the scope of broadcast coverage worldwide that alumni abroad may also give a listen and the feel of the broadcast emanating from MVC campus. (Search: http://dxcrhoperadio.listen2myradio.com for happy listening!) In another development, the association has also the concern for the SULADS program when it donated funds for the purchase of a computer deemed useful for the infant SULADS Comprehensive High School for Muslim students in Tawi-tawi, Sulu as suggested by Daryl Famisaran. The tri-state MVC alumni group is just a 2-year-old baby association with a big heart to love and remember the Alma Mater, and to plan and work the plan in keeping the group intact and alive for mutual concern, support, and camaraderie while shining for the Lord. Born on January 1, 2011 during the birthday party of Dr. Heide Go at her residence at Hasbrouck Heights, New Jersey with

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only about ten alumni gathered at the spacious basement (to free from noise of merrymaking and fun upstairs) that started the "bang." Then after 2 months during next meeting, it grew to 25 members, and to-date made up of about 40 strong. More recruits are expected to show up to join the force. Two years ago, the alumni had tendered and sponsored a fund-raising Christmas banquet and the profit generated from the affair plus funds drawn from personal purses found its way to MVC alumni service-oriented projects and affordable worthy cause. Joel Asumbrado was the first president followed by Jun Aguilar, incumbent president. To keep the group intact and alive, the get-together activities included meetings, picnic in the park, joining the Philippine Independence Day parade in New York City (twice) in support to show spirit of patriotism, holding religious retreats, sharing fun, laughing, singing, and eating together. Worth bringing to mind are the experiences - mixed memories while at the college campus, and the alumni's present whereabouts and status, counting the blessings, praising God, and giving credit to the early training and education in MVC. Recently during the scheduled sundown worship at the State Liberty Park in Jersey City, Pastor Manny Jardiniano, president of MVC Alumni Association - Western U.S.A., and now the new church pastor of the First Filipino SDA Church of New Jersey was invited to give the message. We don't miss DXCR this time for its signal and programming booms out in the internet. By the way, it was Jimmy Solis who was assigned as first anchorman to cover the live on-air MVC Sabbath services emanating from Florence Kern Auditorium to build up sermon audience via airwaves in few distant regions, but now DXCR can also be heard anywhere in the world through computers! "We may give without loving, but we cannot love without giving." A little means a lot in time of needs. A time and money spent for a worthy cause and humanitarian concern can make us feel happier and healthier. The best is yet to come! xxx - By Manny P. Mullaneda

STEP UP TO KEEP DXCR ON THE AIR

o you have ideas on what YOU want to do to help keep DXCR on the air? Would you like to work with others or would you rather work on your own? Whether in solos or in groups, we all need to work together to help our station.

If you want to join in discussion, planning, etc, join the DXCR family on our Facebook page which is called “Revive DXCR- Mountain View College AM Radio Station”

ANNOUNCEMENTS

November 13-16, 2013. MVC Alumni Association Western USA Reunion.

Venue: Vallejo, California. Lodging: Marriot Courtyard Vallejo. (707) 644-1200. Mention MVCAA-WUSA to avail of the group discount. Plan to attend! Don’t miss the fun! Meet old friends and make new ones! Get revived spiritually. For more info, message (FB) “Eng Sabilot Sejarp” or Alger Prajes.

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Tentative schedule:

13th Wed. Arrival. Registration 14th Thu. Tour. 15th Fri. Organic Olympics 16th. Sab. Sabbath worship then socials. 17th. Sun. Return home.

Hotel Discount Rates offered to MVC 2-double queen ($109/night) 1-king w ith pull-up bed ($109/night) King suite ($129/night)

For more info about the hotel visit: http://www.marriott.com/hotels/travel/sfovl--‐courtyard--‐vallejo--‐napa--‐valle

October 6, 2013. DXCR 40th Anniversary.

EDITOR’S NOTE: Because of budgetary constraints the station at this time does not have plans for a festive celebration. Instead, there will be a special worship service of thanksgiving and the staff (except for 2, everyone else is a student) will go to a nearby village to do a free clinic. If you would like to participate or help, please contact the station manager directly. Ulrivjr at yahoo dot com

HAPPY 40TH BIRTHDAY, DXCR!

GYC 2014. (Save the date!). http://gycweb.org/ When: Jan 1-5, 2014. Where: Orlando, FL. Who: youth from all over America & other countries GYC is a youth-initiated and-led movement of Seventh-day Adventists from diverse backgrounds, united in a common commitment to serious Bible study, intense prayer, uncompromising lifestyle, and boldness in sharing Christ with others. Our theme for this year’s GYC conference is “Before Men and Angels,” taken from Paul’s words to the Corinthians: “ . . . for we are made a spectacle unto the world, and to angels, and to men” (1 Cor. 4:9). The struggle we face here is one of cosmic consequences, a battle being waged not just before men but before angels as well.

YOUR TURN!

hroughout the past 15 years many of us have been blessed with Cyberflashes, the e-newsletter that keeps MVC alumni and friends in touch. And the editors are confident that our readers have great stories to share and are inviting you to let your stories be heard!

Below is a rough sketch of upcoming topics. INSTRUCTIONS: (What) Select the topic you want to write about. (Who) Collaborate with the editor in charge of that week/topic. (When) Please submit everything 1-2 week prior to the mail-out date. That will give the editors time to edit and put everything together. (Where) The email addresses of the editors are in the “Meet The Editors” section, the 2nd to the last page of the newsletter.

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DATE EDITOR TOPIC

Oct 4 Raylene Rodrigo-Baumgart “Great Is Thy Faithfulness”

Oct 11 Eddie Zamora About our Filipino heritage Oct 18 Evelyn Porteza-Tabingo “On Friends and Friendships”

Oct 25 Guest Editor: Saradale R. Gauzon Nov 1 Jesse Colegado *

Joy Caballero-Gadia Who are some MVCians you are most thankful for? Why? Deadline Oct 20.

Nov 8 Raylene Rodrigo-Baumgart

Nov15 Eddie Zamora Nov22 Evelyn Porteza-Tabingo Voices of Thanksgiving

Nov29 Joy Caballero-Gadia SULADS – Part I Deadline Nov 15.

Dec 6 Jesse Colegado * Joy Caballero-Gadia

SULADS – Part II (if there are enough stories submitted) Deadline Nov 20.

Dec13 Raylene Rodrigo-Baumgart

Dec20 Eddie Zamora Dec27 Evelyn Porteza-Tabingo

Jan 4 Possible Guest Editor…

Jan 10 Jesse Colegado * Joy Caballero-Gadia

Angels – Ps. 34:7

*Jesse Colegado – will be involved in year-end meetings and work related travels in the next 3 months. He arranged for other editors to provide coverage while he is unable to work on CF. EDITORS NOTE: Do any of you know an MVCian(s) who enjoys writing and might like to assist the CF editors in some projects? Let me know! I have a few projects that I need help with. Will offer mentoring and guidance to young enthusiasts if needed. Seasoned writers are also needed.

PRAYER REQUESTS

Worldwide: The bereaved families of Landon Alamo Merginio, Archie Villagracia Calape Damayo, Ana Teorima-

Faigao, Ruby Dimayacyac-Capalad, Zelle Hilado-Zamora, Eunice Ferrer-Layon, Villanueva Cabardo-Daiz, and others who have lost loved ones recently.

Our fellow alumni and friends who are ill or receiving treatment: Esther Ba-al, Jo Tortal, Ivy Catolico-Robles, Benny Banaag, Betsy Costanos-Wooljer, Doug Holstein, Jil Fadre, Alorence Rivera-Alconcel, Nefre Dichoso, Allan Magie, Ave Catalon- Lorieza, Evelyn Lipay-Florendo, and Violeto Bocala.

For the health and safety of all our missionaries and their families all over the globe.

For the work of the Sulads and the ministry of the Gospel Outreach.

For our leaders of the Seventh-Day Adventist Church

For all the different alumni groups that are in the Philippines and other countries rendering medical

services and evangelistic efforts and all other projects they do for The Master.

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For our alumni and friends who are in dangerous places or war-zone areas of the Philippines and the Middle East.

For the international prayer conference scheduled for young adults which will be held at Orlando, FL,

on January. GYC. http://gycweb.org/ Philippines:

For all the flood victims in the Philippines.

The leaders, faculty, staff, and alumni of MVC as they “Shine On Till Jesus Comes”.

For the exams for the Family Medicine Residents in the Philippines. The exams continued to be scheduled on Sabbaths and our Adventists doctors have faithfully refrained from taking the exams on Sabbath. They have also formally requested the Board to schedule the exam on a different day other than Sabbath. The board has not made any final decision but says the exam will be tentatively scheduled for Saturday Nov 16, 2013.

DXCR:

For DXCR Hope Radio, her leadership and staff, her listeners, and all those who have called in for a special prayer request.

The plans for DXCR Prayer Warriors

DXCR alumni as they work together to keep DXCR on the air. PERSONAL

For each other.

ACKNOWLEDGEMENT For five weeks, the DXCR Family worldwide collaborated with each other to work on the DXCR Issue of Cyberflashes. A heartfelt THANK YOU to the following: Lillian Javellana, Jun Rivera, Dr. Jonatham Catolico, Manny Mullaneda, Ric Abordo, Eddie Zamora, Laurice Faye Madriaga – Tubungbanua, Paul Penaranda, Welsey dela Cruz, Bobby Cuares, Chuchi Valleramos, Eric Jed Abordo, Leigh Ferrer, Chloie Baragona, Joe Oclarit, Hernan dela Cruz, Joel Ceniza, Lauro Godilano, Charm Magsayo-Almocera, Janice Abordo, EmEm Superable Sanes, Francis “Val” Aguilar Jr, Romy Halasan, Aix Dei, Melodie Mae Karaan Inapan, Milcah Ticoy Rosales, Pliny Fondevilla, Myrah Terencio Pradia, Evelyn Pelayo, Verna Francisco, Roger & Evelyn Pelayo, Harvey Maloloy-on, Jack Ladra, Kirby Murcia, Jon-Jon Teves, Elnorie Caballero, Pleny Baxter, Buyano Kitz, Joy Allosa-Maglana, Dale Claveria, Jerry Luba, Karl Mae Lucenara-Jardiniano, Vincent Roy Dionzon, Alfred Agustin, BemBem Claveria, Nancy Jane Patinio, Dinah Galarpe, Alexis & Nellie Llaguno, Sharon Donato, Val Moralde, Del Mark Valendez, James Enoveno, Jared Estore, Sophia Pascua, Nicoli Rivera, Sheila Canilao, Ian Alfer Ba-al, Iris Kay Tigley, Joezer Pamesa, Dorothy Faye Nebres-John, Arlene Alamo-Merginio, Alvin Lucrida Bulalahos, Job Tanamal, Last week we received news from the campus just as we were getting ready to send off the newsletter. Ecstatic about the news, we failed to acknowledge those contributors. We apologize. We also acknowledge them: Dr. Veneracion Cabana, Nelson Madriaga and his students: Darlene Caliso, Japhet Ramos, Sweet Kenny Dawn Locop, & Estella Lou Rubino. Thank you also to Donna Pearl Rubino, Sweet Locop, and Japhet Ramos who contributed Hilltop News this week.

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MEET THE EDITORS In lieu of Jesse Colegado, today’s issue of Cyberflashes is coordinated and edit by Ardys Joy Caballero-Gadia in collaboration with the DXCR Alumni Family. Next week’s issue will be coordinated by Raylene Baumgart. Please direct all entries and contributions to her or to any of the editors.

Eddie Zamora ezamora594 at aol dot com Evelyn Porteza-Tabingo etabingo at gmail dot com Jessie Colegado Cyberflashes at gmail dot com Joy Caballero-Gadia watermankids at yahoo dot com Raylene Rodrigo-Baumgart raylene.baumgart at gmail dot com

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CLOSING THOUGHTS

ndrew and John had something big to worry about. The need was great and God told them to

act on it but God did not tell them how. You see, more than 5,000 men plus their wives,

children, and other family members, were gathered on a hillside listening to Jesus teach all

day. It was late in the day and nobody had eaten yet. And Jesus says to give them something to eat.

Andrew found a lad among the crowd; he had five little loaves of bread and two small fishes. (2 pan-

de-sal and 2 bulinaw?) The lad happily gave all to Jesus although I am sure he was hungry too and

well aware that he had no extra food elsewhere. Jesus blessed the food and everyone on the hillside

was fed.

What do you have? Are you willing to give some to Jesus? Most? All? Whatever it is you decide to

return to the Giver-Of-All-Gifts be assured that not only will you received it back ten-fold but

everyone around you will also be blessed. What do you have that you value the MOST? Do you want

that doubled? Tripled? Well, whatever you decide, that is between you and our Savior. He already

gave all of Heaven for us, and all He wants back from us is our love freely and wholeheartedly given.

Sharing what you have to help keep DXCR on the air (Time? Money? Talents? Efforts?) – that would

be a fruit of your love for Jesus. How much do you love Him? That is between you and God.

As for me and my friends? In a time when losing our jobs and our homes is a daily threat, when life

is so rushed there is no time to sit down for meals, a time when we don’t know what our tomorrow

holds … we believe that NOW is the best time to reach out and partner with God. Like the a widow

of Zerapath who offered Elisha her last meal, who knows how much we will be blessed by

partnering with God to keep DXCR on the air? We only know that like the people on that Judean

hillside that, many will be fed by His presence including us and those we love. That is priceless!

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“The means in our possession may not seem to be sufficient for the work; but if we will

move forward in faith, believing in the all-sufficient power of God, abundant resources will

open before us. If the work be of God, He Himself will provide the means for its

accomplishment. He will reward honest, simple reliance upon Him.”

EGW writes, Desire of Ages, p.371

Happy 40th

Anniversary DXCR

from all of us!!