THE FIRST PINOY PD CONVENTION, A SUCCESS!

The first annual convention of the Pinoy Parkinson's Disease (Pinoy PD) on Healing of Parkinson's Disease thru G-MEN (God, Medicine, Exercise and Nutrition) has been successfully launched last October 22, 2011 at the Multi-purpose Hall, Paseo Parkview Suites, Makati City. It was also the Feast Day of Blessed John Paul II.

Father Joey Paras, SDB, officiated the Thanksgiving Mass with Miss Rowena Bicaldo as Lector while the trio of Eufe and Mary Rose Tantia and Marie Ness Cabahug led the choir.  In his homily, Fr. Paras emphasized the virtues of Blessed John Paul II and the latter's love for the Blessed Virgin Mary. He said that the family and the caregivers of those with Parkinson's disease were in a privileged position because they can see the face of Jesus everyday in the face of those suffering from PD.

His Excellency, Most Reverend Patricio A. Buzon, SDB, and Chairman of the Episcopal Commission on Health Care conveyed his inspirational message from the Diocese of Kabankalan, Kabankalan City, Negros Occidental. He stated that the healing of Parkinson's disease resides in God and in Man. "God is the source of life. Life is a gift from above. Man is also another source of healing. Life is also a responsibility. We have our own part to play for healing to happen. The human counterpart of healing is thru MEN - Medicine, Exercise and Nutrition. Do your part and God will do His."

Brother Michael Angelo F. Lobrin gave an animated talk on Spiritual Healing of Parkinson's Disease. He is a graduate of Bachelor of Arts, Major in Classical Philosophy in San Carlos Seminary Guadalupe. He has obtained units in Master of Arts in Theology from the same institution.  He was a professor of Theology at the De La Salle University, Manila Doctors College and St. Paul University, Quezon City.  He is currently a professor of Philosophy at the Entrepreneur School of Asia in Quezon City and serves as Adviser for Religious Affairs to a number of local and national politicians.  Brother Michael is – in more ways than one – a prolific and sought-after inspirational speaker.  He is also the best selling author of “Laugh with God Today!”

After his talk, Brother Michael Angelo prayed over those with Parkinson's disease. He also loaned the relic of Blessed John Paul II so the participants of the convention can touch it after reciting the "Prayer for Healing of Parkinson's Disease through the Intercession of Blessed John Paul II.

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PINOY PARKINSON'S DISEASE THRU G-MEN (GOD, MEDICINE, EXERCISE AND NUTRITION)

PINOY PD THRU G-MEN (GOD, MEDICINE, EXERCISE AND NUTRITION) will be the First Annual Convention for lay persons with Parkinson’s Disease (PD) and their caregivers which will be held on October 22, 2011. This date has been chosen for the convention because it coincides with the Feast Day of Blessed John Paul II who himself suffered from Parkinson’s disease but did not deter the late Pope from performing his anointing.

        We have gathered four resource speakers who will discuss the holistic approach in the management of Parkinson's Disease. One is a Neurologist and Movement Disorder Specialist who will tackle the updates in the diagnosis and medical management of PD.  Another is a Rehabilitation Medicine Specialist who will discuss the physical aspect in the therapy of PD. An author and expert will also give a lecture on vegetarianism and meditation. While the fourth speaker is a prolific and sought-after inspirational speaker.



        There will also be three simultaneous workshops which will showcase the Complementary and Alternative Medicine (CAM) in the treatment of Parkinson's disease. Each of these workshops will be open to the participants with limited slots only.


        For the next nine weeks, you will come to know PINOY PD THRU G-MEN and what it stands for. This will be our vehicle to spread the good news that there is still hope for every PD regardless of race, sex or creed. Parkinson's disease may not have a cure but it should not put an end to the life of anyone afflicted with it because it will open doors so others may learn to share every thought, every word and every deed with LOVE in their hearts for PD.

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