Balita · Issue No. 4073
Guest of honor and speaker: Her Excellency MaryKay L. Carlson, Ambassador of the United States of America to the Philippines
U.S. Ambassador MaryKay Carlson is honored as Most Outstanding Ambassador, PHIVOLCS Director Dr. Teresito Bacolcol warns of earthquake risks at the 14th weekly meeting, and a feature profiles Ambassador Babe Romualdez.
Editorial
The Rotary Club of Manila honors U.S. Ambassador MaryKay Carlson with the Most Outstanding Ambassador Award amid a deepening U.S.–Philippine partnership.
Her Excellency MaryKay L. Carlson
Ambassador Extraordinary and Plenipotentiary, Embassy of the United States of America to the Philippines
President’s Christmas Message
President Raoul C. Creencia reflects on the club’s spirit of service and sends Christmas and New Year wishes to the members.
Where the Earth Trembles and the Leaders Gather
A Chronicle of the 14th Weekly Membership Meeting of the Rotary Club of Manila
6th Regular Monthly Meeting
The club’s Board held its 6th regular monthly meeting on November 27, 2025 in the Library Room of the Elks Club.
First Planning Meeting of the 107th Anniversary/Handover Committee
The 107th Anniversary/Handover Committee held its first planning meeting at China Blu, Conrad Manila.
NOMELEC Committee Planning Meeting
The RCManila Foundation NOMELEC Committee met via Zoom on December 8, 2025 to prepare for the election of the Board of Trustees for RY 2026-2027.
Getting Ready for the Weekly Membership Meeting
President Raoul Creencia, Director-elect Caloy Serapio and DSAA John Cutter held a tech-run meeting on December 10, 2025.
“One in a Million Youth” Program
RCM and partner clubs in District 3810 hosted a seminar on mental health and cyberbullying for 500 students of Masville High School.
A Greener Future for the Dumagat Tribe
On November 30, 2025, RCM held a tree-planting and community immersion activity with the Dumagat tribe in Sitio Ysiro, Antipolo.
MOA Signing with Dualtech Training Center and Launch of RC Manila’s ARAL Program
RCM launched its ARAL Program with a MOA signing with Dualtech Training Center, supporting the training of 15 students.
Project R.I.V.E.R
Building Resilience Through Safer Water Management
Kalinga kay Maria: Women’s Health Caravan
RCM and 11 partner clubs of District 3810 held a women’s health caravan offering screenings, medical care and education to underserved communities.
The Listener: The Legacy of Jose Manuel del Gallego Romualdez in Service and Diplomacy
Jose Manuel “Babe” del Gallego Romualdez has lived many lives — newscaster, publisher, civic leader, presidential adviser, and diplomat — yet every chapter reveals the same quiet strength: a man who listens before he speaks, who steadies when others falter, and who navigates the world not with spectacle but with sincerity.
RC Manila, De La Salle-College of St. Benilde Explore Collaboration Opportunities
RCM officials met De La Salle-College of St. Benilde officials on December 5, 2025 to explore collaboration, including reviving the college’s Rotaract Club.
RC Manila Supreme 198’s 8th Induction, 9th Handover Ceremony, and 10th Charter Anniversary
President Raoul Creencia attended RC Manila Supreme 198’s induction, handover and charter anniversary on December 8, 2025 at the Makati Sports Club.
DGND Hermie Esguerra Attends RC Manila Midtown’s Disaster Preparedness Program
DGND/DSG Hermie Esguerra attended the District Disaster Preparedness and Awareness Program hosted by RC Manila Midtown on November 29, 2025.
RI District 3810 Leaders Join December 2025 EXECOM Meeting Virtually
DGND/DSG Hermie Esguerra and SDG Albert S. Alday attended the District 3810 EXECOM meeting via Zoom on December 1, 2025.
District Area Meeting for the Month of December
RCM leaders attended the District Area Meeting for December via Zoom on December 3, 2025.
District Vibrant Club Workshop
DGND/DSG Hermie Esguerra represented RCM at the District Vibrant Club Workshop on December 6, 2025 and delivered its synthesis.
Governor’s Visit to the Rotary Club of Manila Expats
SDG Albert S. Alday attended the Governor’s Visit to RCM daughter club Rotary Club of Manila Expats on December 2, 2025.
Rotary Club of Manila Expats’ First Anniversary and Induction Party
RCM officers attended the First Anniversary and Induction Party of daughter club Rotary Club of Manila Expats on December 2, 2025.
District 3810 Council of Governors Christmas Celebration and Meeting
DGND/DSG Hermie Esguerra and PDG Vince Carlos attended the Council of Governors Christmas celebration on December 4, 2025 at Dusit Thani Manila.
Joint Christmas Party of the Philippine College of Rotary Governors and the Philippine Rotary Media Foundation, Inc.
DGND/DSG Hermie Esguerra and PDG Rudy Bediones attended the joint Christmas party on December 6, 2025 at the Rotary Club of Makati Center.
President Raoul Creencia Attends RC Jinju Jeil’s 30th Anniversary Celebration
President Raoul Creencia and Lady Myls attended the Rotary Club of Jinju Jeil’s 30th anniversary celebration in Jinju City.
A Timeless Gift: Honoring Rotary International Past President Dong Kurn Lee
RI Past President Dong Kurn Lee received a District 3810 commemorative watch at a private dinner in Makati City on December 9, 2025.
Sister Clubs Friendship Golf Round
RC Jinju Jeil, RC Gwangju Yeomju and RC Manila held a friendship golf round on Sunday, December 7, 2025.
Aleco Monday Breakfast
Members gathered for Aleco breakfast fellowships on December 1 and December 8, 2025.
RC Manila Installs Fifth Four-Way Test Marker at Mithing Pangarap in Tondo, Manila
On December 1, 2025, RCM installed its fifth Four-Way Test marker at the Mithing Pangarap compound in Balut, Tondo.
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