Adamson University Institute for Religious Education - IRED

28/05/2026

20/05/2026

Accompanied by the song Bawat Kaluluwa by IV of Spades, the video portrays the reality faced by today’s youth—from moments of hope, unity, and joy to the harsh truth of poverty, neglect, and inequality. Through contrasting scenes of privileged children and marginalized youth forced to work, beg, or abandon their dreams, the video highlights the growing gap within society and the struggles that many children silently endure.

As the story unfolds, the loss of hope becomes evident through symbols of isolation, suppression, and helplessness caused by a system that continues to fail them. Yet amidst the darkness, the youth rise and fight back, showing resilience, compassion, and solidarity through acts of support and opportunities for change.

In the end, the video serves as a powerful reminder that the youth are not only the “hope of the nation,” but also the driving force that can restore light, dignity, and hope for every forgotten child.

06/05/2026

29/04/2026

"We have forgotten that we ourselves are dust of the earth."

The Earth is suffering because humans have irresponsibly abused its resources and treated it as something to dominate and exploit. This harm reflects the brokenness within humanity and is visible in environmental destruction affecting land, water, air, and all life. It reminds us that we are deeply connected to the Earth, we depend on it for life, yet we have neglected and mistreated it like one of the most vulnerable among us.

(Laudato Si' #2)