Artist Kristine Lim, a Philippine Navy reservist, unveiled her latest masterpiece, a monument she dubs “Soar on Selah,” at the main entrance of Camp Capinpin in Tanay, Rizal. The string of related events that followed the unveiling were all in line with the organizers’ “Peace is Possible” initiative.
Late last month, the monument “Soar on Selah” by artist and CMO2 Kristine Lim, PN (Philippine Navy) reservist, was unveiled at the main entrance of Camp General Mateo Capinpin, Tanay, Rizal. The permanent artwork is a donation from JCI Quezon City Capitol to the 2nd Infantry Jungle Fighters Division of the Philippine Army.
The unveiling of “Soar on Selah” was part of the program Capitol on a Mission, a collaborative project between JCI Quezon City Capitol, 2nd Infantry Jungle Division Camp Mateo Capinpin, Naval Reserve Command, and with the support of Naval Reserve Center – NCR, Naval Force Reserve – NCR, 22nd NGR NFR-NCR and NRPAU. The monument was built with the help of soldiers of 14IMB of 2ID, headed by Major. Noel Pajel, PA (Philippine Army).
This initiative was also part of the camp’s founding anniversary celebration. Lim, being a Philippine Navy reservist and ambassador, also carries with her and her artwork the spirit of steadfast bond between the Philippine Army and the Philippine Navy. “This is a banner for all to see. A banner that we all raise together to show that in unity, we are standing on God’s victory,” Lim said.
Several activities such as tree-planting, boodle fight and project discussions were conducted as well.
The event was made possible by the officers and members of JCI Quezon City Capitol headed by lawyer Patrick Maglinao, the group’s president. They were ably assisted by
officers and personnel of the 2nd Infantry Jungle Division Camp Mateo Capinpin (led by their commander Major Gen. Roberto S. Capulong, PA); Naval Reserve Command (led by Major Gen. Joseph Ferrous Cuison, PN [M]); with the support of Naval Reserve Center-NCR (led by Capt. Junmar A. Sales, PN [GSC]; Naval Force Reserve – NCR (led by Capt. Norman R. Biola, PN [MNSA] [Res.]); 22nd NGR NFR-NCR (led by CDR Reynaldo M. Rosas [MNSA] [Res]); and NRPAU (headed by OIC Cdr. Medardo C. De Acosta Jr., PN [MNSA] [Res.].
It was followed by an arts for peace workshop in General Nakar, Quezon City for more than 100 children of families who are prone to rebel influence. The entire event’s primary purpose is to instill the values of peace, diplomacy and patriotism to the new generation of future leaders.
Art materials, storybooks from Adarna Group Foundation, Inc., toys from McDonald’s and snacks were distributed after the workshop. Several items were also turned over to staff and students of Minahan ES. Led by project chairman Jay Rod Danganan and Co-Chair Gabriel Astudillo, this is aligned to JCI Philippines’ national program of Peace is Possible.
