Mr. Edgar Elamparo

Seminarian, First Year Pre-Theology

PERSONAL BACKGROUND
Hometown:
Candelaria, Zambales, Philippines

Do you have any brothers and sisters?
3 brothers and 3 sisters

What is your favorite book(s)?
The New Amercian Bible

What is your favorite band?
Side A Band

What is your favorite movie(s)?
The Lion King, Superman

What is your favorite quote?
"In God we trust"

What is your favorite food?
Adobo

What did you do prior to entering formation?
I was a computer information engineer.

EDUCATIONAL BACKGROUND
What high school did you attend?
University of Santo Tomas Pay High School

What co-curricular activities were you involved in?
Various Church ministries

What college did you attend?
University of Santo Tomas - College of Science

What was your major?
Mathematics and Computer Science

Did you play any sports in college?
Volleyball

RELIGIOUS BACKGROUND
How do you most like to pray?
I pray the Rosary every day

Were you ever an altar boy?
Yes

Who did you talk to about your vocation?
Fr. Mark Catalana, Fr. John Poncini, Fr. Joseph Benedict

What was your parents' reaction to your vocation?
My parents were very happy and excited.

What was your friends' reaction to your vocation?
My friends knew that I was discerning my vocation and they were happy that I answered the Call.

Who influenced and inspired your vocation?
Fr. Steve Kim, Fr. Randy Valenton

Were you familiar with the Seminary before applying?
Yes, I had friends who are Seminarians.

What do you like most about the Seminary?
I enjoy the formation I am receiving.

Who is your favorite saint? Why?
San Lorenzo Ruiz de Manila because he was a true example of a servant of God and defender of the Catholic Faith.

What advice would you give to a young man discerning his vocation?
Try to pay attention to God's call for your life and listen to Him with all your heart.