Theme: “The 1726 Rules: A Sacred Gift of Hope, A Vision for the Future"
1. Eligibility
Open to students, faculty, personnel, lay partners, Sisters, alumni, and MIM members
Divided into categories:
o Junior Category (High school/Youth)
o Senior Category (College and Adults)
2. Essay Requirements
Original, unpublished work.
Language: English, Filipino or any language with English translation.
Word count:
o Junior: 800–1,000 words
o Senior: 1,200–1,500 words
Must reflect on the values and relevance of the 1726 Rules today and how it can shape our mission
and life in the future.
3. Submission Requirements
Typed, double-spaced, 12 pt font, Times New Roman.
Submit as .doc, .docx or .pdf file.
Include a cover page with:
o Full Name
o Category (Junior/Senior)
o Affiliation (school, ministry, or community)
Contact Information
4. Criteria for Judging
Relevance to Theme 30%
Depth of Reflection and Insight 30%
Organization and Clarity 20%
Grammar and Writing Style 20%
5. Deadline and Submission
Deadline for submission: January 31, 2026
Submit via email to mfcommission1@gmail.com
or deliver to Mother Foundress Commission Office, Mother Ignacia Center for Spirituality,
214 N. Domingo, Quezon City