Finding Old Form The Petro Gazz Angels' Winning Ways This title captures the essence of the post, which explores the themes of perseverance and teamwork in the context of volleyball, using Myla Pablo's story as a metaphor for overcoming adversity.

Finding Old Form The Petro Gazz Angels' Winning Ways

As I sit in my office surrounded by dusty tomes on theology and philosophy, the phrase malapropism suddenly pops into my mind. For those unfamiliar with the term, a malapropism is the act of substituting an incorrect word or phrase for the intended one – a linguistic faux pas that can be both humorous and cringe-worthy.

As I ponder the concept of malapropism, Myla Pablo, the star spiker of the Petro Gazz Angels volleyball team, comes to mind. Like a master linguist, Pablo has rediscovered her old deadly form this conference, leading her team to six consecutive wins in the 2025 PVL All-Filipino Conference.

But what lies behind Pablo's resurgence? Is it simply a matter of finding the right words – or in this case, the right spikes and blocks? As I delve into the world of volleyball, I discover that there is more to it than just linguistic finesse. There is a lesson here for religious leaders and professionals alike.

The Power of Perseverance

Pablo credits their team's loss to the Creamline Cool Smashers as the turning point in their season. It was a tough defeat, but instead of letting it get them down, they used it as motivation to lift themselves up.

This really started when we lost to Creamline in straight sets, Pablo shares. We told ourselves that we should use it as motivation for our next game. It's hard when you keep thinking about the loss, but you need to lift yourself up.

This story reminds me of Nelson Mandela's famous quote The greatest glory in living lies not in never falling, but in rising every time we fall. Pablo and her teammates didn't let their initial defeat define them; instead, they used it as an opportunity to grow and improve.

Lessons for Religious Leaders

As religious leaders, we often face setbacks and challenges. Whether it's preparing a difficult sermon or having a tough conversation with a parishioner, we can learn from Pablo's perseverance. Here are a few takeaways

1. Don't be afraid to admit defeat It takes courage to acknowledge when we've failed. Instead of letting that failure define us, we can use it as an opportunity to grow and improve.
2. Find the silver lining Every setback presents an opportunity to learn and grow. Pablo's team used their loss as motivation to lift themselves up – what can you do to find the positive in your own setbacks?
3. Embrace teamwork As religious leaders, we often work alone or with small teams. But Pablo's story reminds us of the importance of collaboration and support. When we work together towards a common goal, we're stronger and more resilient as a result.

Conclusion

As I close this blog post, I'm reminded of the power of perseverance in the face of adversity. Whether you're a volleyball star or a religious leader, it's easy to get discouraged when things don't go our way. But Pablo's story shows us that with the right attitude and support system, we can overcome even the toughest challenges.

So the next time you're feeling down about a sermon that didn't quite hit the mark or a difficult conversation with a parishioner, remember Pablo's words I'm just doing my job. With faith, perseverance, and teamwork, we can find our own old form – even in the face of adversity.

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Edward Lance Arellano Lorilla

CEO / Co-Founder

Enjoy the little things in life. For one day, you may look back and realize they were the big things. Many of life's failures are people who did not realize how close they were to success when they gave up.