THE INFLUENCE OF THE SPIRITUAL PROGRAMS OF NORTHEAST LUZON

ADVENTIST COLLEGE ON SENIOR HIGH SCHOOL STUDENTS’ WELL-BEING

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A Research Presented to
The Faculty of Senior High Academy
Northeast Luzon Adventist College
Mabini, Alicia Isabela

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In Partial Fulfilment
of the Requirements for the Subject
Inquiries, Investigation, and Immersion

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By

Geraldine Boticas
Mart Jaylord Ignacio
Jamie Sanchez
John Marck Salazar
Avelle Claire Enriquez
Ilgu Kang

May 2023
 CHAPTER I

THE PROBLEM AND ITS BACKGROUND

Introduction

Before the researchers jump into this topic the researchers would like to define what is a

spiritual program. Spiritual programs are programs that provide opportunities for interested

students to: Articulate a personal philosophy of life. Acquire skills and knowledge to address

issues of values, ethics, and morality. (The University of Wisconsin Milwaukee, 2023

Much research has been done on how humans might improve their state of general well-being,

and while Some of these have highlighted elements such as psychological qualities others have

highlighted such as gender, level of education, and monetary gain (Diener, 1984; Diener &

Seligman, 2002; (2012) Erylmaz. Additional research has indicated activities with a purpose that

will improve subjective well-being (Buss, 2000; Fordyce, 1977, 1984; Tkach & 2006's

Lybumorsky). Religion and spirituality have been assessed as internal variables, such as locus of

control, psychological characteristics, and self-esteem that affect a person's perceived well-being

individuals (Holder, Coleman, & Wallace, 2010). (Holder, Coleman, & Wallace, 2010).

Spirituality and religiosity are seen as components of finding the purpose of life in Positive

psychology.

Those who practice positive psychology Diener, 2002; Diener, Nickerson, Lucas, & Sandvik

Lucas, Clark, Georgellis, & Seligman, 2002, 2004 Lyubomirsky, King, & Diener, 2005; Diener,

2004 assert that some materials are necessary for life to exist. with purpose, such as family,

personal projects, occupation, love and affection, and religion (Emmons,1986). Religion and

spirituality, however, do not give that spirituality is the same thing Described as a personal set of

beliefs that offers people positions of peace and authority. Religiousness contains institutional
customs, habits, and beliefs (2004) Huskamp, Fisher, and Stuber (Estrada, C.A.M., Lomboy,

M.F.T.C., Gregorio, E.R. et al.,2019). The spiritual program has a rich and diverse history, with

roots in various religious and philosophical traditions. One of the earliest examples is the Yoga

Sutras of Patanjali, which dates back to around 200 CE and outlines a comprehensive system of

spiritual practice.

In the Christian tradition, the spiritual program is often referred to as spiritual formation or

spiritual disciplines and has been practiced by monks and other religious orders for centuries.

The Desert Fathers and Mothers of the 4th century are particularly notable for their emphasis on

solitude, prayer, and asceticism as means of spiritual growth.

In the modern era, the spiritual program has been popularized by various teachers and

organizations, such as the 12-step program of Alcoholics Anonymous and the teachings of

Eckhart Tolle and Deepak Chopra.

Background of the Study

NELAC or the Northeast Luzon Adventist College is an Adventist School Found at

Mabini Alicia Isabela. And this school is a private Seventh-day Adventist institution owned

and operated by North Philippine Union Conference Corporation, a non-profit organization. It

is open to youth who are in harmony with the Seventh-day Adventist (SDA) ideals. NELA

College Academy is accredited by the Adventist Accrediting Association (AAA).

And the researchers chose Northeast Luzon Adventist College Because NELA College is a

distinctive institution that provides an education based on the Bible. Its goals are to produce

students who will serve God and humanity by exhibiting Christian values and Christlike
character. Recently, there's been more focus on how spirituality and religious programs

improve student well-being. Northeast Luzon Adventist College offers such programs to help

students develop their spiritual lives and enhance their overall well-being.

.And they are having daily spiritual programs that can guarantee a good impact on their

students.

Statement of the Problem

The problem being addressed by this research is to examine the impact of spiritual programs

on student well-being in higher education settings, specifically in Northeast Luzon Adventist

College (NELAC). Specifically, the research aims to determine whether participation in

spiritual programs can lead to improvements in students’ well-being. This research is

important as it may provide evidence to support the implementation of spiritual programs in

higher education institutions as a means of promoting student well-being. This research study

will answer the following questions:

1. What is the demographic profile of the senior high school students of Northeast

Luzon Adventist College?

a. Age

b. Religion

c. Sex

d. Years of studying at Northeast Luzon Adventist College

2. What Spiritual programs are currently being implemented at Northeast Luzon

Adventist College?
 3. What is the well-being of senior high school students at Northeast Luzon Adventist

College in terms of their:

a. safety, value, and respect

b. engagement in academic and social activities,

c. self-esteem, self-efficacy, and sense of autonomy

d. relationships with teachers and peers,

e. sense of belongingness, and

f. happiness and satisfaction with their lives at school

4. What is the relationship between students’ well-being and the following profile of the

respondents:

a. Sex

b. Religion

c. Years of studying at Northeast Luzon Adventist College

5. Is there a significant relationship between the spiritual programs and the well-being of

senior high school students at Northeast Luzon Adventist College?

6. How do senior high school students perceive the influence of spiritual programs on

their well-being?

Research Objectives

Main objective:

The main objective of the study is to assess the influence of the spiritual programs

implemented by the Northeast Luzon Adventist College on senior high school students’

well-being.
Specific objectives:

1. To identify the demographic profile of the senior high school students of

NELAC?

2. To identify the spiritual programs being implemented at NELAC?

3. To analyze the level of well-being of students in terms of their:

a. safety, value, and respect

b. engagement in academic and social activities,

c. self-esteem, self-efficacy, and sense of autonomy

d. relationships with teachers and peers,

e. sense of belongingness, and

f. happiness and satisfaction with their lives at school

4. To relate the senior high school students’ well-being in terms of their

profile:

a. Sex

b. Religion

c. Years of studying at Northeast Luzon Adventist College

5. To identify the relationship between spiritual programs and well-being

among senior high school students of NELAC.

6. To describe how senior high school perceived the spiritual programs of

NELAC.

Theoretical Framework
According to the revised theory of John Westerhoff, (1980) the best way to understand

our life as people of religion is as a journey that proceeds slowly and gradually through

expressions that are constantly expanding. Furthermore, He also said that, as a tree's rings

expand, so does faith. Each ring modifies and adds to the tree a little, yet builds on what

has already grown. before. As a result, Westerhoff provides an example of a tree and

suggests four rings that are involved in the process of growth. First is the Experienced

Faith stage. This says that We accept a belief that is significant to those who raised us,

creating a deep impression on us that shapes our beliefs. Second is the Affiliative Faith

stage The most important details of the phrase’s values, faith tradition, practices, persons,

and faith are that as one person grows, they become an accepted partner in the faith

tradition and take on the characteristics of the nurturing person. This phase of growth is

recognized as a time of testing and is a matching of the person with peer expectations.

Values, values, and practices are similar, and the individual merge their identity with that

of the body. The concerns for belonging, security, and for a sense of power are the

key .drives in forming one's faith concept during this period. This level of faith is

expressed during the adolescent years. Third is the Searching Faith stage where he said

that Faith development is a difficult decision that requires self-reflection and

consideration of other beliefs or practices. It is important to recognize that one's faith is

formed more by others than by personal conviction. There may be experimentation in

which people try out alternatives or commit themselves to persons or causes that will help

them establish personal conviction and active practice. And lastly, we have the final stage,

The Owned faith stage which states that the culmination of the faith development process

is a personal, owned faith, in which a person has reoriented their life and now claims
 personal ownership of and responsibility for their beliefs and practices. This level of faith

is God's intention for everyone and is essential for reaching their highest potential.

Conceptual Framework

INPUT PROCESS OUTPUT

Respondents profile: Data Collection: 1. Demographic profile
o Age o Surveys and of respondents
o Sex Questionnaires 2. Relationship of the
o Religion o Google forms respondents well-
o Years of studying in o Printed being in terms of their
NELAC o Statistical treatment profile
o Descriptive 3. Level of well-being of
Well-being of the respondents: statistics (mean, the respondents
o safety, value, and respect weighted mean, 4. Relationship between
o engagement in academic standard the spiritual programs
deviation, and and well-being of the
and social activities,
frequency respondents
o relationships with teachers
distribution) 5. Respondents
and peers,
o Inferential perceived influence of
o sense of belongingness,
the spiritual programs
and statistics (t-test)
on their well being
o happiness and satisfaction
Research Hypothesis
with their lives at school

Research Hypothesis

The hypothesis suggests that the spiritual programs implemented by Northeast Luzon

Adventist College have a positive effect on the well-being of senior high school students. It

implies that students who participate and attend in these programs are likely to experience an

improvement in their overall sense of well-being. The spiritual programs may include

activities such as Week of Prayer, Devotionals, religious retreats, and other related activities

that promote spiritual growth and development. The hypothesis proposes that these activities
 may have a positive influence on various aspects of well-being such as their safety, value, and

respect, engagement in academic and social activities, relationships with teachers and peers,

sense of belongingness, and happiness and satisfaction with their lives at school

Significance of the Study

The study on the influence of the spiritual programs of Northeast Luzon Adventist College on

senior high school students' well-being is significant in several ways:

1. Education Institutions, particularly those with a religious orientation, may use the

study's findings to design effective spiritual programs that promote the overall well-

being of their students.

2. The study’s results may also help educators and policymakers understand the role

of spiritual programs to promote the holistic development of students.

3. The study's results may also be useful to parents and students in making decisions

about their education, including choosing schools that offer programs that align with

their spiritual beliefs and values.

4. The study may contribute to the growing body of research on the intersection of

spirituality and mental health and add to our understanding of the various factors that

contribute to overall well-being.

5. The study’s result may also help the administration in evaluating the spiritual

programs being implemented by the school.

Scope and Limitation of the Study

The scope of the study is focused on the influence of the spiritual programs of Northeast Luzon

Adventist College on the well-being of senior high school students specifically in their safety,
value, and respect, engagement in academic and social activities, relationships with teachers and

peers, sense of belongingness, and happiness and satisfaction with their lives at school. The study

will aim to identify the spiritual programs and activities offered by the college that are effective

in promoting well-being among senior high school students.

Definition of Terms

Spiritual Programs – these are the religious or non-religious programs that promotes and

aids the well-being of the students.

Well-being – is a state in which pupils are able to develop their potential, learn, and play

creatively. Well being at school means: feeling safe, valued and respected, engaged in

academic and social activities, having self-esteem, self-efficacy and a sense of autonomy,

supportive relationships with teachers and peers, feeling a sense of belonging to their

classroom and school

and feeling happy and satisfied with their lives at school

(https://education.ec.europa.eu/education-levels/school-education/well-being-at-school)