Templong Anituhan

Templong Anituhan Inc. does not accept Traditional Membership. Instead, we engage in a process of “REMEMBERING”, wherein individuals reconnect with their Indigenous Ancestral Spiritual Lineage. This process is open to all who seek to rediscover and honor their ancestral spiritual lineage.  – Templong Anituhan By Laws Article 3 Section 1

SECTION 2. ADMISSION. Admission to Templong Anituhan Inc. is conducted through the remembering process. Participants must complete a series of educational classes, workshops, and seminars designed to deepen their understanding of Filipino Indigenous Spiritual Beliefs and Practices.

SECTION 3. BANSAGAN TALATANDA NAMING CEREMONY. Upon successful completion of the remembering process, participants will undergo the Bansagan Talatanda Naming Ceremony Ritual. This ritual serves as a formal recognition of their commitment to the principles and purposes of Templong Anituhan Inc. and marks their official inclusion in the Community.

SECTION 4. RIGHTS AND RESPONSIBILITIES. Participants who have completed the Remembering Process and the Bansagan Talatanda Naming Ceremony Ritual shall have the right to partake in all organizational activities and contribute to the preservation and promotion of Philippine Indigenous Spiritual Beliefs and Practices. They are responsible for upholding the values and objectives of Templong Anituhan Inc.

ARTICLE IV. MEMBERSHIP TYPES AND QUALIFICATION

SECTION 1. Membership in Templong Anituhan is consist of Pithaya, Nabansagan and Inatasan.

1. Pithaya are Individuals who desire to be part of the Templong Anituhan Inc. that undergo the Remembering Process which called Pag alaala or Pagdumduman Class.
2. Once an individual completed the Pagdumduman class, they will undergo the Bansagan Talatanda Naming Ceremony Ritual and will become Nabansagan which is a regular member of Templong Anituhan.
3. A Nabansagan member may elevate their status by becoming an Inatasan which is an Ordained Member of the Temple.
4. Templong Anituhan Inc. also recognizes individuals who have made significant contributions to the preservation and promotion of Indigenous Spiritual Beliefs and Practices; thus, the Board of Trustees will bestow to them Honorary membership to the Temple as Kaagapay.

SECTION 2. QUALIFICATIONS FOR MEMBERSHIP

1. Pithaya Participants.
   • Must be at least 18 years of age
   • Must demonstrate a genuine interest in reconnecting with their Indigenous Ancestral Spiritual Lineage.
   • Must commit to actively participate in Pagalaala Membership Admission Class.
   • Must be willing to undergo Bansagan Talatanda Naming Ceremony ritual and become an Active Member of Templong Anituhan.
2. Nabansagan are regular members of the Temple. For them to maintain good standing with the temple:
   • They must have completed the Pagalaala Membership Admission Class.
   • They must undertake the Bansagan Talatanda Naming Ceremony.
   • They must actively participate in Temple activities and events.
   • They must honor the monthly or annual pledge they commit to the temple.
3. Inatasan are Ordained Members of the Temple. For them to maintain good standing with the temple:
   • They must have completed the Pagalaala Membership Admission Class.
   • They must have undertaken the Bansagan Talatanda Naming Ceremony.
   • They must be an active member in good standing within the temple for about a year.
   • They must express their intention to the Board of Trustees to become an Ordained Member of the Temple.
   • Must undertake the IFS or Indigenous Filipino Spirituality Course.
   • Must be able to undertake the Pagaatas Ordination Ceremony Ritual.
4. Kaagapay are Honorary members of the Temple on which qualifications are as follows:
   • Must be nominated by Inatasan Member of the Temple.
   • Must have made significant contributions to the preservation and promotion of Indigenous Spiritual Beliefs and Practices.
   • Must be approved by a majority vote of the Board of Trustees

SECTION 3. APPLICATION PROCESS

• Prospective members must submit an application form to the Board of Trustee to take the Pagalaala Membership Admission Class.
• Upon completion of the Pagalaala Membership Admission Class, the Gabay mentor who administer the class will provide recommendation for Bansagan Talatanda Naming Ceremony.
• Candidate must pay necessary fee as determined by the Board of Trustees to commence the Bansagan Talatanda Naming Ceremony Ritual.
• A Nabansagan may express their desire to become an Inatasan through Writing to the Board of Trustees to study the IFS Course.
• Upon completion of the required competency, the Guro will provide recommendation letter for Pagaatas Ritual.
• Upon payment of the necessary fee, the Pagaatas will commence upon the determination of the Board of Trustees.

TEMPLONG ANITUHAN MEMBERSHIP PROCESS