Ms.

Rhealyn Chabelita Nabias, LPT

 PRAYER TO SAINT SEBASTIAN

MOST LOVING AND MERCIFUL FATHER, YOU HAVE GIVEN US ST. SEBASTIAN TO
BE OUR MODEL OF CHRISTIAN LIFE AND VIRTUES. IN TIME OF ADVERSITIES, HE
SHOWS COURAGE TO ENDURE HUMAN PAINS AND SUFFERINGS. IN TIMES OF
DOUBT, GENUINE FAITH IN CHRIST AND IN TIMES OF WICKEDNESS, HE REMAINS
TRUTHFUL TO YOUR GOSPEL.

WE ASK YOU, DEAR GOD, TO MAKE US AWARE OF OUR DUTIES AND

RESPONSIBILITIES AS SOLDIERS OF CHRIST IN THE MODERN WORLD. GIVE US THE
COURAGE TO FACE TODAY’S MANY FORMS OF THREAT TO OUR CHRISTIAN
FAITH. MAKE US ALWAYS FAITHFUL TO CHRIST, OUR LORD AND SAVIOR.

ABOVE ALL, KEEP US ALWAYS TRUE TO YOUR LOVING WORDS THAT WE MAY
RECEIVE THE SAME BLESSINGS YOU HAVE SHOWERED TO ST. SEBASTIAN.
THROUGH THE INTERCESSION OF THE BLESSED VIRGIN MARY AND ST.
AUGUSTINE, WE ENTRUST OUR MINDS AND HEARTS TO YOUR LOVING MERCY.

ALL THESE WE ASK IN THE NAME OF YOUR SON, JESUS CHRIST, WHO LIVE AND
REIGNS WITH YOU AND THE HOLY SPIRIT, ONE GOD, FOREVER AND EVER.
AMEN.
What is the importance of
knowing the nature or
purposes of a discourse?
• Identify the nature and purpose of a
discourse.
• Differentiate types of discourses.
• Identify and differentiate literary discourse
and academic discourse.
 comes from the word discursus
in medieval Latin - “argument”
in late Latin - “conversation”
the way that language is used to
convey meanings or to propel
action or provoke a specific
response
 often associated with speech but may also
be a written text

formal and often lengthy discussion of a topic,

where concepts and insights are arranged in an
organized and logical manner
• provides a • tries to convince the • aims to
descriptive and readers that the amuse its
comprehensive proposed claim or readers
discussion on solution is better • provides a
the topic than any other source of
• points out what proposal entertainment
one should • tries to convince the for its readers
know about a readers to believe in
topic or subject or do something
Ms. Rhealyn Chabelita Nabias, LPT
Consider several factors that may have influenced the
writer to make certain claims.
These factors explain the author’s biases, philosophy,
and educational and professional backgrounds,
among others.
The beliefs, customs, attitudes,
language, and other things that
define culture may influence the
author’s perspective on several
issues.
The author’s physical surroundings
and social relationships, as well as
the culture of the time may have
influenced his or her writing.
Personal accounts or firsthand
experience of events, though
subjective, establish credibility
and reliability of information
presented in any discourse.
Argumentation is the act or process of
making and presenting arguments.
Arguments are a series of statements for
or against an idea.
 EXAMPLE OF ARGUMENTATION
Although studying in a university right after high school
graduation is the path that many Filipino students take,
parents should consider allowing their child to take a year
off, especially if the student is not particularly keen on
going to college right away. Studies, such as one by
Parsons (2016), found that if students are able to “rest” for
six to twelve months after graduation and try a new
routine, such as working and earning income, they are
more efficient in their work when they return to school.
Based on the author’s main impression
about the topic. It aims to transmit
that impression through concrete,
colorful, and vivid language. It triggers
the senses of readers.
EXAMPLE OF DESCRIPTION

The shiny new paint reflected the sun on that particular

afternoon, and I could see my reflection on the door. It
made me smile as I slid into the pristine black leather seats
and inhaled the smell I’ve always enjoyed. After a few
minutes of starting the air-conditioning unit, the cold blasts
of air filled the space easily, and I backed out of the
parking space to head home.
This aims to inform about, clarify, and
explain a phenomenon. It defines what
something is and provides an in-depth
discussion about topics that are usually
less explored.
EXAMPLE OF EXPOSITION
While writing a paragraph, it is best to organize your
thoughts first. Without organization or an outline, it will all
seem messy. Next, arrange your ideas by creating a rough
draft of the text using the outline you made. Then, check
the rough draft for errors and revise it as you see fit. If you
have more time, it is best to set this aside and look at it
after a day or two so that you can read the piece with
fresh eyes. You can then revise again until the text is
polished and refined.
This type of discourse is like
storytelling. It recalls events
chronologically. This discourse is told
in varied point of view. May follow a
linear structure or non-linear
structure.
EXAMPLE OF NARRATION
The day my baby sister came home from the hospital was
probably the happiest day of my life. I’ve been praying for
a sibling, so when my mom got pregnant and gave birth, I
think I was even more excited than my parents were.
Before my parents came home from the hospital, we
cleaned the house until it was spotless and set up a little
gift corner in the nursery. Then, we waited for their arrival,
and I finally got to meet my little sister.
Let’s try
Good day! I apologized for the delayed response. The art
event will be held on the 16th of July. To get to the venue,
turn left from the mall. You will see a drugstore in the
corner. Turn right after two blocks. You will find a low-rise
building beside a bank. Go inside and inform the
receptionist that you are one of the participants. Do not
forget to bring a proof of identification. The venue is
located on the third floor.
Let’s try
Sheena, a 7-year-old girl wearing her favorite plain pink summer
dress, is smiling widely when she finally arrived in his Lolo’s
hometown. She hurriedly run in the backyard, and she saw the
sun, shine brightly, as the trees sway and feel the slight breeze of
the wind. There’s nothing like the peace and quiet amongst the
sweet smells of apples gently passing through the air. Walking
along the backyard she saw a basket full of freshly picked
apples. Sheena excitedly crunch into a delicious and perfectly
smooth, ripe apple.
You engage in discourse every day, be it through
conversations or by writing. How do you think you
can ensure that your input in these discourses is
meaningful and well-thought-out?
A literary discourse is generally
focused on creative works such as
poetry, short stories, novels, plays,
and even nonfiction. Texts that are
used strictly for business
communication such as letters,
memos, and resumes.
Poetic
Creative works like poems, novels, short stories, and
plays. It focuses on how language is used to form
themes and convey ideologies.
Makes ordinary words—especially in poetry—
appealing through the use of sound patterns
Expressive
This type of discourse is commonly found in
academic journals, letters, diaries, and blogs. A
personal narrative
Typically written in the first-person point of view.
Reveals something about the writer’s identity
also referred to as creative nonfiction
Transactional
Commonly found in instructional materials,
advertisements, and editorial articles, among
others
Directive in nature as it provides detailed
information on how something is done or
achieved
 An academic discourse is
expository or argumentative in
nature. Sometimes, it presents
an individual’s insights regarding
a concept or method in a
scholarly way. Academic
discourse includes academic
journals and essays.
 Academic Discourse Literary Discourse
formal and scholarly poetic and creative in
use of language; does its use of language
not use figures of
speech and idioms
maintains an objective features more than one
tone using the third- point of view
person point of view
 Introduction Body Conclusion
States the Discusses the methods of Reiterates the writer’s
significance of the gathering information; claims and asserts his or
topic and the issues presents the findings and her stand; may include
that need to be interpretation; contains insights and
addressed; mentions arguments and supports recommendations for
the objectives of the them with evidence further studies
discourse