Philippines: Priest, nun and lay to receive Papal Awards
With gratitude to God and the Apostolic See, the Roman Catholic Diocese of Dumaguete, Philippines, joyfully announces the conferral of Papal Awards.
The honors will be bestowed during a Eucharistic celebration presided over by Archbishop Charles John Brown, Apostolic Nuncio to the Philippines, on Wednesday, December 11, 2024, at 5:00 PM in St. Catherine of Alexandria Cathedral, Dumaguete City.
The diocese takes great pride in presenting the following Papal Awardees, recognized for their unwavering dedication and service to the Church:
Order of Pope Saint Sylvester
- Atty. Florence A. Tangente, CPA
- Ms. Mary Magdalene Z. Villegas, CPA
Knights of the Order of Pope Saint Sylvester
- William E. Ablong
- Engr. Wilfredo L. Magallano
Croce Pro Ecclesia et Pontifice
- Father Nathaniel B. Gomez, Ph.D.
- Sister Gloria D. Ibalio, O. Carm.
- Victoria P. Dinopol, Ph.D.
- Profetiza S. Lim, Ed.D.
- Ms. Saturnina A. Malayo
These individuals have been chosen to receive these esteemed papal honors in recognition of their faithful commitment and significant contributions to the mission of the Church.
May their exemplary witness of faith and service inspire the Catholic faithful to embody greater generosity and commitment in fulfilling God's will through their service to the Church.
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