Nine People to Receive Papal Awards for Dedicated Service to Church

Philippines, December 11, 2024: The Roman Catholic Diocese of Dumaguete, Philippines, will honour eight distinguished individuals with Papal Awards under three categories during a Eucharistic celebration on Wednesday, December 11, 2024, at 5:00 PM. The event, presided over by Archbishop Charles John Brown, Apostolic Nuncio to the Philippines, will take place at St. Catherine of Alexandria Cathedral, Dumaguete City. The awards recognize the recipients’ unwavering dedication and exceptional contributions to the mission of the Church.

Order of Pope Saint Sylvester

1) Atty. Florence A. Tangente, CPA

2) Ms. Mary Magdalene Z. Villegas, CPA

Knights of the Order of Pope Saint Sylvester

1) William E. Ablong

2) Engr. Wilfredo L. Magallano

Croce Pro Ecclesia et Pontifice

1) Father Nathaniel B. Gomez, Ph.D.

2) Sister Gloria D. Ibalio, O. Carm.

3) Victoria P. Dinopol, Ph.D.

4) Profetiza S. Lim, Ed.D.

5) Ms. Saturnina A. Malayo

These individuals have been chosen to receive these esteemed papal honours 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.

Courtesy: RVA News