Pagpasidungog sa XaCoSe @ 70 Years

The Saint Francis Xavier College Seminary, in line with its 70th Founding Anniversary, honored its current and former faculty members, staff and workers, with the “Pagpasidungog sa XACOSE@70 Years” with the theme: “Pagpasalamat ug Pagpasidungog sa mga Mamumuo sa Seminaryo”

The event began with a Eucharistic Celebration presided over by Rev. Fr. Jeus P. Jardin, Seminary Rector, and concelebrated by Rev. Fr. Ruperto P. Jamili III, Dean of Seminarians, Rev. Fr. Robert Adam F. Cajipo, Dean of Academics, Rev. Fr. Angelo C. Espinas, Head Spiritual Director and Rev. Fr. Ranebe J. Magallanes, Propaedeutic Year Coordinator. In his homily, Fr. Jeus thanked the members of the faculty, staff and workers for their ministry of hidden service, that despite being in the background of the seminary, their work and presence means a lot to the community.

After the Mass and snacks, everyone proceeded to the Multi Purpose Hall for the Program. In his opening remarks, Fr. Jeus shared his goals for the future of the seminary. Following his remarks, Retired Judge Jesus Quitain, a former member of the seminary faculty, shared the humble beginnings of the Seminary, and its role in shaping the Church of Mindanao.

After the remarks of Fr. Jeus and Judge Quitain, an awarding ceremony took place, honoring the service of retired members of the faculty, staff and workers for the past years. The certificates and tokens were given by Rev. Fr. Jeus P. Jardin and assisted by Rev. Fr. Ruperto P. Jamili III.

After the awarding ceremony, each batch showcased their presentation: the dance presentations of the Propaedeutic Year and the Discipleship Year I, the serenade of the Discipleship Year III, and the formidable Sabayang Pagbigkas of the Discipleship Year II and IV. After each presentation, the seminarians gave tokens and gifts to the teachers, staff and workers, expressing gratitude for their service.

After the presentations, Fr. Ruperto P. Jamili III delivered his closing remarks, emphasizing gratitude, for the service of the faculty, staff and workers towards the seminary, and in helping in the formation of future priests for the Church.

Afterwards, a Marian hymn was sung and was followed by the final blessing given by Rev. Fr. Robert Adam F. Cajipo. Finally, everyone proceeded to the refectory, and shared lunch together. (XACOSE)