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December 10, 2024, Mining, Pampanga, the Philippines – At the heart of a mini-concert on December 3, 2024, the Adrian Dominican Sisters of the Our Lady of Remedies Mission Chapter and their friends and colleagues shared a moment of joy and excitement, cascaded by a colorful illumination of togetherness and celebration. 

The occasion was more than a small concert. It was a musical benefit intended to raise support for the completion of the Adrian Covered Court, which served as the venue for the event. A joint project of the Sisters and the Dominican School of Angeles City Foundation Inc., the covered court is envisioned as a hub and valuable resource for the school and for community activities of the Sisters.

Dr. Eric Zapanta, who attended the nearby University of the Assumption and is now a success in education and music, set the tone for the concert by singing a medley of songs and playing the saxophone.  

The gathering was transformed into a celebration of the shared mission and fellowship among the Sisters of Our Lady of Remedies Chapter, who showcased their talents throughout the night, along with the students and faculty of Dominican School of Angeles City and an Aeta scholar. It was delightful to hear them perform a wide variety of songs and dances. 

Performing in the concert were generous priest friends from the Archdiocese of San Fernando, as well as priest friends from outside the archdiocese, the Singing Priests: Fathers Bienvenido Castil, MSC, Douglas Baddong, Carmelo Agustin, Norman Arce, Eisen John Cruz, and Enrique Luzung. 

Father Luzung, the concert’s director and primary host, cultivated a feeling of communal ownership among participants as he acknowledged their efforts toward the ongoing project. He noted that once the covered court is completed, all could take pride in a collective, achieved mission.  

Members of the Adrian Dominican Sisters Leadership Council from the United States – Sisters Lorraine Réaume, OP, Corinne Sanders, OP, and Mary Soher, OP – joined in the activities, as did Sister Nancy Jurecki, OP, who is enjoying an immersion experience in the Philippines. The event was also enhanced by the endearing and enduring presence of Archbishop Emeritus Paciano B. Aniceto, D.D.   

Written Collaboratively by Sisters in Our Lady of Remedies Mission Chapter

Caption for above feature photo: Adrian Dominican Sisters from the Our Lady of Remedies Mission Chapter in the Philippines – along with Sister Lorraine Réaume, OP, Vicaress and General Councilor – take the stage during their “Mini-Concert for a Cause.”
 

October 21, 2024, Adrian, Michigan – Get a head start on your Christmas preparations by attending the Christmas Open House at the Weber Shop at Weber Retreat and Conference Center Wednesday, November 13, 2024, through Saturday, November 16, 2024. The shop is open from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. each day.

The festivities include an Open House Kick-off and Preview during the monthly Lunch and Learn at 12:15 p.m. November 13. Bring your lunch to hear more about the items for sale and to participate in special raffles and door prizes. Refreshments will be served.

The Weber Shop offers unique art pieces and other gifts created by Sisters, nativity sets, Christmas cards, original ornaments, and other special items. 

For information, contact the Weber Shop at 517-266-4035 or [email protected].

Weber Center is on the campus of the Adrian Dominican Sisters Motherhouse, Adrian, Michigan. On East Siena Heights Drive, turn into the driveway between the Adrian Rea Literacy Center and the solar panel-covered carport. Follow the signs to Weber Center. For information, call the Weber Center at 517-266-4000.