In a moving address before the Final Blessing, Consul General Gina A. Jamoralin highlighted the resilience of the community. "Today is not just a date on the calendar; it is a difficult milestone for those who lost their homes, their loved ones, and their sense of safety," the Consul General stated. "We are here to reaffirm that the spirit of 'Bayanihan'—of looking out for one another in times of crisis—remains our greatest strength as we walk the path of healing together."
The Mass included specific prayers for the eleven deceased individuals and for the continued physical and emotional recovery of the survivors. It also featured petitions for peace in the Middle East and Ukraine, reflecting the community’s shared hope for an end to violence everywhere.
The Philippine Consulate General extends its deepest gratitude to Father Gabriel D’Souza, Pastor, and the St. Mary’s Parish community for providing a sacred space for this solemn moment of remembrance. The Consulate General remains committed and dedicated to supporting the welfare and unity of the Filipino diaspora in British Columbia. END.
