It is with sadness that I announce, on behalf of Palawan Lodge No 99, the death of VW Bro Gonzalo Villarin this morning at 3am, August 12.
He was a Master Mason for more than 50 years.
His body will be at St. Peters Chapel, Puerto Princesa City.
Bro Oscar L. Evangelista
[Via email]
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We join the brethren of Palawan Lodge No. 99 in mourning [for] the death of our dear brother, VW Bro Gonzalo Villarin. May it be his portion to hear from Him who sitteth as the Judge Supreme those welcome words:" Well done, thou good and faithful servant. Enter thou into the joy of thy Lord." Amen.
WB COSAIN I. ABBAS
Radjah Indarapatra Lodge No. 387
Marawi City
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Pinoy Masons Worldwide offer their deepest condolences to the family and friends of VW Bro Gonzalo Villarin. Our prayers are with you!
Showing posts with label Palawan Lodge No 99. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Palawan Lodge No 99. Show all posts
Thursday, August 13, 2009
Tuesday, May 5, 2009
Support for 2010
My Dear Brethren,
May the Peace of the Great Architect of the Universe be with you!
I have no doubt in my mind that the Lord has all the while been preparing me for public service . I was left for dead in 1989, and He allowed me to spring back to life. I have been imprisoned as a soldier, but I fully regained the honor and right to wear a soldier´s uniform after having been awarded the Medal of Valor in 2001.
As my military career was very much back on track, I was again challenged to choose between right and wrong, between honor and injustice, between good and evil. Even as we all work for a vibrant and prosperous Philippines, my dream is for every Filipino to enjoy the essence of freedom from poverty, fear, and injustice; to feel the tangible benefits of good governance, and to live comfortably in a society that fosters the unity of the family, respects human rights, and upholds the dignity of all.
I have not had an easy life. My life story has been replete with vivid encounters and painful experiences that have shaped this dream. I am fully aware that some people would insist that men in uniform should stay away from politics; that we would serve best our nation if we were fighting wars in Mindanao; that we have no business in meddling with the affairs of the state as we have been formed and trained in the rudiments of war, and not in the civil service, much less in politics.
I agree - but that assumes that the people who have been entrusted with the public trust have been sincere, honest, and have been true to their pledges. As a young soldier, armed with idealism and the fire of youth, I have offered my life to defend this country from ALL its enemies.
I have suffered long and hard for the principles that I hold dearly. Many of my loved ones have suffered with me - maybe not physically, but certainly have shared in the misery and hardships that I have endured. The fire of idealism still burns in me, but I have been wiser not to engage fire with fire.
I am running for the senate in 2010. I have no political pedigree. I have no political machinery. I have no financial resources. But I do have honor. I do have principles. I do have courage. I believe I am ready to take on this new role, with your support this dream is not too farfetched. It takes the collective effort of every member of this society to make things improve for a country in disarray... a country that has been plundered... a country whose hope is running dry... All I can do, on my end, is to make the best effort possible to make society better, stand by my principles, and fight for what is right. There is hope for this country and our people, all we have to do is believe. This I will do, if not for myself and our generation, then at least for my young children and their children.
My fraternal regards to all.
Sincerely yours and Mabuhay ang Pilipinas,
BRO ARIEL O QUERUBIN
Palawan Lodge 99
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See related post here, sunshine visit by some brethren to Bro Ariel.
Also see PCIJ Feb 2006 article: Who is Col Ariel Querubin? here.
May the Peace of the Great Architect of the Universe be with you!
I have no doubt in my mind that the Lord has all the while been preparing me for public service . I was left for dead in 1989, and He allowed me to spring back to life. I have been imprisoned as a soldier, but I fully regained the honor and right to wear a soldier´s uniform after having been awarded the Medal of Valor in 2001.
As my military career was very much back on track, I was again challenged to choose between right and wrong, between honor and injustice, between good and evil. Even as we all work for a vibrant and prosperous Philippines, my dream is for every Filipino to enjoy the essence of freedom from poverty, fear, and injustice; to feel the tangible benefits of good governance, and to live comfortably in a society that fosters the unity of the family, respects human rights, and upholds the dignity of all.
I have not had an easy life. My life story has been replete with vivid encounters and painful experiences that have shaped this dream. I am fully aware that some people would insist that men in uniform should stay away from politics; that we would serve best our nation if we were fighting wars in Mindanao; that we have no business in meddling with the affairs of the state as we have been formed and trained in the rudiments of war, and not in the civil service, much less in politics.
I agree - but that assumes that the people who have been entrusted with the public trust have been sincere, honest, and have been true to their pledges. As a young soldier, armed with idealism and the fire of youth, I have offered my life to defend this country from ALL its enemies.
I have suffered long and hard for the principles that I hold dearly. Many of my loved ones have suffered with me - maybe not physically, but certainly have shared in the misery and hardships that I have endured. The fire of idealism still burns in me, but I have been wiser not to engage fire with fire.
I am running for the senate in 2010. I have no political pedigree. I have no political machinery. I have no financial resources. But I do have honor. I do have principles. I do have courage. I believe I am ready to take on this new role, with your support this dream is not too farfetched. It takes the collective effort of every member of this society to make things improve for a country in disarray... a country that has been plundered... a country whose hope is running dry... All I can do, on my end, is to make the best effort possible to make society better, stand by my principles, and fight for what is right. There is hope for this country and our people, all we have to do is believe. This I will do, if not for myself and our generation, then at least for my young children and their children.
My fraternal regards to all.
Sincerely yours and Mabuhay ang Pilipinas,
BRO ARIEL O QUERUBIN
Palawan Lodge 99
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See related post here, sunshine visit by some brethren to Bro Ariel.
Also see PCIJ Feb 2006 article: Who is Col Ariel Querubin? here.
Friday, March 6, 2009
Thanks Brethren from Palawan Lodges
Photo above shows [seated from right] WBro. Teddy Constantino, WBro. Gop Sadhwani, Bro. Boy Camama (all from Palawan Lodge No 99) and Bro Noe Indonto (Gregorio Calit Mem Lodge No 154). Standing from right Bro Egay Carrasco (Narra Lodge No 171) and Bro. Bobby Samson (Kapitan Pepe Lodge No 293).On a recent trip to Palawan, the families and brethren of Nueva Ecija were feted by the brethren from Palawan Lodge No 99.
Pictures below shows some of the tourist spots in and around Puerto Princesa:
"Special thanks to our Palawan brothers from Palawan Lodge No 99;, most particularly to WBro Gop Sadhwani for his courteous assistance. Truly, it has made our visit even more memorable; and to all the brothers we met, kudos!
Attached herewith are pictures of our fellowship with several brothers at Puerto Princesa and other shots of a few of the many great spots of Palawan."
Kuya Egay Carrasco
Narra::171 JC, Nueva Ecija
Kuya Egay Carrasco
Narra::171 JC, Nueva Ecija
Thursday, December 18, 2008
Elected Officers 2009: Palawan Lodge No 99
Brethren All,
Fraternal Greetings.
We just had our election last December 13, 2008. Here are the newly elected officers of Palawan Lodge No. 99:
Worshipful Master - Bro. Ferdinand Gato
Senior Warden - Bro. Rolando 'Boy" Bonoan
Junior Warden - Bro. Arthur Sabayle
Treasurer - WB Ted Constantino
Secretary - WB Rex Velasco
Auditor - WB Gerry Ferrer
Congratulations also to all the newly-elected officers of the member-lodges of Masonic District NCR-A.
Fraternally,
Bro. Mark M. Lim
Posted by: "Joji Bulawin" Dec 15, 2008 3:54 pm (PST)
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Our heartfelt congratulations to the newly elected officers for MY 2009 of Palawan Lodge No 99!
Pinoy Masons Worldwide
Fraternal Greetings.
We just had our election last December 13, 2008. Here are the newly elected officers of Palawan Lodge No. 99:
Worshipful Master - Bro. Ferdinand Gato
Senior Warden - Bro. Rolando 'Boy" Bonoan
Junior Warden - Bro. Arthur Sabayle
Treasurer - WB Ted Constantino
Secretary - WB Rex Velasco
Auditor - WB Gerry Ferrer
Congratulations also to all the newly-elected officers of the member-lodges of Masonic District NCR-A.
Fraternally,
Bro. Mark M. Lim
Posted by: "Joji Bulawin" Dec 15, 2008 3:54 pm (PST)
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Our heartfelt congratulations to the newly elected officers for MY 2009 of Palawan Lodge No 99!
Pinoy Masons Worldwide
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