Matthew 25:21 His master replied, 'Well done, good and faithful servant! You have been faithful with a few things; I will put you in charge of many things. Enter into the joy of your master!'
It was a drizzling morning of June 26, 2023, nature unite with the serene atmosphere at the Immaculate Heart of Mary Parish in Taktak, Antipolo City. Trees, hill, and shower of rain calmly joined our festive hearts in the joyful yet solemn celebration of the Ordination to the Sacred Order of Deacons of our seminarians: Sem. Mark Louie Morillo Lazaro, and our very own Sem. Manjorey Ochabillo Padilla. Hailing from Antipolo, Sem. Manjorey Ochabillo Padilla, “Manjo” to his family and close friends, started serving our Lord at the age of 12 when he joined the Legion of Mary, Parish Youth Ministry, and Knights of the Altar of St. John Mary Vianney Parish Antipolo in 2007. He remains faithful to his calling as he stepped in to the Immaculate Conception Major Seminary in 2012. The seminary situated at Guiguinto, Bulacan is where he devoted the next 10 years of his life: acquired theological education, gained broad knowledge of the aspects of ordained ministry, and was equipped with practical training to obtain skills and deeper understanding that the was called to emulate Christ’s example of selfless service, compassion, and care for those in need. In 2017, he graduated with a degree of Bachelor of Arts in Philosophy and this year, has completed Master of Arts in Pastoral Ministry, further, was granted with Certificate of Completion of Intensive Theological Studies, preparatory for Ordination. The year 2023 is a glorious year for Sem. Manjo. A year of fulfilment and achievements. The recent week was a significant milestone in the life his life and the Church as a whole: The Ordination to the Sacred Order of Deacons. The ordination took place during the Holy Mass, presided by Most. Rev. Francisco M. De Leon D.D., Apostolic Administrator of Antipolo. Naming some who graced the sacred ceremony were the Auxiliary Bishop of Antipolo Most Rev. Nolly C. Buco, D.D, invited priests and members of the clergy. Sem. Manjo’s family present in full support: his mother - Mrs. Cornelia Padilla and three siblings - Manicor, Jessa and Clarish. After the proclamation of the Gospel, the rite started with the Election of the Candidates for the Order of the Diaconate: Sem. Mark Louie Morillo Lazaro from the University of Sto. Tomas and Sem. Manjorey Ochabillo Padilla from the Immaculate Conception Major Seminary. Shedding light on the importance of the Holy Sacrament, Bishop Francisco defined Deacon- “a man who is called to a ministry of service”. Thus emphasising a Deacon’s service in threefold: service of the word, service of the altar and service of practical charity. The succeeding rites: Promise of the Elect for the Diaconate, Commitment to Celibacy, Litany of Supplication, Laying of Hands, Prayer of Ordination, Investiture with Stole and Dalmatic, Handing of the Book of Gospels and Kiss of Peace, were joined by Bishop Noli and the designated priests in solemn prayers, joys in praise and euphonious hymns of the choir. After being ordained as deacon, everyone was so excited to hear the reading of the Letter of Appointment. Rev. Manjo Padilla is now ready to face the next chapter to fulfill the threefold diakonia in the following parishes:
Word of Thanks: Rev. Mark Louie expressed gratitude and appreciation on behalf of Rev. Manjo, to the following, who from the beginning until this very date has given them support, prayers and inspiration:
Following the first two ordained deacons: Fr. Raymart Barcobero and Rev. Michael Jay Paguyo, as you move to the next chapter of life in Christ, we echo these words from Bishop Francis: “you are a special gift to the diocese of Antipolo and to the Church, filled with the Spirit and wisdom”. Ordained on June 26, 2023, once again, our prayerful congratulations and blessings to the 3rd Deacon of St John Mary Vianney Parish, Rev. Manjo Padilla!
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