Calolbon Town Fiesta 2007

Message - Mayor Leo Mendoza

2008-04-13T06:25:00.001-07:00

Republic of the Philippines
PROVINCE OF THE CATANDUANES
Municipality of San Andres

Office of the Mayor
“Serbisyo Publiko, gibuhod nga ehemplo”

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My warmest and felicitous greetings to the people of San Andres, balikbayans, guests and visitors, as we celebrate the annual fiesta of our beloved Patron saint, Saint Andrew the Apostle and our patroness, our Lady of Batong Paloay.

The fiesta last year was spoiled by super typhoon Reming which brought havoc and damage beyond compare. The resiliency of calolbonganons, however, fastracked the recovery of our lowly place and which make as more eager, with more vigor and enthusiasm, to celebrate the 2007 fiesta, especially with the concomitant change of administration

This year theme for the town fiesta is indeed fitting the proper as we changed the gear of administration this year that introduces neo-political landscape, new social ambience, new hopes and beginnings as it addresses aptly the most pressing issues of the present times.

As we cross the verge of change towards development, let us be reminded that no political reforms, Upliftment programs or any equality can be achieve without the right moral values and high ethical standards. The executive-legislative-people’s agenda for the next three years or more than we crafted during the talakayan/ugnayan and consultative summit during the first hundred days of my administration is not a magical incantation which produces effects from mere utterance. It does not work ex opera operato. That is, it does not work independently of the person uttering or performing it or the circumstances surrounding it. But it must be fleshed out concerted concrete actions. And the task is not mine alone. It is ours to labor together as we move forward. Moreso, Divine intervention – for the belief that “The rights of men come not from the generosity of the state but from the hand of God”.

As we celebrate this fiesta, let us join hands in asking God’s fulfillment through the intercession of our Patron saints, St. Andrew the Apostle and our miraculous Lady of Sorrow in achieving our dream of making a BETTER CALOLBON.

THANK YOU AND HAPPY FIESTA TO ALL

ATTY. LEO Z. MENDOZA Municipal mayor

Message - Gov. Joseph Cua

2008-04-13T06:24:00.002-07:00

Republic of the Philippines
PROVINCE OF CATANDUANES
Office of the Governor

Joseph C. Cua
Governor

Message

I am pleased to extend my warmest felicitation to all my beloved calolbonganons, as we all celebrate our town fiesta, in honor of our Patron, St. Andrew and our patroness Nuestra Senora de Dolor with the theme “crossing the threshold through political reforms, economic and socio-cultural Upliftment programs and access and equity to Administrative Governance” this November 30, 2007.
As we face the greater challenge of serving our people, let us look back on those years we have spent in building San Andres. This shall constantly remind us of our sustained dream to see our town become the island Gateway of Progress. This has inspired us to pursue that dream not only for our beloved town but also for the entire province as well.
As one people, we have manage to surpass the boundaries that for years are hurdles to our development. We have proven our potentials through laudable political reforms, comprehensive programs that seek to address our economy and equal chances to governing our fellow Calolbonganons.
In all these, we must strengthen our enduring commitments to advance the common good for the benefit of our people.
In behalf of the province, it is my ardent prayer, together with my family, that this year’s festivity shall fortify our unity and uphold our aspirations in a strong resolve to work for San Andres.
Maogmang Fiesta asin Mabuhay an Calolbon

SGD. Joseph C. Cua

Message - Pres. Gloria Macapagal Arroyo

2008-04-13T06:24:00.001-07:00

MALACANAN PALACE
MANILA

Gloria Macapagal – Arroyo
President
Republic of the Philippines

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Warmest felicitation to the officials, officials, residence and friends of the municipality of San Andres, Catanduanes as you celebrate your town fiesta, in honor of your patron saint, St. Andrew the Apostle.

The celebration of a fiesta, tradition that is both unique and revered in our country, is a day of sharing of one’s blessing and good fortune, especially among the less fortunate. It is also a time for reflection, a time to thank the Lord Almighty for your good health and prosperity during the past years.

As you enjoy this event, I hope that you will continue to foster the bayanihan spirit in your neighborhood and work in unity and harmony in attaining the goals that you have set for your community.

Happy Fiesta and Mabuhay Kayong Lahat!

SGD. Gloria Macapagal — Arroyo

Message - Sen. Manny Villar

2008-04-13T06:22:00.002-07:00

Republic of The Phillippines
SENATE

Manny Villar
Senate president

Warm festive greetings to the people of San Andres, Catanduanes as you celebrate your town fiesta on November 29-30, 2007 in honor of St. Andrew the apostle.

May you have a festive and fun-filled celebration of your annual fiesta, but I hope it will not be bereft of solemnity and spirituality. Please take time to offer a moment of prayer for peace and progress in our country.

I hope that all the inviduals and organizations that took part in the preparation and celebration of your annual fiesta will work together to realize your theme this year, “crossing the threshold through Political Refoprms, economic and Socio-Cultural Upliftment programs and access and Equity to Administrative Governance”.

Dios Mabalos!

Manny Villar

Message - Spkr. Jose De Venecia

2008-04-13T06:22:00.001-07:00

Republic of the Philippines
House of Representative

Jose De Venecia
Speaker
House of Representative

Message

Warmest greetings to the people of San Andres as you celebrate the annual feast day of your patron saint, St. Andrew the apostle, on November 29-30, 2007.
I join you in this auspicious day as you gather together with family, friends and town mates to give thanks once again for the graces and abundance you have received
Just like St. Andrew, it is your sense of kinship and humility that has truly kept the people of San Andres committed to peace and fairness. It is these same values that guide San Andres in its pursuit economic prosperity and stability.
We, in the House of Representatives will continue to craft legislative reforms to sustain the economic and political gains achieved under the Arroyo Administration. One of our goals under our 12-point legislative agenda for 2007-2010 is the modernization of our governance and economy, especially our large agricultural sector, to root out poverty to achieve a strong and efficient Philippine Republic.
Our progress as a nation starts from our individual initiative and from our collective work as a people. Let us continue to work together to bring our country to greater peace and prosperity.

A happy and peaceful fiesta to all!

SGD. JOSE DE VENECIA, JR.

Message - Sen. Richard J. Gordon

2008-04-13T06:21:00.001-07:00

Republic of the Philippines
SENATE

Richard J. Gordon
Senator

Message

Congratulations to the town of San Andres on the occasion of its town Fiesta to commemorate the feast day of its venerable Patron, St. Andrew, the apostle!

It is fitting that you give honor to a saint who together with his brother and co-apostle Simon Peter, faithfully accepted Jesus’ invitation to transform themselves from fisher men to “fishers of men”. Andrews’s entire life was a display of obedience and dedication to his work in spreading the good news of God’s teaching to the world. His humility was exemplified by his own expression of unworthiness to be crucified in the same manner as Jesus Christ. Thus, his great love and devotion to Christ was displayed through his crucifixion in a form of an x-shape cross.

As you are celebrating this special occasion in our town, I strongly encourage you to follow St. Andrew’s example of selflessness and concern for others. I encourage you to responsibly make occasions such as this fruitful and beneficial, so that your town mates can developed their skills and talents to become more productive members of society. As you work diligently and pray for blessings of god health and fortune, may you developed sense of unity and solidarity to move together towards your common goals.

Dios Mabalos!

Sgd. Richard J. Gordon

Message - Sgd. Eleazar P. Quinto

2008-04-13T06:20:00.001-07:00

Republic of the Philippines
Department of Environment and Natural Resources
Visayas Avenue, Diliman Quezon City
Tel Nos. 929-6626 to 29: 929-6633 to 35
926-7041 to 43: 929-6252: 929-1669
Website: http://www.denr.gov.ph / E-mail: Web@denrgov.ph

Message for Town fiesta in Honor of St. Andrew the Apostle of the Municipality of San Andres, Province of Catanduanes.

In behalf of the DENR family, allow me to greet the Municipality of San Andres on the occasion of this year’s fiesta in honor of St. Andrew the apostle!

Your theme for this year’s fiesta is to reflective the needs of the time. In no other era in the country’s long and storied history has there been a need for the change on the level indicated in your theme. The political sphere is in dire need of reform, and the demand for economic and socio-cultural Upliftment programs is high, just access the governance is more and more being ask for by ordinary people alike.

This the DENR, under the lead of Sec. Lito Atienza, knows full well. In fact, this recognition of necessary interplay between national governance and local initiative is why the department is emphasizing the important role local government units play in the protection of the environment and the effective utilization of our countries natural resources.

Ours is a nation gifted both with natural resources and a people who has the potential to effectively make use of these. but the fruits of the land can only be enjoyed by us as if we continued to work hand-in-hand for progress that is sustainable and equitable.

Once more, we wish the people of San Andres a merry fiesta. Mabuhay kayo!

Sgd. Eleazar P. Quinto
Undersecretary

Message - Atty. Alfred Aquino

2008-04-13T06:19:00.000-07:00

Republic of the Philippines
SANGGUNIANG PANLALAWIGAN
OFFICE OF THE VICE GOVERNANCE
Province of Catanduanes

Atty. Alfred Aquino
Vice Governor

MESSAGE
Along with my family, staff and the Sangguniang Panlalawigan of the province of Catanduanes. I Extend my Congratulations and greetings to the people of Catanduanes, I extend my congratulations and greetings to the people of San Andres as you celebrate your town fiesta in honor of patron St. Andrew, this November 29-30, 2007
Your theme in this year’s festivities, “Crossing the threshold trough Political Reforms, Economic and Socio-Culture Upliftment Programs and Access and Equity to Administrative Governance” Signifies our awareness and commitment to our common desire of progress and growth for our community and people, and the means with which it could be attained.

Fiestas, indeed, are a most welcome occasion as we reunite an bond with distant relatives and friends in celebration.

Let these occasions be also time for the renewal of our commitment to our beloved community and the people.

And let the true significance of fiesta celebrations not be lost among us. That is, the renewal and strengthening of our religious fervor and faith in the lord.

My congratulations!

SGD. ATTY. ALFRED M. AQUINO

Message - Sgd. Mayor Ramon N. Guico

2008-04-13T06:18:00.000-07:00

LEAGUE OF MUNICIPALITIES OF THE PHILIPPINES
2 Flr. LMP Bldg. 265 Ermin Garcia St. Cubao, Quezon City
Telephone Nos. 913-57-37 to 38 * 440-72-80 * 440- 73-06

MESSAGE

My felicitations and heartfelt congratulations to the people of the municipalities of San Andres, Catanduanes on the occasion of your town fiesta on 39-30 November 2007.

Truly, your theme for this years celebration “Crossing the Threshold Through Political reforms, Economic and Socio-Cultural Upliftment Programs and Access And Equity to Administrative Governance,” Is appropriate and very timely because of the installation of newly-=elected officials at the municipal and Barangay levels. I firmly believe that with their vibrancy and new ideas on local governance, much will be achieved in the coming years in terms of countryside development. With meaningful autonomy and decentralization, I know that the local governments would do more in stirring this nation to progress.

Once again, I am congratulating the officials and people behind this celebration and I urge you to work hand-in-hand together with different sector of our society to fully realize our goals. O firmly believe that your contributions, small as it may, will help in achieving your goals because development can best be achieved through partnership and cooperation.

Mabuhay and my warmest regards

Sgd. Mayor Ramon N. Guico
National President
League of municipalities of the Philippines

Message - SGD. MANOLO A. DELOS SANTOS,D.D.

2008-04-13T06:17:00.000-07:00

DIOCESE OF VIRAC
CHANCERY OFFICE
Virac, 4800 Catanduanes, Philippines

MANOLO A. DELOS SANTOS.D.DD
Bishop of Virac

MESSAGE

The church is god’s family in the world. In this family no one ought to go without the necessities of life……” so then, as we have opportunity, let us do good to all, and especially to those who are of the household of faith” (6:10). (Dues Caritas Est. 25b)
With these words of the holy father, Pope Benedict XVII, I wish to greet you, my dear people of god in San Andres, Catanduanes, as you celebrate the feast of your Patron Saint, St. Andrew the Apostle.
Your theme, Uswag Calolbon, Bangon Calolbon echoes the common desire of all our people today. We all want to live a life that befits our human dignity and Be saved from material poverty that seems to worsen as time goes on. The economic advancement that the government is saying seems to be confined to the few and is rarely felt by our people.
As God’s family in the world, in the words of our beloved Pope, no one ought to go without the necessities of life. This spurs us to do what we have to do what we have in hand through the principle subsidiarity that the church teaches. It asks the state to knowledge and support initiatives arising from the different social forces and combine spontancity with closeness to those in need. The church is one of those living force: she is alive with the love enkindled by spirit of Christ. The love does not simply offer people material help, but refreshment and care for there souls, something which often is even more necessary the material support. (Dues caritas EST, 28b)
As a member of that portion of God’s family. I enjoin you, with your leaders to continue searching for ways and initiatives that would better the economic and moral condition of our brothers and sisters, especially the most needy and neglected ones. Above all, let the love of god inspire you to pursue the arduous task that lay before you.
I wish you all a blessed and fruitful fiesta celebration! And I now impart my apostolic blessing to all of the people of Calolbon and the devotees of St. Andrew the Apostle as a pledge of my earnest prayers for you all.

SGD. MANOLO A. DELOS SANTOS,D.D.

Message - Rev. Fr Edison Bernardo

2008-04-13T06:15:00.000-07:00

Saint Andrew Parish
San Andres, Catanduanes
Diocese of Virac

Rev. Fr Edison Bernardo
Parish Priest

MESSAGE

My felicitation to the people of San Andres, Catanduanes, on the occasion of the town fiesta and feast of Saint Andrew the Apostle!

The celebration gives Calolbonganons and guests an opportune time to be grateful to God, a chance also from everyone, from friends, families and Christians alike to mend strengthen their unity and resolve for a better community and future. As we pursue our noble aim of peace and progress, we are all thus provided with an avenue to look back and integrate new strategies to our development plans, assure that we are united and that each everyone had been influence by the spirit of collaboration and industry as is the message of the fiesta celebration “Uswag Calolbon! Bangon Calolbon!” earnestly tries to foster balanced growth and progress through unity and cooperation among our people.

God Bless our Festivities! Happy fiesta!

SGD.REV.FREDISON B. BERNARDO

Message - Mrs. Susan Cua-Mendoza

2008-04-13T06:12:00.000-07:00

Republic of the Philippines
PROVINCE OF CATANDUANES
Municipality of San Andres

2007 fiesta Executive Committee

MESSAGE

I take pride in extending my sincerest greetings to all the people of San Andres, welcomes our guests and devotees of St. Andrew the Apostle and our miraculous lady of sorrow.

This year’s festivity marks a historical milestone of crossing over to a new plane of political, historical, social, moral and religious dimensions. This years theme fitting address the present leadership agenda of development and its call for unity, political reforms, Upliftment programs, access and Equity to Governance.

As Calolbonganons. Let us jointly meet challengers with a firm resolve to be united in realizing the dream of a progressive San Andres.

From the officers and the members of San Andres Town fiesta Executive Committee 2007, let me express my deepest joy for another blessed year, out heartfelt greetings and gratitude to everyone.

HAPPY FIESTA!!!

Mrs. Susan Cua-Mendoza
Chairman

2007 town fiesta Executive Committee

Standing Committees

2008-04-13T06:10:00.000-07:00

the needs to structure the Sangguniang Bayan to ensure optimum performance is crucial. What is being emphasize is the creation of standing committees which are embodied In the internal rules and procedure

Alan Del Valle
Municipal vice Mayor
Presiding Officer

Hon. Mark Antonio

COMMITTEE ON RULES,
EHTICS
PRIVILEGES
COMMITTEE ON MARKET AND
SLAUGHTER HAUSE
OPERATIONS.

Hon. Jonathan D. Joson

COMMIITTEE ON
ENVIRONMENTAL
PROTECTION AND
NATURAL RESOUCES
COMMITTEE ON TRADE,
COMMRCE
AND INDUSTRY

Hon. Rolando A. Tivar

COMMITTEE ON COOPERATIVES
AND LIVELIHOOD
COMMITTEE ON EDUCATION
RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT

Hon. Eliseo M. Somido Jr.

COMMITTEE ON
APPROPRIATIONS
COMMITTEE ON COMMERCE
TRADE & INDUSTRY

Hon. Ma. Ruby V. Arcilla

COMMITTEE ON HEALTH
COMMITTEE ON WOMEN
AND FAMILY, ELDERLY
AND DISABLED
Hon Ramiro B. Noble

COMMITTEE ON
INFRASTRUCTURE
COMMITTEE ON
MUNICIPAL AFFIARS

Hon. Medina T. Zafe

COMMITTEE ON LEGESLATIVE
EXECUTIVE AFFAIRS
AND SPECIAL PROJECTS
COMMITTEE ON WAYS AND
MEANS

Hon. Gregorio S. Salvador

COMMITTEE ON AGRICULTURE
COMMITTEE ON LEGAL
MATTERS
JUSTICE AND HUMAN RIGHTS

Hon. Antonio P. Gianan

COMMITTEE ON PUBLIC
SAFETY, PEACE
AND ORDER
COMMITTEE ON
BRANGAY AFFAIR

Hon. Debbie San Roque-Joson

COMMITTEE ON TOURISM
COMMITTEE ON YOUTH AND
SPORTS DEVELOPMENT

2007 TOWN FIESTA Different Working Committees

2008-04-13T05:58:00.000-07:00

Exec. Com Pres. Susan C. Mendoza

Honorary Chairman – Mayor Leo Z. Mendoza

Honorary Co – Governor Joseph C. Cua

Honorary Vice-chairman – vice mayor Alan Del Valle

Souvenir Program
Chairman: Hon. Mark Antonio
Co-Chairman: Mrs. Teresita C. Araojo

Solicitation of Advertising Fiesta Contract
Chairman: Marina Santelices
Co-Chairman: Anabelle Magno
Members: Imelda Santelices
Rosario Aldave
Ramon Magno
Ofelia Cayabyab
Teresita C. Soneja
Elsa S. Pavia
Merriam De La Providencia
Hector Reginaldo

Bonifacio Day Celebration
Chairman: Nelly Castillo
Co-Chairman: Armen Sumudio
Felizardo Suaiso

Traslacion
Chairman: Noel Marino
Co-chairman: Matanda-Batong Paloway

Parade
Chairman: Rolando Regalado

Sports
Chairman: Nestor Manlangit
Co-Chairman: Magno Lazuno
Members: Sports Club Members

Official Ball & Balikbayan Night
Chairman: LGU – all department heads

Beauty Pageant
Chairman: Noli Rodriguez
Co-chairman: Honesto Lumabi
Members: Roland Reginaldo

Singing & Modern Dance Contest
Chairman: Teresita Araojo
Co-chairman: Honesto Lumabi
Members: Ronald Refre, Julian Socao

Youth Night
Chairman: Eliso M. Somido
Co-chairman: Jonathan Joson

Beer Plaza
Chairman: Gabriel Molin
Co-chairman: Knights of Columbus

Solicitation Of Prizes
Chairman: Engr. Evangilica Balmadrid
Co- chairman: Peter Cua
Member: Eva Laurente

Peace & Order
Chairman: Station Commander
C0-chairman: Juan Zafe Jr.
Members: Police Force/Brgy. Tanod

Street Decoration
Chairman: Lauro Zuniega
Co-chairman: Rey Gallora
Members: Utility

Itiches
Chairman: Ricky Alfaro
Co-chairman: Ruben Vargas

Clean and Green
Chairman: Romeo Sanchez
Co-chairman: Ruben Vargas
Members: Street Sweepers

Music, Lights & Sounds
Chairman: Guariño Sanchez
Co-chairman: Patricio Iñigo

Ground Decoration
Chairman: Nelia Aldave
Co-chairman: Principal/ITC

Fire Works
Chairman: Noel Marino

Snack Preparation
Chairman: Magno Lanuzo
Co-Chairman: Andrade Zarraga

Ushers/Usherettes
Chairman: Hector Reginaldo
Co-chairman: Elisa Nilda G. Alberto
Members: Lanie Belmonte

Religious activities
Chairman: father Edison Bernardo

Manila Chapter
Chairman: Engr. Noel H. Vargas

Transportation/Mobility
Chairman: Rollie Canada