PH Embassy in Oslo Joins Feast of Sto. Niño Celebrations
Left photo: Philippine Ambassador to Norway Enrico T. Fos delivers his remarks. Right photo: Ambassador Fos and Madame Myla Fos (third and fourth from left, respectively), join the performers during the Feast of the Sto. Nino celebrations. (Right photo by Christian Batuyong)
OSLO 25 January 2023 — The Philippine Embassy in Oslo joined around 500 Filipino Catholic faithful from Oslo and nearby kommune in celebrating the Feast of the Sto. Nino held on 21 January 2023 at the Oslo Katedralskole.
The event featured a Holy Mass in Cebuano celebrated by Fr. Johan Dumandan, cultural performances from various groups from Oslo, Drammen, Jesshiem, Larvik, and Hammar, with The Voice Norge Filipino born contestant LJ Amorsolo also performing.
There was also a turnover of hermana duties from the Sacred Heart Filipino Chaplaincy-Our Lady of Mt. Carmen Oslo to the Hiligaynon Group. The latter will lead the celebrations next year.
During his remarks at the event, Philippine Ambassador to Norway Enrico T. Fos reminded those presence of the importance of bringing their Catholic faith and their Filipino roots to wherever they are, as it not just connects them to the Philippines, but also inspires others around them.
“Wherever we are, the Filipino faithful filled churches, sang in choirs, and helped in various ministries, much like what you are doing here in Norway. I hope that you continue to spread the Catholic faith and the Filipino values where you are, as you showcase the best values of the Filipino being admired around the world,” he said.
There was also a raffle draw, where winners were able to take home prizes which includes pilgrimages to the Holy Land and Fatima, and plane tickets to the Philippines. END
The event features a Holy Mass celebrated in Cebuano by Fr. Johan Dumandan (top photo, left) and cultural performances from various groups from Oslo and nearby commune. The Voice Norge Filipino born contestant LJ Amorsolo (second row, right photo) performs during the event. (Oslo PE photos)
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