TARRAGONA, DAVAO ORIENTAL — The Municipality of Tarragona is set to celebrate the 45th Fiesta of San Pedro Claver Parish, highlighting the enduring partnership between the local government and the Catholic Church in fostering unity, faith, and community development.

Mayor Art Benjie “Kaka” Bulaong said the Municipal Government of Tarragona, in partnership with San Pedro Claver Parish, will take part in the celebration, which brings together the community in honoring its patron saint while strengthening the spirit of cooperation among residents.

In his message, Bulaong emphasized that the partnership between the local government and the Church goes beyond the annual fiesta. He described it as a shared commitment to building a community that is peaceful, compassionate, united, and progressive.

“The Church has always been an important partner of the LGU in values formation, family and youth development, community building, and caring for those who need us most,” Bulaong said.

The mayor also underscored the local government’s support for the Church’s pastoral and community initiatives, including, within the bounds of applicable laws and government regulations, infrastructure and development projects that benefit the wider community and help preserve places that form part of Tarragona’s heritage and identity.

For Bulaong, genuine development is not measured solely through roads, buildings, and other infrastructure.

“Ang tinuod nga kalambuan must also strengthen our values, our families, our faith communities, and our sense of responsibility toward one another,” he said.

The mayor also expressed his appreciation to San Pedro Claver Parish, parish priest Rev. Fr. Eric Bangcot, DCM, and the entire Catholic community for their continued partnership in serving the people of Tarragona.

He called for the continued unity of the Church, local government, and the people, saying that working together will make the community stronger and create a brighter future for Tarragona.

The 45th San Pedro Claver Parish Fiesta is expected to be a colorful celebration of faith, community, culture, and unity, bringing together residents and visitors in one of Tarragona’s important annual religious traditions.

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