By Penn Larena
The St. James the Greater Parish Tanjay City had recently organized a fundraising dinner to support the ongoing construction of Museo Eclesiastico de Tanjay inside the Tanjay Parish Church Compound.
The current exhibition in the church museum showcases many important religious sculptures, paintings, old photos, and priceless artifacts.
Architect Joshua Tabasa, who designed the parish museum, said the construction will be finished this October, in time for the Apostolic Nuncio’s visit to Negros Oriental.
The fundraising activity kicked off with a short program led by V. Rev. Msgr. Glenn M. Corsiga, PC, the Vicar General of the Diocese of Dumaguete, who gave an inspirational message followed by the fellowship dinner at the Mere Maria Hall of St. Paul University Dumaguete.
It was a night of fun, good food, and pleasant music. The Heavenly Rhythm Choir of St. James the Greater Parish sang the audience’s favorite songs from the ‘60s, ‘70s, and ‘90s.
The event was attended by Tanjayanons, Brotherhood of Christian Businessmen and Professionals, individuals from the business community, members of the academe, and parishioners from San Jose, Amlan, Bais, Sibulan. Other key personalities from the Diocese of Dumaguete wer also present, like Rev. Msgr. Gamaliel D. Tulabing, PC and V. Rev. Msgr. Mariño P. Ybo, PC.
The Museo Ecclesiastico de Tanjay, the first Ecclesiastical Museum in the province, will soon open to local and foreign tourists.
Donation for the museum construction is welcome. Visit St. James the Greater Parish Office in Tanjay City, Negros Oriental or call (035) 415-8605 and look for Rev. Msgr. Glenn M. Corsiga for more information.
