'It's our way of thanking God and serving others': Why serving the church is important for this couple

Married couple serving St. Francis Church

Philip Chan and Tessie Limoanco is a devoted married couple from Melbourne serving St. Francis' Church

For over a decade, married couple Philip and Tessie have dedicated themselves to the service of St. Francis' Church, finding fulfillment in giving back to their community and expressing their gratitude to God.


KEY POINTS
  • Philip Chan and Tessie Limoanco is a devoted married couple frome Melbourne whose unwavering commitment to serving their church community embodies the true essence of faith.
  • Their collective commitment to service reached new heights last year when they undertook leadership roles within the Filipino Liturgy at St. Francis' Church. Organising the lectors, communion ministers, altar servers, and collectors for the monthly Filipino mass, held every second Sunday at 2:30 PM.
  • As they continue their journey of service, Philip and Tessie remain guided by their faith and their unwavering belief in the power of serving others.
Their journey of service began in 2010 when Philip first stepped into the role of an altar server. Over time, his involvement expanded to include responsibilities as a lector and communion minister, each role carrying its own significance in the spiritual life of the congregation.

While Philip's journey commenced a decade ago, Tessie's involvement in church service began more recently. Taking on roles as a lector and communion minister in 2016.

Their collective commitment to service reached new heights last year when they undertook leadership roles within the Filipino Liturgy at St. Francis' Church. Organising the lectors, communion ministers, altar servers, and collectors for the monthly Filipino mass, held every second Sunday at 2:30 PM. They play an instrumental role in ensuring the smooth flow of the liturgical celebrations.

Their dedication to serving the church extends beyond the confines of their roles. Philip and Tessie's unwavering presence at St. Francis' Church serves as an inspiration to others, encouraging fellow parishioners to deepen their commitment to their faith and to one another.

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'It's our way of thanking God and serving others': Why serving the church is important for this couple

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