Holy Trinity Parish Tawau : Some
300 parishioners from various communities, groups and ministries gathered in a
simple and meaningful gathering on the 22nd January 2017 at 6.30 to
9.30 in the evening to appreciate the
service rendered by Sr. Liza Augustine FSIC. She is transferred to the Diocese
of Keningau. At the same time, a thanksgiving celebration is held to commemorate
the 9th Sacerdotal Anniversary of Rev. Fr. Philip Muji while
welcoming the arrival of both Sr. Julita Joseph from the Diocese of Keningau to
Sandakan Diocese and Seminarian Arthur John who will be in his spiritual
immersion at Holy Trinity Parish, Tawau.
Msgr. Nicholas Ong in his sharing
thanked Sr. Liza for her great and wonderful service to this church and having actively
participated in all church programs. “I believe Sr. Liza had inspired many of
us by her commitment and wisdom in serving the church. Let us thank and pray
for her in her new place that God will grant her the joy and peace throughout
her service” he said.
Sr. Mary Liza Augustine from
the Franciscan Sister of Immaculate Conception served Holy Trinity since 2008.
In 9 years journey with the parishioners, she was actively involved in the
faith formation either in the area of Liturgy, BEC, Legion of Mary, CWA, PYA
and together with the Family Life Ministry as the spiritual advisor. She has
contributed her knowledge, time, talent and guidance humbly and joyfully
regardless of situation. A resource person in providing and delivering talks
together with other lay leaders and elders in the church besides one of the
contributor in the Sandakan News update Articles. Sr. Liza also was the Sister
In-Charge of Holy Trinity Kindergarten for the past few years before her
transfer.
“I am blessed to be given this
opportunity to serve God through the church with all of you. I learned many things
throughout my service in this parish. I felt I belong here and taken care of by
you. Thank you for your love, friendship and sharing. It will be one of the
most beautiful remembrances to me.
Finally, let us continue to
serve the Lord regardless of place, situation or environment” she said.
Fr. Philip who will celebrate
his 9th Sacerdotal Anniversary on the 2nd of February, on his short sharing
thanked everyone for their support and prayer. “Being a priest, sometimes we
face many challenges too. Some are being compared to another priest and some concerning
the perseverance t needed in this vocation. As a priest that had served the Lord
for 9 years, what we hope from you is your prayers and support so that we can journey
together with one purpose – to continue the mission of Christ. Continue to pray
for me, for my perseverance and health. Let us march together joyfully and
faithfully” he said.
Seminarian Arthur John is also
in his Pastoral immersion for four months at Holy Trinity Parish Tawau. We wish
him all the best and special grace in his call.
Due to some unavoidable
circumstances, Sr. Julita Joseph was unable to attend this fellowship but
perhaps another separate gathering will be organized later. The Holy Trinity
Church welcomes her joyfully and looking forward to serve with her.
In a separate occasion the
Family Life Ministry held a special thanksgiving dinner to Sr. Liza for all her
guidance and friendship with the Ministry for the past 9 years.
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