Thursday, October 26, 2017

Special (Non-Working) Day in the Province of Cebu on October 26, 2017 (Proclamation No. 333, S. 2017)

Proclamation No. 333 declaring Thursday, 26 October 2017, as a Special (Non-Working) Day in the Province of Cebu, including the Cities of Cebu, Mandaue, and Lapu-Lapu.

Archbishop Ricardo Cardinal Vidal, who became Archbishop of Cebu on 24 August 1982, passed away on 18 October 2017.

Thursday, 26 October 2017, is the date of interment of Archbishop Vidal.

The Senate of the Philippines, through Senate Resolution No. 306 s 2010, has recognized the contribution of Archbishop Vidal to the society and the people of Cebu, particularly by "providing spiritual leadership and inspiration, helping the community avert or survive several crises and conflicts, often acting as peacekeeper and giving the voice of moderation amid clashing views and interests in local and national issues."

Archbishop Vidal has enjoyed great affection by the people in the Roman Catholic Church and deep respect by the people of the other Christian denominations and Islamic faith.

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