PROGRAM FLOW
1. Opening Prayer
Led by: [Assigned Lay Minister / Member of Parish Pastoral Council]
Let us put ourselves in the holy presence of God.
(Pause for a moment of silence)
Loving and ever-faithful God,
We gather before You today with grateful hearts as we celebrate the gift of our dear
Parish Priest, Rev. Fr. Joseph S. Cantilado, DCS. Thank You for the years of selfless
service, spiritual guidance, and compassion he has shared with our parish community.
As we send him off to a new mission, we ask You, Lord, to bless him abundantly.
May You grant him strength for the journey ahead, wisdom in every decision, and joy in
continuing to serve You and Your Church.
May this gathering be a reflection of the love and unity that Fr. Joseph has helped to build
among us.
Bless each person here today, and may our hearts remain united in prayer and support for
him.
We ask all this through Christ our Lord.
Amen.
2. Welcome Remarks
By: Chapel Pastoral Council
Leonardo P. Langit Jr.
3. Opening Song / Hymn
Suggested: “Sa ‘Yo Lamang”
4. Presentation of AVP / Slideshow
A short video tribute showcasing memories, photos, and service highlights of Fr. Joseph
in the Chapel.
5. Messages of Gratitude & Testimonies
From:
o Engr. Antonina G. Echin
o Bro. Benjeben Ellazo
o Leslie May Macairan
o Gracel Macairan
o Ma’am Carol Antonio
o Harold Cabiguin
6. Intermission Number / Tribute Song
Suggested: “The Servant Song” / Dance or song offering by parish youth or children.
7. Message from the Parish Priest (Honoree)
Rev. Fr. Joseph S. Cantilado, DCS
8. Giving of Token / Plaque of Appreciation
Presentation by: CPC Officers
9. Final Blessing
By: Rev. Fr. Joseph S. Cantilado, DCS
10. Community Singing / Farewell Song
Suggested: “Pananagutan”
11. Closing Remarks
By: Emcee Cristin Macairan
12. Fellowship / Dinner (Optional)
Sharing of simple snacks or meals with the parishioners and Fr. Joseph
EMCEE SCRIPT – SENDING-OFF PROGRAM
EMCEE:
Good evening, brothers and sisters in Christ.
We warmly welcome everyone to this Sending-Off Program for our beloved shepherd, Rev. Fr.
Joseph S. Cantilado, DCS, who has faithfully served our parish with love, humility, and
dedication.
Today, we gather not to say goodbye, but to give thanks—to honor a journey of faith, and to
send Fr. Joseph with our prayers and love as he begins a new chapter in his priestly mission.
Let us begin this momentous occasion by invoking the presence of the Lord.
1. Opening Prayer
May we call on Leslie Mae L. Macairan to lead us in our opening prayer.
2. Welcome Remarks
Thank you. Now, to officially welcome us all, may we call on Kuya Jun P. Langit, CPC
President, for the Welcome Remarks.
3. Opening Song / Hymn
Let us lift our voices in praise as we sing our opening hymn, Sayo Lamang.
4. AVP / Slideshow Presentation
Let us take a walk down memory lane as we watch this short video presentation, showing
highlights of Fr. Joseph’s journey with our parish.
5. Messages of Gratitude & Testimonies
Now, we invite a few members of our parish community to offer their words of gratitude and
love:
From:
o Engr. Antonina G. Echin
o Bro. Benjeben Ellazo
o Leslie May Macairan
o Gracel Macairan
o Ma’am Carol Antonio
o Harold Cabiguin
Thank you to all for your heartfelt messages.
6. Intermission Number / Tribute Song
Now let us enjoy a short tribute prepared by the Youth, as a simple gift to Fr. Joseph.
7. Message from Rev. Fr. Joseph S. Cantilado, DCS
And now, the man of the hour, our dear spiritual father and servant leader.
Let us all welcome, with warm hearts, Rev. Fr. Joseph S. Cantilado, DCS.
8. Giving of Token / Plaque of Appreciation
To express our deepest gratitude, we now present a simple token and plaque of appreciation to
Fr. Joseph.
May we call on all the CPC Officers of those who will present].
9. Final Blessing
As a final gift, Fr. Joseph will now bless us one more time as our Parish Priest.
10. Community Singing / Farewell Song
Together, let us sing a farewell song, Pananagutan, as we send Fr. Joseph with joy and gratitude.
11. Closing Remarks
Before we end, let us hear some final words from Engr. Josephine Echin.
12. Fellowship / Dinner
Everyone is invited to stay and share in our simple fellowship gathering.
Let this be a time of joy and camaraderie as we spend these last few moments with Fr. Joseph.
EMCEE CLOSING:
On behalf of the entire chapel community, we thank you all for being part of this meaningful
event.
Let us continue to pray for Fr. JoCan in his new mission—and may we all be inspired to serve, as
he has served us.
God bless and thank you!
Pag-ampo
Atong ibutang ang atong kaugalingon sa balaang presensya sa Dios.
Sa ngalan sa Amahan, sa Anak, sa Espiritu Santo
Amen.
Mahigugmaon ug matinud-anon nga Diyos, Nagtapok kami sa imong atubangan
karon uban ang mga mapasalamaton nga mga kasingkasing samtang gisaulog
namo ang regalo sa among minahal nga pari sa parokya/kapilya, si Fr. Joseph S.
Cantilaado, DCS. Salamat sa mga tuig nga dili hinakog nga pagserbisyo,
espirituhanon nga giya, ug kalooy nga iyang gipaambit sa among komunidad sa
Kapilya. Samtang gipadad-an namo siya sa usa ka bag-ong misyon, gihangyo namo
Ikaw, Ginoo, nga panalangini siya sa kadagaya. Hinaut nga hatagan mo siya og
kusog alang sa panaw sa unahan, kinaadman sa matag desisyon, ug kalipay sa
pagpadayon sa pag-alagad kanimo ug sa imong simbahan. Hinaut nga kini nga
panagtigum mahimong usa ka salamin sa gugma ug panaghiusa nga si Fr. JoCan
nakatabang sa pagtukod sa taliwala namo. Panalangini ang matag tawo dinhi karon,
ug hinaut nga magpabilin ang atong mga kasingkasing nga magkahiusa sa pag-
ampo ug suporta alang kaniya. Gihangyo namo kining tanan pinaagi ni Kristo nga
atong Ginoo. Amen.
Let us put ourselves in the holy presence of God.
(Pause for a moment of silence)
Loving and ever-faithful God,
We gather before You today with grateful hearts as we celebrate the gift of our dear Parish
Priest, Rev. Fr. Joseph S. Cantilado, DCS. Thank You for the years of selfless service, spiritual
guidance, and compassion he has shared with our parish community.
As we send him off to a new mission, we ask You, Lord, to bless him abundantly.
May You grant him strength for the journey ahead, wisdom in every decision, and joy in
continuing to serve You and Your Church.
May this gathering be a reflection of the love and unity that Fr. Joseph has helped to build among
us.
Bless each person here today, and may our hearts remain united in prayer and support for him.
We ask all this through Christ our Lord.
Amen.
