1. August 14, 2009, Tagbilaran City
Greetings in Jesus' wonderful Name!
Here's good news for you. In a recent gathering of several grandchildren
and great grandchildren of the late Tatay Bandoy Matig-a at the Matig-a
Seaside Pensione Rooftop, it was suggested by some and agreed upon by
all present that we shall hold a grand reunion of the SERVANDO MATIG-A
Clan next year. To be exact, it will be on July 21-25, 2010.
Considering that this coming affair will be the first ever to be held
for Tatay Bandoy's Clan (the Felix Matig-a clan had their reunion some
years ago), I believe that you will not want to miss this big event. It
will be a rare oppotunity to renew old friendships and meet new members
especially among the younger generation. Different activities are
planned for our wholesome enjoyment and participation. Moreover, this
occasion will also be a way of honoring the memory of our Grand Old Man,
SERVANDO MONUNGOLH MATIG-A, who was one of the earliest mayors (Capitan)
of Tagbilaran during the Spanish-American transition period at about the
turn of the 20th century.
It is also noteworthy to mention that the chosen dates for our reunion
will coincide with the concluding days of the Sandugo Celebration
including the Streetdancing activity and also the 100th (99th) birthday
celebration of our last surviving aunt, and daughter of Tatay Bandoy -
our dear MANA CHARING MATIG-A BANTILAN. So this is like hitting three
birds with one stone.
So for those living abroad, USA and Canada, or elsewhere in the
Philippines, we urge you to set aside these dates (July 21-25, 2010) in
planning your vacation trips to Tagbilaran City next year, God willing.
Additional information will be dessiminated to all concerned in the
coming months.
So we shall be looking forward to your family joining this rare and
significant occasion. May the Lord Almighty continue to bless you all
abundantly. Praise the Lord!
Sincerely yours,
Mamaie I. Borja - Chairperson, Steering Committee