by former Vice Mayor of Marikina Dr. Fabian Cadiz, FDD, PFN, PGK
Republic Act 8491 declares that a worn out flag through wear and tear shall be solemnly burned in a fitting ceremony. It was made into law because it was a common practice before to dispose of the flag, a symbol of the patrimony of a nation by just throwing it away.
Today, during the National Heroes Day Celebration, this ceremony was held to honor the heroes who sacrifice their lives fighting so that their children and their children after them shall see the Flag planted firmly on the blood tainted soil of our country.
It was a glorious morning at the Police Memorial Monument located at Loyola Memorial grounds in Tañong, Marikina City. With WFN SK Toti Dulay indisposed because of Covid infection, the Marian Assembly led by SK Angelo Agaid, the project officer was also ably represented by Faithful Pilot SK Al Cruz and WDD SK Butch Duque, both having a part in the program. The Marian Assembly sent 21 patriotic knights and other brother knights led by 7631 GK SK Dads Eguia, easily the largest delegation during the event. Other NGOs were present including the lead organization, the CAT, Rotary, Junior Police other than the PNP.
Again, the Marian Assembly showed the way during the celebration of the National Heroes Day and the Flag Burning program. It proves that WFN SK Toti Dulay leadership style of tapping the talents of every officer makes a winning formula in transforming the Assembly again into a well respected organization.
Let us hold hands together and move as ONE to proudly raise the banner of the Marian Assembly high for everybody to see!
VIVAT JESUS!
