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Inauguration of 1st nationalshrine in Region 8 set today

MAASIN CITY, Southern Leyte — A festive atmosphere is expected here on Wednesday as Manila Archbishop Jose Advincula Jr. leads the inauguration and declaration of the Our Lady of the Assumption Church of the Diocese of Maasin as a National Shrine.

The event also serves as the main highlight of the Annual City Fiesta of Maasin.

HISTORIC CATHEDRAL The façade of the historic Our Lady of the Assumption Church of the Diocese of Maasin in Maasin City, Southern Leyte which will be inaugurated on Aug. 14, 2024, by Manila Archbishop Jose Advincula Jr. as a National Shrine. PHOTO BY NESTOR L. ABREMATEA