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In the Philippines, Tuason is particularly known as an advocate of the [[Holy Rosary]] devotion and her roles in many charitable organizations, namely the [[Red Cross]] foundation. In May 23, 2012, [[Pope Benedict XVI]] awarded Tuason the title ''Order of Pius IX - Class Dame'' for her charitable works and diplomatic service to the [[Roman Catholic Church]], a coveted title that was not granted to ladies until 1993. |
In the Philippines, Tuason is particularly known as an advocate of the [[Holy Rosary]] devotion and her roles in many charitable organizations, namely the [[Red Cross]] foundation. In May 23, 2012, [[Pope Benedict XVI]] awarded Tuason the title ''Order of Pius IX - Class Dame'' for her charitable works and diplomatic service to the [[Roman Catholic Church]], a coveted title that was not granted to ladies until 1993. |
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Tuason is also known for her [[pro-life]] activism and cooperation with the [[Archdiocese of Manila]] in challenging the legalization of [[abortion]] through the [[Reproductive Health Bill]]. Tuason has fluency in writing and speaking in [[Tagalog]], [[English]], and [[Italian]] language and has partial fluency in the [[Hokkien]] dialect. |
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==Personal Life== |
==Personal Life== |
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Though Tuason was already well-acquainted with religious work since the 1980's, in 2007, Tuason became involved with the Cenacle Group, a prayer group guided by Bishop Federico Escaler. In 2007, Tuason was granted the ''Pax Award'' a title given to alumni Scholasticans for her charitable works and involvements. |
Though Tuason was already well-acquainted with religious work since the 1980's, in 2007, Tuason became involved with the Cenacle Group, a prayer group guided by Bishop Federico Escaler. In 2007, Tuason was granted the ''Pax Award'' a title given to alumni Scholasticans for her charitable works and involvements. |
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In October 2, 2009, Tuason presented her credentials to [[Pope Benedict XVI]] in the summer residence of [[Castel Gandolfo]] palace as the new [[ambassador]]-extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the [[Republic of the Philippines]] to the [[Holy See]]<ref>http://www.philstar.com/article.aspx?articleid=525497</ref>. Tuason also holds concurrent jurisdiction over the Sovereign Military [[Order of Malta]]. She met with the [[pontiff]] and discussed major issues concerning [[Catholicism]] in the Philippines, more specifically the ongoing [[typhoon]] storm at the time ''Ketsana'' / ''Ondoy'' <ref>http://osservatoreromano.eulogos.it/2009/_ORS_ENG_2009-040/PDF/4.PDF</ref><ref>http://article.wn.com/view/2009/10/03/Pope_Benedict_offers_prayers/?template=cheetah-worldphotos%2Findex.txt</ref>. |
In October 2, 2009, Tuason presented her diplomatic and academic credentials to [[Pope Benedict XVI]] in the summer residence of [[Castel Gandolfo]] palace as the new [[ambassador]]-extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the [[Republic of the Philippines]] to the [[Holy See]]<ref>http://www.philstar.com/article.aspx?articleid=525497</ref>. Tuason also holds concurrent jurisdiction over the Sovereign Military [[Order of Malta]]. She met with the [[pontiff]] and discussed major issues concerning [[Catholicism]] in the Philippines, more specifically the ongoing [[typhoon]] storm at the time ''Ketsana'' / ''Ondoy'' <ref>http://osservatoreromano.eulogos.it/2009/_ORS_ENG_2009-040/PDF/4.PDF</ref><ref>http://article.wn.com/view/2009/10/03/Pope_Benedict_offers_prayers/?template=cheetah-worldphotos%2Findex.txt</ref>. |
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After presenting her credentials to [[Pope Benedict XVI]], Tuason was escorted to the [[Blessed Sacrament]] chapel in [[Saint Peter's Basilica]] and was given the rare privilege of visiting the underground, [[tomb of Saint Peter]] <ref>http://www.philstar.com/article.aspx?articleid=525497</ref>. |
After presenting her credentials to [[Pope Benedict XVI]], Tuason was escorted to the [[Blessed Sacrament]] chapel in [[Saint Peter's Basilica]] and was given the rare privilege of visiting the underground, [[tomb of Saint Peter]] <ref>http://www.philstar.com/article.aspx?articleid=525497</ref>. |
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On May 23, 2012, Tuason was awarded by the Vatican with the Order of Pius IX, Class of Dame. The Holy See's Chief of Protocol, [[Monsignor]] Fortunatus Nwachukwu, assisted by Monsignor Guillermo Javier Karcher, 1st Class Attaché of the Secretariat of State, presented the award to Ambassador Tuason. Nwachukwu noted that [[Pope Benedict XVI]] has decided to give the award to Tuason for her ''"significant contributions in the advancement of bilateral relations between the Holy See and the Philippines''" The award is signed by Secretary of State of the Holy See, Cardinal [[Tarcisio Bertone]]. |
On May 23, 2012, Tuason was awarded by the Vatican with the Order of Pius IX, Class of Dame. The Holy See's Chief of Protocol, [[Monsignor]] Fortunatus Nwachukwu, assisted by Monsignor Guillermo Javier Karcher, 1st Class Attaché of the Secretariat of State, presented the award to Ambassador Tuason. Nwachukwu noted that [[Pope Benedict XVI]] has decided to give the award to Tuason for her ''"significant contributions in the advancement of bilateral relations between the Holy See and the Philippines''". The award is signed by Secretary of State of the Holy See, Cardinal [[Tarcisio Bertone]]. |
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==Charitable Positions== |
==Charitable Positions== |
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Tuason served the following Catholic charities and secular organizations: |
Tuason served the following Catholic charities and secular organizations: |
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* Red Cross Charities 1987- |
* Red Cross Charities 1987-1993 - Director |
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* Family Values Foundation of the Philippines - Treasurer |
* Family Values Foundation of the Philippines - Treasurer |
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* Administrative Council of Tuason Community Center Foundation 1992- |
* Administrative Council of Tuason Community Center Foundation 1992-1995 |
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* Bigay Puso Foundation - 1986 |
* Bigay Puso (English: Give Love) Foundation - 1986 |
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* Administrative Council of the Center for Peace - 1989 |
* Administrative Council of the Center for Peace - 1989 |
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* Administrative Council of the Hero Foundation - 1990 |
* Administrative Council of the Hero Foundation - 1990 |
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* Administrative Council of the Evelio Javier - 1991 |
* Administrative Council of the Evelio Javier - 1991 |
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* Foundation of the Mission Angels - 1997 |
* Foundation of the Mission Angels - 1997 |
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* Administrative Council of Our Lady of Mercy Halfway House Inc. - 2000 |
* Administrative Council of Our Lady of Mercy Halfway House Inc. - 2000 |
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* Council of the Mission Society of the Philippines |
* Council of the Mission Society of the Philippines - 2002 |
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* Council of the Crusade for the Rosary of Families - 2007 - Vice President |
* Council of the Crusade for the Rosary of Families - 2007 - Vice President |
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* Ambassador of the |
* Ambassador of the Republic of the Philippines to the Holy See, 2009 - Present |
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Revision as of 22:35, 29 May 2012
Maria Mercedes Arrastia-Tuason also known as Mercedes Tuason (born February 27, 1930) in Lubao, Pampanga, is a Philippine diplomat and ambassador to the Holy See. An alumni of Saint Scholastica's Catholic college in Manila, Tuason has served in the field of nutritional sciences and was appointed Plenipotentiary to the Holy See in 2009.
In the Philippines, Tuason is particularly known as an advocate of the Holy Rosary devotion and her roles in many charitable organizations, namely the Red Cross foundation. In May 23, 2012, Pope Benedict XVI awarded Tuason the title Order of Pius IX - Class Dame for her charitable works and diplomatic service to the Roman Catholic Church, a coveted title that was not granted to ladies until 1993.
Tuason is also known for her pro-life activism and cooperation with the Archdiocese of Manila in challenging the legalization of abortion through the Reproductive Health Bill. Tuason has fluency in writing and speaking in Tagalog, English, and Italian language and has partial fluency in the Hokkien dialect.
Personal Life
Prior to being appointed ambassador to the Holy See, Tuason attended Saint Scholastica's Catholic college where she obtained a bachelors degree in nutritional sciences, where she had also received the Pax Award. In 1939, Tuason was widowed when her husband Jose Tuason died in a plane crash. A widow and mother to seven children (one deceased, six remaining), Tuason is known for her religious devotion and piety which she advocates in the restoration of the Holy Rosary in common practice among Filipinos in her country. Tuason also began her own charitable foundation, called Tuason Community Center Foundation which she personally ran from 1992-1995. Tuason is among the top 100 list of men and women given prominent status and academic recognition in her alumni college[1].
Philippine Ambassador to the Holy See
Though Tuason was already well-acquainted with religious work since the 1980's, in 2007, Tuason became involved with the Cenacle Group, a prayer group guided by Bishop Federico Escaler. In 2007, Tuason was granted the Pax Award a title given to alumni Scholasticans for her charitable works and involvements.
In October 2, 2009, Tuason presented her diplomatic and academic credentials to Pope Benedict XVI in the summer residence of Castel Gandolfo palace as the new ambassador-extraordinary and Plenipotentiary of the Republic of the Philippines to the Holy See[2]. Tuason also holds concurrent jurisdiction over the Sovereign Military Order of Malta. She met with the pontiff and discussed major issues concerning Catholicism in the Philippines, more specifically the ongoing typhoon storm at the time Ketsana / Ondoy [3][4].
After presenting her credentials to Pope Benedict XVI, Tuason was escorted to the Blessed Sacrament chapel in Saint Peter's Basilica and was given the rare privilege of visiting the underground, tomb of Saint Peter [5].
On May 23, 2012, Tuason was awarded by the Vatican with the Order of Pius IX, Class of Dame. The Holy See's Chief of Protocol, Monsignor Fortunatus Nwachukwu, assisted by Monsignor Guillermo Javier Karcher, 1st Class Attaché of the Secretariat of State, presented the award to Ambassador Tuason. Nwachukwu noted that Pope Benedict XVI has decided to give the award to Tuason for her "significant contributions in the advancement of bilateral relations between the Holy See and the Philippines". The award is signed by Secretary of State of the Holy See, Cardinal Tarcisio Bertone.
Charitable Positions
Tuason served the following Catholic charities and secular organizations:
- Red Cross Charities 1987-1993 - Director
- Family Values Foundation of the Philippines - Treasurer
- Administrative Council of Tuason Community Center Foundation 1992-1995
- Bigay Puso (English: Give Love) Foundation - 1986
- Administrative Council of the Center for Peace - 1989
- Administrative Council of the Hero Foundation - 1990
- Administrative Council of the Evelio Javier - 1991
- Foundation of the Mission Angels - 1997
- Administrative Council of Our Lady of Mercy Halfway House Inc. - 2000
- Council of the Mission Society of the Philippines - 2002
* Council of the Crusade for the Rosary of Families - 2007 - Vice President
- Ambassador of the Republic of the Philippines to the Holy See, 2009 - Present
References
- ^ http://www.ssc.edu.ph/centennial%20website/100_outstanding_scholasticans__t.htm
- ^ http://www.philstar.com/article.aspx?articleid=525497
- ^ http://osservatoreromano.eulogos.it/2009/_ORS_ENG_2009-040/PDF/4.PDF
- ^ http://article.wn.com/view/2009/10/03/Pope_Benedict_offers_prayers/?template=cheetah-worldphotos%2Findex.txt
- ^ http://www.philstar.com/article.aspx?articleid=525497