In a press release, Acting Public Affairs
Officer 2Lt Ann F Abrigo PN(M) disclosed that leading the ceremony is its
Commander LtGen Juancho M. Sabban, who highlighted the essence and importance
of the Yuletide season.
Sabban said that the lighting of the tree is
being done not only because it is a time-honored tradition, but because it is a
time to revere the message of Christmas.
“We gather here not simply to light the tree,
which is a time-honored tradition, but more importantly to revere the message
of Christmas, which is peace and good will towards all men that has been the
guiding principle of our endeavors. Likewise, it reminds us of our noble duties
to others - Christians and non-Christians alike,” the Commander explained.
According to him, it has been a tough year
for WESCOM, especially because its resolve to protect and defend the country’s
territorial integrity and patrimony has been challenged. Nonetheless, its
troops stood unfazed and the unity of the Filipino people prevailed.
“As we continue to draw inspiration from our
patriotic commitment, we shall remain undaunted and eager to serve the flag and
country. This is the challenge that is imposed on us not only this
season, but as long as we are in the service. Indeed, we have much yet to do,
but we enter this season with higher hope, new confidence, and stronger faith.
May all our prayers of peace and prosperity for Palawan and throughout the
country be granted,” he stressed.
Aside from the ceremonial lighting of
Christmas tree, the light display at the headquarters was also lit and
Christmas songs were played.