Rogationists elect new provincial superior

Fr. Jessie Martirizar has been elected provincial superior of the Rogationists of the Heart of Jesus St. Matthew Province. He will serve a four-year term ending in 2030, succeeding Fr. Orville Cajigal, who served in the role for eight years.

The election took place during the congregation’s Fourth Provincial Chapter, held from Oct. 13 to Oct. 19 at the Oasis of Prayer and Rogationist College in Silang, Cavite. The assembly included 62 capitulars. During the closing Mass, Martirizar, a former provincial councilor, made his profession of faith and oath of fidelity.

The chapter also elected several members to the provincial council. Fr. Jose Ariel Tecson was chosen as provincial vicar and councilor for religious life, formation, and vocation ministry. Fr. Ulrich Gacayan will oversee the Rogate sector, Bro. Christian Allan De Sagun will manage charity and mission, and Fr. Henry Ramos will lead ministry for the laity, parishes, and youth. Fr. Al John Provido was elected provincial treasurer.

The St. Matthew Province manages Rogationist communities and ministries in the Philippines, Australia, Indonesia, and Papua New.