Part 2 would be Nelson’s sharing...

Last month of November 2023, I and my colleagues from Ateneo de Davao Junior High School Campus Ministry visited my friend, the big boss from the office of the Department of Education Region 11, Sir Allan Farnazo. He is the Regional Director of DepEd 11 at present.

He was assigned to Davao in 2021 and I recalled that after a week of his new assignment here, he immediately met his brothers in the Passionist formation. The brotherhood is never forgotten.

I am really proud of this man. Allan and I were together in the religious formation at the Passionist Seminary way back in 1986. He was a sophomore when I entered as a freshman in seminary formation. From that time on, I knew this guy would really soar high in whatever endeavors he may choose in life.

What I remember most about him was that he was a very persistent person. He was not the best student in class but he was always consistent in his studies. He is really smart. He has also a kind heart to help others. He loves to talk to people young and old.

Though he did not become a religious priest, still he chose the path to holiness with what he is now – an educator with a very big responsibility on his shoulders.

He went out of the seminary in 1992 when he was already in the Theology formation. But still, he lives a pious life with his own family. He goes to Mass every day and he still talks as a Theologian – sharing his religious insights during teachable moments.

Allan was also a Campus Minister in a private school in Gensan before he was elected as a municipal councilor in his hometown and a board member on the provincial level in South Cotabato.

With this RD Allan Farnazo, I believe, we, students and educators are in good hands because this man has put into practice love & kindness.