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The Diocese of San Fernando, Pampanga, was established on December 11, 1948, through an Apostolic Constitution.
Answer: True
Explanation: The Diocese of San Fernando, Pampanga, was indeed created on December 11, 1948, by means of the Apostolic Constitution *Probe Noscitur*.
The newly created Diocese of San Fernando originally encompassed only the provinces of Pampanga and Bataan.
Answer: False
Explanation: The newly created Diocese of San Fernando originally comprised the provinces of Pampanga, Bataan, Zambales, and portions of Tarlac and Nueva Ecija, not just Pampanga and Bataan.
The Diocese of San Fernando was initially a suffragan of the Archdiocese of Cebu.
Answer: False
Explanation: The Diocese of San Fernando was initially a suffragan of the Archdiocese of Manila, not Cebu.
César María Guerrero, DD, a native of Manila, was the first bishop of the Diocese of San Fernando, installed on September 8, 1949.
Answer: True
Explanation: César María Guerrero, DD, was indeed the first bishop of the newly erected diocese, appointed on May 29, 1949, and formally installed on September 8 of the same year.
Bishop Guerrero established the Carmelite Monastery in Angeles in 1950, prior to founding the Mater Boni Consilii Seminary.
Answer: False
Explanation: Bishop Guerrero established the Mater Boni Consilii Seminary in 1950 and the Carmelite Monastery in Angeles in 1956, meaning the seminary was founded prior to the monastery.
Bishop Guerrero retired in 1961 due to poor health and was buried in Manila.
Answer: False
Explanation: Bishop Guerrero retired on March 14, 1957, due to poor health and was buried beside the Carmelite monastery chapel in Angeles, in accordance with his wishes, not in Manila.
The Diocese of San Fernando's territory was reduced over time as Zambales, Nueva Ecija, Tarlac, and Bataan were all established as separate dioceses or prelatures.
Answer: True
Explanation: The diocese's original territory was indeed gradually reduced as Zambales, Nueva Ecija, Tarlac, and Bataan were established as separate ecclesiastical jurisdictions.
Emilio A. Cinense, DD, was the second bishop of San Fernando, and it was during his leadership that the diocese was elevated to an Archdiocese.
Answer: True
Explanation: Emilio A. Cinense, DD, became the second bishop of San Fernando in 1957, and the diocese was elevated to a Metropolitan See and Archdiocese during his leadership in 1975.
Bishop Cesar Ma. Guerrero identified the peasant uprising fueled by communist ideology as the most pressing problem in Pampanga upon the diocese's creation.
Answer: True
Explanation: Bishop Cesar Ma. Guerrero, the first bishop, indeed identified the peasant uprising against the feudal system, fueled by communist ideology and the Hukbalahap movement, as the most pressing problem in Pampanga.
Bishop Guerrero's famous observation about Pampanga was 'Aqui en Pampanga hay mucha caridad, pero poca piedad!'
Answer: False
Explanation: Bishop Guerrero's famous observation was 'Aqui en Pampanga hay mucha piedad, pero poca caridad!' which translates to 'Here in Pampanga there is much piety, but little charity!'
When was the Diocese of San Fernando, Pampanga, initially created?
Answer: December 11, 1948
Explanation: The Diocese of San Fernando, Pampanga, was initially created on December 11, 1948, through the Apostolic Constitution *Probe Noscitur*.
What larger ecclesiastical body was the Diocese of San Fernando initially a suffragan of?
Answer: Archdiocese of Manila
Explanation: The Diocese of San Fernando was initially a suffragan of the Archdiocese of Manila.
Who was the first bishop of the newly erected Diocese of San Fernando?
Answer: César María Guerrero, DD
Explanation: César María Guerrero, DD, was the first bishop of the newly erected Diocese of San Fernando, installed on September 8, 1949.
Which institution was established by Bishop Guerrero in 1950?
Answer: The Mater Boni Consilii Seminary
Explanation: Bishop Guerrero established the Mater Boni Consilii Seminary in 1950. The Cruzada was established in 1952 and the Carmelite Monastery in 1956.
When was the Diocese of San Fernando elevated to a Metropolitan See and Archdiocese?
Answer: June 15, 1975
Explanation: The Diocese of San Fernando was elevated to a Metropolitan See and Archdiocese on June 15, 1975, during the leadership of Emilio A. Cinense, DD.
What was Bishop Guerrero's famous observation about the spiritual state of Pampanga, expressed in Spanish?
Answer: Aqui en Pampanga hay mucha piedad, pero poca caridad!
Explanation: Bishop Guerrero famously observed, 'Aqui en Pampanga hay mucha piedad, pero poca caridad!' which translates to 'Here in Pampanga there is much piety, but little charity!'
The Archdiocese of San Fernando's territorial jurisdiction extends over the entire province of Pampanga and Angeles City, making it the metropolitan see for an ecclesiastical province of the same name.
Answer: True
Explanation: The Archdiocese of San Fernando holds territorial jurisdiction over the entire province of Pampanga and Angeles City and serves as the metropolitan see for an ecclesiastical province of the same name, which includes suffragan dioceses.
The Diocese of Tarlac is a suffragan diocese of the Archdiocese of Lingayen-Dagupan, not the Archdiocese of San Fernando.
Answer: False
Explanation: The Diocese of Tarlac is explicitly listed as a suffragan diocese of the Archdiocese of San Fernando. The Diocese of Malolos, for instance, is a suffragan of the Archdiocese of Manila.
The principal patroness of the Archdiocese of San Fernando is Our Lady of the Assumption, whose image is enshrined in the Metropolitan Cathedral.
Answer: False
Explanation: The principal patroness of the Archdiocese of San Fernando is the Virgin Mary under the title Virgen de los Remedios, not Our Lady of the Assumption. Our Lady of the Assumption is the titular of the Metropolitan Cathedral itself.
Florentino G. Lavarias, D.D., became the current archbishop of San Fernando in 2014, succeeding Paciano B. Aniceto, D.D.
Answer: True
Explanation: Florentino G. Lavarias, D.D., assumed office as the current archbishop on October 27, 2014, succeeding Paciano B. Aniceto, D.D.
Oscar C. Cruz, DD, was the first Pampanga-born archbishop of San Fernando.
Answer: False
Explanation: Oscar C. Cruz, DD, was the second Archbishop of San Fernando and a native of Bataan. Paciano B. Aniceto, the third Archbishop, was the first Pampanga-born archbishop.
The Cathedral of the Assumption was consecrated and rededicated as The Metropolitan Cathedral of San Fernando on December 11, 1998, coinciding with its Golden Jubilee.
Answer: True
Explanation: The Cathedral of the Assumption was indeed consecrated and rededicated as The Metropolitan Cathedral of San Fernando on December 11, 1998, marking the Golden Jubilee of the diocese's creation.
The Coat of Arms of the Archdiocese of San Fernando features Mount Arayat, the sword and crown of Saint Ferdinand, and a rose symbolizing Our Lady of Remedies.
Answer: True
Explanation: The Coat of Arms of the Archdiocese of San Fernando symbolically depicts Mount Arayat, the sword and crown of Saint Ferdinand the King, and a rose representing Our Lady of the Assumption and Our Lady of Remedies.
As of 2021, the Catholic population within the Archdiocese of San Fernando constitutes 75% of the total population.
Answer: False
Explanation: As of 2021, the Catholic population within the Archdiocese of San Fernando constitutes 86% of the total population, not 75%.
The current Pope listed in the context of the Archdiocese of San Fernando's leadership is Pope Francis.
Answer: False
Explanation: The provided information lists Pope Leo XIV as the current Pope, not Pope Francis. (Note: This information is presented as it appears in the source material.)
What is the territorial jurisdiction of the Archdiocese of San Fernando?
Answer: The entire province of Pampanga and Angeles City
Explanation: The Archdiocese of San Fernando's territorial jurisdiction encompasses the entire province of Pampanga and Angeles City.
Which of the following dioceses is NOT a suffragan of the Archdiocese of San Fernando?
Answer: Diocese of Malolos
Explanation: The Diocese of Malolos is a suffragan of the Archdiocese of Manila, whereas Balanga, Iba, and Tarlac are suffragans of the Archdiocese of San Fernando.
Who is the current archbishop of the Archdiocese of San Fernando, having assumed office in 2014?
Answer: Florentino G. Lavarias, D.D.
Explanation: Florentino G. Lavarias, D.D., is the current archbishop, having assumed office on October 27, 2014.
Who was the third Archbishop of San Fernando, notable as the first Pampanga-born archbishop?
Answer: Paciano B. Aniceto, DD
Explanation: Paciano B. Aniceto, a native of Sta. Ana, Pampanga, was appointed the third Archbishop of San Fernando and was the first Pampanga-born archbishop.
What is the total population within the Archdiocese of San Fernando as of 2021?
Answer: Approximately 2.9 million
Explanation: As of 2021, the total population within the Archdiocese of San Fernando is 2,900,637, which is approximately 2.9 million.
Who is listed as the current Pope in the provided leadership information for the Archdiocese of San Fernando?
Answer: Pope Leo XIV
Explanation: The provided information explicitly lists Pope Leo XIV as the current Pope. (Note: This information is presented as it appears in the source material.)
The original objective of the Crusade of the Virgen De Los Remedios was to promote interfaith dialogue in Pampanga.
Answer: False
Explanation: The original objective of the Crusade of the Virgen De Los Remedios was to aid in the struggle against the Communist Hukbalahap movement in Pampanga, not to promote interfaith dialogue.
The antique original image of the Virgen de los Remedios is kept in the Archdiocesan Chancery and brought out annually on September 8.
Answer: False
Explanation: The antique original image of the Virgen de los Remedios remains in its chapel in Baliti. It is one canonically crowned replica that is kept in the Archdiocesan Chancery and brought out annually on September 8.
The Cruzada ning Pamanisi at Lugud (Crusade of Penance and Charity) was inaugurated in 1952 at the San Guillermo Parish in Bacolor.
Answer: True
Explanation: The Cruzada ning Pamanisi at Lugud was inaugurated during a meeting on the third Sunday of February 1952 at the San Guillermo Parish in Bacolor, Pampanga.
The crusade officially began in the northernmost town of Pampanga on May 1, 1952.
Answer: False
Explanation: The crusade officially began on May 1, 1952, in the San Miguel Arcangel Parish in Masantol, which is the southernmost town of Pampanga, not the northernmost.
A unique tradition of the crusade involved donating all collected alms and goods from a visited parish to the next parish, fostering sharing.
Answer: True
Explanation: A distinctive tradition of the crusade involved donating all alms and goods collected from a visited parish to the subsequent parish, promoting a spirit of sharing and material aid.
The residents of Baliti objected to the Virgen de los Remedios image leaving their parish because they believed it was exclusively their property, a belief supported by canonical law.
Answer: False
Explanation: The residents of Baliti objected because they believed the image belonged exclusively to them, but canonical law states that church artifacts are technically the property of the diocese, not a single parish.
The two essential criteria for a canonical coronation of a religious image are widespread devotion and the image's proven antiquity.
Answer: True
Explanation: The two essential criteria for a canonical coronation of a religious image are indeed widespread devotion around the image and its proven antiquity.
The replica of the Virgen de los Remedios was canonically crowned on September 8, 1956, by the Pope's emissary to the Philippines, Msgr. Egidio Vagnozzi.
Answer: True
Explanation: The replica of the Virgen de los Remedios was canonically crowned on September 8, 1956, by Msgr. Egidio Vagnozzi, the Pope's emissary to the Philippines.
The image of Santo Cristo del Perdon was added to the Virgen's processions to symbolize the joy and celebration of the crusade, leading the procession as a sign of triumph.
Answer: False
Explanation: The image of Santo Cristo del Perdon was added to emphasize Christ's priority and the crusade's foundation on penance, leading the procession as a symbol of suffering, not joy and triumph.
Archbishop Oscar V. Cruz commissioned two new replicas for the crusade in the late 1970s to speed up the provincial rounds, with the original canonically crowned image remaining in the chancery.
Answer: True
Explanation: Archbishop Oscar V. Cruz commissioned two new replicas in the late 1970s to accelerate the provincial rounds, and the original canonically crowned image was indeed to remain in the chancery, only brought out for the annual reenactment.
The annual reenactments of the canonical coronation were moved to San Fernando and Angeles alternately due to increased attendance from both cities.
Answer: False
Explanation: The annual reenactments were moved to be held alternately between San Fernando and Angeles primarily due to increased flooding after the eruption of Mount Pinatubo, as these cities had better facilities and were less prone to flooding.
The 'Visita Vicariato' is a tradition where the canonically crowned image of the Virgen de los Remedios visits the archdiocese's various vicariates each year before the annual reenactment of its coronation.
Answer: True
Explanation: The 'Visita Vicariato' is precisely this tradition: the canonically crowned image of the Virgen de los Remedios visits the archdiocese's various vicariates annually before the reenactment of its coronation.
What was the original objective behind the establishment of the Crusade of the Virgen De Los Remedios in the 1950s?
Answer: To aid in the struggle against the Communist Hukbalahap movement
Explanation: The original objective of the Crusade of the Virgen De Los Remedios was to aid in the struggle against the Communist Hukbalahap movement in Pampanga.
Where was the Cruzada ning Pamanisi at Lugud (Crusade of Penance and Charity) inaugurated in February 1952?
Answer: San Guillermo Parish in Bacolor, Pampanga
Explanation: The Cruzada ning Pamanisi at Lugud was inaugurated during a meeting on the third Sunday of February 1952 at the San Guillermo Parish in Bacolor, Pampanga.
According to Msgr. Jose de la Cruz, what is the canonical principle regarding the ownership of church artifacts like the Virgen de los Remedios image?
Answer: They are technically the property of the diocese.
Explanation: Msgr. Jose de la Cruz explained that canonically, all church edifices and artifacts within them are technically the property of the diocese.
Who crafted the first replica of the Virgen de los Remedios image for the crusade's second year of processions?
Answer: Victoriano Siongco of the Catholic Trade Center of San Fernando
Explanation: The first replica of the Virgen de los Remedios was crafted by Victoriano Siongco of the Catholic Trade Center of San Fernando.
When and by whom was the replica of the Virgen de los Remedios canonically crowned?
Answer: September 8, 1956, by Msgr. Egidio Vagnozzi
Explanation: The replica of the Virgen de los Remedios was canonically crowned on September 8, 1956, by Msgr. Egidio Vagnozzi, the Pope's emissary to the Philippines.
What was the primary reason for adding the image of Santo Cristo del Perdon to the Virgen's processions?
Answer: To emphasize Christ's priority and the crusade's foundation on penance.
Explanation: The image of Santo Cristo del Perdon was added to emphasize Christ's priority and the crusade's foundation on penance, ensuring that the first image encountered by the people represented suffering.
Why were the annual reenactments of the canonical coronation later moved to be held alternately between San Fernando and Angeles?
Answer: Due to increased flooding after the eruption of Mount Pinatubo, and these cities had facilities and were dry.
Explanation: The annual reenactments were moved to San Fernando and Angeles due to increased flooding after the eruption of Mount Pinatubo, as these cities offered sufficient facilities and were relatively dry.
What is the meaning of the practice known as 'Visita Vicariato'?
Answer: The canonically crowned image of the Virgen de los Remedios visiting various vicariates before the annual reenactment.
Explanation: The 'Visita Vicariato' is a tradition where the canonically crowned image of the Virgen de los Remedios visits the archdiocese's various vicariates each year before the annual reenactment of its coronation.
Pampanga served as the Augustinian Order's pioneer, premiere, and last bastion of evangelical ministry in Luzon for over 300 years.
Answer: True
Explanation: Pampanga played a significant historical role for the Augustinian Order, serving as their pioneer, premiere, and last bastion of evangelical ministry in Luzon for over 300 years, from 1572 until 1960.
The first Augustinian printing press in the Philippines was located in Betis, founded in 1572.
Answer: False
Explanation: The first Augustinian printing press in the Philippines was located in Lubao, founded in 1572, not Betis.
Fray Gallagos authored the first Pampango book, *Vida de san Nicolas do tolentino*, published in 1614.
Answer: False
Explanation: Fray Tallada, while pastor of Macabebe, authored the first Pampango book, *Vida de san Nicolas do tolentino*, published in 1614, not Fray Gallagos.
Bacolor's church was completely destroyed by lahar in the 1990s following the eruption of Mount Pinatubo.
Answer: False
Explanation: Bacolor's church was partially buried by lahar in the 1990s due to Mount Pinatubo's eruption, but most of its structure still remains, indicating it was not completely destroyed.
The Parian district in Guagua was significant for its intermarriage and business activities between native Filipinos and Chinese merchants.
Answer: True
Explanation: Guagua's Parian district was indeed a significant area for intermarriage and business between native Filipinos and Chinese merchants, who were historically refugees.
Lubao and Betis were among the earliest mission stations founded by the Augustinians in Pampanga in 1572.
Answer: True
Explanation: Lubao and Betis are indeed listed among the earliest mission stations founded by the Augustinians in Pampanga in 1572.
For how many years did the Augustinians administer Pampanga?
Answer: Over 300 years
Explanation: The Augustinians administered Pampanga for over 300 years, from 1572 until 1960.
Which Augustinian mission station in Pampanga was home to the first Augustinian printing press in the Philippines?
Answer: Lubao
Explanation: Lubao, founded in 1572, was the location of the first Augustinian printing press in the Philippines.
Who authored the first Pampango book ever published, *Vida de san Nicolas do tolentino*?
Answer: Fray Tallada
Explanation: Fray Tallada, while serving as pastor of Macabebe, authored the first Pampango book, *Vida de san Nicolas do tolentino*, published in 1614.
What natural disaster partially buried Bacolor's church in the 1990s?
Answer: Lahar from Mount Pinatubo
Explanation: Bacolor's church was partially buried in lahar in the 1990s as a consequence of the eruption of Mount Pinatubo.
What part of Mexico's first church, destroyed by the great earthquake of 1880, remained intact?
Answer: The bell tower
Explanation: Mexico's first church was destroyed by the great earthquake of 1880, but its bell tower remained intact.
Which of the following was NOT among the earliest Augustinian mission stations founded in Pampanga?
Answer: Angeles (1572)
Explanation: Angeles (1572) is not listed among the earliest Augustinian mission stations founded in Pampanga; Lubao and Betis were founded in 1572, and Macabebe in 1575.
Rev. Fr. Francis F. Dizon serves solely as the Vicar General of the Archdiocese of San Fernando.
Answer: False
Explanation: Rev. Fr. Francis F. Dizon holds a dual role, serving as both the Vicar General of the Archdiocese of San Fernando and the Parish Priest of San Andres Apostol Parish in Candaba.
The Archdiocesan Shrine of Apung Mamacalulu was established in Angeles City in 2009.
Answer: True
Explanation: The Archdiocesan Shrine of Apung Mamacalulu was established in Lourdes Sur, Angeles City, in 2009.
Who is the current Rector of the Mother of Good Counsel Seminary?
Answer: Rev. Fr. Kenneth Dizon Alde
Explanation: Rev. Fr. Kenneth Dizon Alde is the current Rector of the Mother of Good Counsel Seminary.
What is the dual role held by Rev. Fr. Francis F. Dizon within the Archdiocese of San Fernando?
Answer: Vicar General and Parish Priest of San Andres Apostol Parish in Candaba
Explanation: Rev. Fr. Francis F. Dizon serves as both the Vicar General of the Archdiocese of San Fernando and the Parish Priest of San Andres Apostol Parish in Candaba.
Which Archdiocesan Shrine, established in 2009, is located in Lourdes Sur, Angeles City?
Answer: Archdiocesan Shrine of Apung Mamacalulu
Explanation: The Archdiocesan Shrine of Apung Mamacalulu was established in Lourdes Sur, Angeles City, in 2009.
Which of the following priests from the Archdiocese of San Fernando later became the 2nd Bishop of Kalookan and 10th Filipino Cardinal?
Answer: Pablo Virgilio David
Explanation: Pablo Virgilio David is listed among the priests from the Archdiocese of San Fernando who later became bishops, specifically the 2nd Bishop of Kalookan and 10th Filipino Cardinal.
What is the pastoral assignment of Rev. Fr. Joel B. Fronda?
Answer: Chaplain of the San Padre Pio Chapel at Jose B. Lingad Memorial Hospital
Explanation: Rev. Fr. Joel B. Fronda serves as the Chaplain of the San Padre Pio Chapel, located at the Jose B. Lingad Memorial Hospital.
Who holds the position of Oeconome at the Arzobispado de San Fernando?
Answer: Rev. Fr. Norman S. Arce
Explanation: Rev. Fr. Norman S. Arce holds the position of Oeconome at the Arzobispado de San Fernando.
Who is the University President at the University of the Assumption?
Answer: Rev. Fr. Oliver G. Yalung
Explanation: Rev. Fr. Oliver G. Yalung is the University President at the University of the Assumption.