By: Dante M. Salvaña
SUBIC BAY FREEPORT — The Diocese of Iba-Zambales is set to stage a benefit concert dubbed “Voices of Faith: A Night for Our Priests” on July 17, 2026, at 6 p.m. at the Subic Gymnasium, Subic Bay Freeport Zone to raise funds for retired priests, priestly vocations, and the diocesan Decima program.
Organized by the Diocese of Iba in cooperation with Echo Jham Entertainment Production, the fundraising event will feature acclaimed singer Jamie Rivera, widely known for her inspirational and faith-centered music. She will be joined by special guest Chad Borja, along with performances by priests of the Diocese of Iba and Tinig ng Bikarya San Jose under the musical direction of Sam Valdecantos.
The concert is a fundraising initiative of Rev. Msgr. Crisostomo Cacho, aimed at supporting the welfare of retired priests who have dedicated their lives to pastoral service, while also strengthening programs that nurture future vocations in the diocese.
The event seeks to bring together the faithful, benefactors, and the wider community through an evening of worship, music, and thanksgiving, highlighting the Church’s continuing mission of caring for its clergy and encouraging new generations to answer the call to priesthood.
Tickets are priced at PHP 2,000 (SVIP), PHP 1,000 (VIP), PHP 500 (Gold), and PHP 300 (Silver).
The Diocese of Iba is inviting the public to support the cause by attending the concert, with proceeds benefiting retired priests, the Vocations Apostolate, and other diocesan pastoral initiatives.