Greetings of peace! 

The Apostolic Nunciature has brought to the attention of the Chancery Office the presence in our diocese of a certain REV. FR. RICHARD DOMINGO. FFM, and REV. FR. ALEX DARIO, FFM, who have recently celebrated the Sacrament of the Eucharist in various areas in Cavite. 

I was informed by the Apostolic Nuncio that they received ordination to the priesthood illicitly.  Please be advised that they do not have ministerial faculties.  They are forbidden to administer any sacrament. 

As the Presbyteral Council of the Diocese of Imus has addressed similar incidents in its previous meetings, the clergy are urged to strictly observe the established protocols before allowing any priest to celebrate the Holy Eucharist and any sacrament. 

Please remain vigilant in ensuring that all celebrants in our parishes and in any place within our diocese are Roman Catholic priests with the necessary faculties to administer the sacraments. 

I sincerely appreciate your collaboration and commitment to uphold the integrity of our priestly ministry. 

Given at the Chancery Office, City of Imus, Cavite on the 16th of April 2025. 

+REYNALDO G. EVANGELISTA, D.D. 

Bishop of Imus