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Father Morice Vanoverbergh, CICM, 1885-1982: Illustrious Missionary Pioneer erbergh, CICM, 1885-1982: Illustrious Missionary Pioneer

Andre De Bleeker

 

Abstract:

This article looks back at Father Morice Vanoverbergh, CICM, whose missionary work testifies to his commitment to Filipinos among whom he lived. It traces his fruitful missionary work from 1909-1982; his contribution to scholarship that made Filipino scholars more aware of the rich cultural heritage of the peoples of Northern Luzon, and; his invaluable contributions to the history and cultural heritage of the Philippines.