NLEX Corporation, in partnership with its contractor, has renovated the St. Thomas Aquinas Chapel of the Northern Luzon Command (NOLCOM) of the Armed Forces of the Philippines in Tarlac City as part of its commitment to social responsibility for its neighboring communities.
NLEX Corporation President and General Manager J. Luigi L. Bautista expressed that this act is a humble way of showing gratitude for the unparalleled service of the soldiers who have dedicated their lives to the people and the country. NLEX hopes that the renovated chapel will serve as a sanctuary for the soldiers, providing a place to find peace and renew their spiritual strength.
Built in the 1960s, the chapel has been a shelter for Catholic uniformed personnel and nearby communities, especially during times of disaster. Despite facing deterioration over the years, the chapel has continued to strengthen the faith of its visitors. NLEX Corporation recognized the profound impact the chapel has had on the lives of those who have served to uphold peace and stability, particularly in the Northern and Central Luzon regions where the expressway traverses. Therefore, the tollway company pledged to undertake its renovation without hesitation.
NOLCOM Deputy Commander Commo Karl A. Decapia PN expressed gratitude to NLEX Corporation and all the people behind the project. He also shared a meaningful message with his fellow soldiers: “Let us use this temple of God to uplift each other, support each other, and inspire each other to become the best versions of ourselves,” he stated.
The chapel repair was part of the NOLCOM refurbishment project led by NLEX. Last year, NLEX, with partner construction firms, completed the renovation of the NOLCOM transient facility.
NLEX Corporation is a subsidiary of the Metro Pacific Tollways Corporation (MPTC), the toll road arm of the Metro Pacific Investments Corporation (MPIC).
