APAVM annual dinner 2024
Patrons and friends of the Asia chapter gathered for the annual APAVM dinner in 3 cities:
· Hong Kong, on 7 January at the Explorium Auditorium
· Manila, on 8 January at the La Salle Rufino Law Auditorium
· Singapore: 14 January at Eagle Wings Cinematics
The highlight of this annual gathering was the exclusive private screening of a Hollywood movie produced by Angel Studios which was due to be released in March 2024. This Hollywood movie is about an outstanding and exemplary Catholic nun, who became the first saint canonised in the USA.
The movie tells an inspirational, aspirational and impactful story that touches on today’s most pressing issues… Women’s Leadership, Immigration, Education, Healthcare and it does so in a stimulating narrative filled with vibrant characters that entertain and transform.
The protagonist is a poor audacious woman born on July 15, 1850 in a small village in Italy. At a time when there were no cell phones, no airlines, no television and no radio, she made 23 trans-Atlantic crossings, building the largest transnational humanitarian organization the world has ever known: 67 institutions, hospitals, schools and orphanages. She was a servant leader, as resourceful as she was prayerful, she inspired people to support her “Empire of Hope”.
A woman ahead of her time, she used her intellect and organizational skills coupled with her energy, charm, wit and charisma to be a change agent for women in the 19th century. As a gifted entrepreneur and diplomat, she was a John D. Rockefeller, J.P. Morgan, Warren Buffet and Winston Churchill wrapped in one. Unknown to many people, she is the first American Saint, canonized in 1946. Mother Teresa credits her as the role model and inspiration for her life’s work. An extraordinary woman who overcame insurmountable odds for the singular, simple goal of helping others.
We are grateful to Father Thomas Montanaro, LC who helped arrange this movie preview. He was also our honoured guest in all 3 cities where the movie was shown.
