By Loretta Fulton

Sacred Heart Catholic Church will sponsor a benefit concert on Aug. 1 for a parisonher, Ate Nor Holzhauer, who lost her home in a fire on May 14.

The concert, featuring the “King of Hearts” duo Nonoy Zuñiga and Jay R, will begin at 6:30 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 1, in the Boone Family Theater on the campus of Abilene Christian University. Doors open at 5:30 p.m.

Zuñiga is billed as the King of Pop Ballad and Jay R is known as the King of R&B. Both are Filipino musicians. For tickets and sponsorships, contact Batangas Asian Market, 232-8787. Tickets range from $78 for general admission to $150 for VIP status. 

“Nora Holzhauer is a life member at Sacred Heart Catholic Church and in good standing,” said Rev. Albert Ezeanya, priest at Sacred Heart. “She is a young woman whose life is rooted in the teachings of Christ, guided by the sacraments and the example of the Blessed Virgin Mary.”

Ate Nor Holzhauer

Aurora Honkala, owner of Batangas Asian Market, 3498 N. 1st St., started a GoFundMe account for Holzhauer following the fire. Holzhauer volunteers at the store. Click here to donate to the GoFundMe account. 

“She is always willing to help out when someone is in need,” Hokala said in announcing the Go Fund Me account. “Now, it is our turn!”

Holzhauer’s home, and all its contents, were a total loss. She has no insurance. Father Ezeanya has known Holzhauer since 2019 when he was appointed to Sacred Heart Catholic Church by Bishop Michael Sis.

“Her faith is not just a belief but a way of living—showing kindness, humility, and a deep respect for God’s grace,” Ezeanya said. 

Loretta Fulton is creator and editor of Spirit of Abilene