Since the beginning of creation, man is the center because He created him in His image and likeness. God cannot afford to allow us to be separated from Him for He destined us to be united with Him in eternal joy. At Christmas, we celebrate...
December 14, 2024, marked a significant milestone for the San Nicolas de Tolentino Cathedral in the Diocese of Mati, Davao Oriental, as it celebrated the anniversary of its dedication. The momentous occasion was made even more special with the conferral of the PRO ECCLESIA ET...
[gallery link="file" size="full" ids="46833,46834,46835"] The Archdiocese of Davao, through the Archdiocesan Citizens Engagement Committee (ACEComm), in collaboration with the Davao Association of Catholic Schools (DACS), the Parish Pastoral Council for Responsible Voting (PPCRV), and the National Citizens’ Movement for Free Elections (NAMFREL), launched the Citizens Engagement...
Cardinal Pablo Virgilio David of Kalookan revealed that he now wears a cross inspired by Saint Oscar Romero, the patron of those who work for justice and peace. The wooden cross, along with “a piece of bloodied cloth” from the El Salvadoran martyr, was given to...
During my college years, the "Daily Bread" program at Ateneo, designed to assist students struggling financially, caught my attention. My limited budget made the program incredibly appealing, yet I hesitated. I wrongly assumed its low profile meant it was outdated. I dismissed the program, assuming...
[gallery link="file" size="full" ids="46816,46817,46818"] On December 14, 2024, the University of the Immaculate Conception (UIC) brought a magical, whimsical world to life as it presented a stunning production of Alice in Wonderland, performed by the renowned Prince Street Players Ltd. The event took place at 10:00am...
Ang Parokya ni San Francisco Javier nagsaulog sa dakong Parochial Fiesta nga puno sa grasya, pagpasalamat, ug pagtoo. Si San Francisco Javier, SJ, (Francisco de Jasso y Azpilicueta) maoy usa ka Espanyol nga Katolikong misyonaryo ug kaubang magtutukod sa Kapunongan sa Society of Jesus (Mga Heswita)....
[gallery link="file" columns="2" size="full" ids="46783,46784"] Whenever there is a calamity, the normal thing to do is to evacuate, find a safe place, and wait for the proper agency to announce a safe return home. However, Rhoderick G. Hernandez does the exact opposite: whenever disasters occur, he...
(An excerpt of the homily of the Most Reverend Romulo G. Valles D.D. during the Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception, University of the Immaculate Conception Fiesta, Dec. 09, 2024 at the San Pedro Cathedral.) What is the grace that we want to receive today…as we celebrate...
Misa de Gallo is one of the most cherished Advent traditions in the Philippines. Historically known as a vigil, it serves as a spiritual preparation for the commemoration of the birth of Jesus. Yet, it is also an opportunity to experience joy as we await...