A Vatican diplomat on Monday emphasized the Church’s belief that the election of the next pope is ultimately guided by divine will. Speaking ahead of the papal conclave set to begin May 7, Archbishop Charles Brown, apostolic nuncio to the Philippines, expressed confidence that the Holy...
Bells tolled as news broke of the death of Pope Francis, whose apostolic voyage a decade ago to console typhoon victims and stirring tribute to Filipinos as “smugglers of faith” and bearers of “joy to the whole world” made a lasting impression on the Philippine...
Pope Francis has passed away. The whole world mourns his passing. Acclamations and expressions of grief continue to pour in from dignitaries of differennt religious faiths and persuasion, sovereigns and national leaders. He responds in silence. He now prays for us in heaven. Mine is a...
Retired Archbishop Diosdado Talamayan has been toying on the idea of writing about Tuguegarao archdiocese since early 2011. The result of his long-awaited effort, titled Growing in Age, Wisdom, and Grace, with the subtitle Journey of the Archdiocese of Tuguegarao 1910-2020, was recently published. “This book is...
The Parish Pastoral Council for Responsible Voting said sexist remarks made by some candidates in the upcoming May 12 elections should serve as a “wake up call” for all voters to choose wisely at the polls. PPCRV spokesperson Ana Singson said such actions highlight the importance...
Catholic leaders in Albay province are opposing a proposed lighting project around Mayon Volcano, citing environmental, cultural, and ethical concerns. In a statement issued Tuesday, Bishop Joel Baylon and the clergy of the Legazpi Diocese denounced the plan, arguing that installing laser and spotlight systems on...
The head of the Philippine Catholic bishops’ social communications ministry has been given a larger role in the Church across Asia. The Federation of Asian Bishops’ Conferences (FABC) announced Saturday the appointment of Bishop Marcelino Antonio Maralit of San Pablo as the new chairman of its...
The Order of the Ministers of the Infirm, known worldwide as the Camillians, marked 50 years of their missionary presence in the Philippines. The milestone was celebrated with a Mass presided over by Bishop Elias Ayuban Jr at the Cubao Cathedral on Saturday, March 8. Among those...
Pope Francis on Tuesday appointed Fr. Herman Abcede, a Rogationist missionary, as the new bishop of Daet. Abcede succeeds Archbishop Rex Andrew Alarcon, who was transferred to the Archdiocese of Caceres in 2024. The bishop-elect will be the fourth bishop of the diocese, which covers parishes in...
The 39th anniversary of the People Power Revolution on Tuesday was marked with a unique celebration — the episcopal ordination of Bishop Rufino “Jun” Sescon Jr. Sescon, 52, served as an aide to the late Cardinal Jaime Sin, the former archbishop of Manila and a key...