Catholic churches across the Bicol region, Philippines, have opened their doors to residents seeking shelter as Severe Tropical Storm Opong moves closer to landfall.
Aid to the Church in Need (ACN) Philippines will lead the 20th anniversary celebration of “A Million Children Praying the Rosary”, a worldwide initiative uniting children across the globe in praying the Holy Rosary for peace.
The Archdiocese of Manila has formally launched a new ministry dedicated to serving street-dwelling persons, appointing Fr. Francisco Nicolas P. Magnaye as its first minister.
The Parish of San Pascual Baylon and the National Shrine of Nuestra Señora de la Inmaculada Concepcion de Salambao in Bulacan, Philippines, has announced that it will return a Nissan Navara pick-up truck donated by former Department of Public Works and Highways (DPWH) 1st District Engineer Henry Alcantara, following reports linking him to alleged corruption in government flood control projects.
Cardinal Virgilio Pablo David, president of the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of the Philippines (CBCP), called on young Filipinos to take a decisive role in building a just and peaceful society, as thousands gathered today for massive peace rallies marking the anniversary of the declaration of martial law.
“To you, the countless millions of men and women, our brothers and sisters who live in Asia, this crossroads of cultures ancient and modern… the blessing of God, abiding peace and fraternity,” Saint Paul VI
Over the years, the Church became a moral compass for Filipinos, denouncing human rights violations, exposing corruption, and encouraging peaceful resistance.
The upcoming rallies in Manila and Quezon City on September 21, marking the anniversary of Martial Law, will relive the spirit of Cardinal Jaime Sin’s call during EDSA People Power Revolution in 1986.
Bishop Ruperto Cruz Santos of Antipolo expressed his support for the rallies denouncing corruption and injustice, coinciding with the 53rd anniversary of the declaration of Martial Law on September 21.
Every September, the city of Naga in the Philippines transforms into a sea of faith as millions of devotees, pilgrims, and visitors return home or travel from afar to honor Our Lady of Peñafrancia, lovingly called Ina (Mother) by Bicolanos.
