PBBM, First Lady lead reception of Guadalupe pilgrim image

Ruth Abbey Gita-Carlos - Philippine News Agency 06/11/2026

MANILA – President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. and First Lady led the reception and blessing of the Pilgrim Image of Our Lady of Guadalupe at Malacañan Palace in Manila on Thursday, marking the start of the Philippine…

National Shrine of St. Joseph receives 26 sacred relics from Rome

Mary Rose Sagarino 05/22/2026

MANDAUE CITY, Cebu — The National Shrine of St. Joseph in Mandaue City has received 26 relics from Rome, including relics connected to the 12 apostles, saints devoted to St. Joseph, and sacred objects associated with the…

Flores de Mayo tradition lives on at Cebu Metropolitan Cathedral

Mary Grace Mancao 05/21/2026

CEBU CITY, Philippines — The Cebu Metropolitan Cathedral came alive with flowers, prayers, and Marian devotion on a Wednesday afternoon as devotees gathered for the annual Flores de Mayo celebration, one of the most cherished Catholic traditions…

Pope Leo XIV appoints Fr. Saco as 8th bishop of the Diocese of Tagbilaran

Neil Povadora 03/26/2026

CEBU CITY, Philippines — Pope Leo XIV has appointed Rev. Fr. Gerardo Fortich Saco Jr. as the eighth bishop of the Diocese of Tagbilaran. Fr. Saco, who currently serves as diocesan administrator, succeeds Alberto “Abet” Sy Uy,…

Danao parish slams paranormal video taken inside church: ‘Fabricated’

Futch Anthony Inso 03/02/2026

CEBU CITY, Philippines — The Santo Tomas de Villanueva Parish in Danao City said the viral video showing alleged paranormal activity inside the church was fabricated. In the viral paranormal video, a voice that seems to be…

Cardinal Advincula reminds faithful on Christmas: ‘Be humble like Jesus’

Ferdinand Patinio - Philippine News Agency 12/25/2025

MANILA, Philippines — In his Christmas message, Manila Archbishop Jose Cardinal Advincula reminds Catholics to be humble and always bow down to the savior, Jesus Christ. The Manila Archbishop said said kneeling is not a simple gesture but…

Oslob church now affiliated with historic church in Rome

Malou Guanzon Apalisok 07/15/2025

OSLOB, Cebu — A parish church dedicated to the Immaculate Conception in Oslob town south of Cebu has been officially affiliated with the Papal Basilica of Saint Mary Major in Rome. The designation establishes a bond of…

Three Kings Day or Epiphany: Christians worldwide closes Christmas season on Jan. 6

Associated Press 01/05/2024

Christians around the world will mark the Epiphany on January 6 with a series of celebrations that go from parades and gift-giving for children to the blessing of water. The holiday is also called the Feast of…

Mama Mary birthday: Where to celebrate as an ‘On-the-Go’ Cebuano

Jessa Ngojo 09/08/2023

The birthday of Mama Mary is a special celebration in Cebu, the Queen City of the South which is also known for its stunning beaches and rich cultural heritage. As devotees of the Roman Catholic religion, Cebuanos…

CBCP clarifies Pope’s stand on same-sex unions

Jodee Agoncillo 10/27/2020

MANILA, Philippines — Pope Francis remains consistent with the Catholic perspective on marriage and family, while refusing “to reject those who are unable to enter into marriage and build family because of circumstances in their lives,” the…

Reminder from Archbishop Soc: No clapping during Mass

Jovic Yee - Philippine Daily Inquirer 02/22/2020

In the spirit of the Lenten season, the public should abstain from inappropriate clapping during and after Masses, a practice that could rob the faithful of the “true meaning of Christian liturgy and worship.” In a statement,…

Eastern Visayas feels Tisoy impact: Thousands displaced, power cut, houses torn to pieces

12/03/2019

TACLOBAN CITY–Typhoon Tisoy like a sledgehammer barrelled through Eastern Visayas on Monday, Dec. 2, sending more than 3,200 families fleeing their homes and seeking refuge at government evacuation venters. Winds exceeding 100 kilometers per hour toppled electric…

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