The Commemoration of All the Faithful Departed (All Souls) November 2 First Reading: Wisdom 3:1-9 Responsorial Psalm Psalm 23:1-3a, 3b-4, 5, 6 R. (1) The Lord is my shepherd; there is nothing I shall want. Second Reading: Romans 5:5-11 Gospel Reading: John 6:37-40 Jesus said to the crowds: “Everything that the Father gives me will come to me, and I will not reject anyone who comes to me, because I came down from heaven not to do my own will but the will of the one who sent

Dear Father Bill, Ipagse-celebrar na naman an Aldaw kan Gabos na Santos (All Saints Day)? Ano an tabang kan mga Santo satuya? An minagalang, Nona Dear Nona, Gabos kitang mga linalang inaapod nin Dios na magin santo o banal. Sa pag-celebrar kan "Dia de Todos Los Santos," hinahapot ta an satong sadiri: nabubuhay daw ako sosog sa plano nin Dios para sako" o "nalalakaw daw ako pasiring sa dalan na itinutukdo nin Kagurangnan?" Enot, an mga Santo an satong modelo o aarogan kan pa

By Fr. Jhonan’z Vibar The Metropolitan Province of Cáceres stands at a decisive moment in its safeguarding journey—one that transforms lessons learned into living action. During the 2025 National Safeguarding Conference, dioceses of Cáceres, Libmanan, Legazpi, Virac, Sorsogon, Daet, and Masbate united in one spirit: to make safeguarding not just a policy, but a Gospel-rooted way of life. The next steps are both practical and pastoral. First comes communion with the Bishop—an

By Luz Villar Through a luminous display of faith and solidarity, over 200 parishioners, students, and community leaders formed a human Living Rosary at St. Anthony of Padua Church on Saturday evening, October 25, to denounce corruption and seek mercy amid the nation’s ongoing Trillion Peso March movement. The event, held on the church patio immediately following the 5:30PM mass, drew participants from the University of Northeastern Philippines (UNEP), Ceguera Technological C

QUEZON CITY – In response to the 8 September 2025 directive issued by Department of Finance Secretary and Social Security Commission ex-officio Chair Ralph G. Recto to roll out faster services to pensioners and members, the Social Security System (SSS) has officially launched the MySSS Card – designed to transform the way Filipino workers, pensioners, and their beneficiaries access their social security benefits and financial services. SSS President and Chief Executive Office

By Keren Anne Bernadas Climate change-adaptive architecture is often celebrated for its ability to adjust to the changing conditions and impacts of a warming climate, ensuring buildings remain functional during extreme weather events like typhoons, floods and heatwaves. There’s perhaps no better example of this in the Bicol region than the new town hall of Pasacao, Camarines Sur, set to be inaugurated in early 2026. Pasacao Mayor Niño Tayco told the Philippine Information Age

By Connie Calipay LEGAZPI CITY --- Albay Governor Noel Rosal, the newly appointed chairperson of the Regional Development Council in Bicol, will focus on infrastructure and connectivity projects to boost Bicol’s economic growth during his three-year term. Recently appointed by President Ferdinand R. Marcos Jr. to the RDC position, Rosal identified 30 flagship projects, including upgrading the Bicol International Airport, improving major seaports like Matnog and Pantao, and en

By Ernie Delgado MASBATE CITY --- Weeks after Typhoon Opong devastated the island province of Masbate, local officials are reflecting on the restoration efforts by the National Electrification Administration (NEA) and the lasting impact of its initiative to upgrade transmission lines. The NEA launched a comprehensive restoration effort, mobilizing nearly 400 personnel—mainly linemen and boom truck operators—from 47 electric cooperatives across Luzon and the Visayas, while als

By Paulo DS Papa POLICE authorities in Naga City are ready for deployment inside and outside both public and private cemeteries this coming All Saints’ and All Souls’ Days. Police Lt. Col Chester Pomar, spokesperson of the Naga City Police Office, said that about 33 personnel have been assigned to man motorist assistance desks to be installed in critical and strategic areas of the city. Pomar also mentioned that the city police office has prepared around 70 personnel for poli

By Connie Calipay LEGAZPI CITY --- The Philippine Coast Guard (PCG) 5 (Bicol) has raised its alert status and operational readiness to manage the massive influx of passengers expected for Undas 2025. PCG-5 Commander, Commodore Ivan Roldan, said Tuesday that they have intensified Vessel Safety Enforcement Inspections (VSEI) to ensure all vessels comply with safety standards set by the Maritime Industry Authority (MARINA). Roldan said the VSEI is an important step to ensure tha

By Rosalita Manlangit DAET, Camarines Norte --- Local chief executives and healthcare providers have expressed their support for the implementation of the YAKAP (Yaman ng Kalusugan Program), which aims to provide health services at the barangay level. YAKAP is an expanded version of the Philippine Health Insurance Corporation’s (PhilHealth) Konsulta Package, designed to bring comprehensive health services closer to every Filipino. “I am happy that the Universal Health Care la

By Manuel T. Ugalde LEGAZPI CITY — Albayanos have criticized neophyte Albay Congressman Carlos Loria for his solo efforts to push for the reprivatization of the Albay Electric Cooperative (ALECO), recalling the province’s dismal power service experience during the eight years it was managed by the San Miguel Corporation (SMC) through the Albay Power and Energy Corporation (APEC). SMC created APEC to operate and rehabilitate ALECO under a 25-year concession. However, the SMC-A

By Ernie Delgado and Marlon Atun LEGAZPI CITY --- Projects not aligned with the Bicol region’s master plan will not receive support from the newly appointed chair of the Regional Development Council (RDC). “Bakit ka pupunta sa mga unprogrammed eh hindi pa natatapos ang master plan mo,” said RDC Chair and Albay Governor Noel Rosal during an interview with the Philippine Information Agency. (Why pursue unprogrammed items when your master plan is not yet fully implemented?) Rosa

By Benilda Recebido SORSOGON CITY, Sorsogon --- The Technical Education and Skills Development Authority (TESDA) has entered into a partnership with MKV Builders and Construction Supply, designating the latter as an official training ground for aspiring construction professionals in Gubat, Sorsogon. “The partnership marks a significant step in advancing the enterprise-based education and training (EBET) program in the province,” said Gilda Ranido, the TESDA provincial directo

PAMPLONA, Camarines Sur --- Aligned with the Chief PNP’s tagline, “Bagong PNP para sa Bagong Pilipinas: Serbisyong Mabilis, Tapat, at Nararamdaman,” which underscores the commitment to ensuring peace and order, public safety, and security, the Camarines Sur Police Provincial Office (CSPPO). At around 8:45 PM on October 27, 2025, personnel of Pamplona Municipal Police Station (MPS), in coordination with PDEA ROV, conducted a buy-bust operation in Brgy. Veneracion, Pamplona, Ca