The University of Northeastern Philippines (UNEP) welcomed the sacred images of Inâ, Our Lady of Peñafrancia, and El Divino Rostro last Aug. 26. Inâ continues to visit schools, establishments and barangays ahead of the Peñafrancia festivities in September. (Photos by Alyana Joyce Dacara/Racenen May Resoco/Frontline/Facebook)

Twenty-second Sunday in Ordinary Time First Reading: Jeremiah 20:7-9 Responsorial Psalm Psalm 63:2, 3-4, 5-6, 8-9 R. (2b) My soul is thirsting for you, O Lord my God. Second Reading: Romans 12:1-2 Gospel Reading: Matthew 16:21-27 Jesus began to show his disciples that he must go to Jerusalem and suffer greatly from the elders, the chief priests, and the scribes, and be killed and on the third day be raised. Then Peter took Jesus aside and began to rebuke him, "God forbid, Lor

Dear Father Bill, Táno po ta kaipuhan mayo nin tsinelas o sapatos kun mabali sa pag-voya? Tanô po ta dapat mga lalaki sana an magpasan ki Ina asin an magsakay sa pagoda? An minagalang, Arsenio Dear Arsenio, An mga prusisyon sarong porma nin relihiosong paglalakbay na enot nang ginibo kan mga Judio para iri-presentar an mga importanteng pangyayari. An mga Catolico kadakul na man ginibong mga prusisyon sa mga espesyal na okasyon tanganing ipagiromdom na an buhay Cristiano pada

By Marecil Sta. Maria Francia, RSW, JD JOSE PANGANIBAN — As World Vision Philippines formally concluded its Area Development Program (ADP) in Jose Panganiban on August 20, the gathering served not as an ending but as a celebration of a legacy that continues through empowered young leaders, strengthened communities, and enduring partnerships. Held at the MCEL Building, under the theme “Celebrating the Journey, Honoring the Impact, and Sustaining the Legacy of Child Well-Being

Fr. Jayson Gaite, Director of the Archdiocesan Commission on Prison Welfare, celebrates one of the Triduum Masses in honor of St. Maximilian Kolbe, patron saint of the said Commission, before his feast day on Aug. 14. (Photo by Natalie Quimlat)

The Parish of Our Lady of the Miraculous Medal recently observed a procession of the sacred images of El Divino Rostro and Inâ, Our Lady of Peñafrancia, ahead of the annual Peñafrancia festivities in September. (Photos from Inang La Medalla Milagrosa/Facebook)

By Natalie Hazel Quimlat The five jail facilities within the jurisdiction of the Archdiocese of Caceres celebrated the feast of St. Maximilian Kolbe on Aug. 14. A Triduum Mass was observed in all the facilities ahead of the saint's feast day. Outreach activities were also done during the said occasion. In one of his homilies, Maximilian Ministry Director Fr. Jayson Gaite, spoke of the deep devotion of Kolbe to the Blessed Virgin Mary, urging PDLs (persons deprived of liberty)

Twenty-first Sunday in Ordinary Time First Reading: Isaiah 22:19-23 Responsorial Psalm Psalm 138:1-2, 2-3, 6, 8 R. (8bc) Lord, your love is eternal; do not forsake the work of your hands. Second Reading: Romans 11:33-36 Gospel Reading: Matthew 16:13-20 Jesus went into the region of Caesarea Philippi and he asked his disciples, "Who do people say that the Son of Man is?" They replied, "Some say John the Baptist, others Elijah, still others Jeremiah or one of the prophets." He

By CBCP News Catholic educators on Tuesday called for compassion and restraint after a deadly shooting at Ateneo de Zamboanga University, urging the public to avoid speculation and respect the grieving school community. The Catholic Educational Association of the Philippines said the tragedy demands sensitivity and cautioned against spreading unverified information about the incident. “Behind every report, photograph, or social media post are students, families, teachers, and

Midbid an mga Bikolano sa apod na "Pueblo Amante de Maria"—an mga tawong hararom an pagkamoot asin pagtaong onra ki Birhen Maria. Kada Setyembre, rinibong mga deboto an nagtitiripon sa Syudad nin Naga tanganing bisitahon siya, makisumaro sa mga prusisyon, asin magdolot kan saindang mga pamibi. Nagtutubod kami na paagi sa saiyang mamomoton pangataman, idinadara nia an samong mga kahagadan sa saiyang Aki, si Jesu-Cristo. Alagad ini minadara sato sa sarong importanteng hapot: Ku

The Parish of the Black Nazarene in Calabanga recently held a Tinagba with the procession of the image of Inâ, Our Lady of Peñafrancia, August 16, Sunday. (Photos from Parish of the Black Nazarene - Calabanga/Facebook)

By CBCP News Catholics should use their wealth to help the poor, whose gratitude may one day welcome them into heaven, papal nuncio Archbishop Charles Brown said Monday. Preaching at the opening Mass of the 70th national assembly of the Pontifical Mission Societies-Philippines at Palo Metropolitan Cathedral, he said material possessions become an obstacle when they keep people from following Christ and serving others. The Aug. 17 to 20 assembly gathered dozens of diocesan mis

The Local Government Unit of Naga City and the Archdiocese of Caceres recently met at the Tercentenary Office of the Archbishop's Residence in Naga City for the Joint Operations Center meeting. This gathering comes a month ahead of the Peñafrancia festivities. Key players discussed measurements and strategies to continue making Naga City safe for everyone who will be participating in the annual celebration. (Photos from Archdiocese of Caceres/Facebook)

Twentieth Sunday in Ordinary Time First Reading: Isaiah 56:1, 6-7 Responsorial Psalm Psalm 67:2-3, 5, 6, 8 R. (4) O God, let all the nations praise you! Second Reading: Romans 11:13-15, 29-32 Gospel Reading: Matthew 15:21-28 At that time, Jesus withdrew to the region of Tyre and Sidon. And behold, a Canaanite woman of that district came and called out, "Have pity on me, Lord, Son of David! My daughter is tormented by a demon." But Jesus did not say a word in answer to her. Je

Dear Father Bill, Arin po an dapat gamiton kun magreet sa sarong padi sa saiyang aniversario sa pagkapadi? Happy Sacerdotal Anniversary, Happy Presbyteral Anniversary, o Happy Ordination Anniversary? An minagalang, Vicente Dear Vicente, Gabos man ini tama na pag-"greet" sa sarong padi na nagse-celebrar kan saiyang aniversario sa pagkapadi. Alagad kadaklan na beses an ginagamit iyo an "Happy Sacerdotal Anniversary." Ini an mga paliwanag: 1. Happy Sacerdotal Anniversary - Ini