Sakristan Ni Tatay Jose - Madridejos, Alegria, Cebu 6030

10/05/2026

With deep sorrow and heartfelt prayers, we gather to honor the life of our beloved fellow altar server, Michael Jamero.

Your dedication, faith, and service to the Church will forever remain in our hearts. Though your journey on earth has ended, your memories and the kindness you shared with everyone around you will continue to inspire us.

As we bid our final farewell, we entrust your soul to God’s eternal embrace. May the angels lead you into paradise, and may perpetual light shine upon you forever.

“Well done, good and faithful servant.”

Rest peacefully, Brother Michael. You will always be remembered by your Sakristan family. 🕊️

03/05/2026

IKA-LIMANG DOMINGO SA PASKO SA PAGKABANHAW
May 3, 2026 | 4:00 PM

03/05/2026

Gone from our sight, but never from our hearts.
In loving memory of a devoted servant, a humble soul, and a faithful acolyte. Your dedication, kindness, and service to the Church will forever inspire us.

You may have left this world, but your light continues to guide us. Rest peacefully in God’s embrace, Bro. Michael. 🙏✨

01/05/2026

“Celebrating the Feast of St. Joseph the Worker — a model of faith, humility, and dedication. May his example inspire us to serve with love and work with purpose.”

01/05/2026

30/04/2026

HOMILY | Friday of the 4th Week of Easter
Gospel: John 14:1–6

In the Gospel, Jesus speaks words that are simple, but very powerful: “Do not let your hearts be troubled. Have faith in God; have faith also in me.”

Honestly, this is exactly what many of us need today. Life can be heavy—financial problems, family concerns, health issues, and so many uncertainties about the future. And often, we carry these quietly.

So Jesus is not just speaking to His disciples before. He is speaking to us—right here, right now.

Let me share three simple inspirations for our life today.

First—In a world full of anxiety, Jesus invites us to trust.

“Do not let your hearts be troubled…”

Nice to hear—but not always easy to live. Because our world trains us to worry. We overthink. We try to control everything.

But Jesus is telling us: trust me.

Sometimes we live as if everything depends on us—our plans, our effort, our control. But faith reminds us of something freeing:

We are not God—and that is actually good news.

We don’t have to carry everything. God sees the bigger picture. He is already working, even when we don’t understand what’s happening.

As St. Padre Pio said: “Pray, hope, and don’t worry.” So when you feel overwhelmed, just pause and say:
“Lord, I trust You.”

Second—In a world that feels temporary, Jesus promises a lasting home.

“In my Father’s house there are many dwelling places…”

One reason we worry so much is because we are afraid to lose—people we love, stability, even life itself.

But Jesus reminds us: this world is not our final home.

We work hard, we build dreams, we make plans—but in the end, everything here passes.

And yet Jesus says: “I go to prepare a place for you.”

Not just any place—but a place for you. Personal. Prepared. Waiting.

That means no matter what we lose here, something better is waiting for us there.

So even in moments of grief, we can quietly hold on to this truth: This is not the end.

Third—In a world of confusion, Jesus shows us the way.

“I am the way, the truth, and the life.”

Today, there are so many voices telling us what to do, what to believe, how to live. It can get confusing.

But Jesus doesn’t just give instructions—He gives Himself.

“I am the way.” — Walk with me.
“I am the truth.” — Listen to me.
“I am the life.” — Stay with me.

Christian life is not just about rules. It is about a relationship.

As Pope Benedict XVI said: “Being Christian… is an encounter with a Person.”

If we stay close to Jesus, we may not have all the answers—but we will not be lost.

⸻

My dear brothers and sisters,

Jesus offers us three simple gifts:

* Trust when life feels heavy
* Hope when things seem temporary or uncertain
* Direction when we feel confused

So whatever you are carrying right now—bring it to the Lord.

And listen again to His gentle voice: “Do not let your hearts be troubled.”

Because when we are with Jesus, we are never alone, we are never lost, and we are always on the way home.

30/04/2026

30/04/2026

CHOOSE HUMILITY OVER PRIDE | “In the Gospel, Jesus speaks to us in a very simple but powerful way: “No servant is greater than his master, nor any messenger greater than the one who sent him.”

Let us remember—Jesus says these words after He washed the feet of His disciples. The Lord, the Master, knelt down and served.

And then, like a loving father teaching His children, He tells us: “If you understand this, blessed are you if you do it.”

Allow me to share three simple reminders for our life today.

First: Choose humility over pride

We live in a time when many people are chasing recognition—position, influence, success. There is nothing wrong with striving in life. But sometimes, without realizing it, we begin to think that greatness is about being above others.

Jesus teaches us otherwise.

True greatness is not found in being served, but in quiet, faithful service.

And I see this already in many of you: parents who sacrifice silently for their families; workers who carry out their duties with honesty; and people who help others without seeking recognition.

Do not think these are small things. In the eyes of God, that is greatness. So, do not be afraid to be humble. The one who kneels to serve is never small in the eyes of God.

Second: Live what you believe

Jesus says: “Blessed are you if you do it.” Not only if you know it. Not only if you say it. But if you live it.

As your shepherd, I say this with love: Sometimes there is a gap between our faith and our life. We come to Mass. We pray. We call ourselves Christians. But outside, we may forget kindness, honesty, or fairness.

This is something we must face honestly. Faith must not remain inside the church. It must be seen in our homes, in our workplaces, in our daily choices.

So I gently ask you: If we receive the Eucharist, do we become more loving? If we pray, do we become more patient? If we follow Christ, do we live like Him?

My dear people, let our faith be real. Let it be seen not only in words, but in the way we live.

Finally, remember that you are sent.

Jesus tells us: “Whoever receives the one I send receives me.”

This means we are sent by Christ into the world. You may not preach from a pulpit. But your life speaks every day. Wherever you go—home, work, school, community—you carry Christ with you.

So let me ask you:

When people encounter you, do they encounter Christ? In your words—do they hear kindness? In your actions—do they see honesty and justice? And in your presence—do they feel peace?

The world today is tired of empty words. What it needs are credible witnesses, people whose lives reflect Jesus.

My dear friends, let us take this Gospel to heart: if our Lord knelt down to wash feet, we too must be willing to bend down in love for others.

And if we do this, the Lord gives us a promise: “Blessed are you if you do it.”

— Cebu Archbishop Alberto “Abet” Uy
Maymay sa Magbalantay | 30 April 2026

06/04/2024

Happy birthday to our amazing sakristan mayor! Brad Faustito Ababan. Your dedication to St. Joseph the Worker Parish goes above and beyond. Thank you for all you do to keep our church running smoothly. We hope you have a blessed birthday filled with joy and happiness.

06/01/2024

Happy Birthday, Rev. Fr. Reynaldo Cui! Thank you for guiding us with your unwavering faith and wisdom. May your day be filled with blessings and joy.