Saint Isidore the Farmer Parish Aurora, Isabela

24/05/2026

23/05/2026

Happy Birthday, One, Holy, Catholic and Apostolic Church!

Today we rejoice not simply in a tradition, but in a living mystery—the birth of the Church at Pentecost, when the Holy Spirit descended upon the apostles like a rushing wind and tongues of fire. From that moment, fear was transformed into courage, confusion into mission, and silence into proclamation. The Church was no longer locked behind closed doors; it was sent forth into the world.

To call this the “birthday of the Church” is to recognize that the Church is not merely an institution, but a Spirit-filled body of believers united in Christ. The “One” Church speaks of unity amidst diversity—many nations, languages, and cultures, yet one faith and one baptism. The “Holy” Church is not holy because of human perfection, but because it is continually sanctified by God’s grace. The “Catholic” Church is universal, embracing all peoples and all corners of the world. The “Apostolic” Church stands firm on the foundation of the apostles, faithfully passing on the teaching and mission of Christ.

Pentecost reminds us that the Church is always being renewed. The same Spirit who empowered the first disciples continues to breathe life into every generation—calling the fearful to courage, the weary to hope, and the divided to communion. It is a reminder that faith is not meant to remain inside churches alone, but to be lived in families, communities, and the world.

So as we say, “Happy Birthday, One, Holy, Catholic and Apostolic Church,” we are also praying: Come, Holy Spirit, renew Your Church once more. Ignite our hearts with love, strengthen our faith, and send us forth as witnesses of Christ’s living presence in the world today.

23/05/2026

LITURGICAL NOTE
On the Pentecost Sequence and Posture
At all Masses for Pentecost Sunday, before the singing of the Gospel Acclamation, the Sequence “Veni Sancte Spiritus” must be recited or sung at all Masses.
While there are no rubrics prescribed as to whether the people should sit or stand during the Sequence,
“[T]he fact that the sequence is now intentionally placed before the Alleluia would indicate that the sequence is also sung seated.”
-Fr. Edward McNamara, LC
Professor of Liturgy, Regina Aposolotum University

23/05/2026

22/05/2026

21/05/2026

The three-day Sportsfest of the Vicariate of Lourdes, held from May 21–23, 2026, formally opened with a Holy Mass concelebrated by the parish priests from the different parishes in the vicariate at San Lorenzo Ruiz Parish Burgos, this year’s host parish.

21/05/2026

The youth of Saint Isidore the Farmer Parish have officially arrived at Burgos National High School for the Vicariate of Lourdes Sports Festival 2026 this May 21–23, hosted by San Lorenzo Ruiz Parish.

19/05/2026

🏆✨ VICARIATE SPORTSFEST 2026 ✨🏆

One faith. One family. One goal.

Get ready as the youth of the Vicariate of Our Lady of Lourdes gather once again for a celebration of faith, friendship, unity, and sportsmanship this coming May 21–23, 2026 at San Lorenzo Ruiz Parish, Burgos, Isabela!

With the theme:
“Brothers dwell in unity through Sports, refining one another through competition.”

We are called to compete not to bring others down, but to inspire one another to become stronger athletes, better leaders, and faithful servants of God. 💙

Let the games begin, the friendships grow, and the spirit of unity shine in every court, every field, and every heart.

See you, mga kalakbay! 🔥🙌

17/05/2026

The Catholic Church’s social action network is mobilizing communities nationwide to press for accountability as the Senate convenes Monday as an impeachment court for the trial of Vice President Sara Duterte.

Click the link in the comments for the full story.

17/05/2026

MAY 17 | A BLESSED ASCENSION SUNDAY

Lilipad, hindi para tumakas,
Bagkus, bilang tanda ng natapos na misyon,
At ng pangakong Espiritung sasamahan tayo hanggang dulo.

16/05/2026

MAKE YOUR VOTE COUNT! REGISTER NOW! REGISTRATION ENDS ON MAY 18, 2026 AT 5 PM.
Bring a valid government ID with you! Valid student ID will do too!
A friendly reminder from PPCRV.

https://ppcrv.org/make-your-vote-count-register-now-registration-ends-on-may-18-2026-at-5-pm/