Our Lady of Sorrows Parish-Diocesan Shrine of the Holy Cross

25/04/2026

IN PHOTOS: Feast of the Diocesan Shrine of the Holy Cross. (April 24,2026)

The Mass was presided over by His Excellency Most. Rev. Luisito Audal Occiano, D.D. Bishop of Virac together with Augustinian Friars, Clergy of Virac, Devotees of the Holy Cross of Batalay and the Parishioners.

24/04/2026

Dios mabalos St. John the Baptist Parish - Bato, Catanduanes. 🙏

KRUZ NA MAKAWIWILI, KRUZ NA SAMONG PINTAKASI. In joyful unity, we join our daughter parish of Batalay in celebrating the 53rd Diocesan Fiesta of the Holy Cross.

May the Cross of Christ be our strength and hope, binding us together as one Church in faith, love, and thanksgiving. United in prayer and rejoicing, we give glory to God for His countless blessings.

Blessed Fiesta! Viva la Santa Cruz!

22/04/2026

The Our Lady of Sorrows Parish-Diocesan Shrine of the Holy Cross family joyfully invites you to our annual fiesta celebration.

The celebration will be presided over by His Excellency, Most Rev. Luisito Audal Occiano, D.D., Bishop of Virac, on April 24, 2026(FRIDAY) at 5:30pm at Batalay Parish.

21/04/2026

17/04/2026

We warmly invite you to join us in a sacred celebration of faith as we gather for the Triduum Mass in honor of the Feast of the Diocesan Shrine of the Holy Cross.

This solemn triduum offers us a grace-filled opportunity to deepen our devotion, renew our faith, and experience the power of Christ’s redeeming sacrifice.

Triduum Mass Schedule:
April 21, 2026 | Tuesday
5:30pm

April 22, 2026 | Wednesday
5:30pm

April 23, 2026 | Thursday
5:30pm

Feast of the Diocesan Shrine of the Holy Cross Celebration:
April 24, 2026 | Friday
Mass Presider: Most. Rev. Luisito Audal Occiano,DD.
Bishop of Virac

May this celebration draw us closer to the Lord and strengthen our commitment to carry our crosses with faith, hope, and love.
We look forward to celebrating with you.

04/04/2026

IN PHOTOS: Easter Vigil in the Holy Night of Easter

Christ, the Light of the World, has risen. The darkness of sin and death gives way to the light of grace and hope.

Christ is risen! Alleluia!

04/04/2026

03/04/2026

IN PHOTOS: Via Crucis sa Viernes Santo

Sa Biyernes Santo, an Simbahan naglalakaw giraray sa mamundong dalan ni Jesus—an Via Crucis, an Dalan kan Krus. Ini bako sanang pagrumdom kan mga nakaaging pangyayari kundi paglaog sa buhay na misteryo nin pagkamoot na nagtitios, nagpapatawad, asin nagtutubos.

Ecce Mater Tua

02/04/2026

02/04/2026

IN PHOTOS: JUEVES SANTO

On this Holy Thursday, we remember the night of love and service — when Jesus gave us the Eucharist, washed the feet of His disciples, and taught us that true greatness is found in humble service.

Ecce Mater Tua

02/04/2026

Grace and peace to you from our Lord Jesus Christ on this blessed occasion of the Renewal of Priestly Ministry! Congratulations to our Parish priest/Rector Rev. Fr. William Peter Arlegui, OSA, Parochial Vicar Rev. Fr. Dioscoro Arroyo,OSA and Rev. Fr. Genaro Supremido,OSA

May the Holy Spirit enflame your zeal for souls, deepen your union with the Father, and sustain you in joyful service to God’s holy people.

Ecce Mater Tua