SCA and CCD

04/08/2026

Happy Priest's Day, Rev. Fr. Carlo Magno Ilagan!

Today, we celebrate and thank you for the gift of your vocation and your faithful service to the Sta. Teresa College community. Your kindness, wisdom, and genuine care for others continue to inspire us to grow in faith, hope, and love.

We pray that God continues to bless you with good health, joy, and strength as you carry out His mission. May He fill your heart with peace and continue to guide you as you lead others closer to Him.

SOLO DIOS BASTA
Always for Jesus 💚

04/08/2026

03/04/2026

GOOD FRIDAY IS A DAY OF FASTING & ABSTINENCE

Good Friday, the day commemorating the crucifixion and death of Jesus Christ, is observed not only as a solemn day of remembrance but also as a day of abstinence and fasting in the Catholic tradition and many Christian communities. These practices are deeply rooted in the Church’s understanding of penance and spiritual discipline, serving as a way for the faithful to unite their own sacrifices with the suffering of Christ on the Cross.

Abstinence refers to refraining from eating meat, a practice traditionally observed by adults over the age of 14. The act of abstaining from certain foods is symbolic, reminding believers of the self-denial that Christ experienced during His Passion. It also encourages a spirit of simplicity and reflection, helping individuals focus less on bodily desires and more on spiritual matters, such as prayer, meditation, and acts of charity.

Fasting, on the other hand, involves reducing the quantity of food consumed. In the Catholic Church, it is usually practiced by adults between the ages of 18 and 59. Traditionally, fasting on Good Friday consists of one full meal and two smaller meals that together do not equal a full meal, with no eating between meals. This form of fasting helps cultivate self-discipline, fosters solidarity with the poor and suffering, and reminds the faithful of the profound sacrifice that Jesus made for humanity.

The combined practice of fasting and abstinence on Good Friday is more than a physical discipline; it is a spiritual exercise that fosters repentance, reflection, and gratitude. By consciously giving up certain foods and reducing our meals, believers symbolically share in the suffering of Christ, while also acknowledging human weakness and dependence on God. These acts of penance also prepare the faithful to enter more fully into the joy of the Resurrection at Easter, providing a tangible contrast between the sorrow of Good Friday and the celebration of new life on Easter Sunday.

In addition, abstinence and fasting on Good Friday serve as a communal practice. As millions of Christians around the world participate in these disciplines, there is a shared expression of faith, solidarity, and devotion. Observing these traditions offers a structured way to enter into the sacred mystery of Christ’s Passion, deepen one’s prayer life, and cultivate a more disciplined and compassionate heart. In this way, Good Friday becomes not only a day of mourning but also an opportunity for spiritual growth and renewal.

03/04/2026

This Good Friday, we solemnly remember Jesus Christ's sacrifice on the cross, the ultimate testament to God's boundless love for humanity.

As we reflect on this profound act, we pray that all Teresians may embody God's love in their lives, becoming channels of compassion and grace.

SOLO DIOS BASTA
Always for Jesus🤍

31/03/2026

MARCH 31, 2026—505TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE FIRST HOLY MASS IN THE PHILIPPINES

Today marks a historic and grace-filled moment—the 505th Anniversary of the First Holy Mass in the Philippines.

On March 31, 1521, the first recorded celebration of the Holy Eucharist in the country took place on Limasawa Island. It was presided over by the Spanish priest Pedro de Valderrama, who was part of the expedition led by Ferdinand Magellan.

This historic event marked the beginning of Christianity in the Philippines—a faith that would grow and take root in the hearts of millions of Filipinos through the centuries. What started as a single Mass on a small island became the foundation of a nation’s deep devotion to the Eucharist and to Christ.

More than just a historical milestone, this anniversary is a reminder of our identity as a people of faith. It calls us to remember the sacrifices, the missionaries, and the generations who nurtured and preserved this gift of belief. It also challenges us today: how do we continue this legacy?

As we celebrate this 505th anniversary, especially during Holy Week, may we renew our love for the Holy Eucharist—the source and summit of our Christian life. May we not only remember this moment in history but live it out daily through our faith, our service, and our witness to others.

🙏 Let us give thanks for the gift of faith that continues to guide our nation.