FCCY Binondo

30/04/2026

It’s Fr. Robert’s birthday! 🥳 Want to know what makes him so special? Hear it straight from the FCCY community through these stories and testimonies:

“Fr. Robert is very passionate in his way of preaching and in his ministry as a priest. You’ll find him always smiling and accommodating.”

“Fr. Robert is a steady and discerning presence who offers wisdom with quiet depth, guiding others while giving them the space to grow into their own calling.”

“Fr. Robert is a kind and lighthearted individual who brings warmth and positivity to those around him. He is dependable and consistently offers his support on the side, making him someone people can lean on when it matters most.”

You’ve been such a blessing to all of us—we’re truly grateful for your life and ministry. With love from your FCCY family, happy birthday, Fr. Robert! 🎉🎂

22/04/2026

In the Catholic faith, the Anointing of the Sick is a sacrament given to those who are seriously ill, elderly, or facing major surgery.

It involves a priest anointing the person with blessed oil while praying for them. This sacrament provides:

* Spiritual healing and strength
* Forgiveness of sins (if the person cannot confess)
* Comfort, peace, and courage in suffering
* Sometimes even physical healing, if it is God’s will

It is not only for the dying—it is meant to support anyone seriously sick in body or mind.

14/04/2026

14/04/2026

03/04/2026

𝐀𝐏𝐑𝐈𝐋 𝟑 | 𝐆𝐨𝐨𝐝 𝐅𝐫𝐢𝐝𝐚𝐲

Good Friday is a day of mourning, as we remember the passion and death of Jesus Christ—who, within a single day, was betrayed, denied, condemned, mocked, and crucified. He endured it all willingly, out of His boundless love for us.

Like Peter, we too deny and turn away from Him, especially in moments of fear and hardship. Yet even then, Christ remains faithful, never letting us go.

As we reflect on His sacrifice, may we repent from our sins and trust in His mercy—the same love that, through the Cross, brought us salvation.

𝘉𝘦𝘩𝘰𝘭𝘥 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘸𝘰𝘰𝘥 𝘰𝘧 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘊𝘳𝘰𝘴𝘴, 𝘰𝘯 𝘸𝘩𝘪𝘤𝘩 𝘩𝘶𝘯𝘨 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘴𝘢𝘭𝘷𝘢𝘵𝘪𝘰𝘯 𝘰𝘧 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘸𝘰𝘳𝘭𝘥.

02/04/2026

What is the Altar of Repose?

After the Mass of Holy Thursday, something striking happens: the Blessed Sacrament is carried in procession to a special place called the altar of repose.

This is not just a ritual detail—it is deeply symbolic.
The altar of repose represents the Garden of Gethsemane, where Jesus Christ went to pray in agony before His arrest. Just as the disciples were asked to “watch and pray,” Catholics are invited to spend time in silent adoration before the Eucharist.

For Catholics, this is a powerful moment of intimacy. The same Jesus who suffered in the garden is truly present in the Eucharist, waiting for us.

The main altar is stripped and left bare, reminding us that Christ is about to be handed over. The Church enters into a spirit of solemn waiting.

To non-Catholics: this is not symbolic presence. Catholics believe Jesus is truly present in the Eucharist—Body, Blood, Soul, and Divinity.

Tonight, don’t rush away.

Stay with Him. Watch with Him. Pray with Him.

27/03/2026

✝️

25/03/2026

𝗠𝗔𝗥𝗖𝗛 𝟮𝟱 | 𝗦𝗼𝗹𝗲𝗺𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆 𝗼𝗳 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗔𝗻𝗻𝘂𝗻𝗰𝗶𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻

Today, we celebrate the Solemnity of the Annunciation—a reminder of God’s saving plan unfolding through Mary’s faithful “yes.” 🙏

When the Angel Gabriel appeared to her, Mary was troubled—uncertain, questioning, and human, just like us. Yet in the midst of confusion, she chose to trust. In the Annunciation, Mary teaches us two things:
💙 𝗙𝗮𝗶𝘁𝗵 — She believed that nothing is impossible with God, entrusting herself fully to His will.
⏳ 𝗧𝗶𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗴 — She accepted not only God’s plan, but also His perfect time.

As we honor Mary today, may we also learn to turn our “Why me?” into “yes”—with faith, trust, and courage. 🌸

23/03/2026

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The Rosary has the power to slay dragons, convert sinners, and conquer hearts.

– FR. DONALD H. CALLOWAY, MIC