02/10/2026
Decree No. 2026-006
DECREE
DECLARING THE CELEBRATION OF THE 185TH FOUNDATION ANNIVERSARY
JUBILEE OF ST. MICHAEL THE ARCHANGEL PARISH, CAMILING, TARLAC
'Remember the days of old; consider the years ofmany generations; ask your father, and he will
show you, your elders, and lhey will tell you. " (Deuteronomy 32:7)
Our heart overflows with gratitude to Almighty God as we look back upon the rich spiritual
journey of our local Church. The story of our faith is a living testimony to the loving providence
of God, who guides His pilgrim people through every generation.
WHEREAS, historical research and data presented affirm that in the year of our Lord 1841, the
Dominican Friars, zealous laborers in the Lord's vineyard, established the Parish of St. Michael
the Archangel in Camiling, planting seeds of the Gospel that have grown into a vibrant tree of
faith;
WHEREAS, the year 2026 brings us to the 185th Foundation Anniversary ofthis sanctuary of
grace, recalling the words of the Psalmist, "Ihe Lord has done great rhingsfor us, and we are
filled with joy" (Psalm 126:3);
WHEREAS, a milestone of such spiritual magnitude invites us not merely to look back with
gratitude, but to move forward with renewed hope, drawing inspiration from our patron, St.
Michael the Archangel, who calls us to remain steadfast in the spiritual battle and faithful to the
Gospel ofChrist;
NOW, THEREFORE, having prayerfully considered the spiritual welfare ofthe flock entrusted
to our care, and in union with the clergy and faithful of Camiling, We hereby DECREE and
PROCLAIM:
I. Historical Affirmation: The year 1841 is solemnly recognized as the historical
year of foundation ofthe Parish of St. Michael the Archangel in Camiling, Tarlac.
Declaration of the Jubilee Year: A Jubilee Celebration Of the 185th
Foundation Anniversary is hereby proclaimed for the entire parish community,
as a time of special grace, reconciliation, and spiritual renewal (cf. Leviticus
25:10).
III. Sacred Period: The Jubilee Year shall formally open on September 29, 2026
the Solemnity of the Archangels, and shall solemnly close on May 8, 2027,
the Feast Of the Finding Of the Holy Cross and the beloved town fiesta Of
Camiling.
IV. Pastoral Exhortation: I exhort all the faithful during this holy season to
deepen their prayer life, encounter Christ in the Sacraments, especially
Reconciliation and the Holy Eucharist, and extend hands of mercy to the poor
and marginalized, for Iaith wilhout works is dead" (James 2:26).
May our Blessed Mother Mary, Our Lady of Peace, and St. Michael the Archangel protect your
families, strengthen your faith, and guide this parish into a future filled with hope
Given at the Chancery Office, this 28th day of August, in the Year of Our Lord 2026.
Sgd.
Most Rev. ROBERTO C. MALLARI, D.D
Bishop of Tarlac
By order Of His Excellency:
Sgd.
REV. FR. RAYMUND S. CRUZ OFS
Chancellor
CURIA OFFICE
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