Immaculate Conception Parish - Cantilan

Immaculate Conception Parish - Cantilan Founded in 1791, the Immaculate Conception Parish, Cantilan, Surigao del Sur, is one of the 27 parishes comprising the Diocese of Tandag.

FESTIVAL STREET PARADE | SIRONG FESTIVAL The streets of Cantilan came alive with vibrant colors, music, dance, and joyfu...
22/08/2026

FESTIVAL STREET PARADE | SIRONG FESTIVAL

The streets of Cantilan came alive with vibrant colors, music, dance, and joyful celebration as the community gathered for the Festival Street Parade in celebration of the Fiesta of the Immaculate Conception and the Sirong Cantilan Festival.

A joyful celebration of faith, culture, and community, honoring the Blessed Virgin Mary while celebrating the rich heritage and festive spirit of Cantilan.




22/08/2026

AUGUST 22 | THE QUEENSHIP OF THE BLESSED VIRGIN MARY

The Biblical precedent in ancient Israel is that the mother of the king becomes the queen mother. Mary’s queenship is a share in Jesus’ kingship.

The Roman Catholic Church, in the liturgy, points to Mary as the woman clothed with the sun in the Book of Revelation (12:1): “A great sign appeared in the sky, a woman clothed with the sun, with the moon under her feet, and on her head a crown of twelve stars.” The Church sees Revelation 12 as a reference to Israel, to Mary, and the Church as a Threefold symbolism through the Book of Isaiah and affirms, Mary as the mother of the Emmanuel, “God-with-us” (cf. Is 7:14). In the fourth century, St. Ephrem called Mary “Lady” and “Queen”.

Later Church Fathers and Doctors continued to use the title. The first Mariological definition and basis for the title of Mary Queen of Heaven developed at the Council of Ephesus where Mary was defined to be the Mother of God.

PRAYER: O God, who made the Mother of your Son to be our Mother and our Queen, graciously grant that, sustained by her intercession, we may attain in the heavenly Kingdom the glory promised to your children. Through our Lord Jesus Christ, your Son, who lives and reigns with you in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, for ever and ever. Amen.




Empowered to Lead, Inspired to Serve!The Parish Youth Apostolate of Cantilan (PYA) successfully hosted a Leadership Trai...
22/08/2026

Empowered to Lead, Inspired to Serve!

The Parish Youth Apostolate of Cantilan (PYA) successfully hosted a Leadership Training for Chapel Youth Leaders at the beautiful New Tilang Beach Resort!

With the guidance of our inspiring speakers, Fr. Dennis Rey Ortojan, Spiritual Director of PYA, and Fr. Antonio Galela, Parish Priest, our youth leaders were equipped with valuable insights and experiences to become more confident, responsible, and servant-hearted leaders.

The training was filled with fun and meaningful activities designed to enhance leadership skills, strengthen teamwork, build camaraderie, and develop a deeper sense of service and commitment. Through every activity, challenge, and shared laughter, our chapel youth leaders learned that great leadership is not only about leading others—it is also about serving, listening, working together, and growing together.

A day of learning, friendship, teamwork, and faith—a beautiful reminder that young people empowered by faith can lead with purpose and serve with love.

Padayon, Chapel Youth Leaders! Lead with faith. Serve with love. Inspire others.



“What is taking our time, energy, and talents?”In his homily during the 235th Patronal Fiesta Celebration, Bishop Raul B...
15/08/2026

“What is taking our time, energy, and talents?”

In his homily during the 235th Patronal Fiesta Celebration, Bishop Raul B. Dael reminds us to reflect on how we use the gifts God has entrusted to us.

Like Mary, may we offer our time, strength, and talents in serving God and others—not only for ourselves, but for His greater glory.




15/08/2026

𝗔𝗩𝗘 𝗠𝗔𝗥𝗜𝗔 — 𝗧𝗵𝗲 𝗢𝗳𝗳𝗶𝗰𝗶𝗮𝗹 𝗦𝗶𝗿𝗼𝗻𝗴 𝗙𝗲𝘀𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗮𝗹 𝗠𝘂𝘀𝗶𝗰

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VIVA LA VIRGEN! | 235TH PATRONAL FIESTAWith grateful hearts, we joyfully celebrated our 235th Patronal Fiesta on August ...
15/08/2026

VIVA LA VIRGEN! | 235TH PATRONAL FIESTA

With grateful hearts, we joyfully celebrated our 235th Patronal Fiesta on August 15, 2026, gathered as one parish family around the Eucharist. The Fiesta Mass was presided over by Most Rev. Raul B. Dael, DD, together with the concelebrating priests.

This celebration was also a grace-filled moment as we welcomed and witnessed the formal installation of Rev. Fr. Antonio M. Galela as our Parish Priest. We entrust his ministry to the Lord and pray that he may faithfully shepherd our parish with humility, compassion, and love.

For 235 years, the Immaculate Conception has accompanied us in our journey of faith. May Mary continue to lead us always to Jesus and inspire us to become a parish that listens, serves, forgives, and loves.

Viva Immaculada Concepción!




PROCESSION OF FAITH AND DEVOTION | IMMACULATE CONCEPTION PARISHWith hearts united in faith and devotion, the faithful of...
15/08/2026

PROCESSION OF FAITH AND DEVOTION | IMMACULATE CONCEPTION PARISH

With hearts united in faith and devotion, the faithful of Immaculate Conception Parish gather in a solemn procession as we celebrate the 235th Patronal Fiesta in honor of the Blessed Virgin Mary under the title of the Immaculate Conception.

As we walk together in prayer, may Mary continue to lead us closer to her Son, Jesus, and inspire us to live with unwavering faith, hope, and love. May this procession be a beautiful expression of our gratitude for God’s countless blessings and our enduring devotion to our beloved patroness.

Viva la Inmaculada Concepción!

VIVA IMMACULADA CONCEPCIÓN!Today, we joyfully celebrate the Feast of the Immaculate Conception as we mark the 235th Patr...
14/08/2026

VIVA IMMACULADA CONCEPCIÓN!

Today, we joyfully celebrate the Feast of the Immaculate Conception as we mark the 235th Patronal Fiesta of our Parish.

For 235 years, Mary, our Immaculate Mother, has journeyed with us in faith, guiding us closer to her Son, Jesus Christ. May her example of humility, obedience, and unwavering faith inspire us to say “yes” to God each day.

Immaculada Concepción, ig-ampo mo kami!




9TH NOVENA MASS | 235th Patronal Fiesta CelebrationThe 9th and final Novena Mass in preparation for the 235th Patronal F...
14/08/2026

9TH NOVENA MASS | 235th Patronal Fiesta Celebration

The 9th and final Novena Mass in preparation for the 235th Patronal Fiesta Celebration of Immaculate Conception Parish was presided over by Rev. Fr. Raymond M. Ambray, Parish Priest of St. Vincent Ferrer Parish–Carmen. As we draw closer to the feast of our beloved Patroness, may these days of prayer deepen our faith, strengthen our devotion, and lead us ever closer to Christ through Mary.



SAJAW SA KADAYANAN | Sirong Cantilan Festival 2026A vibrant celebration of faith, culture, and community comes alive in ...
14/08/2026

SAJAW SA KADAYANAN | Sirong Cantilan Festival 2026

A vibrant celebration of faith, culture, and community comes alive in Sajaw sa Kadayanan, the street dance competition of the Sirong Cantilan Festival 2026, held in honor of the Immaculate Conception, our beloved Patroness.

Through music, movement, and tradition, the people of Cantilan joyfully express their devotion and gratitude as one community united in faith and celebration.



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Ortega Street Poblacion
Cantilan
8317

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Friday 9am - 5pm
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