Altar Servers Ministry Cantilan, Surigao del Sur

15/08/2026

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!

04/07/2026

⚜️𝕮𝐀𝐔𝐒𝐀𝐄 𝕹𝐎𝐒𝐓𝐑𝐀𝐄 𝕷𝐀𝐄𝐓𝐈𝐓𝐈𝐀𝐄⚜️

It is with great joy that we announce the Rites Reception to Novitiate of our Brothers from Mater Purissima TOC Community.

The Holy Sacrifice of the Mass and the Rite will be presided by Rev. Fr. Dennis Rey C. Ortojan, Parochial Vicar, on July 05, 2026 at the Immaculate Conception Parish, Cantilan, Surigao del Sur

May God grant them the grace of perseverance in the Carmelite vocation. Ave Maria!

11/04/2026

4th CFD CONVENTION & SPORTSFEST
“Handum-Laum sa Pagtoong Naangkon”

The Catholic Faith Defenders (CFD) of the Diocese of Tandag warmly invites CFD delegates to the 4th CFD Convention and Sportsfest on April 20–21, 2026. The first day will be held at Saint Theresa College in Tandag, Surigao del Sur, while the second day will take place at the New Cathedral.

This two-day gathering will feature inspiring talks from Fr. Darwin Gitgano, Bro. Wendel Talibong, and Bro. Paul San Pablo Alima, offering participants a meaningful opportunity to deepen their faith, strengthen fellowship, and renew their mission as defenders of the faith.

The registration fee for CFD delegates is ₱500 per person, inclusive of food and accommodation, with 3 to 5 delegates per parish. Participants are encouraged to bring rock salt, olive oil, distilled water, Bible, notebook, ballpen, hygiene kit, and other personal necessities.

📌 Registration is open until April 15
📞 Marcelo Matugas – 09500805614
📞 Cyrian Zafra – 09126011464

In addition, Fr. Darwin Gitgano and his team will conduct a Talk on Spiritual Warfare and Faith. On April 20 (1:00–5:00 PM), the talk will be held at Sto. Niño Parish, Sto. Niño, San Agustin, Surigao del Sur, followed by the Eucharistic Celebration at 4:00 PM. The gathering continues on April 21 (8:00 AM–6:00 PM) at San Nicolas de Tolentino Cathedral, Tandag City, Surigao del Sur.

Open to all—come, be enlightened, strengthened, and renewed in faith.

Come and be part of this enriching experience of faith, learning, and community!

11/04/2026

Circular No. 2026-04

TO: ALL CLERGY, RELIGIOUS, AND LAY FAITHFUL OF THE DIOCESE OF TANDAG

WHAT: DIOCESAN PRAYER VIGILS FOR WORLD PEACE ON APRIL 11, 2026

Dear Reverend Fathers, Religious, and Beloved Faithful, Grace and peace in our Risen Lord Jesus Christ!

In response to the recent call of our Holy Father, Pope Leo XIV, as conveyed through the Catholic Bishops' Conference of the Philippines (CBCP), I am directing that all parishes, chaplaincies, and ecclesial communities within the Diocese of Tandag organize and conduct prayer vigils for world peace on Saturday, April 11, 2026, at a time most suitable for your local communities.

The Holy Father, in his Easter Urbi et Orbi message, has invited the entire Church to unite in prayer amid the growing realities of conflict and the "globalization of indifference". This moment calls us, as one Church, to implore from the Lord the precious gift of peace and to renew our commitment to dialogue, reconciliation, and nonviolence.

In obedience and communion with the Holy Father and in solidarity with the universal Church, I ask that each parish ensure the meaningful observance of this prayer initiative. The vigil may take the form of:
Eucharistic Adoration The Holy Rosary The Celebration of the Holy Mass for Peace Other appropriate liturgical or devotional gatherings

Please encourage the active participation of the faithful, parish organizations, and families so that this may truly become a diocesan expression of unity in prayer.

Let this collective act of faith be our witness that true peace begins in Christ and must first dwell in our hearts before it can transform the world.

I entrust this initiative to your pastoral zeal and cooperation. Let us respond generously to this urgent call to prayer.

With every good wish and the assurance of my prayers, I remain

Respectfully yours in Christ,

+RAUL B. DAEL, DD
Bishop of Tandag

05/04/2026

April 5

With joyful hearts, we give thanks to God for the life of Bro. Vince Louie Loreto, whose faithful service at the altar reflects a sincere devotion to Christ and His Church.

In his reverence, humility, and dedication, he reminds us that serving at the altar is not simply a responsibility, but a sacred privilege entrusted to those who desire to draw closer to the Lord. His willingness to serve inspires fellow altar servers to carry out their ministry with faith, discipline, and love. May God continue to guide his steps, deepen his faith, and bless him abundantly as he continues to serve with a joyful and generous heart.

“Whoever serves Me must follow Me; and where I am, My servant also will be.” — John 12:26

04/04/2026

THE GLORIA ECHOES IN CANTILAN!

Tonight, the silence of Holy Saturday was shattered by the joyful ringing of bells! There is no moment quite like the Easter Vigil.
After the long, quiet days of Lent, our ministry had the distinct honor of leading the procession of light and serving at the altar during the "Mother of all Vigils."

The Moment of Glory when the lights came on and we rang the bells for the Gloria (Glory to God), it wasn’t just a task—it was a prayer. From the meticulous care of the thurible to the steady lifting of the candles, every movement our ministry made tonight was a "Great Amen" to the Resurrection of Jesus.

To our Altar Servers Ministry:
Serving at the Vigil requires discipline, patience, and a heart for Christ. Whether you were handling the fire at the entrance or assisting at the Table of the Eucharist, you helped the people of Cantilan encounter the Risen Lord tonight.

"To serve at the Altar is to serve Christ himself."

Let our service continue to shine as bright as the Paschal Candle throughout this Easter season!
🙌 He is Risen! Alleluia!

04/04/2026

Happy Easter Everyone!