The Cebu Metropolitan Cathedral

27/06/2026

SATURDAY | 13th Sunday in Ordinary Time
5:30 PM Mass (Anticipated)

27/06/2026

PASTORAL APPEAL FROM THE ARCHBISHOP OF CEBU | In support of the White Ribbon Movement March, organized by various religious groups and endorsed by the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of the Philippines (CBCP), I invite all the faithful of the Archdiocese of Cebu to participate in this faith-based and non-partisan expression of our commitment to truth, accountability, justice, and righteousness in public life.

On Sunday, June 28, 2026, I encourage everyone to wear white clothing when attending Mass. If this is not possible, you may wear or pin a white ribbon. I likewise invite families, schools, offices, businesses, and institutions to display white ribbons in their homes, cars, workplaces, buildings, churches, and parish offices, as a visible sign of our shared desire for integrity, transparency, and good governance.

The white ribbon symbolizes our hope for a nation free from corruption and dishonesty. It expresses our call for accountability from those entrusted with public office, the responsible stewardship of public resources, and the pursuit of truth and justice for the common good. At the same time, it reminds us that genuine reform begins not only in our institutions but also in our own hearts.

The Word of God reminds us: “Learn to do good; seek justice” (Isaiah 1:17). The Psalmist likewise prays: “Create in me a clean heart, O God” (Psalm 51:10).

Therefore, on June 28, let us not only wear white and display white ribbons. Let us also pray fervently that God may purify our hearts and renew our nation in truth, justice, and love.

Our commitment, however, must not end on that day. Beyond June 28, let us continue to exercise critical discernment, seek the truth, reject misinformation, resist every form of corruption, and hold ourselves and our leaders accountable. As faithful Christians and responsible citizens, we are called to be witnesses to honesty, justice, and integrity in our daily lives.

May the Lord bless our nation with leaders of wisdom and conscience, and may He grant us the courage to work together for a more just and righteous society.

“Blessed are those who hunger and thirst for righteousness, for they shall be satisfied” (Matthew 5:6).

✠ Most Rev. Alberto S. Uy
Archbishop of Cebu

26/06/2026

LIVE | Feast of St. Josemaria Escriva - Founder of the Opus Dei
Mass Presider: Most Rev. Isabelo Abarquez, D.D. - Bishop of Calbayog

25/06/2026

UPDATES | Here are the details of the Wake and Funeral of +MOST REV. EMILIO “BOY” BATACLAN, DD (Auxiliary Bishop-Emeritus of Cebu).

📌 WAKE
(June 25 - July 1, 2026)

📍His mortal remains now lie in state at the K of C Hall of St. Joseph the Patriarch Parish - Mabolo, Cebu City
📍A Requiem Mass is offered daily at 8:00 PM
📍For those priests / groups who would like to offer a Mass, please contact 09691203134 (Smart) or 09566015429 (Globe).

📌 FUNERAL MASS
📍July 2, 2026 (Thursday)
📍10:00 AM
📍 Cebu Metropolitan Cathedral

Parish priests, Team Moderators, and Chaplains are requested to offer in their respective churches a Mass in suffrage for the eternal repose of our deceased Auxiliary Bishop Emeritus.

Let us continue to thank God for +Bishop Boy’s life, ministry, and enduring legacy. May the Lord, whom he faithfully served, welcome him into His eternal embrace and grant him everlasting peace.

25/06/2026

🙏 Solemn Eucharistic Celebration in Honor of St. Josemaría Escrivá 🙏

With gratitude and joy, we invite everyone—together with your family and friends—to join the Solemn Eucharistic Celebration in honor of St. Josemaría Escrivá, founder of Opus Dei.

📅 Friday, June 26, 2026
🕕 6:00 PM
📍 Cebu Metropolitan Cathedral, Cebu City
⛪ Confessions will be available starting at 5:00 PM.
✝️ Presided by Most Rev. Isabelo C. Abarquez, DD, Bishop of Calbayog.

As we celebrate the feast of St. Josemaría, let us thank God for his message of holiness in ordinary life and renew our desire to seek God in our daily work, family life, and service to others.

Everyone is welcome. We look forward to celebrating this joyous occasion with you.

🙏 Solemn Eucharistic Celebration in Honor of St. Josemaría Escrivá 🙏

With gratitude and joy, we invite everyone—together with your family and friends—to join the Solemn Eucharistic Celebration in honor of St. Josemaría Escrivá, founder of Opus Dei.

📅 Friday, June 26, 2026
🕕 6:00 PM
📍 Cebu Metropolitan Cathedral, Cebu City
⛪ Confessions will be available starting at 5:00 PM.
✝️ Presided by Most Rev. Isabelo C. Abarquez, DD, Bishop of Calbayog.

As we celebrate the feast of St. Josemaría, let us thank God for his message of holiness in ordinary life and renew our desire to seek God in our daily work, family life, and service to others.

Everyone is welcome. We look forward to celebrating this joyous occasion with you.

25/06/2026

THURSDAY | Thursday of the Twelfth Week in Ordinary Time
6:00 PM Mass

24/06/2026

WEDNESDAY | Wednesday of the Twelfth Week in Ordinary Time / Solemnity of the Nativity of Saint John the Baptist

6:00 PM Mass

24/06/2026

REST IN PEACE, BISHOP BOY | With deep sadness, the Archdiocese of Cebu announces the passing of Most Reverend Emilio “Boy” Layon Bataclan, D.D., Bishop-emeritus of Cebu. He peacefully returned to the house of the Father today, June 24, 2026, at the age of 85.

Bishop Boy spent decades pouring out his life for the Archdiocese of Cebu. Ordained a priest in 1966 and elevated to the Episcopate in 1990, he went on to shepherd the faithful with an approachable heart, and love for his flock. He served with distinction as the Bishop of Iligan (1995–2004) before returning home to serve again, as an Auxiliary Bishop of Cebu from 2004 until his retirement in 2015.

Eternal rest grant unto Bishop Boy, O Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon him. May his soul, and the souls of all the faithful departed, through the mercy of God, rest in peace. Amen.

Further details on the wake and funeral arrangements will be announced as soon as they are available.

23/06/2026

TUESDAY | Tuesday of the Twelfth Week in Ordinary Time / Solemnity of the Nativity of Saint John the Baptist
Vigil
6:00 PM Mass

22/06/2026

MONDAY | Monday of the Twelfth Week in Ordinary Time
6:00 PM Mass