Pope John XXIII Seminary

25/05/2026

22/05/2026

REGINA CAELI | Uban sa talahurong Arsobispo sa Sugbo, Most Rev. Alberto "Abet" Uy, mag-ampo kita sa Rayna sa Langit (Regina Caeli) ug ipadangat nato ang atong mga katuyoan ngadto sa Amahan, pinaagi sa pangaliya sa Mahal nga Birhen Maria.

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Rayna sa Langit (Cebuano Version)

P: Rayna sa langit, paglipay, Aleluya.
T: Kay siya nga nahimo kang naangayan sa pagdala, Aleluya.
P: Nabanhaw, sumala sa iyang giingon, Aleluya.
T: Iampo mo kami sa Diyos, Aleluya.
P: Pagsadya ug paglipay, Birhen Maria, Aleluya.
T: Kay tinuod nga nabanhaw ang Ginoo, Aleluya.
Mag-ampo kita:
O Diyos, nga tungod sa pagkabanhaw sa imong Anak, nga si Jesu Cristo among Ginoo, naglipay ka sa kalibutan. Itugot, nangamuyo kami, nga tungod sa iyang Inahan, ang Birhen Maria, makaangkon kami sa kalipay sa kinabuhing dayon.
Amen.
P: Himaya sa Amahan, ug sa Anak, ug sa Espiritu Santo
T: Maingon sa sinugdan, karon ug sa gihapon, ug sa mga katuigan nga tanan. Amen.

13/05/2026

Huge congrats to Sir Brian Golosino for passing the LET and to Miss Maritoni Sequiño for passing the Civil Service Exam.

Your PJS Family is proud of you. We thank the Lord for this gift to the seminary community. Indeed, this is “grace upon grace” (John 1:16).

12/05/2026

ADMISSION ANNOUNCEMENT!

We extend our gratitude to all the young men who participated in the Second Batch of Phase 2 Live-in Orientation for School Year 2026-2027.

After careful deliberation and prayerful discernment, we are pleased to announce the list of applicants who successfully passed the second phase of our admission process!

Grade 7
1. ABANGAN, PETER AIDAN N. -Dalaguete, Cebu
2. ALLER, JUOHANN VINCE ARVIN B. - Alegria, Cebu
3. ANGCON, LUKE ERYL C. - Cebu City
4. ARQUIZA, LIAM CARLISLE S. - Banawa, Cebu City
5. NIÑAL, BUHAWI MADRID S. - Pinamungajan, Cebu
6. ORCULLO, YTHAN KLARC T. - Kamputhaw, Cebu City
7. PEREZ, TERRENCE BILLIUS T. - San Fernando, Cebu

Grade 8
1. SANCHEZ, JOHN RAFAELLE B. -Mandaue City, Cebu

Grade 9
1. BASTASA, AIDENE JOSH L. - Mandaue City, Cebu
2. YBANEZ, JOHN KURT W. -Lapu-lapu City, Cebu

Grade 11
1. ARELLANO, LUIS KENDALL - OPRRA, Cebu City
2. CATIPAY, ARJAY -Samboan, Cebu
3. CENIZA, MYRON AMBROSE A. - Guadalupe, Cebu City
4. PULVERA, AMVER NECHO T. - Sogod, Cebu
5. SEBLOS, NIÑO ALOYSIUS J. - Mandaue City, Cebu

Congratulations, Phase 2 Passers!You are now officially qualified to enroll for the upcoming School Year 2026-2027.

Enrollment Details
Please take note of the following schedule and requirements to secure your slot:
Enrollment Period May 18 – 23, 2026

Requirements (Please bring the ORIGINAL copies):
1. Report Card
2. PSA Birth Certificate

"The harvest is plentiful, but the laborers are few." (Matthew 9:37)

Thank you to all the participants who joined our admission process for the school year 2026-2027.

11/05/2026

COME, HOLY SPIRIT. GUIDE OUR LEADERS | “In the Gospel, Jesus speaks about the Holy Spirit. He calls Him the Spirit of Truth.

That title is very meaningful for us today because we are living in a time when truth is often confused, distorted, and attacked. Many people no longer know whom to believe. Social media is full of noise, accusations, fake news, and disinformation. Lies spread quickly, while truth struggles to be heard.

And because of this, many hearts are becoming angry, divided, and confused.

That is why the words of Jesus today are very important: “The Spirit of Truth will guide you.”

The Holy Spirit is not the spirit of hatred. The Holy Spirit is not the spirit of blind fanaticism. The Holy Spirit is not the spirit of manipulation or deception. The Holy Spirit leads people toward truth, humility, wisdom, justice, and peace.

Today, I would like to speak in a special way to our lawmakers, especially those entrusted with making important decisions for our nation during this difficult time.

Dear members of Congress, your responsibility is very heavy. The decisions you make affect not only politics, but also the moral direction of our country. As you reflect on the impeachment issue before you, I humbly ask you: please pray deeply to the Holy Spirit.

Do not decide only according to political pressure. Do not decide only according to public popularity. Do not decide only according to personal ambition or fear.

Instead, ask: “What is true?”
“What is just?” “What is good for the Filipino people?” “What decision can I defend before God and before my conscience?”

Sometimes, the most difficult thing is not discovering the truth. The most difficult thing is remaining faithful to the truth when there is pressure all around us.

Remember: your vote is not only recorded in history. It is also seen by God.

And to all Filipinos, today’s Gospel is also a reminder for us.

We must pray more for our country. We must pray more for wisdom and discernment. We must be careful not to become instruments of lies, hatred, or division.

Not everything we read online is true. Not every loud voice speaks with wisdom. And not every viral message carries honesty.

Before we share information, let us verify. Before we judge, let us reflect. Before we speak harshly, let us pray first.

Because when truth disappears, trust also disappears. And when trust disappears, unity becomes difficult.

My dear brothers and sisters, our nation does not only need intelligent leaders. Our nation needs men and women guided by conscience and by the Holy Spirit.

So today, let us pray not only for our politicians, but for all Filipinos.

May the Holy Spirit enlighten our minds when we are confused. May He soften our hearts when we become angry. May He strengthen our conscience when we are tempted to choose convenience over truth.

And may the Spirit of Truth continue to guide our nation toward what is right, just, and pleasing to God.

Come, Holy Spirit. Guide our leaders.
Guide our people. Guide the Philippines.
Amen.”

— Cebu Archbishop Alberto “Abet” Uy
Maymay sa Magbalantay | 11 May 2026

10/05/2026

The door once again opened to welcome 17 young men aspiring for admission to the community for the Formation Year 2026-2027 during the second Live-In Orientation from May 8-9..

The applicants were welcomed by the community of seminarians, priests, and staff as they set foot inside the seminary. The orientation period was filled with programs that immersed the applicants, allowing them to gain deeper and better understanding of seminary life.

The Live-In Orientation is the second phase of the admission process. During this stage, the aspirants immerse themselves in various seminary activities and responsibilities under the guidance of the facilitators.

We also acknowledge our dedicated facilitators for their service and hard work throughout the two batches of the Live-In Orientation.

Let us continue to pray, through the intercession of St. John XXIII, that these young men may persevere in their calling. 🙏🏻

02/05/2026

02/05/2026

ENROLLMENT ANNOUNCEMENT‼️📣
Academic Year 2026–2027

Dear Parents and Seminarians!

We are pleased to announce the official enrollment period for the upcoming formation year. Please take note of the schedule and requirements below to ensure a smooth registration process.

28/04/2026

STATE OF THE ARCHDIOCESE ADDRESS 2026 | Tune in for the first State of the Archdiocese Address (SOTAA) 2026 to be delivered by Cebu Archbishop Alberto "Abet" S. Uy. In this milestone report, the Archbishop outlines the current journey and future direction of the local Church, focusing on our shared commitment to synodality, ecological stewardship, and the empowerment of the laity. Let us listen as he unfolds our shared vision for a Church that is truly inclusive, missionary, and deeply committed to the service of God’s people.

24/04/2026

REGINA CAELI | Uban sa talahurong Arsobispo sa Sugbo, Most Rev. Alberto "Abet" Uy, mag-ampo kita sa Rayna sa Langit (Regina Caeli) ug ipadangat nato ang atong mga katuyoan ngadto sa Amahan, pinaagi sa pangaliya sa Mahal nga Birhen Maria.

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Rayna sa Langit (Cebuano Version)

P: Rayna sa langit, paglipay, Aleluya.
T: Kay siya nga nahimo kang naangayan sa pagdala, Aleluya.

P: Nabanhaw, sumala sa iyang giingon, Aleluya.
T: Iampo mo kami sa Diyos, Aleluya.

P: Pagsadya ug paglipay, Birhen Maria, Aleluya.
T: Kay tinuod nga nabanhaw ang Ginoo, Aleluya.

Mag-ampo kita:

O Diyos, nga tungod sa pagkabanhaw sa imong Anak, nga si Jesu Cristo among Ginoo, naglipay ka sa kalibutan. Itugot, nangamuyo kami, nga tungod sa iyang Inahan, ang Birhen Maria, makaangkon kami sa kalipay sa kinabuhing dayon.
Amen.

P: Himaya sa Amahan, ug sa Anak, ug sa Espiritu Santo
T: Maingon sa sinugdan, karon ug sa gihapon, ug sa mga katuigam nga tanan. Amen.