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04/03/2026

TODAY’s GMRC | Dress properly when coming to Church.

When we go to church, we come to meet God. That is why it is good to prepare ourselves—not only in our hearts, but also in the way we present ourselves.

Dressing properly and decently for church is a simple way of showing respect for the sacred place and the holy moment of worship. Our clothing quietly says that being in God’s presence is something special and meaningful to us.

The Bible reminds us: “Worship the LORD in the splendor of his holiness.” (Psalm 96:9)

This is not about fashion or judging others. It is about creating an atmosphere of reverence, prayer, and respect for everyone who has come to worship.

When we dress modestly and appropriately for Mass, we help remind one another that the church is the House of God, and we have come together to honor Him.

07/03/2025

DAY 4 of LENTEN CHALLENGE | Pray for the sick and suffering. Offer petitions for healing and comfort.

24/02/2025

24/02/2025

February 23, 2025 | Seventh Sunday in ordinary time

" Ang gipangandoy sa Ginoo ang tanan magkahiusa magkahigugmaay.

Atong higugmaon ang usa'g usa.
Kita maghigugmaay diha sa linain ug klase nga pinaagi sa paghigugma. Ingon ang Ginoo higugmaa inyong kaaway. Kaning pulong gugma mao ang pulong nga gihisgutan sa ebanghelyo.

Pagbuhat ug maayo sa uban;
Panalangini sila ug;
Pag-ampo alang nila aron duna tay kahiusahan sa atong gagmay nga Kristohanon nga katilingban.

Bisan siya magpasakit nimo, you are bound to love that person.

Kanunay ta nga mohigugma bisan nga ang imong paghigugma, nasakitan naka.
Pasayloa siya bisan ug nakapasakit na siya nimo. Ang pagbalos dili atoa, busa ang bayad sa kagubot mao ang kalinaw.

Hinumduman nato nga ang paghigugma dili emotion, ang paghigugma nga tinuod andam ka nga masakitan, kay diha sa imong kasakit, human sa imong kasaki, ikaw magmalipayon. Busa magpinasayloay. maghinigugmaay. "

- Rev. Fr. Jubileo Gacho

21/02/2025

We celebrate today the Feast of the Chair of St. Peter. This feast honors Saint Peter’s role and his successors’ roles as leaders of the Church. The “chair” symbolizes the teaching authority entrusted to Saint Peter by Jesus Christ. This feast emphasizes the unity and guidance provided by the papacy throughout the Church’s history.

Historically, the feast dates back to the 3rd century and is distinct from the celebration of Saint Peter’s martyrdom on June 29. It originated around the “cathedra” of Peter, the place where the Bishop of Rome resided and governed.

In St. Peter’s Basilica in Rome, the physical “Chair of Saint Peter” is enshrined within a grand sculptural reliquary designed by Gian Lorenzo Bernini. This relic serves as a tangible symbol of the enduring authority and mission entrusted to Saint Peter and his successors.

The feast serves as a reminder of the Pope’s role as a unifying leader and custodian of the Church’s teachings, reflecting the continuous line of apostolic succession from Saint Peter to the current pontiff.

02/02/2025

Today, we celebrate the Feast of the Presentation of the Lord. This feast commemorates the moment when Mary and Joseph brought the infant Jesus to the Temple in Jerusalem, in accordance with the Law of Moses (Luke 2:22-40). This feast highlights two significant Jewish practices: the purification of the mother 40 days after childbirth (Leviticus 12:1-8) and the presentation of the firstborn male child to God (Exodus 13:2, 12-15), symbolizing his consecration and redemption. As a faithful Jewish family, Joseph and Mary offered two pigeons in the Temple, a sacrifice prescribed for those who could not afford a lamb.

Beyond its Jewish roots, the Church sees this event as a profound foreshadowing of Jesus’ ultimate mission. The presentation finds its fulfillment in the passion, death, and resurrection of the Lord, as Jesus is not only presented but offered completely for the salvation of humanity. This theological dimension emphasizes that Christ is the true Light who enters the Temple, illuminating the world and bringing redemption.

The feast is known by various names. Traditionally, it was called the Feast of the Purification of Mary, focusing on her ritual purification. In the Eastern Churches, it is referred to as Hypapante, meaning “Encounter,” symbolizing the meeting between the Old Testament, represented by Simeon and Anna, and the New Testament embodied in Christ. Simeon, led by the Holy Spirit, proclaims Jesus as the “light for revelation to the Gentiles” (Luke 2:32). Hence, this feast is also known as Candlemas, where candles are blessed in liturgical celebrations to signify Christ as the Light of the World.

This feast offers rich spiritual insights. It calls us to present our lives to God in faithful obedience and trust, just as Mary and Joseph did. It reminds us that encountering Christ transforms our lives, filling them with light and hope. Finally, it invites us to be like Simeon and Anna, who recognized the Lord in the Temple and joyfully proclaimed His presence to others.

Source: Vatican News

02/02/2025

JUST IN | Pope Francis appoints Cebu Auxiliary Bishop Midyphil Billones as the fourteenth Metropolitan Archbishop of Jaro, Iloilo, Philippines. He succeeds Archbishop Jose Romeo Lazo, who recently retired after nearly seven years of dedicated service to the archdiocese.

The announcement was made in the Vatican’s bulletin on Sunday , Feast of the Presentation of the Lord, corresponding to 7:00 PM local time in the Philippines.

Congratulations, Bishop!

01/02/2025

YES, I DO! | The Archdiocesan Seminaries of Cebu officially kick off a weeklong vocation awareness campaign. Seminarians from the three seminary departments will visit various schools across Cebu to conduct classroom campaigns aimed at inspiring young men and women to reflect on their calling and discern God’s will in their lives.

This initiative encourages the youth to respond courageously to the mission of sharing Christ’s love and compassion through the priesthood and consecrated life.

For those interested in learning more, please refer to the poster below for details.

27/01/2025

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