UP Fiat

04/10/2026

Last Thursday, Fiat gathered for its regular Bible Study with the readings for this Sunday.

In the parable of the tenants, Jesus is telling a story to the Pharisees and high priests. He carefully explains how the landowner's son is sent to the vineyard to harvest produce thinking that they would respect him. But rather than being met with warm generosity, the son was killed, as the tenants wanted the landowner's son's inheritance. What the Pharisees don't realize is that this was a foreshadow to what will unfold in the days to come, as the hour of Jesus’ Passion was drawing near. Jesus further added and quoted Psalm 118:22, saying "the stone the builders rejected has become the cornerstone." This fascinating image helps us understand that Jesus, despite being rejected, has become the powerful piece that binds everything together, just as a cornerstone in a structure.

Perhaps two questions that I'll pass on to you are: what are the fruits in the vineyard of your life—what will the Son harvest? And when facing rejection or feel burnt-out, do you collapse under its weight or do you cling on to someone?

Reflection by: Raynier Joshua Tello




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04/10/2026

𝐂𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐂𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧: 𝐔𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐒𝐭𝐚𝐭𝐞𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭

Today, on the culmination of the Season of Creation and the Feast of St. Francis of Assisi, the patron saint of environmentalists and animals, Catholic Organizations within UP Cebu unite in humble prayer and commitment to care for God's wonderful creation through a unified statement. Joining UP Fiat is UPC CFC - Youth For Christ.

Though we culminate for the end of this season, this Unity Statement marks only the beginning of the activities we have yet to organize through our mutual goal and shared responsibility for caring and protecting creation as “one cannot live without a home, and caring for our common home is a responsibility we all share”







𝗚𝗘𝗧 𝗜𝗡 𝗧𝗢𝗨𝗖𝗛 𝗪𝗜𝗧𝗛 𝗨𝗦:
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03/10/2026

𝐈𝐍 𝐏𝐇𝐎𝐓𝐎𝐒 || 𝐅𝐢𝐫𝐬𝐭 𝐅𝐫𝐢𝐝𝐚𝐲 𝐌𝐚𝐬𝐬

Students and staff gathered for the First Friday Mass for the month of October, held at the Undergraduate Lobby at 12:00 noon last September 2, 2026. The mass was sponsored by the UP Simantikos Statistical Society and the UP Math Majors Circle, with Rev. Fr. Philip, CSJ, as presiding priest.

Photos by: Yuan Gabrielle Ventus





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01/10/2026

In this new month of October, month of the Holy Rosary, we will meditate on the life of Jesus Christ and to honor the Blessed Virgin Mary.

To commemorate this, UP FIAT will hold a daily prayer of the Holy Rosary every 12:30 PM at the UG Building Lobby starting on October 1, 2026 (Thursday). This is open to anyone who wants to participate and join.

This activity, all in all, encourages everyone to offer their prayers and thanksgiving; to ask for blessing and forgiveness; and to pray the Holy Rosary everyday.

Our bothers and sisters in Jesus Christ, UP FIAT will be glad to have you join in this daily prayer.

May our prayers and petitions be heard by our ever-loving, graceful, forgiving, and holy God, through the intercession of our Blessed Mother Mary. May we all have a blessed new month.

Ave Maria!

Caption by: Evah Mae Aguirre
Lay-out by: Hans Joy Digao




𝗚𝗘𝗧 𝗜𝗡 𝗧𝗢𝗨𝗖𝗛 𝗪𝗜𝗧𝗛 𝗨𝗦:
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30/09/2026

𝐄𝐲𝐞𝐬 𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐞, 𝐈𝐬𝐤𝐨𝐥𝐚𝐫𝐬!

Join us in celebrating the First Friday Mass for the month of October, the Holy Rosary Month.

𝐇𝐨𝐥𝐲 𝐌𝐚𝐬𝐬
📍: Undergraduate Lobby
🕛: 12 NN
🗓️: October 2, 2026

See you there!





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27/09/2026

Ending the last Sunday of September with a grateful heart and a fulfilled hike at Mango View 🌄🍃

Early mornings, good company, and little moments along the way made it all worth it. From the climb to the view at the top—everything was a reminder to slow down and appreciate the journey. ✨

And of course, quiet cheers to everyone who made it to the top!🙌
Truly a blessed way to wrap up the month. 🙏🍃

27/09/2026

“𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐰𝐚𝐲 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐋𝐨𝐫𝐝 𝐢𝐬 𝐧𝐨𝐭 𝐣𝐮𝐬𝐭.”

This statement from Ezekiel 18:25 expresses a thought that often lingers in our minds. In life, all of us experience our fair share of struggles, but most of the time, instead of using our energy to resolve them, we dwell on comparing our pain to others. Instead of praying for His strength and guidance, we question His grace and fairness: Why is the Lord unfair?

Why do I have to go through all of this while seeing others go about their day seemingly unproblematic and happy? Why am I carrying heavier burdens while others walk as if they do not have a single weight on their back?

In fact, someone lacking faith might even ask, “Why did You have to die on that cross and save us?”, a question spoken idle of love or grace.

But as we read through the end of the verse, the Lord responds: “Is my way not just? Is it not your ways that are not just?”

Had I faced my problems, prayed for His guidance and strength, and stood up to resolve them, injustice would not be what I carry—instead, I would carry peace and freedom.

We become so focused on comparing our pain that we miss the fact that the gift of life itself is the ultimate testament to His fairness. We begin to realize that we ourselves are often the source of the very unfairness we complain about.

If there is one thing I learned from this week’s Bible study, it is that His love is the epitome of fairness: no matter how many times or how hard we fall, God will always have the heart to forgive and welcome us back. What matters most is that we realize our mistakes, return to Him, and choose life.

Choosing life means choosing Him. Most of the time, this does not mean walking a lighter or easier path; it simply means that even in a world full of trouble, we have Him to give us the strength and grace to conquer it all.

And with that, may God be praised.

Reflection by: Kyene Shane Pelayo, UPC Youth For Christ





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26/09/2026

𝐅𝐢𝐫𝐬𝐭 𝐅𝐨𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐒𝐚𝐜𝐫𝐚𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐨𝐟 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐟𝐢𝐫𝐦𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧

Today, September 26, 2026, students who will be receiving the sacrament of confirmation held their first formation as preparation and requirement for the holy sacrament at St. Joseph House, Pure Heart Philippines.

With the help of Sister Claire, UP Fiat spiritual guide, they watched videos and discussed the Gift of Grace and the efficacious signs instituted by Christ and entrusted to the Church — the seven sacraments.






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24/09/2026

Mission accomplished, hearts full!

Kaire, accompanied by 3 volunteers from UP Fiat, which are Elaiza Marie Amacanin, Wyn Rhazny Bugtai, and Elimar Ross Cenita, conducted a mission for the children of Manunggal last September 2026.

It is truly an honor to serve the people through the Lord.

21/09/2026

Dear brothers and sisters, let us gather later today for a Candle Lighting to honor the memory of the countless individuals who suffered under the darkness of Martial Law in the Philippines.🕯️

May their stories inspire us to stand for justice, to defend the vulnerable, and to build a society that reflects God's love and mercy. And May Almighty God shed the light of truth upon the face of the earth.

Never again. Never forget.

Our Lady of Mercy, pray for us.
St. Matthew the Apostle and Evangelist, pray for us.🙏

Fifty-four years have passed since the declaration of Proclamation No. 1081, yet the memory of Martial Law and the struggles it brought continue to resonate today. The enduring realities of landlessness, inadequate wages, corruption, and other forms of social injustice highlight the importance of remembering, not only to look back, but to reflect on the lessons of history and reaffirm the continuing call for justice, freedom, and human dignity.

In commemoration, the Martial Law Day of Remembrance Committee of the University of the Philippines Cebu invites the UP Cebu community to join the multi-sectoral mobilization alongside progressive groups and organizations in Cebu City at 8:30 AM at the Fuente Osmeña Circle.

The commemoration also recognizes the experiences of the UP Cebu community amid continuing concerns surrounding red-tagging, surveillance, and harassment, as well as the challenges faced by the university amid limited resources. These realities highlight the importance of strengthening the university community’s commitment to accessible education, social responsibility, and the protection of fundamental rights and freedoms.

As part of the week-long commemoration, a candle lighting ceremony will also be held at the UP Cebu Oblation Square at 5:30 PM, honoring the lives lost, the survivors, and the countless Filipinos who suffered under Martial Law.

The UP Cebu community is invited to come together in remembrance, reflection, and
solidarity, to keep the light of truth alive and reaffirm its commitment to human dignity,
freedom, and justice.

As the week of commemoration comes to a close, may its lessons continue to illuminate the path forward.

Never again. Never forget.