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EDITORIAL:ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE (AI): MAKAGUBA BA SA KATILINGBAN?Pope Leo XIV, in his first encyclical Magnifica Human...
25/05/2026

EDITORIAL:
ARTIFICIAL INTELLIGENCE (AI): MAKAGUBA BA SA KATILINGBAN?

Pope Leo XIV, in his first encyclical Magnifica Humanitas, is not condemning Artificial Intelligence (AI) itself. Rather, he reminds society to use technology responsibly, ethically, and morally. The Pope fears that humanity may someday trust machines more than conscience, truth, compassion, and wisdom.

AI refers to computer systems capable of writing, analyzing information, recognizing faces, predicting behavior, and influencing opinions through social media. While these technologies can improve communication, education, and productivity, they can also become dangerous when abused by powerful individuals, corporations, or governments.

Sa atong kahimtang karon sa Pilipinas, klaro kaayo nga tinuod kining maong pasidaan. Social media already shapes public opinion. Fake news, troll farms, edited videos, ug AI-generated content dali kaayo makalibog sa katawhan.

Panahon sa eleksyon, mahimong gamiton ang AI sa paghimo og fake speeches ug propaganda aron ilaron ang mga botante ug kontrolon ang emosyon sa publiko.

In this situation, the teachings of the Catholic Church become very important. Through Catholic traditions and the Catechism of the Catholic Church, the faithful are guided to uphold truth, moral conscience, human dignity, and the common good. These teachings help lay people discern what is right or wrong in the digital age and remind them to avoid spreading falsehood and to act with integrity in public life.

The role of the lay people is crucial. They are called to defend truth, promote responsible use of social media, and practice ethical leadership.

The encyclical reminds everyone that technology is only a tool. Human dignity, conscience, and faith must always remain greater than machines.

By: RC Campano- Diocese of Iligan Media Ministry



FR. BATIQUIN MEETS WITH LAY KEY LEADERSLast week, Rev. Fr. Boboy Batiquin, Diocesan Director of the Ministry on the Lait...
24/05/2026

FR. BATIQUIN MEETS WITH LAY KEY LEADERS

Last week, Rev. Fr. Boboy Batiquin, Diocesan Director of the Ministry on the Laity, met with key lay leaders to discuss important diocesan initiatives. Co-presiding the meeting was Bro. Carlos Subang, the diocesan coordinator.

The discussion focused mainly on the diocesan property located in Mascariñas, Abuno, Iligan City. The property is being envisioned as an Agri-Farm project that will promote sustainable development and environmental stewardship.

The 21-hectare area is also planned to be developed into an EcoZone. Continued tree-planting activities are expected in the coming months as part of the long-term environmental program.

Bro. Lano Confessor was tasked with preparing the development plan once the necessary data, including the topographic map, becomes available.

By: RC Campano- Diocese of Iligan Media Ministry
Photo: RC Campano



REV. GERARD PREACHES THE POWER OF PENTECOST IN TODAY’S FRACTURED SOCIETYRev. Gerard Vincent D. Alania reflected on the m...
24/05/2026

REV. GERARD PREACHES THE POWER OF PENTECOST IN TODAY’S FRACTURED SOCIETY

Rev. Gerard Vincent D. Alania reflected on the meaning of Pentecost Sunday, celebrated today, May 24, 2026, as the culmination of the Easter Season and the birthday of the Church.

In his homily, he connected Pentecost to the Jewish feast of Shavuot, observed fifty days after Passover, commemorating the Israelites’ liberation from slavery and the giving of the Torah at Mount Sinai. In the same way, Pentecost signifies God’s liberation gift to the Church through the sending of the Holy Spirit.

Rev. Alania emphasized how the apostles, once confined by fear and uncertainty, were transformed by the Holy Spirit into courageous witnesses of Christ. Jesus’ greeting, “Peace be with you,” was presented as a message of healing, restoration, and liberation from fear, hopelessness, and spiritual bo***ge.
He lamented that many people today remain trapped by consumerism, social media, false narratives, and attachment to comfort zones. Amid the divisions and confusion of modern society.

“Napriso kita sa kawalay paglaum..sa kawalay pagtoo..due to the idea of consumerism..and that is the sad reality of today..Dili ta gusto mogawas sa atong comfort zone” said Rev. Alania.

Deacon Alania stressed that Pentecost reminds believers of three essential truths: the gift of freedom, the mission of proclaiming the Gospel, and the need to allow the Holy Spirit to empower and guide the faithful. Through the Spirit, the Church continues its mission of bringing hope, truth, and unity to the world.

By: RC Campano- Diocese of Iligan Media Ministy



24/05/2026

Rev. Gerard Vincent D. Alania- Homily
Pentecost Sunday
May 24, 2026



23/05/2026

A public hearing and forum on the future of the Agus-Pulangi Hydroelectric Complex (APHEC) was peacefully conducted on May 22, 2026, at the auditorium of St. Michael’s College, gathering church leaders, government officials, energy experts, and civil society groups in a unified call to protect the country’s major hydroelectric power source from privatization.





BISHOP RAPADAS LEADS CALL AGAINST AGUS-PULANGI PRIVATIZATION; URGES PSALM TO RESPECT PUBLIC SENTIMENTA public hearing on...
22/05/2026

BISHOP RAPADAS LEADS CALL AGAINST AGUS-PULANGI PRIVATIZATION; URGES PSALM TO RESPECT PUBLIC SENTIMENT

A public hearing on the future of the Agus-Pulangi Hydroelectric Complex (APHEC) was peacefully held on May 22, 2026, at St. Michael’s College, gathering church leaders, government officials, energy experts, and civil society groups opposing privatization.

The forum was opened by Councilor Atty. Marlene Young, chairperson of the City Council Committee on Energy, followed by an invocation led by Rev. Fr. Chito Claro.

Most Rev. Jose R. Rapadas III, D.D. stressed that APHEC is a vital public resource that must remain under government control.

Representatives of Power Sector Assets and Liabilities Management Corporation (PSALM) defended their proposal for a Public-Private Partnership (PPP) for APHEC’s rehabilitation and operation.

However, energy advocate Dr. Melchie Ambalong strongly opposed the proposal, exposing what she described as PSALM’s “hidden agenda.” She argued that APHEC remains financially viable and capable of funding its own rehabilitation without privatization.

Retired NPC-Mingen executive Engr. Jeresa Irese A. Lagapa also questioned PSALM’s claims, affirming that the facilities remain operational and sustainable.

Current officials present in the forum from NPC-Mingen also maintained that the facilities remain functional, contradicting claims that APHEC is already in critical condition.

Representing the city mayor, Dr. Darwin Manubag likewise expressed firm opposition, warning that privatization could harm Mindanao consumers.

Meanwhile, Atty. Leo Zaragoza challenged what he described as misleading claims supporting privatization, insisting that public ownership best serves the Filipino people.

The forum, attended by clergy, media practitioners, academicians, stakeholders, and advocates, concluded with a synthesis and call for stronger public action presented by Carino V. Antequiza.

By: RC Campano – Diocese of Iligan Media Ministry
Photos: RC Campano




Today, May 22, 2026 at St. Michael's College Auditorium at 1:30 p.m..See you all !
22/05/2026

Today, May 22, 2026 at St. Michael's College Auditorium at 1:30 p.m..See you all !

21/05/2026

Today's Gospel reflection with Bro. Mario M. Mejares-CFC/PFO



CITY COUNCILOR YOUNG: NO TO AGUS-PULANGI HYDRO-ELECTRIC COMPLEX PRIVATIZATIONAtty. Marlene Young, chairperson of the Com...
21/05/2026

CITY COUNCILOR YOUNG: NO TO AGUS-PULANGI HYDRO-ELECTRIC COMPLEX PRIVATIZATION

Atty. Marlene Young, chairperson of the Committee on Energy of the Iligan City Council, firmly expressed her opposition to the privatization of the Agus-Pulangi Hydro-Electric Complex, declaring on her personal Facebook account: “I VOTE NO to the privatization of the AGUS-PULANGI HYDRO-ELECTRIC COMPLEX.”

She likewise announced the conduct of a public hearing to gather the views and sentiments of concerned sectors and the general public regarding the issue. The public hearing is scheduled on May 22, 2026, at 1:00 PM at the auditorium of St. Michael's College.

By: RC Campano- Diocese of Iligan Media Ministry

By: RC Campano- Diocese of Iligan Media Ministry





BISHOP RAPADAS MEETS ILIGAN’S TOP APHEC CONVENORSLast May 18, Most Rev. Jose R. Rapadas III, D.D. met with key convenors...
20/05/2026

BISHOP RAPADAS MEETS ILIGAN’S TOP APHEC CONVENORS

Last May 18, Most Rev. Jose R. Rapadas III, D.D. met with key convenors and advocates opposing the privatization of the Agus-Pulangi Hydroelectric Complex (APHEC) at the ECOWEB Center in Tubod, Iligan City. Present during the meeting were Carino “Rockx2” Antiquesa of Ecosystems Work for Essential Benefits Inc.(ECOWEB), together with City Councilor Atty. Marlene Young and Dr. Melchie Ambalong.

The gathering focused on preparations for the upcoming Public Forum on the Future of the Agus-Pulangi Hydroelectric Complex, scheduled on May 22 at the St. Michael's College Auditorium.

The forum aims to further educate members of the academe and community leaders on the future of the hydroelectric complex, a major source of power in Mindanao, while strengthening public opposition to its proposed privatization.

Atty. Young chairs the Committee on Energy of the Iligan City Council, while Dr. Ambalong serves as chairperson of the Mindanao Power Consumers Federation. Antiquesa, meanwhile, heads the APHEC research team with technical support from ECOWEB’s Mr. Bryan Edward.

By: RC Campano- Diocese of Iligan Media Ministry
News/Photos-Source: Regina Salvador-Antequisa/ECOWEB





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