Saint Michael the Archangel Parish - Rizal Kalinga

22/08/2026

‼️Announcement📣‼️

21/08/2026

The Parish Youth Coordinator and the MPC Vice Chairperson have been chosen to participate in a dialogue with His Excellency, Most Rev. Sean B. Mejia, Bishop of the Vicariate of Tabuk.

The dialogue focuses on the present situation, concerns, and needs of the youth, as well as ways forward in strengthening youth ministry. It provides an opportunity to discuss how the youth can actively participate in the Church’s mission in line with the pastoral priorities and vision of the Bishop.

19/08/2026

08/08/2026

Regular Mission Pastoral Council Meeting. 🙏⛪

Isu ti pudno a biag ti Simbaan—uray awan ti parish priest, saan a ma-cancel ti meeting! 😅
Tuloy ti misyon, tuloy ti biag ti parokya. Layko man wenno kleriko, agtultuloy ti panagkaykaysa ken panagtrabaho para iti misyon. 🙏

02/08/2026

As our parish continues to be served by visiting priests, let us lift in prayer all priests especially those who are experiencing trials, doubts, or
moments of weakness.

May they find renewed strength in God's grace, joy in their calling, and peace in His faithful love.

29/07/2026

In the early 1600s, Japanese authorities expelled all Christian missionaries and launched severe persecutions. Priests were killed or forced to leave, leaving thousands of Japanese converts completely isolated from the Church.

For over 250 years, these faithful souls — known as the “Hidden Christians” (Kakure Kirish*tan) — lived in secrecy. They had no priests, no public Masses, no sacraments, and no Bibles. Yet their Catholic faith did not vanish.

They passed down the teachings of Christ from generation to generation. They secretly baptized their children. And in the silence of their homes, they clung to one powerful lifeline: the Holy Rosary.

Using simple knotted cords instead of beads, they prayed the Rosary daily. The mysteries of Christ’s life became their catechism. The Hail Marys and Our Fathers became their prayers, their comfort, and their hidden Mass.

Through the Rosary, they remained united with Jesus and Mary even in the darkest decades of persecution.

When missionaries finally returned to Japan in the mid-1800s, they were astonished to find entire communities still faithfully preserving the Catholic Faith — all because of the Rosary.

This incredible story reminds us that the Rosary is far more than a devotion. It is a spiritual weapon, a school of faith, and a chain of grace that can sustain us through trials, isolation, and uncertainty.

In our own busy and sometimes challenging world, may the example of the Hidden Christians inspire us to pray the Rosary with greater love and fidelity.

Mary, Mother of the Church, pray for us! 🙏

24/07/2026

📢 PAKAAMMO TI PAROKYA
Kakabsat, inton Domingo, alas-9 ti agsapa, adda Misa tayon ditoy Parokya. Adda umay a padi nga inbaon ni Apo Obispo tapno mangidaulo iti Nasantoan a Misa.

Umay tayo amin, agtitipon ken agmaymaysa iti pammati, panagkararag, ken panagdayaw iti Apo. 🙏⛪

19/07/2026

Let us pray for our priests and for priestly vocations.

18/07/2026

A day of learning, renewal, and commitment for our lay liturgical ministers. Every ministry begins with formation and blossoms through faithful service.

12/07/2026

Calling all Lectors & Commentators, Music Ministers, and Collectors & Greeters!
Join us as we deepen our understanding of the Sacred Liturgy and grow together in faithful service to God and His Church.

🗓 July 18, 2026
🕢 7:30 AM onwards
📍 St. Michael the Archangel Parish
🎁 Solidarity Share: P100 per person (for Food and Snacks)
"Serve the Lord with gladness." (Psalm 100:2)