Sts. Philip and James the apostles parish

21/05/2026

𝐉𝐎𝐈𝐍 𝐔𝐒 𝐈𝐍 𝐀 𝐌𝐀𝐑𝐈𝐀𝐍 𝐂𝐄𝐋𝐄𝐁𝐑𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍!

The Parish of Sts. Philip & James, the Apostles joyfully invites everyone to be part of the 𝐅𝐋𝐎𝐑𝐄𝐒 𝐃𝐄 𝐌𝐀𝐘𝐎 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 𝐂𝐎𝐑𝐎𝐍𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍 to be held on:

📅 𝐌𝐚𝐲 𝟐𝟒, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔 (Sunday)
🕒 𝟑:𝟎𝟎 𝐏𝐌

Come and celebrate with us as we honor the Blessed Virgin Mary through this meaningful Marian tradition featuring the coronation of our Flores de Mayo queens and caballeros.

Following the coronation, the participants will also present a special 𝐂𝐨𝐭𝐢𝐥𝐥𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐃𝐚𝐧𝐜𝐞.

May this celebration bring us closer together in faith, love, and devotion to Our Blessed Mother. We look forward to celebrating with you!

12/05/2026

🎉✨ PARISH CONGRATULATORY MESSAGE ✨

The Parish Community warmly congratulates our beloved Parish Secretary, Ms. Jhanine Bedes Onte, for successfully passing the March 2026 Licensure Examination for Professional Teachers (LET)! 👩‍🏫📚

Your hard work, perseverance, and dedication have truly paid off. Your parish family rejoices with you in this wonderful achievement and prays that you may continue to inspire others through your vocation and service.

May the Lord continue to guide you as you begin this new chapter in your journey as a professional educator.

Congratulations, Teacher Jhanine!
We are proud of you! 💙

“To God be all the Glory!” 🙏

02/05/2026

| PARISH PATRONAL FIESTA 2026

As we celebrate the 292nd Patronal Fiesta 2026 in honor of Sts. Philip and James, the apostles, we are reminded that this is more than a festivity—it is a call to return to the heart of our faith.

“Whoever has seen me has seen the Father.” (John 14:9)
In Christ’s words to Philip, we are invited to recognize God not in distant signs, but in the very presence of Jesus—alive in His Word, in the Eucharist, and in one another.

St. James teaches us, “Faith by itself, if it has no works, is dead.” (James 2:17)
A faith worth celebrating is a faith that is lived—a faith that reaches out, forgives, serves, and loves without condition.

For 292 years, this community has stood as a witness to that living faith. Through every generation, the lives of Sts. Philip and James echo in our own: called to follow, to believe even without seeing, and to become instruments of Christ’s love in the world.

As we rejoice in this Patronal Fiesta, may we not only honor them with our voices, but imitate them with our lives—becoming bearers of the Gospel in our time.

📸LA Vargas

02/05/2026

| VESPERAS 2026

“Come and see.” (John 1:46)
In these words of St. Philip, we are gently invited to encounter Christ—not only in grand celebrations, but in the silent prayers of the heart, in the fading light of day, and in the ordinary moments where God quietly reveals Himself.

St. James reminds us: “Draw near to God, and He will draw near to you.” (James 4:8)

This Vesperas is a call to that closeness—to pause, to listen, and to allow our faith to deepen beyond words, becoming a lived response to God’s presence.

For 292 years, this sacred tradition has gathered generations into one faith, one hope, and one love.

May the witness of Sts. Philip and James lead us to a faith that sees beyond sight and acts beyond comfort—a faith rooted in Christ, alive in love, and steadfast in every season.

📸 LA Vargas

02/05/2026

FIRST SUNDAY REMINDER: UNANG LINGGO NG BUWAN BUKAS! SIMBA TAYO!

📌FEATURED PARISH: Sts. Philip and James the Apostles Church, Lagonoy, Camarines Sur

The Saints Philip and James the Apostles Church in Lagonoy, Camarines Sur, Philippines, is a 19th-century Roman Catholic church with a rich and complex history. Franciscan missionaries arrived in the Lagonoy Gulf in the 17th century, and the town’s name is believed to have come from either hagonoy, a medicinal plant, or lango, meaning “drunken.” The church was formally founded on August 1, 1734, and became a parish in 1764, during a time when the area, known as Partido de Lagonoy, covered a vast territory that would later be divided into towns such as Tigaon, Goa, San Jose, and Presentacion. An early stone church completed in 1768 was destroyed by flooding, leaving only the bell tower ruins, while a later structure built in 1885 in San Isidro Sur was eventually abandoned. The present stone church, constructed in 1874 in Santa Maria, stands today as a witness to these developments. During the Philippine Revolution, the parish came under the influence of the Iglesia Filipina Independiente, as its priest, Fr. Vicente Ramirez, supported the movement of Fr. Gregorio Aglipay for an independent Filipino church and later became its first bishop; although Aglipayan adherents once took over the church, a court ruling led by Bishop Jorge I. Barlin restored it to Roman Catholic authority. The church also endured damage from Typhoon Harriet in 1960, particularly its roof, which was later repaired under the leadership of Fr. Pedro Relloso.

25/04/2026

PARISH ANNOUNCEMENT & REMINDERS

ADULT BAPTISM
📅 April 27, 2026
🕗 8:00 AM – Seminar
🕙 10:00 AM – Rite of Baptism

Attire:
- White top
- No sleeveless, spaghetti straps, or similar

What to bring:
- Candle
- White handkerchief

INFANT BAPTISM
📅 May 1, 2026
🕤 9:30 AM
📍 Venue: Marian Formation Center Covered Court

What to bring:
- Candle
- White cap or handkerchief

CONFIRMATION
📅 May 1, 2026
🕤 9:30 AM
📍 Venue: Inside the Church

Attire:
- Red top

⚠️ Reminder: All candidates must have a witness/sponsor.

Please be guided accordingly. Thank you!

PARISH ANNOUNCEMENT

In connection with our 292nd Parish Fiesta, our parish warmly invites individuals who wish to receive the Sacraments of Baptism and Confirmation.

ADULT BAPTISM (for ages 8 and above)
Requirement: Photocopy of Birth Certificate

CONFIRMATION (for ages 12 and above)
Requirement: Photocopy of Baptismal Certificate

Application Deadline: April 27, 2026

For submission of requirements and further inquiries, please visit the Parish Office or contact us via Facebook message or call 09636702212.

21/04/2026

We warmly invite everyone to join the celebration of the 292nd Parish Fiesta in honor of Saints Philip and James, the Apostles.

The Novena Masses will take place from April 22 to April 30 with the following schedule:
4:30 PM – Rosary and Novena Prayer
5:00 PM – Holy Mass
6:00 PM – Procession

On April 30 at 5:00 PM, the Vespera Mass will be presided over by His Grace, Most Rev. Rex Andrew C. Alarcon, D.D., Archbishop of Caceres.

Fiesta Day on May 1 will include the following Mass schedules:
6:00 AM, 8:00 AM, and 5:00 PM – Fiesta Masses
9:30 AM – Confirmation, and Baptism

The Pontifical Mass on May 1 at 8:00 AM will be presided over by His Grace, Most Rev. Jose R. Rojas Jr., D.D., Bishop of Libmanan.

We encourage all parishioners and devotees to take part in this meaningful celebration of faith and community.

20/04/2026

The Vicarial Conference of Youth Ministers (VCYM) — Vicariate of St. John the Baptist was more than just a conference. It was a safe space, a calling, and a renewal of purpose for our youth delegates from Sts. Philip and James the Apostles Parish Youth Ministry.

From overcoming fear and uncertainty, to discovering the deep joy of being truly heard and never judged — our delegates came back not just with learnings, but with transformed hearts.
They were reminded that the youth are not merely participants in the Church — they are a vital and powerful part of it, called to serve, inspire, and make a difference.

Through VCYM, our voices were heard. Our faith was strengthened. And our mission became clearer than ever.
"Bako lang palan kaming participants — kami palan ay dakulang parte kan Simbahan."

To our delegates Maienne, Rachelle Mae, Ashley, and Muren Crissel — thank you for carrying the heart of our parish youth ministry with courage and conviction. 💛

19/04/2026

STS. PHILIP AND JAMES THE APOSTLES PARISH|VICARIAL CONFERENCE FOR YOUTH MINISTERS

More than a conference—it was a moment of grace.

Our Youth Ministers didn't just showed up, spoke up, and made their voices count. For the first time at the table with fellow youth ministers across the vicariate, their stories were shared, their hearts were heard, and their voices truly mattered.

Something beautiful happens when youth ministers from different parishes gathered together—burdens are lightened, friendships rooted in faith are born, and the reminder sinks in that none of us walks this mission alone.

They came carrying the heart of Parish Youth Ministry of Sts. Philip and James—and left carrying the whole vicariate in their hearts. From sharing experiences to exchanging wisdom, from honest converstaions to moments of prayer—every single part if it mattered.

The Church listens when you speak, and the world needs your fire. Katood: Gabos Kaayon, Gabos may Gibuhon.

Dios Mabalos, Caceres Youth Commission

19/04/2026

" With such joy and pride , Huge congratulations to Brother Rey John De los Reyes on graduating with his degree in Philosophy! Thank you for your dedication to seeking Truth and for your inspiring commitment to your vocation. We are so proud of you and are praying for you as you take the next step!”

19/04/2026

"With hearts full of joy and gratitude, we congratulate you Brother Kian Seva. We are deeply thankful for your years of study, prayer, and formation, and for your steadfast commitment to following God’s will. Your journey is an inspiration to us all, and we look forward with hope to the many lives you will touch in your future ministry. May God continue to bless you abundantly as you move forward in faith."