Diocesan Shrine and Parish of Saint Jerome

28/08/2026

A HEART ABLAZE FOR GOD: THE GLORIOUS FEAST OF SAINT AUGUSTINE!

Today, August 28, we join the universal Church in gloriously celebrating the Memorial of Saint Augustine of Hippo, Bishop and Doctor of the Church—a true spiritual powerhouse whose journey from a restless wanderer chasing worldly pleasures to one of Christianity’s greatest minds proves that no soul is ever beyond the reach of divine grace. Honored for his brilliant intellect and fiery devotion, Saint Augustine profoundly shaped Christian philosophy through masterworks like Confessions and The City of God, leaving an indelible mark on history. Often depicted in sacred art holding a flaming heart pierced by an arrow, his image beautifully captures a life completely consumed and transformed by the burning love of God.

As we honor his memory today, his iconic quote reminds us where true fulfillment lies: "To fall in love with God is the greatest romance; to seek Him is the greatest adventure; to find Him, the greatest human achievement." Coming right after the feast of his mother, Saint Monica, whose persistent prayers paved the way for his monumental conversion, Augustine’s legacy is a powerful reminder that our hearts will forever remain restless until they rest in the Lord. May his extraordinary story ignite our own hearts with unyielding faith, passion, and purpose.

Saint Augustine of Hippo, pray for us!

27/08/2026

𝐌𝐎𝐍𝐓𝐇𝐋𝐘 𝐅𝐎𝐑𝐌𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍
𝑴𝒂𝒈𝒏𝒊𝒇𝒊𝒄𝒂 𝑯𝒖𝒎𝒂𝒏𝒊𝒕𝒂𝒔: 𝑶𝒏 𝑺𝒂𝒇𝒆𝒈𝒖𝒂𝒓𝒅𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝑯𝒖𝒎𝒂𝒏 𝑷𝒆𝒓𝒔𝒐𝒏 𝒊𝒏 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝑻𝒊𝒎𝒆 𝒐𝒇 𝑨𝒓𝒕𝒊𝒇𝒊𝒄𝒊𝒂𝒍 𝑰𝒏𝒕𝒆𝒍𝒍𝒊𝒈𝒆𝒏𝒄𝒆

As technology continues to transform the way we live, communicate, and understand the world, we are called to remember what must always remain at the heart of our progress: the dignity, worth, and sacredness of every human person.

Join us for an evening of meaningful reflection and formation as we explore how faith can guide us in navigating the age of Artificial Intelligence—with wisdom, responsibility, and a deep respect for the human person.

🎙️ Guest Speaker:
Rev. Fr. Jonathan T. Cadiz
San Isidro Labrador Parish, Las Piñas City

🗓 August 28, 2026 | 7:00 PM

May this formation deepen our understanding, strengthen our faith, and inspire us to build a future where technology serves humanity—not the other way around.

26/08/2026

LIVE: Miyerkules ng Ika-21 Linggo sa Karaniwang Panahon - Agosto 27, 2026 | 6:00 N.U

Punong Tagapagdiwang: Kagalang-galang Rdo. Pd. Peter Julian Eymard C. Balatbat
Rektor at KuraParoko

26/08/2026

𝗟𝗜𝗩𝗘: Novena sa Ina ng Laging Saklolo, Miyerkules ng Ika-21 Linggo sa Karaniwang Panahon - Agosto 26, 2026 | 5:30 N.H

Punong Tagapagdiwang: Kagalang-galang Rdo. Pd. Peter Julian Eymard C. Balatbat
Rektor at KuraParoko

24/08/2026

LIVE: Martes ng Ika-21 Linggo sa Karaniwang Panahon | August 25, 2026 Ika 6:00 N.U.

Punong Tagapagdiwang: Rdo. Fr. Peter Ymari C. Balatbat

24/08/2026

IKA-LIMANG PAGTATANGHAL NG MGA IMAHEN NG MAHAL NA BIRHENG MARIA.

Ipinapakita ang iba’t ibang paggalang at pagmamahal sa ating Mahal na Ina, nawa’y mapalalim pa nito ang ating debosyon at pananampalataya sa ating Mahal na Birheng Maria ang ating Ina.

23/08/2026

"FEED MY LAMBS, TEND MY SHEEP.”

To feed the lambs is to keep the flame of faith alive within us, nourishing it through prayer, trust, sacrifice, and a life rooted in God. To tend His sheep is to recognize that the light we receive is never meant to be kept for ourselves. We are called to carry that light into the lives of others, offering compassion to the weary, guidance to those who seek direction, and love to those who need to be reminded that they are never alone.

May we remain faithful to the light entrusted to us and generous with the love entrusted to our hearts. May our faith never become a flame kept only for ourselves, but a light that gives warmth, hope, and direction to others. Feed the flame. Tend the flock. Serve with love. May our lives continually reflect the heart of the Good Shepherd and become a living testimony of faith in action.

23/08/2026

ISANG BUHAY NG PENITENSIYA, ISANG PUSONG GANAP NA INIALAY SA DIYOS | KAPISTAHAN NI SANTA ROSA DE LIMA

Ngayong araw, buong galak at debosyon nating ipinagdiriwang ang Kapistahan ni Santa Rosa de Lima, ang unang santo na na-canonize mula sa Amerika at isa sa mga kinikilalang patrona ng Pilipinas. Kilala sa kanyang malalim na pag-ibig sa Diyos, buhay ng panalangin, penitensiya, at sakripisyo, ipinapaalala sa atin ni Santa Rosa na ang tunay na kabanalan ay nahuhubog sa tapat na pagsunod sa Diyos, pagtitiis nang may pananampalataya, at pagmamahal sa kapwa.

Sa banal na pagdiriwang na ito, nawa’y maging inspirasyon sa atin ang halimbawa ni Santa Rosa na higit na patatagin ang ating pananampalataya, panatilihing buhay ang panalangin, at ialay sa Diyos ang bawat pagsubok at sakripisyo nang may pagmamahal at kababaang-loob.

Santa Rosa de Lima, huwaran ng kabanalan at tapat na lingkod ng Diyos, ipanalangin mo po kami!

23/08/2026