Our Lady of Lourdes Parish - Valencia, Ormoc City

08/09/2026

Today, we celebrate the 𝐍𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐯𝐢𝐭𝐲 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐁𝐥𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐞𝐝 𝐕𝐢𝐫𝐠𝐢𝐧 𝐌𝐚𝐫𝐲.

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07/09/2026

Everyone is encouraged to attend tomorrow’s Aurora at 4:00AM to be followed by a mass in celebration of the Feast of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary.

PHILIPPINE HOLIDAYS INVOLVING MARY

Mark your calendars! Did you know that the Philippines has two laws recognizing national holidays connected to the Blessed Virgin Mary?

September 8 — Feast of the Nativity of Mary
Under R.A. 11370, signed on August 8, 2019, September 8 is a special working holiday nationwide.

December 8 — Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception
Under R.A. 10966, signed on December 28, 2017, December 8 is a special non-working holiday. The law recognizes Mary as the principal patroness of the Philippines.

These laws reflect something deeply rooted in Filipino Catholic culture: we are truly a “pueblo amante de Maria”—a people in love with Mary. From our homes to our communities, we honor the Mother who always leads us closer to her Son, Jesus.

Viva la Virgen María!

29/08/2026

Prayer Warriors of the Holy Souls-Ormoc Chapter joyfully celebrated its 14th Anniversary Post - Celebration at the Our Lady of Lourdes Parish, filled with prayer, thanksgiving and renewed faith.

We express our heartfelt gratitude to Rev. John Harold Katangkatang for leading the Exposition & Benediction of the Blessed Sacrament.

Our sincere thanks also go to Rev. Fr. Michael Arevalo, Parish Priest for graciously administering the Sacrament of Confession, guiding the faithful towards reconciliation and spiritual renewal.

We are Spiritually grateful to Rev. Fr. Felix Ebacitas, Archdiocesan Spiritual Director of PWHS Palo for sharing his inspiring and meaningful input about FAITH.

May this celebration strengthens the commitment of the PWHS to pray for the departed and to serve God and His Church with love, faith and perseverance.

Happy 14th Anniversary, PWHS - Ormoc Chapter! May God bless all our Prayer Warriors & continue to guide us in our mission.

©️Sis. Vim Fernandez

18/08/2026

LEARNING BEGINS AT HOME 🏠

In times when our communities are confronted by violence and tragedy involving the young, we are reminded that education does not begin only in the classroom. The home is the first school of life, where values are formed, faith is nurtured, and compassion is learned.

Parents, guardians, families, educators, and communities all share the responsibility of guiding the next generation. Alongside academic learning, our youth must also encounter love, understanding, discipline, and hope within their homes and communities.

As Sacred Scripture reminds us:

“Train the young in the way they should go; even when old, they will not swerve from it.” —Proverbs 22:6

Let us pray for our youth. Let us also foster them with love, understanding, and care, so that our homes may become places where faith, character, and respect for life are first learned.

13/08/2026

12/08/2026

🔥 THE SAINTS MOST FEARED BY DEMONS 🇻🇦✝️.

Throughout history, certain saints became powerful instruments of God against the forces of darkness. Their holiness, prayer, sacrifices, humility, and unwavering faith made hell tremble.

✝️ St. Michael the Archangel
Satan fears St. Michael because he led Heaven’s army against the rebellious angels and defeated them by the power of God.

✝️ St. Benedict
Demons fear St. Benedict because of his authority against evil spirits, his holy life, and the powerful protection associated with the St. Benedict Medal.

✝️ St. Padre Pio
The devil feared Padre Pio because he spent countless hours hearing confessions, bringing souls back to God, and leading people to deeper prayer and repentance.

✝️ St. Anthony of Egypt
After withdrawing into the desert for prayer and fasting, St. Anthony endured fierce demonic attacks but remained faithful to Christ, defeating temptation through holiness.

✝️ St. John Vianney
Known as the Curé of Ars, he rescued thousands of souls through confession and conversion. The devil constantly attacked him because of the souls he was saving.

These saints remind us that evil is real — but God is infinitely more powerful.

Demons fear:
🔥 The Holy Eucharist
🔥 The Rosary
🔥 Confession
🔥 Fasting and prayer
🔥 Humility and purity
🔥 Catholics living in the grace of God

The devil does not fear lukewarm faith.
He fears souls fully surrendered to Jesus Christ.

May these holy saints intercede for us, protect our families, strengthen our faith, and lead us closer to God. Amen. ✝️
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I Love My Catholic Faith

09/08/2026

03/08/2026

LOOK! | Our BEC communities from different Barangays and sitio chapels held their Prayer meeting for the month of August. 🙏🏻

02/08/2026

We heartily welcome 𝐑𝐞𝐯. (𝐃𝐞𝐚𝐜𝐨𝐧) 𝐉𝐨𝐡𝐧 𝐇𝐚𝐫𝐨𝐥𝐝 𝐂. 𝐊𝐚𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐤𝐚𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐠 to our Parish. May you have a wonderful and meaningful service to the Our Lady of Lourdes. 😇