Saint Joseph the Worker Parish-San Jose, Negros Oriental

24/06/2026

Dearest brothers and sisters in Christ, today we celebrate as one parish family the Solemnity of the Nativity of St. John the Baptist. While the Church usually commemorates saints on the day of their death (their birth into heaven), St. John the Baptist is one of the very few alongside our Lord Jesus and the Blessed Virgin Mary whose earthly birth we celebrate with a solemn feast—a testament to his unique and grand role in salvation history.

As the precursor and the voice crying out in the wilderness, St. John the Baptist entirely dedicated his life to preparing the way for the Messiah. His profound humility reminds us of our own Christian calling: to step back so that Christ's light, truth, and love can shine completely through us to the world.

Let us come together with immense gratitude to honor the prophet who pointed the world to the Lamb of God, as we seek to live out his example of humility and faith.

St. John the Baptist, pray for us!🙏🏼

23/06/2026

SCHEDULE OF THE RELIC VISITATION OF ST. CHARBEL MAKHLOUF

June 30 The Dumaguete Cathedral
9:00 AM Healing Mass
5:00 PM Healing Mass

July 1 San Nicolas de Bari Parish, Siaton
4:30 PM Healing Mass

July 2 St. James the Greater Parish, Tanjay City
5:15PM Healing mass

July 3 St. Francis of Assisi Parish, Siquijor
4:00 PM Healing Mass

July 4-St. Andrew the Apostle Parish, Amlan

11:00 AM Healing Mass

July 4 St. Anthony of Padua Parish, Sibulan

6:00 PM Healing Mass

July 5 Carmelite Monastery

4:00 PM Healing Mass

July 6 Departure to Manila

21/06/2026

Brothers and sisters in Christ, today we celebrate Father’s Day—a beautiful occasion to honor the gift of earthly and spiritual fatherhood. This day calls us to reflect on how fathers serve as a visible reflection of God the Father’s tender, protective, and providing heart. Through their daily sacrifices, fathers build up the home as a domestic church—a sacred space where families first learn faith and virtue. In Saint Joseph, our fathers have a sublime model of silent strength, fierce protection, and steadfast devotion.

In a world that constantly challenges the family, our fathers, grandfathers, godfathers, and spiritual fathers stand as anchors of faith. Today, let us express our deepest gratitude for their hidden sacrifices, lift them up in prayer, and entrust them to the protection of the Holy Family.

May God the Father strengthen all men in their sacred calling, and may Saint Joseph intercede for them always. A blessed and Happy Father's Day to all the fathers out there!

12/06/2026

Brothers and sisters in Christ, today we celebrate the Solemnity of the Most Sacred Heart of Jesus. This beautiful feast calls us to contemplate the boundless, burning love of Christ for all humanity. The Sacred Heart represents not just a symbol, but the very reality of God's physical and spiritual love—a heart that was pierced for our sins, yet continues to pour out infinite mercy, compassion, and grace upon us.

Devotion to the Sacred Heart reminds us that God's love is deeply personal, tender, and inviting. In a world that can often feel cold or overwhelming, Jesus opens His heart to be our ultimate refuge, our source of healing, and the wellspring of our joy. Today is a perfect opportunity for us to offer our acts of reparation, consecrate our families to His loving protection, and ask Him to make our own hearts more like His—gentle, humble, and full of charity.

Sacred Heart of Jesus, we place all our trust in You!

11/06/2026

11/06/2026

OFFICIAL CIRCULAR LETTER
From Bishop Julito B. Cortes, D.D.

The Diocese of Dumaguete expresses its prayerful solidarity with all those affected by the magnitude 7.8 earthquake that struck off the coast of Sarangani on June 8, 2026.

Let us unite in prayer for the victims, their families, rescue workers, medical personnel, volunteers, and all those striving to bring hope and assistance amid this calamity.

May the Blessed Virgin Mary, Mother of Hope and Queen of Peace, intercede for all who suffer and obtain for them strength, comfort, and renewed hope in the Lord.

08/06/2026

Prayers for our Brothers and Sisters in Mindanao and all over the Philippines!

MINDANAO needs our PRAYERS!

A 7.8 magnitude earthquake hit Maasim, Sarangani at 7:37 AM local time. The quake was felt in different parts of Mindanao. A tsunami threat is also issued by PHIVOLCs.

We hope that everyone’s safe. 🙏🏼

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06/06/2026

"Whoever eats my flesh and drinks my blood has eternal life, and I will raise him on the last day." — John 6:54

Brothers and sisters in Christ, tomorrow we will gather as one family to celebrate the Solemnity of the Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ—Corpus Christi, honoring the beautiful truth found in Sacred Scripture where Jesus reveals Himself as our true nourishment.

The Catechism reminds us that the Eucharist is the source and summit of the Christian life, containing the entire spiritual good of the Church: Christ Himself. While we solemnly commemorate the institution of this great sacrament on Holy Thursday during Passiontide, The Corpus Christi Sunday allows us to fully focus on the joyful adoration, public honor, and profound gratitude we owe to Jesus truly present in the Blessed Sacrament. Historically, this beautiful feast dates back to the 13th century, inspired by the visions of St. Juliana of Cornillon and established universally by Pope Urban IV in 1264 to strengthen our faith in the Real Presence.

Let us come together with reverent, joyful hearts to adore the Holy Eucharist. We invite everyone to join us in this Eucharistic Celebration and walk alongside our Lord!

31/05/2026

‎Three Persons, One God, Infinite Love.
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‎The Solemnity of the Most Holy Trinity invites us to reflect on one of the deepest mysteries of our faith: one God in three Divine Persons—the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit. It reveals the very heart of God: a perfect communion of love, unity, and self-giving. Through the Father who created us, the Son who redeemed us, and the Holy Spirit who sanctifies us, we experience God's presence in every moment of our lives.
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‎On this day, as we joyfully celebrate this sacred solemnity, the Most Holy Trinity. We are reminded that we are called to mirror the love of the Trinity in our own relationships. As we honor this sacred mystery, may our hearts be renewed in faith and our lives reflect the love, unity, and grace of the Father, the Son, and the Holy Spirit in all that we do.
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30/05/2026

Photo Highlights of the Feast Day of Saint Joseph the Worker held last May 10, 2026

Viva Sr. San Jose!

With hearts overflowing with joy and gratitude, our parish community filled the sacred walls of our church to celebrate the annual Feast Day of our beloved patron, Saint Joseph the Worker. This year’s fiesta held a uniquely profound significance for our parish family, as it marked the very first fiesta celebrated under the loving pastoral leadership of our parish priest, Rev. Fr. Ronaldo E. Ablong. Our liturgical celebrations beautifully honored the quiet sanctity of daily labor, reminding us that every honest day of work is a powerful way to glorify God and participate in His creation, just as Saint Joseph did in the workshop of Nazareth.

From the solemn, uplifting liturgical celebrations to the warm fellowship shared among parishioners and guests, the entire day resonated with the burning light of our collective faith. Saint Joseph stands as our ultimate model of quiet fidelity and strength, teaching us to embrace our duties with a servant's heart and a steadfast spirit. As we looked back on the blessings of the past year and the quiet guidance of our patron, the celebration successfully renewed our shared commitment to walk hand-in-hand as true pilgrims of hope, dedicated to building a community rooted in love and Christ-centered service.

📷 Photos taken by SJTWP Commission on Social Communications