Saint Anthony of Padua Parish - Lanuza SDS

16/05/2026

Celebrate National BEC Sunday 2026 with us!

Join us for a special three-part webinar series as we come together in faith and community. Starting this May, we’ll be diving into powerful themes with guest hosts from across the country. Mark your calendars!

May 16: Father, the Creator (Host: Diocese of Tandag)

May 23: Christ, the Redeemer (Host: Archdiocese of Cebu)

May 30: Holy Spirit: Inspiration of the Mission (Host: Archdiocese of Lingayen)

🕒 Time: 9:00 AM – 12:00 Noon
📍 Where: Livestreaming on the CBCP-BEC page

Don’t miss this opportunity for spiritual growth and fellowship. See you online!

10/05/2026

SEND-OFF AND WELCOME PARTY | The San Antonio de Padua Parish–Lanuza gathered in faith and thanksgiving, for the Send-Off and Welcome Party of the outgoing and incoming parish priests.

The celebration began with a Thanksgiving and Remembrance Eucharistic Celebration presided over by Rev. Fr. Mario M. Aca-ac, DCT, thanking and glorifying God for His unwavering blessings throughout Fr. Mario’s 5 years of faithful service as Parish Priest, through the intercession of the Blessed Mother Mary, San Antonio de Padua, and San Benito Abad de Nursia.

As a tribute of love and appreciation, the different GKKs, parish organizations, and Municipal Officials also offered gifts to Fr. Mario in recognition of his faithful service and spiritual leadership to the parish community.

Together with all parishioners, the community celebrated this meaningful transition with unity, joy, and faith.

09/05/2026

𝗧𝗨𝗥𝗡𝗢𝗩𝗘𝗥 CEREMONY | The San Antonio de Padua Parish–Lanuza officially begins its turnover ceremony for the incoming and outgoing parish priests.

On May 9, 2026, at San Antonio de Padua Parish–Lanuza, Rev. Fr. Elpidio Pastera, Jr., DCT (Vicar Forane), in behalf of Bishop Raul B. Dael, led the turnover ceremony welcoming Rev. Fr. Paul Bernard G. Cotejar, DCT, a proud lumad Lanuzanhon, as the new Parish Priest, and expressing gratitude to Rev. Fr. Mario M. Aca-ac, DCT, for his faithful and dedicated service.

Also present were the members of the Parish Pastoral Council (PPC) and Parish Finance Council (PFC), marking a meaningful and orderly transition of parish leadership.

03/05/2026

Happy Birthday to our Parish Youth Leader, Sir Joseph Brian M. Alipao🥳

Your dedication, leadership, and service continue to inspire the youth to grow in faith and unity. May God bless you with more strength, wisdom, and joy as you guide us.

We are grateful for you. Have a blessed and meaningful birthday! 🙏

IT’S SIR BRIAN DAY!

With deep appreciation, we recognize a man whose life reflects true faith, service, and leadership—
-ACYA Adviser
-Lanuza Parish Youth Leader
-Lanuza Prison Ministry Coordinator
-Mother Butler Guild Member

Your dedication in guiding the youth, serving the community, and living the mission of Christ continues to inspire many. Through your humility and passion, you show us what it means to serve with love and purpose.

May the Lord continue to bless you with strength, wisdom, and a joyful heart in all your endeavors. 🙏💙
Thank you for your selfless service and for being a true instrument of God’s love!

25/04/2026

APRIL 25, 2026 | We thank the Lord for the gift of priestly vocation as we celebrate today the 23rd presbyteral anniversary of Rev. Fr. Paul Cotejar, DCT
Incoming Parish Priest of Lanuza

“For we are God’s handiwork, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do.” -Ephesians 2:10

25/04/2026

APRIL 25, 2026 | We thank the Lord for the gift of priestly vocation as we celebrate today the 24th presbyteral ordination anniversary of Rev. Fr. Danilo Garay,DCT.
Former Parish Priest of Lanuza

“For we are God’s handiwork, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do.” -Ephesians 2:10

25/04/2026

APRIL 25 | FEAST OF ST. MARK, Evangelist

Mark, +1st, cousin of Barnabas; associated with Paul and Peter; the Gospel ascribed to him (cf. Acts 12:12) is the oldest (written probably 70 AD) and the shortest; largely a collection of narratives that depict Jesus as being almost constantly active; presents Jesus as the Son of God whose ministry was marked by a series of mighty works, signs of God's power and kingdom; tradition holds Mark the first bishop of Alexandria; portrayed as a winged lion (cf Ezekiel 1); patron of notaries, Egypt and Venice.

PRAYER:
O God, who raised up Saint Mark, your Evangelist, and endowed him with the grace to preach the Gospel, grant, we pray, that we may so profit from his teaching as to follow faithfully in the footsteps of Christ. Who lives and reigns with you in the unity of the Holy Spirit, one God, forever and ever. Amen

06/04/2026

PAROKYA NAN LANUZA | EASTER SUNDAY

The Parish of Saint Anthony of Padua joyfully celebrates the Sugat sa Kabanhawan and the Solemnity of the Lord’s Resurrection—a beautiful proclamation that Christ is truly risen.

This meaningful tradition was also brought to life by the different chapels within the parish, each offering their time, creativity, and devotion in making the Sugat sa Kabanhawan a truly united celebration of faith.

The celebration was led by Rev. Fr. Mario M. Aca-ac, DCT, marking his final Easter celebration as Parish Priest of Lanuza. His years of faithful service, humility, and dedication have deeply touched the parish community.

As we rejoice in the victory of life over death, we also give thanks for his spiritual leadership. May the Risen Christ continue to guide and bless him in his next mission.

ALLELUIA! ALLELUIA! Jesus is Risen! 🙏

04/04/2026

PAROKYA NAN LANUZA | San Antonio de Padua Parish solemnly celebrated the BIHILYA SA PASKO SA PAGKABANHAW SA ATONG GINOO, the Inahan sa tanang Pagtukaw ug Solemnidad sa tanang Solemnidad.

The sacred celebration began with the Pagpasugat sa Kalayo, symbolizing Christ as the light who conquers darkness. This was followed by the Liturgy of the Word, recounting the history of salvation, leading to the joyful proclamation of the Alleluia, marking the Resurrection of the Lord.

Tungod kay kini mao man ang gabii kanus-a gibuntog ni Cristo ang kamatayon ug nabanhaw Siya nga madaogon.

Ang Pagpanalangin sa Tubig ug Pagbag-o sa Saad sa Bunyag reminded the faithful of their baptismal calling—renewed in Christ, who triumphed over death.

The Holy Mass was presided over by Rev. Fr. Mario M. Aca-ac, DCT, who emphasized in his homily the victory of life over death and the call for every Christian to live as witnesses of the Resurrection.

The celebration concluded with hearts uplifted in joy, as the community proclaimed:
Si Kristo Nabanhaw! Aleluya! Aleluya! 🕊️

04/06/2025

June 4, 2025|1st Novena Mass for Lanuza Patronal Fiesta|Viva San Antonio de Padua

Mass Presider: Rev. Fr. Mario M. Aca-ac, DCT