Parokia ni San Andres nga Apostol - Suyo, Ilocos Sur

02/08/2026

01/08/2026

Saint John Vianney (1786–1859)

Saint John Vianney, also known as the Curé d'Ars, is the patron saint of parish and diocesan priests. Born in Dardilly, France, during the French Revolution, he grew up in a devout Catholic family. Despite struggling academically, especially with Latin, he persevered through many obstacles and was ordained a priest because of his unwavering faith and determination.

Assigned to the small village of Ars, he found people spiritually indifferent, neglecting Mass and the sacraments. Through his example of prayer, humility, charity, and tireless ministry, he gradually transformed the village into a place of deep faith. He visited families, cared for the poor, established La Providence, a home for orphaned girls, and inspired many to return to God.

His greatest ministry was the Sacrament of Reconciliation. He spent 11–16 hours each day hearing confessions, offering compassionate guidance and leading countless sinners back to God's mercy. Many believed he had the extraordinary gift of reading souls, helping penitents confess forgotten sins with sincerity.

St. John Vianney also endured frequent attacks from the devil, whom he called "the Grappin." He experienced frightening noises, shaking furniture, sleepless nights, and even a fire in his room. Rather than fear these disturbances, he remained peaceful, believing they often signaled that a great sinner would soon seek conversion.

He lived a life of simplicity, fasting, and sacrifice, surviving mainly on boiled potatoes and bread while giving generously to the poor. Despite illness, exhaustion, and spiritual trials, he faithfully served his parish until his death on August 4, 1859. He was canonized in 1925 and is honored each year on August 4.

St. John Vianney teaches that holiness is achieved through humility, perseverance, prayer, sacrifice, and complete trust in God. His life reminds priests to be faithful shepherds and encourages all Christians to seek God's mercy through the sacraments and to serve others with selfless love.

01/08/2026

Welcome apo Bayani! 🎊🎊🎊

01/08/2026

Naragsak nga Isasangbay/ Isusubli ditoy Parokia ni San Andres nga Apostol Rev. Fr. Bayani Flores! 🎊🎊🎊

01/08/2026

Two Years, countless milestones, and one tall (not dark) and hansome shepherd of kindness, patience, and understanding.

SORRY. THANK YOU. WE LOVE YOU, APO JERIC C. JARAMILLO! (Dabar Zikkaron Kairos)

Praying for your next journey be as blessed as the path you've walked with us.

CURA UT AD PROXIMUM TEMPUS.

31/07/2026

Thank you Parokia ni San Andres nga Apostol. Dabar Zikkaros Kairos is signing off. New journey begins.

11/07/2026

Remember this when you speak about a Catholic priest:

Most priests in the Church give up marriage and family life to serve God and His people. As spiritual fathers, they preach the Gospel, celebrate the Eucharist, hear Confessions, and care for the sick and dying.

That life asks for real sacrifice.

A priest may love a parish deeply, then be moved when his bishop gives him a new assignment. He may leave behind people he baptized, married, comforted, and guided through painful moments.

Priests cannot do everything alone.

They depend on staff, volunteers, and faithful Catholics. They may want to answer every call and help every person, but they have limits too. They get tired, sick, lonely, and discouraged.

The money placed in the collection basket does not simply become the priest’s personal money. It helps support the parish, its ministries, employees, buildings, and other needs.

Priests are allowed time to rest, but emergencies do not follow a schedule. A priest may be called late at night to anoint someone who is dying, hear a final Confession, or bring Holy Communion to the sick.

Please remember this:

A priest is not a machine.

Some priests carry burdens no one sees. They need prayer, friendship, encouragement, and respect for their need to rest.

When you hear gossip about a priest, do not spread it. Serious wrongdoing should be reported properly, but rumors and careless accusations can cause real harm.

If a priest makes a mistake, do not excuse sin, but do not rush to condemn him. Pray for him. Speak with charity. He needs God’s mercy too.

Think of the priests who baptized your children, heard your Confession, witnessed your marriage, anointed someone you love, or offered Mass for your intentions.

Have you thanked them?

Remember their birthdays and ordination anniversaries. Encourage them while they are still here to hear it.

May Jesus Christ, our Eternal High Priest, protect His priests and keep them faithful. Amen.

💬 When was the last time you personally thanked a priest?

28/06/2026

Sancte Andrea, ora pro nobis. Ciao

09/06/2026

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01/06/2026

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