Apostol Santiago el Mayor - Virac Cathedral

24/04/2026

𝗣𝗥𝗔𝗬𝗘𝗥 𝗢𝗡 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗙𝗘𝗔𝗦𝗧 𝗗𝗔𝗬 𝗢𝗙 𝗦𝗧𝗔. 𝗠𝗔𝗥𝗜𝗔 𝗦𝗔𝗟𝗢𝗠𝗘 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗦𝗧𝗔. 𝗠𝗔𝗥𝗜𝗔 𝗝𝗔𝗖𝗢𝗕𝗘

O loving and faithful God,
we honor today Sta. Maria Salome and Sta. Maria Jacobe,
women of courage, devotion, and unwavering faith.

At the foot of the Cross,
they remained when others fled.
At the dawn of the Resurrection,
they came with love, bringing spices and hope,
only to be met with the glory of the empty tomb.

Grant us, O Lord,
the same steadfast hearts—
that we may remain with You in times of suffering,
and joyfully proclaim Your victory in times of triumph.

Through their example,
teach us to serve with humility,
to follow Christ with courage,
and to trust in Your promises even in uncertainty.

May their witness inspire us
to become bearers of Your light,
faithful in love,
and constant in hope.
We ask this through Christ our Lord.
Amen.

24/04/2026

Its the Feast Day of my beloved Mother.

Happy Feast Day!! St Salome, Mother of John the Evangelist and James the Greater.

11/04/2026

07/04/2026

𝗦𝗢𝗡𝗦 𝗢𝗙 𝗦𝗔𝗟𝗢𝗠𝗘 𝗔𝗡𝗗 𝗭𝗘𝗕𝗘𝗗𝗘𝗘
𝗝𝗔𝗠𝗘𝗦 𝗔𝗡𝗗 𝗝𝗢𝗛𝗡

Matthew 20:20–21
“Then the mother of the sons of Zebedee approached Jesus with her sons and did him homage, wishing to ask him for something. He said to her, ‘What do you wish?’ She answered him, ‘Command that these two sons of mine sit, one at your right and the other at your left, in your kingdom.’”

Reflection
Salome, as a loving mother, desired the best for her sons, James and John. Her request shows both her deep faith in Jesus as King and her human desire for honor and recognition for her children. Yet, Jesus gently teaches that greatness in His Kingdom is not about position, but about service, sacrifice, and humility.

Like Salome, we often bring our hopes and dreams to God. But this passage reminds us to trust not only in His power, but in His perfect will. True greatness is found not in being above others, but in serving others with love, just as Christ did.

May we learn from this moment to surrender our ambitions to God, and instead seek a heart that is willing to follow Him—even on the path of sacrifice.

06/04/2026

𝗠𝗘𝗦𝗦𝗔𝗚𝗘 𝗢𝗙 𝗧𝗛𝗔𝗡𝗞𝗦

With hearts full of gratitude and joy, we humbly extend our deepest THANK YOU to all the generous benefactors, families, and friends who became instruments of God’s love in making the 5th Year Holy Week Procession of Apostol Santiago El Mayor a meaningful and prayerful celebration.

Your kindness, support, and willingness to serve reflect the spirit of sacrifice and devotion—just as St. James offered his life for the glory of God.
Our heartfelt gratitude to:
Cecile Go Tan & Family
Anthony Go Magtangob & Family
Ruth Bruce Sorrera & Family
Jezrahel Tuquero Omadto II & Family
Catherine Gianan & Family
Jaima Valeza Acopiado & Family
Ruby Sorreda Orozco & Family
Atty. Jorge Sarmiento & Family
Cherryl Tabuzo Molina & Family
Marichu Gianan Villarete & Family
Christine Arcilla
Precy Gianan
Ruby Rosa Aguilera & Family
Anonymous

Special thanks:
• Matanda Paul M. Tajan – for the generator and Karosa of St. Michael the Archangel Chapel
• Malorie Valeza (thru Judy Valeza Sallam) – for the Karosa’s Sayal
• Ricky Reazon – for the Karosa lights
• Ronald Sorreda – for the extra spotlight
• Boboy Bruce Manuel & Friends – for the Palm Sunday Gayak of the Karosa
• Rhainyonnah Flowershop – for the Holy Wednesday & Good Friday Gayak of the Karosa

To our fellow dedicated Camareros — Michael, Kuya Von, Ate Cecile & Kuya Pidoy, Kuya Gerry, Leigh, Kurt, and Rovin — your service is truly a gift to our devotion.

To the man behind the beautiful vestment of Apostol Santiago El Mayor, the “Vestment Prince of Catanduanes,” Jairy Eidrian — your craftsmanship brought honor and beauty to our beloved Apostle.

Appreciation also to:
• Danicop Altar Servers Ministry: Alkristoff, Xyril, John Lloyd, Ely Ceasar, JL, Olsen, Adrian, Rusty, Michael, Zyonne & Macky
• Tuquero, Go, Bruce Families
• All Friends of St. James the Greater

Your generosity, time, and effort made this devotion not only possible, but truly memorable and grace-filled.

May the Lord bless you a hundredfold, and may Apostol Santiago El Mayor continue to intercede for you and your families.

Maraming salamat po. Thank you, thank you, thank you so much! DIOS MABALOS SAINDO GABOS! 😇❤️

05/04/2026

𝗔𝗣𝗢𝗦𝗧𝗢𝗟 𝗦𝗔𝗡𝗧𝗜𝗔𝗚𝗢 𝗘𝗟 𝗠𝗔𝗬𝗢𝗥
QUINTA SALIDA
Domingo de Resurecion Procession
April 05, 2026

03/04/2026

𝗔𝗣𝗢𝗦𝗧𝗢𝗟 𝗦𝗔𝗡𝗧𝗜𝗔𝗚𝗢 𝗘𝗟 𝗠𝗔𝗬𝗢𝗥
QUINTA SALIDA
Viernes Santo Procession
April 03, 2026

02/04/2026

𝗔𝗣𝗢𝗦𝗧𝗢𝗟 𝗦𝗔𝗡𝗧𝗜𝗔𝗚𝗢 𝗘𝗟 𝗠𝗔𝗬𝗢𝗥
QUINTA SALIDA
Miercoles Santo Procession
April 01, 2026

29/03/2026

𝗔𝗣𝗢𝗦𝗧𝗢𝗟 𝗦𝗔𝗡𝗧𝗜𝗔𝗚𝗢 𝗘𝗟 𝗠𝗔𝗬𝗢𝗥
QUINTA SALIDA
Domingo de Ramos
March 29, 2026