Category Fr. Dehon

Aug 12 2026

Remembering the Founder, Renewing the Mission: 101 Years of Fr. Dehon’s Legacy

On August 12, 2026, the Sacred Heart Formation House in Cagayan de Oro celebrated the 101st death anniversary of Venerable Fr. Leo John Dehon, founder of the Priests of the Sacred Heart (Dehonians).

The Eucharist was presided over by Fr. Niño B. Etulle, SCJ, Regional Superior of the Dehonians in the Philippines. SCJs from the Cagayan de Oro area, seminarians, friends, and benefactors gathered in gratitude for Fr. Dehon’s life and mission. The celebration was preceded by a nine-day novena with the theme “Pilgrims of Hope with the Heart of Christ,” inviting the community to rediscover Fr. Dehon’s spirituality and renew its commitment to live with the Heart of Christ.

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Aug 9 2026

Sacred Heart Formation House, Cagayan de Oro City, 19th Sunday in Ordinary Time

This Sunday, Elijah reminds us that God often speaks in a gentle whisper, not in spectacular signs. We need silence to hear Him.

Prayer is not only asking God for what we want. It is also listening and accepting His will.

We can ask for healing, peace and help, but we must also be able to say:

“Lord, not my will, but yours be done.”

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Aug 7 2026

Second First Friday with the Benefactors at the Sacred Heart Formation House

On August 7, 2026, the Sacred Heart Formation House held its Second “First Friday with the Benefactors,” continuing a beautiful initiative that brings together the seminary community and the generous friends who support the formation of future Priests of the Sacred Heart.

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Jul 13 2026

With Open Hearts: Acceptance to the Dehonian Postulancy Program

With gratitude to the Lord and joyful hearts, the Priests of the Sacred Heart (Dehonians) in the Philippines welcomed two new postulants during the celebration of the Holy Eucharist held on July 13, 2026, at the Sacred Heart Formation House in Cagayan de Oro City.

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Jul 4 2026

Encountering the Heart of Christ: First Friday Celebration on the Feast of St. Thomas

The Sacred Heart Formation House joyfully welcomed its benefactors, friends, and members of the local community for the First Friday Mass on July 3, 2026. This month’s celebration was especially meaningful as it coincided with the Feast of St. Thomas the Apostle.

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