The devotion to the Santo Niño in the Philippines is a deep-rooted and widely celebrated religious tradition that holds a special place in the hearts of Filipinos. The Santo Niño, or the Holy Child, is a representation of the infant Jesus and is typically depicted with a crown, adorned in regal attire, and holding a scepter in one hand while raising the other in a gesture of blessing. Continue reading
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Sacred Heart Formation House, Cagayan de Oro City, 2nd Sunday in Ordinary Time
Immaculate Conception Parish Bids Farewell to Brother Yohanes Sismadi
After 23 years of dedicated service in the Philippines, Brother Yohanes Sismadi, SCJ, bid farewell to his beloved community in Cagayan de Oro City on Wednesday, January 10, 2024. A farewell dinner held in the Parish Pastoral Hall of Immaculate Conception Parish, following the evening Mass drew parishioners and fellow SCJs from the area of Cagayan de Oro to express their gratitude and well wishes. Continue reading
A Festive Celebration of Faith: Jesus Nazareno Parish Feast in Dansolihon
Today, on January 9th, 2024, the air in Dansolihon buzzed with a vibrant blend of devotion and merriment as the Jesus Nazareno Parish celebrated its annual feast day. The culmination of a nine-day preparatory novena, the celebration drew in a sizable crowd eager to honor their beloved patron saint. Continue reading
Sacred Heart Formation House, Cagayan de Oro City, Solemnity of the Epiphany of the Lord