It is with deep sorrow and heavy hearts that we bid farewell to the late Bishop Ronald “Bong” Lunas, who departed this world on January 2, 2024. Bishop Lunas, a cherished friend of the SCJs (Priests of the Sacred Heart of Jesus), passed away at 57 years old at the Southern Philippines Medical Center Heart Institute in Davao City, where he had been undergoing intensive care following a recent heart bypass operation. Continue reading
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New Year Message for 2024
As the chimes of midnight fade and the calendar turns to 2024, we stand at the threshold of a new year, a blank canvas waiting to be painted with the vibrant hues of our hopes and dreams. Yet, amidst the excitement, a question whispers in the silence: What will this year hold? Continue reading
Christmas Greetings 2023
As we gather in the warmth of this holy season, may our hearts be filled with the timeless joy that emanates from the manger in Bethlehem. Christmas is a sacred celebration, a reminder of the profound love God bestowed upon us by sending His only Son, Jesus Christ, to be born among us. Continue reading
The Journey Towards Christmas Begins in the Philippines
December 16th, marks the beginning of a beloved Filipino tradition: the Novena de Gallo, also known as Simbang Gabi. This nine-day series of dawn masses culminates on Christmas Eve, a joyous journey of faith and community that ushers in the festive spirit of Christmas in the Philippines. Continue reading
A Season of Joy: Christmas Celebration at Sacred Heart Formation House in Cagayan de Oro
The festive spirit of Christmas has descended upon Cagayan de Oro, and the Sacred Heart Formation House is no exception! As December wraps its warm embrace around the Philippines, one of the world’s most enthusiastic Christmas celebrators, the community at the Formation House has come together for a joyous celebration filled with laughter, music, and the spirit of giving. Continue reading
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