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Palace urged to reverse Duterte proclamation on making Nov. 2, Dec. 24, Dec. 31 ‘special working holidays’
Christia Marie Ramos March 01, 2021
Senator Risa Hontiveros on Monday called on Malacañang to reconsider and withdraw a decision making November 2, December 24 and 31 “special working holidays.”

Catholic Church needs to help ‘deepen’ PH democracy
Feb 28, 2021 Jezreel Ines
After defending democracy in EDSA exactly 35 years ago, the Catholic Church now needs to help deepen the Philippines’ gains from the People Power Revolution of 1986, an expert said.
“Defending is just a first step. Deepening is a different story, and that is the challenge to our church these days,” said Arjan Aguirre, political science professor from Ateneo de Manila University, in an online forum titled "Usap-Usapang Kalayaan: Conversations on Freedom” on Wednesday, February 24.

Prelate laments prohibition on religious gatherings under GCQ
March 22, 2021 Leslie Ann Aquino
Caloocan Bishop Pablo David lamented the decision of the government to prohibit religious gatherings in Metro Manila and other areas especially during Holy Week.

Bishop David hits gov't: You lock down churches but allow gyms, spas?
Mar 22, 2021 Robbin M. Dagle
'May God have mercy on your souls!' says Bishop Pablo Virgilio David after the government banned religious gatherings in NCR Plus during Holy Week

HOAX: ‘Pope Francis called Duterte a blessing, a good leader’
June 27, 2018
The video in the blog post is an April 2 CNN Philippines newscast that reported on Duterte and Pope Francis’ separate Easter Sunday messages. The Pope does not mention Duterte at all

Duterte: Skip priests, go straight to God
Pia Ranada February 08, 2017
The President continues his word war against Catholic church leaders. While he mistrusts priests, he says he has a 'deep and abiding faith in God.'

Palace to Church: Don't be 'adversarial' when criticizing Duterte
Pia Ranada January 26, 2017
'While the government is open to criticism, it would appreciate if it were not adversarial and coming from a moral high horse,' says Presidential Spokesman Ernesto Abella

Duterte to Catholic church: You're full of shit
Pia Ranada January 24, 2017 - with video
'Pareho pala baho natin,' says President Duterte about Catholic Church bishops whom he accuses of sexual escapades and corruption

Should the Catholic Church shut up?
Jayeel Serrano Cornelio January 24, 2017
The Catholic Church is now under attack. President Duterte, Mocha Uson, and their many allies have rallied together to shame religious leaders.
The President questioned the clergy's moral ascendancy in the midst of corruption and sexual abuse. In her viral column, Mocha Uson suggested that the CBCP is the anti-Christ.

AboutPhilippines ask: Could these be new "Davao Death Squad, DDS"

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Most Filipino adults continue to believe that religion is very important in their lives, based on the Social Weather Stations (SWS) survey results released on Wednesday, March 31.

Pope Francis names the first cardinal from Capiz, Jose Advincula, as the 33rd archbishop of Manila
Pope Francis on Thursday, March 25, named Cardinal Jose Advincula of Capiz as the new archbishop of Manila, ending a yearlong wait for the new head of the most powerful diocese in the Philippines.

The Chancery of the Archdiocese of Manila on Sunday, June 6 released the official coat of arms of Cardinal Jose F. Advincula as Archbishop of Manila.
Here is an explanation of the meanings of the symbols.
The archdiocese released the coat of arms ahead of Cardinal Advincula’s installation as the 33rd Archbishop of Manila on June 24.

Amoris laetitia, the family is the space where we walk together
25 March 2021 with Video
In 10 episodes, one each month, we bring you a video with the Pope's reflections and first-hand testimonies of families from across the world on the theme of the family.

On September, 8th, we celebrate the birthday of the Blessed Virgin Mary.
Her birth brought us the dawn of hope, and salvation to the world.
She was born without sin. She was full of grace, and definitely the favored one,
and so very blessed among women.
So she should be the sacred vessel and worthy Mother of the Son of God.

The Catholic Bishops of the Philippines are calling for a massive, nationwide prayer campaign for the healing of the country and the end to the Covid-19 pandemic.

Diocese of Kalookan Bishop Pablo Virgilio David has called on archdioceses and dioceses around the country to set up a “Cofradias de San Roque,” a group of faithful devotees of the popular saint, who is venerated as the patron saint against the plague.

The Apostolic Nunciature in the Philippines has written to the country’s Catholic bishops to warn their communities against a person claiming to be close to the Pope and the Vatican.

PNP: Cops seized placards from Mass-goers on Church request
Jul 29, 2020 ABS-CBN News
The Philippine National said Wednesday its officers seized placards and other protest materials from activists during a Mass in Manila this week "in accordance to the request of the church."

Cops’ confiscation of placards during Quiapo mass not a ‘misbehavior’
July 29, 2020 Noreen Jazul
Philippine National Police Chief Gen. Archie Gamboa said he does not consider the confiscation of protestors’ placards by policemen during a mass in Quiapo Church as a “misbehavior.”

About Philippines says: Not even in the church there's safety, what - who can we trust?

“Separation of Church and State” in the Philippines

INC’s defeat: Actualizing separation of church and state

Church-State separation doctrine not breached by CBCP pastoral letter vs. anti-terror law, says Roque
July 20, 2020 Argyll Cyrus Geducos
Presidential spokesman Harry Roque believes that the most recent pastoral letter of the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of the Philippines (CBCP) does not violate the doctrine of the Separation of Church and State.

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The Video: Catholic Church sent proposals on Mass services weeks ago: bishop
May 20, 2020 ABS-CBN News
The Catholic Church submitted its guidelines on the resumption of Holy Mass services 2 weeks ago, a Manila bishop said after government called for proposals on the matter.

Pope broke tradition again to make Tagle 'cardinal-bishop'
Paterno Esmaquel II May 02, 2020
The promotion of Cardinal Luis Antonio Tagle to the rank of cardinal-bishop 'required special papal permission'

Fr. Jan Thomas Limchua, a priest from the Archdiocese of Cebu, has been granted the title “Monsignor” by Pope Francis after being named as Papal Chaplain or a member of the Papal Household.

Archbishop Francisco Montecillo Padilla, the newly appointed apostolic nuncio to Guatemala, is a 66-year-old native of Cebu City

COVID-19: Vatican Holy Week celebrations under study
Vatican News 16 March 2020

Taal Volcano showed streams of lava beginning to gush out of the vent on Monday, with a thick dark cloud of ash, smoke and steam in the sky. Thousands have been ordered to evacuate from around the island and its surrounding areas since the volcano became active on Sunday.

On the seventh anniversary of Pope Francis’ election to the Petrine ministry, Cardinal Luis Antonio Tagle, the Prefect of the Congregation for the Evangelization of Peoples, says that every new Pope is a gift from God that is “unwrapped” through the years of his papal ministry.

“The Filipino people take their devotion seriously”
Lydia O'Kane 15 December 2019
As the Filipino community in Rome gathers in St Peter’s Basilica for Mass celebrated by Pope Francis, a nun from the Philippines speaks about the faith of the community living in the city.

Tagle’s office eyed as 2nd most important in Vatican
Paterno Esmaquel II December 11, 2019
The new appointment of Cardinal Luis Antonio Tagle positions him ‘to be a possible successor to Pope Francis,’ says a Vatican analyst

A Filipino priest is the new Vice Director of the Justice, Peace, and Integrity of Creation (JPIC) Office in Rome of the Order of Friars Minor or Franciscans.

Laudato si': "Gospel of creation" is the key that unlocks its meaning
Sr Bernadette Mary Reis, fsp 22 May 2020
Five years ago on May 24th, Pope Francis published his second encyclical, Laudato sí. Cardinal Turkson explains how it got its subtitle, how care for creation is connected with worship, and St Francis of Assisi’s vision of creation.

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Introduction and 1st Relation - Cardinal Tagle 2019-02-21
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Cardinal Luis Antonio Tagle, Archbishop of Manila, speaks at the end of the Meeting on “The Protection of Minors in the Church” saying clerical sex abuse has caused shame and pain to the Church and to society, and pledging that the Church will respond decisively to the crisis in line with its call to be true to Jesus.

The facts: The photo was taken out of context. A Google reverse image search reveals similar photos taken during a symbolic street theater activity called "Lamay para sa Demokrasya" – part of Coalition for Justice's (CFJ) Dasal at Ayuno faith rally – at Padre Faura Street in Manila in May 2018.

Tagle calls on Catholics to ‘pray for the nation’
Sofia Tomacruz August 01, 2019
Manila Archbishop Luis Antonio Cardinal Tagle makes the call as several bishops and priest are subject to ‘persecution and false accusations’ by government

A photo of Pope Francis meeting Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte is manipulated

President Duterte’s persistent attacks against the Catholic Church, even after these killings, leave us with only one thought: that beyond his insensitivity, he is out to silence an institution that has now become his fierce critic.

DepEd-Manila commemorates 149th martyrdom of GomBurZa
February 17, 2021 Merlina Hernando-Malipot
Did you know?
Three public schools in the city of Manila were named after the three martyred priests, Fathers Mariano Gómez, José Burgos, and Jacinto Zamora, because of their contribution to Philippine independence.

We are in a spiritual warfare against error and sin. Shield yourselves from error and guide your fellow youth in godliness. Read more about the faith.

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Ginunita ng Simbahang Katolika ang Red Wednesday, bilang pagsuporta sa mga na-persecute o napaslang na Kristiyano sa buong mundo.

The wine that is used in the most sacred celebration of the Eucharistic Sacrifice must be natural, from the fruit of the grape, pure and incorrupt, not mixed with other substances.

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Pope Francis said the church must study whether it's possible to ordain married men to minister in remote communities facing priest shortages.

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Maglalakbay si Sandra Aguinaldo patungong Holy Land upang sundan at sariwain ang mga eksenang nasusulat sa Bibliya ukol sa kapanakan ni Hesukristo.

The Video: Dalit ni Hermano Pule (Lament of Brother Pule)
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Where to watch online Masses
Paterno Esmaquel II March 14, 2020

The Video: Faith in the time of quarantine
Online mass at church services, isinasagawa para makaiwas sa COVID-19!
16. mar. 2020 GMA Public Affairs
Para maiwasan ang pagkalat ng COVID-19, isinasagawa na ngayon ng ilang simbahan ang online mass at church services! Ang buong detalye, panoorin sa video!

The National Youth Day (NYD) celebration set next year has been postponed because of the threat of the coronavirus disease (COVID-19) pandemic, the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of the Philippines (CBCP) said.

'We wallow in a state of confusion. We ask whether or not we are here for a reason. We ask if we even matter. We question God.'

After months of livestreaming mass to millions of faithful from behind closed doors, churches in the Catholic-majority Philippines are beginning to reopen.

Parishes in the Archdiocese of Manila have been instructed to set aside time for confession and to make provisions for places for confessions.
Archdiocese of Manila apostolic administrator Bishop Broderick Pabillo said that such places for confession must be “hygienically safe for both the priest and the penitent” in view of the COVID-19 pandemic.

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Since most of my friends are non-Catholic, nonpracticing, or nonbelievers, I don’t have many opportunities to talk about my Catholic faith, a central part of my life. Therefore, I’ve never mentioned to them that I help out in a small chapel that celebrates Mass every day. In a world where it’s become increasingly difficult to practice my faith, my chapel duties have become a sort of refuge.

The Catholic Church is ready to aid individuals in distress during the COVID-19 pandemic, the Catholic Bishops' Conference of the Philippines said Wednesday as government sought help in counseling Filipinos.

The Catholic Bishops’ Conference of the Philippines – Episcopal Commission on Youth has called on the young generation “to play a more active role in their communities amid the pandemic.”

From Washington to Manila, religious freedom is set to become one of the most enduring debates of the coronavirus era

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Vatican’s new ambassador to the Philippines to arrive this weekend
November 25, 2020 Leslie Ann Aquino
The new Apostolic Nuncio to the Philippines, Archbishop Charles John Brown will arrive in Manila on Sunday, November 29.

Pope Francis names American bishop as new envoy to the Philippines
Sep 28, 2020 Paterno R. Esmaquel II
This ends a 9-month wait for a new apostolic nuncio to the Philippines, which has also stalled the selection of Cardinal Luis Antonio Tagle's successor

The Video: Pagtatalaga sa bagong Apostolic Nuncio to the Philippines
Sep 28, 2020 ABS-CBN News
Itinalaga ni Pope Francis si Archbishop Charles John Brown bilang bagong Apostolic Nuncio to the Philippines.

Papal nuncio urges Filipinos to respect, protect life
Robin Gomes 26 November 2019
Outgoing Apostolic Nuncio to the Philippines, Archbishop Gabriele Caccia, celebrated the Solemnity of Christ the King on November 24 at the St. Vincent Ferrer Prayer Park in Bayombong.
After finishing his duties in Manila, Archbishop Caccia is expected to assume his new post in New York on Jan. 16, 2020.

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Philippine Ambassador: Issues raised by Pope crucial to Filipinos
With Audio - Interview
Ambassador Grace Relucio-Princesa of the Philippines to the Holy See spoke to Vatican News about some of the issues that Pope Francis raised in his address to the diplomatic corps on Jan. 7. 2019.

Cardinal Bishop, Cardinal Deacon, Cardinal Priest: What’s the Difference?
Julie Bosman
The three ranks of cardinals are cardinal bishop, cardinal deacon, and cardinal priest. Only six cardinals hold the title of cardinal bishop. Each cardinal bishop holds jurisdiction over a church in a suburb of Rome. These cardinals work in departments of the Roman Curia, the central administration of the church.

The Cradle of the Philippine Church and Seat of Far-East Christianity

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List of current Filipino archbishops

Since the arrival of Spanish colonists in the Philippines, the role of Catholicism has remained strong in various elements of Philippine culture. Despite the claim of the government that there exists separation between church and state, the Catholic Church still holds influence in political action that has significant consequences for much of the population.

Catholic churches in Mindanao are working actively to transform conflict and build peace. Churches are promoting interreligious dialogue, implementing peace education programs, assisting conflict victims, declaring peace zones, and contributing to peace advocacy with the government and other civil society groups.

Metropolitan Archdiocese of Manila

Metropolitan Archdiocese
In the Latin Church, an ecclesiastical province, composed of several neighbouring dioceses, is headed by a metropolitan, the archbishop of the diocese designated by the Pope. The other bishops are known as suffragan bishops.

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Pope Francis names Roberto Gaa as bishop of Novaliches
Paterno Esmaquel II June 06, 2019
Novaliches Bishop-elect Roberto Gaa is set to replace Antonio Tobias, who is past the retirement age of 75

territories the cities of Parañaque, Las Piñas, and Muntinlupa

Pope names new bishop of Daet
Kurt Dela Peña January 02, 2019
Pope Francis on Wednesday, January 2 named Rev. Fr. Rex Andrew Alarcon of the Caceres archdiocese as the new bishop of Daet in Camarines Norte.

Pope Francis on Friday appointed bishop in the Philippines
18 October 2019
Pope Francis on Friday transferred Bishop Ricardo L. Baccay of Alaminos to the Archdiocese of Tuguegarao as archbishop. He takes the place of Archbishop Sergio Utleg of Tuguegarao, who reached the retirement age of 75 last year.

Pope appoints new bishop in the Philippine Diocese of Sorsogon
15 October 2019
Pope Francis on October 15 appointed Father Jose Alan V. Dialogo as the new Bishop of Sorsogon.

New appointment for Archdiocese of Cagayan de Oro
Vatican News 23 June 2020
Pope Francis appoints Bishop Jose A. Cabantan to the Metropolitan Archdiocese of Cagayan de Oro, Philippines.

Pope Francis names Cainta priest as new auxiliary bishop of Antipolo
by Paterno Esmaquel II July 11, 2018
Father Nolly Buco is the first priest from the Diocese of Antipolo to become a bishop. He is parish priest of Our Lady of Light Parish in Cainta, Rizal.

Jaro Cathedral

Pope appoints new archbishop in Cotabato in the Philippines
06 November 2018
Bishop Angelito R. Lampon, the Vicar Apostolic of Jolo, is the new Archbishop of Cotabato.

The Diocese of Talibon comprises half of the civil province of Bohol

Pope Francis' gift to the Philippines: The 'listening' cardinal from Capiz
Dec 27, 2020 Paterno R. Esmaquel II
The key to understanding Cardinal Jose Advincula, the first prince of the Church from Capiz, is found in his motto as bishop: 'Audiam,' which means 'I will listen'

Pope elevates Capiz archbishop Advincula as cardinal
November 29, 2020 Leslie Ann Aquino
Pope Francis formally elevated Archbishop Jose Advincula of Capiz to cardinal during a consistory at the Vatican last Saturday.

It's official: Capiz Archbishop Jose Advincula now a cardinal
Nov 28, 2020 Paterno R. Esmaquel II
Cardinal Jose Advincula of Capiz is proof that Pope Francis wants to get closer to the world’s ‘peripheries’ – beyond traditional centers of power like Manila and Cebu

Pope warns 13 new cardinals, including Capiz archbishop, vs 'eminence'
Nov 29, 2020
Archbishop Jose Advincula, the first cardinal from Capiz in the Philippines, joins the Vatican ceremony via livestream
Pope Francis created 13 new cardinals on Saturday, November 28 – including the first cardinal from Capiz in the Philippines – putting his personal stamp on the body that will one day choose his successor.

28 November: an unprecedented Consistory in times of Covid-19
The Vatican confirms that two Cardinals-designate will not be present in Rome on Saturday to receive their red hats from Pope Francis.
Vatican News staff 24 November 2020
The Holy See Press Office said on Monday that Cardinal-designate Cornelius Sim, the Apostolic Vicar of Brunei, and Cardinal-designate Jose F. Advincula of Capiz, in the Philippines, would not be able to attend the Consistory in the Vatican because of travel restrictions related to the coronavirus pandemic

The Video: 28 November 2020 Ordinary Public Consistory Pope Francis
Nov 28, 2020 Vatican News - English
From St. Peter's Basilica, Ordinary Public Consistory for the creation of new Cardinals

Pope urges new cardinals to stay on the Lord’s road
Vatican News 28 November 2020
Pope Francis urged new cardinals he created on Saturday not to stray away from “journeying on God’s road”. The red colour of the cardinals’ attire, which symbolizes blood, he warned, “can, for a worldly spirit, become the colour of a secular ‘eminence’”.

Cardinal-elect Advincula: Appointment Pope’s way of conveying to people Church’s presence in peripheries
October 29, 2020 Leslie Ann Aquino
Cardinal-elect Jose Advincula of Capiz said his appointment might be Pope Francis’ way of conveying to the people the presence of the Church in the peripheries.

Cardinal-designate Advincula: Pope wants Church to tend to “peripheries”
Vatican News staff writer 27 October 2020
In an interview with Vatican News, Filipino Cardinal-designate Jose Advincula of Capiz explains why he thinks Pope Francis chose him to be a Cardinal.

Pope Francis appoints Capiz Archbishop Advincula as new cardinal
Darryl John Esguerra October 25, 2020
Pope Francis has appointed Capiz Archbishop Jose Advincula as one of his 13 new cardinals, according to the Catholic Bishops Conference of the Philippines (CBCP).

Pope Francis bypasses Cebu, names first Filipino cardinal from Capiz
Oct 25, 2020 Paterno R. Esmaquel II
Capiz Archbishop Jose Advincula, 68, is set to become the Philippines' only cardinal-elector in the next conclave aside from Luis Antonio Tagle

'Maybe an error': How Pope Francis surprised the 1st cardinal from Capiz
Oct 26, 2020 Paterno R. Esmaquel II
He thought the Vatican just got the names wrong.
Capiz Archbishop Jose Advincula Jr, 68, was with two priests – and away from his cellphone – when Pope Francis read his name along with 12 others from the window of the papal apartments at the Vatican.

Monsignor Louie Patalinghug Galbines succeeds Bishop Patricio Abella Buzon, who was made bishop of Bacolod in May 2016

The Vatican announces the appointment of Tagum Bishop-elect Medel Aseo on the same day he marks his 39th year as a priest

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Reverend Father Police Senior Superintendent Jason Ortizo shares the highs and lows of being a cop-priest for the Philippine National Police.

"Hashtag blessed" was how Archbishop Socrates Villegas, protégé of the late Manila Archbishop Jaime Cardinal Sin, described his 4 years as president of the Catholic Bishops' Conference of the Philippines (CBCP).

The Video: CBCP president Valles 'recuperating well' from stroke
Jul 19, 2020 ABS-CBN News
The president of the Catholic Bishops' Conference of the Philippines (CBCP), Davao Archbishop Romulo Valles, is "recuperating well" after suffering from stroke, an official said Monday.

Davao Archbishop Romulo Valles says there was 'no conflict' between the local church and Rodrigo Duterte when he was Davao City mayor.

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Millennial priest uses TikTok to spread the Word of God
March 28, 2021 Gabriela Baron - with Video
Popularly known as “Father TikTok” to netizens, this local priest uses the social media platform to spread the Word of God.

6 million followers.
As the coronavirus pandemic forced places of worship to close across the Catholic-majority country, tech-savvy priests like Fiel Pareja turned the popular video-sharing platform TikTok into a virtual pulpit to connect with young believers.

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Saving the Asilo dela Milagrosa Chapel

Is it about time to abolish the vow of celibacy among Catholic priests? Three ordained priests, now married and with children, campaign for optional celibacy within the Roman Catholic Church.

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Cardinal Tagle warns vs cellphone addiction: 'Parang alipin na tayo'
Paterno Esmaquel II April 18, 2019
Manila Archbishop Luis Antonio Cardinal Tagle warned Catholics on Holy Thursday, April 18, against addiction to their cellphones, saying it is a form of slavery and a subtle kind of "imprisonment."

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This is the list of cathedrals in the Philippines sorted by denomination.

Bridge burning bridges: Why the China-funded Binondo-Intramuros structure is controversial
Rosette Adel Philstar April 30, 2019

The Our Lady of Mount Carmel and La Virgen Milagrosa de Badoc Shrines in Quezon City and Badoc, Ilocos Norte, respectively were granted the title 'minor basilica' by the Vatican - increasing the number of basilicas in the country to 15.

‘Minor basilica bestowment an honor that carries obligation of service’
September 15, 2020 Leslie Ann Aquino
Cubao Bishop Honesto Ongtioco said the declaration of the Santuario de San Pedro Bautista in Quezon City as a “minor basilica” is not only an honor and privilege but also carries with it the obligation to serve.

Pope elevates 2 PH churches to ‘minor basilicas’
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the ecclesiastical seat of the Metropolitan Archdiocese of Cebu in Cebu. Cebu was established as a diocese on August 14, 1595.

Ciscara’s Plan for the Cebu Cathedral
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Tabor Hill chapel
Apr 11, 2017

The Chapel of Holy Relics in Tabor Hill, Barangay Talamban, Cebu City is now home to more than 4,000 relics, after the Vatican added 2,040 more artifacts.

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Exploring the relics at Quiapo’s Ocampo Compound
Alecs Ongcal January 09, 2016
FORGOTTEN ICONS. Don Peping's treasures are abandoned at the Ocampo Compound.
The Black Nazarene isn't the only icon in Quiapo – the Ocampo Compound is a treasure trove of relics, myths, and legends

Silsilah Dialogue Movement in Quiapo Church, an office promoting peace between Christians and Muslims

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The tree of St. Francis
Vic Jocson Columna October 17, 2020
The more than 12-year-old circular gazebo in front of the two-and-a-half century-old Saint Francis of Assisi Parish in the poblacion of the City of General Trias, Cavite, is not in the original blueprint of the church. The place where the gazebo stands was purposely constructed to shield from the elements the icon of Saint Francis of Assisi that was carved from a fallen heritage acacia tree, which had previously stood on the spot for more than a century.

is the Roman Catholic church of the Ateneo de Manila University campus in Quezon City in the
Philippines. The landmark was designed by Jose Pedro Recio and Carmelo Casas. The edifice’s massive triangular structure symbolizes the Holy Trinity, as well as the three-fold mission and vision of the school.

"National Museum declares Apung Santo Cristo a cultural property"
One of the oldest crosses in the country has been declared a cultural property of the National Museum. Sep 14, 2015

the Video: Saint Padre Pio
Dec 30, 2018
"Matanglawin" learns more about Saint Padre Pio's stigmata and incorrupt heart.

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'Everything is grace!': Loboc Church now officially affiliated to Papal Basilica of St. Mary Major in Rome
May 22, 2021 Charissa Luci-Atienza
St. Peter the Apostle Parish and Diocesan Shrine of Our Lady of Guadalupe de Extremadura, popularly known as Loboc Church, has officially been affiliated to the Papal Basilica of St. Mary Major in Rome.

Aware of its role in the salvific mission of the Holy Church and of its special apostolic mission concerning the Chinese-Filipino, the Mary the Queen Parish Community shall promote and foster the total Christian formation of its parishioners.

For more than 400 years the pilgrimage to the Shrine of Our Lady of Piat has been a significant event in the lives of devotees of the people in the Cagayan Look more above about "Our lady of Piat" HERE

A Traditional Roman Catholic who propagate celebrating the Tridentine Mass throughout the world especially in the Philippines Mission.

Pope Francis appointee installed as new Jolo apostolic vicar
July 17, 2020, Leslie Ann Aquino
Bishop Charlie Inzon was formally installed as apostolic vicar of Jolo on Thursday, July 16

LIST: Jolo Cathedral bombings, attacks since 2000
Jodesz Gavilan January 27, 2019
The Cathedral of Our Lady of Mount Carmel in Jolo, Sulu, has been the target of many attacks through the years

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Bato church, oldest church in Catanduanes, suffers major damage due to typhoon Rolly
November 4, 2020 Hanah Tabios
While the restoration efforts are still in its final stages, St. John the Baptist Church, the oldest church in the province of Catanduanes suffered major damage during the onslaught of the Super Typhoon Rolly.

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also known as the St. Augustine Church in Paoay is a historical church located in Paoay, Ilocos Norte.

UNESCO's World Heritage

One of the four barouque churches in the Philippines is the Miagao Church or the Church of Santo Tomas de Villanueva declared as one of UNESCOs World Heritage Sites. It has an amazing structure that stood the test of time. Built in 1787 and later damaged by fire and earthquake and restored in the 1960s

Stone churches were meant to withstand time but this one in the town of Moalboal did not. Well it did not because it was not made of stones in the first place.

St. Gregory The Great Church, Ginatilan
St. Michael Archangel Church, Samboan
St. Francis Xavier Church, Alegria
St. Michael the Archangel, Argao
St. Francis Of Assisi Church, Dumanjug
San Guillermo el Ermitaño, Dalaguete
San Nicolas de Tolentino, Malabuyoc
Patrocinio de Maria Church, Boljoon
Our Lady of Immaculate Conception Church, Oslob

Churches are not only the center of faith. They also manifest another side of artistry. With this episode of Kabilin entitled BALAANONG MUGNA, together let us appreciate art in and out of the different churches in Cebu. Host: Archaeologist and Professor Jojo Bersales.

The bell's inscription, of course, is in Spanish, and says: I´m the voice of God Which I will carry and exalt from one extreme to the end of this town of Panay an so those faithful in Jesus Christ will come to this house of God to receive the heavenly grace

The wooden altar, pulpit and main portal are fine examples of early Filipino craftsmanship.

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formally Jaro Metropolitan Cathedral and the National Shrine of Our Lady of the Candles (Spanish: Santuario Nacional de Nuestra Señora de la Candelaria), is the seat of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Jaro. It is located in the district of Jaro in Iloilo City, Iloilo

Nuestra Señora de la Candelaria de Jaro

Candlemas

Video featuring highlights of the Molo Church dedicated to Sta Ana/St Anne in Molo, Iloilo, Philippines. Besides its well-preserved Gothic Renaissance architecture, the church is also interesting for its renown as 'The Church of Women', 'Simbahan ng Kababaihan' in Tagalog/Filipino for the 16 statues of women saints set upon columns that flank the church pews.

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Leonardo Y. Medroso, D.D.

Forgotten Filipinos - The Filipino genocide

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Makati

Baguio Cathedral
Our Lady of Atonement Cathedral

THE ONLY KNOWN CHURCH IN THE PHILIPPINES THAT HAS FOUR CAPILLA POSAS REMAINING INTACT UP TO THESE DAYS AT THE FOUR CORNERS OF ITS PLAZA

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Roman Catholic Diocese of Butuan

Spanish Colonial Churches in the Philippines

These four churches, the first of which was built by the Spanish in the late 16th century, are located in Manila, Santa Maria, Paoay and Miag-ao. Their unique architectural style is a reinterpretation of European Baroque by Chinese and Philippine craftsmen.
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For its pilot run last Heritage Month of May 2011, Filipino Heritage Festival, Inc., FHFI started with the 7-Days Central Visayas Heritage Pilgrimage covering the churches in Boljoon, Lapu lapu, Mandaue, Cebu Tri Cities, Dumaguete City, Bacong, Siquijor, Lazi, Larena (Bohol), Tagbilaran, Maribojoc, Loon, Loboc, and Baclayon. Msgr. Cris Garcia, SAP, HP is the pilgrimage Chaplain.

Business Administration Students from the University of Visayas, Cebu, and Australian documentary filmmaker Dunc Coleman, board a bus for a one day tour to the southern east coast of Cebu Island to visit five ancient catholic churches in their equally old and pastoral country towns.

A decades-old brass church bell has found its way back to its original Catholic Church parish here after being “away” for 65 years.

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The Video: Centuries-old Albay church sees 'worst' damage
Nov 5, 2020 CNN Philippines
Super Typhoon Rolly did not spare the 19th century St. John the Baptist Church in Tabaco City, Albay. A national cultural treasure, it served as an evacuation center of over a hundred families.

Archaeologists investigate ruins of 2-century-old Budiao Church in Albay
Edgar Allan M. Sembrano May 07, 2018
Archaeologists from the University of the Philippines - Archaeological Studies Program (UP-ASP) are excavating the ruins of the 18th-century Budiao Church in Daraga, Albay.

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Music - Songs - Hymns - Organs - Choirs etc. for many occasions

Songs - Hymns - Etc.

Tributes to Santo Niño

Choirs

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Filipino songs and lyrics for Holidays Traditions - Culture & Rituals etc. in the family and the church

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Apparitions - Miracles - Pilgrimage sites etc.

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To prevent the possible spread of the coronavirus disease (COVID-19), Legazpi Bishop Joel Baylon has ordered the temporary closure of two pilgrimage sites in Albay province.
These are the Shrine of the Divine Mercy and the Stations of the Cross at Kawa-Kawa Hill in the city of Ligao’s Tuburan village.

GMA Public Affairs Jul 18, 2019
Sandra Aguinaldo went to Israel to go back to the holy sites that witnessed the events of Jesus before his death and resurrection. Found there is Jesus' grave at the Chapel of the Angel, the Garden of Gethsemane, Mt. Zion and other religious locations. Revive these places giving life and proof to the sacrifices of our Creator in this documentary by Sandra Aguinaldo.

Howie Severino joins a group of pilgrims to visit the house said to be Mama Mary's last refuge.

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The statue of St. Joseph sleeping that Pope Francis keeps in his room

The formation of a national organization of men with a mission to spread the devotion to Saint Joseph in the country is one of the goals of the Philippine Catholic Church this year.
Bishop Broderick Pabillo, who heads the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of the Philippines Episcopal Commission on the Laity, said the group is among the legacies they want to leave for the ongoing Year of St. Joseph. 19 March, Saint Joseph's Day, has been the principal feast day of Saint Joseph

The season of Lent is a time for healing, both physically and spiritually. In Manaoag, Pangasinan, the healers and the sick come together for the miraculous water of the Virgin’s Well.

PHOTOS: Marian Orchard, Balete, Batangas

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Marian Orchard sa Balete, Batangas, perfect gawing pilgrimage site
GMA Public Affairs Apr 8, 2019
Naghahanap ba kayo ng puwedeng mapuntahang pilgrimage site? Perfect for prayer and reflection ang Marian Orchard sa Balete, Batangas na binisita ni Mariz Umali kung saan makikita rito ang ilang European-inspired gardens.

Marian Orchard, Batangas
Shaina M Mar 18, 2018
One of the churches you can visit this holy week in Batangas, 50 pesos entrance fee located in Tanuan, Batangas

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Visit these 12 pilgrimage sites close to Metro Manila
Jillian Cariola Published: March 17 2016
During your pilgrimage don’t forget to include these sites to your spiritual journey.

Ngayong umaga ay bumisita si Love Añover sa Regina Rica, isang sikat na pilgrim site sa Tanay, Rizal na dinarayo raw ng mga deboto lalo na tuwing Semana Santa. Aired: (March 16, 2018)

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THE R.C.I.A.
The Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults
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Ordo Initiationis Christianae Adultorum (OICA) is a process developed by the Catholic Church for prospective converts to Catholicism who are above the age of infant baptism. Candidates are gradually introduced to aspects of Catholic beliefs and practices. The basic process applies to adults and older children, with younger children initiated through an adapted version sometimes incorrectly referred to as the Rite of Christian Initiation of Children (RCIC).

The RCIA Process
How to become Catholic through RCIA - Rite of Christian Initiation of Adults. Learn why someone should become Catholic and how to narrow down all religions to one in five key questions

This organization is the organization of Pastors converted and became committed to serve the mother church, the Roman Catholic Church

The Permanent Mission of the Holy See to the Organization for Security and Cooperation in Europe (OSCE) advocates for freedom of expression for the media, especially in regards to religion

This discussion may shake your faith or make it stronger. Historian Leloy Claudio questions the tenets of some religions.
Sociologist and development studies associate professor Jayeel Cornelio and Hebrew scriptures scholar and theology teacher Rico Villanueva discuss the controversial topic of Christians "meddling" in politics. Look also this article

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More than 5,000 Catholics concluded the Philippine Conference on New Evangelization (PCNE) on Sunday in the capital, Manila, recognizing the need to accompany young people in their search for role models.

Aboard the Papal plane, Kara David gets an audience with the Pope where she shares the story of Lola Petra, the oldest female inmate in the Philippines' correctional facility for women. Date aired: February 7, 2015

Family plays a crucial role in the society. It's the basic building block of a community. But challenges are no stranger to any family and it adversely affects its members, and in consequently, pose risks to the society as a whole. This TV special tackles how saving a family can build a strong society.

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On March 13, 2013, Jorge Mario Bergoglio was elected to the Chair of St. Peter. He is the first Jesuit, the first Latin-American Pope, and the first with the name Francis. These eight years of his Pontificate have been marked by initiatives and reforms to engage all Christians in a new missionary impetus with the goal of bringing the love of Jesus to all humanity.

Pope reiterates desire that women participate more in Church responsibility
Devin Watkins 11 October 2020
Pope Francis on Sunday reiterates his prayer intention for the month of October, and expresses his desire that lay people may participate more in areas of responsibility in the Church.

Pope shakes up cardinals with further Vatican reform
Pope Francis limits the college dean's term to two five-year terms – a change from current rules that allow the dean to remain in post as long as he chooses

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A common thread links Pope Francis' keynote speeches given in Baku, Cairo and Ur, which indicate the need for an authentic religiosity to worship God and love our brothers and sisters, and a concrete commitment to justice and peace.

Pope Francis prays for victims of deadly Philippines typhoon
26 December 2019
Pope Francis prays for the victims of Typhoon Phanfone which swept across the Philippines.
“I join in the suffering that has struck the dear people of the Philippines due to Typhoon Phanfone”, said the Pope.
Before inviting the faithful gathered in St Peter’s Square to recite the Hail Mary Prayer, he assured them of his own prayers, “for the numerous victims, for the wounded and for their families”.

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The Vatican Press Office releases details of Pope Francis‘ commitments for Christmas and New Year celebrations in the Vatican.

'We need to unmask what could be called the 'snake-tactics' used by those who disguise themselves in order to strike

The Roman Catholic church - The Pope and the Vatican

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In the Heart of the Vatican
Mar 30, 2021 Vatican News - English
The wonders of the Vatican unfold before your eyes: from St Peter's Basilica to the Vatican Museums and Gardens to behind the scenes footage of the people who work in Vatican City State every day

The Video: How does the Vatican make its euro coins?
Feb 25, 2021 ROME REPORTS in English

A curia is an official body that governs a particular Church in the Catholic Church. These curias range from the relatively simple diocesan curia, to the larger patriarchal curias, to the Roman Curia, which is the central government of the Catholic Church.

Christmas Greetings of the Holy Father to the Roman Curia
Benediction Hall December 21, 2020 - with Video

We feature here the Vatican Secretariat of State with an interview with Cardinal Secretary of State Pietro Parolin.

Vatican launches live translation app for papal events
Agence France-Presse July 28, 2018
The app translates Italian, the language the Pope usually uses when addressing the faithful, into Spanish, English, French, German, and Portuguese

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'Personally I think that celibacy is a gift to the Church. Secondly, I don't think optional celibacy should be allowed. No,' says Pope Francis
Pope Francis said Monday, January 28, celibacy for priests was a "gift to the Church" and not "optional," nixing the prospect of married men being ordained.

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Pope Francis on Instagram and the Video Mar 21, 2016 “Franciscus” has over a ½million followers on Instagram

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Pope Benedict XVI: A Living Church in the Philippines

The Urbi et Orbi address and blessing are given each Easter and Christmas from the central loggia of Saint Peter's Basilica in Rome, at noontime and are broadcast worldwide.
Since 1985, this indulgence is granted not only to the people in Saint Peter's Square but also to those who, though unable to be physically present, "piously follow" it by radio or television.

A papal conclave is a gathering of the College of Cardinals convened to elect a bishop of Rome, also known as the pope. The pope is considered by Catholics to be the apostolic successor of Saint Peter and earthly head of the Catholic Church.

The Video: Tailor shop in center of Rome prepares for upcoming consistory
Nov 22, 2020 ROME REPORTS in English

'I have special admiration for Filipinos' - Pope Francis
October 25, 2015

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In another signal of the openness of his papacy, Francis asked to marry 40 people from different social backgrounds who would be a realistic sample of modern couples.

Extraordinary Jubilee, The Global Holy Year Of Mercy

The Pope's statements on family - gay - etc.

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The Argentine pontiff says he was 'well aware of the pressure' that some women are under to abort. September 01, 2015
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On abortion, the Pope, priests should not dictate on women
Fritzie Rodriguez September 04, 2015
Calling abortion a sin does not help solve anything, and most definitely, giving priests the power to 'absolve' women does absolutely nothing!
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CBCP on Pope's decision: Abortion remains wrong
Paterno Esmaquel II September 03, 2015
Still, a Filipino archbishop says Pope Francis, through a recent decision, wants to show that ‘the mercy of God is bigger than the sin of abortion’
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Pope Francis announced earlier this year a Jubilee year – Holy year traditionally a time for remission and forgiveness – which will run from December 8 to November 20, 2016 and be celebrated not only in the Vatican but in dioceses across the world. - Look the below links

Conclusion of the Jubilee and about the Misericordia et Misera

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Cardinal Tagle opens Holy Door of the Manila Cathedral

Presentation of the Exhortation Amoris Laetitia - 2016.04.08
Press conference on the Post-synodal Apostolic Exhortation by Pope Francis "Amoris Laetitia" on Love in the Family.
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Pope Francis is calling for a compassionate Church open to "imperfect" Catholics in his much-awaited document on family and marriage, called "Amoris Laetitia," (The Joy of Love). Nathan Frandino reports.
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Card. Schönborn: “Amoris Laetitia” is not a rupture, it is a development of doctrine
“No one can be condemned forever,” is stated in the papal document referring also to the divorced.
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Pope's treatise on marriage and family welcomed
Visitors and experts say they welcome the pope's treatise on marriage and the family that calls for a less strict and more compassionate Catholic Church. Nathan Frandino reports.
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Seven curiosities about Amoris Laetitia, the Pope's document on the family
April 8, 2016. There are proposals for Valentine's Day, for dads and leisure.
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The Pope encourages the integration of the divorced in the Church
Apr 8, 2016
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"The Joy of Love"
Fr. Daniel P. Horan, OFM explores the introduction to Pope Francis's Apostolic Exhortation "Amoris Laetitia."
April 14, 2016

Pope Francis tells worshipers that those who remarry after a failed marriage should not be excommunicated, says "they still belong to the church." Rough Cut (no reporter narration). Aug 5, 2015

Couples who want to have an annulment will no longer have to wait years to get the permission from the Catholic Church. - ANC, The World Tonight, September 9, 2015

CBCP clarifies Pope’s stand on same-sex unions
Jodee A. Agoncillo October 27, 2020
Pope Francis remains consistent with the Catholic perspective on marriage and family, while refusing “to reject those who are unable to enter into marriage and build family because of circumstances in their lives,” the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of the Philippines (CBCP) said on Monday.

CBCP reaffirms Church’s stand on marriage and family
October 30, 2020 Hanah Tabios
The Catholic Bishops’ Conference of the Philippines (CBCP) remains consistent with the Church’s stand on marriage and family amid the backlash and confusion brought by Pope Francis’ new messaging on the issue about same-sex civil unions.

Pope Francis a fascinating figure with an incredible backstory that hasn’t been told in full until now. Rebel Pope is the definitive story of his rise to power. His radical views would stir controversy in some circles, but also put him in line to lead one of the world’s oldest and largest religious institutions. Get under the skin of this man of the people to find out how his inspiring beliefs evolved and what the influences were that shaped him on his path to the papacy.

Vatican's Commission for the Protection of Minors & Investigation of sexual abuse of minors to face Church judgement - Etc.

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New norms for the whole Church against those who abuse or cover up
09 May 2019
Pope Francis’ Motu proprio, "Vos estis lux mundi", establishes new procedures for reporting abuse and violence, and ensures that Bishops and Religious Superiors are held accountable for their actions
The Video: Motu Proprio on abuses: There is no longer immunity, no one is above the law.
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Pope Francis: Protecting children. Eradicating abuse
Vatican News 24 February 2019
In a major address on Sunday, Pope Francis contextualizes the “scourge” of abuse, and appeals for an “all-out battle against the abuse of minors, both sexually and in other areas.”

Protection of minors: Pastors need to touch, heal the wounds of victims
Robin Gomes February 21, 2019
Cardinal Luis Antonio Tagle opened the 3-day Meeting on the Protection of Minors in the Church on Thursday in the Vatican, speaking about the need for pastors to know and feel the pain of abuse victims and heal their wounds.

Protection of Minors: Card. Tagle, "their wounds ... my woundedness"
Vatican News February 21, 2019
In an interview at the Meeting on the Protection of Minors, Cardinal Luis Antonio Tagle says the Church must face the wounds of sexual abuse “together, with faith.”

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Introduction and 1st Relation - Cardinal Tagle 2019-02-21
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Cardinal Tagle on Protection of Minors in the Church: we will give a decisive response

Vatican releases details on Protection of Minors Meeting
Vatican News January 17, 2019
The Holy See Press Office issues further details of the February meeting and the Director ad interim communicates its aims and expectations.

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Video "The Pope's visit has an official logo"

Proclamation 936 declared January 15, 16 and 19, 2015 as holidays

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In this walk you will tour the biggest church in the world, St. Peter's Basilica. That being said, I know I didn't see everything and I probably missed a few major sites but I hope you can enjoy the walk regardless.

The Holy Stairs revealed

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The Video: Pope asks to protect devotions to Our Lady and the saints from mafioso influences
Aug 21, 2020 ROME REPORTS in English

Monsignor Alejandro Aclan of Pasay City is appointed auxiliary bishop of the Archdiocese of Los Angeles

Step Into the Vatican’s Secret Archives
Fifty-three miles of shelving. Thirty-five thousand volumes of catalogue. Twelve centuries worth of documents. Housed in one of the most iconic bastions of religion and culture ever, the Vatican’s Secret Archives are the stuff of historical legend - but their existence is absolutely real.

Pope resisted ring-kissing for fear of spreading germs
Agence France-Presse March 29, 2019
The Vatican says Pope Francis tries to stop people kissing his ring because he fears it could spread germs. This is in response to a viral video showing the Argentinian repeatedly withdrawing his hand from worshippers.

Reformation day: Pope Francis marks Luther anniversary in Sweden

 ‘A promiscuous she-pope with a dilated cervix’: the legend of Pope Joan
February 22, 2021
If Pope Joan - the infamous female pope of the 9th century - didn’t exist, you can see why someone would have had to invent her.
For the Catholic Church, she became a story of why women should not be allowed to hold power.

The Vatican Radio website is available in 38 languages incl. filipino.

The Video: Rome Reports English - mobile APP
Jan 31, 2019
With the click of a button, relive the best moments of key pontificates like Pope Francis, Pope Benedict XVI and Pope John Paul II.
Thanks to "Rome Reports Premium," you will be able to see our agency's exclusive content: documentaries, special reports, historical content, art, music and much more.

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When 'secular state' becomes the reason that religion can no longer publicly manifest itself, that is most assuredly a threat to liberty

About Philippines recommend to follow this

About Philippines thinks: not much have changed here in 2018

The moment has come for the laity to put forward a unified response to the need to preserve Catholic values.

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It is an accredited National Lay Organization of the Council of the Laity of the Philippines

Philippine - Filipinas

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...how small things, given with great love and concern for others, can change the world for the better, specially the poor...

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St. Andrew is e.g. the patron saint of Manila and many more parish  cities in the Philippines

AMA (Associate Missionaries of the Assumption) Volunteer Program, Philippines

a Roman Catholic non-stock, non-profit, lay foundation comprised of 10 businessmen and professionals, devoted to explaining and defending Catholic doctrine.

also known as the Medal of the Immaculate Conception, is a medal originated by Saint Catherine Labouré following her reported vision of the Blessed Virgin Mary

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