By Chona A. Pintor May 31, 2025 – Ligao City, Albay The Feast of the Visitation of the Blessed Virgin Mary, marked a significant milestone in the lives of three devoted servants of God. The ordination ceremony highlighted Rev. Francis Xavier Nguyen, O.R.C., a Vietnamese priest from Thanh Son Parish, Xuan Loc Diocese, Dong Nai […]
May 21, 2025 – Ligao City, Albay, Philippines – In a powerful display of faith and unity, St. Stephen the Protomartyr Parish led this week’s Wednesday Family Rosary in front of the venerated image of Our Lady of the Immaculate Conception, drawing together families, religious organizations, ministries, lay faithful and parishioners in a spiritual gathering.
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In every election cycle, much of the spotlight falls on candidates, campaign rallies, and the results. Yet, behind the scenes, thousands of committed individuals work tirelessly to uphold the integrity of the electoral process. Among them are the dedicated volunteers of the Parish Pastoral Council for Responsible Voting (PPCRV)— true champions of clean, honest, accurate,
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The St. Stephen Protomartyr Parish #BantayBalota2025 Special Coverage was a remarkable success, marked by unity, dedication, and unwavering service. This milestone event showcased the power of community and faith in action, as the parish played its part in ensuring a well-informed and peaceful electoral process. At the heart of this achievement were the Parokya Patrollers—a
Ligao City is set to witness a profound expression of Marian devotion as the St. Stephen the Protomartyr Parish launches the 1st Marian Procession and the 2nd Marian Exhibit under the unifying theme, “Mater Spei” – Mother of Hope. This heartfelt celebration invites all faithful to come together in prayer, reverence, and cultural celebration in
By Ana Liza L. Revidad, Parokya Patroller In a touching testament to faith and unity, the local parish community is extending an open invitation to all faithful to join the recitation of the Holy Rosary this coming May 21, 2025 at 9:00 in the evening. This spiritual gathering is more than just a moment of
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Vatican City — May 2025 In a moment of profound spiritual and historical significance, white smoke billowed from the Sistine Chapel chimney, signaling to the world that the Catholic Church had chosen a new leader. Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost, now Pope Leo XIV, has been elected as the 267th Pope of the Roman Catholic Church,
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With hearts full of joy and gratitude, we come together as one faith community to celebrate the upcoming priestly ordination of our beloved brothers in Christ – Rev. John Bosco Jaucian, ORC and Rev. John Berchmans Embudo, ORC on May 31, 2025 at 9:00 in the morning at the Parish of St. Stephen the Protomartyr.
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St. Stephen the Protomartyr Parish conducted Basic Bible Seminar (BBS) last May 3-4, 2025, held at the Parish Hall. The BBS opened with great enthusiasm as participants gathered for a day of learning, reflection, and fellowship. The day began with arrival and registration, warmly welcoming attendees from various ministries and organizations. The Opening Liturgy, led
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This evening, April 16, 2025, the parish community of St. Stephen the Protomartyr came together to commemorate the sacrifice and devotion of our Lord Jesus Christ, utilizing the revered image of the Black Nazarene graciously provided by the family of the late Ex Mayor Max Peralta. Immediately after the last Mass (5:15 – 6:15 PM),
