The First Holy Communion catechesis for Grade Four pupils from 21 public elementary schools in the parish has commenced to prepare the candidates to receive Jesus through the Sacrament of the Holy Eucharist. Simulation activities such as executing the Sign of the Cross with reverence, kneeling down, reciting the Lord’ s Prayer (OUR FATHER) fervently […]
Today, March 10, 2025, marks the beginning of our novena to St. Joseph, lovingly led by our President, Jose Capinpin, and the St. Joseph Association of St. Stephen the Protomartyr Parish in Ligao City. We invite all members of our parish community, as well as members of other Religious Groups, and the Barangay Pastoral Council
Temporalities at the Forefront: Ensuring the Vitality of Our Parish On February 8, 2025, a significant meeting of the Commission on Temporalities at St. Stephen the Protomartyr Parish was held with the Barangay Pastoral Coordinators on Temporalities in attendance. The agenda for the meeting was centered on the timely submission of essential reports that would
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Today, March 5, 2025, the Parish of St. Stephen the Protomartyr in Ligao City, Albay, led by Rev. Fr. Paulo B. Barandon, observed Ash Wednesday, marking the commencement of the Lenten season—a period dedicated to fasting, prayer, and penance. Ash Wednesday is a significant day in the liturgical calendar, symbolizing human mortality and the call
February 25, 2025, the Parish Pastoral Council of the St. Stephen the Protomartyr Parish reconvened to review the ongoing commission activities and planned for the upcoming Liturgical Year 2025. The meeting was attended by our parish priest, Fr. Paulo B. Barandon, PPC members, commission heads, and parish staff, and was held at Lanily Private Resort
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St. Stephen the Proto-martyr Parish has welcomed two deacons, Rev. John Perillo-Embudo and Rev. John Bosco Jaucian, who will be assigned to the parish from February 15 to May 31, 2025. Rev. Embudo is from Mahaba, and Rev. Jaucian is from Dunao, both in Ligao City. They are members of the Order of
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March 4, 2025, Ligao City, Albay A total of 93 probationers and parolees from the Third District of Albay under the supervision of Mr. Bernardino Matamorosa, Chief Probation Officer, Mr. Yul Anjelo R. Bello, Senior Probation Officer, Ms. Lorelyn T. Floranza, Senior Probation Officer, and Ms. Zoe T. Hilutin, Administrative Aide IV, of the Ligao
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In a remarkable display of unity and dedication, St. Stephen Parish has successfully acquired a brand-new sound system, significantly enhancing the worship experience for its parishioners. This achievement was made possible through the unwavering commitment of the Parish Priest, Rev. Fr. Paulo B. Barandon, and the Parish Pastoral Council, who spearheaded the initiative to modernize
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After the joyful yet busy celebrations of December—including Simbang Gabi, Misa de Gallo, Christmas, the Fiesta in honor of St. Stephen the Protomartyr, and New Year—the Ministry of Lectors and Commentators of St. Stephen the Protomartyr Parish gathered for a meeting on February 21, 2025, at 5:00 PM in the Parish Formation Hall. The meeting
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In a significant event marking the Jubilee Year 2025, the faithful of the Filipino-Chinese Personal Parish Church and Diocesan Shrine of St. Jude Thaddeus from Legazpi City embarked on a pilgrimage to the historic St. Stephen the Protomartyr Parish in Ligao City, Albay today, February 21, 2025. This visit underscores the unity and devotion of
