Encl. CBCP - Episcopal Comission on the Clergy circular letter on Saint John Vianney Sunday
July 31, 2026
Dear Brother Priests, Consecrated Persons, and Lay Faithful of the Diocese of Imus,
The celebration of Saint John Marie Vianney Sunday, Patron Saint of Parish Priests, will be held on the 2nd of August 2026, which is the closest Sunday to his feast day.
This annual observance is a grace-filled occaision as we honor the gift of the vocation to the priesthood and pray for the sanctification of priests as they strive grow in perfect charity.
A special collection will also be held during anticipated and Sunday Masses in all parishes
The proceeds will support the ongoing formation of priests, the programs of the John Mary Vianney Galilee Development and Retreat Center in Tagaytay City, and assistance for priest in need.
Kindly remit the collections promptly to the Diocesean Finance Office.
Given at the Chancery Office, City of Imus, Cavite on the 30th of July 2026.
Sincerly in Christ,
+REYNALDO G. EVANGELISTA, D.D.
Bishop of Imus
General CastaƱeda St, Pob-1A
City of Imus, Cavite, 4103
Email: [email protected]
Phone: (046) 471-2786