“Go into the whole world and proclaim the Gospel to every creature.”

 -Mark 16:15 (NABRE)-

These words of Jesus are not only a command to His first disciples—they are also a mission entrusted to all of us today. Even as He ascended into heaven, Christ sent His followers into the world to share the Good News. And today, that “world” includes the digital space.

The Church continues to find ways to bring the Gospel to people wherever they are—even on our screens. Whether through social media, livestreams, podcasts, or online communities, the mission remains the same: to proclaim Christ.

But did you know that long before TikTok, Facebook, YouTube, or podcasts existed, the Church already recognized the power of communication?

During the Second Vatican Council, the Church was called to open its doors to the modern world through a process of “updating” (aggiornamento). This renewed vision led the Church to find new and clearer ways to communicate the Gospel.

One important fruit of this renewal is a document called Inter Mirifica, which means “Among the Wonderful.” Promulgated by Pope Paul VI on December 4, 1963, it is the Church’s first document entirely focused on social communications. Even though it was written long before the internet, its message remains relevant today.

Inter Mirifica teaches us that media and communication are gifts from God. When used well, they can help spread truth, educate minds, build unity, and share the Gospel. But the Church also reminds us that these same tools can be misused—to spread lies, hatred, division, and immorality.  Because of this, Pope Paul VI encouraged the Church to reflect deeply on the role of media. He called for an annual celebration dedicated to promoting awareness, prayer, and support for social communications.

This became what we now celebrate as the World Day of Social Communications, first observed in 1967 with the theme “The Church and Social Communication.”

In his message, Pope Paul VI recognized the growing influence of communication tools—from newspapers and radio to television and emerging technologies of his time. He believed that the Church must actively engage these platforms for evangelization, truth-telling, moral formation, and the promotion of unity and human dignity.

He also called on everyone—journalists, educators, parents, public leaders, and especially young people—to use media responsibly and ethically. For those working in media, he reminded them of their mission: to become instruments of truth, goodness, peace, and respect for human dignity.

Through the years, the celebration has continued to evolve. From traditional media like print, radio, and television, we have now entered a world of digital media—social networks, influencers, artificial intelligence, and beyond. Yet the message remains the same: to proclaim the truth with charity.

Today, the Church continues to guide us in facing modern challenges such as misinformation, digital responsibility, online behavior, and the ethical use of technology. The Church sees communication not just as a tool, but as a powerful force that shapes culture, relationships, public opinion, and even faith. That is why we are all called to use media with responsibility—and with purpose.

The World Day of Social Communications reminds us that every Catholic communicator—whether a professional journalist, a student, a volunteer, or a simple content creator—has a mission. We are not only called to inform. We are called to inspire.

In a world filled with noise and confusion, the Church invites us to become voices of truth, hope, and communion.

As Catholics present in the digital world, we are invited to become responsible digital missionaries—sharing only what is true, good, and beautiful. Because in every post, every message, and every story we share, we have the chance to proclaim Christ.

Written by: Flor Cagas | Social Communications, Diocese of Imus

 Sources: 

https://www.vaticannews.va/en/vatican-city/news/2022-10/vatican-ii-council-60th-anniversary-video-history-background.html

https://www.vatican.va/archive/hist_councils/ii_vatican_council/documents/vat-ii_decree_19631204_inter-mirifica_en.html

https://www.vatican.va/content/paul-vi/en/messages/communications/documents/hf_p-vi_mes_19670507_i-com-day.html

On January 24, 2026, during the feast day of St. Francis de Sales, the patron saint of journalists, Pope Leo released his message for the 6Oth World Communications Day which highlights the uniqueness and sanctity of human voices and faces. He also emphasized the preservation of human identity and dignity in the digital age, particularly on the rising use of artificial intelligence. 

At present, where is the Philippines in preserving the human voices and faces?

The Philippines, being one of the largest Catholic countries in the world, has responded actively and positively to Pope Leo's message for the 60th World Day for Social Communications titled, "Preserving Human Voices and Faces." The Philippines' response includes the following:

 INTENSIFIED CHURCH LEADERSHIP AND CATHOLIC MEDIA GROUPS AND DISCUSSIONS  

The Filipino bishops, diocesan communications offices, media group and Catholic schools have echoed Pope Leo's warning that technology should "serve the human person, not replace it." The different Catholic organizations in the country heightened the discussions and implementations of ethical use of AI, intensified campaigns against misinformation and fake news, responsible use of social media and preserving authentic human relationships online. The Philippines being regarded as among the highest social media user in the world now takes the center stage in modern evangelization with the presence of numerous digital evangelizing groups and pages, but must take serious steps in elevating the responsible and conscientious on the use of it.

 STRENGTHENING MEDIA LITERACY EFFORTS

The need for “Media and Artificial Intelligence Literacy” was emphasized by Pope Leo aiming to assist people critically understand algorithms and online manipulation. Here in the Philippines, Catholic schools administered by Diocesan priests and different religious congregations have been promoting digital citizenship, fact-checking, ethical journalism and responsible online communications and information dissemination. Which closely aligns with the Pope’s call for education and discernment.

 FILIPINO PARTICIPATION IN VATICAN COMMUNICATION

The Philippines has a visible global role in Church communications. Many Filipino Church leaders continue to influence international Catholic communication efforts such as Luis Antonio Cardinal Tagle , the Pro-Prefect of the Dicastery for Evangelization who continue to influence Catholic communication efforts internationally and with San Pablo Bishop Marcelino Antonio Maralit Jr. as member of the Vatican’s Dicastery for Communication.

 PUBLIC CONCERN ABOUT AI AND MISINFORMATION

The concern of the Pope regarding AI-generated voices, fake images and manipulated content reflects issues which have already affected the Philippine society such as cyberbullying, deepfakes, online trolling and political disinformation. The Pope’s message have been connected to these local realities by some Filipino commentators and Catholic communicators, especially during public debates and election periods.

 FOCUS ON HUMAN-CENTERED COMMUNICATION

Pakikipagkapwa-tao (human solidarity and shared humanity) has long been emphasized by Filipino Catholic communities which resonates Pope Leo’s call to preserve the “face and voice” of every person. Filipino spirituality highly values compassion in communication, family connection, personal encounter and storytelling. 

Overall, the Philippines has long been responding to Pope Leo’s message not only as a religious teaching but also as an innate and normal way of life of connecting, valuing human relationships and encounter and continually promoting the truth amidst fast and robust technological advancements. 

Written by: Wency Provido | Social Communications, Diocese of Imus

𝐓𝐀𝐆𝐀𝐘𝐓𝐀𝐘 𝐂𝐈𝐓𝐘, 𝐂𝐀𝐕𝐈𝐓𝐄 — Isinagawa noong ika-09 ng Mayo 2026 sa Tahanan ng Mabuting Pastol Seminary ang Appropriation Session para sa mga Facilitators at Documentors ng Taon ng Pakikinig sa pangunguna ng Lay Formation Office ng Diyosesis ng Imus. Dinaluhan ito ng humigit-kumulang dalawampung tagapagpadaloy at tagapagtala na patuloy na nagsisilbi bilang katuwang ng ating diyosesis sa pakikinig sa tinig, kuwento, at karanasan ng sambayanan.

Sa kanyang mensahe, binigyang-diin ni Bb. AC Nuestro, Diocesan Lay Formation Office Animator, ang kahalagahan ng pagtahimik at pagninil

“𝙃𝙞𝙣𝙙𝙞 𝙢𝙖𝙩𝙖𝙩𝙖𝙬𝙖𝙧𝙖𝙣 𝙖𝙣𝙜 𝙞𝙣𝙮𝙤𝙣𝙜 𝙙𝙚𝙙𝙞𝙠𝙖𝙨𝙮𝙤𝙣 𝙖𝙩 𝙨𝙖𝙠𝙧𝙞𝙥𝙞𝙨𝙮𝙤𝙣𝙜 𝙞𝙣𝙞𝙖𝙡𝙖𝙮 𝙨𝙖 𝙗𝙖𝙬𝙖𝙩 𝙥𝙖𝙜𝙩𝙪𝙣𝙜𝙤 𝙣𝙞𝙣𝙮𝙤 𝙨𝙖 𝙞𝙗𝙖’𝙩 𝙞𝙗𝙖𝙣𝙜 𝙥𝙖𝙧𝙤𝙠𝙮𝙖. 𝙈𝙖𝙨𝙮𝙖𝙙𝙤 𝙣𝙖𝙣𝙜 𝙢𝙖𝙞𝙣𝙜𝙖𝙮 𝙖𝙣𝙜 𝙢𝙪𝙣𝙙𝙤; 𝙢𝙖𝙧𝙖𝙝𝙞𝙡 𝙖𝙮 𝙥𝙖𝙣𝙖𝙝𝙤𝙣 𝙪𝙥𝙖𝙣𝙜 𝙢𝙖𝙜𝙠𝙖𝙧𝙤𝙤𝙣 𝙩𝙖𝙮𝙤 𝙣𝙜 𝙨𝙖𝙣𝙙𝙖𝙡𝙞 𝙣𝙜 𝙠𝙖𝙩𝙖𝙝𝙞𝙢𝙞𝙠𝙖𝙣 𝙖𝙩 𝙥𝙖𝙜𝙣𝙞𝙣𝙞𝙡𝙖𝙮. 𝙃𝙪𝙬𝙖𝙜 𝙢𝙪𝙣𝙖 𝙩𝙖𝙮𝙤𝙣𝙜 𝙢𝙖𝙜𝙨𝙖𝙡𝙞𝙩𝙖—𝙨𝙖𝙥𝙖𝙜𝙠𝙖𝙩 𝙨𝙖 𝙥𝙖𝙣𝙖𝙝𝙤𝙣 𝙣𝙜𝙖𝙮𝙤𝙣, 𝙣𝙖𝙥𝙖𝙠𝙖𝙧𝙖𝙢𝙞 𝙣𝙖𝙣𝙜 𝙩𝙞𝙣𝙞𝙜 𝙣𝙖 𝙣𝙖𝙞𝙨 𝙢𝙖𝙧𝙞𝙣𝙞𝙜. 𝘽𝙞𝙡𝙖𝙣𝙜 𝙢𝙜𝙖 𝙡𝙞𝙣𝙜𝙠𝙤𝙙, 𝙢𝙖𝙝𝙖𝙡𝙖𝙜𝙖𝙣𝙜 𝙢𝙖𝙩𝙪𝙩𝙤 𝙢𝙪𝙣𝙖 𝙩𝙖𝙮𝙤𝙣𝙜 𝙢𝙖𝙠𝙞𝙣𝙞𝙜 𝙖𝙩 𝙢𝙖𝙜𝙣𝙞𝙡𝙖𝙮.”

 𝙡𝙞𝙣𝙜𝙠𝙤𝙙, 𝙢𝙖𝙝𝙖𝙡𝙖𝙜𝙖𝙣𝙜 𝙢𝙖𝙩𝙪𝙩𝙤 𝙢𝙪𝙣𝙖 𝙩𝙖𝙮𝙤𝙣𝙜 𝙢𝙖𝙠𝙞𝙣𝙞𝙜 𝙖𝙩 𝙢𝙖𝙜𝙣𝙞𝙡𝙖𝙮.”

Naging tampok din sa gawain ang pagbabahaginan ng karanasan at pagninilay ng mga kalahok hinggil sa kanilang misyon bilang mga tagapakinig ng sambayanan. Isa sa mga nagbahagi ang nagsabing,  “𝘼𝙣𝙜 𝙥𝙖𝙠𝙞𝙠𝙞𝙣𝙞𝙜 𝙖𝙮 𝙞𝙨𝙖𝙣𝙜 𝙥𝙖𝙜𝙝𝙞𝙡𝙤𝙢, 𝙖𝙩 𝙖𝙣𝙜 𝙥𝙖𝙜𝙝𝙞𝙡𝙤𝙢 𝙖𝙮 𝙞𝙨𝙖𝙣𝙜 𝙥𝙖𝙜𝙢𝙞𝙢𝙞𝙨𝙮𝙤𝙣.”

Naging makahulugan at mapagnilay na pagtitipon ang nasabing sesyon dahil sa pagkakataong paghinto, pananahimik, at pagninilay sa misyon ng bawat isa bilang lingkod ng Simbahan. Sa gitna ng katahimikan at taimtim na pagbabahaginan, muling binalikan ng mga kalahok ang kabuluhan ng kanilang tungkulin bilang mga tagapagpadaloy at tagapagtala ng mga karanasan, hinaing, at pag-asa ng iba’t ibang Ka-indayog ng diyosesis.

Sa pamamagitan ng kanilang paglilingkod bilang Facilitators at Documentors, patuloy nilang isinasabuhay ang paanyaya ng Simbahan tungo sa isang mapagkalinga, nakikinig, at nagkakaisang pamayanan. Higit pa sa pagtatala ng mga tinig at salaysay ng sambayanan, ang kanilang misyon ay maging daluyan ng pag-asa, malasakit, at presensya ng Simbahan sa bawat nakikinig at nakikibahagi sa kuwento ng kapwa.

Sa pagtatapos ng gawain, baon ng bawat kalahok ang panibagong sigla, inspirasyon, at mas malalim na pag-unawa sa kahalagahan ng pakikinig bilang mahalagang bahagi ng kanilang pagmimisyon at paglilingkod sa Simbahan.

Isinulat ni: Binea Jeverly C. Antang | Social Communications, Diocese of Imus

 Pagtatalaga ng Simbahan at Altar ng Pangdiyosesanong Dambana ni San Agustin at Parokya ng Sta. Cruz 

Payak, tahimik, lubhang mataimtim, puno ng pasasalamat, puspos ng biyaya, at tigib ng pag-asa. Ganito nga ang namayani sa pinagpalang Araw ng Pagtatalaga ng Simbahan at Altar ng Pandiyosesanong Dambana ni San Agustin at Parokya ng Sta. Cruz.

Noong ika-3 ng Mayo 2026, kasabay ng Pagdiriwang ng ika-1700 Kapistahan ng Pagkakatagpo sa Banal ng Krus ng ating Panginoong Hesus, naganap ang panibagong kasaysayan sa ating pananampalataya, debosyon, at kultura. Pormal nang itinalaga ang iniayos at pinagandang Dambana ni San Agustin at Parokya ng Sta. Cruz. Bunga ng pinagsama-samang pagmamalasakitan, pagtutulungan, sakripisyo, at panalangin, naging matagumpay ang pagdiriwang.

Sa pangunguna ng Lub. Kgg. Reynaldo G. Evangelista, D.D., Obispo ng Imus, kasama ang mga Paring Anak ng Tanza, ang kadiliman sa pagsisimula ng Rito ay sadyang nagdala ng liwanag at panibagong pag-asa sa Bahay Dalanginang magiging daluyan ng marami pang biyaya mula sa mga Sakramento. Ito ang masidhing paalaala sa atin na sa ating pagdedebosyon kay Tata Usteng, tayo ay kanyang sinasamahan. Tayo ang Bayan ng Diyos, ang mga binyagan at batong buhay na bumubuo sa templong espiritwal at banal.

Higit sa pisikal na gusali at magandang mga ornamento, ang malalim na hiwaga ay sumasaatin sapagkat tayong mga mananampalataya ang itinatalaga sa Diyos upang maghayag ng Mabuting Balita at ng mga kahanga-hanga Niyang gawa kung saan nananahan ang pag-ibig at nabubuklod ang sambayanan.

- Vicvic Llego, miyembro ng Ministri sa Pananaliksik at Komunikasyon ng Diocesan Shrine of San Agustin de Tanza) 

Kaisa mo po kami sa pagpupuri at pasasalamat sa Diyos sa biyaya ng buhay at paglilingkod na iyong patuloy na iniaalay para sa Simbahan.

Ang aming pagmamahal at panalangin ay laging nakalaan para sa inyong mabiyayang pagsisikap na pastulin at akayin ang sambayanan ng mga mananampalataya sa ating minamahal na diyosesis.

Nawa’y patuloy kayong pagkalooban ng Panginoon ng mabuting kalusugan, lakas, karunungan, at kapayapaan sa inyong paglilingkod.

Tagaytay City, Philippines — The Tagaytay Cluster Seminaries, composed of St. Augustine Major Seminary, the Mission Society of the Philippines, San Pablo Theological House of Formation, and Tahanan ng Mabuting Pastol, successfully hosted Kapatiran 2026, the annual gathering of member seminaries of the Seminarians Network of the Philippines, from March 20 to 22, 2026, at the Divine Word Seminary in Tagaytay City.

The three-day gathering commenced on March 20 with the arrival and registration of participants, followed by a welcome program that formally opened the event and set the tone for fraternity and collaboration among seminarians.

On the second day, participants engaged in a series of spiritual, cultural, and formative activities. The day began with a karakol procession from the Rogationist College Gymnasium to St. John Marie Vianney Parish in Silang, Cavite, embodying the event’s theme “Ta’ Karakol Na!” as a vibrant expression of faith and communal devotion. This was followed by a conference delivered by Rev. Fr. James M. Andes, MAT, Vice Chancellor of the Diocese of Imus.

The highlight of the morning was the celebration of the Holy Eucharist at St. John Marie Vianney Parish, presided over by Most Rev. Reynaldo G. Evangelista, D.D., Bishop of Imus. In the afternoon, participants took part in a guided tour and community visits, fostering a deeper appreciation of local ecclesial contexts.

The day concluded with Solemn Vespers at the SVD Holy Spirit Chapel, presided over by Very Rev. Reginaldo V. Lavilla, MSP, followed by dinner, a cultural night, and socialization activities that showcased the rich traditions and talents of the participating seminaries.

On the final day, seminarians were sent to various pastoral areas for immersion activities aligned with the Diocesan Pastoral Priorities for Evangelization of the Diocese of Imus, including initiatives such as Makadiyos, Makatao, Makabuhay, Makakalikasan, and Makabayan. This was followed by a pastoral synthesis led by Mr. Julius D. Conjurado, Executive Secretary of DPPe, allowing participants to reflect on their experiences.

The event culminated in the celebration of the Holy Mass at the SVD Holy Spirit Chapel, presided over by Most Rev. Marcelino Antonio M. Maralit, Jr., D.D., Bishop of San Pablo. A closing program and fellowship meal concluded the gathering, sending participants forth renewed in their commitment to priestly formation and mission.

With the theme “Ta’ Karakol Na!”, Kapatiran 2026 highlighted the rich religious and cultural heritage of Cavite, particularly the tradition of the karakol as an expression of faith, devotion, and communal celebration.

Kapatiran 2026 stands as a testament to the enduring spirit of unity among seminarians and their shared commitment to formation and mission in service of the Church.

By: Sem. Emerson C. Maala

SILANG, CAVITE (March 28, 2026) —  Around 170 lay formators from various parishes of the Diocese of Imus gathered at the International Institute of Rural Reconstruction (IIRR) in this municipality for the first Lay Formation Recollection.

The event, spearheaded by the Diocesan Lay Formation Office, aimed to deepen the spirituality of lay leaders as they prepared for Holy Week, while also highlighting the importance of self-care in ministry and daily life.

The recollection was facilitated by Dr. Imelda Virginia G. Villar, a Filipino psychologist, educator, author and former president of the Psychological Association of the Philippines. She emphasized the need to understand stress and its effects on the body, mood, and behavior. 

Dr. Villar also shared practical ways to minimize burnout and encouraged participants to balance their physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual health. “Take time to rest. Do not feel guilty if you are resting, because you need it for your mental health as well—for you to be able to help others properly. We cannot truly care for others if we do not first learn how to care for ourselves,” she reminded the group.

Following the session, a Eucharistic celebration was presided by Most Rev. Reynaldo G. Evangelista, D.D., bishop of Imus. After lunch, participants joined small listening circles to reflect on the lessons of self-care in the light of the Church’s call to synodality.

This first Lay Formation Recollection marks a significant step in nurturing both the spiritual and personal well-being of lay formators, ensuring they remain strong companions in the mission of the Church.

IMUS CITY (March 17, 2026) – The Ministry on Migrants of the Diocese of Imus proudly extends its heartfelt congratulations to Laurenz Angelo S. Bermejo, a high school student of Pastorelle–Jesus Good Shepherd School Inc. in Imus City, Cavite, for being chosen as one of the finalists in the 15th Ten Outstanding Sons and Daughters of OFW Student Achievers (TOSDOSA) Awards. 

The Diocese commends Bermejo for bringing pride and inspiration to the local community and joins his family, school, and peers in celebrating this remarkable achievement.

Organized by the CBCP Episcopal Commission on Migrants and Itinerant People (CBCP-ECMI), the TOSDOSA Awards honor the academic excellence, resilience, and inspiring achievements of children of overseas Filipino workers (OFWs). This prestigious recognition highlights not only scholastic performance but also leadership, values, and meaningful contributions to schools and communities.

Celebrated annually on a national scale, the TOSDOSA Awards serve as a tribute to the sacrifices and successes of OFW families, whose dedication and perseverance are reflected in the outstanding accomplishments of their children. 

#TOSDOSAAwards #CBCPECMI #DioceseofImusNews #MinistriSaMgaMigrante

Lungsod ng Cagayan de Oro - Ang Ministri sa mga Pamanang Pangkalinangan ng Simbahan ay opisyal na nakiisa sa 14th Biennial National Convention of Church Cultural Heritage Workers na ginanap noong Marso 2–5, 2026 sa Lungsod ng Cagayan de Oro. Ang naturang pagtitipon ay naglalayong higit pang pagtibayin ang pangangalaga, pagpapahalaga, at pagpapatuloy ng pamana ng Simbahan bilang mahalagang bahagi ng ating pambansang kultura.

Kasama sa mga pangunahing gawain ang heritage tour, kung saan binisita ng mga delegado ang ilang makasaysayang pook. Kabilang dito ang guho ng sinaunang Simbahan ng Jasaan at ang kasalukuyang istruktura nito na kinilala bilang National Cultural Treasure dahil sa natatanging sining at arkitektura. Dinalaw rin ang dambana ng Nuestra Señora de la Candelaria sa Claveria at ang Saint Augustine Metropolitan Cathedral sa Cagayan de Oro.

Nakibahagi ang mga delegado mula sa ating Diyosesis sa serye ng mga talakayan na nakatuon sa:
          • proseso ng deklarasyon ng mga heritage sites,
          • pagpapalakas ng partisipasyon ng pamayanan sa pangangalaga ng pamanang simbahan, at
          • pag-unawa sa Simbahan bilang isang “living heritage” na patuloy na ginagamit at pinayayaman ng komunidad ng mananampalataya.

Sa pamamagitan ng mga diskusyong ito, nagkaroon ng pagkakataon ang mga kalahok na magbahaginan ng karanasan at pinakamahusay na praktis sa pangangalaga ng mga makasaysayang simbahan at iba pang pamanang pangkalinangan. Isa rin sa mga pangunahing layunin ng pagtitipon ang pagpapalakas ng kolaborasyon at ugnayang pang-institusyon sa pagitan ng mga diyosesis at iba’t ibang sektor upang higit pang mapangalagaan ang pamana ng Simbahan.

Matapos ang convention, nagtungo ang Ministri sa Xavier University – Ateneo de Cagayan para sa benchmarking activity, kabilang ang pagbisita sa University Church (Immaculate Conception Chapel) at sa Museo De Oro. (Ulat at mga larawan mula kay Miguel Prado Abenales, Miyembro ng Ministri sa mga Pamanang Pangkalinangan ng Simbahan, Diyosesis ng Imus)

TAGAYTAY CITY - Noong February 9, 2026, naimbitahan si Fr. Ronel at ang Team Simbahayan ng Social Action San Pablo upang magbigay ng panayam tungkol sa pagtataguyod ng Basic Ecclesial Communities (BEC) sa Diyosesis ng Imus. Ang aktibidad ay ginanap sa San Pablo Theological Formation House, Tagaytay. Isa sa mga naging pangunahing punto ng panayam ay ang sustainability ng simbahayan sa Diyosesis ng Imus, na isinasagawa sa pamamagitan ng:

           - Regular na Bible sharing
           - Pagbabad at kumustahan sa mga simbahayan
           - BINHI

Binigyang-diin ni Fr. Ronel, bilang Priest Animator ng Simbahayan, ang kahalagahan ng Salita ng Diyos sa pagbubuo ng simbahayan. Ibinahagi rin niya ang kanyang personal na karanasan sa kanyang parokya at sinabi:

“Sa pagtataguyod ng mga BEC, mahalaga na babad tayo sa Salita ng Diyos.”

Nagbahagi rin ang "Team Simbahayan" ng kasalukuyang kalagayan at best practices ng BEC sa diyosesis. Nagkaroon rin ng interactive session kung saan ang mga dumalo ay nakapagbahagi rin ng kanilang karanasan, na nagbigay daan sa mas malawak na talakayan at pagpapalitan ng kaalaman.

Nagtapos ang programa sa isang Banal na Misa, na pinangunahan ni Fr. Ronel at ilang mga katuwang na pari, bilang tanda ng pagkakaisa at pagpapalakas ng simbahayan. - (Ulat at larawan mula kay Luis A. Pagal, Jr.) 

LUNGSOD NG TAGAYTAY, CAVITE (Pebrero 11, 2026) — "Ang tunay na debosyon, ang tunay na pagsunod sa mahal na Birhen ng Lourdes, ipakita sa gawa. Ipakita sa kawanggawa."

Hinamon ng obispo ng Imus, Lubhang Kgg. Reynaldo G. Evangelista, ang ating mga Ka-indayog na pagmalasakitan ang kapwa, lalo na ang mga may sakit at may tiisin, bilang tanda ng tunay na pagde-debosyon sa mahal na Birhen ng Lourdes.

Sinabi ito ng obispo sa kanyang homiliya sa Misa Concelebrada na ipinagdiwang ngayong araw bilang bahagi ng pagdiriwang ng kapistahan ng Birhen ng Lourdes at Pandaigdigang Araw ng mga Maysakit sa Our Lady of Lourdes Parish sa Lungsod ng Tagaytay.

Nakatuon ang pagdiriwang ng kapistahan ngayong taon sa paksang "Malasakit at Pakikisa sa Kapwang May Tiisin: Tanda ng Pagsunod sa Mahal na Birhen ng Lourdes."

Ayon kay Bishop Evangelista, tunay na kalugud-lugod sa Diyos ang anumang gawain ng malasakit sa mga nangangailangan sapagkat una Siyang nagmalasakit at laging nagmamahal sa atin. Tanda aniya ng malasakit na ito ang pagbibigay ng Diyos sa atin ng mahal na Birheng Maria.

"Huwag tayong basta makukuntento na nagsisimba, nagro-rosary, nagpu-prusisyon, nag-de-debosyon sa Mahal na Birhen. Malasakit na ba 'yon? Kulang. Kung wala ka pang nagagawang mabuti sa kapwa, huwag ka munang tumulog. Tumulong ka muna kung sino ang pwedeng tulungan – kapitbahay man 'yan, kasama sa trabaho, kung sino man na makita mo," ani Bishop Evangelista.

Ipinaalala din ng obispo ang tapat na malasakit ng Diyos na nagsimula pa noong una at muli Niyang ipinamalas sa kasalan sa Cana, Galilea, kung saan sa pamamagitan ng Birheng Maria ay isinagawa ng Panginoong Hesus ang unang himala Niya nang gawing alak ang tubig sa mga tapayan na handa sa kasalan. Ang Mabuting Balitang ito ayon kay San Juan (2:1-11) ang isa sa mga pinagnilayan sa Misa Concelebrada ngayong araw.

Sabi ni Bishop Evangelista, hinihikayat tayong patuloy na manalig sa mga pangako ng Diyos tulad ng kung papaano nagtiwala ang mahal na Birhen sa biyaya ng Kataas-tassan nang tanggapin niya ang pagiging Ina ng Diyos, ang ating Tagapagligtas at Panginoong Hesus.

Sa bandang huli, nagpasalamat si Bishop Evangelista sa mga Ka-indayog nating layko, relihiyoso at relihiyosa sa nagsasagawa ng apostolate work sa mga ospital, kulungan at iba't-ibang pamayanang nangangailangan.

Kabilang sa mga dumalo sa Misa Concelebrada ang bikaryo apostoliko emeritu ng Puerto Princesa, Palawan, Lubhang Kgg. Pedro D. Arigo, gayundin ang mga paring diyosesano sa pangunguna ng vicar forane ng Bikaryato ng San Rafael Arkanghel, Rdo. Padre Armando C. Timajo, at mga pari mula sa Kapatirang Capuchino ng Pilipinas sa pangunguna ng kura paroko ng Our Lady of Lourdes Parish, Rdo. Padre Eugenio Juanilo P. Lopez, OFMCap.

Bukod sa iba pang mga Misa sa buong araw, dalawa pang Misa Concelebrada ang ipagdiriwang. Kabilang dito ang ginanap kaninang ika-10 ng umaga sa pangunguna ng tubong-Cavite at arsobispo emeritu ng Caceres, Lubhang Kgg. Rolando J. Tria Tirona, OCD, at ang gaganapin mamayang ika-6 ng gabi na pangungunahan ng obispo ng Cubao, Lubhang Kgg. Elias L. Ayuban Jr., CMF.

AMADEO, CAVITE (January 31, 2026) - The Diocese of Imus Catholic Educational System, Inc. (DICES) celebrated Catholic Education Week from January 24–31, 2026, with the theme “Drawing New Maps of Hope: ‘Educational Constellations’ in Our Times.” 

Throughout the week, activities were held across DICES and congregational schools, culminating in a Synodal Encounter on January 31 at Fr. Luigi Caburlotto School in Amadeo. The whole-day gathering brought together 308 delegates—administrators, faculty, staff, students, alumni, and parents—from schools across Cavite. 

The event opened with a liturgy and the enthronement of the images of St. Thomas Aquinas and Our Lady of the Pillar, followed by audio-visual presentations on Catholic education and highlights of the week’s activities. Delegates then engaged in sector-based sharing of synodal conversations, later consolidated through reports from the different groups. 

Rev. Fr. Alain P. Manalo, Episcopal Vicar for Catholic Education, synthesized the encounter in light of Pope Leo XIV’s Apostolic Letter Drawing New Maps of Hope, commemorating the 60th anniversary of Gravissimum Educationis. He emphasized the importance of listening to the Holy Spirit, returning to the roots of the ministry, and recognizing Catholic education as an essential part of evangelization. Fr. Manalo reminded participants: “Each one of us is a star… but stars shining together form a constellation more beautiful.” 

The celebration concluded with the Holy Eucharist presided by Most Rev. Bishop Reynaldo G. Evangelista, D.D., followed by the awarding of contest winners, the recitation of the Catholic Education Week Prayer, and the singing of the community song.  (Report and Photos by Flor Cagas, SOCCOM — Diocese of Imus)

CHANCERY ADVISORY

With deep sorrow, we announce the passing of our beloved brother in the Priesthood, Rev. Fr. Joey S. Demoy, Parish Priest of Ang Mabuting Pastol Parish, Palapala, City of Dasmariñas, Cavite, who has returned to the loving embrace of the Father today, January 30, 2026.

Details regarding the wake and the schedule of the Funeral Mass will be announced in due course.

We humbly ask the clergy, religious, and faithful to offer prayers for the eternal repose of his soul.

May the Lord grant him eternal rest,
and may perpetual light shine upon him.

God bless you.

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