A priest from the Diocese of San Fernando of La Union is planning to join the Iglesia Ni Cristo. Photo Diocese of San Fernando de La Union FB In a statement dated June 20, the diocese said Fr. Romeo G. Lopez's has long been contemplating on joining the INC. "We regret to inform you that for a long...
The Diocese of Sorsogon is appealing for help for those affected by the Bulusan Volcano activity. Photo Diocese of Sorsogon FB Fr. George Fajardo, director of Caritas Sorsogon, said food and bottled water are among those needed in evacuation centers. “Beddings, masks, food pack, bottled water are...
Although cremation is not prohibited, the Diocese of Kidapawan said the Church still prefers the practice of burying the bodies of the deceased. Photo courtesy Diocese of Kidapawan FB "The Church still prefers the practice of burying the bodies of the deceased, because this shows a greater esteem...
The Diocese of Tagbilaran has informed the public that it has no Instagram account. Photo courtesy Bishop Abet/Diocese of Tagbilaran FB The diocese said the same goes for Bishop Alberto Uy. In a Facebook post, the diocese issued the statement after they were notified about someone pretending to be...
CATANAUAN, Quezon—The mayor of this town in Quezon province, said to be the one that suffered most from human rights abuses during Martial Law, joined priests and lay leaders in endorsing Vice President Leni Robredo’s presidential bid. Vice President Leni Robredo gets endorsement from Catanauan...
The Diocese of Malaybalay has expressed sadness over the shooting incident that wounded four people in the village of San Jose in Bukidnon. Diocese of Malaybalay "It is sad that it had to happen during this continuing celebration of the Octave of Easter where the main message of the Lord to...
More than 50 priests from the Diocese of Malaybalay in Bukidnon have expressed their support for presidential candidate Vice President Leni Robredo and her tandem Senator Francis "Kiko" Pangilinan. Photo Dakateo Philippines FB In a statement dated April 17, the priests said they support the...
The Diocese of Tarlac has appealed to candidates in the May 2022 polls to turn off their campaign jingles when in the vicinity of churches. Photo Diocese of Tarlac FB "Please advise your supporters and campaign personnel to turn off their campaign jingles when passing around churches," the Diocese...
A priest has been suspended from his ministry for participating in the May 2022 polls. Photo Diocese of Sorsogon FB The Diocese of Sorsogon announced the suspension of Fr. Emmanuel Alparce in a circular letter dated April 4. "After having sought the necessary information and verification of facts,...
Filipino Bishop Edgar Gacutan has officially assumed his role as the new shepherd of a northern Japan diocese. Bp. Edgar Gacutan (Photo CICM) Gacutan was ordained a bishop and installed as the head of the Sendai diocese in a solemn ceremony held on Sunday. In his message, the prelate asked the...
Religious processions during the celebration of Lent and Holy Week will still be not allowed in the Diocese of Antipolo. Photo Diocese of Antipolo FB Antipolo Bishop Francisco De Leon made this clarification in a letter addressed to priests in his diocese. He cited the following as reasons why...
The Diocese of Dumaguete has asked the public to first verify the truthfulness of any solicitation before giving any assistance. Photo Diocese of Dumaguete FB In a notice, the diocese warned the public against scammers using the name of a bishop or priest in their illegal scheme. "This is to...
