Lipa, Batangas Archbishop Gilbert Garcera, chairman of the Catholic Bishops’ Conference of the Philippines – Episcopal Commission on Family and Life, cited the valuable and important role played by grandparents and the elderly in every family and in the society as a whole. Lipa Archbishop...
The Catholic Bishops' Conference of the Philippines (CBCP) has released a prayer for World Day for Grandparents and the Elderly. CBCP/MB The prayer, which was released on Friday, July 16, is as follows: "God our loving Father, you are the source of life and of all gifts. You lovingly sustain us at...
Papal Nuncio to the Philippines Archbishop Charles Brown on Friday, July 16, met with some widows and orphans of drug war victims when he visited the St. Arnold Janssen Kalinga Center in Tayuman, Manila. Papal Nuncio Archbishop Charles Brown at the St. Arnold Janssen Kalinga Center in Manila (Photo...
As the spiritual leader of more than 1.3 billion Catholics, Pope Francis’ health invites more than just passing concern, considering that he is now 84 years old and he continues to tackle the enormous responsibilities of his office. “Pope Francis is doing well and is alert,” according to...
The ordination and installation of Monsignor Noel Pedregosa as bishop of Malaybalay will be held on September 14. Bishop-elect Noel Pedregosa (Photo courtesy Diocese of Malaybalay) CBCP News said the Bishop-elect will be ordained and installed as bishop in a Mass at 9 a.m. at the San Isidro...
The Diocese of Malaybalay has released the personal coat of arms of Bishop-elect Noel Portal Pedregosa. Photo courtesy Diocese of Malaybalay The diocese released the photo of the coat of arms as well as the explanation of the meanings of the symbols Tuesday, July 6, a week after Pope Francis...
Bishop Broderick Pabillo will be formally installed as the new vicar apostolic of Taytay in Palawan on August 19. Bishop Broderick Pabillo (CBCP NEWS / FILE PHOTO / MANILA BULLETIN) The installation Mass will be held at 9am at the St. Joseph the Worker Cathedral in Taytay town. "We priests are...
The Catholic Bishops' Conference of the Philippines (CBCP) has asked for prayers for the speedy recovery of Pope Francis who underwent surgery. CBCP/MB "On behalf of the CBCP, I enjoin everyone to pray to the Lord and beg for our Blessed Mother's intercession for the speedy recovery of Pope...
Manila Archbishop Jose Cardinal Advincula said Bishop Broderick Pabillo deserves his appointment as Vicar Apostolic of Taytay in Palawan as he is a very capable leader. Manila Archbishop Jose Cardinal Advincula (Ali Vicoy/Manila Bulletin) The newly installed Manila prelate cited how Pabillo did...
Bishop Broderick Pabillo thanked Pope Francis for his appointment as vicar apostolic of Taytay in Palawan, a mission territory, saying it's an opportunity to be with the poor. Bishop Broderick Pabillo (CBCP NEWS / FILE PHOTO / MANILA BULLETIN) "I thank the Holy Father Pope Francis for his trust in...
Pope Francis has expressed sadness over the death of former President Benigno Aquino III. Photo courtesy CBCP News In a telegram addressed to President Duterte, the pontiff also conveyed his heartfelt condolences to the people of the Philippines over Aquino's passing. His full message as posted by...
Pope Francis on Tuesday, June 29, appointed Bishop Broderick S. Pabillo as Vicar Apostolic of Taytay in Palawan. Bishop Broderick Pabillo (CBCP NEWS / FILE PHOTO / MANILA BULLETIN) Papal Nuncio to the Philippines Archbishop Charles Brown announced Pabillo's appointment at the Manila Cathedral in...
