Four days before Christmas, the Filipino community celebrated its annual traditional Simbang Gabi at St. Peter’s Basilica in ...

Chrism Mass, a ritual where sacramental oils are consecrated by the bishop, is also a meaningful moment for members of the clergy who renew their priestly commitment. The annual ceremony is a reminder ...

MANILA, Philippines — Filipino Catholics are no longer obligated to attend the Holy Mass on Monday, December 9, in celebration of the Feast of the Immaculate Conception. The Vatican approved the ...

STATEN ISLAND, N.Y. — Simbang Gabi, which translates to “Night Mass,” is a cherished Filipino Catholic tradition that takes place during the Advent season in the lead-up to Christmas. The Masses bring ...

MANILA, Philippines — A Filipino seminarian was the cross-bearer in the Holy Mass for the Papal conclave at the St. Peter’s Basilica in the Vatican on Wednesday. The post also shared that the ...

PARISHIONERS buy palm fronds while a boy holds his palm near a lechon stand; some women pray the Stations of the Cross during a Visita Iglesia; and a faithful chant the “Pabasa ng Pasyon.” With almost ...