Laypeople in the Philippines appealed to Filipino Bishops to boost efforts on environmental preservation
by creating stewardship teams in every diocese.
On November 23, 2024, at Good Shepherd Cathedral in Novaliches, Bishop Joel Zamudio Baylon of the Diocese of Legazpi inspired 12 graduates of the Institute of Formation Fondacio Asia (IFFAsia) with a powerful message of faith, mission, and hope.
The European Union (EU) has reaffirmed its commitment to enhancing education programs that benefit Filipinos, particularly through initiatives like the Erasmus Mundus program.
Eight months before the Philippine midterm elections in May, a Filipino bishop encouraged the voters to elect true statesmen and not politicians who turn public office into drama and entertainment.
As the Philippine House of Representatives' approved absolute divorce bill awaits review in the Senate, the Marriage Encounter Foundation of the Philippines (MEFP) has ensured the group would continue to work on strengthening the sanctity of marriage.
A Filipino cardinal reminded parish priests to foster active participation in their parish communities by encouraging parishioners to witness their faith boldly.
The Vatican has given the green light for the inquiry into the life of Laureana 'Ka Luring' Franco, a Filipino lay catechist who left her job at the Philippine Air Force to become a full-time, unpaid catechist.
Palma emphasized that Cebu is now a conference center, not only in the Philippines but also in Asia, because it is the most convenient for many in terms of travel, cost, and, above all, the hospitality of the Cebuanos.
Bishop Jose Colin Bagaforo said that full transparency of the Church’s expenditures can help dispel criticisms claiming it only exploits the poor and the needy for profit and selfish goals.
Filipino Catholics belonging to the Filipino Ministry of the Archdiocese of Vancouver are organizing the enshrinement of San Pedro’s icon in the St. Monica parish in Richmond City, British Columbia.
Fr. Antogop said that as a dedicated lay leader, he expects Mrs. Barino to render the same committed service and to become the voice of the charismatic renewal in Asia.
The Dicastery for the Causes of Saints issued the "nihil obstat" (nothing stands in the way), last February 5, 2024, in the Vatican, giving authority to the Diocese of Laoag to start a local investigation into Niña Ruiz-Abad's reputation and holiness.
“This is a call. God puts me where He wants me to be,” Mantuhac-Barino said. “Like Mary, I wish to say, ‘I am the handmaid of the Lord; may it be done to me according to His will.’”
“That's why I am suggesting that we intensify education in its new comprehensive form to address the worsening climate crisis," said Sr. Maria Vida Cordero.
