Catholic Church in Philippines
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Philippines makes history as first nation to consecrate itself to divine mercy
This is the first time in history an entire nation will be consecrated to Jesus through divine mercy. Read more
Faith on the streets: Holy Week plays in the Philippines depict passion of Jesus Christ
Every Holy Week, streets across the Philippines transform into open-air stages for one of the country’s most unique and deeply... Read more
Rodrigo Duterte, ex-Philippine president, arrested for alleged crimes against humanity
The country’s bishops had long been vocal in their opposition to Duterte, including his “war on drugs,” and opposed his... Read more
Black Nazarene procession attracts millions in the Philippines
Taking place each year in January, the procession sees devotees carry across Manila a replica of a famous life-size statue... Read more
Pope Francis appoints new bishop for Philippines’ Tarlac Diocese
Bishop Roberto Calara Mallari, 61, will succeed the late Bishop Enrique Macaraeg to become the fourth bishop of the Tarlac ... Read more
Storm leaves scores dead and widespread damage in the Philippines
Tropical Storm Trami hit the island of Luzon, which includes the capital Manila, bringing two months’ worth of rain to... Read more
Filipino diocese advances sainthood cause for lay catechist Laureana ‘Ka Luring’ Franco
Franco, a longtime member of the Legion of Mary, dedicated her life to teaching the Catholic faith, praying, and serving... Read more
Filipino bishops urge nation to ‘take a little more time’ before legalizing civil divorce
The Philippines is the only nation in the world, other than the Vatican, where divorce is still outlawed. Read more
Pope Francis fields questions from students about gender identity and LGBTQ discrimination
In the one-hour conversation on June 20 organized by the Building Bridges Initiative, Pope Francis spoke directly to students from... Read more
Philippine cardinal condemns chapel bombing as ‘horrendous sacrilegious act’
A Catholic cardinal condemned the grenade attack on a village chapel during a Bible service that left two wounded in... Read more
13-year-old Filipina who loved the Eucharist is officially on path to sainthood
On April 7, the cause for canonization of 13-year-old Filipina Niña Ruíz-Abad was officially opened at St. William the Hermit... Read more
Filipino Catholic Church presents official portrait of 13-year-old girl considered for sainthood
The official portrait of Servant of God Niña Ruíz-Abad was presented during the opening of the diocesan phase of her... Read more
Vatican authorizes opening of cause for canonization for 13-year-old Filipina girl
The grave of Niña Ruiz-Abad, a 13-year-old girl who died in 1993 in the Philippines, has become a place of... Read more
Church floor in Philippines collapses on Ash Wednesday, killing 1 and injuring dozens
Witnesses reportedly heard a loud noise and then screams from the people who fell from the balcony and from some... Read more
Black Nazarene procession in the Philippines draws millions after returning from COVID
The Black Nazarene procession in the Philippines, one of the largest religious devotions in the world, returned this year to... Read more
Catholic Church reportedly closer to getting its first samurai saint
The Vatican is currently investigating miracles associated with the intercession of Blessed Justus Ukon Takayama. Read more
Pope Francis prays for victims of bombing of Catholic Mass in the Philippines
Islamic State has claimed responsibility for the Dec. 3 blast in a university gymnasium. Read more
At least three killed in explosion during Mass on Philippine campus
Authorities are investigating whether Islamic insurgents were responsible for the blast. Read more
Filipino priests acquitted of sedition charges
Father Albert Alejo, SJ, and Father Flaviano “Flavie” Villanueva, a priest of the Society of the Divine Word, were acquitted... Read more
Cardinal Tagle to young Filipinos: ‘Only Jesus will make us true influencers’
Speaking to young Filipino pilgrims at World Youth Day in Lisbon, the cardinal expressed hope they would find a way... Read more
