"Everything is connected." This is the theme of the Laudato Si Week which is celebrated May 18 to 24. As the world is affected by the Coronavirus Pandemic, the faithful are urged to reflect on the lessons of the Laudato Si Encyclical of Pope Francis during this...
Church workers in archdiocesan offices and parishes have continued to offer their services amidst the threats of the Covid-19 pandemic. Precautionary measures were set to ensure the safety of the workers dealing with parishioners who seek to avail of the services in times like this. Parishes like...
The Catholic Bishops’ Conference of the Philippines (CBCP) has set guidelines for the liturgical celebrations in these times that the country is experiencing the “new normal” brought by the Covid-19 pandemic. A 10-page guideline was drawn in the possibility of a gradual return to the new...
SAFETY SHOULD COME FIRST. Listening to the mandate of authorities saves us from the threat of the pandemic. Social distancing, wearing of face masks, frequent hand-washing help in the prevention of the spreading of the virus. SAVING FOR THE RAINY-DAY MATTERS. We’ve been told...
More than two months since public Masses were cancelled last March 14, the Archdiocese of Davao has not yet resumed masses in the public. It was recommended that Davao City will undergo General Community Quarantine once the Enhanced Community Quarantine ends on May 15 but the...
[gallery columns="1" size="full" ids="28377,28374,28375,28376"] The Archdiocese of Davao’s initiative for indigent families affected by the global pandemic is now on its third wave of food distribution. The Oplan Tabang Covid-19, an initiative led by the Archdiocesan Social Action Center has distributed food packs for 18 parishes in...
[caption id="attachment_28363" align="aligncenter" width="960"] National Consecration of the Philippines to the Immaculate Heart of Mary and Feast of Our Lady of Fatima livestream (DXGN 89.9 Spirit FM-Davao FB)[/caption] Bishops from different archdioceses and dioceses in the country have led the recitation of the Holy Rosary on...
[gallery columns="1" size="full" ids="28321,28320,28323,28322"] With the Covid-19 threats still present, religious traditions like Flores de Mayo for the meantime is celebrated without the children gathering to ensure safety. Flores de Mayo is a tradition in the Philippines in honor of the Blessed Virgin Mary wherein children attend...
Msgr. Leonardo ‘Nards’ Vicente’s remains have been laid to rest last May 1, Feast of St. Joseph the Worker. Archbishop of Davao Romulo G. Valles officiated the Funeral Mass and Rite of Committal for the late vicar general who succumbed to his illness last April 25. The...
Davao City Mayor Sara Duterte-Carpio has warned against holding gatherings like parties as the city is expecting a situation under General Community Quarantine (GCQ). “Measures limiting movements are possible,” said Duterte during an interview with the Davao City Disaster Radio last May 4. “Kung makita ninyo didto...