FILIPINO PASTORAL

Our Filipino Pastoral Ministry is dedicated to celebrating and nurturing the rich cultural and spiritual heritage of our Filipino community. We offer a vibrant array of activities, including liturgical services, cultural events, and community outreach programs, all designed to strengthen faith and foster fellowship among Filipino parishioners.

  • Lady of Antipolo

    Our Lady of Antipolo, also known as Nuestra Señora de la Paz y Buen Viaje (Our Lady of Peace and Good Voyage), is a revered Marian image in the Philippines. Devotees pray to her for safe travels and protection, with a major pilgrimage site in Antipolo City.

  • Simbang Gabi

    Simbang Gabi is a Filipino Catholic tradition of attending a series of nine dawn Masses leading up to Christmas, starting on December 16th. It is a spiritual preparation for the birth of Jesus Christ, fostering community and deepening faith among parishioners.

  • Salubong

    Salubong is a traditional Filipino Easter Sunday pre-dawn ritual that reenacts the meeting of the Risen Christ and His mother, Mary. The ceremony involves a procession and a dramatic unveiling of the Virgin Mary's mourning veil, symbolizing joy and resurrection.

  • Santo Niño

    Santo Niño, meaning "Holy Child," refers to the veneration of the Child Jesus in the Philippines, most famously represented by the Santo Niño de Cebu. This devotion includes festivals and celebrations, particularly the Sinulog Festival, emphasizing child-like faith and devotion.