https://stperegrineparish.org Diocesan Shrine of St. Peregrine Laziosi Sat, 11 Jul 2026 14:03:56 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.8.5 https://stperegrineparish.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/01/cropped-SPLDS-logo-01-32x32.png https://stperegrineparish.org 32 32 https://stperegrineparish.org/fifteenth-sunday-in-ordinary-time-july-12-2026/ Sat, 11 Jul 2026 13:57:07 +0000 https://stperegrineparish.org/?p=669361 Matthew 13 marks a major structural shift in the gospel. Facing growing hostility from religious leaders, Jesus transitions from open public preaching to teaching in parables. Sitting in a boat off the shore of the Sea of Galilee, Jesus uses a familiar agrarian scene—a sower scattering seed—to explain the mixed reception of the basileia tou […]

The post Fifteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time ~ July 12, 2026 first appeared on St. Peregrine Laziosi Parish & Diocesan Shrine.]]> https://stperegrineparish.org/filial-discipleship-fourteenth-sunday-in-ordinary-time-july-05-2026/ Sat, 04 Jul 2026 13:29:18 +0000 https://stperegrineparish.org/?p=669354 The world encourages everyone to be independent. For they say, it is by being by yourself and for yourself that eventually make you succeed and become who you really are. That there is no need for others or even of God for you to be able to reach your potentials or whatever goal you may […]

The post Filial Discipleship ~ Fourteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time ~ July 5, 2026 first appeared on St. Peregrine Laziosi Parish & Diocesan Shrine.]]> https://stperegrineparish.org/in-your-name-i-will-lower-the-net-feast-of-san-josemaria-escriva-june-26-2026/ Wed, 01 Jul 2026 13:14:17 +0000 https://stperegrineparish.org/?p=669351 June 26, 2026. The St. Peregrine Parish and Diocesan Shrine joyfully hosted this year’s Fiesta de San Josemaría Escrivá with the theme, “In Your Name, I Will Lower the Net.” The celebration also featured the presence of the Pilgrim Image and Relic of St. Josemaría Escrivá, giving the faithful a special opportunity to offer their […]

The post “In Your Name, I Will Lower the Net ” Feast of San Josemaría Escrivá ~ June 26, 2026 first appeared on St. Peregrine Laziosi Parish & Diocesan Shrine.]]> https://stperegrineparish.org/thirteenth-sunday-in-ordinary-time-june-28-2026/ Sat, 27 Jun 2026 13:49:48 +0000 https://stperegrineparish.org/?p=669347 At first glance, the opening verses of the Gospel seem to narrate Jesus as being too much demanding. It would then be easy to hastily conclude that such words would discourage those who are still unsure, considering the fact that Jesus gives both a warning and an assurance. But the Gospel by no means rejects […]

The post Thirteenth Sunday in Ordinary Time ~ June 28, 2026 first appeared on St. Peregrine Laziosi Parish & Diocesan Shrine.]]> https://stperegrineparish.org/twelfth-sunday-in-ordinary-time-june-21-2026/ Sat, 20 Jun 2026 13:33:57 +0000 https://stperegrineparish.org/?p=669344 The theme of today’s readings “Be not afraid”. These are also the words of Encouragement of Jesus to the twelve (12) disciples as part of their mission (spreading the Word and kingdom of God). Jesus prepares them as they will encounter persecution, difficulties and opposition while following the Lord. Yet, He then assures God’s providence […]

The post Twelfth Sunday in Ordinary Time ~ June 21, 2026 first appeared on St. Peregrine Laziosi Parish & Diocesan Shrine.]]> https://stperegrineparish.org/jesus-call-eleventh-sunday-in-ordinary-time-june-14-2026/ Sat, 13 Jun 2026 13:26:39 +0000 https://stperegrineparish.org/?p=669329 In the Gospel, we heard how the Lord Jesus expressed his compassion because the crowds are “like sheep without a shepherd”. His being the Good Shepherd moved his emotion seeing the people who were helpless and abandoned. He, therefore, told his disciples to” pray to the Lord of the harvest” to send out workers. The […]

The post Jesus’ Call ~ Eleventh Sunday in Ordinary Time ~ June 14, 2026 first appeared on St. Peregrine Laziosi Parish & Diocesan Shrine.]]> https://stperegrineparish.org/eucharistic-procession-on-the-solemnity-of-corpus-christi/ Sat, 13 Jun 2026 13:16:43 +0000 https://stperegrineparish.org/?p=669326 With deep reverence and grateful hearts, we took part in the Eucharistic Procession along the national road on June 6, 2026, a beautiful public witness of our faith in the Real Presence of Christ in the Holy Eucharist. Led by The Very Rev. Fr. Paul Martin Ma. Gapuz, OSM, and joined by our beloved parish […]

The post Eucharistic Procession on the Solemnity of Corpus Christi first appeared on St. Peregrine Laziosi Parish & Diocesan Shrine.]]> https://stperegrineparish.org/indak-ng-paghilom-karakol-competition-2026/ Sat, 13 Jun 2026 13:10:07 +0000 https://stperegrineparish.org/?p=669309 Last May 2, 2026, our parish community came together in a vibrant celebration of faith and culture through the Karakol activity held as part of the parish fiesta Celebration. Parish ministries, organizations, and devotees participated in the afternoon procession with Karakol, bringing music, dancing, and colorful displays of faith to the streets. The activity formed […]

The post “Indak ng Paghilom” Karakol Competition 2026 first appeared on St. Peregrine Laziosi Parish & Diocesan Shrine.]]> https://stperegrineparish.org/the-solemnity-of-the-most-holy-body-and-blood-of-christ-june-7-2026/ Sat, 06 Jun 2026 14:21:25 +0000 https://stperegrineparish.org/?p=669303 Today we celebrate the sacrament of the Eucharist, which the Lord left us with his presence, of his bodily reality, of his sacrifice on the cross, and of the eternal life in which he has made us share. First of all, it is the fleshly reality of a body made of flesh and blood, which […]

The post The Solemnity of the Most Holy Body and Blood of Christ ~ June 7, 2026 first appeared on St. Peregrine Laziosi Parish & Diocesan Shrine.]]> https://stperegrineparish.org/a-celebration-of-faith-and-hope-fiesta-mass-in-honor-of-st-peregrine-laziosi/ Sat, 06 Jun 2026 13:53:34 +0000 https://stperegrineparish.org/?p=669290 On May 3 at 10:00 AM, the faithful gathered in solemn unity to celebrate the Fiesta Mass in honor of St. Peregrine Laziosi, marking a significant milestone – 300 years of sainthood. Known as the patron saint of those suffering from cancer and serious illnesses, St. Peregrine continues to inspire hope, healing, and unwavering faith […]

The post A Celebration of Faith and Hope: Fiesta Mass in Honor of St. Peregrine Laziosi first appeared on St. Peregrine Laziosi Parish & Diocesan Shrine.]]> https://stperegrineparish.org/inaugural-mass-and-opening-of-the-jubilee-door-mark-tercentenary-celebration-of-st-peregrine-laziosi/ Sat, 06 Jun 2026 13:24:11 +0000 https://stperegrineparish.org/?p=669285 The Order of Friar Servants of Mary – St. Peregrine Philippine Vicariate joyfully commenced the Jubilee Year Tercentenary of the Canonization of St. Peregrine Laziosi with a solemn Inaugural Mass and Opening of the Jubilee Door on May 1, 2026, at 6:00 PM. The sacred celebration was presided over by Most Rev. Ernesto Salgado, D.D., […]

The post Inaugural Mass and Opening of the Jubilee Door Marks Tercentenary Celebration of St. Peregrine Laziosi first appeared on St. Peregrine Laziosi Parish & Diocesan Shrine.]]> https://stperegrineparish.org/the-solemnity-of-the-most-holy-trinity-may-31-2026/ Sat, 30 May 2026 11:13:21 +0000 https://stperegrineparish.org/?p=669278 ANG BANAL NA SANTATLO: UGNAYAN NG PAG-IBIG Biblical Context: Sa Juan 3:16-18, makikita natin ang pinakapuso ng ating pananampalataya. Bagama’t hindi direktang binanggit ang salitang “Santatlo,” malinaw ang pagkilos ng Diyos Ama na nagpadala sa Kanyang kaisa-isang Anak para iligtas ang sanlibutan. Bago ang mga talatang ito, itinuro ni Hesus kay Nicodemo na kailangan nating […]

The post The Solemnity of the Most Holy Trinity ~ May 31, 2026 first appeared on St. Peregrine Laziosi Parish & Diocesan Shrine.]]> https://stperegrineparish.org/pentecost-sunday-may-24-2026/ Sat, 23 May 2026 13:11:01 +0000 https://stperegrineparish.org/?p=669271 In the Gospel of John 20:19-23, the setting of the locked doors vividly reflects the disciples’ paralyzing fear after the crucifixion. Jesus breaches this isolation not with condemnation but with the transformative greeting of “Peace be with you.” The core theological moment occurs when Jesus breathes on them, intentionally echoing the creation account in Genesis […]

The post Pentecost Sunday ~ May 24, 2026 first appeared on St. Peregrine Laziosi Parish & Diocesan Shrine.]]> https://stperegrineparish.org/the-ascension-of-the-lord-may-17-2026/ Sat, 16 May 2026 12:53:22 +0000 https://stperegrineparish.org/?p=669266 In the Gospel of Matthew 28:16-20, we heard the eleven disciples met the resurrected Jesus on a mountain. They worshipped Him, though some doubted. Jesus declared all authority was His, then commissioned them: “Go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father, Son, and Holy Spirit, teaching them all […]

The post The Ascension of the Lord ~ May 17, 2026 first appeared on St. Peregrine Laziosi Parish & Diocesan Shrine.]]> https://stperegrineparish.org/sixth-sunday-of-easter-may-10-2026/ Sat, 09 May 2026 12:13:16 +0000 https://stperegrineparish.org/?p=669263 The Gospel passage of John 14:15–21 is part of Jesus’ farewell discourse during the Last Supper, where He prepares His disciples for His departure and assures them of His continuing presence. This passage emphasizes the intimate relationship between love, obedience, and the gift of the Holy Spirit. Jesus begins by saying, “If you love me, […]

The post Sixth Sunday of Easter ~ May 10, 2026 first appeared on St. Peregrine Laziosi Parish & Diocesan Shrine.]]> https://stperegrineparish.org/fourth-sunday-of-easter-good-shepherd-sunday-april-26-2026/ Sat, 25 Apr 2026 14:17:11 +0000 https://stperegrineparish.org/?p=669245 During the time of Jesus, sheep husbandry was fundamental in the economy of Israel, particularly in the hills and valleys of Judah and throughout Galilee. Shepherds had been raising fat-tailed sheep for meat, milk, wool, and temple sacrifices while living their lives like semi-nomadic people because they led the flocks in search of pasture and […]

The post Fourth Sunday of Easter (Good Shepherd Sunday) ~ April 26, 2026 first appeared on St. Peregrine Laziosi Parish & Diocesan Shrine.]]> https://stperegrineparish.org/third-sunday-of-easter-april-19-2026/ Sat, 18 Apr 2026 14:34:32 +0000 https://stperegrineparish.org/?p=669239 We are now on the Third Sunday of Easter. The narrative of this Sunday’s Gospel is a continuation of the resurrection story, where Christ had a series of appearances to his disciples. This time, we are being brought to a slightly distant place from where the events of Holy Week transpired, specifically to Emmaus. The […]

The post Third Sunday of Easter ~ April 19, 2026 first appeared on St. Peregrine Laziosi Parish & Diocesan Shrine.]]> https://stperegrineparish.org/second-sunday-of-easter-sunday-of-divine-mercy-april-12-2026/ Sat, 11 Apr 2026 14:26:26 +0000 https://stperegrineparish.org/?p=669238 Easter, Brothers and Sisters in Christ! We sometimes have a tendency to say or even use the phrase “to see is to believe” in order to believe and convince ourselves that something is real. In today’s world, fake news often leads people to disregard what’s real. On this 2nd Sunday of Easter, also known as […]

The post Second Sunday of Easter / Sunday of Divine Mercy ~ April 12, 2026 first appeared on St. Peregrine Laziosi Parish & Diocesan Shrine.]]> https://stperegrineparish.org/pagdiriwang-ng-araw-ng-pasko-ng-muling-pagkabuhay/ Sun, 05 Apr 2026 13:53:01 +0000 https://stperegrineparish.org/?p=669224 Sa pagdiriwang ng Easter Vigil Mass sa St. Peregrine Parish and Diocesan Shrine, nagsama-sama ang mga mananampalataya upang saksihan ang pinakabanal na gabi ng ating pananampalataya—ang muling pagkabuhay ni Hesukristo. Sa kanyang homiliya, binigyang-diin ng ating kura paroko na si Rev. Fr. Bryan Ma. Eala, OSM ang malalim na kahulugan ng liwanag sa gitna ng […]

The post Pagdiriwang ng Araw ng Pasko ng Muling Pagkabuhay first appeared on St. Peregrine Laziosi Parish & Diocesan Shrine.]]> https://stperegrineparish.org/easter-salubong-2026/ Sun, 05 Apr 2026 13:50:36 +0000 https://stperegrineparish.org/?p=669222 Sa bukang-liwayway ng Linggo ng Pasko ng Muling Pagkabuhay, Abril 4, 2026, ganap na alas-kuwatro ng madaling-araw, taimtim at masayang ipinagdiwang ng pamayanan ng St. Peregrine Laziosi Parish and Diocesan Shrine ang tradisyunal na Salubong – ang makasaysayang pagtatagpo ng Ina ng Kalungkutan at ng Muling Nabuhay na Kristo. Sa pangunguna ng ating kura paroko, […]

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