Magandang labanan ito: Soldiers of Christ Catholic CHM vs Soldiers of INC, JIL, and KOJ!!! Sasama kaya ito sa Nov. 30 event? Good luck, SCCCHM, kasi kalabanin niyo ay may mga private jets, etc. well funded yan mga iyan. 😟

The Catholic Bishops’ Conference of the Philippines urged former congressman Zaldy Co to return to the Philippines and file his accusations against the President “before the proper authorities.” | via @Paterno Esmaquel II - Rappler

Related: https://www.rappler.com/philippines/zaldy-co-tags-marcos-romualdez-bicam-insertion-scheme/

A dog sits with Bishop Herman Abcede during a priestly ordination of three deacons at Immaculate Conception Parish, Madridejos, Bantayan, Cebu last November 15, 2025. Photo by Marian Pizarra of Rogationists - Digital Communications

LUZ DE FILIPINAS, PROTEGENOS SIN FIN!

Thousands of devotees gathered at Cavite on November 16, 2025 for the "Fiesta de Adentro", as the faithful honored Nuestra Señora de la Soledad de Porta Vaga, known as the Reina de Cavite and Luz de Filipinas. The celebration opened with a concelebrated Mass led by Most Rev. Reynaldo Evangelista, D.D., followed by the grand "Cuatro Coronadas" procession featuring Cavite’s four canonically crowned Marian images. This year’s fiesta also marked the 80th year of the Virgin’s enthronement at San Roque Parish Church, drawing pilgrims from across the country in a display of devotion, unity, and tradition.

The story of the Virgin traces its roots to 1667, when a Spanish sentinel reportedly saw her during a stormy night at Porta Vaga. By dawn, a canvas painting of the Virgin was found washed ashore, believed to be a sign of her protection. Since then, Nuestra Señora de la Soledad de Porta Vaga has been revered as the “Virgen del Mil Milagros,” credited with countless answered prayers and miracles throughout centuries. Her image, considered one of the oldest Marian icons in the Philippines, continues to inspire deep faith among Caviteños and Filipinos nationwide.

https://www.rappler.com/voices/thought-leaders/the-slingshot-inc-inside-story/

A remnance of a colonial mentality

Lucky for those who were able to go out, but bad for those who are still inside. But best for those who have never been a member of this cult. By the way, the two towers of an INC church in the picture, with Manalo at the middle, are, to my imagination, the horns of "Sxtan." 😇 Nice art with due credit to its artist.

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They claim ‘Iglesia ni Cristo’ (Church of Christ) but they bloc-voted for a man who made murder a policy. Whose church is this really? Iglesia Ni Duterte?

Christ the King Procession at UP Diliman, participated by faithful of the Parish of the Holy Sacrifice. Included are popular landmarks like Quezon Hall, Sunken Garden, some buildings, Palma Hall. Photos by JB Tan

Church on the Move: Tuguegarao Catholics Take to the Streets for Integrity and Renewal

TUGUEGARAO CITY — More than 2,000 Catholics from across Cagayan filled the streets of Tuguegarao City on November 23 for a Pilgrim Walk of Hope, hoisting placards that demanded honesty, justice, and peace.

Held on the Solemnity of Christ the King, the walk doubled as a devotional act and a public push for moral leadership, echoing civic movements like the Trillion Peso March, set for a major repeat on November 30.

“Our pilgrim walk shows a Church on the move, shepherding a society that values transparency, accountability, and collaborative leadership,” said Fr. Manuel Vicente T. Catral, Archdiocesan Director of Pastoral Programs.

The event culminated in a mass where Bishop Ricardo Baccay launched the Archdiocese’s five-year pastoral plan (2026–2031), “Walking Together in Faith: A Missionary Conversion Towards a Synodal Church.” The plan calls for conversion of hearts and spirit, relationships, Church processes, and partnerships towards spiritual renewal and accountable leadership. It lays out concrete priorities such as sustained formation of clergy and lay leaders, stronger lay participation, and ministries that respond to the real needs of communities.

More than a march, the Pilgrim Walk signals how faith communities push gospel values into the public sphere, insisting that integrity must shape both Church and society today.

Red Wednesday on Holy Family Parish in Parang, Marikina City. Photos by Dennise Bagtas, Estrella Communications

Filipino Students at the Catholic University of Leuven Hold Prayerful Protest Against Corruption

28 November 2025

LEUVEN, BELGIUM – Filipino students from the world’s oldest Catholic University held a prayerful protest to denounce the systemic corruption and culture of impunity in the Philippines. Through prayers, songs, speeches, and poetry, they called for transparency and accountability in the Philippine government.

The event, organized by theology students, brought together students and professors from different departments, as well as Filipino migrants in Belgium. It was held in solidarity with Filipinos demanding answers over irregularities in the country’s flood-control projects.

Participants reflected on the widespread impact of corruption and impunity across various fields such as ecology, education, public health, and political culture. They also drew on the Scriptures and Catholic Social Teachings to emphasize the moral and spiritual duties of justice, collective responsibility, and sustained institutional reform, while upholding hope in God’s righteousness during these challenging times.