The Solemnity of Our Lord Jesus Christ, King of the Universe Christ the King Sunday First Reading: 2 Samuel 5:1-3 Responsorial Psalm Psalm 122:1-2, 3-4, 4-5 R. (cf. 1) Let us go rejoicing to the house of the Lord. Second Reading: Colossians 1:12-20 Gospel Reading: Luke 23:35-43 The rulers sneered at Jesus and said, "He saved others, let him save himself if he is the chosen one, the Christ of God." Even the soldiers jeered at him. As they approached to offer him wine they call

Bishop Dave Capucao of the Prelature of Infanta visited the St. Joseph School community in Naga City last Nov 14, Friday. Capucao, who celebrated his Thanksgiving Mass, is an alumnus of the said school, Batch 1982. In his homily, he "encouraged students to trust in God’s direction for their lives". "True excellence", according to Capucao, "means giving your whole heart to what is good and offering your very best to God.” The prelate also led a tree planting during his visit.

NAGA CITY – On November 29, 2025 (Saturday), hundreds of thousands of Bicolanos and concerned Filipinos will once again gather for the Second Trillion-Peso March, a massive prayer-protest rally against systemic, systematic, and organized corruption that continues to rob the Filipino people of trillions of pesos. The peaceful, prayerful assembly will converge at the Basilica Minore of Our Lady of Peñafrancia grounds, Naga City. Assembly Points (1:00 PM): • South-bound particip

By Hannah Brockhaus/CNA VATICAN— There is no single model for what synodality should look like in all countries and cultures, Pope Leo XIV said in a discussion with synod leaders from around the globe, held at the Vatican on Friday. “We have to be very clear, we’re not looking for a uniform model. And synodality will not come with a template where everybody and every country will say this is how you do it,” the pope said in the Paul VI Hall Oct. 24. “It is, rather, a conversi

Thirty-third Sunday in Ordinary Time First Reading: Malachi 3:19-20a Responsorial Psalm Psalm 98:5-6, 7-8, 9 R. (cf. 9) The Lord comes to rule the earth with justice. Second Reading: 2 Thessalonians 3:7-12 Gospel Reading: Luke 21:5-19 While some people were speaking about how the temple was adorned with costly stones and votive offerings, Jesus said, "All that you see here--the days will come when there will not be left a stone upon another stone that will not be thrown dow

By Walter Sánchez Silva/Catholic News Agency VATICAN --- Pope Leo XIV met on Saturday with 15 survivors of clergy sexual abuse in a meeting marked by dialogue, listening, and prayer, according to the Holy See Press Office. The encounter, described as one of “closeness with the victims, of deep and painful listening and dialogue,” lasted nearly three hours. The meeting concluded with “an intense moment of prayer” shared between the pope and the survivors. This was the second t

Delegates from the Archdiocese of Caceres attend the recently concluded 16th PREX (Parish Renewal Experience) National Convention in Baguio City, Nov 7-9. (Photo credit: Archdiocese of Caceres - PREX Facebook page)

By Fr. Mayo Cesar Herrera From November 3-8, the Clergy of the Archdiocese of Caceres, arranged by quadrants, had their annual spiritual retreat in various retreat houses across Luzon. Those in Quadrant 1 were in Sta. Catalina Spirituality Center in Baguio City with Fr. Anthony Ireneo, AOR as retreat director. Quadrant 2A priests were guided by Fr. Arlo Yap, SVD while Fr. Mimo Perez headed the Quadrant 2B priests in Mariapolis Peace, Tagaytay City. Quadrant 3 priests, in Pogg

Feast of the Dedication of the Lateran Basilica in Rome First Reading: Ezekiel 47:1-2, 8-9, 12 Responsorial Psalm Psalm 46:2-3, 5-6, 8-9 R. (5) The waters of the river gladden the city of God, the holy dwelling of the Most High! Second Reading: 1 Corinthians 3:9c-11, 16-17 Gospel Reading: John 2:13-22 Since the Passover of the Jews was near, Jesus went up to Jerusalem. He found in the temple area those who sold oxen, sheep, and doves, as well as the money-changers seated the

By CBCP News The Philippine bishops’ doctrinal office has urged the Church to take corrective action when donations or assets are later found to have come from corruption or wrongdoing. Bishop Jose Rojas of Limbanan, who chairs the CBCP Episcopal Commission on Doctrine of the Faith, said moral integrity requires restitution, transparency, and repentance whenever the Church benefits from unjust or illicit sources. “Even when restitution to the rightful owner is no longer possi

By Rubilyn Lopez Every October, the Catholic community celebrates Mission Month, a time to encourage the faithful to participate in the Church’s missionary work and consider themselves as missionary disciples. Last October 26, the Archdiocese of Caceres celebrated this occasion with the 21st Children and Youth Mission held at Partido State University in Goa, Camarines Sur. Participants from various parishes and schools across the Bicol Region gathered. The event aimed to stre

The Commemoration of All the Faithful Departed (All Souls) November 2 First Reading: Wisdom 3:1-9 Responsorial Psalm Psalm 23:1-3a, 3b-4, 5, 6 R. (1) The Lord is my shepherd; there is nothing I shall want. Second Reading: Romans 5:5-11 Gospel Reading: John 6:37-40 Jesus said to the crowds: “Everything that the Father gives me will come to me, and I will not reject anyone who comes to me, because I came down from heaven not to do my own will but the will of the one who sent

Dear Father Bill, Ipagse-celebrar na naman an Aldaw kan Gabos na Santos (All Saints Day)? Ano an tabang kan mga Santo satuya? An minagalang, Nona Dear Nona, Gabos kitang mga linalang inaapod nin Dios na magin santo o banal. Sa pag-celebrar kan "Dia de Todos Los Santos," hinahapot ta an satong sadiri: nabubuhay daw ako sosog sa plano nin Dios para sako" o "nalalakaw daw ako pasiring sa dalan na itinutukdo nin Kagurangnan?" Enot, an mga Santo an satong modelo o aarogan kan pa

By Fr. Jhonan’z Vibar The Metropolitan Province of Cáceres stands at a decisive moment in its safeguarding journey—one that transforms lessons learned into living action. During the 2025 National Safeguarding Conference, dioceses of Cáceres, Libmanan, Legazpi, Virac, Sorsogon, Daet, and Masbate united in one spirit: to make safeguarding not just a policy, but a Gospel-rooted way of life. The next steps are both practical and pastoral. First comes communion with the Bishop—an