Manila archbishop warns abuse of power empties Christmas of meaning
Cardinal Jose Advincula urges Catholics to reclaim humility this Christmas, warning that wealth, power, and abuse distort faith and society
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Missionary Families of Christ founder Frank Padilla dies at 79
Padilla “lived a long and storied life,” which included founding Missionary Families of Christ, where he served as its first servant general
‘God did not remain distant,’ CBCP president says in Christmas message
“The heart of Christmas is this: God did not remain distant. He came closer to unite us and restore our good relationship with Him"
Southern Arabia vicar hails Cardinal Tagle visit as sign of unity in diversity
Cardinal Tagle’s UAE visit unites migrant Catholics through Simbang Gabi, highlighting unity, faith, and mission across Southern Arabia
Catholic bishop urges solidarity as Hong Kong marks Christmas after tragedy
Hong Kong’s cardinal reflects on Christmas as call to shared responsibility, compassion, and rebuilding hope amid social, global uncertainty
Cardinal Tagle decries corruption at Simbang Gabi in Vatican
Cardinal Luis Antonio Tagle said corruption contradicts God’s plan as he led the Simbang Gabi Mass for Filipinos at St. Peter’s Basilica on Sunday.
Philippine bishop frames Christmas as call to stand with communities facing climate crisis
Bishop Gerardo Alminaza links the Christmas story to climate injustice, urging solidarity with Filipinos facing displacement and crises
Giant lanterns light up Christmas in Catholic Philippines
The giant lanterns use 12,000 50-watt bulbs synchronized by 15 kilometres (9.2 miles) of electric cables and symbolize the Star of Bethlehem
Cardinal Tagle: Christmas prep is more than shopping — it’s a heart ready for God
Cardinal Luis Antonio Tagle invited Filipino Catholics to rediscover Simbang
EWTN Asia exec named CBCP’s first lay comms officer
An international media executive has been appointed the first lay
