CBCP Statements
Pastoral statement on potential Covid-19 vaccines in the Philippines
After almost a year of suffering the ravages of the pandemic– both in terms of lost lives and a devastated economy – it is only right that we thank God for the news that scientists have developed vaccines to immunize persons against COVID-19.
A Christmas Message
“For a child is born to us, a son is given us.” (Isaiah 9:6 – First Reading, Mass During the Night, the Solemnity of the Nativity of the Lord)
Instructions on the celebration of Aguinaldo Masses, Misa de Gallo or Simbang Gabi
One of the powerful expressions of Filipino Catholic faith is the practice of novena Masses (Aguinaldo Masses, Misa de Gallo, Simbang Gabi) traditionally held at dawn from December 16 to 24.
CBCP Pastoral Letter for the 2021 Year of Missio Ad Gentes
The Philippine Church rejoices as it enters a national celebration of the 500 Years of Christianity in our treasured homeland.
Where the Pope is coming from
A lot of people have sought clarification about the recent remarks Pope Francis had presumably made with regard to “civil unions”. Allow us to share some thoughts on the matter through the following reflection entitled, “Where Pope Francis is Coming From.”
Moral Guidance on the Testing, Procurement and Distribution of the COVID-19 Vaccine in the Philippines
For many months now, the whole world has been struggling with a global pandemic of historic proportions.
Lord what must we do? (Mark 10:17)
In the midst of the pandemic agitating us to restlessness and fear, we greet you “Peace be with you”. We are going on a stormy journey and our boat seems too fragile for the strong winds.
A Pastoral Letter and a Call to Prayer
A few days ago, we received a letter from His Eminence, Charles Cardinal Maung Bo, Archbishop of Yangon, Myanmar and President of the Federation of Asian Bishops’ Conferences.
Anticipating to celebrate our liturgy in the ‘new normal’ condition
We eagerly await the time in the “New Normal” condition when we will be allowed to celebrate our liturgy, especially the Holy Eucharist,
Recommendations and Guidelines for the Liturgical Celebration in ‘New Normal’ Condition
We need the Lord – the Bread of Life – in the Holy Eucharist! The Holy Eucharist is central and essential to the life of the Church and to the life of each individual believer.
CBCP Statement on the closure of ABS-CBN
My first thought in the currently much talked-about closure of ABS-CBN is our people – our people who are in these extremely difficult and trying times because of the coronavirus pandemic.
CBCP message for Easter 2020
What kind of an Easter Message can I give in these difficult days?