CBCP Statements
An appeal for more fervent prayers
In the past few days, we saw the very alarming rise of COVID-19 infections in the country, especially in the NCR and surrounding provinces.
Pastoral letter Celebrating the 500th Year of Christianity in the Philippines
We mark this year the 500th year of the coming to our shores of the Christian Faith. Our commemoration of the event is an acknowledgment of this immense gift to our people and our land.
CBCP Pastoral Statement on the Year “Amoris Laetitia Family”
The coronavirus pandemic of 2020 continues to disrupt our lives as individuals and as a country. We have suffered much and lost many lives.
CBCP Lenten Message 2021
With our celebration of Ash Wednesday we begin the holy season of Lent.
Pastoral Statement on Stewardship
We mark this year the 500th year of the coming to our shores of the Christian Faith.
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.