Calbayog City, Samar – In line with the global observance established by the late Pope Francis in 2015, the Nazareth Formation House community officially opened its celebration of the Season of Creation on September 1, 2026. The community gathered on the grounds behind the chapel to commence the event. The celebration began with the praying of the Liturgy of the Hours, followed by the celebration of the Holy Eucharist. Rev. Fr. Mark Jonnel Magos, PSDP, served as the princ

Calbayog City, Samar – Today, 31st of August 2026, the aspirants of Nazareth Formation House (NFH) held their first monthly recollection for the Formation Year: 2026-2027. Bro. Joric Gabasa, PSDP served as their facilitator. He invited them to reflect on theme: “Living the Fiat: A Journey of Faith.” Br. Joric reminded the aspirants to go back to their vocation story: how it all started and how they felt God’s calling. He emphasized that perplexity, fear, and confusion are n

Caburan, Jose Abad Santos – On the solemnity of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary, the Our Lady of the Assumption Parish (OLAP) joyfully celebrates its 67th parochial feast. The eucharistic celebration was presided over by Rev. Fr. Frederick Parantar, DCD, Vicar General of the Diocese of Digos. He was concelebrated by guest priests coming from the neighboring parish of Sto. Niño Parish, Nuing and the priests assigned in OLAP. The celebration was also graced by the pre

Calbayog City, Samar – Following the inauguration of the new formation year, the Nazareth Formation House (NFH) officially opened its annual sportsfest today, August 3, 2026, bringing together aspirants and formators for an afternoon of camaraderie and friendly competition. The opening ceremony commenced at 3:30 PM at the NFH basketball court. A total of 25 aspirants and 4 formators have been divided into three distinct competitive groups: Team Faith, Team Hope, and Team Lo