#NuestraSeñoradelaCandelaria

[thxnews]

Embracing the Light of Faith in Iloilo City

In the heart of Iloilo City, amidst the challenges and uncertainties of our times, Jaro Archbishop Most Rev. Jose Romeo O. Lazo offers a beacon of hope to the Catholic faithful. Furthermore, through the veneration of 'Our Lady of Candles', he vividly reminds us of the enduring presence of divine guidance and illumination in our lives.  

A Message of Light and Guidance

During the solemn pontifical Mass in celebration of the feast of Nuestra Señora de la Candelaria, Archbishop Lazo reflected on this year's theme, "Virgen sang Candelaria, Tagdala sang Iwag kag Ubay sa Amon Pagpanglakaton bilang Simbahan." This theme, which translates to "Our Lady of Candles, Bearer of Light and Guide in our Journey as a Church," underscores the significance of Our Lady as the one who introduces Jesus, the light, for sharing with others.   Synodality and Our Collective Journey Rev. Fr. Angelo Colada, director of the Archdiocese of Jaro Commission on Social Communication, elaborated on the theme. He linked it to the church's call for synodality, emphasizing that this journey of communion, participation, and mission invites the faithful to carry the light of Jesus. This light guides us toward salvation and encourages us to do so with humility and obedience to God's will.  

Celebrating Faith and Tradition

The celebration commenced with a foot procession from the Archbishop's Residence to the cathedral. Subsequently, the traditional rite of blessing perdon candles took place. These candles symbolize Christ as the light of the world, providing hope in times of darkness, anxiety, and fear. The pandemic, alongside everyday challenges and calamities, has cast a shadow over the world, making the symbol of the perdon candle more pertinent than ever.   Honoring Our Lady of Candles The festivities also included the traditional coronation of the Marian Image, a re-enactment of the coronation by Saint John Paul II during his Apostolic visit in 1981. This unique image, the only one in the country canonically crowned by a Pope and Saint, stands as the Patroness of Western Visayas and was elevated to a national shrine in 2011.  

A Beacon of Hope and Solidarity

As the faithful of Iloilo City and beyond celebrate Our Lady of Candles, we are reminded of our collective responsibility to bear the light of Christ in our hearts. This celebration is not just a reflection of our devotion but a call to action — to illuminate our path and those of others with love, hope, and faith.   Unity in Faith and Action The celebration of Our Lady of Candles serves as a powerful reminder of our journey as a church. Moreover, it unifies us in our mission to spread the light of Christ. In these trying times, let us remember the message of Our Lady of Candles. It calls us to be bearers of light and guides in our journey, while also embodying the virtues of humility and obedience.   Sources: THX News & Philippine News Agency. Read the full article

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Jaro Cathedral: Explore Iloilo

The Church of St. Elizabeth of Hungary in Iloilo, are commonly known as Jaro Cathedral. It was old and very beautiful. Jaro Cathedral was built in 1874but was damaged by an earthquake in January 1894. It was repaired in 1956 by the first Archbishop of Jaro, Jose Maria Cuenco.

Its fiesta is every February 2, Nuestra Señora de la Candelaria is the main focus of annual jaro fiesta. The Nuestra Señora de la Candelaria (Lady of the Candles). A 400-year old statue is said to be miraculous.

The Jaro Cathedral become one of Iloilo’s most famous and treasured landmarks and has accommodated the spiritual needs of Ilonggos.

Jaro Cathedral had been the center of faith. Better restored and preserved. Iloilo City wil never be complete without seeing this church.

[adolfodelossantos]

#nuestraseñoradelacandelaria #iglesiadesannicolas #paso #semanasanta #sevilla #adelossantos (en Hermandad de la Candelaria | Sevilla) https://www.instagram.com/p/BwPlYY4Dqz0/?utm_source=ig_tumblr_share&igshid=g68t1fgi44tr

[flor-deliss]

Iglesia #NuestraSeñoraDelaCandelaria #fullmoon la (en Parque Guarne)

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[xoxoxnice]

Feb 2, 2017 ⛪ #jarofiesta #nuestraseñoradelacandelaria #jarocathedral (at Jaro, Iloilo City)

[purasvitae]

#ImágenesParaLlevar: Fachada principal de la Catedral de Nuestra Señora de la Candelaria en Valle de la Pascua, estado Guárico, #RepúblicaDeVenezuela. #PerdonaTuPuebloSeñor #YDaleAlegríaAlegríaAMiCorazón #VísperasDeCarnaval #VirgenDelValle #NuestraSeñoraDeLaCandelaria #CarnavalTodaLaVida (en Valle de la Pascua)

[ignaciogallego]

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[otografo]

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[lecruzga]

#nuestraseñoradelacandelaria Hoy es la Fiesta de la Presentación del Señor Cada 2 de febrero la Iglesia Universal celebra la Fiesta de la Presentación de Jesús en el Templo, donde se realiza el encuentro con Simeón y Ana, que se entiende como el encuentro del Señor con su pueblo, y además se realiza la purificación ritual de la Virgen María. En esa época cuando nacía el primogénito era llevado a los cuarenta días al Templo para su presentación, así como lo describe la Ley de Moisés, por eso desde el 25 de diciembre que se celebra el nacimiento del Verbo encarnado al 2 de febrero, José y María cumplieron con llevarlo a consagrar. Al llegar al Templo, se encuentran con Simeón, a quien el Espíritu Santo prometió que no moriría sin antes ver al Salvador del mundo, y fue el mismo Espíritu quien le dijo al profeta que ese pequeño niño era el Redentor y Salvador de la humanidad. Puedes leer más en aciprensa.com #IglesiaCatólica #SantoDelDía

[kennyalter]

Lagaw Lagaw and Ukay Ukay #jarofiesta #nuestraseñoradelacandelaria #candelaria #jaro (at Jaro Plaza, Iloilo City)

[phearlhaizah]

Yo brother!!! We attended the mass for you and we will visit the Lady of Candles as well... #trivia Manong's name #Larry came from #CandeLARia 🎂🎁 #birthday #FeastOfTheLadyOfCandles #NuestraSeñoraDeLaCandelaria

[xime81]

Convento de "el desierto" de nuestra señora de la candelaria #convento #nuestraseñoradelacandelaria #raquira #cartagena #colombia #convent #수녀원 #修道院 #abadia #카르타헤나 #卡塔赫納 #콜롬비아 (en Raquira Boyacá)

[ignaciogallego]

#LaOliva #NuestraSeñoradelaCandelaria #Fuerteventura #Macaronesia_Fuerteventura #Macaronesia #IslasCanarias (en La Oliva Iglesia) https://www.instagram.com/p/B6Xng3XJ2Xw/?igshid=ppc1j8p3pn07