#sto niño

[mypanoplies]

Novena to Sto. Niño (9th day)

ACT OF CONTRITION PETITION Oh merciful Jesus! You have said, “I am the Way, the Truth, and the Life!”; we beseech you to guide us on our way to heaven so that we may be able to surmount all the difficulties and obstacles we will encounter in this deceptive world. Grant to us also the virtue of hope so that we will always thirst for the heavenly things and for your glory. This we ask you in…

[randomshenaniganery]

Reblog to reject white Jesus and pray to Señor Santo Niño aka senior Saint boy

[takeoffphilippines]

Experience Cebu: Minor Basilica of the Holy Child of Cebu (Basilica Del Sto. Niño)

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[popcornbutterfly]

january 24, 2024

[cruger2984]

THE DESCRIPTION OF THE SANTO NIÑO (Sto. Niño) The Ultimate Crown Jewel of Filipino Devotion Feast Day: Third Sunday of January

Pit Señor! The feast of the Santo Niño is celebrated every year on the third Sunday of January.

On April 14, 1521, the image of the Holy Child was presented to the wife of Rajah Humabon (later named Don Carlos), Hara Humamay (later named Queen Juana of Cebu) by Ferdinand Magellan after her baptism. On the same day, 800 Cebuanos were also baptized.

The Italian scholar and chronicler of the expedition, Antonio Pigafetta wrote: 'After dinner, Fr. Pedro Valderrama (the fleet chaplain) and some others went ashore to baptize the queen. We conducted her to the platform and she was made to sit on a cushion. I showed her an image of Our Lady, a very beautiful wooden Child Jesus and a cross. After her baptism, she asked us to give her the little Child Jesus to keep in place of her idols.'

After Magellan's death days later on April 27th, and the massacre of 27 other Spaniards by the Cebuanos, the survivors hurriedly embarked and continued their voyage to Spain. For more than four decades (40 years), the cross and the Santo Niño left behind by Magellan remained as silent witnesses of Jesus Christ among the Filipinos.

The Spaniards came back to the Philippines in 1565, under the command of Gen. Miguel López de Legazpi. A soldier of the expedition, Juan Camus, found the image of the Santo Niño inside the house of a native.

This was attested by Fr. Andres de Urdaneta, the Augustinian chronicler of the expedition, and many other witnesses. The image has been venerated by the Filipinos ever since, and it is preserved at the magnificent Basilica del Santo Niño (formally called Basílica Menor del Santo Niño de Cebú or Minor Basilica of the Holy Child of Cebú) in Cebu. Today, the original image is permanently encased behind bulletproof glass inside its chapel.

The wooden statue of the Child King, of the style of those made in Belgium, synthesizes the childhood and the kingship of Christ.

The King of the Universe, who became a little child, keeps telling us in the Holy Gospel according to Matthew: 'Unless you turn and become like children, you will not enter the kingdom of heaven. Whoever humbles himself like this child, is the greatest in the kingdom of heaven.'

©2024 photos by yours truly

[adoseofgodtoday]

THE CHILD IN US

January 21, 2024 – Feast of the Sto. Niño Is. 9:1-6; Ps 98; Eph 1:3-6,15-18; Mk 10:13-16 What kind of a child do we have in our heart? We may not be a child physically, but we may still ack like a child. To act like a child does not necessarily connote negative sides. Recognizing the child in us will surely make us more aware of who we are, the intentions of our heart, the kind of dream and…

[ayakasaruto]

12.23.2023 4:53PM.

[jamietot]

VIVA PIT SEÑOR!

[carlocarrasco]

Three robbers arrested in Parañaque City

Three robbers arrested in Parañaque City

Is your home secure and are your valuables safe? I had to ask that question because of a recent robbery that happened in the city of Parañaque. According to Manila Bulletin news report, three people were arrested for robbing a home. Over P1 million worth of cash and jewelry were missing, and only a minority of that was recovered. To put things in perspective, posted below is the excerpt from the…

[merao-mariposa]

Chef Missa x Shapeshifter-Crow Phil AU.

(Just hear me out)

Missa is a single father looking to be a professional chef, moving to France to work in his idol's restaurant. He takes his daughter, takes his suitcases and moves to Paris, France to fulfill his dreams.

Phil is an ex-fighter who needs a change and get away from everything after a dramatic event (no spoiler) so when he receives an invitation from his brother in arms, Etoiles, to stay with him in France for a while he does not hesitate to accept.

His son Chayanne has trouble adjusting to his new life due to his selective mutism, fortunately Tallulah (Not tula) and Chayanne become friends at school.

Pissa basically know each other through their children.

Time skip to Tallulah finding out that Chayanne likes cooking, and it just so happens that his dad is el mejor chef del mundo! (She says) Missa starts giving cooking classes to Chayanne (it has nothing to do with him wanting to get closer to Phil, nope, absolutely not, he could never ever thought about that, he only does it because he cares about Chay//and his father)

Missa tries to play it cool and suave for Phil which leads to a lot of silly cartoon situations.

Missa and Phil get distracted by cooking, more smoke than normal starts coming out but they are so caught up in their flirting that they don't notice. Missa: Is it hotter here or is it just me?? Phil laughs, looks into his eyes, into his lips and back into his eyes, and slowly approaches, so slowly and Missa's heart almost sto- Until suddenly a blast of dry ice hits them rigth in their faces. Chayanne came back from whatever he was going to do, and found a tower of smoke! What happened!? …Neither Phil nor Missa can answer that. A bit because they are covered in dry ice and another bit because no mames, what a shame.

Jump to Missa, he's feeling homesick and unsure of his abilities. Tallulah has a fever and Missa is too worried.

The cooking classes stop for a few days.

Until a crow suddenly crosses through his window. That should scare him, his daughter is sick! And crows don't exactly prophesy health.

But he doesn't find himself able to chase away the creature that looks almost as worried as Missas feels. If crows had faces he would say that he frowns when he sees the girl. This crow seems to be really used to humans or something because he allows himself to be petted by Tallulah as if he were a cat, his feathers fluff up and rumble as if he were almost purring in his daughter's hands, her tired face lights up cuz of something that It's not the fever.

He decides to leave them alone.

Since that day the crow visits them more often almost like a family pet, he always comes and goes at night and always seems to be there when they need him most.

(Abajo esta en español, no worries my friends)

Missa es un padre soltero que busca ser chef profesional y se muda a Francia para trabajar en el restaurante de su ídolo. Toma a su hija, toma sus maletas y llega a París, Francia para cumplir su sueño.

Phil es un ex-peleador que necesita un cambio y alejarse de todo tras un susceso dramático (no spoiler) por lo que cuando recibe una invitado de su hermano de armas, Etoiles, para quedarse con el en Francia durante un tiempo no duda en aceptar.

Su hijo Chayanne tiene problemas para adaptarse al colegio y su nueva vida por su mutismo selectivo, afortunadamente Tallulah (no tula) y Chayanne se hacen amigos en la escuela.

Básicamente se conocen a través de sus hijos.

Salto de tiempo a que Tallulah se entere de que a Chayanne le gusta cocinar, y da la casualidad de que su papá es el mejor chef del mundo! (Dice ella) Missa empieza darle clases de cocina a Chayanne (no tiene nada que ver que quiera acercarse a su padre, nop, en definitiva y absolutamente nunca pensó en eso, solo lo hace porque le cae bien el niño //y su padre)

Missa trata de jugarlo cool y suave para Phil lo que lleva a un montón de situaciones tontas de caricatura. Missa y Phil se distraen cocinando, empieza salir más humo de lo normal pero ellos están tan atrapados en su coqueteo que no se dan cuenta. Missa: hace más calor aquí o soy solo yo? Phil se ríe, lo mira a los ojo, a los labios y devuelta a los ojos, y se va acercando lentamente, tan lento y el corazón de Missa casi se detien- Hasta que una ráfaga de hielo seco los golpea de lleno en la cara. Chayanne regresó de lo que sea que fue a hacer, volvió y encontró una enorme torre de humo! Qué pasó?! …Ni Phil ni Missa pueden responder a eso. Un poco porque están cubiertos de hielo seco y otro poco porque no mames que vergüenza.

Salto a Missa, tiempo despues, se siente nostálgico e inseguro de sus habilidades, para peor Tallulah tiene fiebre y Missa está demasiado preocupado.

Las clases de cocina paran durante algunos dias.

Hasta que un cuervo se mete por su ventana. Eso debería asustarlo, su hija está enferma! Y los cuervos no profetizan la salud exactamente.

Pero no se encuentra a si mismo capaz de echar a la criatura que se ve casi tan preocupado como el, si los cuervos tuvieran cara diría que tiene el ceño fruncido cuando ve a la niña. Este cuervo parece estar realmente acostumbrado a los humanos o algo así porque se deja acariciar por Tallulah como si fuera un gato, sus plumas se esponjan y retumba como si casi ronroneara y la cara cansada de su hija se ilumina por algo no es la fiebre.

Decide dejarlos solos.

Desde ese día el cuervo los visita más a menudo casi como una mascota de la familia, siempre va y viene por la noche y siempre aparece estar cuando mas lo necesitan.

[mypanoplies]

Novena to Sto. Niño (4th day)

PETITION Oh merciful Jesus, you had forgiven those who crucified you, we implore you to give us a forgiving heart so that we may always pardon those who hurt us in word or in deed. This we ask in Your Holy Name. Amen Pray 3 Our Father 3 Haily Mary 3 Glory Be Now ask Sto. Niño for your request… Supplications to Sto. Niño (continues on next post…)

[pannaginip]

AlterMidya on Twitter @altermidya:

DONATION DRIVE para sa mga apektado ng bagyong #CarinaPH [Donation drive for those affected by Typhoon Carina]

Nanawagan ng donasyon para sa relief goods ang iba't ibang grupo para umagapay sa mga apektado ng malakas na ulat at pagbaha na dulot ng bagyong Carina at malakas na habagat. [Various groups are calling for donations for relief goods to support those affected by the strong rains and flooding caused by Typhoon Carina and the strong southwest monsoon.]

Para sa mga dagdag na detalye, i-click ang mga poster sa thread na ito: [For additional details, click the posters under this thread:]

2024 Jul. 24

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CALL FOR RELIEF DONATIONS | #TyphoonCarina

Patuloy na tumataas ang baha kasabay ng pagbuhos ng ulan sa Metro Manila at iba pang mga kalapit na lugar. Nananawagan ang mga apektadong residente sa iba't ibang lugar sa Quezon City, Rizal (Rodriguez at Antipolo). Sa nakalap na report ng Bayan Muna Partylist at Bayang Matulungin, ilan sa mga apektadong lugar ay ang mga sumusunod:

Brgy. Tatalon, District 4, QC

Brgy. Talayan, District 1, QC

Brgy. Cupang, Tawid-Ilog area, Antipolo City

NIA Road, Brgy. Pinyahan, District 4, QC

Brgy. 8, District 2, Caloocan City

Kasiglahan Village, Brgy. San Jose

Rodriguez, Rizal Brgy. Maysilo, Malabon City

Tumatanggap po ng donasyon na food packs, mga tinapay at biskwit, at tubig, ganundin ang pinansyal na tulong para sa community kitchen. Pauna na ang pasasalamat para sa mga magbabahagi ng tulong.

For more information, please contact: Ms. Vhienna or Ms. Sarah 09321175586

For GCash donations 09235354319

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Isinailalim na sa RED RAINFALL WARNING ng PAGASA ang buong Kamaynilaan kaninang umaga. Maraming lugar na ang lubog sa baha at nagsilikas na sa mga evacuation center.

Sa mga nais tumulong sa mga kababayan natin mula sa mga pinakaapektadong komunidad, ang mga sumusunod ang pinakakinakailangan:

Para sa cash donations:

Chinabank

Account name: Lingap Gabriela, Inc.

Account no.: 105002008935

Swift code: CHBKPHMM

GCash

Jo*n Ma*c C. 09157687114

Para sa in-kind donations, ang drop off point ay sa

#35 Scout Delgado, Brgy. Laging Handa, QC

We are accepting the following in-kind donations:

Rice

Canned goods

Vitamins, medicine, and first aid equipment

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🚨 URGENT CALL FOR DONATIONS 🚨

Tulong Kabataan PH Disaster Response Center, Inc., in partnership with United Marikina Community Fire and Rescue Volunteer, calls for your support. Several parts of Metro Manila, including Barangay Tumana, Malanday, and Sto. Niño in Marikina City and areas in Quezon City and Manila have been severely flooded due to non-stop rains since Tuesday.

We are accepting both cash and in-kind donations to aid these affected communities. Your generous contributions can help provide essential supplies, rescue operations, and immediate relief.

Bank Details:

UnionBank

Account Number - 1096 6083 8825

Account Name - Earl Benz Molina

GCash

Account Number - 0921 889 1348

Account Name - Anna Kristina M.

Drop-off Center and Coordinator:

MANILA: UP Manila USC Office, 4F Joaquin Gonzales Bldg., Padre Faura St., Ermita, Manila

Coordinator: 09164150726 Kyla Sofia Benedicto

QUEZON CITY: Leong Hall, Ateneo de Manila University (Near Gate 3)

Coordinator: 09151237788 Kenneth Amores

Let's come together to help our fellow Filipinos in this time of need.

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#CarinaPH | TULONG GURO for Typhoon Carina victims

Many families and individuals are in urgent need of help and rescue. Donate now!

For cash donations: GCash 0951 312 1148 MH****E B.

For in-kind donations: You may contact 0951 312 1148 for details.

Thank you in advance!

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MAULANG ARAW, MGA KA-MANGGAGAWA!

Kami ay nananawagan para sa inyong donasyon upang makapagbigay ng agarang tulong sa mga manggagawa at kanilang pamilyang naapektuhan ng Bagyong Butchoy at Carina na patuloy na nagdudulot ng malakas na ulan sa malaking bahagi ng bansa.

FOR CASH DONATIONS:

EASTWEST BANK

Balai Obrero Foundation Inc.

200057848889

GCASH

Emelinda Sagcal 09561594733

IN-KIND DONATIONS DROP-OFF POINT:

Balai Obrero Foundation

#63 Narra Street, Project 3, Quezon City

Sama-samang pagkilos para sa sama-samang pagbangon.

For those in need of immediate help, you may use the contact details below:

TYPHOON EMERGENCY HOTLINE

𝗡𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡𝗔𝗟 𝗘𝗠𝗘𝗥𝗚𝗘𝗡𝗖𝗬 𝗛𝗢𝗧𝗟𝗜𝗡𝗘 - 911

𝗣𝗛𝗜𝗟𝗜𝗣𝗣𝗜𝗡𝗘 𝗥𝗘𝗗 𝗖𝗥𝗢𝗦𝗦

Hotline: 143, (02) 527-0000, (02) 527-8385 to 95

Disaster Management Office: 143(Staff), 132(Manager),133(Radio Room)

𝗡𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡𝗔𝗟 𝗗𝗜𝗦𝗔𝗦𝗧𝗘𝗥 𝗥𝗜𝗦𝗞 𝗥𝗘𝗗𝗨𝗖𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡 𝗔𝗡𝗗 𝗠𝗔𝗡𝗔𝗚𝗘𝗠𝗘𝗡𝗧 𝗖𝗢𝗨𝗡𝗖𝗜𝗟 (𝗡𝗗𝗥𝗥𝗠𝗖)

Trunkline: 911-5061 to 65

Phone Number: (+632) 91114016, (+632) 9122665

𝗣𝗔𝗚-𝗔𝗦𝗔

Hotline: (02) 824-0800

𝗗𝗘𝗣𝗔𝗥𝗧𝗠𝗘𝗡𝗧 𝗢𝗙 𝗦𝗢𝗖𝗜𝗔𝗟 𝗪𝗘𝗟𝗙𝗔𝗥𝗘 𝗔𝗡𝗗 𝗗𝗘𝗩𝗘𝗟𝗢𝗣𝗠𝗘𝗡𝗧

Text Hotline: 0918-912-2813

Trunkline: (02) 931-81-01

Disaster Response Unit: 856-3665, 852-8081

𝗣𝗛𝗜𝗟𝗜𝗣𝗣𝗜𝗡𝗘 𝗡𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡𝗔𝗟 𝗣𝗢𝗟𝗜𝗖𝗘 𝗛𝗢𝗧𝗟𝗜𝗡𝗘 𝗣𝗔𝗧𝗥𝗢𝗟

Hotline: 117, 722-0650

Text Hotline: 0917-847-5757

𝗕𝗨𝗥𝗘𝗔𝗨 𝗢𝗙 𝗙𝗜𝗥𝗘 𝗣𝗥𝗢𝗧𝗘𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡 (𝗡𝗖𝗥)

Direct Hotline: (02) 426-0219, (02)426-3812, (02) 426-0246

𝗣𝗛𝗜𝗟𝗜𝗣𝗣𝗜𝗡𝗘 𝗖𝗢𝗔𝗦𝗧 𝗚𝗨𝗔𝗥𝗗

Trunkline: (02) 527-8481 to 89

Action Center: (02) 527-3877

0917-PCG-DOTC 0917-724-3682(Globe)

0918-967-4697

𝗠𝗘𝗧𝗥𝗢 𝗠𝗔𝗡𝗜𝗟𝗔 𝗗𝗘𝗩𝗘𝗟𝗢𝗣𝗠𝗘𝗡𝗧 𝗔𝗨𝗧𝗛𝗢𝗥𝗜𝗧𝗬

Hotline:136

Trunkline: (02) 882-4150-77

loc. 337 (Rescue)

255 (Metrobase)

319 (Road Safety)

374 (Public Safety)

320 (Road Emergency)

(02) 882-0925 (Flood Control)

𝗗𝗘𝗣𝗔𝗥𝗧𝗠𝗘𝗡𝗧 𝗢𝗙 𝗖𝗢𝗠𝗠𝗨𝗡𝗜𝗖𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡

(DOTC) Central Hotline

Public Assiatnce Center: 7890

𝗠𝗔𝗡𝗜𝗟𝗔 𝗜𝗡𝗧𝗘𝗥𝗡𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡𝗔𝗟 𝗔𝗜𝗥𝗣𝗢𝗥𝗧 𝗔𝗨𝗧𝗛𝗢𝗥𝗜𝗧𝗬

Text Hotline: 0917-839-6462 (TEXTNAIA)

Terminals 1,2,and 4: 877-1109 and loc. 2444

Terminal 3: 887-7888 loc. 8046

𝗠𝗔𝗡𝗜𝗟𝗔 𝗪𝗔𝗧𝗘𝗥

Hotline: 162

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SAGIP KANAYUNAN | CALL FOR DONATIONS for FARMERS & FISHERFOLK affected by Typhoon Carina

Heavy and continuous rainfall caused by Typhoon Carina resulted to severe flooding in different farming and coastal communities in the country. Many infrastructures and equipment used for their livelihood are affected.

NNARA Youth, in partnership with the areas, is opening a monetary and in-kind donation drive to help the communities with their urgent needs. We humbly ask for your support especially with the onslaught of the typhoon.

In-kind donations could be canned goods, noodles, or coffee. Message our FB page for details on where they can be sent. For monetary support, you may send it to the QR code attached to this post.

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📣 CALL FOR DONATIONS 📣

Serve the People Corps is accepting donations for disaster-prone areas in CALABARZON heavily affected by #CarinaPH.

Cash donations may be coursed through:

💰GCASH:

Fr*****e A****a F.

09178348950

🥫We also accept in-kind donations such as:

Drinking water

ready-to-eat or canned goods

food packs

clean clothes, beddings, blankets

medicine kits

toiletries

other immediate needs.

Please send us a message if you have any queries.

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CALL FOR DONATIONS PARA SA MGA KOMUNIDAD NA APEKTADO NG #CarinaPH

Ang National Office ng College Editors' Guild of the Philippines (CEGP) ay naglulunsad ng isang call for donations sa gitna ng hagupit ng Bagyong Carina at Southwest Monsoon o Habagat.

Nananawagan tayo sa lahat ng nais na tumulong at magbigay ng mga donasyon para sa mga komunidad na apektado ng kalamidad.

Para sa Monetary Donations:

Gcash:

09154457991 John Ray L.

Add note: CARINA PH DONATIONS

Maaring i-scan ang QR code sa baba. Maaring i-send ang proof of transaction sa aming Facebook page.

Para naman sa in-kind donations, narito ang maaring ipadala:

Canned goods

Noodles

Rice

Water

Good clothes

Hygiene kit

Blankets

Plastic bag

Medicine/First aid Kit

Contact: Maricho Tagailo, CEGP National Coordinator

Mobile: 09660033150

Telephone: 8-28751661

Drop off location: CEGP National Office

31 Narra St., Violago Homes Phase III, Pasong Tamo Quezon City

Bilang ibayong pag-iingat, narito rin ang kompilasyon ng mga emergency hotlines at emergency operations center na maaring ugnayan.

Katuwang ninyo ang National Office ng College Editors' Guild of the Philippines sa panahong ito. Hangad namin ang kaligtasan ng bawat isa.

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[zapdos06]

𝑻𝒐𝒑 𝑴𝒖𝒔𝒕-𝑽𝒊𝒔𝒊𝒕 𝑷𝒍𝒂𝒄𝒆𝒔 𝒊𝒏 𝑪𝒆𝒃𝒖: "𝑨 𝑮𝒖𝒊𝒅𝒆 𝒕𝒐 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝑸𝒖𝒆𝒆𝒏 𝑪𝒊𝒕𝒚 𝒐𝒇 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝑺𝒐𝒖𝒕𝒉"

Cebu, known as the "Queen City of the South," is a beautiful island province in the Philippines that captivates visitors with its mix of rich history, stunning beaches, unique festivals, and vibrant urban culture. Whether you’re an adventure seeker, a history enthusiast, or a beach lover, Cebu has something for everyone. Here’s a comprehensive guide to the best places to visit in Cebu, perfect for travelers looking to experience the island’s diverse attractions.

CEBU TAOIST TEMPLE

The Cebu Taoist Temple is a beautiful and serene destination located in the hills of Beverly Hills Subdivision in Cebu City. Built in 1972 by Cebu’s Chinese community, the temple stands as a symbol of their deep-rooted heritage and spiritual presence in the region. Unlike most temples in the Philippines, the Cebu Taoist Temple is open to visitors of all faiths, offering a welcoming space for those interested in Taoism or simply looking to experience the temple's tranquil environment.

TEMPLE OF LEAH

The Temple of Leah is a grand, Greco-Roman-inspired structure located in the hills of Busay, Cebu City. Built in 2012, the temple was commissioned by Teodorico Adarna as a tribute to his late wife, Leah Villa Albino-Adarna, symbolizing his enduring love and devotion to her. Often referred to as "Cebu's Taj Mahal," the temple has since become a popular tourist attraction due to its unique architecture and romantic backstory.

KAWASAN FALLS

Kawasan Falls is one of Cebu’s most famous natural attractions, located in the lush mountains of Badian, about 130 kilometers south of Cebu City. This stunning waterfall is known for its multi-tiered cascades, with water that appears strikingly turquoise, flowing into natural pools surrounded by lush greenery. The falls consist of three main levels, each with its own scenic pools, and are perfect for swimming, bamboo rafting, and cliff diving.

OSLOB WHALE SHARKS

Oslob, a coastal town in southern Cebu, is renowned worldwide for its unique whale shark-watching experience. Visitors from around the globe come to Oslob to swim and snorkel with these gentle giants, known locally as butanding. Whale sharks, the largest fish in the world, are peaceful creatures and feed on plankton, making them safe to observe up close.

Oslob Municipality is known for its old churches and beautiful beaches, but it has become more popular because of the gentle giants the Whale Sharks. Local fishermen would interact with the whale sharks by feeding them, until many tourists began to arrive in Oslob to see the whale sharks being fed. As a result, these tourists snorkeled or dived with the whale sharks. Oslob Whale Shark watching is one of the top bucket lists of tourists who visit Cebu because of the rare experience. Most noteworthy, whenever you have a close encounter with the Whale Sharks, it is not allowed to touch them.

MAGELLAN’S CROSS

King of Spain Charles 1 chose navigator Ferdinand Magellan to look for the “Spice Islands.” In doing so, Magellan was able to cross the globe and eventually landed in the Philippines in 1521. Specifically, he made his step in Cebu on March 15, 1521.

Magellan’s Cross is one of the most historically significant landmarks in Cebu City and a symbol of the Philippines’ colonial past. Planted by Portuguese explorer Ferdinand Magellan in 1521, the cross commemorates the arrival of Christianity in the Philippines, marking the beginning of Spanish influence in the archipelago. This event is considered a milestone in Philippine history, as it led to widespread conversion and the establishment of Catholicism across the islands.

BASILICA DEL STO. NIÑO

The Basilica Minore del Santo Niño, often simply referred to as the Santo Niño Basilica, is the oldest Roman Catholic church in the Philippines and one of Cebu’s most important religious landmarks. Located in Cebu City, this basilica dates back to 1565 when Spanish explorer Miguel López de Legazpi and his men discovered an image of the Santo Niño (Holy Child) inside a village hut that had survived a fire. This image, believed to be a gift from Ferdinand Magellan to Queen Juana in 1521, is considered miraculous and has since become a revered symbol of faith for Cebuanos and Filipinos.

The basilica is also the heart of the annual Sinulog Festival, held every January, which celebrates the Santo Niño with vibrant street parades, traditional dances, and a solemn procession. This grand festival brings thousands of pilgrims and tourists to Cebu each year, underscoring the deep devotion of the people to the Santo Niño. Visiting the Basilica Minore del Santo Niño offers not only a historical experience but also a spiritual one, making it a must-see for anyone exploring Cebu.

THE HERITAGE OF CEBU MONUMENT

The Heritage of Cebu Monument is a striking landmark located in Cebu City's historic Parian district, depicting key moments and figures in Cebu’s rich history. Built from 1997 to 2000 under the direction of Cebuano artist Eduardo Castrillo, this monument is a detailed, multi-faceted sculpture crafted from concrete, bronze, brass, and steel. It serves as a historical tableau showcasing Cebu’s journey from pre-colonial times through the Spanish and American colonial periods, right up to modern times.

The monument features scenes that include Magellan’s arrival in Cebu, the baptism of Rajah Humabon and Queen Juana, and the Battle of Mactan where native chieftain Lapu-Lapu famously defeated Magellan. It also includes representations of significant structures such as the Basilica Minore del Santo Niño and the Cebu Metropolitan Cathedral, blending Cebu’s rich spiritual heritage with its cultural history.

The sculpting began in July 1997 and was completed in December 2000. The features of the monument include Christian conversions, Spanish occupation, battle against foreign colonizer, a prominent Christian figure, and a certain Philippine president.

PESCADOR ISLAND

Pescador Island, located off the coast of Moalboal in Cebu, is a premier destination for diving and snorkeling enthusiasts. This small island is surrounded by vibrant coral reefs, crystal-clear waters, and an abundance of marine life, making it one of the best diving spots in the Philippines. Known for its dramatic underwater cliffs, the Pescador Cathedral, a large, cavernous area that divers can explore, is a particular highlight, offering an unforgettable underwater experience.

Another popular tourist attraction in this location is the Sardine Run. You can swim with millions of Sardines (also known as Herring), which is impressive. Therefore, brace yourself to experience the magnificent beauty of the underwater.

Reference: https://www.travelcebu.ph/blog/cebu-tourist-spots-guide/

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i had this saved as 'slightly menacing sto. niño art'

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[Image Description: A drawing of a young girl wearing a maria clara and holding a sto. niño figure. She wears spiky halo bent out of shape, a veil, black skirt with torn edges stylized as curling tendrils. Her sleeves are edged with embroidery and rows of beads, also fraying and coming loose. 

She wears a large, flared panuelo similar in shape to the red cape of the sto. niño figure she has in her lap. The small statue is holding a scepter and orb. Its crown has a small, sharp cross on top, which has cut two long gashes across the girl's cheek and eye. Blood flows from the wounds and drips down the girl's chin. /end ID]

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January 15 | Feast of the Santo Niño (Sto. Niño)

"Children are first in God's kingdom because of their generosity and spontaneity, easily sensing the needs of others. In other words, to possess the heart of a child does not mean being simply dependent on others but also actively participating in mission. Adults can do this only, if they imitate the generosity of children. Are children capable of intense holiness? As first citizens in God's kingdom, they surely can be shining models of holiness. The greatest sinners and criminals on our planet are adults. Children can only be innocent or saintly." -Fr. Tim Melliza, SSP

Despite there's a temporary power outage a few hours ago (due to a damaged transformer from nearby town), I have the chance to shot at this picture. Anyways, on to the description after the jump.

Pit Señor! The feast of the Santo Niño is celebrated every year on the third Sunday of January.

On April 14, 1521, the image of the Holy Child was presented to the wife of Rajah Humabon (later named Don Carlos), Hara Humamay (later named Queen Juana of Cebu) by Ferdinand Magellan after her baptism. On the same day, 800 Cebuanos were also baptized. 

The Italian scholar and chronicler of the expedition, Antonio Pigafetta wrote: 'After dinner, Fr. Pedro Valderrama (the fleet chaplain) and some others went ashore to baptize the queen. We conducted her to the platform and she was made to sit on a cushion. I showed her an image of Our Lady, a very beautiful wooden Child Jesus and a cross. After her baptism, she asked us to give her the little Child Jesus to keep in place of her idols.'

After Magellan's death days later on April 27th, and the massacre of 27 other Spaniards by the Cebuanos, the survivors hurriedly embarked and continued their voyage to Spain. For more than four decades (40 years), the cross and the Santo Niño left behind by Magellan remained as silent witnesses of Jesus Christ among the Filipinos.

The Spaniards came back to the Philippines in 1565, under the command of Gen. Miguel López de Legazpi. A soldier of the expedition, Juan Camus, found the image of the Santo Niño inside the house of a native. This was attested by Fr. Andres de Urdaneta, the Augustinian chronicler of the expedition, and many other witnesses. The image has been venerated by the Filipinos ever since, and it is preserved at the magnificent Basilica del Santo Niño (formally called Basílica Menor del Santo Niño de Cebú or Minor Basilica of the Holy Child of Cebú) in Cebu. Today, the original image is permanently encased behind bulletproof glass inside its chapel.

The wooden statue of the Child King, of the style of those made in Belgium, synthesizes the childhood and the kingship of Christ.

The King of the Universe, who became a little child, keeps telling us in the Holy Gospel according to Matthew: 'Unless you turn and become like children, you will not enter the kingdom of heaven. Whoever humbles himself like this child, is the greatest in the kingdom of heaven.'

©2023 photo by yours truly via POCO X3

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Weekend Escapes✨

Some people think that being a working student is quite hard, especially in handling our precious time and schedules. I always manage my schedule every day starting with waking up early at 4 am up to lunchtime for my morning work shift then going straight ahead into my classes then getting home by 9 in the evening. This kind of schedule may be tough and tiring but always remember that you still need to rest especially on weekends, I will show you how I spend my rest days after a few days of no classes.

St. John Bosco Parish Church-Makati City, April 7, 2024

It all started last Sunday wherein I put my rest day into Lord’s Day, a day where I spent my whole day listening to the words of God. I was invited to attend a family recollection by one of my youth mates, it is supposed to be an exclusive event for a family but instead, they also invited their friends in able to celebrate and meditate.

McDonald’s Bahayang Pag-asa, Molino 3 Bacoor City, April 8, 2024

Another day passed and my rest day ended a few hours ago, I already started my day going to work. It’s still dark outside but I needed to come to work in able to fund my educational expenses. After 8 long hours of my shift, I still needed to come home early as there were some school activities that I needed to finish already.

Sto. Niño De Molino Parish Church, Molino 3 Bacoor City, April 9, 2024

Since this day is a holiday my schedule from work got a little bit changed making my shift started from lunchtime up to late afternoon. As I was about to go home, I just felt some urge to walk for a while before I got home and my feet brought me into one of my favorite churches nearby. It just happens that there is a mass ongoing.

McDonald’s Salawag, Salawag Dasmariñas City, April 10, 2024

After a tiring day of work and school activities, I just decided to visit the nearest McDonald’s from my home to order some iced coffee and burgers in able to cheer up myself after a tiring day. The days of having no classes are coming to an end, midterms are coming also and I want to prepare myself again for another battle for the next few days.