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Many people wonder why September 8 is observed as the birthday of the Blessed Virgin Mary.LITURGICAL CALCULATION-In the ...
08/09/2026

Many people wonder why September 8 is observed as the birthday of the Blessed Virgin Mary.

LITURGICAL CALCULATION

-In the Christian tradition, this date is set exactly nine months after the Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception on December 8, paralleling the nine months from the Annunciation on March 25 to the birth of Jesus on December 25, and reflecting the sacred period of a mother carrying her child as noted in Scripture (2 Maccabees 7:27). This feast was already widely celebrated long before the dogma of the Immaculate Conception was defined in 1854, with roots in early writings such as the Protoevangelium of James, ancient liturgical practices in Jerusalem, processions instituted by Pope St. Sergius I, and homilies by St. Andrew of Crete, eventually finding a firm place in the Roman calendar by the seventh century.

WHY CATHOLIC CELEBRATE MARY'S BIRTHDAY?

-Pope St. Paul VI taught in Marialis Cultus that celebrating Mary’s birth is closely tied to the mystery of the Incarnation and the hope of salvation, while the Catechism presents her life as prepared throughout the Old Covenant for her unique role as Mother of the Savior. Those who honor this day often do so through prayer, Mass, processions, the Rosary, and visits to Marian shrines, giving thanks for her existence and her Fiat—her complete “yes” to God—through which she became the doorway for Christ and a mother who points all people toward her Son. Today we can pause to thank God for the gift of Mary, honor her as the Theotokos, and ask that she continue to offer maternal guidance and lead all who seek her intercession closer to Jesus Christ.

Viva Maria! Our Lady of Guadalupe, pray for us. Pro Deo et Ecclesia ✝️

[𝐆𝐑𝐄𝐄𝐓𝐈𝐍𝐆𝐒]Sharing a birthday makes today even more special. 𝐇𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐲 𝐁𝐢𝐫𝐭𝐡𝐝𝐚𝐲 𝐭𝐨 𝐀𝐧𝐠𝐞𝐥𝐚 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐂𝐡𝐫𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐚𝐧! 🎂🎂🎉🎉‎‎As we celebra...
17/08/2026

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Sharing a birthday makes today even more special. 𝐇𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐲 𝐁𝐢𝐫𝐭𝐡𝐝𝐚𝐲 𝐭𝐨 𝐀𝐧𝐠𝐞𝐥𝐚 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐂𝐡𝐫𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐚𝐧! 🎂🎂🎉🎉
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‎As we celebrate you both today, we pray that God continues to guide and to bless your journeys and apostolic works that truly uplift and strengthen the people around the both of you.
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‎May the Lord continue to shine His light upon both of you in blessings of peace, good health, and abundant joy in your year ahead.🥳🥳

‎[𝐆𝐑𝐄𝐄𝐓𝐈𝐍𝐆𝐒]‎‎A Blessed Birthday to our adviser, Sir Enrico Yee Jr.! 🎂 We pray for God's blessings and grace to surround...
28/04/2026

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‎A Blessed Birthday to our adviser, Sir Enrico Yee Jr.! 🎂 We pray for God's blessings and grace to surround you and your family on this special day. As He shines His light upon you as you continue to be a steward in His Church, may this day bring you the biggest slice of happiness and strength.
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‎May the Lord continue to bless you with joy, wisdom, and good health as you guide us in the service of our faith. Happy Birthday, Sir Yee! 🎉

[𝐋𝐎𝐎𝐊] The 𝐔𝐒𝐞𝐏 𝐁𝐚𝐬𝐢𝐜 𝐄𝐜𝐜𝐥𝐞𝐬𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐲, 𝐂𝐚𝐭𝐡𝐨𝐥𝐢𝐜 𝐅𝐚𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐃𝐞𝐟𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬, and 𝐂𝐅𝐂 - 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐭𝐡 𝐅𝐨𝐫 𝐂𝐡𝐫𝐢𝐬𝐭, joined together for thi...
27/04/2026

[𝐋𝐎𝐎𝐊] The 𝐔𝐒𝐞𝐏 𝐁𝐚𝐬𝐢𝐜 𝐄𝐜𝐜𝐥𝐞𝐬𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐂𝐨𝐦𝐦𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐲, 𝐂𝐚𝐭𝐡𝐨𝐥𝐢𝐜 𝐅𝐚𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐃𝐞𝐟𝐞𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬, and 𝐂𝐅𝐂 - 𝐘𝐨𝐮𝐭𝐡 𝐅𝐨𝐫 𝐂𝐡𝐫𝐢𝐬𝐭, joined together for this year's successful 𝐂𝐂𝐎𝐦𝐦𝐮𝐧𝐢𝐟𝐞𝐬𝐭, organised by the university's Council of Clubs and Organizations (CCO). For three days, the Ministries have showcased their advocacy and shared their faith in the active participation to the activities of the event.

The USeP Catholic Ministries have set up a booth aligned with the festival theme to serve their purpose and mission to stand in the commitment of living out the Catholic Faith while serving the university.

One of the highlights of the event was the 𝐅𝐚𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐃𝐚𝐲 Celebration, which brought together different communities in worship and dialogue. The day began with the 𝐇𝐨𝐥𝐲 𝐌𝐚𝐬𝐬, presided by Rev. Fr. Victor Isidoro G. Gilay. Following the Mass is the 𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐟𝐚𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐃𝐢𝐚𝐥𝐨𝐠𝐮𝐞 with the theme “Faith Against Corruption; Restitution on Moral Integrity.” Representing the ministries were Ma’am Greseil Ferrando, Adviser of the Basic Ecclesial Community, and Bro. Ryan R. Mejellano, National President of the Catholic Faith Defenders Inc.

The day continued with the 𝐅𝐚𝐢𝐭𝐡 𝐉𝐚𝐦, where participants lifted their voices in songs of praise and thanksgiving. The event was made even more special by the performances of the Youth For Christ – North Cluster and the USeP Catholic Ministries Choir.

The success of our participation would not have been possible without the support and presence of our guests and partners.

We extend our warm appreciation to the 𝐓𝐫𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐭𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐚𝐧 𝐒𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐬, the 𝐌𝐢𝐬𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐞𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐀𝐬𝐬𝐮𝐦𝐩𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧, the 𝐁𝐫𝐨𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐒𝐚𝐜𝐫𝐞𝐝 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐭, as well as the students and faculty, for visiting our booth and gracing our activities with their presence.

Our deep gratitude is also given to 𝐁𝐚𝐫𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐚𝐲 𝟐𝟎-𝐁 for generously providing two tents for the activity. Your kindness and support served as a foundation that made our booth and participation possible.

Our Heartfelt and Big Thanks are also extended to our 𝐀𝐥𝐮𝐦𝐧𝐢 for their unending support, guidance, and generosity. You have been a strong pillar of strength in our Ministries as your continuous service to our mission nurtured our community within and beyond the university.

CCOmmunifest 2026 was not just a festival of organizations, but a gathering of faith, purpose, and community.

Amare et Servire Domino +
Pro Deo et Ecclesia +
Aral at Dasal +

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𝐇𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐲 𝐁𝐢𝐫𝐭𝐡𝐝𝐚𝐲, 𝐉𝐨𝐬𝐡𝐮𝐚! 🎂‎‎We are grateful for your commitment and service to our ministry. May this special day of your...
02/04/2026

𝐇𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐲 𝐁𝐢𝐫𝐭𝐡𝐝𝐚𝐲, 𝐉𝐨𝐬𝐡𝐮𝐚! 🎂
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‎We are grateful for your commitment and service to our ministry. May this special day of yours be bright and filled with joy and grace.
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‎May the Lord bless you with wisdom and strength as you continue to offer your service to His community.
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‎𝘺𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘊𝘍𝘋 𝘧𝘢𝘮𝘪𝘭𝘺

𝐇𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐲 𝐁𝐢𝐫𝐭𝐡𝐝𝐚𝐲, 𝐋𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐥𝐲 𝐌𝐚𝐞! 🎂✨Your dedication as a Catholic Faith Defender and Treasurer is truly inspiring. May God ble...
31/03/2026

𝐇𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐲 𝐁𝐢𝐫𝐭𝐡𝐝𝐚𝐲, 𝐋𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐥𝐲
𝐌𝐚𝐞! 🎂✨

Your dedication as a Catholic Faith Defender and Treasurer is truly inspiring. May God bless you with more strength, wisdom, and happiness as you continue serving with faith and commitment. Wishing you a meaningful and joyful celebration today!

𝘺𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘊𝘍𝘋 𝘧𝘢𝘮𝘪𝘭𝘺

‎𝐀 𝐁𝐥𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐞𝐝 𝐁𝐢𝐫𝐭𝐡𝐝𝐚𝐲, 𝐑𝐞𝐲𝐧𝐢𝐞!🎂🎉‎‎We send our warmest greetings to our dear Assistant Secretary, Reynie! We pray in gratit...
29/03/2026

‎𝐀 𝐁𝐥𝐞𝐬𝐬𝐞𝐝 𝐁𝐢𝐫𝐭𝐡𝐝𝐚𝐲, 𝐑𝐞𝐲𝐧𝐢𝐞!🎂🎉
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‎We send our warmest greetings to our dear Assistant Secretary, Reynie! We pray in gratitude for another year of continued guidance and blessings. May you continue to bring joy and encouragement in everything around you and in all that you do.
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‎May you persevere in your path with His strength and guidance. Happy Birthday!🥳
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‎𝘺𝘰𝘶𝘳 𝘊𝘍𝘋 𝘍𝘢𝘮𝘪𝘭𝘺

[𝐈𝐍𝐕𝐈𝐓𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍] ‎‎𝐑𝐄𝐅𝐋𝐄𝐂𝐓, 𝐑𝐄𝐍𝐄𝐖, and 𝐑𝐄𝐂𝐎𝐍𝐍𝐄𝐂𝐓 this Lenten season! ‎‎𝐖𝐇𝐀𝐓: Lenten Recollection, in collaboration with the ...
26/02/2026

[𝐈𝐍𝐕𝐈𝐓𝐀𝐓𝐈𝐎𝐍]
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‎𝐑𝐄𝐅𝐋𝐄𝐂𝐓, 𝐑𝐄𝐍𝐄𝐖, and 𝐑𝐄𝐂𝐎𝐍𝐍𝐄𝐂𝐓 this Lenten season!
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‎𝐖𝐇𝐀𝐓: Lenten Recollection, in collaboration with the Catholic Faith Defenders
‎𝐖𝐇𝐄𝐍: Tomorrow, 27 February 2026, from 4:00 PM to 5:00 PM
‎𝐖𝐇𝐄𝐑𝐄: Room 401 at the CIC Building.
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‎Together, let’s deepen our relationship with God through prayer, detach from distractions through fasting, and share love through generosity. All are welcome.
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‎See you there!✝️👋
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Caption written by: Angela May Bibat
Layout & design by: Armond Harrold Lozano

MEET THE GUEST SPEAKERWe are honored to introduce our Guest Speaker for the upcoming Grand Bible Rally. Join us in welco...
23/01/2026

MEET THE GUEST SPEAKER
We are honored to introduce our Guest Speaker for the upcoming Grand Bible Rally. Join us in welcoming him as he joins our roster of speakers. See you there!

PubMat & Captions by: Athena Senon


MEET THE SPEAKERS ‎‎Join us for the Grand Bible Rally on Sunday, January 25, 2026. We're excited to welcome our speakers...
23/01/2026

MEET THE SPEAKERS
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‎Join us for the Grand Bible Rally on Sunday, January 25, 2026. We're excited to welcome our speakers: Bro. Jet Garcia (President of CFD San Pedro Chapter), Bro. Jessie Lobitaña, (former President of CFD Sto. Rosario Toril Chapter), and Bro. John Diona (MATHRe, former President of CFD San Pedro Cathedral Chapter and a Master of Arts in Theology major in Religious Education). See you there!

PubMat & Captions by: Athena Senon


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