English Category Division 1 Winners Mater Omnis by Gerard Dean S. Villamil, Holy Rosary Minor Seminary Our Lady of Peñafrancia reminds us not only of her title as the "Mother of All Bicolanos" but also of her deep identity as the "Mother to All". Her image by the river, carried and adored by thousands of faithful who cry, 'Viva la Virgen!', shows a mother's enduring love that never abandons her children. Ina embraces each one of us, no matter how broken or how far we are. She

By Crisel Dionisio The Bishop Francisco Gainza Trade Fair (BFGTF) 2026 Media Conference gathered 19 media partners and key collaborators in Camarines Sur last August 10, 2026 at the Johanine Hall of the Naga Metropolitan Cathedral. Fr. Francis A. Tordilla, director of Caceres Commission on Communications, started the event with his opening remarks. In his speech he welcomed and acknowledged all the participants and media personnel present in the conference. After which th

By Lilette P. Manauis The Camino de Peñafrancia (CDP) embarks on its fifth year with new paths, new spiritual director, and new partnerships as the pilgrimage starts on August 30, 2026 in Sorsogon City, Sorsogon, then proceeds through Albay and continues to Camarines Sur. The pilgrimage culminates on September 11, 2026, coincides with the Traslacion and completes a 13-day spiritual journey. The devotion grows in participation and spreads in church itineraries as the Diocese

By Jonnah Abellano The Archdiocese of Caceres marked a significant milestone on June 29, 2026, celebrating the 75th anniversary of its elevation to an archdiocese. Rather than focusing on grand celebrations, the observance emphasized “system-building,” highlighting efforts to strengthen structures that promote greater participation of the faithful in the life and mission of the Church. To ensure long-term pastoral vitality, the Archdiocese introduced four updated structural f