Tag Archives: Diocese of Cubao

My Family’s Charming Parish Church: The Immaculate Conception Cathedral of Cubao

“Imma” That’s how we colloquially call our parish which is under the Diocese of Cubao. The Diocese actually celebrated its 10th year this 2013. The first and currently serving Bishop of Cubao is His Excellency Bishop Honesto F. Ongtioco. The … Continue reading

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La Visita Iglesia: Notable Churches in Metro Manila

Today, Maundy Thursday, Filipino Catholics engage in an ancient Roman practice of visiting churches as a penitential and devotional act. However, with more and more Filipinos leaving their cities for the beaches (which they do anyway on any other long … Continue reading

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The Cloister: How the Pink Sisters Live a Life of Freedom

What is it with nuns in pink that people flock to their convents? Is it the fact that they are constantly seen kneeling in front of the Blessed Sacrament that people think that if they pray for one’s petitions, these … Continue reading

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