Gladiators Of God MAIN

Kahit anong mangyari piliin mong maging mabuti. Ang ay hindi lang sa pagkakamali mo at pagiging masamang tao kundi sa kabutihan at Dakilang Awa ng Diyos para sa iyo. Hindi ka pa tapos, inaayos at maayos ka pa ng Diyos. God will never give up on you! You are down but you are not yet done.

To listen is to love (audire et amare), more prayer, more power! Walang tinawag ang Diyos na pinabayaan Niya. Ibinagsak pero hindi nawasak.

Viva, Poong Hesus Nazareno!

5th Parish Wide Lenten Recollection
Paksa: Ang Pangalan ng Diyos ay Habag at Awa
Rev. Fr. Hans Magdurulang
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First Friday ng Abril. Bukas na ulit ang Pahalik sa Mahal na Nazareno

SANTO DOMINGO CHURCH (5th Church in Intramuros - 1864)

Photo Colorization by Adlai Jan Garcia Jawid

The Santo Domingo Church, also known as National Shrine of Our Lady of the Holy Rosary of La Naval de Manila (Spanish: Santuario Nacional de Nuestra Señora del Santísimo Rosario de La Naval de Manila; Filipino: Pambansang Dambana ng Mahál na Birhen ng Santísimo Rosario ng La Naval ng Maynila), It is dedicated to Mary, mother of Jesus under her title of Our Lady of La Naval de Manila.
A few months after the 1863 earthquake, Félix Róxas presented a plan for the church’s reconstruction, partly following the plan of the previous church and utilizing some of its salvageable parts. On August 30, 1864, the cornerstone of the present church was laid. In it was placed a lead box, containing art objects, gold coins, medals of saints and other things belonging to the “Orden de Predicadores”. Construction occurred from 1864 to 1887 in the gotico fingido (neogothic) style, using Philippine building materials. The immense columns resembling spreading tree branches were of acle, molave, and ipil. The vault was of zinc or galvanized iron. The stained glass windows were ordered from Europe. The four retablos were made under the direction of Father Joaquín Sabater, a professor of drawing at the University of Santo Tomás. Alberoni directed the painting of the main altar.

The church measured 70 by 31 by 22 meters (230 ft × 102 ft × 72 ft) at the central aisles, and 16.6 meters (54 ft) high at the lateral aisles. Its towers rose to 23.3 meters (76 ft). Although Fr. Sixto and Fr. Ristoro would supervise construction of the church, the Dominicans contracted the services of the European-trained architect Félix Roxas Sr. Roxas, adapting the seismic realities, designed a church with story of stone an upper story of wood. He worked closely with Isabelo Tampinco who decorated the interior with carving imitating the fan vault reminiscent of the English gothic; the walls and ceiling of the sacristy were similarly treated. Even the furniture in the sacristy was treated in a gothic manner. The chapel of the Nuestra Señora de Rosario had an altar with lancet arches and gothic-inspired ornamented pinnacles. Its floor was made of native molave and narra and the pulpit was of fine carving, with the images representing the different saints of the Order. A dove was attached to the sounding board of the pulpit, above which, there was an angel. The choir-loft was spacious and was protected by wrought from railing manufactured in the Philippines. Over the central doorway, on the roof was enclosed in a glass case original Virgin of the Rosary, which had been there for many centuries. The central altar had three saints. In the center was Saint Dominic, at the left was Saint Francis and at the right was Saint Theresa of Jesus. Above Saint Dominic was the statue of Saint Mary Magdalene. The cupola above had many colored glass windows. Inside, was a balcony surrounded by an iron railing.

Our Lady of the Rosary had a separate chapel at the right of the high altar. This image was donated by the Governor-General Luis Perez Dasmarinas and carved by a Chinese, under competent direction. Many persons claim to have secured much help from this marvelous image especially from women, who placed the skirt of the image over their abdomen during their difficult delivery. It was recorded that this image saved the island during the Dutch invasions of 1646 and that on October 5, 1907, it was canonically crowned. Its ivory hands and face, costly garments and crown were very artistic. Saint Dominic was at the left of the image, kneeling and receiving a rosary, while at the right was Saint Catalina de Siena. In the same chapel, there were two more lofty altars. The one at the right was dedicated to Saint Vincent Ferrer, and the other on the left, to the Holy Family. In this chapel, the interesting historical canvas, painted in Rome in 1909, represented the priest, Saint Dominic, baptizing a Chinese while the two other natives stand watching him. Near this chapel was the sacristy in which were the chests of camagon with their fine carvings. These chests contained the costly vestments of the priests. A big crucifix was at one end of the hall near a stairway leading to the monastery. Below this image, there was a half-length portrait of the Virgin Dolores. On the walls of sacristy, there were canvases of interest and value from a religious standpoint. There were four more altars in the main church. The two on the left were dedicated to the Immaculate Conception and in Saint Thomas respectively: the two on the right, to Our Savior and to Saint Joseph. Below the Crucifix was the “Santo Sepulcro” which could be seen thru the glass cover. From the lofty ceiling of the church, there were costly and heavy chandeliers, and on the lateral walls, there were images carved in wood, showing the different stages of the life of Christ.

The church incurred damage over time and was repaired. In 1887, the vault and the rose windows of batikuling were restored. The main altar was almost totally renovated, and the columns repaired. The roof of the bell towers was renovated to assume a crown-like form. In 1941, the Gothic church of Santo Domingo in Intramuros was destroyed at the advent of the Second World War. On December 21, 1941 the church and the Dominican monastery beside it were hit by Japanese bombs. This was the first church to be ruined during the Pacific War. The friars, archives, the image of Our Lady of the Holy Rosary of La Naval and other movable property like ivory statues, gala vestments of the Virgin; jewelry, and sacred vessels were the only survivors of the war. The image was transferred to Santísimo Rosario Church at the University of Santo Tomás (UST) in España, Manila. The ruins were subsequently demolished, and the church transferred. The site is now a financial hub with occupants including Bank of the Philippine Islands, with a historical marker reminding visitors of what used to stand on the site.

Served as the motherhouse or headquarters of the Dominican Order of the Philippines. The Dominicans were one of the "pioneering missionaries" of the Philippines. The motherhouse was transferred to the Quezon City location after the Manila location was destroyed during World War II in the Philippines.

CAPTION: Manila. Vista de la iglesia de Santo Domingo construída después del terremoto del 3 de junio de 1863
(Manila. View of the Santo Domingo church built after the earthquake of June 3, 1863)
Source: Álbum de Filipinas
Biblioteca Nacional de España
https://www.flickr.com/photos/bibliotecabne/7588581206/

ENERO 27, 2022 | OPISYAL NA PAGBUBUKAS NG SIMBAHAN NG QUIAPO

Walang hanggang pasasalamat!
NUESTRO PADRE JESUS NAZARENO,
Kaawaan mo kami!

IN PHOTO | Chibi Art of the Black Nazarene, Quiapo, Manila

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Quiapo Church Official Announcement on its Extended Lock-down from January 13-26, 2022.

Sa iyo pa rin kami KAKAPIT, Poong Nazareno. Iligtas mo ang mga deboto na naghihirap na dulot ng COVID-19. Proteksyunan mo ang bawat isa at turuan na manalig sa'yo.

JUST IN: The National Task Force Against COVID-19 approves the suspension of this year's “traslacion” or the procession of the Black Nazarene and other related activities.

The Minor Basilica of the Black Nazarene of Quiapo Church will be closed from January 7 to 9, NTF says. No holy mass will be physically held on the said dates. | via Daniza Fernandez, INQUIRER.net

16TH FOUNDING ANNIVERSARY OF HIJOS DEL NAZARENO- Nuestro Padre Jesus Nazareno (NPJN)

Sta Claus Pray For Us!

ST. NICHOLAS of Myra, Bishop
06 December - Optional Memorial

PRAYER TO ST. NICHOLAS
O good holy Nicholas, you who brought joy to children, put in my heart the spirit of childhood about which the Gospel speaks. Teach me how to sow happiness around me. †Amen!

St. Nicholas, Pray for us!
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WHO IS ST. NICHOLAS?

The true story of Santa Claus begins with Nicholas, who was born during the third century in the village of Patara in Asia Minor. At the time the area was Greek and is now on the southern coast of Turkey. His wealthy parents, who raised him to be a devout Christian, died in an epidemic while Nicholas was still young. Obeying Jesus’ words to “sell what you own and give the money to the poor,” Nicholas used his whole inheritance to assist the needy, the sick, and the suffering. He dedicated his life to serving God and was made Bishop of Myra while still a young man. Bishop Nicholas became known throughout the land for his generosity to those in need, his love for children, and his concern for sailors and ships.

Under the Roman Emperor Diocletian, who ruthlessly persecuted Christians, Bishop Nicholas suffered for his faith, was exiled and imprisoned. The prisons were so full of bishops, priests, and deacons, there was no room for the real criminals - murderers, ♦thieves, and robbers. After his release, Nicholas attended the Council of Nicaea in AD 325. He died December 6, AD 343 in Myra and was buried in his cathedral church, where a unique relic, called manna, formed in his grave. This liquid substance, said to have healing powers, fostered the growth of devotion to Nicholas. The anniversary of his death became a day of celebration, St. Nicholas Day, December 6th.

Through the centuries many stories and legends have been told of St. Nicholas’ life and deeds. These accounts help us understand his extraordinary character and why he is so beloved and revered as protector and helper of those in need.

Source: bit.ly/WhoIsSaintNicholas

First Friday of December Nazareno Viccario
at Sta Cruz Parish Manila

NOW AVAILABLE CALENDAR 2020
(full colors with Matt and Spot Lamination and for Framing)
available only at the Parish Office and/or PAMISA Booth for Php. 50.00 only.

Viva Poong Hesus Nazareno!

Mahal na POONG HESUS NAZARENO, Ikaw ang tanging Anak ng Diyos, aming Panginoon at Diyos! Karapat-dapat kang tumanggap ng papuri at pasasalamat, parangal at paggalang, kadakilaan at kapangyarihan magpakailanman! †Amen!

"To understand the devotee you have to be a devotee. Only a devotee could best understand a devotee." - Cardinal Tagle during Traslacion Homily

Senor Viccario

Pagdalaw ng Mahal na Nazareno sa Sta Cruz Parish Manila

October 31, 2021
OUR LORD JESUS CHRIST THE KING (I Class)

GOSPEL - From the continuation of the Holy Gospel according to John (18: 33-37)

"At that time: Pilate said to Jesus: Art Thou the King of the Jews? Jesus answered: Sayest thou this thing of thyself, or have others told it thee of Me? Pilate answered: Am I a Jew? Thine own nation and the chief priests have delivered Thee up to me: what hast Thou done? Jesus answered: My kingdom is not of this world. If My kingdom were of this world, my servants would certainly strive that I should not be delivered to the Jews: by now my Kingdom is not from hence. Pilate therefore said to Him: Art Thou a King then? Jesus answered: Thou sayest I am a King. For this I was born, and for this came I into the world, that I should give testimony to the truth. Every one that is of the truth, heareth My voice."

THE LORD JESUS said, "My Kingdom is not of this world." Both the Jews and the Romans misunderstood the Kingship of Christ. Not being illumined by supernatural Faith, their understanding was limited by natural things. Now, how could the Lord Jesus say that His Kingdom is not of this world, when "He came into the world"? By this He meant to say that His is a spiritual kingdom, much greater than just the world.

Today's feast was placed just before All Souls and All Saints. Why did Pope Pius XI do this? To show the unity of Christ's domains, which encompasses Earth, Purgatory, and Heaven. Christ's Kingdom is the Church: Militant, Suffering, and Triumphant. Behold the vastness of Our King's domain! Wherever there are souls gathered in His Name, there His Kingdom is. Yet by right as God the Son, He is King even over the unbaptised, the Jews and the gentiles alike.

Moreover, He is still king over the heretics and the schismatics, though they are in a state of rebellion against Him. They are all rightfully His, and yet the Devil has usurped Christ's reign over them by blinding them with error. Let us then be loyal knights to our Lord and drive out the usurper, and restore his rule, bringing all under his sweet subjection. How are we to do this? By the preaching of the Gospel, by prayers, by fasting, by the Works of Mercy.

Today is also the last Sunday in the month of the Holy Rosary. The Blessed Virgin Mary, Mother of Christ the King, and Queen of Heaven, leads us in the struggle, and has given us a powerful weapon, the Holy Rosary. Like the spear and the musket, it is a simple weapon that the common soldier can use with little training. With it we shall overwhelm the enemy, and give back to Our King what is His by right.

PRAYER (taken from the Collect of today's Mass)
Almighty and everlasting God, who in Thy beloved Son, the King of the whole world, hast willed to restore all things, mercifully grant that all the kindreds of the nations that are divided by the wound of sin, may be brought under the sweet yoke of His rule. Who liveth and reigneth, with God the Father, &c.