Manila, a city rich in history and faith, is home to many churches boasting of stunning architecture and a solemn ambiance ...

He claimed the islands of the Philippines as a Spanish colony. Missionary priests came to spread the Catholic faith. Many churches were built throughout the country. Four of them were inscribed as ...

Every Holy Week, streets across the Philippines transform into open-air stages for one of the country’s most unique and ...

Former Philippine president Rodrigo Duterte has been known for his tirades against the Catholic Church. He characterized it as the Philippines’ “most hypocritical institution.” In his criticisms, he ...

MANILA, Philippines — A church in Baliwag, Bulacan and another in Metro Manila have been granted spiritual ties with known basilicas in Italy. According to the CBCPNews, the official news ...

KALAYAAN, Philippines (AP) — Dozens of penitents whip their backs to atone for their sins during Good Friday rites in the the ...

In the days after his arrest, the varying approaches by prelates reflect the sensitivity of the issue in the Philippines. Nearly four out of five Filipinos belong to the Catholic Church, ...

took note of the report of the Secretariat on the state of conservation of the San Agustin Church in Paoay and the request for international assistance submitted by the Government of The Philippines ...