Augustinian Recollect Student Crusaders-SJCCI

16/09/2026

𝗛𝗮𝗽𝗽𝘆 𝗕𝗶𝗿𝘁𝗵𝗱𝗮𝘆, 𝗠𝗼. 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝗔𝗻𝗻, 𝗔.𝗥.!

- Greetings from ARSC Local Chapter of SJCCI

As we gather in joyful communion and gratitude, we celebrate not only the gift of life but also the beautiful gift of your presence and faithful leadership in our Congregation of the Augustinian Recollect Sisters, our beloved. 𝗠𝗼𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿 𝗚𝗲𝗻𝗲𝗿𝗮𝗹, 𝗠𝗼. 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝗔𝗻𝗻, 𝗔𝗥

Your life continues to shine as a testament to humble service, unwavering faith, and compassionate leadership. Through your wisdom, dedication, and generous heart, you inspire us to walk together in unity, hope, and love as we continue our shared mission.

On this blessed occasion, may the Lord shower you with abundant blessings, renewed strength, peace that fills your heart, and countless graces as you continue to nurture and guide our Congregation with passion and devotion.

May this new year of life be filled with moments of joy, meaningful encounters, and the continued fulfillment of your sacred calling.

Happy and Blessed Birthday, dear Sr. Mo. Mary Ann, AR! May your journey be forever illuminated by God’s love and grace.

14/09/2026

𝗔 𝗠𝗲𝗮𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴𝗳𝘂𝗹 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝗿𝘁 𝘁𝗼 𝗮 𝗕𝗿𝗮𝗻𝗱-𝗡𝗲𝘄 𝗪𝗲𝗲𝗸!
𝗦𝗲𝗽𝘁𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟭𝟰, 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲

What a wonderful way to begin another week! Josephians gathered for the Monday Flag Ceremony, coming together in prayer, respect, and unity as we welcome the opportunities and challenges of the days ahead.

Adding joy and energy, our learners shared their talents and enthusiasm through their special presentations, from the “Masayang Kristiyano” dance presentation of our Elementary pupils to the “ARSC: Co-builders and Defenders” presentation of our Junior High School students.

These performances reflected the spirit of a true Josephian — joyful in faith, united in purpose, and committed to building a community anchored in service and love.

With One Mind, One Heart, onward to the Lord! 💙

08/09/2026

𝗙𝗘𝗔𝗦𝗧 𝗢𝗙 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗡𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗩𝗜𝗧𝗬 𝗢𝗙 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗕𝗟𝗘𝗦𝗦𝗘𝗗 𝗩𝗜𝗥𝗚𝗜𝗡 𝗠𝗔𝗥𝗬 | 𝗦𝗘𝗣𝗧𝗘𝗠𝗕𝗘𝗥 𝟴

Today, the Augustinian Recollect Student Crusaders unite with the universal Church in joyful celebration of the Nativity of the Blessed Virgin Mary, the dawn of salvation, the chosen handmaid of the Lord, and the loving Mother of Christ and of the Church.

Mary’s birth reminds us that God’s promises unfold in silence, humility, and grace. From her first breath, she was prepared by God to take part in the great mystery of redemption, becoming the pure vessel through whom the Savior would enter the world.

Her life teaches us that true greatness is found in obedience, true strength is found in faith, and true love is found in complete surrender to the will of God. Through her “yes,” heaven touched earth, hope entered humanity, and the path to salvation was opened through her Son, Jesus Christ.

As ARSCians, may we imitate Mary’s humility, purity, courage, and unwavering faith. May we learn to listen with open hearts, serve with quiet love, and respond to God’s call with the same trust and devotion that Mary showed throughout her life.

As one community, let us raise our voices with faith, love, and gratitude:

𝗛𝗮𝗽𝗽𝘆 𝗕𝗶𝗿𝘁𝗵𝗱𝗮𝘆, 𝗠𝗮𝗺𝗮 𝗠𝗮𝗿𝘆!

May the Blessed Virgin Mary intercede for all students, educators, families, and faithful servants of God. May her birth renew our hope, deepen our devotion, and lead us closer to Christ, the true light and salvation of the world.

𝕻𝖗𝖔 𝕷𝖆𝖚𝖘 𝕰𝖙 𝕬𝖒𝖔𝖗𝖊 𝖀𝖓𝖎𝖎 𝕯𝖊𝖎!

𝙊𝙣𝙚 𝙈𝙞𝙣𝙙, 𝙊𝙣𝙚 𝙃𝙚𝙖𝙧𝙩, 𝙊𝙣𝙚 𝘼𝙍𝙎𝘾𝙞𝙖𝙣𝙨, 𝙊𝙣𝙬𝙖𝙧𝙙𝙨 𝙩𝙤 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙇𝙤𝙧𝙙!

06/09/2026

𝗙𝗘𝗔𝗦𝗧 𝗢𝗙 𝗖𝗥𝗘𝗔𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡 𝗜𝗡 𝗖𝗛𝗥𝗜𝗦𝗧
𝗦𝗘𝗣𝗧𝗘𝗠𝗕𝗘𝗥 𝟬𝟲, 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲

The "Feast of Creation in Christ" (also called Creation Sunday) is celebrated on the first Sunday of September to praise God as Creator and honor Jesus Christ as Lord over all creation.

Grounded in an ancient liturgical tradition of the Eastern Orthodox Church, this is a day to praise the Triune God as Creator and commemorate the great mystery that everything was created through Christ. And, as a result, it also inspires us to care for the gift of the created world — which is why it is also celebrated as a “World Day of Prayer for Creation”. This day is the inspiration and foundation of the extended “Season of Creation”.

This meaningful celebration reminded us of our shared responsibility to appreciate, protect, and care for the wonderful gifts of God’s creation.

The Eucharistic celebration was presided over by Rev. Fr. Michael Reuben R. Cron, who led the community in deepening our faith and reflecting on God’s presence and love manifested through all creation.

Through this celebration, may we continue to grow as faithful stewards of God’s creation and as a community united in prayer and service.

𝗪𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝗢𝗻𝗲 𝗠𝗶𝗻𝗱, 𝗢𝗻𝗲 𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗿𝘁, 𝗢𝗻𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗱 𝘁𝗼 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗟𝗼𝗿𝗱!

References:
https://www.feastofcreation.com https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Feast_of_Creation

03/09/2026

The entire ARSC Local Chapter of SJCCI joins together in celebrating the birthday of our beloved School President and Principal, Sr. Annielyn A. Alejado, A.R.

We thank the Lord for the gift of your life, your dedicated service, and your commitment to guiding our school community. Your leadership, compassion, and faith-filled presence continue to inspire our students, faculty, staff, and stakeholders.

May the Lord continue to guide you in your mission of forming young minds and hearts anchored in faith and excellence.

Thank you for your constant love, care, and dedication to our community.

𝗪𝗶𝘀𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗮 𝗯𝗹𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗲𝗱 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗺𝗲𝗮𝗻𝗶𝗻𝗴𝗳𝘂𝗹 𝗯𝗶𝗿𝘁𝗵𝗱𝗮𝘆, 𝗦𝗿. 𝗔𝗻𝗻𝗶𝗲! 🎂✨

30/08/2026

𝗦𝗢𝗟𝗘𝗠𝗡𝗜𝗧𝗬 𝗢𝗙 𝗦𝗧. 𝗔𝗨𝗚𝗨𝗦𝗧𝗜𝗡𝗘 𝗢𝗙 𝗛𝗜𝗣𝗣𝗢
𝗔𝗨𝗚𝗨𝗦𝗧 𝟮𝟴

The Josephians gathered in prayer and thanksgiving as we celebrated the Holy Mass in honor of the Solemnity of St. Augustine of Hippo, our Spiritual Father, at the Diocesan Shrine of Our Lady of Solitude of Porta Vaga (San Roque Parish Church).

The eucharistic celebration was presided over by Rev. Fr. Michael Reuben R. Cron, who reminded us of the life and example of St. Augustine. He highlighted that as children of St. Augustine, we are called to follow his journey of faith, to continuously seek God, grow in wisdom, and dedicate our lives to the service of others.

May St. Augustine continue to guide and inspire us to live with humility, compassion, and love as we remain faithful in our mission as an Augustinian-Recollect community.

With One Mind, One Heart, onward to the Lord! 💙

28/08/2026

𝗙𝗘𝗔𝗦𝗧 𝗢𝗙 𝗦𝗔𝗜𝗡𝗧 𝗔𝗨𝗚𝗨𝗦𝗧𝗜𝗡𝗘 | 𝗔𝗨𝗚𝗨𝗦𝗧 𝟮𝟴

Today, the Augustinian Recollect Student Crusaders unite with the universal Church in joyful celebration of the Feast of Saint Augustine our beloved Patron, a courageous seeker of truth, a faithful bishop, and one of the greatest Doctors of the Church.

From a restless young man searching for meaning to a fearless servant of God, Saint Augustine’s life reveals the extraordinary power of grace. Through the prayers of Saint Monica, the guidance of Saint Ambrose, and his sincere pursuit of truth, his wandering heart was transformed into a heart completely devoted to God.

His journey reminds us that no past is beyond God’s mercy, no weakness is greater than His grace, and no heart is too distant to find its way home. His words and teachings continue to awaken minds, strengthen faith, and inspire generations to seek God with humility, wisdom, and love.

As ARSCians, may we possess Saint Augustine’s courage to confront our weaknesses, his passion for truth, his humility to embrace conversion, and his zeal to proclaim the Gospel. May God transform our questions into wisdom, our struggles into testimony, and our restless hearts into dwelling places of His love.

As one community, let us raise our voices with faith and gratitude:

𝗩𝗶𝘃𝗮 𝗦𝗮𝗻 𝗔𝗴𝘂𝘀𝘁𝗶𝗻!

May Saint Augustine intercede for all students, educators, seekers of truth, and those longing for conversion. May his life lead us beyond knowledge toward wisdom, beyond words toward action, and beyond ourselves toward the God in whom every restless heart finds its true home.

𝕻𝖗𝖔 𝕷𝖆𝖚𝖘 𝕰𝖙 𝕬𝖒𝖔𝖗𝖊 𝖀𝖓𝖎𝖎 𝕯𝖊𝖎!

𝙊𝙣𝙚 𝙈𝙞𝙣𝙙, 𝙊𝙣𝙚 𝙃𝙚𝙖𝙧𝙩, 𝙊𝙣𝙚 𝘼𝙍𝙎𝘾𝙞𝙖𝙣𝙨, 𝙊𝙣𝙬𝙖𝙧𝙙𝙨 𝙩𝙤 𝙩𝙝𝙚 𝙇𝙤𝙧𝙙!

24/08/2026

𝐃𝐀𝐘 𝟔 | 𝐍𝐎𝐕𝐄𝐍𝐀 𝐓𝐎 𝐎𝐔𝐑 𝐅𝐀𝐓𝐇𝐄𝐑 𝐒𝐀𝐈𝐍𝐓 𝐀𝐔𝐆𝐔𝐒𝐓𝐈𝐍𝐄

𝐀𝐔𝐆𝐔𝐒𝐓 𝟐𝟒, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔

As we continue our nine-day journey of prayer in preparation for the Feast of Our Father Saint Augustine, we are invited today to give thanks to the Lord, proclaim His constant love, and rejoice in His marvelous works.

On this sixth day of the Novena, may we recognize God’s faithfulness from morning until night. Like Saint Augustine, whose restless heart found peace and joy in God, may we offer our praise with grateful hearts and place our complete trust in His wisdom.

Even when wickedness appears to flourish and life’s circumstances become difficult to understand, may we remain steadfast in faith. Let us remember that the Lord is supreme forever, and His justice, goodness, and truth will always prevail.

Following the example of Saint Augustine, may we joyfully proclaim God’s greatness through our words and actions. May our lives become songs of praise that reflect His enduring love and inspire others to place their hope in Him.

May this Novena deepen our gratitude, strengthen our faith, and remind us to rejoice always in the majestic works of the Lord.

𝕺𝖚𝖗 𝕱𝖆𝖙𝖍𝖊𝖗 𝕾𝖆𝖎𝖓𝖙 𝕬𝖚𝖌𝖚𝖘𝖙𝖎𝖓𝖊, 𝖕𝖗𝖆𝖞 𝖋𝖔𝖗 𝖚𝖘!

𝐎𝐧𝐞 𝐌𝐢𝐧𝐝, 𝐎𝐧𝐞 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐭, 𝐎𝐧𝐞 𝐀𝐑𝐒𝐂𝐢𝐚𝐧𝐬, 𝐎𝐧𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐝 𝐭𝐨 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐋𝐨𝐫𝐝!

𝘚𝘤𝘢𝘯 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘘𝘙 𝘤𝘰𝘥𝘦 𝘰𝘳 𝘤𝘭𝘪𝘤𝘬 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘭𝘪𝘯𝘬 𝘵𝘰 𝘢𝘤𝘤𝘦𝘴𝘴 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘤𝘰𝘮𝘱𝘭𝘦𝘵𝘦 𝘕𝘰𝘷𝘦𝘯𝘢 𝘎𝘶𝘪𝘥𝘦 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘱𝘳𝘢𝘺 𝘸𝘪𝘵𝘩 𝘶𝘴 𝘵𝘩𝘳𝘰𝘶𝘨𝘩𝘰𝘶𝘵 𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘴𝘦 𝘯𝘪𝘯𝘦 𝘥𝘢𝘺𝘴:

https://drive.google.com/file/d/16aZjTFQbWKB8_d9znaeZkPJC9OXUqDDd/view?usp=drivesdk

23/08/2026

𝐃𝐀𝐘 𝟓 | 𝐍𝐎𝐕𝐄𝐍𝐀 𝐓𝐎 𝐎𝐔𝐑 𝐅𝐀𝐓𝐇𝐄𝐑 𝐒𝐀𝐈𝐍𝐓 𝐀𝐔𝐆𝐔𝐒𝐓𝐈𝐍𝐄

𝐀𝐔𝐆𝐔𝐒𝐓 𝟐𝟑, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔

As we continue our nine-day journey of prayer in preparation for the Feast of Our Father Saint Augustine, we are invited today to reflect on God’s faithfulness, His mighty works, and the blessings that come from trusting in Him.

On this fifth day of the Novena, may we learn to recognize the countless ways God has guided us through our struggles and triumphs. Like Saint Augustine, who witnessed the transforming power of God’s grace, may we develop hearts filled with gratitude and praise for His constant presence in our lives.

Even in moments of trials and difficulties, may we remember that the Lord uses every experience to strengthen our faith and lead us closer to Him. Through perseverance and prayer, may we discover that every challenge can become an opportunity to witness His goodness and love.

Following the example of Saint Augustine, may we become grateful servants who proclaim God’s greatness through our words, actions, and daily lives. May our hearts remain joyful, knowing that the Lord hears our prayers and never abandons those who place their hope in Him.

May this Novena inspire us to offer our lives as a living testimony of God’s mercy, love, and unwavering faithfulness.

𝕺𝖚𝖗 𝕱𝖆𝖙𝖍𝖊𝖗 𝕾𝖆𝖎𝖓𝖙 𝕬𝖚𝖌𝖚𝖘𝖙𝖎𝖓𝖊, 𝖕𝖗𝖆𝖞 𝖋𝖔𝖗 𝖚𝖘!

𝐎𝐧𝐞 𝐌𝐢𝐧𝐝, 𝐎𝐧𝐞 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐭, 𝐎𝐧𝐞 𝐀𝐑𝐒𝐂𝐢𝐚𝐧𝐬, 𝐎𝐧𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐝 𝐭𝐨 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐋𝐨𝐫𝐝!

𝘚𝘤𝘢𝘯 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘘𝘙 𝘤𝘰𝘥𝘦 𝘰𝘳 𝘤𝘭𝘪𝘤𝘬 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘭𝘪𝘯𝘬 𝘵𝘰 𝘢𝘤𝘤𝘦𝘴𝘴 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘤𝘰𝘮𝘱𝘭𝘦𝘵𝘦 𝘕𝘰𝘷𝘦𝘯𝘢 𝘎𝘶𝘪𝘥𝘦 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘱𝘳𝘢𝘺 𝘸𝘪𝘵𝘩 𝘶𝘴 𝘵𝘩𝘳𝘰𝘶𝘨𝘩𝘰𝘶𝘵 𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘴𝘦 𝘯𝘪𝘯𝘦 𝘥𝘢𝘺𝘴:

https://drive.google.com/file/d/16aZjTFQbWKB8_d9znaeZkPJC9OXUqDDd/view?usp=drivesdk

22/08/2026

𝐃𝐀𝐘 𝟒 | 𝐍𝐎𝐕𝐄𝐍𝐀 𝐓𝐎 𝐎𝐔𝐑 𝐅𝐀𝐓𝐇𝐄𝐑 𝐒𝐀𝐈𝐍𝐓 𝐀𝐔𝐆𝐔𝐒𝐓𝐈𝐍𝐄

𝐀𝐔𝐆𝐔𝐒𝐓 𝟐𝟐, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟔

As we continue our nine-day journey of prayer in preparation for the Feast of Our Father Saint Augustine, we are invited today to reflect on God's compassion, healing, and the strength that comes from placing our complete trust in Him.

On this fourth day of the Novena, may we learn to seek the Lord not only in moments of joy but also in times of suffering, uncertainty, and weakness. Like Saint Augustine, who experienced the healing and transforming love of God, may we surrender our struggles and allow His grace to restore our hearts.

May we remember that the Lord never abandons those who call upon Him. In moments when we feel burdened by trials or wounded by the actions of others, may we find courage in His mercy and remain faithful to His ways. Through prayer, may our hearts be filled with forgiveness, patience, and hope.

Following the example of Saint Augustine, may we grow in compassion toward others and become instruments of God's love, bringing comfort and kindness to those who are in need.

May this Novena strengthen our faith and remind us that God's presence remains with us always, guiding us through every challenge and leading us toward lasting peace.

𝕺𝖚𝖗 𝕱𝖆𝖙𝖍𝖊𝖗 𝕾𝖆𝖎𝖓𝖙 𝕬𝖚𝖌𝖚𝖘𝖙𝖎𝖓𝖊, 𝖕𝖗𝖆𝖞 𝖋𝖔𝖗 𝖚𝖘!

𝐎𝐧𝐞 𝐌𝐢𝐧𝐝, 𝐎𝐧𝐞 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐭, 𝐎𝐧𝐞 𝐀𝐑𝐒𝐂𝐢𝐚𝐧𝐬, 𝐎𝐧𝐰𝐚𝐫𝐝 𝐭𝐨 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐋𝐨𝐫𝐝!

𝘚𝘤𝘢𝘯 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘘𝘙 𝘤𝘰𝘥𝘦 𝘰𝘳 𝘤𝘭𝘪𝘤𝘬 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘭𝘪𝘯𝘬 𝘵𝘰 𝘢𝘤𝘤𝘦𝘴𝘴 𝘵𝘩𝘦 𝘤𝘰𝘮𝘱𝘭𝘦𝘵𝘦 𝘕𝘰𝘷𝘦𝘯𝘢 𝘎𝘶𝘪𝘥𝘦 𝘢𝘯𝘥 𝘱𝘳𝘢𝘺 𝘸𝘪𝘵𝘩 𝘶𝘴 𝘵𝘩𝘳𝘰𝘶𝘨𝘩𝘰𝘶𝘵 𝘵𝘩𝘦𝘴𝘦 𝘯𝘪𝘯𝘦 𝘥𝘢𝘺𝘴:

https://drive.google.com/file/d/16aZjTFQbWKB8_d9znaeZkPJC9OXUqDDd/view?usp=drivesdk