St. Joseph Youth Coordinating Council - SJYCC

11/02/2025

Ora Pronobis🕊️✨
Viva Birhen sa Lourdes 🤍💙

Today we commemorate the apparition of Our Lady of Lourdes, honoring the 18 appearances of the Blessed Virgin Mary to Saint Bernadette Soubirous in 1858. The apparitions began on February 11 and concluded on July 16, eventually receiving the local bishop’s approval after a four-year inquiry. These events elevated Lourdes to a significant pilgrimage site, with thousands claiming miraculous healing from the spring that Bernadette discovered under the Virgin’s guidance. Since 1862, experts have verified 69 cases of healing attributed to the site.

Saint Bernadette was born in 1844 to a mill-working family in Lourdes. Despite a loving home, her family faced economic hardships, losing their mill in 1854 due to her father’s injury. Bernadette’s life was marked by poverty and health issues, including asthma. Her limited education did not hinder her strong commitment to her faith, as she persistently sought to learn the Church’s teachings. By January 1858, she had returned to her family, living in cramped conditions.

The first apparition occurred on February 11, 1858, when Bernadette went to gather firewood near a grotto. There, she saw a glowing figure in white holding a rosary. Although her companions saw nothing, Bernadette returned to the site and experienced further visions, during which the Virgin Mary urged penance, prayer, and the discovery of the spring. Skeptical onlookers initially ridiculed Bernadette’s behavior, but interest grew as miraculous healings were reported from the spring’s waters.

The Virgin Mary’s identity remained mysterious until March 25, 1858, when she declared herself as “the Immaculate Conception.” Bernadette later entered a religious order in central France and remained there until her death in 1879. By that time, a basilica had been built at the site, fulfilling the Virgin’s request. The Lourdes apparitions continue to inspire millions of pilgrims and remain a profound testament to faith, healing, and devotion in the Catholic Church.

Our Lady of Lourdes, pray for us!

Source: EWTN, CNA

11/02/2025

07/06/2024

In loving memory of a very talented boy, a good friend, an obedient son, and our beloved member, Danny, we are raising funds to honor him and support his family during this difficult time. Your generosity will help provide the love and care they need.

Any contribution, no matter how small, will make a meaningful difference. You can send directly to the family members or through Gcash.

Gcash: Damel M. Bayot - 09463402595

19/05/2024

22/03/2024

𝐒𝐉𝐘𝐂𝐂 𝐅𝐢𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐚 𝐐𝐮𝐞𝐞𝐧 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟒✨

22/03/2024

Our stunning Fiesta Queen 2024 candidates!👑

22/03/2024

𝐒𝐉𝐘𝐂𝐂 𝐅𝐢𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐚 𝐐𝐮𝐞𝐞𝐧 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟒 | 𝐒𝐞𝐜𝐨𝐧𝐝 𝐁𝐚𝐭𝐜𝐡 𝐨𝐟 𝐒𝐩𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐨𝐫𝐬✨

We extend our heartfelt appreciation to our sponsors, whose generous contributions and support have been instrumental in bringing our vision to life. Your sponsorship is integral in ensuring that we can provide the Mabini community with the exceptional event they deserve. The SJYCC Search for Fiesta Queen has discovered another stunning beauty that captivates us this year.

Daghang salamat kaazo ninzo! Until next time!👑

22/03/2024

𝐒𝐉𝐘𝐂𝐂 𝐅𝐢𝐞𝐬𝐭𝐚 𝐐𝐮𝐞𝐞𝐧 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟒 | 𝐅𝐢𝐫𝐬𝐭 𝐁𝐚𝐭𝐜𝐡 𝐨𝐟 𝐒𝐩𝐨𝐧𝐬𝐨𝐫𝐬✨

We extend our heartfelt appreciation to our sponsors, whose generous contributions and support have been instrumental in bringing our vision to life. Your sponsorship is integral in ensuring that we can provide the Mabini community with the exceptional event they deserve. The SJYCC Search for Fiesta Queen has discovered another stunning beauty that captivates us this year.

Daghang salamat kaazo ninzo! Until next time!👑

18/03/2024

Get ready to witness the crowning moment of elegance and grace!✨

Join us tonight, 8 pm at Mabini Covered Court, Poro, Camotes Island, Cebu, as we unveil the next 𝐒𝐉𝐘𝐂𝐂 𝐅𝐈𝐄𝐒𝐓𝐀 𝐐𝐔𝐄𝐄𝐍 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟒.👑

Don't miss this event, see you!

13/03/2024

𝐎𝐍𝐋𝐈𝐍𝐄 𝐕𝐎𝐓𝐈𝐍𝐆 | 𝐒𝐓. 𝐉𝐎𝐒𝐄𝐏𝐇 𝐅𝐈𝐄𝐒𝐓𝐀 𝐐𝐔𝐄𝐄𝐍 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟒✨

The “ 𝓝𝓮𝓽𝓲𝔃𝓮𝓷'𝓼 𝓒𝓱𝓸𝓲𝓬𝓮 𝓐𝔀𝓪𝓻𝓭 ” online voting is NOW OPEN!

While anticipating the crowning of the 𝐒𝐓. 𝐉𝐎𝐒𝐄𝐏𝐇 𝐅𝐈𝐄𝐒𝐓𝐀 𝐐𝐔𝐄𝐄𝐍 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟒, seize the opportunity to show your support for your favorite candidate by voting for them to win the "NETIZEN'S CHOICE AWARD."

The guidelines for the casting of votes are as follows:

📍1. To be VALID, your account must LIKE and FOLLOW the FB page of ST. JOSEPH YOUTH COORDINATING COUNCIL – SJYCC.
📍2. Vote for your candidate only through “CARE” reaction on the actual photo of your chosen candidate. (Corresponding Point: CARE Reaction = 1 point)
NOTE: AUTO-like, heart, wow, sad and angry reactions are NOT VALID
📍3. You may also vote through "SHARE" button and must use the HASHTAGS indicated on the photo of your chosen candidates in order to be counted. (Corresponding Points: SHARE = 2 points)
EXAMPLE:



📍4. Sharing the post, comments or mentioning/ tagging friends is allowed. NOTE: 1 account = 1 reaction/share (multiple shares on 1 account is INVALID)
📍5. The photo of the candidate with the most number of POINTS will be declared as winner for the “NETIZEN’S CHOICE AWARD”.
📍6. In case for tied number of votes, a tie breaker will be made on the Coronation Night.
📍7. Online voting will be closed on the day, March 17, 2024 at exactly 8:00 pm.

Join us on March 18, 2024, for the coronation night where we will crown the new 𝐒𝐓. 𝐉𝐎𝐒𝐄𝐏𝐇 𝐅𝐈𝐄𝐒𝐓𝐀 𝐐𝐔𝐄𝐄𝐍 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟒. The event begins at 8 pm at Mabini Covered Court, Mabini, Poro, Camotes, Cebu. Don't miss out on this unforgettable evening! 👑