09/09/2026
𝗟𝗢𝗢𝗞 | Walking Together in Faith: Nuestra Señora de Aranzazu Holds Missa Sapientiae
The people of San Mateo, Rizal, gathered at Nuestra Señora de Aranzazu to honor the patroness of natural disasters and calamity on Sept. 9, during the celebration of Kakanin Festival.
The Mass began as the entrance hymn filled the air, marking the start of the celebration with the congregation gathered in prayer and devotion. Rev. Fr. Roberto S. Castellano led the faithful in offering the Holy Mass, followed by the singing of the Gloria in Excelsis giving praise and glory to God in the highest. The celebration continued with the first reading from Genesis 3:9–15, 20, followed by the responsorial psalm, “The Almighty has done great things,” and the second reading from Romans 2:12, 17–19, as the community reflected on the Word of God.
After singing Hallelujah, Rev Fr. Peter Pojol delivered the homily. From his homily, he emphasized that the Lord first showed kindness to Maria before Maria showed kindness to others. He also stated, “Wala tayong kailangang ipagmalaki sa Diyos.” He also continued with the statement, “Si Maria ay nakiki-isa sa mga taong walang maipagmamalaki sa Diyos.”
The liturgy continued with Creed, Prayer of the Faithful, Sanctus, Anamnesis, Great Amen, Our Father, and exchange of peace with everyone.
Shrine Ministry Coordinator Mr. Christian Robles expressed his gratitude to all of the schools and the members of the church who attended the mass.
The event concluded with a prayer from Main Mass Presider Rev. Fr Roberto S Castellano, OP, the Ang Maringal na Pagpanaog, and the faithful waving their handkerchiefs singing “Viva La Virgen” as Nuestra Señora De Aranzazu was carried out of the church. A closing prayer was offered by Parish Priest Fr. Ric Eguia.
Ave, Ave! Viva La Virgen!
Via Madeleine Noreen Del Rosario and John Christian Loreniana
