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Simbang Gabi, a beautiful tradition to prepare for Christmas, starts December 16

Filipinos in various parts of the country and certain parishes and chaplaincies in the world began “Simbang Gabi” last December 16 as preparation for Christmas. Also called “Misa de Gallo”, as most Masses are celebrated as... >>

Philippine Province celebrates Golden Jubilee

Good Shepherd Sisters in various communities in the Philippines celebrated on December 3, the 50 th year of the Philippine Province. Apostolic and contemplative sisters in foreign mission also sent their messages of solidarity. Photo. Sr. Corazon... >>

Maryridge is site of Gathering the Hundredfold sessions

The four sessions for "Gathering the Hundredfold: A Homecoming," part of the preparations for the 2012 Centennial, are being held in Maryridge, Tagaytay City. Participated in by Good Shepherd Sisters, apostolic and contemplative, from all over the... >>

A Reflection: Journeying with migrants and refugees

The God of the Tent vs. The God of the Empire By Sr. Maureen Catabian RGS (A Reflection on my experiences as part of the Ecumenical Church Delegation attending the Conference on “Churches Witnessing with Migrants” and the Third... >>

Lay Affiliates of the Good Shepherd renew annual commitment

The Lay Affiliates of the Good Shepherd renewed their annual commitment during a Eucharistic Celebration held on November 25 at the Good Shepherd Chapel, 1043 Aurora Blvd. in Quezon City . Presider of the Eucharistic Celebration was Fr. Titus... >>

Good Shepherd Sisters hold in Maryridge, Tagaytay "Gathering the Hundredfold: A Homecomining" to prepare for 2012 Centennial

Good Shepherd Sisters in the Philippine Province will gather in Maryridge, Tagaytay for sessions on "Gathering the Hundredfold: A Homecoming" as a preparation for the 2012 Centennial. The apostolic and contemplative sisters have signed up for the... >>

OLC congregational leader visits Good Shepherd communities

Sr. Angela Fahy OLC, congregational leader of the Union of Our Lady of Charity, visited Good Shepherd Communities on November 15-17. Sr. Angela, who arrived from Rome on Saturday, November 13, is in the Philippines upon the invitation of the... >>

St. Bridget School Buhi holds Ecological Days

In promoting the Women Justice, Peace and Integrity of Creation (WJPIC) thrusts of the Congregation, St. Bridget School in Buhi Camarines Sur celebrated Ecological Days with the theme, " Nature Cares, Nature Heals, Let’s Do Our Share, " on... >>

Good Shepherd Sisters attend international meeting of migrants and refugees

Sr. Maureen Catabian RGS, of the Women, Justice, Peace and Integrity of Creation ( WJPIC ) of the Good Shepherd Sisters in the Philippine Province is participating in the International Assembly of Migrants and Refugees (IAMR ) being held November 6-... >>

Heart of Mary Villa at 1043

Heart of Mary Villa (HMV) moved to a new location. The following is a letter from those at HMV.) A year and five days after Ondoy , we completely transferred on October 1, 2010 to the building formerly occupied by Bahay Ugnayan. The right wing is... >>

November 2010 Recollection's theme is "Release the Slaves and Prisoners"

"Release the Slaves and Prisoners" is the theme of the November 2010 Recollection of Good Shepherd Sisters in the Philippines . Sr. Rosario Battung RGS, of the Spirituality Committee of the 2012 Centennial, said, this is the fourth month of... >>

Prayer Service for All Saints' Day and All Souls' Day

This is the day of all the Saints. With great joy we honor all the men and women who live in the eternal happiness of God's great love. Among these saints, are people from our families, relatives, partners in mission, benefactors, friends and our... >>

St. Bridget College Batangas City celebrates Sisters' Day

The Elementary Department of St. Bridget College in Batangas City celebrated Sisters' Day last October 21. Sr. Florencia Tio RGS, principal of SBC- Elementary, on behalf of the pupils and faculty of SBC, sent invitations to Good Shepherd Sisters and... >>

Reaching out to victims of Typhoon Juan

Good Shepherd Sisters and friends sent relief goods to victims of Typhoon Juan in Isabela. A van loaded with goods left Quezon City for Guibang, Gamu, Isabela last October 22. The team arrived safely in Guibang after almost 12 hours on the road and... >>

Relief Mission to Isabela

A team left the Good Shepherd Provincialate early morning of October 22 to deliver relief goods for the victims of Typhoon Juan in Isabela. Sr. Teresa Danganan RGS, Sr. Emma Marzan, Ms. Allen Antonio and Augusto Pronce, driver of the Provincialate,... >>

Typhoon Juan hits Northern Philippines

Typhoon Juan (International codename, Megi) that hit most the northern part of Philippines on October 18 is now leaving and moving towards the China Sea. With strong winds of 175 to 215 kilometers per hour, Typhoon Juan claimed lives, destroyed... >>

World Mission Sunday: Good Shepherd Sisters in foreign lands

October 17 is World Mission Sunday and we remember missionaries serving in different continents. Good Shepherd Sisters from the Philippines participate in proclaiming the Good News in the country but also in foreign mission. There are 33 Good... >>

Two Contemplative Sisters' final vows held in Cebu City on October 15

Two contemplative sisters made their perpetual profession vows as Good Shepherd Sisters during the Eucharistic Celebration held at the Good Shepherd Convent in Banawa Hills, Cebu City on October 15, feast of St. Teresa of Avila. Photo: Sr. Imelda (... >>

Sr. M. Julian's Golden Story

On the feast of the Nativity of Our Lady last September 8, Sr. Mary Julian Limquico RGS celebrated her Golden Jubilee as Good Shepherd Sister during the Eucharistic Celebration held at the Good Shepherd Chapel, 1043 Aurora Blvd., Quezon City., It... >>

Organic strawberry “fields” at Good Shepherd Baguio

The Good Shepherd Convent in Baguio City has begun organic strawberry “fields” in its backyard. This was known from Sr. Guadalupe Bautista RGS, local leader of the Good Shepherd Sisters in the city. Photo: Farmers prepare the soil She... >>