Ministry to the Filipinos : Outreach

Vision-Mission Statement

We, the Ministry to the Filipinos in the Diocese of Orlando, recognize that we have been called by God as one community of believers to bear witness to our Catholic faith, by promoting our religious heritage, moral values, and spirituality.

Promote spiritual growth and strengthen unity through formation, religious education, and leadership training;

Utilize media and communication venues to inform, instruct, and guide the community;

Renew, nourish, and deepen our prayer and spiritual life through the Eucharistic celebration of our liturgical feasts and religious devotions, enriched by the inculturation and integration of distinctly Filipino values,beliefs, and traditions;

Inspire and empower our youth to embrace their spiritual heritage, live out their Catholic faith, and provide opportunities for involvement and service;

Foster a welcoming and hospitable environment in the community, especially for new migrants; and respond to the needs of those who bear various hardships in our community, especially the elderly, the bereaved, the sick and suffering, and those in special and difficult circumstances who may need pastoral care and outreach; Read More

Outreach

Outreach - Charities we support:

Fr. Eco-- San Jose Major Seminary

Fr. Val --St. Pius X Seminary

Fr. Kenny--Daughters of Mary Acknowledgement

Fr. David Vivero ---Congregation of Mission, Med. Tuition & Vocations

Fr. Ramon Bolatete - Thomas Stanford, Santa Fe Cath. High School in Lakeland, Florida

Fr. Pedro Cordeno- Basic Ecclesial Community, Leyte, Philippines

Fr. Peter Puntal - National Association of Filipino Priests USA (NAFP)

The clergy board members are each given a certain amount annually to donate to their individual charities in the name of the Filipino Ministry of the Orlando diocese. This is on top of any request or emergency needs that any member of the Ministry or their relatives may have during the course of the year. With regard to the last December typhoon victims in the Cagayan de Oro province we encourage all in the Ministry to reach out to them individually as was announced in most of our 2011 Simbang Gabi novena masses. We have been witnesses to the many generous hearts of Filipino-Americans in our diocese through this appeal. May the Good Lord reward you richly for your generosity.

Major Religious Events

Santo Nino de Cebu

Our Lady of Antipolo

San Lorenzo Ruiz de Manila

Simbang Gabi