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The Holy Infant of Prague of Davao In the a booming province of Davao were we are slowly seeing its further development before our very own eyes, there was also a popular shrine in the Matina, Davao del Sur were pilgrims from Mindanao and other parts of the country visit - the beautiful sanctuary dedicated to the miraculous Infant Jesus of Prague. This image have been the subject of Davaoenos veneration for 50 years since its arrival and the Child Jesus won the hearts of his devotees due to the numerous miracles that were attributed through his help. The image The image of the Infant of Prague of Davao is an exact replica of the Infant of Prague venerated in the Carmelite Monastery and Shrine of Our Lady of Victories in Prague, Czech Republic. Arguably, this particular image of the Child Jesus was the most popular image of the Child Jesus all over the world. The image was done in a detallado style where the image was carved with his seamless robe and at the same time, the ima...

Virgen de Los Remedios de Pampanga  In the historic province of Pampanga, known for its colorful yet vital role in the history of the Philippines and its nationhood, the Capampangans took pride of their beloved Patroness that saved the province from Communism and became the cause of unity - Virgen de Los Remedios, the Indu (Mother) of Capampangans. Since the inception of the Crusade led by the late Bishop Cesar Ma. Guerrero, the Virgin had shaped and changed the course of history in Pampanga and the Kapampangans in turn loved their beloved Indu so much through their strong devotion to her that persists to this day. The image The lovely image of the Virgen De Los Remedios de Pampanga was that of a de vestir image of the Blessed Virgin Mary with her hands are in position of offering, a unique distinction of the Virgin to the rest of the images under the title of "Our Lady of Remedies". The Virgin has a lovely expression that the beholder would have the impression of a...

 Nuestra Señora de la Anunciación de Calbiga In the quiet yet historical town of Calbiga, one of the ancient villages in Samar with historical importance. In its parish church enshrines the image of  Nuestra Señora de la Anunciación de Calbiga, the ancient patroness of the town, known for her loving protection and miracles that she wrought to the town.  Nuestra Señora de la Anunciación de Calbiga The altar image The image The image of Nuestra Señora de la Anunciación de Calbiga is that of the image of the Blessed Virgin Mary on the day of the Annunciation where St. Gabriel the Archangel announced to the Blessed Virgin that she will be the Mother of Jesus, the much awaited Messiah. The tableaux image depicts the Blessed Virgin kneeling while the Archangel Gabriel is standing on a cloud. Both the Virgin and the Archangel wears dainty yet beautiful vestments and the Virgin sports the diagnostic doce estrellas. The Archangel Gabriel on the other hand holds a li...

The Espousal of Our Lady and St. Joseph of Mandurriao, Iloilo  Weddings, one of the most important events of most individuals since the ancient times where two individuals exchange their vows to live together and build a family. Our Lord Jesus himself sanctified marriage as a sacrament and through marriage, Our Lord sanctified this union so that the parents would teach their children the basics of our faith and will lead them closer to God. One of the most important marriages in history is the marriage of Our Lady and St. Joseph. Our Lord planned the marriage of these holy couple as a fulfillment of his plan for the Salvation of Mankind from the clutches of sin. The account of the Marriage of Our Lady and St. Joseph The Scriptures don't record exactly when Mary and Joseph were married, but the first chapter of St. Matthew's Gospel describes the circumstances. Verse 18 speaks of them being "betrothed ... before they came together." Joseph, on learning that sh...