On Sunday, May 4, Father Szymon Kurpios and St. John The Evangelist Church hosted the Filipino-American Association in their celebration of Flores de Mayo. Flores de Mayo, or “Flowers of May” in Spanish, is a religious celebration in the Philippines dedicated to the Blessed Virgin Mary.
The event featured Mass celebrated by Father Von Erick Maria Sandoval, O.Carm., the Parochial Vicar of Saint Simon Stock – Saint Joseph Catholic Church in the Bronx, ceremonial dancing, a procession of flowers, a crowing of the Blessed Virgin Mary, and a celebration with traditional Filipino food.
Thousands gather in Savannah for the beatification of five 16th-century Franciscan missionaries.
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OSV News
| 11/01/2026
Let’s take a closer look at what our young adults say makes them fearful and happy.
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Father Bob Pagliari, C.SS.R., PH.D.
| 11/01/2026
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In his video today, Cardinal Dolan explains what the communion of saints is for All Saints Day.