The Parish of St. Anthony of Padua is one with the whole province in celebrating the 48th foundation aniversary (1961) of the Diocese of Laoag.
We welcome His Excellency Edward Joseph Adams, Apostolic Nuncio to the Philippines, who visits Laoag for the first time to grace this great event of the local Church.
This 48th anniversary is also the launching of the program of activities in observance of the golden jubilee of the diocese in 2011.
Our greetings, too, go to Bishop Sergio Utleg, the Monsignori, our priests and deacons and to all the faithful!
The Parish Church
Built in 1996
Saturday, July 25, 2009
Monday, June 15, 2009
History of St. Anthony of Padua Parish
“Chotis Dingreña”, considered as the municipal dance, originated from Alabaan, Dingras, Ilocos Norte, as contained in a literature used by folk dance instructors all over the country. Today, it can be claimed as “Chotis Marcoseña” because Alabaan is now part of the new town and parish called Marcos.
The southern portion of the hometown of many priests was blooming to become the rice granary of Dingras. With the quality and quantity of harvest vis-à-vis the industry of the people, the area would become the site for a new municipality. Through a bill sponsored by then Representative Simeon M. Valdez, the town of Marcos was created by virtue of Republic Act 3753. Six big barrios (Biding, Capariaan, Alabaan, Agunit, Culao and Ragas) were carved out of Dingras to form the new town, named after Mariano Marcos in recognition of his heroism even before his son Ferdinand would ascend to the Presidency. As the town progressed, the six barrios were further subdivided into the present 13 barangays mostly named after the first names of the Marcos clan (Lydia, Imelda, Mabuti, Valdez, Daquioag, Fortuna, Pacifico, Tabucbuc, Santiago, Ferdinand, Elizabeth and Cacafean).
Sensitive to the pastoral needs of the industrious people, the first bishop of Laoag, the late Archbishop Antonio Ll. Mabutas canonically erected the parish on June 13, 1966 – the date of his birth and feast of his patron, “San Antonio de Padua” – and considered the youngest for the next 33 years. (Sta. Rosa was erected in 1999, immediately before Bishop Abaya assumed the See of Nueva Segovia.) The barangay chapel of Alabaan, being the only one in the area was converted into a parish church. Gradually, more and more parishioners learned to come for mass including the taga-daya (those coming from the barangays east of the Padsan River). The small church was becoming smaller and smaller. There was no more space to expand; to the west a cliff ends the hill were the church is suspended, to the east the busy national road often became the starting point of marching couples at weddings, to the north the houses provided the resident priest neighbors at a hearing distance, and to the south another cliff ends the portion where the rectory is built. Until the thought of constructing a larger church on a higher hill where the town’s Poblacion was built, a lot with a down sloping terrain was donated by Dr. Magdalena Leaño when Fr. Jojo Saturnino was parish priest. The open diamond-shaped church with a unique architectural design was consecrated in 1996 by Bishop Abaya when the parish hosted the Christ the King celebration under the leadership of Fr. Walde Batoon. Travelling about 4 kilometers from the new parish church to his residence, and with the support of the parishioners, Fr. Ian Rabago spearheaded the construction of a huge and well-equipped rectory, blessed on July 1, 1999. The new parish church, now at the heart of the town is a witness to the growing number of active parishioners, who found difficulty going to the southernmost barangay Fortuna.
The following priests are well-remembered by Marcoseños: Rev. Amador Foz (1966-67), Rev. Damaso Argel (1967-69), +Rev. Adriano Lagoc (1969-73), Rev. Jose Agustin (1973), Rev. Teodoro Remigio (1973-77), Rev. Mario Garaza (1977-81), Rev. Richard Antonio (1981-84), Rev. Pedro A. Acoba (1984-86), Rev. Emil Valenciano (1986-89), Rev. Jojo Saturnino (1989-92), Rev. Romualde D. Batoon (1992-97), Rev. Noel Ian G. Rabago (1997-2001), Rev. Anthony Dimagiba as Parochial Administrator (2001), Rev. Tranquilino Santos (2002-2008), and Rev. Joey Ranjo (2008-2009).
by Rev. Noel Ian G. Rabago
The southern portion of the hometown of many priests was blooming to become the rice granary of Dingras. With the quality and quantity of harvest vis-à-vis the industry of the people, the area would become the site for a new municipality. Through a bill sponsored by then Representative Simeon M. Valdez, the town of Marcos was created by virtue of Republic Act 3753. Six big barrios (Biding, Capariaan, Alabaan, Agunit, Culao and Ragas) were carved out of Dingras to form the new town, named after Mariano Marcos in recognition of his heroism even before his son Ferdinand would ascend to the Presidency. As the town progressed, the six barrios were further subdivided into the present 13 barangays mostly named after the first names of the Marcos clan (Lydia, Imelda, Mabuti, Valdez, Daquioag, Fortuna, Pacifico, Tabucbuc, Santiago, Ferdinand, Elizabeth and Cacafean).
Sensitive to the pastoral needs of the industrious people, the first bishop of Laoag, the late Archbishop Antonio Ll. Mabutas canonically erected the parish on June 13, 1966 – the date of his birth and feast of his patron, “San Antonio de Padua” – and considered the youngest for the next 33 years. (Sta. Rosa was erected in 1999, immediately before Bishop Abaya assumed the See of Nueva Segovia.) The barangay chapel of Alabaan, being the only one in the area was converted into a parish church. Gradually, more and more parishioners learned to come for mass including the taga-daya (those coming from the barangays east of the Padsan River). The small church was becoming smaller and smaller. There was no more space to expand; to the west a cliff ends the hill were the church is suspended, to the east the busy national road often became the starting point of marching couples at weddings, to the north the houses provided the resident priest neighbors at a hearing distance, and to the south another cliff ends the portion where the rectory is built. Until the thought of constructing a larger church on a higher hill where the town’s Poblacion was built, a lot with a down sloping terrain was donated by Dr. Magdalena Leaño when Fr. Jojo Saturnino was parish priest. The open diamond-shaped church with a unique architectural design was consecrated in 1996 by Bishop Abaya when the parish hosted the Christ the King celebration under the leadership of Fr. Walde Batoon. Travelling about 4 kilometers from the new parish church to his residence, and with the support of the parishioners, Fr. Ian Rabago spearheaded the construction of a huge and well-equipped rectory, blessed on July 1, 1999. The new parish church, now at the heart of the town is a witness to the growing number of active parishioners, who found difficulty going to the southernmost barangay Fortuna.
The following priests are well-remembered by Marcoseños: Rev. Amador Foz (1966-67), Rev. Damaso Argel (1967-69), +Rev. Adriano Lagoc (1969-73), Rev. Jose Agustin (1973), Rev. Teodoro Remigio (1973-77), Rev. Mario Garaza (1977-81), Rev. Richard Antonio (1981-84), Rev. Pedro A. Acoba (1984-86), Rev. Emil Valenciano (1986-89), Rev. Jojo Saturnino (1989-92), Rev. Romualde D. Batoon (1992-97), Rev. Noel Ian G. Rabago (1997-2001), Rev. Anthony Dimagiba as Parochial Administrator (2001), Rev. Tranquilino Santos (2002-2008), and Rev. Joey Ranjo (2008-2009).
by Rev. Noel Ian G. Rabago
Sunday, June 14, 2009
Eucharist
As Catholics, we fully participate in the celebration of the Eucharist when we receive Holy Communion. Parishioners and visitors to St. Anthony are encouraged to receive Communion devoutly and frequently. In order to be properly disposed to receive Communion, participants should not be conscious of grave sin and normally should have fasted for one hour.
If you or someone in your family is ill, Holy Communion can be delivered to your home by one of the St. Anthony Extraordinary Ministers of Communion.
Communion for the Sick
If you or a family member is ill or otherwise homebound and cannot attend Mass to receive communion, please call the rectory at 676-1201 to arrange for one of our Ministers to the Sick to bring the Eucharist to your home.
First Communion for Children
Children who are at least in the 4th grade are prepared for reception of the Eucharist during the course of their Christian Education classes in their school.
For inquiries, please call the parish office/rectory.
If you or someone in your family is ill, Holy Communion can be delivered to your home by one of the St. Anthony Extraordinary Ministers of Communion.
Communion for the Sick
If you or a family member is ill or otherwise homebound and cannot attend Mass to receive communion, please call the rectory at 676-1201 to arrange for one of our Ministers to the Sick to bring the Eucharist to your home.
First Communion for Children
Children who are at least in the 4th grade are prepared for reception of the Eucharist during the course of their Christian Education classes in their school.
For inquiries, please call the parish office/rectory.
Anointing of the Sick
The Sacrament of Anointing of the Sick, formerly called Extreme Unction, The Last Rites, or The Anointing, is for the elderly, the seriously ill, or those scheduled for surgery. The rite of Healing is offered by special appointment.
Call the rectory, 676-1201, if someone needs to have a priest visit the home.
Call the rectory, 676-1201, if someone needs to have a priest visit the home.
Reconciliation
The Sacrament of Reconciliation (formerly called confession) is offered weekdays before or after the 6:30 a.m. mass and on Saturday mornings from 9:00 to 10:00.
The confessional is located in the Church chapel.
Private confessions can be scheduled by contacting the Parish office at 676-1201.
The confessional is located in the Church chapel.
Private confessions can be scheduled by contacting the Parish office at 676-1201.
Confirmation
St. Anthony Catholic Church offers Confirmation for both teens and adults.
Since the bishop is the only ordinary minister of the sacrament, parishioners who would like to be confirmed must inquire from the parish office regarding details.
In the diocese, confirmations are customarily offered in the context of parish fiesta celebrations. Nevertheless, St. Anthony Church is in the process of preparing a formation program for candidates for confirmation celebrated apart from the parish fiesta.
Since the bishop is the only ordinary minister of the sacrament, parishioners who would like to be confirmed must inquire from the parish office regarding details.
In the diocese, confirmations are customarily offered in the context of parish fiesta celebrations. Nevertheless, St. Anthony Church is in the process of preparing a formation program for candidates for confirmation celebrated apart from the parish fiesta.
Baptism
Parishioners are invited and encouraged to have their children baptized at St. Anthony Catholic Church. The Diocese of Laoag requires that parents and godparents must participate in the baptismal preparation program prior to the celebration of baptism.
Baptisms are celebrated on Wednesdays and Saturdays.
Parents must contact the Parish office at 676-1201 or visit the Parish office to register and should be prepared to provide the office the original Birth Certificate of the candidate for baptism and information regarding the godparents. The Parish staff will provide information regarding the baptism, the pre-sacramental seminar, and the baptismal ceremony.
Fees:
Parents' fee: Php 200.00
Parents' fee (when the baptism is celebrated outside the parish schedule): Php 400.00
Sponsor's fee: Php 100.00
Baptisms are celebrated on Wednesdays and Saturdays.
Parents must contact the Parish office at 676-1201 or visit the Parish office to register and should be prepared to provide the office the original Birth Certificate of the candidate for baptism and information regarding the godparents. The Parish staff will provide information regarding the baptism, the pre-sacramental seminar, and the baptismal ceremony.
Fees:
Parents' fee: Php 200.00
Parents' fee (when the baptism is celebrated outside the parish schedule): Php 400.00
Sponsor's fee: Php 100.00
The New Pastor's Appointment Letter
A P P O I N T M E N T
By virtue of the faculty vested in me by canon 523, I,
by the Grace of God and Favor of the Apostolic See, Bishop of Laoag,
hereby appoint you
REV. NOLASCO M. PASCUA, JR.
PARISH PRIEST
of ST. ANTHONY OF PADUA PARISH,
Marcos, Ilocos Norte
whom I judge to be outstanding in sound doctrine and uprightness of character and endowed with zeal for souls and other virtues. I commit to you the full care of souls in that Parish with all the faculties, duties, rights and privileges according to the Code of Canon Law, Diocesan statutes, and approved consuetude.
I urge the clergy and our lay faithful to give you all the cooperation and consideration you need and show you the respect due to a minister of God.
This Letter of Appointment takes effect as of June 15, 2009 and is valid for three (3) years or until revoked by me or my successor.
Given this 15th day of June 2009, at the Chancery Office, Bishop’s Residence, Laoag City, duly signed and affixed with the seal of the Diocese.
(SGD.) + SERGIO L. UTLEG
Bishop of Laoag
By virtue of the faculty vested in me by canon 523, I,
by the Grace of God and Favor of the Apostolic See, Bishop of Laoag,
hereby appoint you
REV. NOLASCO M. PASCUA, JR.
PARISH PRIEST
of ST. ANTHONY OF PADUA PARISH,
Marcos, Ilocos Norte
whom I judge to be outstanding in sound doctrine and uprightness of character and endowed with zeal for souls and other virtues. I commit to you the full care of souls in that Parish with all the faculties, duties, rights and privileges according to the Code of Canon Law, Diocesan statutes, and approved consuetude.
I urge the clergy and our lay faithful to give you all the cooperation and consideration you need and show you the respect due to a minister of God.
This Letter of Appointment takes effect as of June 15, 2009 and is valid for three (3) years or until revoked by me or my successor.
Given this 15th day of June 2009, at the Chancery Office, Bishop’s Residence, Laoag City, duly signed and affixed with the seal of the Diocese.
(SGD.) + SERGIO L. UTLEG
Bishop of Laoag
Saturday, June 13, 2009
Mass Schedule
All masses are celebrated in the Parish Church, unless otherwise indicated.
Mass Schedules shown here are for regularly scheduled masses held at St. Anthony Catholic Church throughout the year.
Sundays
6:30 a.m. (Brgy. Fortuna Chapel)
8:30 a.m.
4:00 p.m. (Barangay)
1st Sunday: Brgy. Elizabeth
2nd Sunday: Brgy. Escoda
3rd Sunday: Brgy. Tabucbuc
4th Sunday: Brgy. Pacifico
Saturdays [Vigil/Anticipated Sunday Mass]
4:00 p.m. (Barangay)
2nd Saturday: Brgy. Santiago
3rd Saturday: Brgy. Ferdinand
4th Saturday: Brgy. Mabuti
Weekdays
Monday - Friday
5:00 p.m.
Note: There is no mass at 5:00 p.m. on days when there is a scheduled wedding or funeral mass.
Holy Days of Obligation
8:30 a.m.
Confessions
Weekdays: Before or after the weekday mass in the afternoon
Saturdays: 9:00 - 10:00 a.m.
Contact the parish office for special schedule.
Mass Schedules shown here are for regularly scheduled masses held at St. Anthony Catholic Church throughout the year.
Sundays
6:30 a.m. (Brgy. Fortuna Chapel)
8:30 a.m.
4:00 p.m. (Barangay)
1st Sunday: Brgy. Elizabeth
2nd Sunday: Brgy. Escoda
3rd Sunday: Brgy. Tabucbuc
4th Sunday: Brgy. Pacifico
Saturdays [Vigil/Anticipated Sunday Mass]
4:00 p.m. (Barangay)
2nd Saturday: Brgy. Santiago
3rd Saturday: Brgy. Ferdinand
4th Saturday: Brgy. Mabuti
Weekdays
Monday - Friday
5:00 p.m.
Note: There is no mass at 5:00 p.m. on days when there is a scheduled wedding or funeral mass.
Holy Days of Obligation
8:30 a.m.
Confessions
Weekdays: Before or after the weekday mass in the afternoon
Saturdays: 9:00 - 10:00 a.m.
Contact the parish office for special schedule.
Office Hours
Tuesday through Saturday
8:00 am - 12:00 nn
1:30 pm - 5:00 pm
CONTACT INFORMATION
Church and Office Address:
Brgy. Lydia
Marcos, Ilocos Norte 2907
Phone Number: (077) 676-1201
Email: stanthonymarcos@gmail.com
Mailing Address:
Brgy. Lydia
Marcos, Ilocos Norte 2907
Staff:
Pastor - Reverend Nolasco "Tom" M. Pascua, Jr.
Secretary - Ms. Tessie
8:00 am - 12:00 nn
1:30 pm - 5:00 pm
CONTACT INFORMATION
Church and Office Address:
Brgy. Lydia
Marcos, Ilocos Norte 2907
Phone Number: (077) 676-1201
Email: stanthonymarcos@gmail.com
Mailing Address:
Brgy. Lydia
Marcos, Ilocos Norte 2907
Staff:
Pastor - Reverend Nolasco "Tom" M. Pascua, Jr.
Secretary - Ms. Tessie
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