We invite you to join us in celebrating Simbang Gabi – a Filipino Christmas tradition that takes place on the nine evenings leading up to Christmas, Sun, Dec 15 - Mon, Dec 23.
- Holy Rosary: 5:30pm daily (6:30pm on Sundays).
- Christmas Evening Mass: 6:00pm (7:00pm on Sundays).
The novena begins on Sun, Dec 15 at St. Mary’s Basilica in Phoenix.
This special evening includes a presentation on the 355-year tradition of Simbang Gabi and a procession of intricate lanterns (5:00-6:00pm). Mass will be celebrated by Bishop John Dolan, along with Filipino priests of Arizona at 6:00pm and will be followed by a reception featuring traditional Filipino delicacies such as adobo, lechon, pansit, and more.
From Mon, Dec 16 - Mon, Dec 23, the celebration will continue at Corpus Christi, culminating in a joyful Christmas Evening Party on Mon, Dec 23 at 7:00pm.
This event, hosted by the Our Mother of Perpetual Help Community Prayer Group, in collaboration with Rev. Rey Clutario, the Couples for Christ Choir, and the Mass Liturgy Participants.
We invite everyone to come together in prayer, faith, and joy. Let us experience the true spirit of Christmas through this beautiful tradition.
For inquiries, please contact Danny Caravana at 480-766-0001.
We hope to see you there as we celebrate the blessings of this season. Merry Christmas & God bless!