The Santo Niño was popularly considered the official patron of Cebu, but the Church in the Philippines suppressed the notion and clarified that it is not the representation of a saint that …

Jan 16, 2025 · “Santo Niño is the image of the great love of God who arrived in Cebu to introduce himself to our ancestors, drawing them to the Catholic faith, inspiring them to build the Church …

The "Novena to Santo Niño" honors the Holy Child Jesus, a beloved devotion that holds a special place in Catholic tradition, particularly in the Philippines and throughout Latin America, where it …

Aug 24, 2024 · The devotion to the Santo Niño de Cebú, the Holy Child Jesus, holds a special place in the hearts of Cebuanos in the Philippines. For centuries, this sacred image has been …

Jan 16, 2025 · Niño is a story of love, resilience, and unwavering faith that has stood the test of time. Its roots go back over five centuries, beginning with an extraordinary gift that would …

The Santo Niño (Holy Child) is one of the most cherished and venerated religious icons in the Philippines, embodying the deep faith, cultural identity, and enduring hope of the Filipino people.

Mar 9, 2025 · Housed in the Basilica Minore del Santo Niño, the oldest church in the Philippines, the Sto. Niño became a beacon of hope, drawing pilgrims seeking blessings and protection.

Basilica Minore del Sto. Niño de Cebu, the home of the original and oldest religious relic in the Philippines in honor to the Holy Child Jesus.

Mar 11, 2025 · This figure is the Infant Jesus and is known as the Santo Niño (Holy Child)—the oldest Christian relic in the Philippines. The first image of the Holy Child came to the …

Jan 4, 2026 · The archbishop said the Santo Niño teaches Catholics that true greatness is found in humility and service, rather than power, wealth, or status. Similarly, he noted how true …