Himig Cristo Chorale

22/02/2026

𝐇𝐚𝐯𝐞 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐫 𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐝 𝐚 𝐬𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐨𝐧 𝐨𝐟 𝐥𝐢𝐟𝐞 𝐭𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐟𝐞𝐥𝐭 𝐞𝐦𝐩𝐭𝐲 — 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐲𝐞𝐭, 𝐬𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐡𝐨𝐰, 𝐡𝐨𝐥𝐲?

In today’s Gospel (Matthew 4:1–11), Jesus is led into the desert to be welcomed by hunger, silence, temptation, and solitude. This reminds us that the desert in never truly empty. Beneath its harshness, life waits, seeds endure, and quiet beauty reveals itself only to those who stay. So, too, in our own deserts — in unanswered prayers, hidden struggles, silent battles, and weary hearts — 𝑮𝒐𝒅 𝒊𝒔 𝒏𝒐𝒕 𝒂𝒃𝒔𝒆𝒏𝒕. 𝑯𝒆 𝒊𝒔 𝒄𝒍𝒐𝒔𝒆𝒓 𝒕𝒉𝒂𝒏 𝒆𝒗𝒆𝒓.

This First Sunday of Lent invites us to enter our own wilderness with courage — not to escape hardship, but to encounter truth. As we also observe the Pontifical Work of St. Peter the Apostle (Opus Sancti Petri), we remember communities and vocations formed in hidden deserts of sacrifice and prayer.

As we continue on our Lenten journey, may we be reminded that when our hearts feel dry — we stay, when our prayers feel unanswered — we remain, and if the path feels lonely — we trust. Because even in the desert, grace is growing. And somewhere ahead, an oasis waits.

18/02/2026

May today be the start we give up who we have been, for who we can become! Here are three things we can bring on our journey through this season of Lent.

What will you give up on?

And if you should fast, Pope Francis reminds us what and how to:
- fast from hurtful words and say kind words.
- fast from pessimism and be filled with hope.
- fast from complaints and contemplate simplicity.
- fast from bitterness and fill your hearts with joy.
- fast from worries and have full trust in God.

May today be the start we give up who we have been, for who we can become! Here are three things we can bring on our journey through this season of Lent.

11/01/2026

𝐖𝐡𝐞𝐧 𝐰𝐚𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐥𝐚𝐬𝐭 𝐭𝐢𝐦𝐞 𝐬𝐨𝐦𝐞𝐨𝐧𝐞 𝐭𝐨𝐥𝐝 𝐲𝐨𝐮, “𝐘𝐨𝐮 𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐦𝐲 𝐛𝐞𝐥𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐝”?

In today’s Gospel (Matthew 3:13–17), Jesus steps into the Jordan — not because He is broken, but because He chooses to stand with the broken. This image reminds us of our own baptism: water poured gently, hands steady, a life claimed. Baptism does not erase our struggles — but it plants in us a truth deeper than any failure: we are God’s beloved.

As we celebrate the feast of the Baptism of the Lord, may we rediscover that baptism is not a cultural rite of passage, but a beginning of a mission. It sends us into the world not as perfect, but as loved. May we continue to walk into this world carrying the quiet confidence of those who know they are chosen, claimed, and sent.

01/01/2026

“𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐋𝐨𝐫𝐝 𝐛𝐥𝐞𝐬𝐬 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐤𝐞𝐞𝐩 𝐲𝐨𝐮!” (Numbers 6:24)

As we step into a new year and celebrate the Solemnity of Mary, Mother of God, we are invited to begin not with noise and resolutions shouted aloud, but rather with discernment and hopes carefully held.

Today’s Gospel tells of shepherds rushing to see the Child with amazement and overflowing praise. Yet Mary remains still — teaching us that the truest beginnings are often quiet. Faith does not need to be loud to be strong; it only needs to be sincere and true.

Like Mary, may we carry Christ into this year with reverence. And like the Child in the manger, may our lives speak love — softly, steadily, and truly. In his homily, today’s Mass presider at the Immaculate Conception Parish - Burauen, Rev. Msgr. Erwin Jose Balagapo reminds us to “𝒑𝒓𝒂𝒚 𝒕𝒉𝒂𝒕 𝒑𝒆𝒂𝒄𝒆 𝒎𝒂𝒚 𝒅𝒘𝒆𝒍𝒍 𝒘𝒊𝒕𝒉𝒊𝒏 𝒖𝒔”, calling all to lift one another in patience, in prayer, and in mercy. 🙏✨

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And so, as fireworks fade and calendars turn, we choose as our outlook for the year — not performing, not proving, but thriving even when unseen. For our Year VI, we wish to flourish without applause, grow without noise, and sing not for recognition. Because some of the brightest blooms grow in quiet places. And some of the holiest praise is whispered, not shouted.

If you wish to share your time, talent, and treasures, Himig Christo Chorale opens its doors once more to welcome those who wish to grow with us in prayers and songs. Be part of HCC! Audition now! 📣🎶🔥

31/12/2025

Proof that 2025 was full — of work, wonder, and wins. Grateful for every chapter, every people, and every lesson that led us to where we’re meant to go. Onward to 2026. 🥳✨

30/12/2025

Sea breeze, island views, and a gratitude cake that said it all. 2025, you were extremely challenging, but thank you for showing us our true worth. Now, ready for a brighter 2026. 🌴🫶✨

28/12/2025

Before the year ends, we want you to hear this - surviving 2025 was not easy, but you did it! And that is what’s important. 🌟🥂💐

25/12/2025

From our hearts to yours - Merry Christmas! ✨🎄
Thank you to everyone who walked with us through 2025: every story shared, every life touched, and every truth learned. May the memories of this year make us change for the better. Here's to carrying the light forward - toward a brighter, braver 2026! 🌟🥂

25/12/2025

“𝑰𝒏 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝒃𝒆𝒈𝒊𝒏𝒏𝒊𝒏𝒈 𝒘𝒂𝒔 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝑾𝒐𝒓𝒅… 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝒕𝒉𝒆 𝑾𝒐𝒓𝒅 𝒃𝒆𝒄𝒂𝒎𝒆 𝒇𝒍𝒆𝒔𝒉 𝒂𝒏𝒅 𝒅𝒘𝒆𝒍𝒕 𝒂𝒎𝒐𝒏𝒈 𝒖𝒔.” (John 1:1, 14)

In today’s Gospel, we are brought back to the beginning — before the carols, before the parol lights, before the noche buena table was set. We believe that our Savior was not born like a king chasing applause, but as a child — small, gentle, and vulnerable.

This reminds us to become childlike again: to trust in humility, to wonder, and to receive love without conditions. And this Christmas, it also teaches us to choose our tribe — the people and places where peace is protected, kindness is shared, and faith is nurtured.

However we celebrate, may we welcome Jesus with open hands and open hearts. Rejoice! For the Light still shines in the darkness — and the darkness has not overcome it. Happiest Christmas to all! 🙏✨🎄

22/12/2025

𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐝𝐨 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐝𝐨 𝐰𝐡𝐢𝐥𝐞 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐰𝐚𝐢𝐭 — 𝐰𝐡𝐞𝐧 𝐧𝐨𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐬𝐞𝐞𝐦𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐛𝐞 𝐡𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐞𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐲𝐞𝐭?

In today’s Gospel, Mary teaches us that waiting is not wasted time. It is sacred space — a quiet preparation for a promise yet to be fulfilled. With uncertainty, carrying only her trust in the One who called her, she proclaims: “𝑀𝑦 𝑠𝑜𝑢𝑙 𝑚𝑎𝑔𝑛𝑖𝑓𝑖𝑒𝑠 𝑡ℎ𝑒 𝐿𝑜𝑟𝑑, 𝑎𝑛𝑑 𝑚𝑦 𝑠𝑝𝑖𝑟𝑖𝑡 𝑟𝑒𝑗𝑜𝑖𝑐𝑒𝑠 𝑖𝑛 𝐺𝑜𝑑 𝑚𝑦 𝑆𝑎𝑣𝑖𝑜𝑟.” (Luke 1:46–47)

As we continue on our journey through nine mornings of choosing hope over sleep, devotion over convenience, and faith over impatience, this Misa de Gallo teaches us patience, humbles us with gratitude, and readies our hearts for joy. Because sometimes, the greatest strength is simply remaining faithful while we wait.

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With grateful hearts, we thank the Most Holy Trinity Parish, Alangalang, Leyte for opening your doors and your ears to our songs, and for receiving our carols with such warmth. To this year’s Hermanas Mayores, the De Veyra Family, thank you for weaving faith, generosity, and devotion into the beautiful celebration of the Nuestra Señora de Belén.

08/12/2025

𝐖𝐡𝐚𝐭 𝐝𝐨𝐞𝐬 𝐢𝐭 𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐥𝐲 𝐦𝐞𝐚𝐧 𝐭𝐨 𝐬𝐚𝐲 “𝐘𝐞𝐬” — 𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐧 𝐰𝐡𝐞𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐥𝐝 𝐜𝐚𝐧𝐧𝐨𝐭 𝐮𝐧𝐝𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐭𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐲𝐨𝐮?

In today’s Gospel, we witness a young woman in an ordinary village receive an extraordinary invitation. No spotlight, no applause, no guarantees — only a message that would change the world: “𝐵𝑒ℎ𝑜𝑙𝑑, 𝐼 𝑎𝑚 𝑡ℎ𝑒 ℎ𝑎𝑛𝑑𝑚𝑎𝑖𝑑 𝑜𝑓 𝑡ℎ𝑒 𝐿𝑜𝑟𝑑. 𝑀𝑎𝑦 𝑖𝑡 𝑏𝑒 𝑑𝑜𝑛𝑒 𝑡𝑜 𝑚𝑒 𝑎𝑐𝑐𝑜𝑟𝑑𝑖𝑛𝑔 𝑡𝑜 𝑦𝑜𝑢𝑟 𝑤𝑜𝑟𝑑.” (Luke 1:38)

On this Solemnity of the Immaculate Conception, Mary teaches us that holiness does not begin with perfection, but with a humble 'Yes!'. A yes spoken into uncertainty, whispered through fear, and costing comfort, reputation, and peace.

In his homily, Bishop Oscar Florencio reflected on three virtues Mary lived so deeply — listening, reflecting, and sacrificing. She listened even when the message was overwhelming, reflected even when she did not fully understand, and sacrificed even when the world would question her, judge her, and speak behind her back.

𝑨𝒏𝒅 𝒊𝒔𝒏’𝒕 𝒕𝒉𝒂𝒕 𝒐𝒖𝒓 𝒔𝒕𝒐𝒓𝒚, 𝒕𝒐𝒐?

Sometimes we choose goodness quietly, and others call it weakness. Sometimes we serve without recognition, and people still find reasons to criticize. Sometimes we shine softly, and others try to dim our light. But like Mary, we don’t have to explain our yes. We don't owe the world an answer for why we keep choosing love over bitterness, kindness over applause, and service over status.

May our Mother Immaculate reminds us — do the work anyway, sing anyway, shine anyway. Because through every hidden fiat, every unseen sacrifice, becomes a place where God writes another miracle.

Viva Immaculada Concepcion!

30/11/2025

𝐖𝐡𝐞𝐧 𝐆𝐨𝐝 𝐤𝐧𝐨𝐜𝐤𝐬 𝐪𝐮𝐢𝐞𝐭𝐥𝐲 — 𝐰𝐢𝐥𝐥 𝐲𝐨𝐮 𝐛𝐞 𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐝𝐲 𝐭𝐨 𝐨𝐩𝐞𝐧?

As we start this new liturgical year, the Gospel tells us that the Son of Man will come at an hour we do not expect — not in frantic rush, not waiting for any recognition, but in the ordinary rhythms of our daily lives. “𝐵𝑒 𝑝𝑟𝑒𝑝𝑎𝑟𝑒𝑑,” Jesus said, “𝑓𝑜𝑟 𝑎𝑡 𝑎𝑛 ℎ𝑜𝑢𝑟 𝑦𝑜𝑢 𝑑𝑜 𝑛𝑜𝑡 𝑒𝑥𝑝𝑒𝑐𝑡, 𝑡ℎ𝑒 𝑆𝑜𝑛 𝑜𝑓 𝑀𝑎𝑛 𝑤𝑖𝑙𝑙 𝑐𝑜𝑚𝑒.” (Matthew 24:44)

In today’s Misa Novenario para la Inmaculada Concepción de Burauen, the presider spoke of how to be a true disciple during Advent — wait with hope, watch with faith, and work with love. Our Lady personified this courage deeper than any fears. Her “yes” was readiness in its purest form. Her heart was a home always open for God.

May this season of waiting, watching, and working be a time to clear space in our hearts, to trim the lamps of our spirits, and to wake up to the presence of God in every unexpected moment. Amen.

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As we wait for the joyous birth of our Savior, HCC remains ready with hope in our voices and our hearts. If you’ve been waiting for a sign to share your gifts and serve with your voice — this is it! Send us a message and be part of HCC.