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The Josephian Diadem, 2683 Juan Luna Street , Gagalangin, Tondo, Manila (2025)

15/10/2025

𝐎𝐜𝐭𝐨𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝟏𝟓—𝐅𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐭 𝐃𝐚𝐲 𝐨𝐟 𝐒𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐭 𝐓𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐚 𝐨𝐟 𝐀𝐯𝐢𝐥𝐚

Saint Teresa was the first woman to be granted the title of doctor of the Church—elevated by Pope Paul VI in 1970. She was the founder of the Carmelite reform, a Roman Catholic religious order following the stern and contemplative character of the Carmelite life.

Early in her life in 1529, her mother had already passed away. It was theorized that some time during 1535, she entered the Carmelite Convent of the Incarnation at Ávila, Spain—much to her father's opposition. During this time, her health collapsed, making her disabled for three years. Because of this instance, she resorted to mental praying; she stopped shortly after her recovery.

It was in 1555, however, when she experienced her religious awakening. This led to her consideration in restoring Carmelite life's observance of austerity, which had declined in the 14th and 15th century. With Pope Pius IV's aid, she was able to open the first convent of the Carmelite Reform in 1562. Despite her failing health and other constraints, Saint Teresa continued to support and nurture 16 more convents in Spain throughout her life. And in October of 1582, she died at Alba de Tormes, where her body was interred.

Saint Teresa's advocacy teaches us that prayer is our personal connection to God. That our growth is the fruit of following God's will even in the midst of challenges.

𝐒𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐭 𝐓𝐞𝐫𝐞𝐬𝐚 𝐨𝐟 Á𝐯𝐢𝐥𝐚, 𝐩𝐫𝐚𝐲 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐮𝐬.

15/10/2025

𝐒𝐭. 𝐉𝐨𝐬𝐞𝐩𝐡 𝐒𝐜𝐡𝐨𝐨𝐥 𝐨𝐟 𝐆𝐚𝐠𝐚𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐠𝐢𝐧 𝐇𝐞𝐥𝐝 𝐚𝐧 𝐄𝐚𝐫𝐭𝐡𝐪𝐮𝐚𝐤𝐞 𝐃𝐫𝐢𝐥𝐥 𝐢𝐧 𝐏𝐫𝐞𝐩𝐚𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐁𝐢𝐠 𝐎𝐧𝐞

In response to the recent earthquake surges occurring in several areas of the country, St. Joseph School of Gagalangin conducted a school-wide earthquake drill.

Led by the school administration, faculty, and staff, the activity aimed to equip all students with proper knowledge and procedures during emergencies. Students participated while wearing hard hats and carrying mini flashlights with whistles, ready to perform the 𝗗𝘂𝗰𝗸, 𝗖𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗛𝗼𝗹𝗱 procedure and follow designated evacuation routes.

The drill also emphasized the importance of calmness, discipline, and cooperation—values that help every Josephian remain prepared and responsible in times of crisis.

To reach the entire community, the school shared earthquake safety tips and preparedness videos through its official social media pages, ensuring that even online learners stay informed and ready.

This activity reassures all parents and guardians that St. Joseph School of Gagalangin continues to prioritize the safety and welfare of every student, promoting preparedness and peace of mind for all.

𝘼𝙡𝙬𝙖𝙮𝙨 𝙗𝙚 𝙖𝙡𝙚𝙧𝙩, 𝙅𝙤𝙨𝙚𝙥𝙝𝙞𝙖𝙣𝙨!

Written by Kenzo Cincollagas

14/10/2025

𝐈𝐧𝐟𝐥𝐮𝐞𝐧𝐳𝐚 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐈𝐧𝐟𝐥𝐮𝐞𝐧𝐳𝐚-𝐋𝐢𝐤𝐞 𝐈𝐥𝐥𝐧𝐞𝐬𝐬 (𝐈𝐋𝐈) 𝐢𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐏𝐡𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐩𝐩𝐢𝐧𝐞𝐬: 𝐒𝐭𝐨𝐩 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐒𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐚𝐝, 𝐅𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐅𝐥𝐮

The Philippines regularly experiences flu and influenza-like illness (ILI), partly due to its warm and humid weather which supports the year-round spread of viruses. Here's a brief overview of recent patterns and prevention recommendations:

In 2023 ILI cases rose significantly across the country. Between January 1 and October 14, there were approximately 158,307 reported cases, representing a 46% increase compared to the same period in 2022.

By 2024, cases began to subside. From January 1 to August 24, around 102,216 ILI cases were recorded—18% lower than during the same interval in 2023. As of September 2024, the total number of reported cases for the year-to-date (January-September) reached approximately 117,372 with only 126 reported deaths.

The decline appeared to continue in 2025. By February, only about 9,995 ILI cases had been reported, marking a 53% decrease compared to February 2024 levels.

𝐇𝐞𝐫𝐞 𝐚𝐫𝐞 𝐰𝐚𝐲𝐬 𝐭𝐨 𝐩𝐫𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐅𝐥𝐮 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐈𝐋𝐈:
🔸Get a 𝗳𝗹𝘂 𝘃𝗮𝗰𝗰𝗶𝗻𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗻𝘂𝗮𝗹𝗹𝘆, especially if you belong in a high-risk group.
🔸 𝗪𝗮𝘀𝗵 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗱𝘀 frequently with soap and water (or use alcohol-based hand sanitizer).
🔸 𝗖𝗼𝘃𝗲𝗿 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗺𝗼𝘂𝘁𝗵 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗻𝗼𝘀𝗲 with a tissue or your elbow when coughing or sneezing.
🔸 𝗔𝘃𝗼𝗶𝗱 𝗰𝗹𝗼𝘀𝗲 𝗰𝗼𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗰𝘁 with people who are sick.
🔸 𝗪𝗲𝗮𝗿 𝗮 𝗺𝗮𝘀𝗸 in crowded or enclosed areas.
🔸 𝗦𝘁𝗮𝘆 𝗵𝗼𝗺𝗲 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗿𝗲𝘀𝘁 if you feel unwell to prevent spreading illness.
🔸 Maintain 𝗴𝗼𝗼𝗱 𝗵𝘆𝗱𝗿𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻, 𝗯𝗮𝗹𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲𝗱 𝗻𝘂𝘁𝗿𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻, 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗮𝗱𝗲𝗾𝘂𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝘀𝗹𝗲𝗲𝗽 to strengthen your immune system.

𝙎𝙩𝙖𝙮 𝙨𝙖𝙛𝙚 𝙅𝙤𝙨𝙚𝙥𝙝𝙞𝙖𝙣𝙨!

Written by Yuan Mendoza
Layout by Honeylen Genosas & Nicole Gumangan

12/10/2025

𝐎𝐜𝐭𝐨𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝟏𝟐, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓—𝐅𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐭 𝐨𝐟 𝐒𝐞ñ𝐨𝐫𝐚 𝐝𝐞𝐥 𝐒𝐚𝐧𝐭í𝐬𝐢𝐦𝐨 𝐑𝐨𝐬𝐚𝐫𝐢𝐨 - 𝐋𝐚 𝐍𝐚𝐯𝐚𝐥 𝐝𝐞 𝐌𝐚𝐧𝐢𝐥𝐚.

In 1593, the new Spanish governor-general, Don Luis Pérez Dasmariñas, commissioned a statue of Our Lady of the Holy Rosary for public veneration in memory of his recently deceased father. Under the direction of Captain Hernando de los Rios Coronel, the sculpture was made by an anonymous Chinese immigrant, who later converted to Christianity. The statue was then given to the Dominican friars, who installed it at the Santo Domingo Church in Intramuros, Philippines.

In 1646, it was told that the image helped the Filipinos during the Naval battles. The combined Spanish and Filipino forces, who were outnumbered, won the battles, asking for the intercession of the Blessed Virgin by praying the Rosary repeatedly and placing themselves under the protection of Our Lady of the Rosary. The cathedral chapter of the Archdiocese of Manila then declared the naval victory a miraculous event owed to the Blessed Virgin Mary declaring her the Our Lady of La Naval.

Pope Pius X authorized granting Our Lady of La Naval a canonical crown in 1906. During the Japanese bombardment in 1942, the church authorities hid the statue at the University of Santo Tomas fearing that the statue would be destroyed. The image was hidden until 1946, the 300th anniversary of the battles.
In 1954, the image was transferred to its new shrine, inside the new Santo Domingo Church in Quezon City.

In 1973, the Our Lady of La Naval was declared the patroness of Quezon City which during that time was the national capital of the Philippines—Filipino Archbishop Mariano Gaviola, also declared her patroness of the Philippine Navy in 1975. During the People Power Revolution, a replica of the image was brought in procession to the Malacañang Palace by the Dominican Friars and was also brought to Camp Crame, where the rebel forces headed by Juan Ponce Enrile and Fidel V. Ramos was confined during the uprising.

The Our Lady of La Naval has told millions of stories of miracles and faith over the country and its image has become a symbol of love, strength and hope for many. Just like the battles that the Philippines have won, may Our Lady of La Naval continue interceding guidance against the battles and challenges that we defy each day.

¡𝐕𝐢𝐯𝐚 𝐋𝐚 𝐕𝐢𝐫𝐠𝐞𝐧 𝐝𝐞 𝐋𝐚 𝐍𝐚𝐯𝐚𝐥! ¡𝐕𝐢𝐯𝐚!

12/10/2025

𝐎𝐜𝐭𝐨𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝟏𝟐—𝐅𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐭 𝐃𝐚𝐲 𝐨𝐟 𝐒𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐭 𝐂𝐚𝐫𝐥𝐨 𝐀𝐜𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐬

Saint Carlo Acutis was an Italian programmer born in London, England. He became known as the 𝙛𝙞𝙧𝙨𝙩 𝙢𝙞𝙡𝙡𝙚𝙣𝙣𝙞𝙖𝙡 𝙨𝙖𝙞𝙣𝙩. Throughout his life, Acutis was interested in Catholicism, especially in the Rosary and in the Eucharist. With the help of his parents, he often he often visited the birthplaces of saints and sites of Eucharistic miracles. Because of his special interest in the Internet, he created a website that documented Eucharistic miracles around the world.

In October of 2006, Saint Carlo Acutis passed away from leukemia at the age of 15. Despite his passing, his goodness continued to persevere as many miracles were attributed due to his intercession. His veneration was declared in 2018 by Pope Francis, followed by his beatification in 2020, also by Pope Francis. Most recently, his canonization took place this September, as decreed by Pope Leo XIV.

The life of Saint Carlo Acutis teaches us that we can use the rapid development of technology as a means to spread goodness. His legacy proves that even we, the current generation, can evangelize the world and spread the Gospel through modern ways.

𝐒𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐭 𝐂𝐚𝐫𝐥𝐨 𝐀𝐜𝐮𝐭𝐢𝐬, 𝐩𝐫𝐚𝐲 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐮𝐬.

11/10/2025

𝗦𝗝𝗦 𝗛𝗼𝗻𝗼𝗿𝘀 𝗖𝗼𝗻𝘃𝗼𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻: 𝗪𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲 𝗘𝗳𝗳𝗼𝗿𝘁 𝗠𝗲𝗲𝘁𝘀 𝗥𝗲𝗰𝗼𝗴𝗻𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻

The Saint Joseph School of Gagalangin held its Honors Convocation yesterday, 𝗢𝗰𝘁𝗼𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟭𝟬 to celebrate the bright futures of its outstanding scholars. The atmosphere was filled with enthusiasm and laughter as students came together to honor achievements that set a high standard for all.

Students from Grades 1 to 12 participated in the convocation, which was held in their respective classrooms.

“Dignity does not consist in possessing honours, but in deserving them.” — 𝘼𝙧𝙞𝙨𝙩𝙤𝙩𝙡𝙚

Written by Fermel Roque
Layout by Mitzelle Amurao

11/10/2025

𝐎𝐜𝐭𝐨𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝟏𝟏—𝐅𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐭 𝐃𝐚𝐲 𝐨𝐟 𝐒𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐭 𝐉𝐨𝐡𝐧 𝐗𝐗𝐈𝐈𝐈

Saint John XXIII, known as “𝙂𝙤𝙤𝙙 𝙋𝙤𝙥𝙚 𝙅𝙤𝙝𝙣,” was a man of deep faith, humility, and peace. Before his papal name, he was known as 𝗔𝗻𝗴𝗲𝗹𝗼 𝗚𝗶𝘂𝘀𝗲𝗽𝗽𝗲 𝗥𝗼𝗻𝗰𝗮𝗹𝗹𝗶. He was born on November 25, 1881, in Sotto il Monte, Italy. From a young age, he dreamed of serving God and entered the seminary to become a priest.

During World War I, he served as a medic and chaplain, offering comfort to the wounded. Later, he worked in various countries, building bridges among people of different religions. During World War II, he helped many Jews escape persecution—showing remarkable courage and compassion.

In 1958, he was elected pope, becoming the head of the Catholic Church and the Vatican City State. As pope, he convened the Second Vatican Council, which renewed the Church and connect it more closely with the modern world.

Saint John XXIII passed away on June 3, 1963, but his kindness and wisdom continue to inspire people even today. Every October 11, we celebrate his feast day and remember his message of love, peace, and faith in God.

𝐒𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐭 𝐉𝐨𝐡𝐧 𝐗𝐗𝐈𝐈𝐈, 𝐩𝐫𝐚𝐲 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐮𝐬.

10/10/2025

𝐎𝐜𝐭𝐨𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝟏𝟎—𝐒𝐡𝐢𝐧𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐚 𝐋𝐢𝐠𝐡𝐭 𝐨𝐧 𝐌𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐥 𝐇𝐞𝐚𝐥𝐭𝐡

Today marks the celebration of 𝗪𝗼𝗿𝗹𝗱 𝗠𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗮𝗹 𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗹𝘁𝗵 𝗗𝗮𝘆—a time to raise our awareness, break down stigma, and remind ourselves that mental health is just as important as our physical health. Everyone has mental health, and we all deserve to feel heard, understood, and supported.

Though most go unnoticed, many people face silent challenges every day—whether it’s stress, anxiety, or just the lethargic thought of trying to get through one single day. Let this moment be our reminder that sometimes, our brain needs to rest. It’s okay to not be at your one hundred percent all the time. The important thing is, we learn to acknowledge what we feel and finding healthy ways to cope.

Today is a call to be kind—to ourselves and others—and create a space where everyone feels safe to speak up. Together, we can make a difference, one small act of empathy at a time.

If you or someone you know is struggling with their mental health, please consider to reaching out to these hotlines:
𝙉𝙖𝙩𝙞𝙤𝙣𝙖𝙡 𝘾𝙚𝙣𝙩𝙚𝙧 𝙛𝙤𝙧 𝙈𝙚𝙣𝙩𝙖𝙡 𝙃𝙚𝙖𝙡𝙩𝙝 (𝙉𝘾𝙈𝙃) 24/7 𝘾𝙧𝙞𝙨𝙞𝙨 𝙃𝙤𝙩𝙡𝙞𝙣𝙚:
📞 𝟭𝟱𝟱𝟯 (Luzon-wide landline)
📱 𝟬𝟵𝟭𝟳‑𝟴𝟵𝟵‑𝟴𝟳𝟮𝟳 (Globe/TM)
📱 𝟬𝟵𝟲𝟲‑𝟯𝟱𝟭‑𝟰𝟱𝟭𝟴 (Smart/Sun/TNT)

𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗺𝗶𝗻𝗱 𝗺𝗮𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿𝘀—𝘁𝗼𝗱𝗮𝘆 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗿𝘆 𝗱𝗮𝘆.

Written by Jeremiah Alfonso
Layout by Honeylen Genosas

10/10/2025

𝐎𝐜𝐭𝐨𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝟏𝟎, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓—𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐉𝐨𝐬𝐞𝐩𝐡𝐢𝐚𝐧 𝐃𝐢𝐚𝐝𝐞𝐦 𝐡𝐞𝐥𝐝 𝐢𝐭𝐬 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐫𝐝 𝐨𝐟𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐦𝐞𝐞𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠

The 𝙅𝙤𝙨𝙚𝙥𝙝𝙞𝙖𝙣 𝘿𝙞𝙖𝙙𝙚𝙢 staffers gathered at the Saint Joseph School's science lecture room for their third official meeting.

Editors from each department discussed its previous concerns as well as their future plans for the organization.

Preparations for upcoming events such as the 𝗧𝗜𝗡𝗧𝗔𝗔𝗡, and the 𝗗𝗦𝗣𝗖, as well as the release of the first newspaper volume issue for this academic school year were addressed.

Overall, the general meeting was a success in increasing our staffers' motivation and productivity.

09/10/2025

𝐎𝐜𝐭𝐨𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝟗—𝐅𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐭 𝐃𝐚𝐲 𝐨𝐟 𝐒𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐭 𝐉𝐨𝐡𝐧 𝐇𝐞𝐧𝐫𝐲 𝐍𝐞𝐰𝐦𝐚𝐧

John Henry Newman, often referred to as the Doctor of the Church, was born in Birmingham in 1801. His impact as Britain’s leading 19th-century Catholic is still widely revered to this day. St. John lived the first half of his life as an Anglican and the second half as a Roman Catholic. In both churches, he was a priest, a popular preacher, writer, and an eminent theologian.

During Pope Benedict XVI’s visit to the UK on September 19, 2010, he was beatified. On October 13th, 2019, he became a saint and the first British Individual to be canonized in further than three decades, also the first to have lived in the last 300 years.

John Henry Newman is called the “Absent Father of Vatican II”, as his writings highlight the endless persuasion of the adequate truth, alongside his continuing spiritual guidance, and the essence of conscience.

According to St. John Henry Newman:
“Growth is the only evidence of life.”

On his feast day, let us remember him for his courage to seek the truth, notwithstanding with uncertainty. May his words inspire each and one of us to live with faith and remain rooted in truth. As young individuals who believe in him, may we learn to engrave in our hearts Saint John Henry Newman’s devotion to God’s calling.

𝐒𝐚𝐢𝐧𝐭 𝐉𝐨𝐡𝐧 𝐇𝐞𝐧𝐫𝐲 𝐍𝐞𝐰𝐦𝐚𝐧, 𝐩𝐫𝐚𝐲 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐮𝐬.

07/10/2025

𝐎𝐜𝐭𝐨𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝟕—𝐅𝐞𝐚𝐬𝐭 𝐃𝐚𝐲 𝐨𝐟 𝐎𝐮𝐫 𝐋𝐚𝐝𝐲 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐌𝐨𝐬𝐭 𝐇𝐨𝐥𝐲 𝐑𝐨𝐬𝐚𝐫𝐲

The commemoration of Our Lady of the Most Holy Rosary’s feast day took place on a particular naval victory during the 16th century. During this battle, Europeans successfully resisted Turkish invasion by Pope Pius V’s encouragement of praying the Holy Rosary throughout Europe. It is reported that more than 200 ships prayed the Rosary in preparation for the battle, as well as Christians who were fighting on the mainland of Europe. Their hardfought battle and dedication to the Intercession of the Blessed Virgin Mary was shown after the battle when more than 200 of the Turkish ships were captured or sunk.

This day was then remembered as the Feast of Our Lady of Victory in 1571. Two years later, Pope Gregory XIII changed the name to the Feast of Our Lady of Rosary, while Saint Pius X moved the date to October 7 in 1913.

This heroic divine intervention of our Blessed Virgin Mother reminds us that Mother Mary is always there to lend a helping hand that leads us closer to Jesus. One of these ways is the rosary—a simple and intimate repetition of words that help us contemplate God’s mysteries. Through this, we gain an understanding that Jesus and Mary accompany us through the joys and sorrows of life.

𝐎𝐮𝐫 𝐋𝐚𝐝𝐲 𝐨𝐟 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐌𝐨𝐬𝐭 𝐇𝐨𝐥𝐲 𝐑𝐨𝐬𝐚𝐫𝐲, 𝐩𝐫𝐚𝐲 𝐟𝐨𝐫 𝐮𝐬.

05/10/2025

𝐎𝐜𝐭𝐨𝐛𝐞𝐫 𝟓, 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟓—𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐥𝐝 𝐓𝐞𝐚𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐃𝐚𝐲

Today, we honor our teachers for their hard work and dedication in teaching and nurturing students around the world. Celebrating this special day means recognizing the vital role that teachers play in shaping young minds, building communities, and contributing to the development of society.

The 𝘑𝘰𝘴𝘦𝘱𝘩𝘪𝘢𝘯 𝘋𝘪𝘢𝘥𝘦𝘮 also extends its deepest gratitude to the teachers and personnel who continue to guide the Josephians everyday. Thank you for being the instrument that helps the student to achieve greater and better things in life.

Like Christ, the greatest teacher of all, may every teacher continue to nurture love and care for everyone they teach.

𝐇𝐚𝐩𝐩𝐲 𝐖𝐨𝐫𝐥𝐝 𝐓𝐞𝐚𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐫𝐬 𝐃𝐚𝐲! 📚

Written by: Bianca Tuazon
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