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Together, We Can Shine God's Light!

Now is the time to make a difference that echoes into eternity. Join hands with the Alagad ni Maria Community in building a future filled with faith, hope, and love—one young heart at a time.

Why We Need Your Support

The journey of transforming young lives requires more than dedication; it needs resources, people, and unwavering support. By donating to the Religious Institute of the Alagad ni Maria, you directly empower our priests, brothers, and seminarians to continue their vital ministries.

Your contribution helps us:

Support the Formation of Seminarians and Priests

Your generosity ensures that those answering God's call to serve receive proper theological education and spiritual formation.

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Sustain Apostolic Missions in the Philippines

Your gift allows us to continue our life-changing outreach through Samahang Likha Para sa Kabataan ng Ating Bayan—our mission-driven initiative that gathers students in public high schools to cultivate values-based leadership, holistic personal growth, and a lifelong commitment to promoting moral and spiritual integrity.

Host Spiritual Retreats and Events for Communities, Schools, and Companies

Your support enriches the retreat experiences we offer, providing transformative encounters that renew faith, strengthen bonds, and bring souls closer to God.

Be a Part of Our Mission

We believe that together, we can fulfill the divine mandate to nurture the youth as the gems of God's Kingdom. Inspired by Mary's unwavering faith, we strive to enlighten the conscience of future generations and draw the world closer to Christ, standing with Mary at the foot of the Cross.

Will you help us continue this sacred mission?

By becoming a sponsor or by making a donation, you sow into a legacy of faith and transformation. Whether a one-time gift or ongoing support, every act of generosity strengthens our community's ability to shape young lives with God's enduring truth.

Donate Financially

Your gift helps fund the formation of priests and the continuation of youth-centered apostolates.

Sponsor a Mission

Help us expand our reach into more schools and communities

Partner with Us for

Retreats and Events

Enrich your school or workplace with spiritually nourishing programs facilitated by our dedicated team.

"Train the young in the way they should go; even when old, they will not swerve from it." - Proverbs 22:6

For over 35 years, the Alagad ni Maria (AM) Community has been devoted to its mission of bringing God's light into the lives of the youth. Founded with the guiding spirit of Mary, the faithful disciple, our community of priests and brothers is bound by the calling to serve, inspire, and transform young hearts into passionate followers of Christ.

Today, as we celebrate our 35th anniversary, we humbly invite you to become a beacon of hope by joining our mission to nurture the next generation of faithful disciples. Together, we can plant seeds of faith, love, and values that will flourish for years to come.

Daily Reflections

Daily Gospel

Mark 8: 27-33

Jesus set out with his disciples for the villages around Caesarea Philippi; and on the way he asked them, “Who do people say I am?” And they told him, “Some say, you are John the Baptist; others say, you are Elijah or one of the prophets.”

Then Jesus asked them, “But you, who do you say I am?” Peter answered, “You are the Messiah.” And he ordered them not to tell anyone about him.

Jesus then began to teach them that the Son of Man had to suffer many things and be rejected by the elders, the chief priests and the teachers of the law. He would be killed, and after three days’ rise again. Jesus said all this quite openly, so that Peter took him aside and began to protest strongly. But Jesus, turning around, and looking at his disciples, rebuked Peter, saying, “Get behind me, Satan! You are thinking not as God does, but as people do.”

Reflection Question:
Who is Jesus in your life, and how can you trust in His plan even when it challenges your understanding?

Reflection from Br. Br. John Paolo Magtibay, AM

Daily Saints

St. Michael the Archangel

Feast Day: September 29

Patron: of grocers, soldiers, doctors, mariners, paratroopers, police, and sickness

Prayer:

St. Michael the Archangel,
defend us in battle.
Be our defense against the wickedness and snares of the Devil.
May God rebuke him, we humbly pray,
and do thou,
O Prince of the heavenly hosts,
by the power of God,
thrust into hell Satan,
and all the evil spirits,
who prowl about the world
seeking the ruin of souls. Amen. .

O glorious prince St. Michael,
chief and commander of the heavenly hosts,
guardian of souls, vanquisher of rebel spirits,
servant in the house of the Divine King
and our admirable conductor,
you who shine with excellence
and superhuman virtue deliver us from all evil,
who turn to you with confidence
and enable us by your gracious protection
to serve God more and more faithfully every day.

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Holidays and Festivals

Solemnity of Mary, Mother of God

Date: Wednesday, January 1, 2025

General Description:
The Solemnity of Mary, Mother of God, celebrated on January 1, honors Mary’s divine motherhood. As the Theotokos, or "God-bearer," she played a vital role in the mystery of salvation. This solemnity invites us to reflect on her faith, obedience, and love, which made her the perfect vessel for bringing Christ into the world.

Biblical Significance:
This feast highlights Mary’s role in God’s plan, fulfilling the prophecy of Isaiah 7:14: "Behold, the virgin shall conceive and bear a son." The Church proclaims her as the Mother of God, affirming Jesus' divine and human nature.

Spiritual Reflection:
As we begin the new year, the Solemnity of Mary, Mother of God, reminds us to seek her intercession and guidance. Just as she nurtured Jesus, she continues to watch over the Church, leading us closer to her Son.

🌿 GOSPEL REFLECTION – April 6, 2025
John 8:1–11 | “Neither do I condemn you.”

In a world quick to judge, Jesus invites us to look inward first. 🪞
Br. Anthony Antonino, AM, reflects on today’s Gospel where a woman, condemned by many, is met instead by Jesus' mercy.

This Holy Week, let’s pause:
🔹 Are we quick to condemn others?
🔹 Or are we willing to forgive, like Christ forgave?

🙌 Mercy is more powerful than judgment.