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With prayers and a shared spirit of service, the Bridgetine community gathered for the celebration of Flores de Mayo on May 28, 2026, at St. Bridget College, Batangas City. Dwelling on the theme “Pagkakaisa sa Komunidad,” the program began with a reflection led by Ms. Lea Castillo, SHS faculty. She shared the everyday challenges people experience and how faith, prayer, and service continue to bring the community together. She also emphasized that being Bridgetines means becoming instruments of love and hope to others through simple acts of kindness and service. This was followed by the opening song, “Araw-araw kay Maria,” and the reading of the Word of God from Acts… Read More

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St. Bridget College formally concluded School Year 2025–2026 with a meaningful year-end assembly on May 21, 2026, at the Manuela Q. Pastor Auditorium. Guided by the theme “Synodal Journey: Embracing Memories, Celebrating Milestones Together,” the event brought the Bridgetine community together to look back on a year of shared growth and success. The program began with a prayer service led by Mrs. Ma. Socorro Lalap, Center for Formation and Praxis Officer, followed by the singing of the national anthem. To break the ice and energize the audience, attendees participated in an interactive event. Shortly after, Dr. Amor Borbon, Quality Assurance Officer, delivered the welcome message, highlighting how the year’s collective… Read More

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With the theme “Compassion in Action: Continuing the Mission of the Good Shepherd,” all Partners in Mission of St. Bridget College, together with the Religious of the Good Shepherd (RGS) sisters, joyfully celebrated the Feast Day of RGS Foundress St. Mary Euphrasia Pelletier from April 21 to 24, 2026. The four-day celebration served not only as a remembrance of the life and legacy of St. Mary Euphrasia but also as a renewed call to embody her charism through concrete acts of love and service. As one faith-filled community, participants expressed their shared mission through liturgical celebrations, outreach programs, environmental initiatives, and communal activities held during the Triduum on April 21–23… Read More

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Bridgetine partners in mission, together with the Religious of the Good Shepherd (RGS) Sisters, participated in the Lenten Activities for Employees at St. Bridget College, Batangas City, March 30, 2026. The whole-day day event brought the administrators, faculty, staff together for prayer, recollection, the celebration of the Holy Eucharist and Seven Last Words reflection. The day began with the Station of the Cross procession that started at the SME driveway and proceeded through several areas in the St. Bridget College campus, concluding at the SBC chapel. The meditative walk invited participants to accompany Christ’s journey with prayer and quiet reflection. Following the procession, a Lenten recollection was facilitated by Rev.… Read More

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Guided by this year’s Founding Anniversary theme, “Embracing Heritage, Building Connections, Sharing Dreams,” St. Bridget College Batangas marked a historic moment on February 4 with the solemn blessing of its newly established Heritage Center – one of the key highlights of its 113th year celebration. Unlike a traditional single‑site ceremony, the blessing unfolded in a processional, stop‑and‑explore format. Sr. Ma. Ananita Borbon, RGS, PhD, College President, led the prayer and blessing in every section, assisted by Mrs. Maria Soccoro Lalap, Center for Formation and Praxis (CFP) Officer. Dr. Imelda B. Vergara, Institutional Research Planning and Publication (IRPP) Officer, serving as museum guide, provided clear and engaging explanations of the artifacts… Read More

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As 2026 unfolded and the School Year 2025–2026 reached its halfway through, the faculty and staff of St. Bridget College gathered for the Institutional Mid-Year Assembly on January 9, 2026, at the Manuela Q. Pastor Auditorium. This year’s theme, “Celebrating Our Story: Halfway Through and Beyond,” highlighted reflection on achievements and recognition of service. The program formally began with a prayer service led by Mrs. Ma. Socorro Lalap, Center for Formation and Praxis Officer, together with Sr. Ma. Añanita Borbon, RGS, PhD, college president, and the Executive Committee members. In the prayer offering, a parade of lights was done as an invitation to reflect on God’s constant presence in leadership,… Read More

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Through nurturing a strong research culture, encouraging student-led research, and creating meaningful opportunities that drive positive change for the future, St. Bridget College, Batangas City, in collaboration with participating schools, conducted Student Research Forum 2026 at Sr. Mary Clare Morrisey Hall on December 11, 2025.  Under the theme “Carving Pathways for Progress through Student Research,” the forum provided a platform for Senior High School and College students from  St. Bridget College and other participating schools to showcase their research studies across a variety of topics.  The presentations were held in concurrent sessions, allowing students to share their findings, engage in meaningful discussions, and address inquiries from the panel of judges.  The event commenced with a keynote speech delivered by… Read More

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No to violence. Yes to love and dignity!   This was the powerful message that resonated throughout the launching of the 18-Day Campaign to End Violence Against Women and Children (VAWC) that St. Bridget College and Commission on Pastoral Care for Women and Children (CPCWC) organized at the St. Bridget College Gymnasium, St. Bridget College, Batangas City, Nov. 25, 2025.    With the theme, ‘VAW Bigyang Wakas. Ngayon na ang Oras.,’ the event highlighted the importance of awareness, advocacy, and community-driven action in protecting women and children. The half-day event culminated with the Celebration of the Holy Eucharist, with mass presider Rev. Fr. Angel Marcelo Pastor, together with Rev. Fr. Carlos Coloso. … Read More

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St. Bridget College, Batangas, in its continuing mission to ensure the safety and welfare of its community, joined hands with the City Disaster Risk Reduction and Management Office (CDRRMO) for a Disaster Preparedness Training for Partners in Mission held on October 16, 2025 at the Sr. Clare Morrisey Hall, St. Bridget College, Batangas City. The training aimed to build awareness and readiness among faculty and staff, equipping them with knowledge and confidence to respond effectively during emergencies. The program opened with an inspiring message from Sr. Ma. Añanita A. Borbon, RGS, PhD, College President, who shared her personal experience during an earthquake. She emphasized the significance of institutional readiness, not… Read More

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“Because the poor are plundered and the needy groan, I will arise, says the Lord.” Echoing the powerful message from Psalm 12:5A, this proclamation of St. Bridget College, Inc. and the Religious of the Good Shepherd set the stage for a Prayer Rally against Corruption, coinciding with the Feast of Our Lady of the Rosary, Oct. 7, 2025. Uniting the community in a common cause, the event brought together various schools, clergy, civic organizations, and religious groups from across Batangas City. The Basilica of the Immaculate Conception joined as a partner in this initiative, further strengthening the collective commitment to address corruption. The rally commenced with a Eucharistic Celebration held… Read More

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