Pilgrims of Hope: SSC-R Employees Embark on a Spiritual Journey in Ilocos

SSC-R employees gathered at Saint Andrew the Apostle Parish for a group photo.
To commemorate the Jubilee Year 2025, employees of San Sebastian College Manila (SSC-R) embarked on a two-day pilgrimage in the Ilocos Region from January 30 to 31, 2025. During this journey, they explored some of the region’s most beautiful churches in Ilocos Sur and Ilocos Norte. The event was organized by the Campus Ministry Office in collaboration with the Human Resource Development Center and other departments.
Among the churches visited were San Nicolas Church, St. William’s Cathedral, St. Andrew of the Apostle Parish, Our Lady of Lourdes Parish, San Agustin Parish Church, the Shrine of Virgen La Milagrosa de Badoc, the Metropolitan Cathedral of St. Paul, and Our Lady of Assumption Parish.
SSC-R pilgrims posed for a group photo in front of the majestic bell tower of Saint Andrew the Apostle Church (also known as Baccara Church) in Ilocos Sur
Throughout their visits, the SSC-R pilgrims took time for prayer and reflection, gaining insights into the history and significance of these sacred sites. During breaks, the employees fostered camaraderie by exploring the renowned Calle Crisologo in Vigan City, where they sampled local delicacies and purchased souvenirs.
SSC-R pilgrims taking a moment of silence and prayer at the Saint Andrew the Apostle Church