The Feast of the Magi, also known as “Epiphany,” comes from the Greek word “epiphainen,” meaning “to reveal,” “to show forth,” or “to uncover.” It commemorates the visit of the Magi to the child Jesus, symbolizing the manifestation of Christ to the Gentiles. Traditionally celebrated on January 6 by the Roman Catholic Church, the feast may be moved, at the discretion of the local Church, to the first Sunday after January 1, following the Solemnity of Mary, Mother of God.

“Magi,” the Christmas 2024 celebration at the St. Peter Faber Corridor of the Loyola Retreat House – Spirituality and Art Center Angono (LRH-SACA), is presented by Penshoppe Art Gallery in collaboration with Angkla Art Gallery of Angono. At its heart is a resin sculpture of the Three Magi, beautifully painted by 60 artists from the Laguna Lakeshore. Many of these artists also crafted and painted the images of Jesus, Mary, and Joseph, forming the foundation of LRH-SACA’s evolving Nativity set. With the addition of the Magi, the crèche continues to grow, eventually featuring over a dozen figures to create a complete and richly detailed depiction of the Nativity scene.

This Advent, may the journey of the Magi, guided by faith and leading to the light of Christ, inspire us all. May their story fill our hearts with peace, love, and hope.

Join us this Sunday, December 8, as we launch the “Magi” exhibit with a Thanksgiving Mass at 4PM to be presided by Rev. Father Rene Javellana, SJ. See you all at the Chapel of the Risen Lord of LRH-SACA.

Artists:
Rona Acueza
Dolpee Alcantara
Noli Alejandro
Bong Anore
Cecille Artillaga
Bernardo Balagtas
Grets Balajadia
Mark Joseph Beloria
Aaron Bautista
Vanessa Bautista
Marko Bello
Dino Blanco
Joy Blanco
Michael Blanco
Norman Francis Blanco
Odette Cagandahan
Cesar Cardel, Jr.
Jerome Castillo
Ed Castor
Kathy Concepcion
Allan Cruz
Joy Vocalan Cruz
Pia Dacanay
Fr. Munching De Guzman, SJ
Christina Mae De Mesa
Danny Rayos Del Sol
Ovidio Espiritu III
Gian Paolo Francisco
Mark Francisco
Totong Francisco
C.A. Castillo Fuentes
Paolo Castillo Fuentes
Soleil Castillo Fuentes
Sarah Geneblazo
Rosalie Vitor Gonzales
Fr. Rene Javellana, SJ
Gejo Jimenez
Haidee Juban
Reggie Lim
LV Lotus
Jao Mapa
Alexander Medina
Pol Mesina, Jr.
Hazel Miranda
Kaz Motoda Michael Ong
Archt. Elias Pernecita
Rey Punelas
Jun Quinton
Melvin Quitasol
Inang Elvira Santos
Manong Jon Santos
Kim Sison
Bernie Supsupin
Tristan Tiamson
Rene Tolentino
Sean Winston Ulang
Charlie Val
Sheldon Villanueva
Menchie Vitente
Lucila Gragera Zara