Newsletter 2026 April
April 2026 vol.5
Chaplain’s Corner
Easter People on the Move: Hope & Resurrection
Easter is not only a feast we celebrate once a year. It is a way of life. It is an invitation to become Easter people—people who carry hope, even in the midst of uncertainty; people who believe that after suffering, new life will always come.
Many of us are truly “people on the move.” We left our homes, families, and familiar surroundings, carrying with us both dreams and struggles. There are moments of loneliness, misunderstanding, homesickness, and even failure. Yet, in the light of Easter, we begin to see these not as endings—but as beginnings.
The Resurrection teaches us that God can bring life out of what seems lost. We can already see signs of this new life. We see it in families who continue to stay strong despite distance and sacrifice. We see it in individuals who found new opportunities after difficult starts. We see it in our gatherings—when we pray, sing, and celebrate together. These are our “resurrection moments.”
Perhaps the question for us this Easter is simple but deep: Where do I see new life in my own journey? Maybe new life is found in forgiveness, in a second chance, in renewed faith after a time of doubt, in the courage to begin again.
We continue to grow—not because everything is perfect, but because we allow God to transform our struggles into grace. So let us move forward as Easter people: with hope in our hearts, with faith that God is at work, and with the courage to begin again. May this Easter season renew our strength, deepen our faith, and unite us more as one family.
Christ is risen—He is truly risen!
With prayers and blessings,
- Fr. Simon Eric Boiser, SVD
Regular Church Events
First Week Devotional Masses
Notice: Weekday Mass Schedule (May–August 2026)
Please note that there will be no Masses on the 1st Wednesdays, 1st Fridays, and 1st Saturdays from May until August, due to our chaplain’s duty-bound absence during these months. The regular schedule of these weekday Masses will resume in September.
The Marian devotees are encouraged to continue praying their novenas on these days. You are also welcome to join the evening Masses at 6:00 pm on Fridays and Saturdays.
Thank you very much for your understanding and continued support.
Sunday Mass
Celebrate with us every Sunday:
2:30 PM: Adoration
3:00 PM: Rosary
3:30 PM: Mass
Blessing Schedule
Our community comes together after the mass for special blessings throughout the month. Join us for these meaningful celebrations:
April 5
Birthdays - every 1st Sunday
April 12
Wedding and anniversaries - every 2nd Sunday
April 19
Religious Items - every 3rd Sunday
April 26
Healing Prayer - every 4th Sunday
Sacramental Services
For baptism inquiry, please get in touch with Minda Moaje Barth
Confession, Private Blessings, and Marriage Counselling
Please get in touch with Fr. Simon Boiser:
e-mail: simonsvd@gmail.com
mobile: +49 172 6860 147
Catechism Schedule for First Communicants
The catechism sessions for our First Communicants will continue in the month of February 2026. Parents and children are kindly reminded of the following schedule:
Time: 2:30–3:15 p.m.
Venue: Prayer Room of the Jugendheim
Schedule and Topics:
April 12 – Living as a Catholic.
An introduction to what it means to live our faith daily—following Jesus, practicing love of neighbor, and growing in prayer and Christian values.
April 26 – Sacrament of Reconciliation
A deeper understanding of God’s mercy through confession—learning about forgiveness, repentance, and preparing to receive this sacrament with trust and sincerity.
We encourage parents to support their children by ensuring regular attendance and by praying together at home as part of their preparation for First Holy Communion.
Children’s Catechism
The Children’s Catechism classes are held every second and last Sunday of the month, during the Sunday Mass. These sessions help children grow in faith through age-appropriate lessons, prayer, and reflection.
Time: 3:30–4:15 p.m.
Venue: Prayer Room of the Jugendheim
Schedule and Topics:
April 12 - “Jesus Brings Peace” (John 20:19–31)
Jesus appears to His disciples and greets them with peace. Children learn that Jesus comes to us even when we are afraid and fills our hearts with His peace.
April 26 – “Listening to Jesus’ Voice” (John 10:1–10)
The sheep recognize the shepherd’s voice. Children are invited to listen to Jesus through prayer, the Bible, and by choosing what is good and right.
Parents are kindly encouraged to support their children’s faith journey by ensuring regular participation.
Walking the Way of the Cross: Highlights from This Year’s Passion Play
Passion Play – Now Online!
Relive our Passion Play on Palm Sunday (March 29, 2026) through these videos on our FB page “Pinoy sa Bayernallee”:
🔹 Cast & Behind the Scenes:
https://www.facebook.com/share/v/1DumSxiRQT/
🔹 Scenes from the Play:
https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1DoURuGu16/
Thank you to all who made this beautiful and prayerful presentation possible.
Upcoming Church Events
April 13-19 2026
2nd Meeting of Filipino Chaplains in Northern and Central Europe
From April 13 to 17, 2026, Berlin will host the Second Pastoral Meeting of Filipino Chaplains serving in Northern and Central Europe. This important gathering brings together priests and religious ministers who serve Filipino migrant communities across the region.
The meeting aims to strengthen coordination, collaboration, and mutual support among Filipino ministers. It will offer a valuable opportunity to share pastoral experiences and reflect on the realities of Filipino migrants in different countries, to discuss common pastoral concerns and emerging needs, and to deepen fraternal communion among priests and religious. At the same time, the participants will explore ways of strengthening their mission in closer partnership with local dioceses and Church institutions.
A highlight of the gathering will be the celebration of the Holy Mass on Tuesday, April 14 at 6:00 pm, presided over by Socrates Mesiona, Chairman of the CBCP Episcopal Commission on Migrants and Itinerant People. He will be joined by chaplains from Sweden, Finland, Denmark, the Netherlands, Belgium, France, Switzerland, the Czech Republic, Hungary, and Germany. The Filipino Chorale will provide music during the Mass. After the Mass, everyone is warmly invited to a fellowship, offering a wonderful opportunity to meet the bishop and the visiting priests.
Bishop Mesiona will also celebrate the Sunday Mass on April 19 at 3:30 pm with the Filipino Catholic Community in Berlin. All are warmly invited to take part in these celebrations.
As part of the program, the chaplains will also meet with Maria Teresa T. Almojuela and the Embassy staff. The meeting is expected to include discussions on the situation of Filipino migrants in the region and on strengthening cooperation between the Church and Philippine diplomatic missions.
We invite everyone to keep this meeting in your prayers, that it may bear fruit for the mission of the Church and the pastoral care of Filipino migrants throughout Europe.
April 23 2026
Meeting of the Representatives of the English-Speaking Mission
All representatives of the English-Speaking Mission, as well as members of the pastoral team, are invited to a meeting on Thursday, April 23 at 7:00 pm at the Jugendheim in Bayernallee.
This gathering provides an opportunity to share updates, discuss ongoing activities, and strengthen coordination among the different groups and ministries.
Your presence and participation are highly appreciated as we continue to build a vibrant and united community.
April 25 2026
Patronal Feast “Christ the Resurrection”
You are warmly invited to celebrate our Patronal Feast “Christ the Resurrection” on Saturday, April 25 at 6:00 pm in Heilig Geist Parish.
Our name is also our mission. The Resurrection of Christ reminds us that new life is always possible and calls us to bring hope, light, and faith into our daily lives and communities.
We will celebrate this special occasion with a festive Holy Mass, with the Filipino Chorale joining in singing, followed by a time of fellowship.
Everyone is welcome—young and old, parish members and guests alike. Come and celebrate with us!
April and May 2026 - Ongoing Formation in Faith and Spirituality
Basic Formation on the Creed of the Catholic Church
Basic Formation on the Creed of the Catholic Church
Our CREED Formation Program continues to invite adult Catholics to deepen their understanding of the faith and grow spiritually through a more conscious and meaningful profession of the Creed.
Upcoming Sessions:
Session 3 – April 26 (10:00 AM – 12:00 NN, via Zoom with Fr. Manny)
• The Fall and Original Sin – Reflecting on Genesis, we explore humanity’s fall through temptation and its consequences in our lives today.
• Soteriology (The Promise of Salvation) – Discover God’s enduring love and His plan of redemption, first revealed in Genesis 3:15.
Session 4 – May 17 (9:00 AM – 11:30 AM) & May 18 (6:00 PM – 8:00 PM, in-person with Fr. Manny)
• Christology (The Study of Christ) – Journey through the life and mission of Jesus Christ, from His Incarnation to the beginning of His public ministry, and encounter the fullness of God’s love revealed in Him.
All are welcome!
If you wish to join or know more about the program, please contact:
Mrs. Liberty Tanangco
Email: ltanangco@hotmail.com
Mobile: +49 1512 9182526
Come and grow deeper in faith as we journey together in understanding and living out the Creed.
May 2026
MAY EVENTS
Flores de Mayo
2:45 pm before the Holy Mass
Santo Niño Pilgrimage to Prague
Sunday, May 3
Bus departure: 6:00 am (Preussenallee/Bayernallee)
Holy Mass at 2:00 pm in Prague
Mother’s Day Celebration
Sunday, May 10
Men’s Choir and program after fellowship
Marian Pilgrimage – Monastery Stiepel, Bochum
Saturday, May 16
Holy Mass at 10:00 am
Penitential Service, Confession & Adoration at 1:00 pm
Marian Procession at 3:00 pm
First Communion Celebration (Pentecost)
Sunday, May 24
Nacht der Offenen Kirche
Sunday, May 24 at 6:00 pm
The Feast Choir will sing in St. Canisius
Santa Cruzan
Sunday, May 31
Holy Mass at 3:00 pm
Procession at 4:00 pm
June 2026
June EVENTS
Fronleichnam/ Corpus Christi
Thursday, June 4
Bebelsplatz, St. Hedwig Cathedral
Holy Mass at 6:00 pm
Procession at 7:00 pm
Filipino Food stand
Family Day of the Phil. Community
Saturday, June 13
Warnemünde, Rostock
Holy Mass in chapel „Maria Meeresstern“ at 11:00 am
Lunch & games at the beach
Marian Pilgrimage – Monastery Stiepel, Bochum
Saturday, May 16
Holy Mass at 10:00 am
Penitential Service, Confession & Adoration at 1:00 pm
Marian Procession at 3:00 pm
Plenary Council Meeting
Sunday, June 14
Parish Hall after the Mass & Fellowship
Pfarrgemeindefest Heilig-Geist
Sunday, June 28
German & Phil. Food Stand, Cultural Program
Upcoming Community Events
NOTICE OF RESUMPTION OF OVERSEAS VOTER REGISTRATION
Registration Period: 01 December 2025 to 30 September 2027
Filipinos in Germany are informed that the Overseas Voters Registration for the 2028 National and Local Elections has already resumed. If you wish to register, transfer registration records, correct entries (e.g., civil status, name, birthdate), reactivate records, and change address, please file your registration application with any of the following registration sites:
Philippine Embassy in Berlin
Philippine Consulate General in Frankfurt
To register, submit your duly accomplished Overseas Voting Form 1 (OVF 1) and have your biometrics (finger print, photo, signature) taken to complete the registration process.
Alternatively, you may pre-fill out OVF 1 via the iRehistro through link https://irehistro.comelec.gov.ph/ovf1. After encoding all the needed information, please save a copy of the iRehistro-generated PDF file (2 pages, last page with 4 QR codes) and print. Bring the printed accomplished form to your chosen registration site for onward processing.
Missionary Families for Christ
Every Wednesday: Online Virtual Intercessory Prayer
April 24: General Prayer Assembly
Shalom Community / Tinig Shalom
April 19 at 3:30 pm: Tinig Shalom Choir Service
Shalom Prayer Meeting after the mass starts at 5:30-7:30 pm in the Jugendheim
Loved Flock
April 12 & 19: Prayer Meeting
April 26: Music Ministry sing in the Holy Mass, Practice at 1:00 pm
San Pedro Calungsod Devotees
April 14: Novena at 5:00 pm and Thanksgiving Mass at 6:00 pm
Bible Sharing Group & SVD-Lay Partners
April 9: Walk for Priests (9:00 am), from Saint Christopher, Neukölln to Maria Frieden, Tempelhof
April 10 at 6:00 pm: Mass with the German community; 7:00 pm: Dinner meeting of the SVD Lay Partners
April 15: Mother of Sorrows Devotees – 3:30 pm: Mother of Sorrows prayer meeting at Rosenkranz Basilica
April 15: SVD Lay Partners – 6:00 pm: Online Missiology course at Holy Spirit Parish, Prayer Room ; Theme: “Prophetic Dialogue and Characteristic Dimensions of SVD Mission” by Fr. Franz Helm
April 25: Servants of the Word – 2:00 pm: Prayer meeting, catechism reading, Bible sharing, adoration, and Holy Mass
April 30: Catholic Workers Movement – 6:00 pm: Anticipated Mass in honor of St. Joseph the Worker at All Saints Catholic Church. Please register if you would like to join the group trip.
April Birthday Celebrants
Dolores Scherlerm, Leo Paul Wensch
Maria Kormann, Edna Manalo, Marynelle Pietzko
Vieto Pilapil, Nelson Jaralve, Jr.
Mila Schade, Bulawan Callanta, Adrian Jörg Beug
Angie B. Peters
Cristina Magtibay, Eden Chua
Bernd-Dieter Militz, Tiara Isabel Magana
Venice Marie Delantar
Zoie Orteza, Jada-Love Lubega Balemezi
Oliver Lohrberg
Kevin Schönfeld, Jerah May Redado
Lewis Elijah Schütz
Karen Caneda Miyaki
Princess Rosita
Emy Brandeis, Girlie Orteza, Sven Reinicke
Jeanelle Rose Iladia
Linda Glawe
Minda Barth, Alexandra Dzewas
Laura Geißler, Rajah Agana
Christine Didner, Lorelie Salvador
Vito Cantolino, Adrian Michael Lohrberg, Franz-Josef Schmidt
Dave Schulz, Gigi Malaca, Maureen Ann Belen, Chloe Jane Scherler
Tyra Lalaine Hontiveros, Doris Perez
Andrea Bosch
Fe Gerber
Rebecca Reinig, Andre Harder, Rica Senagan
If you wish to be part of our birthday celebrants, feel free to register and reach out to any of the pastoral team members.
If you would like to support our church with a donation, please send your contribution to the following bank details:
Bankverbindung: Erzbistum Berlin Phililpp. Gemeinde Bayernallee
IBAN: DE06 3706 0193 6001 4610 18
BIC: GENODEDIPAX
Kontonummer: 6001 461 018
BLZ: 37060193 (Pax-Bank eG)
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Philippine Catholic Community in Berlin
Bayernallee 28, 14052 Berlin
Germany