Province of Santo Niño de Cebu - Philippines

The Augustinians are the pioneering missionaries in the Philippines, who arrived in the country from Spain and Mexico in 1565 and established the Provincia Agustiniana del Santísimo Nombre de Jesús de Filipinas in 1575. Eventually after 418 years, a Filipino Province, Augustinian Province of Santo Niño de Cebu – Philippines, was canonically established in 1983 to continue the Augustinian spirit of service to the Catholic Church in the Philippines.

What we do

1

Pastoral Apostolate

The Province administers eleven parishes and shrines and two spirituality centers in the Philippines.

2

Education Apostolate

There are six schools from primary to tertiary education providing Augustinian quality of service.

3

Seminary Formation

Aspiring Augustinians live the charism of the Order in our three seminaries undergoing the different stages of formation.

4

Missions Abroad

Fostering faith and unity globally as missionaries, pastors, and students, connecting with diverse cultures and communities.

Latest Updates

A Book Born from Faith and Heritage: Msgr. Ancajas’ Second Book is in the Works!

Something meaningful is taking shape. Monsignor Agustin Ancajas, Chair of the Cebu Archdiocesan...

Young Faithful Receive the Sacraments of Confirmation and First Holy Communion

On February 28, 2026, two milestones of faith were celebrated at the Mother of Good Counsel Parish...

𝐁𝐮𝐢𝐥𝐝𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐅𝐮𝐭𝐮𝐫𝐞, 𝐑𝐨𝐨𝐭𝐞𝐝 𝐢𝐧 𝐅𝐚𝐢𝐭𝐡

A significant milestone marked the 41st Founding Anniversary celebration as the groundbreaking...

Province's Initiatives

About PADO

PADO is the philanthropic office of the Province and is registered to the DSWD, SEC, and PCNC.

SMCC

Santa Monica Credit Cooperative is accredited by CDA , whose membership provides credit.

SNPH

Santo Niño Publishing House is one of the arm of the PADO that provides publications for the Province.

SNAF

Santo Niño Augustinian Development Foundation, Inc. is the justice, peace and integrity of creation arm of the Province.

Be an Augustinian

Discerning to serve our Lord Jesus Christ as an Augustinian? Reach out to your nearest local director of vocations to guide you in the process.