Magarao is the fourth class municipality in the province of Camarines Sur, Philippines.
HISTORY
Magarao derived its name from a species of thorny wild bush called "garao-garao" which abundantly grows in the area. This type of plant no longer exists today as it was believed that the inhabitants of Magarao hindered its growth and propagation because of its thorny appearance.
It was a group of Franciscan missionaries who founded the town in 1570 although missionary work continued only in the year 1690.
ECONOMY
At present, Magarao belongs to the fifth class municipality although there are improvements being made by the local government to hasten its developmental stage. The town, through the initiative of its local officials, allows its constituents to engage into worthwhile activities by providing for them training and seminar workshops on various livelihood projects like ceramics training, papermaking, handicrafts and other community-based industries.
This was made possible due to the combined efforts made by the local government of Magarao and the provincial government of Camarines Sur through the Provincial Livelihood Training, Research and Development Program. PLTRD is geared towards providing community-based industries, identifying projects for product development and skills training and also conducting seminar and workshops for the various livelihood projects.
The residents of Magarao has immersed themselves in opportunities which would not just serve benefits for them but would obviously boost their town's economic condition.
ST. ANNE PARISH MAGARAO
St. Anne Parish is our very own church as a sign of faithfulness of every people living inside magarao. We commemorate different events in the church as we pave the way of realizing our purpose- which is to seek the kingdom of God above all.
The Life of Saint Ann
The name 'Anne' derives from Hebrew. 'Hannah' meaning 'grace.
Tradition refers to St. Ann as being the mother of Virgin Mary. Although not written of in the Bible, Ann is given credence in the non-biblical gospel of James.
Saint Ann was born in Bethlehem and married Joachim from Nazareth in Galilee. Joachim was a shepherd given the task of supplying the temple of Jerusalem with sheep for sacrifices.
After twenty years of marriage Ann and Joachim had no children. Once, when Joachim overheard ridicule because of their childless state, he is said to have gone into the desert to plead with God to give them a child. After a time of fasting an angel appeared to assure Joachim he and Ann would be given a child they were to name Mary and dedicate to God.
In the meantime Saint Anne wondered where her husband had gone and in her despair at having been barren she prayed while she watched newborn birds in their nests in her garden. She cried out, "Why was I born, Lord?" That is when angel appeared to tell her she would soon give birth to a daughter she was to name Mary. The story continues with Ann and Joachim's joyous reunion at the golden gate of Jerusalem.
After her birth Ann and Joachim dedicated Mary to God at the temple of Jerusalem and she spent much of her childhood there. When Mary was fourteen they betrothed her to Joseph of Nazareth and so Mary's story continues with the birth of her son, Jesus, and his life on earth.
The life of Saint Ann and her connection as holy mother of Mary and grandmother of Jesus was very popular to early Christians. In the year 550 a church was built in honor
of St. Anne in Jerusalem. It is believed to be near where Anne, Joachim and Mary lived.
Since the Seventh Century the Greek and Russian Churches have celebrated feasts honoring St. Joachim and St. Ann. The Western Churches began to celebrate the feast of St. Anne in the Sixteenth Century.
The feast of St. Ann is July 26th (western) or July 25th (eastern calendar). There is no mention of Ann in the New Testament. The story of St. Ann comes chiefly from the Protoevangelium of James which only dated back to the second century.
St. Ann, patron saint of mothers and women in labor and minors, is symbolized by Mary in her lap holding the infant Jesus.
The life of Saint Ann and her connection as holy mother of Mary and grandmother of Jesus was very popular to early Christians. In the year 550 a church was built in honor
of St. Anne in Jerusalem. It is believed to be near where Anne, Joachim and Mary lived.
Since the Seventh Century the Greek and Russian Churches have celebrated feasts honoring St. Joachim and St. Ann. The Western Churches began to celebrate the feast of St. Anne in the Sixteenth Century.
The feast of St. Ann is July 26th (western) or July 25th (eastern calendar). There is no mention of Ann in the New Testament. The story of St. Ann comes chiefly from the Protoevangelium of James which only dated back to the second century.
St. Ann, patron saint of mothers and women in labor and minors, is symbolized by Mary in her lap holding the infant Jesus.
I am proud that indeed we instill into our hearts the true meaning of life's existence by showing our deep faith and devotion to our very own saint believing that she will be there guiding us along against all odds.
PECHELITO'S RESORT
If you want to relax and reward yourself from stress, Come and Visit Pechelito's Resort found in Mariners Village, Sta. Lucia Magarao, Camarines Sur. Hope you enjoy your day :) Welcome to Pechelito's Place!
The resort with a pool, a boating and fishing lagoon, a restaurant and a firing range.The place was huge and there was a man-made pond surrounded by huts and cabanas, and all of them seemed to have been equipped with a karaoke.It also accommodate comfortable rooms, affordable foods and a very relaxing place you want to incline yourself with. You can also go by boat if you find peace by the lake.
This is the sunset where you can see near the pechelito's place. It does not only give you a reliable surrounding but helps you see and appreciate the beauty of nature.
So how do you find Pechelito's Place? Discover it yourself and enjoy the happiness of adventure !
Come and Visit Magarao Now :)
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