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The Filipino community at Sacred Heart Catholic Church, St Ives, Cambridgeshire, gathered on Saturday, 11 October 2025, to celebrate Filipino Heritage Night – an evening filled with colour, music, faith and togetherness.
Now in its second year, the event showcased the rich traditions, artistry and flavours of the Philippines, delighting more than eighty parishioners and guests in the parish hall.
The celebration opened with a lively Filipino folk dance in traditional attire, setting the tone for a joyful evening. The hall buzzed with laughter through karaoke, bingo, games and a parish quiz, while the aroma of classic Filipino dishes filled the air. Guests enjoyed favourites such as adobo, lumpia and lechon.
The theme, “Bayanihan”, captured the Filipino spirit of communal unity and generosity. Rooted in faith and compassion, it reminds everyone of the joy of helping others selflessly. In this spirit, the event also served as a fundraiser for Sacred Heart Church.
Fr Trindade J. Monteiro, Priest-in-Charge, together with the Filipino community and parish social group, expressed gratitude to all who supported the evening. Tickets sold out in just over a week, and the event raised around £1,200 for the parish.
As the night closed with games, prizes and laughter, a strong sense of unity and gratitude filled the hall. The organisers look forward to hosting another vibrant festival next year, continuing to share their culture, faith and the true meaning of Bayanihan with the wider parish family.
