ABOUT US
The Philippine Catholic Mission In France is a community of life-giving individuals and families of Filipino migrants in France, witnessing to Christ and His Gospel under the care of our Lady (Notre Dame). Our mission is to shepherd the faithful, pursue renewed evangelization, nurture Church workers and collaborators, guided by the Synodal values of respect for life, integral development, and care for creation.
OUR GOAL
Our Goal is to be a vibrant and inclusive community that fosters a deep and meaningful relationship with God, while promoting a spirit of unity, compassion, and service among the Filipino migrants in France.
WHAT WE DO
We are dedicated to providing spiritual guidance, pastoral care, and support to the Filipino community in France. Through our various programs and activities, we aim to strengthen the faith, build a sense of belonging, and promote the rich cultural heritage of the Philippines.
OUR COMMUNITY
Our community is a close-knit family that welcomes and embraces every member with warmth and solidarity. Together, we celebrate our shared faith, traditions, and values, creating a nurturing environment for spiritual growth and personal development.
Vision
A community of life-giving individuals and families of Filipino migrants in France, witnessing to Christ and His Gospel under the care to our Lady (Notre Dame).
Mission
Shepherd the faithful, pursue renewed evangelization, nurture Church workers and collaborators, guided by the Synodal values of respect for life, integral development and care for creation.
Our clergy & history.
The Philippine Catholic Mission was initiated in 1987 and formalized as a National Chaplaincy a few years later. Since then up to the present, the Philippine Bishops sent 8 full time Priest Chaplains.
In the report to the Philippine Bishops Conference in 1998, the estimated number of Filipinos in France is between 20 to 25 thousand. The recent Philippine Embassy registration is 26 thousand but community estimates number to as high as 200 thousand majority of whom are undocumented. Philippine Statistics show that 85% of Filipinos are Roman Catholics
Fr. Jose Victor Lobrigo
2024 - Present
Msgr. Noe Thomas
2010 - 2013
Fr. Leo Nase Balaguer
2019 - 2024
Fr. Gil Apuli✝️
2006 - 2010
Msgr. Don Vito Pavilando
2003 - 2005 & 2013 - 2019
Msgr. Cezar Pagulayan ✝️
1992 - 1997
Fr. Lorenzo De Leon✝️
1997 - 2003
Msgr. Manuel Gabriel
1988 - 1992
Our Communities in Paris
Filipino Catholic communities in Paris enjoy coming together through various activities and events that showcase their culture and faith. Some notable gatherings include Simbang Gabi, Santakruzan and many other religious and cultural events. Our communities thrive on their shared faith, cultural heritage, and the desire to connect with one another, creating a supportive network for Filipinos in Paris and nieghboring suburbs.
Couples for Christ
Legion of Mary
El Shaddai DWXI PPFI
The Feast Light Paris
Filipino Helping Hands
Mabuting Pastol Community
Marian Discipleship of Prayer
San Lorenzo Ruiz
Missionary Families of Christ
Samapil Community
Yahweh Eucharist Spirit