- 2023 Holy Week ScheduleFor inquiries please contact Ethel at Regina RICA. Landline: 8401 2036 or 8253 7275 Mobile no.: 0915 137 2353 FB Messenger: Regina Rica Reservations
- Meet Ryan Delica
He is one of the top notchers in our recently concluded First Step Computer Repair Training Course for K-Friends of RICA in partnership with Accent Micro Technologies Inc.
- Join the RICA Project
Sr. Eppie Brasil OP is the Foundress of RICA. She is an educator and teacher of contemplation, an artist, harpist, composer, writer, healer, and space designer.
- Sacred Spaces at RICA: The RICA Labyrinth
As a School of Contemplation, RICA has spaces for meditation, such as the labyrinth.
- This tree is called Akleng Gubat (different from Akleng Parang). It is a wild tree indigenous to the Philippines and has one of the most beautiful grains
Trees like this abound at the Garden of Indigenous Forest Trees or GIFT at RICA.
- Lady in Purple
Mama Mary is wrapped in warm purple as the day ended at RICA.
She looks serene and content, happy that thousands of pilgrims visited her Son today, and many of them followed the Stations of the Cross. - Advisory to our RICA Pilgrims
Tomorrow, Sunday, we will do a dry run for our Traffic, Parking, and Shuttle Services. This is in preparation for the coming Holy Week. Our Mother Foundress Sr Eppie Brasil OP hopes to provide maximum safety and security for every pilgrim.
- Handong (Shade) is Rica’s Al Fresco Dining ExperienceFor reservations, please text or call Ethel at 09151372353 or 84012036
- The Regina Rosarii Center for Contemplative Prayer at the Motherhouse hosted a contemplative Lenten Recollection todayFor inquiries please contact Sr Ding at 09151372353 or 84012036
- The Stations of the Cross at RICA are unique. Not only it is white, but it also resembles the Absent Presence of Cross
The empty space inside the frame may look as if Jesus is absent. But our eyes of faith will see Him there – his Divine Presence is fully alive.
- Regina RICA welcomes our pilgrims from the Parish of Our Lady of the Assumption, San Pedro LagunaFor reservations pls contact Ethel at 09151372353 or 84012036
- It’s already morning but the Rosaline candles offered by yesterday’s pilgrims are still burning
Rosaline Candles are special – they last longer, they have healing scents and they are smokeless.
- It is a Serene Saturday morning at RICA. Mama Mary waits for you to spend your Lenten Weekend with her and her Son Jesus
Please wear proper church attire that will also allow you to walk. Walking is essential to the sacrifice offered by pilgrims.
- We praise and thank you Almighty Father for the weekend has come, even if we continue to pray for those people who work at night and work on weekends to support their loved ones
We pray for healing for those who are suffering in pain and those who are currently admitted to hospitals.
- RICA Retreat is also for the young
The Millennial and Post-Millennial generations are known to embrace authentic experiences that bring newness to their lives.
- Come and Drink from the Well of the Water of Wisdom
It’s a Faith-filled Friday morning at Regina RICA. It’s a Lenten Friday, so we invite you to come and quench your thirst from the Aquam Sapientiae.
- Twilight. It is the period after sunset before total darkness sets in
The remnants from the sunlight remain in order to illuminate the landscape.
- All Daughters of St. Dominic
RICA is proud to welcome today Sisters from the Dominican Sisters of Funding, China, and Sister Monica of the Rosarian Dominican Sisters of Roxas City.
- Sr. Eppie Brasil OP (March 21) and Sr. Sarah Ronda OP (March 22) joined the group of March birthday and anniversary celebrants prayed for and blessed by Fr. Jun Suriben
Pilgrims who wish to celebrate their life milestones here at RICA may text or call Ethel at 09151372353 or 84012036
- Sacred Spaces at RICA
The Regina Rosarii Chapel on the Hill is built on the vision of the Foundress of RICA, Sr. Eppie Brasil OP. But the execution is a convergence of some of the country’s best artists.
- Walking at RICA
“It is prayer using your feet. Every step is a prayer,” says the RICA Foundress Sr. Eppie Brasil, OP.
- It’s a Timeless Thursday morning at RICA
The sun rises while the moon is still big and bright. Day and Night is one
- The day has ended, and the pilgrims have all left with God’s blessings as their take home
We end the day with gratitude and hope that all of you are grateful too. Here at RICA, the community sings, “Good night dear Lord, we thank you for today. And we pray dear Lord give us another day. We will see you in the morning.
Goodnight.” - Experience the healing power of RICA Retreat
For inquiries and reservations, pls contact Dina at (02) 825-37275 0966-923-7797 (Call/Viber)
- RICA welcomes our pilgrim group today, Samahan ng Ina ng Laging Saklolo who traveled all the way from Lucban, Quezon to be with Our Lady
Groups who wish to reserve ahead for a better experience may text or call Ethel at 09151372353 or 84012036
- One of the best gifts you can give to women today the National Women’s DayBuy it here: https://invl.io/clfxhr4
- Women’s Wednesday of Wellness at RICA
Today is the National Women’s Day. Women flocked to RICA today to fulfill their Lenten obligations and experience the Wellness Environment at RICA.
- Our Sacred Space on the Air over at RADYO VERITAS received a Testament of Appreciation today for its 19 years of media evangelization
Sr. Eppie Brasil, OP, and Sr. Carmen Advincula, OP received the testament from Jose Cardinal Advincula, Archbishop of Manila, and Rev. Fr. Anton Pascual, Director of RADYO VERITAS.
- It is a beautiful Wednesday morning here at RICA. Our Lady on Top of the Hill is waiting for all of you
If you are going through a very difficult day or a challenging task ahead, you may ask us to light a candle on your behalf. PM for inquiries.
- It’s a big day for the graduates of our First Step Computer Repair Training Course as they visit the headquarters of AMTI, Accent Micro Technologies Inc.
Thank you AMTI for this rare opportunity for our K-Friends (Kapitbahay sa RICA) to have a taste of corporate life.
- Tuesday is Desert Day at RICA. It is Recollection Day for the Sisters as they spend the day in prayerWe will pray for you.
- Monday is a rest day at RICA
to allow the staff and the space to rest. But we continue to pray for all of you, and we hope you will visit us soon.
- This is where your donations go
On any given day, at least five contractors are working on the development of RICA and the improvement of facilities and services. Today we add the group of Dragon7 Engineering who will conduct the maintenance and repair of air-conditioning units.
- The whole Regina Rosarii Family headed by our Foundress Sr Eppie Brasil, OP extends our heartfelt congratulations to our two Sisters for completing the Accompaniment Program for Formators at the Institute for Formation and Religious Studies (IFRS)
- A Sunday RICA Pilgrim brought a bigger-than-usual Bote-bote Offering and presented it to Sr Eppie during lunch, where he received his Rosary Garland
The proceeds of this go to the maintenance of Regina RICA.
- RICA Pilgrims who were dining at the RICA Pasilungan Canteen at St. Joseph’s Hall today were treated to delightful music by RICA Pianist Luis
Big groups who wish to reserve seats in advance may text or call Ethel at 09151372353 or 84012036
- Today is Pilgrims Lenten Sunday at RICA
You are all invited: Fashion. Faith. Food. Family and Friends.
- The RICA Volunteers today attended a formation session on Pilgrim Care
Resource person Rey Barnido introduced the 7 Elements of a Pilgrimage Site: a Saintly Patron, Special Indulgence, a Steward, a Spirituality, a Sacred Space, a Service for Hospitality, and Selfless Volunteers.
- RICA welcomes several pilgrim groups today to do their Lenten obligations
For reservations, please text or call Ethel at 09151372353 or 84012036
- Our Foundress, Sr Eppie Brasil OP, always finds a way to visit all the communities she has founded which are part of the Regina Rosarii Collaborative Harmonious Association of Mission Partners
- Around 140 pilgrims from The Parish of Our Lady of Visitation in Tayabas, Quezon are here at RICA today for their Stations of the Cross
For reservations, please text or call Ethel at 09151372353 or 84012036
- The First Step Computer Repair Training Course for K-Friends is successfully completed today
This is the initial partnership between Regina RICA and Accent Micro Technologies Inc or AMTI.
- Women with G.U.T.S.
The Regina Rosarii Contemplative Association (ROCA) Main CFORR met yesterday to plan out the activities this year 2023.
- How to Do First Friday Devotion at RICA
Jesus made 12 promises to St. Margaret Mary in favor of those who consecrate to the Sacred Heart, in a spirit of reparation, on the First Friday of each month.
- It was a hectic and happy day at RICA yesterday as we hosted the Board Meeting of the Conference of Major Superiors in the Philippines (former AMRSP)
A total of 16 major superiors from several congregations attended the meeting which started with breakfast at Our Lady of Fatima Hall.
- RICA Ecological Sanctuary
The organic gardens, the forests, the animals in the pasture land, the fowlery, and all that are part of the RICA Ecological Sanctuary.
- RICA welcomes the Chief Coordinator of the Regina Rosarii Contemplative Harmonious Association of Mission Partners (CHAMP)
Ms. Roxanne Ang and her family.
- The RICA employees have a rare privilege that is not found in other organizations
While other organizations especially big corporations thrive on pressuring their employees in a stressful work environment, RICA employees have a weekly contemplative sit that will help them live a life of silence, stillness, and serenity.
- Arts inside RICA
This painting inside the Chapel on the Hill is called Iloy na Tunay by Araceli Dans.
- This is where your donations go
In our effort to help pilgrims relax and rest in this sacred space, we are almost done with developing Our Lady’s Garden, a flower park just below Mama Mary.
- Regina RICA is honored to welcome and host today the meeting of the Conference of Major Superiors in the Philippines (CMSP) Board Members at OLFAH or Our Lady of Fatima Hall
For reservations, please contact Ethel at 09151372353 or 84012036.
- RICA Stations of the Cross is getting an uplift for the Lenten Pilgrimages
The Stations of the Cross at RICA are unique.
- The Sacred Spaces at RICA Series
Note: This Lent, we will introduce to you the 13 sacred spaces at RICA so that when the Mama Mary and Chapel are crowded and you want silence, you know where to go.
- ROCA Davao welcomed Sr. Marites Tepace yesterday during their Monday Contemplative Sit
Sr. Marites, a perpetually professed Sister is in Davao to begin a journey in the ministry of vocations.
- Motorcade Procession of Regina Rosarii La Viajera Proceeds Amidst Signal Number 3 Typhoon
“We will proceed with the motorcade procession of Regina Rosarii La Viajera despite typhoon signal number 3. Mama Mary wants to remind her people to take care of our environment, especially the Sierra Madre.” – Sr. Eppie Brasil, OP
- Most people know how to buy computers, but only a few know how to maintain and repair them
The First Step Computer Repair Training Course for K Friends, a joint project of Access Micro Technologies Inc and Regina RICA Foundation enters its second week with lessons such as Troubleshooting and Reformatting.
- RICA Celebrates Volunteers Day
Last January 28, 2023, RICA Pilgrim Care and Volunteer Management Unit headed by Sr. Sarah Ronda, OP organized the RICA Volunteer Day 2023.
- The first weekend of Lent became an opportunity for a group of retreatants to try a Contemplative Way of the Cross
Guided by Rey Barnido, the retreatants traced the significant events of Jesus Christ from the Perean Ministry to the Promise of His Second Coming.
- The Regina Rosarii Service Assistants Main (ROSA MAIN) had a special post valentine’s celebration yesterday at the Motherhouse after the 5 PM Healing Mass.
ROSA MAIN led by Connie Dizon has been coordinating the Saturday Healing Mass for more than a decade now.
- Our Mother Foundress Sr. Eppie Brasil OP herself welcomed the sisters from various congregations
Regina RICA is honored to welcome today the religious sisters who are scholars of the Hilton-CMSP formators training course run by the Institute for Formation and Religious Studies or IFRS.
- On the 5th Day of our First Step Computer Repair Training for K friendsthe participants are introduced to what RICA is known for contemplative prayer
- Today is Thursday. A day for the Weekly Contemplative Prayer at the MotherhouseEveryone is invited to try a prayer meeting done in Silence and Stillness.
- Ash Wednesday brings a rather large group of pilgrims to Regina RICAThis is a sign that Filipinos are still devoted to our Catholic obligation as they travel afar just to be here.
- Happy birthday to our dear and very supportive Bishop Most Rev George RimandoMay God bless you with abundant blessings especially good health to continue your ministry.
- The Regina Rosarii Contemplative Association in Tagum (ROCA Tagum)had their Weekly Sit yesterday February 21, 2023 at the Chapel of the Regina Rosarii Balay sa Kahilom (formerly Casa ROCA) in Tagum City.
- ROCA Davao remains faithful to its Contemplative Sit every MondaySr Menchi Advincula, OP gave the Teachers Talk.
- First day of the First Step Computer Repair Training CourseNo less than our Mother Foundress and Superior General Sr Eppie Brasil OP herself welcomed and blessed the participants
- ROCA Davao featured in the Davao Catholic HeraldROCA: An institute for Contemplation in Davao
- These are where your donations goTo cater to the needs of our pilgrims, RICA is constantly developing its services and facilities.
- The whole Regina Rosarii FamilySisters, Lay Contemplatives and Mission Partners congratulate our ROCA Pampanga chapter led by Sor Mena Carreon for their imposition of medals this morning at the Holy Eucharist Chapel, San Fernando, Pampanga.
- Regina RICA and its partner Access Micro Technologies Inc (AMTI) successfully launchedFirst STEP (to Abundance) on February 17, 2023 in the morning at St. Joseph’s Hall, Regina RICA.
- Baby At Nene: Isang Pagpupugay Sa Isang Tahimik Na BuhayA loving tribute to SR. EPPIE and SR. MATTHEW BRASIL on their Diamond and Emerald Jubilee as Dominican Sisters
- Revitalizing and Sharing Our Contemplative Life as We Journey in the Now5th National CHAMP Convention: A Narrative Report
- The World Day of the Sickis an invitation to share the mercy and compassion of Jesus with those who are suffering from any illness
- You are safe at RICALook! The safety of our pilgrims is a top priority of RICA management and is an essential principle of Sacred Hospitality. When the spire cross on top of the Chapel on the Hill was assessed to be weakened by rust, it was removed.
- Pause. Breathe. Rest.Our Mother Foundress Sr. Eppie Brasil, OP always takes time to pause, breathe and rest.
- Abundance 3 Following Mary was successfully launched in DavaoAuthor Reynaldo Barnido led the short program with sharing from Sr Eppie Brasil and Vicky Estoque.
- Regina RICA is happy to welcome the Daughters of Divine Zeal todayWe pray that RICA gives you an experience of hope, healing and hospitality.
- A response to the call of Sr. Eppie RAKME (Random Acts of Kindness for Mother Earth)Posted: November 21, 2022
- Intensive Contemplative Experience in Lent (ICEL)Join us in this very special retreat during this time of Lent.
- Contemplative Lenten Experience At RICAInviting you to CLEAR your mind, heart and body in preparation for the Holy Week!
- See what LOVE can do? Our Lady’s Sanctuary of Universal Love and Devotion “SULOD” is now openNewly painted and repaired. Thanks to all those who LOVE our Lady and gifted her with this newly painted venue for prayer.
- Handa ni Mama Mary sa kanyang kaarawanOur Lady’s gifts for her beloved ones. Handa ni Mama Mary sa kanyang kaarawan. Thanks to all our members, friends, family, mission partners and benefactors for being part of her birthday celebration. God bless you all.
- Handa ni Mama Mary sa kanyang kaarawan para sa Katutubo ng Manggahan, Magata at PaydasOur Lady’s gifts for her beloved ones. Handa ni Mama Mary sa kanyang kaarawan. Thanks to all our members, friends, family, mission partners and benefactors for being part of her birthday celebration. God bless you all.
- Prayer for Healing Pandemic 2021Let us pray for people who are infected with Covid-19 virus and all the sick in the world.
- The Holy Rosary for Healing prayed by the Dominican Sisters of Regina RosariiIf you find this Holy Rosary helpful and healing please share it with a friend who may need it too. Rest now and relax. Please be our partner in sharing this rosary for healing.
- Pahuwayan: Secure your Eternal Apartment NOW!For more information on how to reserve a vault, please call or text 0935-012-1578 or 0920-609-0300. You may also email your inquiries to rica.pahuwayan1@gmail.com.
- The Proper Attire inside Regina RICA
Please dress modestly and properly Regina RICA is a Sacred Space and Holy place. Thank you for your cooperation. God bless us all.
- Please come and join our Vocation Discernment Seminar
For Single Ladies, 18 – 35 years old. Please come and join our Vocation Discernment Seminar.
- Safety protocols upon entering Regina RICA
Please cooperate for the benefit of everyone and bear with us as we do our job. Thank you and God bless us all!
- Advisory: Closed areas inside Regina RICA
Regina RICA Management wishes to advise the public that the following areas inside Regina RICA will be closed from Saturday, September 05, 2020, until further notice:
- Announcement and Regina RICA Visit Form
Announcement from the Dominican Sisters of Regina ROSARII. Good news we shall open Regina RICA soon. Please pray for all our safety as we follow protocol and continue our mission.
- Regalo Contra COVID 20 Day Challenge
Tonight we are launching our Regalo for the birthday of Mama Mary. Inviting you to join us in raising funds for Our Lady’s new “gown”.
- Mama Mary calls you to wear her Regina Rosarii PROTECT us face Mask
Let Mama Mary protect you. Order now and receive your masks next week. Order monday to Friday morning.