Experience the Hope of Christmas with Reverb Worship’s Holiday Single, “Liwanag”

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Reverb Worship PH, CBN Asia’s music arm, invites listeners to experience God’s light and hope in their 2025 Christmas anthem, “Liwanag.” Stream it on all major digital music platforms worldwide starting November 28.

In a year marked by uncertainty, natural calamities, and societal challenges, many Filipinos have felt weighed down by confusion and darkness. Liwanag, performed by Hazel Faith and Caleb Santos, shines as a timely reminder that true hope is found in Jesus—the light of the world, and the real reason for this season.

Inspired by Isaiah 9:2 which foretells Jesus as the great light for people walking in darkness, the music label’s songwriters penned the single with that message in mind—and to encourage listeners to welcome His light into their lives.

“I felt overwhelmed and doubted I could find joy or celebrate Christmas amid so much darkness,” songwriter Ivy Catucod recalled. “I realized I was focusing too much on negatives and forgetting that Jesus, magnified above all, is the true light, our hope.”

Co-writers Joselle Feliciano and Shekinah Gram echo the same reflections, and highlight the creative touches that listeners will enjoy, including the use of a choir in the bridge—a first for a Reverb Worship song.

“Hearing 52 tracks of voices praising Jesus brings a smile to my face, and I hope to His as well. The beat drop in the chorus is something new. I am excited to see how people will dance or react to it!” Shekinah shared.

Joselle added, “I am pleased by how the choir exultation came together—layering worship declarations with musical references to Shekinah Gram’s Hesus Aming Hari and the classic Christmas hymn, Come All Ye Faithful. To me, it feels like a small glimpse of what worship in Heaven might sound like.”

Return to the heart of Christmas. Stream Liwanag now on Spotify, Apple Music, YouTube, and other digital streaming platforms. Don’t miss Reverb Worship’s upcoming music releases next year. For more updates, follow on Facebook, YouTube, TikTok, and Instagram.

Jonathan Manalo, Reverb Worship Win Best Inspirational Song at 47th CMMA

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OPM hitmaker Jonathan Manalo bagged the Best Inspirational Song award at this year’s Catholic Mass Media Awards (CMMA) for his song Bahaghari, released under Reverb Worship PH, CBN Asia’s music arm.

Manalo, together with Reverb Worship’s Project Head, Ivy Catucod, accepted the award at the Citystate Tower Hotel in Ermita, Manila, and later performed a live rendition of the song.

“Thank you, 47th CMMA, for recognizing Bahaghari as Best Inspirational Secular Song. It is an honor to have written, composed, produced, and interpreted this piece, and an even greater privilege to minister through this song and share its message at the awards night,” Manalo shared.

Bahaghari, a lively pop-funk anthem that highlights God’s enduring promise, serves as the carrier single of Reverb Worship’s Bahaghari EP—the group’s first extended play released in October 2024. Other tracks on the EP include Bahagi by EJ De Perio, Palagi by Vee Jay Dela Calzada, Tahanan by Diwa, and God Is Good by Hazel Faith and Caleb Santos. 

Since then, Bahaghari has received warm reception from listeners, and now, recognition from prestigious award-giving bodies such as the CMMA. Behind the award-winning single are arranger Tommy Katigbak, mixing and mastering engineer Dante Tañedo, and Reverb Worship artists on backing vocals.

“I am grateful to everyone who received the heart of this song and allowed its message to speak to them. Above all, I give back all the glory and honor to my Lord and Savior, Jesus Christ,” he added.

Reverb Worship has consistently earned awards and special citations from 2021 to 2025. Getting the nods from organizations like the CMMA continues to spotlight Christian Contemporary Music, giving audiences alternatives to mainstream songs and inspiring artists to create music that transforms lives.

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Stream Bahaghari on all digital streaming platforms worldwide! Stay tuned for Reverb Worship’s upcoming song releases, follow on Facebook, YouTube, TikTok, and Instagram. 

Turning the Tide Against the Silent Killer: A Nation Unites for ‘The Cancer Game Plan’

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MANILA — In the shadow of the Philippines' deadliest malignancy, a historic counter-offensive was launched. This November, as the world observes Lung Cancer Awareness Month, the Rizal Park Hotel transformed into the command center for a national health revolution.

We are honored to witness “The Cancer Game Plan: ASPIRE, Build, and Unite for a Future Free from Lung Cancer.” 

When: November 27, 2025 (Thursday)

Time: 12:30 PM – 3:30 PM (Program begins at 1:00 PM) Where: Ballroom 3, Rizal Park Hotel, Kalaw Avenue, Manila 

Photos and videos from the forum were uploaded and shared on our Wazzup Pilipinas social media accounts like Facebook.

The Battleground: Why This Matters Now

Lung cancer remains a formidable adversary, claiming thousands of Filipino lives annually. It is a crisis that demands more than just awareness; it demands a strategy. This high-level forum is not merely a discussion—it is a convergence of power. Policymakers, healthcare titans, patient advocates, and the private sector are gathering with a singular, burning ambition: to drive a national call to action and secure a future where a lung cancer diagnosis is no longer a death sentence.

The Architects of Change

The forum opened with the impassioned voices of the Lung Health Alliance Philippines (LungHAP). Atty. Arnel Mateo (Chair) and Engr. Emer Rojas (President) set the stage, rallying the nation to look beyond the statistics and see the human cost of the disease.

In a show of legislative force, Hon. Ciriaco Gato Jr., Representative of the Lone District of Batanes and Chairperson of the Committee on Health, delivered a crucial video message, signaling legislative support for this health emergency.

The event was supposedly to be headlined by a Keynote Address from Department of Health Secretary Dr. Teodoro “Ted” Herbosa. His presence should have underscored the government's commitment to prioritizing lung health on the national agenda. But we were informed that he is in Cagayan De Oro so we got a video message from Senator Riza Hontiveros, and a few more personalities from the government.

The ASPIRE Consensus: A Blueprint for Survival

At the heart of the forum was the unveiling of the ASPIRE Consensus Document, introduced by Dr. Kenneth Samala. This is the tactical roadmap for the war on cancer, dissected through three high-impact panels:

The Frontlines (Prevention & Detection): Panel 1 tackled the critical need for early detection and diagnosis—the moment where lives are most often saved or lost. Moderated by Dr. Chita I. Nazal-Matunog, this segment featured oncology experts dissecting the path to earlier intervention.

The Arsenal (Access to Treatment): Panel 2 confronted the harsh reality of cost. It focuses on "Access to Innovative and Affordable Treatments." Key figures like Dr. Corazon Ngelangel (President, Philippine Cancer Society) and Dr. Lia Villanueva (HTA Council) debated the mechanisms needed to make life-saving drugs accessible to every Filipino, regardless of economic status.

The Alliance (Partnerships & Investment): Panel 3 expanded the battlefield to society itself. Moderated by Dr. Maricar Sabeniano, featured industry leaders discussing sustainable investments, removing stigma, and the power of public-private partnerships.

The Climax: A Declaration of War on Cancer

The event culminated in a defining moment of unity: the Launching of the Philippine Declaration on Lung Cancer.

In a powerful visual manifesto, LungHAP Board Members, speakers, and participants stood together to launch a change.org Petition. This movement seeks to mandate a specific PhilHealth benefit package for lung cancer, ensuring that the "Game Plan" becomes tangible policy, not just promises.

Our Role in History

This was more than an invitation; it is a summons to witness history. Our coverage hopes to amplify this united advocacy, shaping public compassion and driving the political momentum needed to save lives.

Join us as we ASPIRE, Build, and Unite.