‘Simbang Gabi’ and other Christmas rituals
Before the crack of dawn today, bells rang in churches from Aparri to Jolo. Simbang Gabi has begun. There’s a nip in the air at that time of morning. The enticing aroma of bibingka, puto bungbong and salabat beckon to the faithful, inviting them to fill their stomachs as they fill their hearts with the spirit of Christmas. Oh, how wonderful it is to be home! Pasko na naman!