Makati Medical Center Proclaims Chapel Under the Patronage of Our Lady of Guadalupe
Makati Medical Center (MakatiMed) reached a historic milestone on August 20, 2025, with the proclamation of its chapel under the patronage of Our Lady of Guadalupe. The celebration was marked by a solemn mass presided by His Eminence Jose F. Cardinal Advincula, Archbishop of Manila, joined by priests and ministers from the Archdiocese of Manila.
During the liturgical celebration, Cardinal Advincula formally installed Fr. Moses Eduardo Ciego as chaplain of the newly proclaimed Our Lady of Guadalupe Chapel. Following the mass, he led the blessing of the chapel marker, which serves as a lasting testament to the hospital’s devotion to the Blessed Virgin Mary under this title.
The hospital’s devotion to Our Lady of Guadalupe was initiated years ago under the leadership of then Medical Director Dr. Raul G. Fores †. This was strengthened during the COVID-19 pandemic, when the hospital community turned to prayer and intercession amid unprecedented trials.
In his message for the occasion, Saturnino P. Javier, MakatiMed Interim Co-President & CEO and Medical Director, emphasized how the consecration of the chapel reflects the hospital’s gratitude for divine guidance and protection: “All these 55 years of MMC, our healthcare workers continue to carry out their noble tasks of saving lives, promoting health, assuaging pain, and curing afflictions. Today, August 20, MMC does all these while affirming its devotion to Our Lady of Guadalupe.”
Under the patronage of Our Lady of Guadalupe, the chapel now stands as a sanctuary of faith, hope, and healing for the entire MakatiMed community.
