Jerry Orbos
Jerry Orbos | |
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 Orbos in 2025 | |
| Personal life | |
| Born | Agerico Muñoz Orbos October 7, 1953 San Carlos, Pangasinan, Philippines |
| Notable work(s) | Treasured Moments, Simple Moments |
| Alma mater | Divine Word Seminary |
| Religious life | |
| Religion | Roman Catholicism |
| Institute | Society of the Divine Word |
| Ordination | October 25, 1980 |
Agerico Muñoz Orbos (born October 7, 1953), is a Filipino Roman Catholic priest, missionary, and author affiliated with the Society of the Divine Word (SVD).[1] He is known for his missionary work, inspirational writing, and public speaking, as well as for advocating cancer awareness following his recovery from lung cancer.[2]
Early life and education
Orbos was born in San Carlos, Pangasinan, Philippines. He entered the Society of the Divine Word and studied for the priesthood at the Divine Word Seminary in Tagaytay. He was ordained a priest on October 25, 1980.[3]
Ministry and missionary work
After ordination, Orbos served in the Tingguian Missions in La Paz, Abra. He later worked at the Divine Word College in Urdaneta, Pangasinan, where he became director of the Junior College, Seminary, and Associate Program.[4]
In 1984, he was assigned as a missionary in South Korea. Upon returning to the Philippines in 1989, he was appointed as Vocation Director and Mission Promoter.[5] He later became Director of the SVD Mission Office (1990–2013), where he coordinated mission promotion and support activities.[3]
Media presence and publications
Orbos has written several inspirational books, including Treasured Moments, Simple Moments, and Meaningful Moments.[6] He contributes regularly to a Sunday column in a national newspaper. His televised Sunday Masses have also reached a broad Filipino audience.[4]
Health and advocacy
In 2018, Orbos was diagnosed with stage 2 lung cancer following a CT scan prompted by a minor car accident.[6] He underwent chemotherapy and immunotherapy and was declared cancer-free in January 2019.[7] He has since become an advocate for cancer awareness, supporting initiatives such as "Voices of Hope" for survivors.[8]
Community engagement
Orbos has led scholarship programs and organized disaster response activities. His charitable efforts extend to outreach programs for marginalized communities.[9]
Recent activities
In 2024, he celebrated his birthday with a Mass at the New Bilibid Prison, delivering messages of hope and rehabilitation.[10] He also addressed the Rotary Club of Manila during Lent, sharing reflections on spiritual renewal.[11]
Legacy
Orbos is widely regarded for his service as a missionary priest and communicator of faith. His resilience in the face of illness and his continued outreach have made him a prominent figure in Filipino Catholic life.[12]
See also
References
- ^ Montelibano, Teddy (April 1, 2024). "Fr. Orbos to Rotarians: 'Don't identify with your money, you're bigger than it'". Daily Tribune. Retrieved May 5, 2025.
- ^ "Cancer survivor Fr. Jerry Orbos shares journey to healing". CBCPNews. September 9, 2019. Archived from the original on May 26, 2024. Retrieved May 5, 2025.
- ^ a b Sage (May 30, 2024). "Fr. Jerry Orbos Biography". AESplora. Retrieved May 5, 2025.
- ^ a b "Fr. Jerry Orbos Biography". Biography Central. Retrieved May 5, 2025.
- ^ "Let go and let God in this pandemic, says Fr. Jerry Orbos". Manila Bulletin. October 26, 2020. Retrieved May 5, 2025.
- ^ a b "Columnist priest Jerry Orbos is battling cancer —brother Tim". GMA News Online. July 13, 2018. Retrieved May 5, 2025.
- ^ "Cancer made me realize how beautiful life is—Fr. Jerry Orbos, SVD". Manila Bulletin. September 9, 2019. Retrieved May 5, 2025.
- ^ "Filipino priest puts cancer patients on path to healing". UCA News. March 18, 2020. Retrieved May 5, 2025.
- ^ "Fr. Jerry Orbos Latest News". Tom Dunn Academy. Retrieved May 5, 2025.
- ^ "Fr. Jerry Orbos, SVD, Celebrates Birthday with a Special Mass in New Bilibid Prison". Bureau of Corrections. Retrieved May 5, 2025.
- ^ "Fr. Jerry Orbos inspires RCM members with Lent message". BusinessMirror. March 22, 2024. Retrieved May 5, 2025.
- ^ Reyes, Lai S. "Fr. Jerry Orbos on battling lung cancer: 'Focus on the humor, not the tumor'". Philstar.com. Retrieved May 5, 2025.