Manila archbishop issues guidelines for Simbang Gabi

MANILA, Philippines – Manila Archbishop Jose Advincula has issued guidelines for the celebration of the Misa de Aguinaldo, or “Simbang Gabi,” a nine-day Filipino Catholic tradition leading up to Christmas. The anticipated evening Masses will be held from Dec. 15 to Dec. 24, while the morning celebrations will run from Dec. 16 to Dec. 25.