Manila, Feb. 10 -- Pope Leo XIV has elevated the Holy Rosary Parish Church in Angeles City to a minor basilica.

A decree dated Jan. 21, 2026 from the Dicastery for Divine Worship and the Discipline of the Sacraments granted the elevation following a formal petition by the archdiocese.

Last year, San Fernando Archbishop Florentino Lavarias submitted the petition, citing the parish's strong liturgical life and long-standing Marian devotion.

The decree was received on Feb. 10, at the Apostolic Nunciature in Manila by parish priest, Fr. Manuel Sta. Maria, together with other clergy members.

According to the parish priest, the honor reflects a deep devotion to the Blessed Mother, shared not only by parishioners but by the wider Kapampangan...