“Batobalani sa gugma, sa tanang tawo gisimba, kanamo malooy ka unta. Nga kanimo nangilaba”
There is a place in Misamis Occidental where we can see students reenact and interpret the story of the song about how and when the Image of Santo Niño arrived in Cebu.
Tangub City’s St. Michael’s Parish holds a reenactment and lyrical interpretation of the song “Gozos Ni Señor Santo Niño.” This song tells the story of how the Image arrived in Cebu, detailing the events that had a significant impact and explaining why we celebrate this beloved festival. It covers the arrival of Magellan in Mactan, the first Mass celebrated by Padre Valderama, the Battle of Mactan, how the image was given, and how it was rediscovered by Legaspi.
The feast of Señor Santo Niño also holds great significance in the hearts of the Tangubanon people. The lyrics of the song express strong faith and hope: “Ikaw lang ang simbahon, sa tanang mga Tangubanon. Nga kanimo malaumon kon dunay kinahanglanon.”
The reenactment takes place after the third Mass, inviting people to watch the presentation and reminding us of how we began to devote ourselves to and love the beloved image of Señor Santo Niño. It also serves as a reminder to give thanks to those who brought and introduced us to Catholicism here in the Philippines.
