How It All Began
Kanlungan ni Maria started its operation on May 1, 2022, a project of then-Bishop of Antipolo, Crisostomo A. Yalung, D.D. and now under the pastoral care of Bishop Francisco M. De Leon, D.D.
The idea came from Reverend Father Bienvenido Guevarra who established and run the former Bahay Kalinga, a home for the aged in Binangonan, Rizal.
Bishop Yalung was encouraged to pursue the project together with the Focolare Group who expressed their desire to care for the elderly and marginalized sectors of society.
Kanlungan ni Maria was officially registered with the Securities and Exchange Commission on October 29, 2004, as a non-stock, non-profit organization. Incorporators include Bishop Gabriel V. Reyes, D.D., Msgr. Rigoberto De Guzman, Msgr. Peter Canonero, Father Reynante Rolentino, and Reverend Father Uldarico Dioquino.
DSWD IV-D RL-000020-20212
Sec Registration No. C.N. 200416575
“Mapalad ang mga mahabagin, sapagkat kahahabagan sila ng Diyos.”
Blessed are the merciful: for they shall obtain mercy.
Matthew 5:7
Leadership and Administration
Reverend Francisco M. De Leon, D.D.
Bishop of Antipolo
Father Mabini Cabildo
Spiritual Director
Kanlungan ni Maria is under a new leadership team, headed by Spiritual Director Father Mabini Cabildo and Directress Sister Shiela T. Amisola, SHc. Administration of the home is under the care of the Sisters of the Holy Cross.
Inspired by the love and care of Our Lady of the Abandoned, Patroness of Kanlungan ni Maria, the leadership team continues to serve the residents of the home.