Sancta Maria
Stella Orientis
The Sancta Maria Stella Orientis Oratory honors Holy Mary, “Star of the Orient,” serving as the visible heart of the University. Fondly called by a shorter name, “Stella Orientis,” the chapel is housed on the second floor of UA&P’s Development Communication Building, and was blessed on the Solemnity of the Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary, 15 August 1992.
The Oratory’s design considers focus and devotion to Christ, and every detail performs a catechetical function for the faithful.
The Stella Orientis Oratory is administered by the University Chaplaincy, which is entrusted to the Prelature of Opus Dei. Various activities are held at the Oratory.
Schedule of Activities
(Closed on Sundays and public holidays)
7:45AM
Monday to Friday
12:05PM
Monday to Saturday
12:45PM Fridays during school days
Eucharistic Adoration of the Most Blessed Sacrament
The Sancta Maria Stella Orientis (SMSO) oratory is open during the celebration of the traditional Liturgical Ceremonies:
Holy Thursday Evening Mass of the Lord's Supper 6PM
Good Friday of the Passion of the Lord 3PM
Easter Vigil in the Holy Night 8PM Black Saturday
