Patterns of Devotional Perception for Fr. Francesco F. Palliola, S.J. in Zamboanga del Norte, Philippines

Abstract

This study intends to write a narrative on the fame of Sanctity of Fr. Francesco F. Palliola, S.J., relative to his martyrdom and identify devotees' patterns of devotion.   The researcher used the phenomenological research design as well as the inductive, descriptive research approach to study devotees' experiences, those taken-for-granted assumptions, and usual ways of perceiving. Data collected was through interviews and archival researches. The narrative is significant to enrich the documents compiled by the Diocese of Dipolog City for the beatification. Findings show that there has been an intense devotion to Fr.  Palliola by some townsfolk in Zamboanga del Norte. Patterns of devotion involved healing answered prayers or mysterious phenomena. In a way, it went into a cycle of supplication- thanksgiving- supplication. Written accounts and shared stories had contributed to the popularity of the devotion.