About Tahanan Madrid
A Filipino home of faith, community, and service in the heart of Madrid.
Tahanan—meaning home—is more than a place. It is a spiritual family where Filipinos in Madrid gather to worship, connect, and journey together in faith, hope and love.
Who We Are
A Home for Every
Filipino in Madrid
The Capellanía Filipina in Madrid was established on January 1, 1986, under the Archdiocese of Madrid.
It was entrusted to the Society of the Divine Word (SVD) who had volunteered generously to provide the Filipino community in Madrid, especially migrants, with spiritual guidance and formation, includingthe celebration of the Mass and the sacraments.
The goal of Tahanan is to provide Filipinos with the possibility of living their faith in line with their tradition, their religious roots, and their Filipino values, while helping them integrate into life in Spain.
VISION MISSION STATEMENT
“Tayo ay isang Sambayanang alagad na naglalayong pag-ibayuhin ang pananampalataya at pagkakaisa sa pamamagitan ng pagdiriwang, paghuhubog at sa patuloy na pagsasabuhay nito.”
“We are a community of disciples dedicated to growing in faith and unity through celebration, ongoing formation, and continually putting our faith into practice.”
“Somos una comunidad de discípulos dedicados a crecer en la fe y la unidad a través de la celebración, la formación continua, y poniendo continuamente nuestra fe en práctica.”
Tahanan Organizational Structure
Tahanan WESTY
Worship Ministry
To help and form Filipinos in Madrid to grow in faith through more meaningful and active participation in the liturgy.
“Promotes plans and programs for a meaningful and active Liturgical and Paraliturgical celebrations”
Lectors and Commentators
Extraordinary Ministers of Holy Communion (EMHC)
Altar Servers
Collectors Ministry
Usherettes
Music Ministry
Adult Choir
Youth Choir
Powerpoint Team
Education Ministry
Aims at educating and forming responsible persons to become active and faithful Filipino Christians in Madrid.
“Promotes Christian Education for the whole Filipino community such as for the children, youth adults”
Baptism & Catechism
Announcement
Marriage Rite Preparation
Service Ministry
To provide reliable, useful, adequate information and better assistance to Filipinos according to their needs.
“Promote volunteerism as a way of life”
Spanish Classes
Financial Assistance
Cáritas
Bolsa de Trabajo
Temporalities Ministry
To maintain and improve the financial viability of the Chaplaincy.
“Takes charge of the church properties and financial aspects of the church”
Finance & Bookkeeping
Property Custodian
Youth Ministry
To motivate, form and support the youth in their complete integral formation (spiritual, social, psycho-emotional, cultural).
“Coordinate the different youth religious organizations and movements under the care of the Chaplaincy”
AFFILIATED GROUPS &
COMMUNITIES
Asociación Mujeres Filipina de Madrid (AMFIL)
Bible Group
Catholic Charismatic Prayer Group – Atocha (CCPG-Atocha)
Couples for Christ – Global
Devotees of Peñafrancia
El Shaddai DWXI PPFI
Light of the Holy Spirit
Kabalen
Majadahonda Filipino Community
Marian Devotees
Missionary Families of Christ (MFC)
Nazareno Group
The Lord´s Flock
Ugnayan Group
Meet the Chaplain
Fr. Geronimo John Eduarte Paat, SVD
“I am a religious missionary of the Society of the Divine Word (SVD), a witness and an instrument of God’s inclusive love.”
Fr. Gerry, as he is popularly known, hails from Dolores, Abra, Philippines, and entered the seminary at the age of 14. He completed his seminary formation at the Divine Word Seminary in Tagaytay City, Philippines, and was ordained a priest on December 12, 1996.
Throughout his ministry as a religious missionary priest, he has served in various capacities. He was a Parochial Vicar for two years at Good Shepherd Parish in Victoria, Oriental Mindoro, and later a Chaplain for one year at Divine Word College of Legazpi. He also served as Assistant Director for five years and subsequently as Director for 12 years of the SVD Postulancy in Tagaytay City. In addition, he was Head Prefect of seminarians for three years at the Divine Word Seminary in Tagaytay City.
He is currently serving as the Chaplain of Capellanía Filipina – Tahanan Madrid.
His personal mission and vision, expressed in the statement, “I am a religious missionary of the Society of the Divine Word (SVD), a witness and an instrument of God’s inclusive love,” continue to guide and inspire his life and missionary work.
Meet the Core Group
Our chaplain, ministry leaders, and dedicated volunteers work together to serve the community with compassion and commitment.
Their mission is simple: to guide, support, and bring people closer to God and to one another.
ADVISERS
Carmen Molina
Anatolia Galvez
WORSHIP MINISTRY
Grace Purcia
Worship Ministry Coordinator
Julyn Rodriguez
Worship Ministry Secretary
EDUCATION MINISTRY
Chona Masongsong
Education Ministry Coordinator
Emelda Viloria
Education Ministry Secretary
SERVICE MINISTRY
Geraldine Centina
Service Ministry Coordinator
Lourdita Vertucio
Service Ministry Secretary
TEMPORALITIES MINISTRY
Joan Collado
Temporalities Ministry Coordinator
Chris Urro
Temporalities Ministry Secretary
YOUTH MINISTRY
Crizyl Joy Sanglay-Javellana
Youth Ministry Coordinator
Nicole Gabriel Aguinaldo
Youth Ministry Secretary
What We Do
Serving Through Faith and Community
Worship & Sacraments
Regular Filipino Mass, confessions, and liturgical celebrations
Faith Formation
Catechism and Spiritual Guidance
Outreach & Service
Volunteer initiatives and community support activities
Our Community
A Family Away From Home
Tahanan is built on relationships. From new arrivals to long-time residents, our community is a place where friendships are formed, stories are shared, and faith is strengthened.
We welcome everyone—individuals, families, youth, and seniors—to take part in our journey of faith and belonging.
Our Story
Our Journey
Established to serve the growing Filipino population in Madrid, Tahanan has been a guiding presence for decades.
Through the years, it has evolved from a small gathering of faithful individuals into a thriving community that continues to support Filipinos spiritually and socially.
Today, Tahanan remains committed to its mission—adapting to the needs of the community while staying rooted in faith.
CONNECT & SERVE
Be Part of Our Community
Our Chaplaincy grows through faith, fellowship, and service. Whether you’d like to volunteer, join our activities, share your gifts, or simply become more involved in our community, we´d love to have you.
Come journey with us as we grow in faith, serve others, and build a welcoming community together.
CAPELLANÍA FILIPINA
TAHANAN MADRID
Parroquia Nuestra Señora del Espino Madrid, Spain
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