Cebu's MOST BEAUTIFUL Catholic Church!! Simala Shrine!

The Simala Shine is a beautiful and amazing Roman Catholic Pilgrimage site located in Sibonga, Cebu! The design is breathtaking and incredibly beautiful! It is dedicated to the Virgin Mary as it has connection to miraculous healings from Dengue where it is reported that the image shed tears. It is an active place of worship. Believers come to worship, pray, petition for blessings, and at times confession. Others come out of interest and its beauty. All who come can feel of the beautiful spirit that is present there. It was a beautiful and sacred place to bring our children. I am so grateful they got to not only see a beautiful place, but feel of the beautiful spirit here of the believers.
This was part of the Cebu City tour that we took. We booked with Cebu Tours. We were very happy with the tour and it was the best priced Cebu tour!
www.cebutours.ph/
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[@kulantroinc753]

Major respect to the family specially to the mom, though they're not Catholics she gave full respect and even offer candles the way Catholics are doing it, kudos and more power to the chanel

[@aussiejohn5835]

I have a new respect for this family who are of a faith that is highly misunderstood by other Christian faiths especially the Catholics of which I am a member. The respect shown by this family and the willingness to learn and teach their children of the customs and beliefs of others is a true act of Christianity. God has blessed this family. 🙏

[@cynthiamaegonzales7002]

l love this family, first foreign tourist vlogger I've ever seen visiting a catholic church even though they belong to another religion, GOD Bless you Backman Family. BTW, It's really a miraculous site, my Sciatica pain was relieved the moment after visiting that church last June 12, 2023, I hope & pray to Jesus through the intercession of the Virgin Mary to completely heal me from my sciatica pain.

[@simplylove]

Wow! I've seen videos of so many foreign vloggers visiting Cebu, but you're the first one that I've watched who featured this shrine. Thank you Backman Family. 🙏

[@mountainforest]

Take care Backman Family. Thank you for vusiting a Catholic Shrine eventhough you are not Catholics. Respect to you. 🙏🏻💛💫

[@zethcao11]

I am happy that you went there in Simala Shrine. In gratitude for the blessing we received, stop for a while and say a prayer. This is a radical action you have done that you went into a pilgrimage site. Regardless of religion and belief, at least you let the children know the other side of our life , our spiritual life to keep us balance. 🙏🙏🙏

[@gerardoabelgas356]

This is a mystic and holy place every time I visit this place I can’t hold my emotions and I’m always in teary eyes

[@Queenuniverse721]

As a Muslim I respect other religions and that was amazing seeing how you guys are faithful to God what’s important even we too much busy on other things we not forget to pray may you and your family bless with many things good health and happiness take care everyone ❤❤❤

[@edmontoncouple1562]

AMEN. no matter our difference in religion we need to understand that it is our FAITH and our ACTIONS toward others will save us and will blessed us.

[@appleromas694]

Wow… i admire you mom and your family for the respect of the Catholic church, you knew very well about Mama Mary, she''s so miraculous. She want us all to be closer to Jesus.

[@georgeahat3689]

That's 1 of the miraculous church here in Cebu...🙏🙏🙏

[@lheckiboy9259]

What are the other churches ?

[@coradimapilis4612]

I was touched when you visited the Simala Shrine though you belong to the other religion thank you

[@wynncruz1467]

I love your family so respectful of other religion. The SARONG looks great on Sam. So handsome Sam. You can also visit the Taoist Temple since you are already in Cebu.

[@gilmontero6275]

got teary eyes watching this Family, we are all brothers and sisters

[@lheckiboy9259]

That church also granted one of my prayers 10yrs ago.. I'm from manila and I always go there whenever I am in Cebu.

[@reynaldosalucop7296]

I'm touched by your family's visit to a catholic church, even though you're in a different Christian group, thank you.

[@ManduRugas-oe4kv]

Thank you Backman family, because i believe that after all that will be said and done, the only thing that will be left is respect, people come to our wake, our burial and remember us because of respect!☺

[@elmira6672]

Your lucky guyz many Filipino never been there I"m one of them. Enjoy sight seing im Cebu. I'm avid fan of Grace and Joe2 the awesome kids of yours Backman family.

[@rockynavea3073]

Honestly i am becoming restless not watching your video. Ive been waiting for your new video since yesterday. And thanks for uploading this video today. This is so touching. Music in the background made me teary and emotional.

[@FIAT836]

I went there June of 2029 I felt her the Virgin of Simula's presence and read and saw the testimonies of those who came to asked her intercession and was healed canes wheelchairs etc and I was touch .. I continues to witnessed so many miraculous healing through her up to this day lame walks blind were able to see and cancer sickness get healed.. etc I love the BVM the mother of Jesus

[@coradimapilis4612]

2029?

[@FIAT836]

@@coradimapilis4612 2019 typo

[@floridaaguada4216]

Thank you Backman family for visiting Shrine Simala Church.God bless your wonderful family❤

[@solemn21]

This family deserves more followers. May they consider living in the Philippines for good.

[@gracek8859]

This is such a beautiful video. Thank you.

[@user-wi8cj6pk4q]

The blessed Mama Mary of Lindogon is miraculous

[@NoypiStuff]

I haven't been to that church. Will not miss it next time. It looks majestic.

[@eric2049]

Love all your videos, but this one hits differently. Touches my heart, I feel something...I feel the Lord's power of healing through this video. Keep on keeping on! ❤❤❤

[@perlaaguinaldo]

Wow that religious place is so beautiful thanks for sharing backman family take care always.😍👍😄🙏

[@harmony763]

Wow,I really admire your Family Backman,following your vlog since you visit our home country,Thank you for promoting and loving our Country Philippines.

[@klow12370]

The empathy that Heather has in her heart is so godly which makes me so emotional. I have utmost respect to you and Joe for respecting our religious beliefs. You both raised your kids in God’s ways and you deserve all the good things in life. May His divine grace embrace your hearts and grant your dreams.

[@ivoryrain9895]

This video gave me goosebumps and hair raising feelings all over my body😍

[@junmontemayor2599]

My utmost respect to the family. God bless you all👏

[@benjaminbeber9894]

God bless you all, Backman family. Teary eye watching your vlog inside Simala. Hopefully, during my holiday, I would love to visit and be there too. Thank you for showing this to the world. 😢

[@Ulapsalangit]

We are proud to be Mormons♥️‼️ God bless po sa inyong pamilya sis🙏

[@Trolololitarian_RepubLICK]

May your family always be blessed by our mighty creator always.

[@peepow2]

Oh, I’ve been there with my friends last Wednesday, June 14. Paid a visit like my last was 2014. The shrine gets grandier and grandier. Mama Mary grants you your wishes for healing, blessing, and protection. Our usual stop is at Carcar for their tasty Chicharon (Pork Crispies) and Lechon. That day was so hot, we grabbed Halo-halo!

[@lindashaha4833]

Yesssss Miraculous Healing🙏🙏🙏

[@aldenmark4529]

I love watching your vlogs so nice i see simala church inyiur vlogs never been there so inspiring ❤

[@SIMPLYCOOLVIBES]

Wow that is one of famous place in cebu SIMALA SHRINE

[@cynthiahilario12]

You are one family worthy of respect! God bless you more❤

[@arlscent]

Loving this beautiful family❤️

[@janetcastillo5890]

WOW!LOVE THIS FAMILY❤❤❤❤

[@user-wi8cj6pk4q]

Yes it's a sacred place

[@rockynavea3073]

Ohhhh i watched 8:39 part several times. Gracie is so awesome. ❤

[@maffymaranan3884]

I'd admire ur family for being respectful to our religion. If its not ur vlog i did'nt see this wonderful shrine though i am a filipina but i'll never been there. God bless your family❤

[@jeromepadilla8055]

Simala is a miraculous church.

[@nathanharyanto2455]

The miraculous image of Our Lady. Very similar to the the Our Lady of Akita. There’s been soooo many miracles of our Lady it’s incredible. I’ve never heard of this one, Our Lady of Lindogon at the Simala Shrine, but I would love to go there one day. I got healed of my allergies (I used to be allergic to dairy, eggs, nuts) after bathing at the grotto of Lourdes, France (Our Lady of Lourdes), and it’s just amazing, the miraculous power of all the images and sites of apparitions of the Immaculate Conception. Lourdes, Simala, Garabandal, Akita, Fatima, Guadalupe, Međugorje, the list goes on. Also, note the power of the holy rosary.

[@pinayincanada5137]

Woww thank You guys for believed the Catholic Church, good job for everyone 🙏

[@dranzpahamtang9806]

One of my most fave places to visit whenever I’m home. Thank you for featuring Lindogon Simala Shrine! I had goosebumps every time I see that place ❤

[@Ramfadora]

Respect to your family. Always be safe ❤

[@jesscatangay9384]

That is a unique and beautiful church and a beautiful family of yours, so much respect, Keep safe.

[@renatosayson1252]

Beautiful mom❤

[@cerinadescartin2340]

Thank you maam for your viewing beautiful place (HIMALA INGLISH MIRACLE)

[@longlongrfm9086]

i'm from the Philippines, because of your vlog in our area, I saw that there are many beautiful places in our country.

[@debragehris1591]

A beautiful Church. I'm glad your family visited there and learned about it.

[@asiaposmaxx]

You are welcome guys to our church always.🙏🙏

[@mariovicentekangleon4259]

Amen

[@lindashaha4833]

Yesmost beautiful church.🙏🙏🙏

[@sanieestuita7749]

Wow. He is my idol now. He is looking good and "artistahin"!!! I love sam so much... ❤️💋 Welcome here to my country and enjoy all of you exploring there in. Cebu.. good luck and god bless

[@pcaltes2932]

I love your vlog. First time I’ve seen it. As Roman Catholic myself, I really got emotional. Thank you!

[@suijinkazejin684]

❤❤❤❤❤

[@Excaliburhope]

One thing I wish the Catholics would do that the Mormons do is welcome you when you go to their churches. They will talk with you and make you feel at home. We can all learn a lot about God’s journey for us through the example this family is showing.

[@aussiejohn5835]

Well said 👏 I agree 100%

[@biancamontecarlo8295]

God Bless you and your Family

[@OurBackmanFamily]

Thank you!

[@dissolveillusions5682]

I immediately subscribe because out of all vlogs i watched you are the only one of the few who features the Simala Shrine..Salute!more blessings!! 🎉🥰🙏

[@siegfriedschlag4353]

Hallo ❤ gut gemacht,gefällt mir sehr danke 👍 wünschen dir noch ein schönes Wochenende ❤️Grüße Anne und Siggi 🔔 Abofreund 🔔🎹

[@annelinggo4211]

Wow your awesome❤❤❤...though your not catholic but you entered our church give full respect with our belief the same that when we visit your church which is the Mormon church we give so much respect😊❤❤❤...empressive backman family❤❤❤

[@thesocialspectrum2464]

Amazing Family 😊

[@diethercurato850]

Godbless your family ! 💗

[@ladyingrid8842]

I have teary eye😢 soon i will visit this place

[@ardytorres6464]

Salamat po 🥰🥰🥰

[@melerad2814]

Nice music....

[@nzsl368]

in addition to simala shrine, cebu also has basilica del santo niño (the only basilica in asia) and the temple of leah (a memorial to a husband's wife similar to taj mahal of india)

[@jboycaceres2871]

Susmaryusep, we have so many Basilicas in the Philippines. Of the approximately 1,800 minor basilicas in the world, the Philippines is home to 21. Asia has more or less 70 Basilicas, majority are in India. Yes India has an ancient Catholic community than the Philippines, called the Syriac Christians (Syro-Malabari Catholics and Syro-Malankara Catholics) .

[@jboycaceres2871]

Philippines Agoo Basilica Minore of Our Lady of Charity 1982 Philippines Badoc Basilica of Saint John the Baptist 2018 Philippines Batangas City Basilica of the Immaculate Conception 1948 Philippines Cebu City Basilica del Santo Niño 1965 Philippines Malolos Cathedral-Basilica of Our Lady of the Immaculate Conception 1999 Philippines Manila Metropolitan Cathedral-Basilica of the Immaculate Conception 1981 Philippines Manila Basilica of the Black Nazarene (Quiapo Church) 1987 Philippines Manila San Sebastian Church 1890 Philippines Manila Basilica of the National Shrine of San Lorenzo Ruiz (Binondo Church) 1992 Philippines Manaoag Basilica of Our Lady of the Rosary of Manaoag 2014 Philippines Naga City Basilica of the National Shrine of Our Lady of Peñafrancia 1985 Philippines Orani Basilica of Our Lady of the Rosary of Orani[13] 2019 Philippines Piat Basilica of Our Lady of Piat 1999 Philippines Quezon City Basilica of the National Shrine of Our Lady of Mount Carmel 2018 Philippines Quezon City Basilica of St Pedro Bautista[14] 2020 Philippines San Carlos Basilica of St Dominic de Guzman[15] 2022 Philippines Santa Maria Basilica of La Purisima Concepcion[16] 2021 Philippines Sinait Basilica of St Nicholas of Tolentino[17] 2021 Philippines Taal Basilica of St Martin of Tours 1954 Philippines Taguig Basilica of St Anne[18] 2022 Philippines Tayabas City Basilica of St Michael the Archangel 1988

[@nzsl368]

@@jboycaceres2871 thanks for the info & for pointing out the error 😊 i had really forgotten the details about it some years ago, when i posted this one if i'm not mistaken, basilica del sto. niño, a minor basilica in cebu city that was founded in the 1565 by fray andrés de urdaneta and fray diego de herrera -- is the oldest in the philippines and in the asia pacific region again, i stand corrected 😊

[@arfredvlog3546]

❤❤❤ soon

[@ladyingrid8842]

Onenof my bucketlist

[@cantonchannel2073]

wow

[@ChikaBerta0514]

I am always watching your vlog❤

[@ricmanalo434]

What a solemn place,nice music to go with it. Where's dad?

[@solomonpascuajr.4248]

sam is very smart and creative 😊

[@jen1956]

im a new subs, enjoy the Phils

[@blackswan640]

God bless your family! Love Joe Joe btw. ❤️

[@eldridnunez3329]

Sister thanks you for visiting my home town cebu you are bless of simala you are petition granted your family good health, successful you wish. Sister you beautiful place in cebu you injoy there you are visit batayan island to malapascua, medellin beach, aloginsan beach, Genatilan inambakan fall's, camotes Island or cave's, bohol chocolate hills or beanch, siquijor beach and water falls. Try visit beautiful places so bless visayas of God

[@eedueedu]

Jesus loves you

[@OurBackmanFamily]

Thank you! ❤️

[@nathblanca6280]

❤❤❤❤

[@marvindomingo6533]

I LOVE SAM AND BENNY BOY!!! ❤

[@MadiskartingbNanay]

Enjoy your Journey Guyss❤

[@ladyingrid8842]

Cutie Gracie❤❤

[@mariogallano1778]

Thanks you for visiting simala Catholic church in the true church of Christ, 33AD anno Domini first century, not 1914 only in punta sta ana manila only in the Philippines, keep up the good work 💯💪💖 and keep safe and good health 💯💪💖 GOD BLESS PO SA INYONG LAHAT 💓🙏🍒💖💯💪

[@josephramos3140]

Can't believed that Lily is only 12 yrs old😅 she's a tall American Girl. Btw Hi to precious Grace super cute little girl❤ bless u Fam, and takecare

[@sanieestuita7749]

Gwapo sam

[@tagabongtod5724]

you should visit inambakan falls. .

[@reycontreras2385]

We've been there yesterday 6-16-23

[@gericornista8133]

To me it's like a part of ShangriLa in the Lost Horizon movie!

[@jelynmerida282]

👍👏👏❤🇵🇭🇺🇸

[@antonioalfaro5749]

A word of Warning to the sickly and the aged, when you reach the top to see the Church to attend Mass, there is no restroom, CR or comfort room to relieved yourselves when you need to go, you have to go all the way down to do it. Congratulations to the Architects and Engineers who forgot that the pilgrims need a place to go when they need to. They should have a Big Sign there is no CR up there!

[@marivicremulla5540]

I think the besutifu inambakan falls is in cebu

[@Joju_8699]

I never thought Philippines Has this.

[@marianitapenaso9606]

Visit siargao island hoping

[@metlive7470]

Where else are u going in Cebu? Are u coming back to Manila or do island hopping in other areas of the Phils. U havent been to siargao, bohol, boracay, baguio and havent explored Metro Manila.

[@haochentrends]

Sam❤

[@marianitapenaso9606]

Add in your list siargao for scoreboarding alots you can do in siargao

[@adriennelopez3547]

You mean in sibonga simala

[@Shlomayo]

4:28 onwards: those are statues of angels, not of the Bl. Virgin.