In “Filipino Popular Devotions: Legacy of Five Centuries of Catholic Faith,” Bishop Mylo Hubert Vergara, D.D. and Erickson S. Javier explore the very interesting field of popular devotions, whose great potential remains to be mined by theologians and pastors alike. The Filipino people being “intrinsically religious,” they observe, these expressions of piety and religiosity not only serve as visible manifestations of our people’s faith but can also become “potent instruments for the New Evangelization,” especially as Filipinos bring these devotions with them in the global diaspora. At the same time, the authors point out areas for growth where these customs and traditions can still improve to become more “mission-oriented” and “socially conscious” as “an integral part of a holistic and dynamic Christian faith.” – from the Associate Editor’s Preface