30/05/2026
“ATOD” STO. CRISTO GRAND MARITIME PROCESSION.
The “Atod” Sto. Cristo Grand Maritime Procession is a cherished annual tradition of Barangay Dap-Dap, Legazpi City, symbolizing faith, unity, and thanksgiving among the coastal communities devoted to the beloved Sto. Cristo. The term “Atod” refers to the bringing back of the images of the patron saints from the neighboring barangays and sitios that participated in the “Sabat” Procession on May 29 and stayed overnight at Sto. Cristo Quasi-Parish.
This sacred tradition began in 1997 with the participation of thirteen neighboring coastal barangays and sitios: San Roque, Baybay, Pigcale, Sabang, Binanuahan 21 & 22, Victory Village Nos. 27 and 28, Puro, Sitios San Isidro and Guinapahan, Camella Special Community, and Dap-Dap as the host barangay. For nearly three decades, the procession has served as a powerful expression of gratitude for God’s blessings, particularly those bestowed upon the fishing communities and their families.
Now on its 29th year, the “Atod” Maritime Procession stands as one of the highlights of the Sto. Cristo Festival, which was formally established in 2001 as a testament to the growing faith and devotion of the people to the miraculous Sto. Cristo.
The tradition gained even greater significance when the Sto. Cristo Chapel was declared a Mission Church in 2021 and later elevated to Sto. Cristo Quasi-Parish in 2024 by our beloved Bishop of Legazpi, Most Rev. Joel Z. Baylon, DD. Through the years, and with the unwavering support and leadership of our Quasi-Parish Administrator, Jonnathan Calleja, in partnership with Dap-Dap Barangay Council and the Barangay Pastoral Council, both headed by Punong Bgy. Glenn J. Barcelon, the celebration has continued to grow, drawing more devotees and strengthening the bonds of faith among the participating communities.
As we celebrate the 29th “Atod” Grand Sto. Cristo Maritime Procession, we honor a legacy of devotion that has united generations and continues to inspire countless faithful to entrust their lives, hopes, and thanksgiving to our beloved Sto. Cristo. May this sacred tradition continue to flourish and guide our communities toward deeper faith, unity, and service to God.