St. John, Apostle and Evangelist (December 27th) - Sw. Jana, Apostola i Ewangelisty
The scriptures repeat in varied ways that all things have been created for God.  For His greater glory should all creatures be employed, and through them will come His benediction and guardianship.  Before the parochial Mass offered on the feast of St. John, the pastor of every parish blesses a large quantity of wine, to be served to all present after the Mass, during which Christmas carols are joyfully sung.  Even the children receive their small shares.  This ritual commemorates two occasions-the wedding feast at Cana, where Christ changed water into wine; and the incident in St. John's life where he was given poisoned wine to drink by his enemies.  To the faithful the wine is a sacramental which is intended to prevent or cure throat illnesses.