Mainstream religions in the Philippines aren’t exactly known for placing women and LGBTQ+ individuals in leadership positions. So when a photo of a female priest recently made the rounds on social media, it quickly caught the attention of Filipinos online.

Rayianne Maravilla uploaded the snap on his Facebook page after having attended Simbang Gabi at the Cathedral of the Holy Child, the traditional nine-day night masses in anticipation of Christmas.

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