<i>Pakikibaka at Pagsamba:</i> Country Report on the State of Practical Theology in the Philippines

Abstract The Country Report explores how various academic institutions have been vital in advancing Practical Theology in the Philippines since the EDSA Revolution in 1986. It highlights two main concepts: Pakikibaka, which deals with solidarity in struggles through theological methods, education, and pastoral care. Pagsamba focuses on worship elements like liturgy, liturgical songs, and preaching. These concepts help structure the report and showcase the contributions of theological schools to the growth of Practical Theology in the country. Key themes include the shifts toward inculturation and contextualization and pressing practical issues such as immigration, the Filipino diaspora, environmental concerns, and engagement in political and public spaces.