One thing about the world nowadays is that it so chaotic. There are so many things happening that cause fear, anxiety and worry, Also, one cannot imagine how some leaders think and talk, as they have and influence millions of supporters. Yes, we have lost our moral compass – the right is made wrong and…
Category: Humility & Selflessness
Typhoons
It is said that the Philippines experiences around 17 to 19 typhoons a year. Hence very important to strengthen the house. Some tips are: strengthen the roof; strengthen the foundation; try to limit possibility of flooding; check the windows and plant big-growth trees near the house. In life also, we experience the storms. The Gospel…
A Holy Priest Means a Holy Flock
When Christ founded the Church, the very first thing he did was to give it authority. Why is this very important? Because all power belongs to God. Hence if the Church has been given authority, its power is from God. Some examples to illustrate: In the ministry of exorcism, the authority of the exorcist is…
Pearl of Great Price
One time I was having a animated conversation with a friend. We were reminiscing of the misadventures of the past yet the laughter was just as intense. After some time, a stranger approached us and said. “I will give a million pesos if only I could laugh like that.” My dear friends, all of us…
The Greatest
When one Googles the words, “I am the greatest”, the usual result is the quote said by Muhammad Ali way back in August 1963—six months before he won the world heavyweight championship. He passed away in June 2016 at the age of 74. In other words, you have a generation who doesn’t know him anymore;…
From Doubt to Faith
In every relationship, there will always sink in the reality of doubt. You give yourself, your time, talent and treasure. Will these ever be reciprocated? Some examples of typical doubt: Will my partner really be faithful? Will this lawyer win the case for me? Will my children be there when I grow old and sick?…
Love of Neighbor
One of the most difficult jobs is managing a residential building or a subdivision. Why? You deal with people with different personalities, different value systems, different stories, and different backgrounds. Hence, misunderstandings, conflicts and even fights among neighbors are part of the day to day realities of someone who manages these residential communities. In tomorrow’s Gospel,…
Ascension Day
Once I was mentored by an elderly priest and he would always say, “May misyon pa” (there still is a mission). A woman was able to recover from a chronic disease, he would say, “May misyon pa.” A man was able to recover from a motorcycle accident, “May misyon pa.” People in their 90s celebrating…
Bearing Fruit
One day last year we had a meeting among priests. Part of the agenda was to congratulate two priests for their long years of service to the ministry. One was celebrating 60 years in the priesthood and the other, an Italian, was celebrating 50 years. They reminisced of their long years of service and there…
Good Friday
Whenever we pray for the Novena for the deceased, there is a line that says, “Lord, help us to see death for what it really is.” This is an invitation that amidst our pain, sorrow, grief, and fears may we see the reason and beauty with death. Today we celebrate Good Friday. But again, how…
