When I was diagnosed as hypertensive last August, I realized the importance of having money saved for emergency purposes. Since it was unexpected, I was able to do a series of laboratory procedures as requested by my doctor without worrying where to get the money...
(An excerpt of the homily of the Most Rev. Romulo G. Valles, D.D., during the 22nd Sunday in Ordinary Time, launching of the Season for the Care of Creation, San Pedro Cathedral Parish, September 1, 2024) Karong Dominggoha kay prayer, di na scientists, di na mga...
In an age of rapid change and uncertainty, the enduring relevance of the Blessed Virgin Mary continues to shine brightly in the hearts of the faithful. The devotion to Maria Bambinella, celebrating Mary’s childhood, reminds us of her purity, humility, and steadfast faith—qualities that transcend...
WE are reminded of this duty in the second reading of the Mass of the 23rd Sunday in Ordinary Time, Year B. It’s from the Letter of St. James (2,1-5) There, St. James talks about the discrimination one practices when he treats a rich man...
GIVEN the rapid developments all over the world, we are faced with the big challenge of how to adapt ourselves to them without getting lost. Definitely, we are in for a very rough ride here, and we should just learn how to manage, not minding...
WE should always keep in mind God’s original will for us and do everything we can to fulfill that will of his. We should help one another to be aware of this fundamental condition of our life and to be faithful in effectively living by...
WHY? Because Christ is always around and is ever ready to help us in all our needs. Perhaps not always in the way we want it, but to be sure, he always cares for us even if we feel we do not deserve to be...
IF Christ is the pattern of our humanity, if we truly are meant to be “alter Christus” (another Christ), then we can also conclude that we are meant to also share the very powers of Christ. This thought can come to our mind when we consider...
THE earlier we realize this, the better for us. And that’s simply because Christ is the very pattern of our humanity. How he is should also be how we should be, not of course in terms of our physical appearance and other natural attributes that...
About 3 billion people worldwide saw the July 24 Paris Olympic opening program. As usual, the Olympic host nation tries to outdo the pageantries of the past Olympics. France wanted to show that it is ahead when it comes to art and culture. Part of...