Monthly Archives: January 2013
The Best Is Yet To Come
In the face of his feebleness, man often is driven by that desire, often intense, to be in control. But the longer I live, the more I realize I am not in control. I can only try to make the … Continue reading
Good News!
Then Jesus, filled with the power of the Spirit, returned to Galilee, and a report about him spread through all the surrounding country. He began to teach in their synagogues and was praised by everyone. When he came to Nazareth, … Continue reading
Alone Wtih God
I start my day with some moments being alone with God. Early in the morning, before the busyness of the day starts, I pray. I pray that I see God’s face but never have I seen his face. All I … Continue reading
There is Always Something To Learn
It is early Tuesday morning, I am at my prayers. Jane is in our bed snuggling up to Lola, engaged in early morning small talk. The world is at peace and things are unfolding as they should. Another day ahead. … Continue reading
American Legacies to the Philippines
I have now been living in the US for five years now. I am continually amazed at the great diversity in the society. It is amazing how people of so many diverse cultures, languages, religion and race can live together … Continue reading
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Tagged Beginnings, Blessings
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The Epiphany: When, Where, How Do I See God?
Today is the Feast of the Epiphany, traditionally known as the Feast of the Three Kings. They certainly were not kings and it is not certain if there were indeed three. But like the wise men that they were, they … Continue reading
Living The Moment
Life is all about relationships. All relationships begin with an encounter. Every encounter happens only in the present. Living the moment means being totally present in the here and now. Often, impatience gets the better of me and I would … Continue reading
What Am I Looking For?
We are each born into specific circumstances. The place and the family we are born into is a given over which we had no choice. The talents and abilities we are born with are also a given which we can … Continue reading
The Spirit Within Me
Life is difficult and also very fragile. Life is precious not because it is unchangeable but because it is so vulnerable. I am one of a million possibilities and yet I am the one who made it. I could have … Continue reading
Posted in Life, Presence, Spirituality
Tagged Faith, Generosity, Hope, Love, Suffering
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Hail Mary, Mother of God
http://youtu.be/LvtTTr0-vmU Yesterday, January 1st was the solemnity of Mary, Mother of God. This video captures the love and devotion that the Kapampangan have for Mary as Mother of God, adopting her as their own Ima and Indu. No other words … Continue reading