Monthly Archives: February 2014

Prayer is Essential to My Life

Posted on February 8, 2014 by Spirit Moments

Prayer is as important to my life as food and water are. The natural rhythm that makes life possible includes moments of rest, a form of which is prayer. At the tiniest level, everything that exists is but a pulse … Continue reading →

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My Prayers, My Life

Posted on February 7, 2014 by Spirit Moments

How many evil things are done in the name of good intentions? A man gives his word of honor and he has a righteous and holy man beheaded just not to renege on his word. People commit themselves to some … Continue reading →

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Service Comes from the Spirit

Posted on February 6, 2014 by Spirit Moments

The last time we went home to the Philippines, it took us several days to pack our bags and get them ready for the trip. In addition, we had already shipped several boxes of the stuff we wanted to bring … Continue reading →

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Faith Seeking Understanding

Posted on February 5, 2014 by Spirit Moments

God must often be amazed by my lack of faith as Jesus was by the people from His own hometown. They questioned where he got His power and His wisdom, how He is able to do His mighty deeds, how … Continue reading →

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And the Rains did Come

Posted on February 4, 2014 by Spirit Moments

Last Sunday, there was rain all over the Bay Area. It was not enough to break the current drought but it was a much welcome break from the current severe dry spell the region is going through. Many people prayed … Continue reading →

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Proclaiming the Good

Posted on February 3, 2014 by Spirit Moments

There is often a strong urge in me to engage in gossip and idle talk. I sometimes derive perverse pleasure over the misery of others. I even gloat at their misfortunes, specially when I believe that some people just have … Continue reading →

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Presentation and Purification

Posted on February 2, 2014 by Spirit Moments

Today is the Feast of the Presentation of Our Lord – “a light for the revelation to the Gentiles.” According to Mosaic Law, “Every male that opens the womb shall be consecrated to the Lord.” Through my Baptism, I have … Continue reading →

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Abiding Presence

Posted on February 1, 2014 by Spirit Moments

As I look back at my life, I realize that there is nothing that I ardently prayed for that God did not grant me. All my fervent prayers have come to pass, often in measures and manner that I have … Continue reading →

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