Category Archives: Discipleship

A Joyful Sad Christmas

Posted on December 25, 2019 by Spirit Moments

Anabelle and I spent many joyous Christmases in this house. Christmas is a time for joy for many people. Gift-giving, often lavish and extravagant, helps to make the season bright. Yet, the first Christmas was very simple and literally poor. … Continue reading →

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On Sleep And Dreams

Posted on December 22, 2019 by Spirit Moments

Sleep in heavenly peace . . . . The angel of the Lord appeared to him in a dream . . . . The Gospel readings during the Christmas season are replete on stories about … Continue reading →

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Hail, Mary!

Posted on December 21, 2019 by Spirit Moments

Our usual image of Mary is that of a calm and collected lady. But I would imagine her otherwise during those days surrounding the birth of Jesus. Here was a young maiden betrothed to a man who was probably … Continue reading →

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What Child Is This?

Posted on December 20, 2019 by Spirit Moments

The Infancy narratives are among the most beautiful and moving of the stories in the Gospels. One can actually feel the peace, joy and love while reading them. These stories serve as the reason for the joy and happiness we … Continue reading →

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Thinking of St. Joseph and Tatang

Posted on December 18, 2019 by Spirit Moments

Today is the birthday of my father. It is strange that I have grown closer to him now in my old age. I often think about him and have felt myself be closer to him than ever. I have come … Continue reading →

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Options and Priority

Posted on December 8, 2019 by Spirit Moments

I hear many people these days talking of their priorities. There should never be a plural for priorities. By its very nature, a priority can only be single entity. What happens when one has several priorities? In case of conflicts … Continue reading →

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Saint Andrew, Apostle

Posted on November 30, 2019 by Spirit Moments

This is Saint Andrew’s Cross. Legend has it that Andrew told his executioners that he was not worthy to be crucified on the same cross style as Jesus, and persuaded them to alter the shape. Today is the Feast … Continue reading →

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Why The Church Is Holy

Posted on November 27, 2019 by Spirit Moments

This song is the theme of the movie “The Cardinal”, the story of a priest who faced temptations and challenges of moral dilemmas, the social issues of his times and the never-ending tests to his celibacy. He was not perfect … Continue reading →

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And Now The End Is Near

Posted on November 24, 2019 by Spirit Moments

Today id the end of the Liturgical Year. The Gospel is about the two thieves crucified alongside Christ. I posted what Jesus sag to the good Thief, “Today, you will be with me in paradise.” Some of my friends reacted … Continue reading →

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A Sacred and Holy Place

Posted on November 22, 2019 by Spirit Moments

Today, I was at the Apung Mamacalulu (Merciful Lord or Lord of Mercy) in Angeles City. We were invited by the current Rector of the Shrine, Fr. Raffy dela Cruz, to experience the place like we have never done before. … Continue reading →

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