Tag Archives: Grace
On Fasting
There is something about fasting that is liberating. We have a natural tendency, an instinct, to preen and look after ourselves. This often goes to extreme and people become too self-engrossed, thinking only of themselves. Fasting allows us to stop … Continue reading
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Why?
Watching the unfolding of events in the Philippines makes my heart bleed in sadness and frustration. Barely two weeks after the euphoric and joyful visit of Pope Francis, here we are again, entangled in the quagmire of the Mamasapano Massacre. How … Continue reading
Spiritual Blindness
Often, I see but do not understand; I hear but I do not listen. I am blinded by scales in my eyes. The scales of my pride and prejudices, of my weakness and sinfulness, of my biases and banality. I … Continue reading
The God of Surprises and Simplicity
God is not only a God of surprises but also a God of simplicity. He surprised me with the gift of life. And then sent His only Son to show me how to live that life to the fullest. He … Continue reading
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Touching Hearts and Changing Lives
The famous Manila Bay sunset signals the end for Pope Francis’ visit to the Philippines. There has been a great outpouring of grace and popular piety among the Filipinos in the past four days. Hundreds of thousands followed him everywhere … Continue reading
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Tagged Blessings, Grace, Service
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Pope Francis in Tacloban
He came. He saw. He compassioned with them. They came in droves, by the thousands, braving winds and rain. They came to see him, hear his words, and perchance to touch him. And how serendipitous that there would be a … Continue reading
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Tagged Grace, Poetry, Serendipity
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Musings on the Pope’s Philippine Visit
Like the many who gathered together to see Jesus as he returned to Capernaum, millions have come out to meet Pope Francis as he visits the Philippines. They have come to be blessed by his presence, to hear his message … Continue reading
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Welcome Pope Francis to the Philippines!
Pope Francis begins his Philippines visit today. Millions will come out to meet and greet him. They will be happy just to catch a glimpse of him, or hear his voice, or listen to his words. He will repeat his … Continue reading
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Tagged Grace, Hope
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A Personal Mission Statement
The poor always hope that today will be better than yesterday, And tomorrow better yet than today. We are all poor one way or another, Praying for the fulfillment for what is lacking in life. There has never been as … Continue reading
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Tagged Generosity, Grace, Poetry, Prayer
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Praying For Families
From the very beginning, God has declared that it is not good for man to be alone. Before He created man, He first created the plants and the trees that will provide man with food, clothing and shelter. Then He … Continue reading