Tag Archives: Hope
How Can These Things Be
Jesus said to Nicodemus, ‘Do not be astonished that I said to you, “You must be born from above.” The wind blows where it chooses, and you hear the sound of it, but you do not know where it comes … Continue reading
The Real Presence
He said to them, “But who do you say that I am?” Simon Peter said in reply, “You are the Christ, the Son of the living God.” ~ Matthew 16:15-16 Everyday, ordinary, mundane activities – like making one’s bed every morning … Continue reading
Transfiguration
While he was praying his face changed in appearance and his clothing became dazzling white. ~ Luke 9:29 These are the waters of Lake Kiyangan in Coron, Palawan – calm, clear, cool. So clear, I can see the clouds and the sky … Continue reading
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Tagged Doing good, Hope, Suffering
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Mysterium Tremendum et Fascinans
Jesus began speaking in the synagogue, saying: “Today this Scripture passage is fulfilled in your hearing.” And all spoke highly of him and were amazed at the gracious words that came from his mouth. They also asked, “Isn’t this the … Continue reading
Posted in Character, Discipleship, Encounter, Environment, Nature, Photography, Relationships, Source
Tagged Beauty, Grace, Hope, Humility, joy
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The Business of Christmas
Christmas is good for business. The malls are filled with shoppers, loaded with their purchases. UPS will deliver 120 million packages this week alone. Fedex expects to deliver 317 million packages for the entire holiday season from Thanksgiving to New Year. … Continue reading
Posted in Family, Friendship, Love, Spirituality
Tagged Blessings, Choice, Doing good, Hope, joy
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Homeostasis
There are times I look at the world and I get worried about the incessant drive for more and more growth in business. I remember my own days in the corporate world, we used to plan for growth year after … Continue reading
To Be Alive is to Be a Person of Hope
To be alive, to be here, now, is the greatest gift of all. Life is so full of joyful and thrilling moments that we would never want it to end. And when the inevitable sad and difficult moments come, people … Continue reading
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Tagged Hope, Serendipity
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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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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
Musings on Life and Death During Advent
Life is a most wonderful gift and it is passed on to us, generation to generation. And life will always find a way to express itself in spite of all kinds of obstacles and difficulties. The roots of Jesus were … Continue reading