Dear brethren in christ,
Some people may ask, why this blog is not updated for several days? Yes, it is true that i was away from the interenet. Because i was in the sea, travelling Cebu to Manila. it took around 25 hours to travel. Not only that, after spending 25 hours on the big ship, we still had to travel around three to four hours. It was very tiresome trip.
You...
30 April, 2011
26 April, 2011
Pope Benedict answers questions about suffering, comatose persons, persecution
Historic Q&A
Vatican City (CNA/EWTN News) -- Making broadcasting history on Good Friday by becoming the first pontiff to be on a TV Q&A program, Pope Benedict XVI appeared in the Italian pre-recorded show "In His Image," responding to seven questions sent from around the world about suffering, coma, persecution of Christians, the resurrection and Mary.
The...
25 April, 2011
Some words about priesthood
And all men are ready to pass judgement on the priest as if he was not a being clothed with flesh, or one who inherited a human nature.
...
Christianity Is Based on Historical Event, Pope Affirms
Delivers Easter Greetings in 65 Languages VATICAN CITY, APRIL 24, 2010 (Zenit.org).- Speaking from the central balcony of the Basilica of St. Peter's, Benedict XVI once again affirmed today that Christianity is based on the historical event of the Resurrection.
In his Easter message, which he delivered before imparting his blessing "urbi et orbi" (to the city of Rome and the world), the Pope stated that "the resurrection...
24 April, 2011
Happy Easter to you
Dear beloved brothers and sisters
May the peace of the risen Lord be with you. I was so busy these days as in our place there were thousand of pilgrims come to participate the Holy Mass and Stations of the cross. I learned that people are more willing to search happiness by fulfilling their spiritual needs. It seems that many of them are aware of their needs, which can...
Pope: Satan Again Sifting the Disciples Like Wheat
Calls for Christian Unity at Mass of the Lord's Supper ROME, APRIL 21, 2011 (Zenit.org).- Benedict XVI said at this evening's Mass of the Lord's Supper that, as Christ told Peter, "Simon, Simon, behold, Satan demanded to have you, that he might sift you like wheat," today "we are once more painfully aware that Satan has been permitted to sift the disciples before the whole world."
In the Basilica of St. John Lateran, the cathedral of...
Faith in God Begins With Creation, Says Pope
Delivers Homily at Easter Vigil in St. Peter's VATICAN CITY, APRIL 23, 2011 (Zenit.org).- Faith in God and in the events of salvation history must necessarily begin with a belief in God's role as Creator, says Benedict XVI.
In his homily at the Easter Vigil, held tonight in St. Peter's Basilica, the Pope asked, "Is it really important to speak also of creation during the Easter Vigil? Could we not begin with the events in...
Cross Is Not Just for Believers, Says Preacher
Asks What Christians Can Offer Those Without Faith VATICAN CITY, APRIL 22, 2011 (Zenit.org).- The mystery of the redemption extends beyond our faith in it; the cross is not just for believers but for everyone, since Christ died for all.
These reflections were offered today by Capuchin Father Raniero Cantalamessa, preacher of the Pontifical Household, in his homily during the celebration of the Passion of the Lord.
Benedict XVI celebrated...
19 April, 2011
You are Called
There is no
dishonor
in feeling
that you may
be called
to the
religious life
and find
you were
mistaken. The real shame
is having
been called
and
not having answer...
Help me to Know (Prayer for Vocation)
You gift me with all the good gifts that make me the person you created me to be. Help me to know and find your will and to trust that you will help me to understand the path you call me to journey in life. Where there is doubt give me courage. Give me a heart open to your quiet voice so I can hear your call to me. Help me to know your faithfulness...
18 April, 2011
"Whatever happened to St. Christopher? Is he still a saint?"
Before the 1969 reform of the Roman calendar, Christopher was listed as a martyr who died under Decius. Nothing else is known about him. There are several legends about him including the one in which he was crossing a river when a child asked to be carried across. When Christopher put the child on his shoulders he found the child...
17 April, 2011
Is there a Feast day for every day of the year?
Well, yes and no. The official Roman calendar of feast days for celebration by the Universal Church (in other words, all over the world) does not have a saint's feast day every day. The Church chooses saints to be celebrated worldwide very carefully -- they must have a strong message ...
16 April, 2011
Philippine priest in ancient battle with 'demons'
AFP/File – Philippine Catholic priest Father Jose Francisco Syquia, head of the Manila Archdiocese's Office … by Jason Gutierrez – Thu Apr 14, 4:03 am ET ...
What is a patron saint?
Patron saints are chosen as special protectors or guardians over areas of life. These areas can include occupations, illnesses, churches, countries, causes -- anything that is important to us. The earliest records show that people and churches were named after apostles and martyrs as early as the fourth century. Recently, the popes have named patron saints...
15 April, 2011
Do Catholics pray TO saints?
We pray with saints, not to them.
Have you ever asked anyone to pray for you when you were having a hard time? Why did you choose to ask that person?
You may have chosen someone you could trust, or someone who understood your problem, or someone who was close to God. Those are all reasons we ask saints to pray for us in times of trouble....
14 April, 2011
Is keeping statues or pictures of saints idolatry?
Look at the pictures of your loved ones in your wallet or around your home or office. Why do you keep these particular pictures? You might answer that you carry those pictures to remind you of people you love, to help you feel that they're close to you when you're not together,...
13 April, 2011
Options for the Washing of Feet
ROME, APRIL 12, 2011 (Zenit.org).- Answered by Legionary of Christ Father Edward McNamara, professor of liturgy at the Regina Apostolorum university. Q: What is a priest, in a one-priest parish, to do on Holy Thursday when he cannot kneel down for the Washing of Feet? What are the options? -- J.K., Opelika, Alabama
A: This is probably going to be an increasing...
When did the Church start honoring saints?
By the year 100 A.D., Christians were honoring other Christians who had died, and asking for their intercession. Many people think that honoring saints was something the Church set up later, but it was part of Christianity from the very beginning....
12 April, 2011
All About Saints
Exactly how many saints are there?
How does the Church choose saints?
When did the Church start honoring saints?
Is keeping pictures and statues of saints idolatry?
Do Catholics pray TO saints?
What is a patron saint?
Is there a Feast...
06 April, 2011
iCriticize
These days some people claim that they are very humanly person, they donate, they do a lot of charitable works in the name of goodness. Some go to church because there is a gathering of rich people so that they might be able to mingle with them, therefore the opportunities shall be open up to them.
Some women participate...
CALLING HEAVEN
Thank you for calling Heaven,
For English, press 1.
For Spanish, press 2.
For all other languages, press 0.
Please select one of the following options:
Press 1 for Requests.
Press 2 for Thanksgiving.
Press 3 for Complaints.
Press 4 for all other inquiries.
I am sorry; all of our angels and saints are busy helping
other sinners right now. However, your prayer is important
to us, and we will answer it in the order it was received.
Please...
A Real Man and A Real Woman
A Real Man... Is wise, yet humble.
Doesn't put others down with his actions, words or strength. He affirms and builds others up.
Protects those who cannot protect themselves.
Respects and appreciates a young lady's purity and innocence.
Is not ashamed to live and act differently from the world in order to guard himself.
Treats his sisters and mother with great respect.
Is a polite gentlemen...
05 April, 2011
PARENTHOOD TEST
How to know whether or not you are ready to have children
MESS TEST:
Smear peanut butter on the sofa and curtains. Place a fish stick
behind the couch and leave it there all summer.
TOY TEST:
Obtain a 55-gallon box of Legos. (If Legos are not available, you
may substitute roofing tacks). Have a friend spread them all over
the house. Put on a blindfold. Try to walk to the bathroom or
kitchen. Do not scream (this could wake a child at...
04 April, 2011
THE PRESSED LEAF
A little boy opened the big and old family Bible with fascination,
he looked at the old pages as he turned them. Then something fell
out of the Bible and he picked up and looked at it closely. It
was an old leaf from a tree that has been pressed in between
pages.
"Momma, look what I found," the boy called out.
"What have you got there, dear?" his mother asked.
With astonishment in the young boy's voice he answered, "It's
Adam's...
03 April, 2011
THE TWO EVIL BROTHERS
There were two evil brothers. They were rich and used their
money to keep their ways from the public eye. They even
attended the same church and looked to be perfect Christians.
Then, their pastor retired and a new one was hired. Not only
could he see right through the brothers’ deception, but he also
spoke well and true, and the church started to swell in numbers.
A fund-raising campaign was started to build a new assembly.
All of a...
02 April, 2011
15 BIBLICAL WAYS TO ACQUIRE A WIFE
Find an attractive prisoner of war, bring her home, shave her
head, trim her nails, and give her new clothes. Then she’s
yours.
—Deuteronomy (Deuteronomy 21:11-13)
Find a prostitute and marry her.
—Hosea (Hosea 1:1-3)
Find a man with seven daughters, and impress him by watering his
flock.
—Moses (Exodus 2:16-21)
Purchase a piece of property, and get a woman as part of the
deal.
—Boaz (Ruth...
01 April, 2011
KNOCK & THE DOOR SHALL BE OPENED TO THEE...
A pastor went out one Saturday to visit his church members. At
one house it was obvious that someone was home, but nobody came
to the door even though the pastor had knocked several times.
Finally, the pastor took out his card and wrote “Revelations
3:20” on the back of it, and stuck it in the door.
{Behold, I stand at the door and knock. If anyone hears my
voice and opens the door, I will come in to him and dine with
him and him with...
