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Ascension Sunday ReflectionsToday our Lord Jesus Christ ascended into heaven; let our hearts ascend with him. Listen to ...
16/05/2026

Ascension Sunday Reflections

Today our Lord Jesus Christ ascended into heaven; let our hearts ascend with him. Listen to the words of the Apostle: If you have risen with Christ, set your hearts on the things that are above where Christ is, seated at the right hand of God; seek the things that are above, not the things that are on earth. For just as he remained with us even after his ascension, so we too are already in heaven with him, even though what is promised us has not yet been fulfilled in our bodies.- Hallow.com

"The heart of man is very much like the sea, it has its storms, it has its tides and in its depths it has its pearls too...
16/05/2026

"The heart of man is very much like the sea, it has its storms, it has its tides and in its depths it has its pearls too." — Vincent van Gogh

The Black-Eyed Susan (Rudbeckia hirta) is a cheerful wildflower widely known as a symbol of encouragement, resilience, a...
15/05/2026

The Black-Eyed Susan (Rudbeckia hirta) is a cheerful wildflower widely known as a symbol of encouragement, resilience, and justice.
Its bright, sun-like yellow petals represent hope and light, while the bold, dark brown center signifies endurance, inner strength, and overcoming obstacles.

Pain, sadness and suffering are common experiences for all of us...a melancholy reality in our lives. However, our faith...
14/05/2026

Pain, sadness and suffering are common experiences for all of us...a melancholy reality in our lives. However, our faith in the Lord assures us of the hope he offers: "But your sorrow will turn to joy."
We trust in this promise because God always fulfill His word. - Bible diary Reflections

Feast of St. Mattias[The mission to love God and his people] There isn't much to say about Matthias, but one thing is c...
13/05/2026

Feast of St. Mattias
[The mission to love God and his people]
There isn't much to say about Matthias, but one thing is certain: he was qualified to replace Judas as an Apostle. According to the first reading, the qualification was "to be someone who had accompanied the apostles during all the time that the Lord Jesus went in and out among them. " This is what we celebrate about St. Matthias: his experience of being with Jesus. This is what made him holy. It's not only about being with the Lord, but also about witnessing that experience. Holiness involves not just that mystical, highly spiritual encounter with God; it also requires loving one another, as the Gospel reminds us today. Matthias was genuinely close to Jesus during his journey on earth, but that closeness must translate into the mission to love God and his people. May we all find inspiration today to translate our relationship with God into action, mission, and love for one another. -Reflections from Bible Diary 2026

"Every truth, if it really is truth, presents itself as universal, even if it is not the whole truth." — Cardinal Joseph...
13/05/2026

"Every truth, if it really is truth, presents itself as universal, even if it is not the whole truth." — Cardinal Joseph Ratzinger

11/05/2026

HOMILY | Tuesday of the 6th Week of Easter
Reading: Acts 16:22–34

Today’s reading from the Acts of the Apostles tells us about Paul and Silas being beaten, chained, and thrown into prison. They were not imprisoned because they did evil, but because they chose to do what was right and faithful before God.

Imagine their situation. Their bodies were wounded. Their feet were locked in chains. The prison was dark, cold, and hopeless. Yet the Bible tells us something surprising: “About midnight, Paul and Silas were praying and singing hymns to God.”

Not complaining. Not cursing. Not losing faith. They prayed. They sang. This is the power of deep faith. A person truly rooted in God may suffer, but does not easily lose hope.

Many people today are also living in different kinds of prisons.

Some are imprisoned by fear. Some by anxiety and depression. Some by anger, guilt, addiction, pride, or broken relationships. Others are imprisoned by poverty, sickness, or painful memories. Outwardly, they may look free, but inwardly they are chained.

The reading today reminds us: even in our darkest prison, God can still enter. At midnight—the darkest hour—an earthquake came. The prison doors opened, and the chains were broken. This is not only a physical miracle. It is also a spiritual message: God can break chains that human strength cannot remove.

Sometimes we think our problems are permanent. We say: “This is who I am already.” “This situation will never change.” “My family will never heal.” “I can never recover.”

But God specializes in opening locked doors. One sincere prayer can begin healing. One act of forgiveness can free the heart. One confession can remove years of burden. One encounter with God can change a life.

Notice also the jailer in the story.

At first, he was only doing his duty. But after witnessing faith in the middle of suffering, he asked one of the most beautiful questions in the Bible: “What must I do to be saved?”

The suffering of Paul and Silas became a testimony that led another person to God.

Sometimes your quiet faith during suffering becomes the light that leads others back to the Lord.

When your family sees you still praying despite hardships…still kind despite pain…still hopeful despite disappointments…you become a living witness that God is real.

And finally, the story ends not in despair, but in joy. The jailer and his family were baptized, and their home was filled with rejoicing.

This is what God does. He transforms prisons into places of grace. He turns pain into testimony. He changes darkness into light.

So today, let us ask ourselves: What chains in my life need to be surrendered to God? What prison inside me needs healing? Am I still able to pray even during midnight moments of life?

Brothers and sisters, midnight is not the end of the story. For those who continue trusting God, morning always comes.

"Under the open skies and among the fields, one finds the heart's true home."The countryside holds the key to simplicity...
11/05/2026

"Under the open skies and among the fields, one finds the heart's true home."
The countryside holds the key to simplicity, peace, and renewal.

11/05/2026

HOMILY | Monday of the 6th Week of Easter
Gospel: John 15:26–16:4a

In the Gospel, Jesus speaks about the Holy Spirit. He calls Him the Spirit of Truth.

That title is very meaningful for us today because we are living in a time when truth is often confused, distorted, and attacked. Many people no longer know whom to believe. Social media is full of noise, accusations, fake news, and disinformation. Lies spread quickly, while truth struggles to be heard.

And because of this, many hearts are becoming angry, divided, and confused.

That is why the words of Jesus today are very important: “The Spirit of Truth will guide you.”

The Holy Spirit is not the spirit of hatred. The Holy Spirit is not the spirit of blind fanaticism. The Holy Spirit is not the spirit of manipulation or deception. The Holy Spirit leads people toward truth, humility, wisdom, justice, and peace.

Today, I would like to speak in a special way to our lawmakers, especially those entrusted with making important decisions for our nation during this difficult time.

Dear members of Congress, your responsibility is very heavy. The decisions you make affect not only politics, but also the moral direction of our country. As you reflect on the impeachment issue before you, I humbly ask you: please pray deeply to the Holy Spirit.

Do not decide only according to political pressure. Do not decide only according to public popularity. Do not decide only according to personal ambition or fear.

Instead, ask: “What is true?”
“What is just?” “What is good for the Filipino people?” “What decision can I defend before God and before my conscience?”

Sometimes, the most difficult thing is not discovering the truth. The most difficult thing is remaining faithful to the truth when there is pressure all around us.

Remember: your vote is not only recorded in history. It is also seen by God.

And to all Filipinos, today’s Gospel is also a reminder for us.

We must pray more for our country. We must pray more for wisdom and discernment. We must be careful not to become instruments of lies, hatred, or division.

Not everything we read online is true. Not every loud voice speaks with wisdom. And not every viral message carries honesty.

Before we share information, let us verify. Before we judge, let us reflect. Before we speak harshly, let us pray first.

Because when truth disappears, trust also disappears. And when trust disappears, unity becomes difficult.

My dear brothers and sisters, our nation does not only need intelligent leaders. Our nation needs men and women guided by conscience and by the Holy Spirit.

So today, let us pray not only for our politicians, but for all Filipinos.

May the Holy Spirit enlighten our minds when we are confused. May He soften our hearts when we become angry. May He strengthen our conscience when we are tempted to choose convenience over truth.

And may the Spirit of Truth continue to guide our nation toward what is right, just, and pleasing to God.

Come, Holy Spirit. Guide our leaders.
Guide our people. Guide the Philippines.
Amen.

"Not all of us can do great things. But we can do small things with great love".-Mother Teresa
11/05/2026

"Not all of us can do great things. But we can do small things with great love".-Mother Teresa

On being a mother.. and more..
10/05/2026

On being a mother.. and more..

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