As far as I can remember, since I was a child, the holy week starts with Palm Sunday, when we buy or make palms made from young coconut fronds and are brought to church to be blessed before the mass. We would go to church...
The 1st Station will be in the house of Amuman Estrella who passed away a month ago. Her daughter believes that Estrel would still want to open their home to the Way of the Cross just like when she was alive. The 2nd Station is...
Sa pagtatapos ng Marso (Women’s Month), heto na ang iba’t-ibang mukha ng pagpapasalamat na ipinadala ng ating mga readers. Congratulations sa lahat ng mga grumadweyt ngayong school year lalo na sa aming mga volunteers: Janin Uyan, Martin Capuno, at Jann Lang ng UIC. “Palangga jud ko sa...
We are now down to our last two things you should know about this season of Lent. 9) '40' IS A SIGNIFICANT NUMBER. References tell us that the number forty has many Biblical references: the forty days Moses spent on Mount Sinai with God (Exodus 24:18);...
It pays to travel light whether you are going on a vacation or business trip. Anyone can get through a trip to anywhere they want with nothing more than what they brought in their bag and extra money in their pockets. Packing too much is one of...
Malaysia, though a predominantly Muslim country, respects the practice of religion and the multiplicity of races. Though a minority, the Catholics have Churches to celebrate masses with. In Selangor, there is the St John Cathedral; in Melacca, there is also the St Paul Church which legend...
Last week, I have shared to you the difference between Fasting and Abstinence which we Catholics practice during the season of Lent. Now, let us learn about: Fat Tuesday and Palm Sunday 7. FAT TUESDAY (MARDI GRAS) Mardi Gras (French), or literally “Fat Tuesday” is a popular celebration...
What is the best thing about being a woman? [caption id="attachment_6238" align="alignleft" width="300"] Mother and Child Oil on Canvas by Herodion Lovino[/caption]Many say, “It’s motherhood!” Some declare, “It’s simplicity bounded by principles.” Others pronounce, “It’s the uniqueness of the contribution that she gives to the family.” March is Women’s...
Last week, I have shared to you the Biblical basis for abstaining from meat as a sign of repentance and the reason why Fridays are days of abstinence. We’ve been talking about fasting and abstinence lately but I know some of us may still don’t know...
DC Herald’s KNOT opens this March with stories of successes of ladies. Here is Ms. Gamao of Panabo. Thank you Jessa Antonette Lumangtad for sharing this article. A Gem in the Making MS. JOANNA MARIE SIM Gamao, Panabo How many times do we ask God “Why?” In the midst of...