Dear Ate Emz, Mag usa na ka tuig sukad gikuha ang among inahan sa atong magbubuhat. Halos presko pa kaayo ang tanan. Na diagnosed ang akong inahan ug brain tumor. Gi operahan siya 2018 ug dili maayo ang outcome sa iyang operasyon. Hinoon gi abisohan na...
To build a better relationship with God, true repentance is essential. However, is it genuine repentance if I despise myself for sinning or merely feel regret? During the Youth for Christ 2024 Summer Youth Camp last June 14 & 15 at the SVD Seminary in...
[gallery link="file" size="full" ids="44934,44936,44935"] (By Nikki Rivera Gomez) It was in a seminar that I first listened to Fr. Paul Cuison as a resource person. He spoke about the stringent demands of discipleship, the “radical experience” of being called by God to service, humility and other virtues...
(This “History of Evangelization in the Archdiocese of Davao” is an ongoing project of the Archdiocesan Commission on the Cultural Heritage of the Church (ACCHC) under the supervision of Fr. Russell A. Bantiles, PhD, its current director.) (Second of two parts) Rolling their sleeves, the PME fathers...
“What does it truly mean to be joyful in hope?”, for three days and two nights, this question echoed throughout the convention. As a delegate, I couldn’t help but ponder this question. Attending the convention with no expectations, I—a recently appointed Youth Formation Ministry head—usually prefer...
This question popped into my mind while I was getting a haircut at a barber shop and watching a dating segment on a popular noontime TV show. During the question-and-answer portion, the host asked a contestant, “Ano ang ibig sabihin ng pagiging mature?” (What does...
(This “History of Evangelization in the Archdiocese of Davao” is an ongoing project of the Archdiocesan Commission on the Cultural Heritage of the Church (ACCHC) under the supervision of Fr. Russell A. Bantiles, PhD, its current director.) (First of two parts) As American historian John Hope Franklin...
In a viral photograph circulating on social media, Monsignor Julius Rodulfa holding Pope Francis’ hand, embodies the spirit of the Synod and the dedication of a true shepherd. This image was taken during a significant event in Rome, from April 29 to May 2, where Monsignor...
At the heart of many religious communities, seminarians stand as catalysts of spiritual devotion, preparing to become the spiritual leaders of tomorrow. These deacons continuously inspire their brothers and sisters in Christ, embodying dedication and faith. Rev. Cecilio Lope Canico from the Holy Family Parish reflects...
In 2014, during The Year of Consecrated Life, Pope Francis conveyed in Rejoice an encouraging message directed to consecrated men and women, by saying: ‘I want to say one word to you and this word is joy. Wherever consecrated people are, there is always joy!’ At...