WE can somehow draw this conclusion after reading that gospel episode where Christ asked Peter three times whether he, Peter, truly loved Christ. (cfr. Jn 21,15-19) After Peter assured Christ that he indeed loved Christ, Christ proceeded to describe the manner of death that Peter...
THAT’S when whatever causes us pain, suffering and sorrow is referred and united to the saving passion, death and resurrection of Christ. That sorrow, though always with some bitterness, would also assume the flavor of sweetness, something that is not only bearable but also lovable....
TO complete the statement, it’s only with God when we can be right and do right. That’s the ideal condition of our life here on earth, and we should just do everything to pursue that goal which would mean our perfection and fulfillment. Our life, whether...
WHENEVER we find ourselves in some helpless situation due to a persistent weakness—like the weakness of the flesh—or to some challenges and trials that are increasingly getting heavier each day, or to some misfortune that we find impossible to bear, then we should just insist...
WE should stick firmly to what Christ assured his disciples, and now us. Considering that our life here on earth is often referred to as a “vale of tears,” let’s avoid over-reacting to the heavy drama that we can expect in this life. Let’s relish these...
(Excerpt from the Homily of Most Rev. Romulo G. Valles, D.D., last May 10, 2026 on the 27th Parochial Fiesta of San Isidro Labrador Parish, Skyline, Catalunan Grande.) Karong pistaha, aron mouban satong mga emoji nga happy fiesta, mouban sa atong kaon unya, mouban unya sa...
The 60th World Day of Social Communications which we celebrate today, Ascension of the Lord Sunday, bears this theme, “Preserving Human Voices And Faces.” In his message, Pope Leo reminds us of the distinct and unique features of each person’s face and voice. These are...
A NUMBER of very meaningful considerations can be drawn from the Ascension of Our Lord into heaven. One is that with it we are reminded that like Christ, who is the pattern of our humanity and the redeemer of our damaged humanity, we actually came...
(Excerpt from the Homily of Most Rev. Romulo G. Valles, D.D., during the 10th Parochial Fiesta of Sta. Cruz Parish, Talicud Island, IGaCoS, May 3, 2026.) Dunay tulo ka importanteng batasan sa simbahan niadtong adlaw nga naa pa si Jesus. Tulo ka punto nga makatabang nato...
Humankind attributes its existence through the husband and wife in the family. Both of them have their distinctive roles to play. In this occasion, we are highlighting the role played by the wives who become mothers. The appreciation of such role becomes easier for us because...