TO be truly a Christian, we have to aim at nothing less than becoming “another Christ.” But before that fullness of Christian life can be achieved, we need to have an encounter with Christ and learn to follow him, that is, to be his disciple. Encountering...
SOME people treat discipleship the way they shop for a new phone plan. They want unlimited blessings, free miracles, guaranteed happiness, and absolutely no hidden charges. Then Jesus comes along in Luke 9:57–62 and politely ruins the marketing campaign. A man eagerly declares, "I will follow...
MANY admire sincerity, bluntness, and “being real,” but the Gospel reminds us that authenticity alone is never enough. A person may pride himself on having no hidden agenda, yet still fail to recognize God standing before him. The tragedy of our age is not only...
THE episode recorded in Luke 9:46–50 reveals a recurring tension among Christ's disciples. Although Jesus had just foretold his coming passion, they were preoccupied with a different concern: who among them should be considered the greatest. Their argument exposed how deeply human ambition and worldly...
(Excerpt from the Homily of Most Rev. Romulo G. Valles, D.D., during the 75th Fiesta and Founding Anniversary of Holy Cross of Davao College.) Certainly, what is Holy Cross of Davao College? Work particularly work of the Lord, handiwork of the Lord which has been with...
On September 27, 2026, the Church celebrates the 40th National Migrants’ Sunday, 112th World Day of Migrants and Refugees and National Seafarers’ Sunday (observing the 31st National Seafarers’ Day), carrying the theme, “Even Just One of These Children,” drawn from Matthew 18:5: “Whoever welcomes one...
TO judge artistic nudity ethically, we need first principles, not mere taste. Without clear concepts, discussion slips into emotion, confusion, or ideology, losing sight of the person entirely. St. John Paul II offers a key insight: nudity finds its proper home in interpersonal communion. The body...
TALK is cheap. Obedience is priceless. That is the sharp edge of Christ's parable in Matthew 21:28-32. A father asks two sons to work in the vineyard. The first bluntly refuses but later changes his mind and goes. The second politely agrees but never shows up....
THE Gospel of Friday of the 25th Week in Ordinary Times (cfr. Lk 9,18-22) delivers a turning point. Jesus asks a question that cuts through every distraction: “Who do you say that I am?” Peter answers with inspired clarity: “The Christ of God.” But almost...
LUNCHTIME often gives us a welcome pause from the demands of the day. Between meetings, classes, or errands, it offers a few quiet moments to nourish not only the body but also the soul. The Gospel of Thursday of the 24th Week in Ordinary Time...