What is the mission of a priest? Obviously, the priest is alter Christus, another Christ. In this sense he represents Christ and acts in the person of Christ especially in celebrating the sacraments. In St. John Marie Vianney, priests must find inspiration, particularly in drawing people...
THE account of the multiplication of the loaves (Mt. 14:13-21) offers an important lesson about divine providence. Faced with a large crowd in a deserted place, the disciples focused on the scarcity of available resources. Jesus, however, revealed that God's providence is not constrained by...
(Excerpt from the Homily of Most Rev. Romulo G. Valles, D.D., Archbishop of Davao, during the 61st Memorial of St. Benedict last July 11, 2026 at St. Benedict Priory, Ulas, Davao City.) The monastery here in Davao or in Digos the priory always my brothers and...
There are 3 kinds of lolas, the very good, the special and the special special. There are 3 kinds of lolos, the harmless, the cranky (saputon) and the normal. Grandparents have the same vision, dream and attitudes. Vision: Grandparents want their children and grandchildren to have...
ONE truth of our faith should never fade from our mind: God is always in control. No matter how confused the world becomes, no matter how badly we misuse our freedom, God remains the Lord of history. He allows evil because he respects the freedom...
(Excerpt from the Homily of Most Rev. Romulo G. Valles, D.D., Archbishop of Davao on the 412th Feast Day of St. Camillus de Lellis at SPMC Chapel of St. Camillus de Lellis, Davao City, last July 14, 2026.) To be Caritas Christi urget nos murag second...
The month-long celebration dedicated to nutrition this July is a blessing for us. This awakens us of the science and processes of obtaining and using chemical substances from food. Moreover, this impels us to take action in providing nourishment to the poorest of the poor in...
CHRIST said it plainly: “I will have mercy, and not sacrifice.” He made this declaration after some leading Jews accused his disciples of violating the sabbath by plucking ears of corn to satisfy their hunger. (cfr. Mt 12,1-8) With those words, Christ was teaching a fundamental...
(Excerpt from the Homily of Most Rev. Romulo G. Valles, D.D., during the La Flotilla de San Pedro, the Archdiocesan Grand Procession last June 27, 2026 at Agila Stage, San Pedro Square, Davao City.) Mosumpay ta sa fleet, Flotilla de San Pedro. Di na boat niya...
The parable of the Good Samaritan is not only about helping those in need, but it is also about choosing to be present. It is about drawing near with compassion, humility, and a heart that sees every person as a neighbor. In the Archdiocese of...