Homosexual couples can love children the way heterosexual couples do; but children need more than love. They need the unique qualities and complementary natures of a father and a mother. The wisdom of thousands years and advanced researches conclude that the ideal marital and parental configuration is composed of one man and one woman. AllContinue reading “Children need more than love from their same-sex parents… The ABC’s of Catholic Doctrine By Lianne Tiu”
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Is Opus Dei Catholic? The ABC’s of Catholic Doctrine By Lianne Tiu
Opus Dei (Latin for “Work of God”) is an organization of the Roman Catholic Church that emphasizes the belief that everyone is called to holiness and that ordinary life is a path to sanctity. Opus Dei was founded in Spain in 1928 by the Roman Catholic priest Josemaria Escriva. It was approved by the bishopContinue reading “Is Opus Dei Catholic? The ABC’s of Catholic Doctrine By Lianne Tiu”
“Looking for what the family can do this summer?”, The ABC’s of Catholic Doctrine By Lianne Tiu
It is May, the month of Mary. A Marian pilgrimage can be a wonderful family event. We do not have to go on a journey to Lourdes, Fatima, Guadalupe, or Loreto. The family can make a trip to a Marian shrine or church in the city. We can choose an outdoor shrine or an areaContinue reading ““Looking for what the family can do this summer?”, The ABC’s of Catholic Doctrine By Lianne Tiu”
The ABC’s of Catholic Doctrine By Lianne Tiu
Not all can become rich, wise,famous, … yet, all of us are called to be saints! Our Lord wants all of us to be saints. He asks all men and women, without exception, to be perfect as His heavenly Father is perfect (Mat 5:48) To be holy is to be a good Christian. It isContinue reading “The ABC’s of Catholic Doctrine By Lianne Tiu”
Is it a lack of compassion to “deprive” people the “right” to divorce?, The ABC’s of Catholic Doctrine by Lianne Tiu
There is a move to legalize divorce in the Philippines. One of the arguments for divorce is the heartbreaking experience of domestic violence. We sympathize with spouses who are trapped in these dehumanizing marriages. In fact, we must offer them much love and support. Their isolated cases, however, cannot be regarded as general situation toContinue reading “Is it a lack of compassion to “deprive” people the “right” to divorce?, The ABC’s of Catholic Doctrine by Lianne Tiu”
“Are We Afraid To Touch the Poor?” The ABC’s of Catholic Doctrine By Lianne Tiu
Last February, Pope Francis asked pilgrims at St. Peter’s Square to reflect on how to help the needy. It is true we have dropped a few coins for the poor; we have given baskets to them during Christmas season; we have donated food and clothes during disasters; and some of us have organized foundations toContinue reading ““Are We Afraid To Touch the Poor?” The ABC’s of Catholic Doctrine By Lianne Tiu”
“All I wanna say is that they don’t really care about us.”, The ABC’s of Catholic Doctrine By Lianne Tiu
Michael Jackson’s song, “They don’t care about us,” reminds us of Pope Francis’ message for Lent about the “globalization of indifference.” We have become accustomed to the sufferings, poverty, and inequality of others; and they don’t affect or concern us anymore. We fail “to see the Lazarus sitting before our closed doors;” for there areContinue reading ““All I wanna say is that they don’t really care about us.”, The ABC’s of Catholic Doctrine By Lianne Tiu”
Would you feast or fast?, The ABC’s of Catholic Doctrine By Lianne Tiu
Our natural response is that we would like to feast. We want to enjoy life and avoid any sufferings. Yet, Jesus tells us: “If anyone wants to be a follower of mine, let him deny himself and take up his cross every day and follow me.” (Luke 9:23) We find it strange that God, whoContinue reading “Would you feast or fast?, The ABC’s of Catholic Doctrine By Lianne Tiu”
What can the poor share with the rich?, The ABC’s of Catholic Doctrine By Lianne Tiu
We know the rich has much to give to the poor. And we were taken by surprise when Pope Francis told those who give others to allow themselves to receive. At UST, he said: “Become a beggar. This is what you still lack. Learn how to beg. This isn’t easy to understand… Do you knowContinue reading “What can the poor share with the rich?, The ABC’s of Catholic Doctrine By Lianne Tiu”
What really is Responsible Parenthood?, The ABC’s of Catholic Doctrine By Lianne Tiu
Pope Francis was surprised and saddened that his words on responsible parenthood were misunderstood by some people. The concept of “responsible parenthood” appeared for the first time in the Vatican II document Gaudium et Spes , no. 50. Later, it was explained in depth by Blessed Paul VI (whom Pope Francis praised at Mall ofContinue reading “What really is Responsible Parenthood?, The ABC’s of Catholic Doctrine By Lianne Tiu”
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