Articles – Santuario de San Antonio Parish

In All Things Give Thanks by Mark Lim

“I am thankful to God that he brought me to Makati City Jail!” (inmate, MCJ) Those unbelievable words were uttered by more than a few of the residents of MCJ – yes you read it right! Prisoners expressing gratitude for one of the most undesirable of outcomes – landing in jail. Those words have neverContinue reading “In All Things Give Thanks by Mark Lim“

GOSPEL WAY OF LIFE by Fr. Adam E. Dalac, OFM

Talking about the Gospel way of life is like singing my favourite song with a delightful tune. Basically because it is the core of our identity as Franciscans. The gospel way of life is the form of life handed over to us by our seraphic father Saint Francis of Assisi. Francis wrote for himself andContinue reading “GOSPEL WAY OF LIFE by Fr. Adam E. Dalac, OFM“

All Because of God’s Grace by Fr. Mark Adame Bakari, OFM

Vocation to the religious life and to the priesthood is a gift. It is a gift that is both unmerited and undeserved. It is not something that we earn nor is it something that we are entitled to. Instead, it is all because of God’s graciousness. Here we see that we who are ordained areContinue reading “All Because of God’s Grace by Fr. Mark Adame Bakari, OFM“

Humility and Ministry by Fr. Baltazar Obico, OFM

From the very beginning of its foundation as Order in the Church, the title of the Superior of the Franciscan Order has been Minister General and, for any of their independent entities, Minister Provincial. The title itself is reflective of what leadership authority meant to Francis. This is particularly evident when compared to other religiousContinue reading “Humility and Ministry by Fr. Baltazar Obico, OFM“

“Feast of the Lord’s Baptism” by Fr. Baltazar Obico, OFM

NEW LIFE WITH CHRIST Incorporation into the Church and Sharing in the Trinitarian Life In baptism, we are made “beloved children” of the Father. The word padrino or ninong comes from the church-religious vocabulary to mean godparents, someone who will assist the parents of the child in order that the baptized child grows to beContinue reading ““Feast of the Lord’s Baptism” by Fr. Baltazar Obico, OFM”

“I was in prison and you visited me…” Matthew 25:37

This Sunday is the end of National Correctional Consciousness (NACOCO) Week a national celebration held in correctional institutions across the country. For one week, the inmates through their supporters hold activities among themselves and for their families and friends. In our parish the Prison Ministry would like to take this opportunity to share with youContinue reading ““I was in prison and you visited me…” Matthew 25:37”

“Manifestation of God (in our Beloved Pope and in Us)” (Mt. 2:1-12), by Fr. Joel Sulse, OFM

Jesus is now the evident manifestation of the Father who wants to share His unconditional love and faithfulness with all of us. This first Sunday of the year is designated by our Church as the Solemnity of the Epiphany of the Lord. This means the manifestation of our God to us. How did this revelationContinue reading ““Manifestation of God (in our Beloved Pope and in Us)” (Mt. 2:1-12), by Fr. Joel Sulse, OFM”

“A BLESSED New Year (2014) to all!” by Fr. Efren Jimenez, OFM

Isang makakalikasan at makatarungang Bagong Taon sa lahat! Mabuhay ang pamilyang Filipino! When people treasure life than despise it, when people affirm and speak values to one another, when people know they are brothers and sisters, and they keep looking for reasons to have faith in God, then family life becomes a solid place forContinue reading ““A BLESSED New Year (2014) to all!” by Fr. Efren Jimenez, OFM”

“The Birth of Jesus: An Embodiment of God’s Humility”, by Fr. Reu Galoy, OFM

Simply put, our salvation is not exclusively dependent on the divine initiative in the sense that we are completely passive recipients of this salvation. God saves humanity only through their cooperation and fidelity. It is quite difficult to think of a God who is almighty and powerful yet humble in many ways. As human beingsContinue reading ““The Birth of Jesus: An Embodiment of God’s Humility”, by Fr. Reu Galoy, OFM”

“3rd Sunday of Advent: Rejoice, the God is Near”, by Fr. Baltazar Obico, OFM

Real joy is no longer linked with possession of some object. Rather it is God coming in history that is the reason for rejoicing. Nothing can tarnish this joy; not even suffering and trial. Introduction The latest count is around 6 thousand dead, some 1700 missing and 20,000 families still in evacuation centers. The wholeContinue reading ““3rd Sunday of Advent: Rejoice, the God is Near”, by Fr. Baltazar Obico, OFM”