Most of the images of Jesus we see in our churches are those of the Sto. Niño, the Sacred Heart and Christ the King — all with crown and scepter, symbols of power. We seldom see an image of Jesus, the Good Shepherd, carrying a lamb on his lap or on his shoulders, or leadingContinue reading ““I am the Gate of the Sheep” by Fr. Jesus Galindo, OFM, A Sunday Gospel Reflection on the 4th Sunday of Easter (A)”
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“Lent and the Sacraments of Baptism and Penance” by Fr. Jesus Galindo, OFM
LENT AND THE SACRAMENT OF BAPTISM Many of the biblical readings at Mass during this season of Lent can hardly be understood unless we keep in mind the institution of the catechumenate and the religious instruction which the catechumens, i.e., the candidates for baptism, received during the first part of the Mass. One could becomeContinue reading ““Lent and the Sacraments of Baptism and Penance” by Fr. Jesus Galindo, OFM”
“Whoever Believes in Me Will Never Die”, by Fr. Jesus Galindo, OFM
Water→Light→Life. There is a steady crescendo, a growing intensity, in the gospels of the last three Sundays—all from St. John. On the third Sunday of Lent, Jesus was portrayed as the living water that gave new life to the Samaritan woman and to her town mates. Last Sunday, fourth of Lent, Jesus was the life-givingContinue reading ““Whoever Believes in Me Will Never Die”, by Fr. Jesus Galindo, OFM”
Can God do anything? Is he almighty?
“For God nothing is impossible” (see Luke 1:37). He is almighty. Anyone who calls on God in need believes that he is all-powerful. God created the world out of nothing. He is the Lord of history. He guides all things and can do everything. How he uses his omnipotence is of course a mystery. NotContinue reading “Can God do anything? Is he almighty?”
“Stay awake… Be prepared” by Fr. Jesus Galindo, OFM
“Prepare the way of the Lord.” The way of the Lord is none other than our way of life. As early as September 1, there were Christmas carols being played on radio. The department stores began to display Christmas cards, trees, lights, and all sorts of Christmas décor. Now comes the Church liturgy and announcesContinue reading ““Stay awake… Be prepared” by Fr. Jesus Galindo, OFM”
“Money Fills Your Pocket But Empties Your Heart”, Fr. Jesus Galindo, OFM
As long as we are ruled by greed and selfishness, we only think of ourselves and our welfare. But as soon as Jesus takes hold of our life, we begin to think about the needs of others. Luke’s gospel can very well be called the “Gospel of the Underdog.” Jesus consistently shows his love andContinue reading ““Money Fills Your Pocket But Empties Your Heart”, Fr. Jesus Galindo, OFM”
“Master, I want to see!” by Fr. Jesus
We are spiritually blind, 1)when we fail to see, or to admit, our faults, our shortcomings, our pride, our selfishness; 2)when we fail to see, or refuse to see, the needs of our fellowmen, the plight of the poor, the sick, the hungry and the jobless; 3)when we fail to see Christ in our brothersContinue reading ““Master, I want to see!” by Fr. Jesus”
“The Kingdom of God is at Hand” by Fr. Jesus
Unlike earthly kingdoms, God’s kingdom is not made of gold, glitter and glamour. No castles, cavalry or courtiers there. In today’s gospel we hear the opening words of Jesus at the start of his public ministry. As in a relay marathon, wherein a runner takes over the baton from another and carries on with theContinue reading ““The Kingdom of God is at Hand” by Fr. Jesus”
“Give Us This Bread Always” by Fr. Jesus
They were looking for him, not because of their faith and love for him but because he fed them. (We might pause right here for a while to reflect on our own motivation in following Jesus, in coming to mass, in joining church activities, etc.) For five consecutive Sundays, we will be reading almost inContinue reading ““Give Us This Bread Always” by Fr. Jesus”
“God so loved the world…” by Fr. Jesus
Love is measured by its cost, that is, by how much we are willing to sacrifice. The fourth Sunday of Lent has a festive character. It comes as a break in the Lenten penitential mood: “Rejoice, Jerusalem! Be glad for her!” exclaims the entrance antiphon. Some of us, many perhaps, will say: What good reasonContinue reading ““God so loved the world…” by Fr. Jesus”
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