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Farewell, Fr. Joel . . .from SSAP Parish Pastoral Council

It seems only yesterday when you started out as Parish Priest and Spiritual Assistant. How time flies. On behalf of the Parish Pastoral Council, We thank you from the bottom of our hearts for being our Guardian Angel these past years. Thank you for opening doors for us, having the mutual desire to share God’sContinue reading “Farewell, Fr. Joel . . .from SSAP Parish Pastoral Council”

“CWL Will Always Remember You, Fr. Joel!,” by C. Quesada

Last April 5th the Catholic Women’s League gave Fr. Joel Sulse a despedida luncheon. He will soon leave for Rome for further studies. We find it hard to say good bye to someone like Fr. Joel because we have grown very fond of him. He always has a smile for those he meets. You willContinue reading ““CWL Will Always Remember You, Fr. Joel!,” by C. Quesada”

GOODBYE AND GODSPEED FATHER JOEL! from CCD

The ringing bells at the Parish Centre at 10.15am on Sunday, 6 April, heralded the end of classes; and the joyful shouts and laughter of children told their own story – the end of another school year at CCD (Continuing Catholic Development). It was also the day of a very special time in CCD’s history,Continue reading “GOODBYE AND GODSPEED FATHER JOEL! from CCD”

A Special Message from Fr. Joel Sulse, OFM

“I am deeply honored and humbly touched by the support and love accorded to me by you, my beloved parishioners. Day and night I asked the Lord for the graces you need; and I am convinced that God heard my voice and supplications for all of you. You have shaped my life as a FranciscanContinue reading “A Special Message from Fr. Joel Sulse, OFM”

“Blindness and Power Play” by Fr. Joel Sulse, OFM

“You were born a sinner and now you teach us!” This remark by the Pharisees to the man-born-blind is a very paralyzing and belittling statement. This is borne out of a certain bias against him since they believe that his physical disability is a product of a curse or a sin done by his ancestors.Continue reading ““Blindness and Power Play” by Fr. Joel Sulse, OFM”

“Vengeance, Violence …Love, Holiness” by Fr. Joel Sulse, OFM

Browsing through my files while preparing my reflections for this Sunday, I asked to reprint this reflection of mine about Mt. 5:38-38. Paving our way to the road of the Lenten season, I feel that the thoughts here will help focus ourselves with the beauty of the Law and human relationships. It goes with theContinue reading ““Vengeance, Violence …Love, Holiness” by Fr. Joel Sulse, OFM”

“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”

“Solemnity of Christ The King: The King Who Saves”, By Fr. Joel Sulse, OFM

The underlying spirituality here is despite our wickedness and misgivings, the love of Christ will always be overflowing in us. But like the repentant thief in the gospel, we need to recognize in faith the kingship of Jesus and His holy operations and intents. We celebrate this Sunday the Solemnity of Christ the King. TheContinue reading ““Solemnity of Christ The King: The King Who Saves”, By Fr. Joel Sulse, OFM”

“Faith: The Key to a Real Thanksgiving”, by Fr. Joel Sulse, OFM

St. Paul in his letter to Timothy tells us that God will never deny us, and He remains faithful no matter how unfaithful we are as human persons. Therefore, let it be an encouragement for all of us on how we can follow the spirit of God. “Where are the other nine? Has none butContinue reading ““Faith: The Key to a Real Thanksgiving”, by Fr. Joel Sulse, OFM”