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”
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Lenten Recollection Alert! By Javier Gomez
We would like to invite anyone interested to a short Lenten Recollection this coming Saturday, March 7 from 10am to 12noon to be given by Fr. Robert Manansala OFM. Our goal for this brief talk is to take some time to reflect a little on the seeds that have been sown by Pope Francis. We’reContinue reading “Lenten Recollection Alert! By Javier Gomez”
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”
“Pope Francis is coming to town!”, The ABC’s of Catholic Doctrine By Lianne Tiu
Four more days to go – as we continue to find ways and means on how we can get close to the Holy Father or be a part in the meetings and Masses that he will be celebrating during his visit to the Philippines. Pope Francis is the Vicar of Christ on earth, the bishopContinue reading ““Pope Francis is coming to town!”, The ABC’s of Catholic Doctrine By Lianne Tiu”
Are you Catholic? Then stay in the Church, Pope says.
Pope Francis said that those waiting at the threshold of the Church without going inside are not true members of the Church, which Jesus established and on whom it is built. “We are citizens, fellow citizens of this Church. If we do not enter into this temple to be part of this building so thatContinue reading “Are you Catholic? Then stay in the Church, Pope says.”
The Pope’s 10 tips for Happiness By Jay Parini Reprinted from CNN Aug. 5, 2014
Just when I thought my amazement with Pope Francis had run its course, he did it again. In a long interview with an old friend who was writing for an Argentine magazine, the pope put forward a 10-point plan for happiness. From where I sit, it seems, well, pretty good if not perfect. Here areContinue reading “The Pope’s 10 tips for Happiness By Jay Parini Reprinted from CNN Aug. 5, 2014”
Five Tips for Parishes from Pope Francis:
Everything Pope Francis says is always so heartfelt, so quotable, so real. Reading through all of the speeches, homilies and messages that he gives is a real treat. If you don’t already, I recommend reading up on his activities at the Vatican website. Or check out news on Vatican Radio, News.Va or get the freeContinue reading “Five Tips for Parishes from Pope Francis:”
Pope Francis Reveals 10 Secrets to Happiness
Pope Francis has offered several tips for finding happiness in life. During his conversation with Argentinian weekly “Viva” to commemorate the anniversary of his early pontificate, the 77-year-old pope of the Catholic Church said that one should let everyone be themselves and it’s the first step peace and happiness, the Huffington Post reported. He saidContinue reading “Pope Francis Reveals 10 Secrets to Happiness”
“Communication at the Service of an Authentic Culture of Encounter,” MESSAGE OF POPE FRANCIS FOR THE 48TH WORLD COMMUNICATIONS DAY
Dear Brothers and Sisters, Today we are living in a world which is growing ever “smaller” and where, as a result, it would seem to be easier for all of us to be neighbors. Developments in travel and communications technology are bringing us closer together and making us more connected, even as globalization makes usContinue reading ““Communication at the Service of an Authentic Culture of Encounter,” MESSAGE OF POPE FRANCIS FOR THE 48TH WORLD COMMUNICATIONS DAY”
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