Faith
What is the Greatest Commandment?
Tatanungin ka ba naman ng ano sa mga 613 na batas sa Torah ang pinaka ‘dakila’. Hinuhuli lang ng mga pariseo is Jesus sa tanong na yon. Kasi, sa paniniwala ng mga Hudyo, ang lahat ng kautusan sa Mosaic law ay dapat tupdin at wala dapat mas mabigat o mas dakila. Kinakailangan nilang masunod ang … Read more
Why We Should Belong To A Faith Community?
Catholic social teaching emphasizes that the human person is sacred — but also social. We were meant to live, grow and flourish in community. Even the author of Genesis reminded us that God said, “It is not good for the man to be alone.” We are created for each other. Spirituality, friendship and service are … Read more
Happy Birthday in Heaven?
Nasa langit na ba talaga sya? Assuming. Bakit andami daming nag po post sa social media (like Facebook) na binabati nila ang kanilang yumaong mahal sa buhay sa kanilang birthday at ina assume nila na nasa langit na sya? Tama bang i assume nating mga kristiano na at the moment na namatay ang isang tao … Read more
Is Visita Iglesia is the same as the “Seven Pilgrim Churches of Rome”?
The practice of visiting seven Christian Churches in Rome, also known as the “Seven Pilgrim Churches of Rome,”. It dates back to the early Christian period, although the specific origin and exact date are unclear. The tradition is believed to have started in the Middle Ages as a form of pilgrimage, with the seven churches … Read more
Did Jesus skip the fourth cup in the Jewish Passover Meal?
The four cups of wine are an important part of the Jewish’ Passover Seder meal, and each cup represents a different aspect of the Exodus story and the Jewish people’s journey to freedom. 1. The Cup of Sanctification This cup is the first one poured, and it represents the beginning of the Seder and the … Read more
Sunday Worship according to St. Justin Martyr.
Justin Martyr, also known as Saint Justin, was a Christian apologist and martyr who lived in the 2nd century AD. He was born in Palestine around the year 100 AD and was raised in a pagan family. However, he converted to Christianity after a personal encounter with a Christian elder, and he became one of … Read more
Are tattoos forbidden in the Catholic Church?
People get tattoos all over their body for various reasons, including: Self-expression: Tattoos can be a way for people to express their personality, beliefs, and values. Some people choose to get tattoos all over their body as a way to showcase their individuality and creativity. Cultural and religious significance: Tattoos can have deep cultural and … Read more
Ang ‘Penitential Thief’
Ang ikalawang huling salita ni Hesus. “Katotohanang sinasabi ko sa iyo, ngayon ay kakasamahin kita sa Paraiso”. Isalaysay natin ang buod ng pangyayari ayon sa ebanghelyo ni San Lukas. (23:39-43)“Tinuya rin siya ng isa sa mga salaring nakapako sa tabi niya, “Hindi ba ikaw ang Cristo? Iligtas mo ang iyong sarili at pati na rin … Read more
The Anunciation
The Annunciation refers to the announcement made by the Angel Gabriel to the Virgin Mary that she had been chosen by God to conceive and give birth to Jesus, the Son of God. The essence of the Annunciation is that it marks the beginning of God’s plan for the redemption of humanity through Jesus Christ. … Read more