January 2025

To Persevere: The Path to a Stronger Life

By Fr. Elbert Balbastro My mom has always held a special place in my heart. Though we are far apart,  our interconnectedness will always remain – like an umbilical cord that binds us  and makes us  one. Through my parents, especially my mom, I came to know Jesus Christ. She taught me how to pray …

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Stitch By Stitch: A Journey of Discovery, Connection, and Healing

By Lilibeth Sabado, Columban Lay Missionary In August 2023, I arrived in El Paso after a 6-month language immersion in Cochabamba, Bolivia. Then I underwent a seven-month tedious visa application process. This process included a trip to Manila in March 2024 for consular appearance, biometrics, and an interview. Upon returning, my religious visa granted me …

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