Sincerity Toward God By Fr Elbert Balbastro, SSC The sacrament of reconciliation or hearing confession is one of the ministries that I appreciate the most. I am blessed to journey with the penitent and be reminded that God is always a loving and forgiving God who always embraces us when we return to him. As …
We are called upon to repent on our sins, to turn away from the things that keep us from God, to acknowledge our weaknesses and to seek the strength and guidance of the Holy Spirit. Remember, however, that Lent is not only about us but also about others. Act of charity in the season of …
Art recollection is a time of introspection, prayer, and reflection to find God’s presence in ones experiences expressed through drawing, coloring, painting or any other form of visual arts, and usually done with a group. The Color Palette of Way of the Cross By Fr. Jason Antiquera, SSC In Lenten Art Recollection Face-to-face Art …
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During the second year of the COVID pandemic, I had the chance to know some of the families in the area when I immersed myself in the locality and appreciated the nature around me. The landscape is incredible with the seas on one end and the farms leading up to the mountain on the other. …
“Love comes in many forms, and a romantic relationship is not the only kind to celebrate on this day. In fact, I believe that my schoolmates and professors in Loyola School of Theology (LST), and brothers and formators in the Columban House of Studies are my perfect Valentine.” Celebrating Valentine’s Day By Nadim Lumubos, Columban …
In retrospect, it’s a grace-filled moment to see dots from random moments and be capable of making connections. It’s like seeing in your mind how an unfinished tapestry would look like once finished. This is how I attempt to highlight the notable Columban imprints in my journey. Interconnecting the Dots by Karen M. Lanipao, Columban …
As we remember her on the 27th anniversary of her death, may her life and ministry remind us that we are called to be messengers of peace, joy and healing. If we reach out to others, we can break down barriers and taboos and bring about harmony and understanding. REMEMBERING Pilar Tilos By Liam O’Callaghan, …
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As we settle into 2023, we continue to devote ourselves to authentic interactions that bring out the best and, sometimes, the worst in us. As I journey into my seventh year of Columban formation, I share with you my reflection on the “Art of Listening.” The Art of Listening By Mosese Wasai Mitchell Yacalevu Columban Student …
Everyone wants to have a comfortable life, don’t we? But difficulties and adversities mold us to be strong and better Christians. They are a form of blessing one way or another. Blessings and the Beatitudes By Fr Erl Dylan Tabaco, SSC Homily, January 29, 2023- Fourth Sunday of Ordinary Time The word blessing reminds us …
“In reflecting together on the journey that has been made so far, we realize that another person’s experiences and perspectives, guided by the Holy Spirit according to the Preparatory Document, is at the service of the synodal journey. “ SYNOD ON SYNODALITY WE DO NOT COPY, WE CREATE By Marvin Salarda, Columban Student I …
