Prayer is a relationship
LUKE is often considered the Gospel of Prayer. One commentator cited 16 instances in Luke where Christ was praying.
LUKE is often considered the Gospel of Prayer. One commentator cited 16 instances in Luke where Christ was praying.
BEING a contemplative in action is sometimes described as having the Mary (the contemplative) and the Martha (the active) principles in us. Today’s Gospel is a simple and yet deep portrayal of the clash of these two principles.
FOR today’s Gospel, one of the points for prayer that made a lasting impression on me was made by Fr. Howard Gray, SJ, during a retreat.
I ALWAYS look forward to July as Ignatian month, July 31 being the feast day of St. Ignatius of Loyola, founder of the Society of Jesus and patron saint of retreats.
“Who do you say that I am?” This is a question that lies at the core of our Christian faith. Who is Christ to us in a very personal way?
TODAY is sinners’ Sunday. The readings are powerful, showing three of the most beloved and admired figures in scripture: David, Paul and Jesus, who all tackle the question of sin and freedom.
The Feast of Corpus Christi, which we celebrate today, dates back to the 13th century.
In lieu of a reflection on the Feast of the Pentecost, I share with you the homily at the funeral Mass for Imelda Ongsiako Cojuangco. I hope this inspires you to also be a channel of grace that will help other people become good.
Today is Ascension Sunday. I originally wrote a piece for Mother’s Day, which we also celebrate today, but with your kind indulgence and of our dear mothers, I invite you to reflect on tomorrow’s elections from the perspective of and, hopefully, enlightened by the Ascension.
A couple of weeks ago, I was watching the animation movie “The Good Dinosaur.” In the scene I consider its spiritual climax, the main character, Arlo, is faced with the choice to overcome his fears to save his friend Spot. He encounters his departed dad in a dream in which he tells Arlo what he always says to encourage him: “You are me and more.”
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