“Why are many priests silent?”
Along the Way Based on my own personal observation and from what I have heard, there are many reasons for this. For many priests who view their priesthood in exclusively sacramental or cultic terms…
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Duterte urged to eradicate ‘jueteng’
MANILA, Feb. 15, 2017 — The multi-million illegal gambling racket called “jueteng” should not be legalized but rather, be completely eliminated, a Catholic prelate said. Anti-gambling crusader Arch…
Amid controversy, council of cardinals backs Pope Francis
VATICAN, Feb. 13, 2017-– In the wake of several contentious events surrounding the Vatican recently, Pope Francis’ advisory board in his ongoing reform of the Roman Curia affirmed their support of …
Pope lauds ‘courageous’ witness of abuse victim who chose to forgive
VATICAN, Feb. 14, 2017– In his preface for a book written by a survivor of clerical sex abuse, Pope Francis once again lamented the “monstrosity” of the act, calling the author, Daniel Pittet…
What Egypt’s Catholic bishops said to Pope Francis
VATICAN, Feb. 14, 2017– A special invitation to visit Egypt was delivered to Pope Francis by Coptic Catholic bishops during their ad limina visit Feb. 6, during which they also gave a report …
Vatican unveils updated healthcare charter as new ethical questions arise
VATICAN, Feb. 10, 2017– The Vatican has issued an updated version of their charter for healthcare workers, removing question marks from modern ethical concerns such as euthanasia and the crea…
February 15, 2017 – MK 8:22-26
Wednesday of the Sixth Week in Ordinary Time Reading 1 GN 8:6-13, 20-22 At the end of forty days Noah opened the hatch he had made in the ark, and he sent out a raven, to see if the waters had less…
Cubao diocese mobilizes for ‘Walk for Life’
In a video message, he urged the diocese’s different parishes, schools, religious congregations and organizations to “come out” and join the “Walk for Life” at the Quirino Grandstand in Manila on Feb. Organized by the Sangguniang Laiko ng Pilipinas, its president, Zenaida Capistrano, the prayer rally is one of the opportunities for lay people to show that they care for others, especially the poor. Capistrano also said those planning to attend are encouraged to bring their own slogan-bearing placards, banners, as well as white flaglets and ribbons to echo their call for the protection of life.
February 14, 2017 – MK 8:14-21
Memorial of Saints Cyril, Monk, and Methodius, Bishop Reading 1 GN 6:5-8; 7:1-5, 10 When the LORD saw how great was man’s wickedness on earth, and how no desire that his heart conceived was e…
Caritas Manila accepting donations for Surigao quake victims
MANILA, Feb. 13, 2017— Caritas Manila has launched an appeal to help victims of the earthquake in Surigao City, Surigao del Norte and other areas in Mindanao. The social action arm of the Manila ar…
