Faith

26

Jan

By The Flame Faith

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Thomasian priest named as new bishop of Kalibo

A THOMASIAN priest from Capiz has been appointed by the Vatican as the new bishop of the diocese of Kalibo, Aklan, the news arm of the Catholic Bishops Conference of the Philippines has reported. Msgr. Cyril Villareal became the fifth bishop of the diocese after he was assigned to the…

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23

Jan

By The Flame Faith

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Emulate St. Raymund by living a meaningful life, pursuing the truth, Thomasians’ told

Thomasians should live a meaningful and fulfilling life similar to that of Dominican friar and lawyer St. Raymund de Peñafort, the regent of the College of Commerce said. Fr. Senen Ecleo, O.P., said life would be detached from meaning if one does not pursue the truth, render service to others…

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10

Jan

By Francia Migyel Violeta

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‘No human effort is enough to be deserving of God’s miracles’

AS MILLIONS of devotees braved the crowds during the Traslacion of Jesus Nazareno, the Quiapo Church rector reminded Catholics that their sacrifices should not make them entitled to the fulfillment of their prayers. Fr. Ramon Jade Licuanan said God's blessings are freely given and true devotion during the feast cannot…

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09

Jan

By Ma. Alyanna Selda

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Piety meets technology: Youth groups bring Traslacion to online game Roblox

SEVERAL YOUTH-LED groups have conducted their own virtual Traslacion in the gaming platform Roblox, allowing young and long-distance players to join the procession in an online setting that blends spirituality with technology.  Various online simulations of activities during the Feast of Jesus Nazareno, such as the ‘Pahalik,’ the Traslacion mass…

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09

Jan

By Trisha Tamio

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‘Mahiya naman kayo:’ Balanga bishop urges the corrupt to step down as an act of love

CORRUPT LEADERS should step down and choose the welfare of the people as an act of love at a time of growing uncertainty, the former rector of Quiapo Church said. In his homily during the Misa Mayor for the Feast of Jesus Nazareno, Balanga Bishop Rufino Sescon, Jr. called on…

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01

Jan

By Abigail Peralta

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Advincula: No true peace when the needy are neglected

Photo by Bryan Joseph Arcangel/ THE FLAME TRUE PEACE cannot be measured by the end of turmoil alone but by being compassionate to those in need, the archbishop of Manila said. Hours before the Solemnity of Mary, Mother of God, Cardinal Jose Advincula reminded Catholics that peace is attained with…

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17

Dec

By Francia Migyel Violeta

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Abandon entitlement for a joyful Christmas, Thomasians told

Valuing humility over entitlement leads to a peaceful and joyful celebration of the birth of Christ, who did not receive special treatment when He was born in a manger, a Dominican priest said. UST Senior High School (SHS) Regent Fr. Ermito De Sagon, O.P. called on Thomasians to practice the…

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09

Dec

By The Flame Faith

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Dominican priest urges Catholics to consecrate troubled nation to the Virgin Mary

AS THE country is beset by political uncertainties, a Dominican priest urged Catholics to dedicate themselves and the nation to the Virgin Mary so they can be cleansed of their sins experience God's grace. In his homily for the solemnity of the Immaculate Conception on Monday, Dec. 8, Fr. Art Vincent…

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07

Dec

By Francia Migyel Violeta

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Advincula: Emptiness leads to fulfillment in Christ

Photo by Ryan Franco Verano/ THE FLAME True spiritual readiness is not just measured by setting aside material possessions but by the intentional clearing of distractions that prevent one from reflecting on things that matter, the archbishop of Manila said. As the celebration of the birth of Christ draws nearer,…

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02

Dec

By Anna Victoria Asuncion

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Vatican reaffiliates UST Faculty of Theology with Holy Rosary Major Seminary College of Theology

Photo from the Holy Rosary Major Seminary - Archdiocese of Caceres Facebook page THE VATICAN has approved the reaffiliation of the College of Theology of the Holy Rosary Major Seminary with UST, allowing the institute to confer the Bachelor in Theology degree through the Dominican-run university's Faculty of Theology. In two decrees…

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