Reason to rejoice in Lent
THE 4th Sunday of Lent is usually dubbed as “Laetare Sunday” for the simple reason that its Entrance Antiphon starts with this passage from the Book of Isaiah (66,10), “Rejoice, Jerusalem! Be glad for...
Firefighting
The fire that hit congested residential communities exposed the challenges in firefighting capability of the fire bureau. So much is lacking in terms of firefighting equipment and the skills of those manning fire stations...
Abusing generosity
Generosity is a quality that is highly valued in society, as it involves giving freely without expecting anything in return. Recipients, however, sometimes abuse generosity. This can occur when they take advantage of someone’s...
God’s mercy is stronger than our sinfulness
THE readings of the Mass for Tuesday of the 3rd Week of Lent, (Daniel 3,25.34-43; Mt 18,21-35) which this year falls on March 5, remind us that we are all sinners, but God’s mercy...
Violence in the Leyte Third Congressional District: A Grim Reality
The Leyte Third Congressional District has been gripped by a wave of violence, leaving its communities shattered and hearts heavy. The recent killings of village officials have cast a dark shadow over this once...