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Echica: Blasphemies
3+ day, 13+ hour ago (374+ words) Sun Star Publishing Inc. Blasphemy refers to abusive or disrespectful language or actions towards God or sacred things Many religious people, particularly the fundamentalists, would consider such language towards God a grievous offense In my youth, there was John Lennon…...
Papal Nuncio expresses gratitude for strong PH-Vatican partnership
5+ day, 2+ hour ago (143+ words) Meanwhile, the Minor Basilica of the Immaculate Conception, more popularly known as the Manila Cathedral, in partnership with the Apostolic Nunciature to the Philippines will feature the portraits of all the Apostolic Nuncios to the Philippines. In a social media…...
Faith formators had feet washed by Cardinal Advincula
1+ week, 5+ day ago (188+ words) TWELVE formators of faith gained recognition on Maundy Thursday, April 2, 2026, as Manila Archbishop Cardinal Jose Advincula washed their feet at the Manila Cathedral in Intramuros. The Archdiocese of Manila announced that Advincula held the "Washing of the Feet" with the…...
Pope says no one can use Jesus to justify war
2+ week, 1+ day ago (152+ words) ISTANBUL" Pope Leo XIV on Sunday warned that no one can use Jesus to justify war, saying he rejects violence and those who wage it. "Jesus is the King of Peace, who rejects war, whom no one can use to…...
Bunye: Holy Week in the Philippines: A blend of faith, tradition, and modern challenges
2+ week, 2+ day ago (300+ words) HOLY Week holds immense significance in our predominantly Catholic country, where the week serves as a time for reflection, repentance, and renewal. Traditionally, Filipinos observe Holy Week with devout religious practices steeped in centuries-old customs. Palm Sunday begins with the…...
Perandos: Amid global unrest, trust God
2+ week, 3+ day ago (549+ words) In moments like these, a pressing question emerges: what should we do? Should we panic and retreat into survival mode? Should we allow anxiety to consume our daily lives? The temptation to give in to fear is real, especially when…...
Vatican elevates Calapan into a diocese
2+ week, 5+ day ago (327+ words) AFTER 75 years as a mission territory, Pope Leo XIV has elevated the Apostolic Vicariate of Calapan to a diocese. According to CBCP News, the elevation includes the appointment of its current apostolic vicar, Moises Cuevas, as its first bishop. "The…...
Echica: Women in the ministry of Jesus
1+ mon, 12+ hour ago (323+ words) I would not be commenting on the misogynistic behaviour of our public officials anymore. In fact, today Mary Magdalene is called an apostle in official Catholic liturgy, thanks to Pope Francis. Indeed, she is an apostle to the apostle for…...
Archdiocese of Tagum warns vs impersonators posing as clergy
1+ mon, 4+ day ago (348+ words) THE Archdiocese of Tagum acknowledged the communication from the Simbahang Catolico Pilipino-Missionaries and clarified the advisory it issued earlier. In its rectification, the Archdiocese stated: "They are not affiliated with the Roman Catholic Diocese of Tagum. They are not priests…...