God's Word and Daily Life
Ora et Labora, today’s way of life
St. Benedict’s ideal is a balanced life of prayer and work - "Ora et Labora", fraternal charity, work and rest.
Being Missionaries of Faith
Giving up something big, even life for the greater good and for somebody else is martyrdom. Everybody is called for this “self-sacrifice” attribute but people seldom answer.
Remembering our fathers
This coming Sunday is Fathers’ Day. Let us remember our Papa, Tatay, or Daddy this weekend by giving them a simple gift or message of thanks.
Pandemic, a time for BECs
Today’s blog entry of Fr. Bernard Holzer focuses on our ways of worship that have transformed from churches to within the family. The present pandemic has not stopped Filipino families in showing our devotion to God and to communciate with our loved ones.
Frontliners – new heroes during this time of pandemic
This month Living with Christ pays tribute to our new heroes. The Philippines will celebrate its Independence Day on June 12 but not all heroes fought with conquistadors. Many are still fighting the unseen enemy. Join us in prayer as we remember our frontliners- medical practitioners and government authorities, as they continue to fight with the pandemic.
The Importance of Communication in Faith
We are called to be one in faith thru digital media. May our faith never wither as we continue to fight with the pandemic’s ill effects. Let’s continue to communicate with our family and loved ones to draw inspiration from each other.
St. Isidore Labrador, a farmer: model of simplicity
Let us remember the efforts of all our laborers as they serve our community being on the frontlines. May God grant them the courage and strength by keeping them safe in this pandemic.
God bless the work of farmers! by Fr. Bernard Holzer, aa
Let us be reminded of the work of our farmers. They, who have toiled so hard to give us food, are still poor and under appreciated. May we value the importance of their work and be given dignity to their labor.
What if coronavirus will help us understand better the dignity of human work? by Fr. Bernard Holzer, aa
We commemorated Labor Day on May 1. We were reminded of the dignity and sacredness of human work. Let us remember our fishermen, farmers, and laborers. Let us be fair to them.
Photo credit: Fr. Treb Futol of the Diocese of Sorsogon
Photo credit: Fr. Treb Futol of the Diocese of Sorsogon
Lifting and offering our anxieties to God By Judith Ayo
“The comfort and the promise of faith is that God will deliver, and make good on His covenant and lead us where He knows we are meant to go. When we have faith, God proves faithful. When we trust, God proves trustworthy.” (The Grand Paradox, Chapter 3)
With all these chaotic situations around, faith in the Lord suffices. “Nothing will I hold back from you, Lord,” prays a trusting Christian.
Covid-19 holds the world in pandemic. Every nation declares a lockdown to contain the virus from its transmission. Authorities and media men say that anybody can become a suspect or even a victim and dies, and that a family member or two, even the entire barangay can be put in total quarantine anytime.
This condition causes FEAR and HOPLESSNESS to creep in the neighborhood. With trembling voices, questions are asked: Who is infected? We are poor, what will happen to us? Will the government help?
When times are hard, we Filipinos turn to God and embrace the altar in prayers. A believer writes, “When life goes downhill, lift everything to God and He’ll send you His angels.” Truly, God’s MERCIFUL LOVE showers and covers the offerors.
It takes away their anxieties, fears and troubles. During Eucharistic celebrations and other rites for example, individual and communal prayers are recited to offer petitions for healing, protection and strength. Live streaming finds its way in this pandemic era.
As a country, let us PRAY as ONE and HOPE that we rise above the routine – our day-to-day existence.
Together, let us PUT Covid-19 out of Philippine shore and beyond other shores! And we know that small or big petitions offered, the Lord always listens.
With all these chaotic situations around, faith in the Lord suffices. “Nothing will I hold back from you, Lord,” prays a trusting Christian.
Covid-19 holds the world in pandemic. Every nation declares a lockdown to contain the virus from its transmission. Authorities and media men say that anybody can become a suspect or even a victim and dies, and that a family member or two, even the entire barangay can be put in total quarantine anytime.
This condition causes FEAR and HOPLESSNESS to creep in the neighborhood. With trembling voices, questions are asked: Who is infected? We are poor, what will happen to us? Will the government help?
When times are hard, we Filipinos turn to God and embrace the altar in prayers. A believer writes, “When life goes downhill, lift everything to God and He’ll send you His angels.” Truly, God’s MERCIFUL LOVE showers and covers the offerors.
It takes away their anxieties, fears and troubles. During Eucharistic celebrations and other rites for example, individual and communal prayers are recited to offer petitions for healing, protection and strength. Live streaming finds its way in this pandemic era.
As a country, let us PRAY as ONE and HOPE that we rise above the routine – our day-to-day existence.
Together, let us PUT Covid-19 out of Philippine shore and beyond other shores! And we know that small or big petitions offered, the Lord always listens.