Meditation on the Fifth Station – Jesus is helped by Simon of Cyrene
The fifth station teaches us solidarity with suffering. Simon of Cyrene agrees to help Jesus when he sees him struggling under the weight of the cross; he does not remain indifferent to suffering. And what about us? What do we do? Do we help our brothers and sisters close to us, or do we try […]
Lenten Blessings
I always feel a deep and quiet peace whenever I witness the beautiful and meaningful moment when the priest raises his hand to bless the congregation after Holy Mass. In that simple gesture, we sense the gentle presence of God touching each heart. Today, as he quietly offered a special blessing to the sisters after […]
Thanksgiving Mass for the Visit of the Mother General, Mother Cristina, and the Welcome of Sr. Consolata Perez in the St. Francis Xavier Community – Liliw, Laguna
On Sunday, March 1, a solemn Thanksgiving Mass was celebrated in the chapel of the formation house on the occasion of the visit of our Mother General, Mother Cristina, to our missionary reality in the Philippines, and to welcome Sr. Consolata Perez to the St. Francis Xavier Community in Liliw, Laguna. During this celebration, we […]
With our eyes fixed on God: the journey of the Second Sunday of Lent (Year A)
The text for the Second Sunday of Lent (Year A) invites us not to be seduced by material goods, which can cause us to lose sight of what is truly essential in life: God and his plan. While it is important to make good use of earthly goods, it is even more fundamental to keep […]
Station of the Cross in São Miguel – Brazil
In the city of São Miguel, Brazil, an intense Station of the Cross procession took place, involving numerous faithful in an atmosphere of contemplation and prayer. The photos bear witness to the strong devotion and unity that characterised this significant Lenten moment.
Annual Spiritual Accompaniment for Faithful in Myanmar
The annual retreat of St. Ann Association of Rodokho parish was held in the village of Gathedo from February 19-22. A total of 109 members attended and the re-election of new members, almsgiving, prayers and Bible study were held. Spiritual encouragement was shared by the parish priest Fr. William and Sr. Nant Prisca SMF.
First Sunday of Lent in St. Angelo Theodice, Cassino – Italy
Bread and Stone Symbols of today’s Gospel. The temptation as the sin of gluttony – bread The temptation of power having authority… Stone… A blessed First Sunday of Lent to you all
First Sunday of Lent: reflection for Philippines
The passage from Matthew 4:1-11 takes us to the heart of the mystery of the desert: “Then Jesus was led by the Spirit into the desert to be tempted by the devil.” This is no coincidence. It is not an accident. It is the Spirit who leads Jesus into the desert. This detail is theologically […]
Lent: The Strength of Fragility
The First Sunday of Lent gently reminds us that temptation is part of our daily life. We all experience moments of weakness, confusion, and struggle. Sometimes we fall. Sometimes we feel discouraged because we cannot overcome our weaknesses as quickly as we hope. Yet this Sunday invites us not to be afraid of our fragility. […]
“Creating a prayerful environment” – Reflection from Myanmar
Lenten Season is a time to pause and go back to one’s inner self. It is a time of grace to return to the Lord and to reflect our baptismal dignity and to do atonement and penance for our half-hearted following of Christ. We are challenged to do penance for wrongdoings and to undergo a […]