Holy Apostles Senior Seminary
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Humble Servants of Christ
In our country, we have this subculture of competition. It could be good if it is a healthy competition, although if we overdo it, it might develop in us characters, ideals, and behaviors that go against our values, such as…
Read MoreFaith and Power
According to Richard Foster, the key to the heart of Jesus is through our prayers. When I was still a kid, I always associated prayers with my wishes. I prayed to God when I needed or wanted something. However, when…
Read MoreGo The Extra Mile
When I was a kid, I thought that taking revenge when someone hurt me was just normal. It seemed it was an instinct that I cannot find peace unless I get even with my enemy or someone who has hurt…
Read MoreThe Path to Glory
I had the opportunity to learn about Jesus’ life before entering the seminary because of the catechism I had in elementary school and my involvement in the parish. These opportunities allowed me to see glimpses of Jesus’ life, including his…
Read MoreThe Good Shepherd
As a youth minister, it deeply hurts me when I see ministry members leaving the church, losing their faith, and getting lost in their lives. During our semestral break, I had a chance to talk with one of our youth…
Read MoreLodging Space of Jesus’ Birth
One of the traditions in our parish every Christmas Eve is the panunuluyan spearheaded annually by our youth ministry. This event is a traditional stage play re-enacting Mary and Joseph’s search for lodging in Bethlehem as she was about to…
Read MoreThere is joy in being invited and sent!
It is still vivid in my memory how, as the youngest of three siblings in our family, it was inevitable not to be called by name and sent on an errand by my parents or my elder brothers. I heeded…
Read MoreLosing is Gaining
I was an irregular student for three out of four years during college because I was a transferee from another school. As such, I needed to hurdle up to 32 units per semester to graduate on time. There were times…
Read MoreJesus is Our Firm Foundation
It is easy to utter the word “Lord.” Anyone can do it. But to act on the Words of the Lord is something that only a few can accomplish. Acting on Jesus’ words is the foundation of human life. As…
Read MoreCall to Discipleship
Immediately after I graduated from college, I applied for work at various companies. I did not waste even a moment because I wanted to fulfill my dreams for myself and my family. I am the eldest among three siblings. As…
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