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Catholic, Gospel Reflection

Reflection on the 3rd Day of Simbang Gabi

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Jai Kaisipan

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December 17, 2024

Gospel Reading: Matthew 1:18-24 (RSV-2CE) “Now the birth of Jesus Christ took place in this way. When his mother Mary had been betrothed to Joseph, before they came together she was found to be with child of the Holy Spirit; and her husband Joseph, being a just man and unwilling…
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Reflection on the 2nd Day of Simbang Gabi

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Jai Kaisipan

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December 16, 2024

Gospel Reading: Matthew 1:1-17 (RSV-2CE) “The book of the genealogy of Jesus Christ, the son of David, the son of Abraham.Abraham was the father of Isaac, and Isaac the father of Jacob, and Jacob the father of Judah and his brothers, and Judah the father of Perez and Zerah by…
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Reflection on the 1st Day of Simbang Gabi

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December 15, 2024

Gospel Reading: John 5:33-36 (RSV-2CE) “You sent to John, and he has borne witness to the truth. Not that the testimony which I receive is from man; but I say this that you may be saved. He was a burning and shining lamp, and you were willing to rejoice for…
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Simbang Gabi and Misa de Gallo: Faith, Tradition, and Joy

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December 15, 2024

The Filipino Catholic faith is beautifully expressed in the traditions of Simbang Gabi and Misa de Gallo, two celebrations that intertwine spirituality, culture, and community. While these terms are often used interchangeably, they hold unique historical and liturgical significance, and together, they form a vibrant tapestry of the Filipino Christmas…
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It’s All About Jesus, Not Religion?

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Joe Zaide

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December 2, 2024

Christian faith is not a “religion of the book.” Christianity is the religion of the “Word” of God, a word which is “not a written and mute word, but the Word is incarnate and living”. Catechism of the Catholic Church (CCC 108) I once had a conversation online about Jesus…
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I’m Joenard

Welcome to my blog! I’m a father of two wonderful sons and husband to the most beautiful woman in the world. Here, I share my thoughts on a range of topics, but mostly on my Catholic faith, aiming to encourage families to offer their lives to Christ. Let’s stay connected as one body in Christ. Viva Cristo Rey!