The Subversive Truth Behind the First Christmas
This Christmas, look beyond the peaceful imagery. The original story was a radical challenge to power and injustice. A call to reflect on true peace.
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Lapu-Lapu City Ponders Past Actions Before Christmas 2025
As Christmas 2025 nears, a call for reflection on our 2024 actions emerges from Lapu-Lapu City. Will you commit to positive change and healing? Read the full introspection.
Simbang Gabi vs Misa de Gallo: Key Differences Explained
The Archdiocese of Cebu clarifies the liturgical distinctions between Simbang Gabi and Misa de Gallo. Learn the proper observance, vestment colors, and songs for this Filipino Advent tradition.
Advent Message Debate: Church Decorations and Politics
A priest's Advent homily urging spiritual over material preparation has drawn criticism for perceived hypocrisy over lavish church decorations and clergy involvement in politics. Read the full analysis.
Advent Reflections: Kant's Morality vs. Bonhoeffer's Waiting
Explore how Enlightenment thinker Immanuel Kant and theologian Dietrich Bonhoeffer offer radically different views on Advent preparation. A timely reflection on faith, reason, and hope in today's world. Read more.
Floods as a Divine Call for Repentance in Cebu
Recent floods in Cebu spark reflection on spiritual cleansing and societal corruption. Explore the biblical parallels and the urgent call for change in leadership and community values.
Finding the True Spirit of Christmas in Daily Life
Explore how the essence of Christmas—loving, forgiving, and caring—can be a year-round practice. Discover practical ways to honor Christ's teachings by helping those in need.
Cebu Archbishop Urges Prayer Over Picnics in Fiesta Message
Cebu Archbishop Jose Palma calls for spiritual focus over festivities during city fiesta, emphasizing prayer and reflection amid societal challenges.
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