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Today, the Church celebrates World Mission Sunday, a day to remember that every baptized person is called to share in the mission of Christ — to bring the Gospel to the ends of the earth through prayer, witness, and love. It is fitting that our Gospel reading today is about persevering prayer. Continue reading Sacred Heart Formation House, Cagayan de Oro City, 29th Sunday in Ordinary Time, World…

As Jesus journeyed toward Jerusalem, He met ten lepers who cried out, “Jesus, Master, have mercy on us!” Without touching them or saying much, He simply told them, “Go and show yourselves to the priests.” On their way, they were healed. Yet, only one—a Samaritan—returned to give thanks, glorifying God and falling at the feet of Jesus. Continue reading Sacred Heart Formation House, Cagayan de Oro…

In today’s Gospel, the apostles say to Jesus, “Increase our faith!” It is a short prayer, but one that reveals both sincerity and need. The apostles had walked with Jesus, witnessed His miracles, and listened to His teachings, yet they felt that their faith was still small. Their request is also ours: “Lord, increase our faith.” Continue reading Sacred Heart Formation House, Cagayan de Oro City,…

In today’s Gospel, Jesus tells the striking parable of the rich man and Lazarus—a story that pierces through the illusions of comfort and security that wealth can bring. It is not merely a story about riches and poverty, but about the human heart’s capacity—or incapacity—to love. Continue reading Sacred Heart Formation House, Cagayan de Oro City, 25th Sunday in Ordinary Time

In today’s Gospel, Jesus tells a surprising parable about a dishonest steward who, when caught wasting his master’s goods, cleverly arranges to secure his future. He reduces the debts of his master’s debtors so that they might welcome him later. Surprisingly, the master praises him—not for his dishonesty—but for his prudence. At first glance, this story can be confusing. How can Jesus praise…

Every year on September 14, the Church invites us to celebrate the Feast of the Exaltation of the Holy Cross—a feast that may sound paradoxical at first. How can we exalt a symbol of suffering, pain, and death? Yet for us Christians, the Cross is not a sign of shame, but the greatest sign of God’s love. Continue reading Sacred Heart Formation House, Cagayan de Oro City, Feast of the Exaltation…

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“If anyone comes to me without hating his father and mother, wife and children, brothers and sisters, and even his own life, he cannot be my disciple.” (Luke 14:26) Continue reading Sacred Heart Formation House, Cagayan de Oro City, 23rd Sunday in Ordinary Time In today’s Gospel, Jesus speaks to the large crowds following Him, but His words are not what they expect to hear. Instead of promising…

“If anyone comes to me without hating his father and mother, wife and children, brothers and sisters, and even his own life, he cannot be my disciple.” (Luke 14:26) Continue reading Sacred Heart Formation House, Cagayan de Oro City, 23rd Sunday in Ordinary Time In today’s Gospel, Jesus speaks to the large crowds following Him, but His words are not what they expect to hear. Instead of promising…

In today’s Gospel, Jesus observes how guests at a banquet choose places of honor. He then teaches: “When you are invited, go and sit at the lowest place.” This simple advice reveals a deep truth — humility is the foundation of true greatness.In a world that often rewards pride and self-promotion, Jesus reminds us that the heart pleasing to God is the one that serves quietly and trusts…

Jesus says in today’s Gospel:“Strive to enter through the narrow gate.” (Luke 13:24) The narrow gate is not about numbers — it is about discipleship. Not shortcuts, not appearances, but discipline, sacrifice, and love. Continue reading Sacred Heart Formation House, Cagayan de Oro City, 21st Sunday in Ordinary Time

Some Sundays the Word of God comforts us. Today it disturbs us. Jeremiah is thrown into a pit for speaking the truth. Hebrews tells us that Christian life is a long-distance race, not a sprint. Jesus declares: “I have come to bring fire to the earth!” Continue reading Sacred Heart Formation House, Cagayan de Oro City, 20th Sunday in Ordinary Time

The Gospel today reminds us: be ready at all times for the Lord’s coming. This is not just about the end of our lives—it’s about His daily coming to us in people, events, and even interruptions. Every moment is sacred. Like Moses before the burning bush, we are always standing on holy ground. But to see it, we must be awake, with lamps lit. The danger is falling into spiritual sleep—living…