feasting on the word
"If you meditate on the Scriptures it will appear to you in its brilliant splendor." ―St. Pio of Pietrelcina
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Third Sunday in Ordinary Time (C) Nehemiah 8:2-4a, 5-6, 8-10 | Psalm 19:8, 9, 10, 15 | 1 Corinthians 12:12-30 | Luke 1:1-4; 4:14-21  In our noisy and fast-paced world filled with distractions, the simple act of listening has become more valuable than ever. This Third Sunday in Ordinary Time encourages us to pause and truly listen—not just to the people around us but also to God’s Word.
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Feast of the Holy Child Jesus (C) Isaiah 9:1-6 | Psalm 98: 1-5 | Ephesians 1:3-6.15-18 | Luke 2:41-52  As a nation where children make up 31% of the population—approximately 35 million out of a total of 116 million—Filipinos are renowned for their deep affection for children. The sight of a child brings joy to many, as a child embodies qualities that are welcoming, comforting, and non-threatening. A child's strength lies in its vulnerability, and its influence is rooted in love. It is, therefore, no surprise that Filipinos have nurtured a deep and enduring devotion to the Holy Child Jesus, a tradition that dates back 500 years. This devotion began when the image of El Santo Niño was brought to Cebu and presented as a baptismal gift by Ferdinand Magellan to Rajah Humabon’s wife. For Filipino Catholics, the Holy Child symbolizes a God who is a source of immense joy—a God who is approachable, accessible, and inspires no fear. This devotion is evident in the frequent presence of the image of the Sto. Niño, displayed prominently in family altars, schools, offices, community stores, and even inside jeepneys.
Baptism of the Lord (C Isaiah 42:1-4, 6-7 | Psalm 29:1-2, 3-4, 3, 9-10 | Acts of the Apostles 10:34-38 | Luke 3:15-16, 21-22  At the Baptism of our Lord, the Spirit declared Jesus as the Messiah: the Priest who would offer His life as a sacrifice for others, the Prophet who would manifest God's presence through word and deed, and the King who would establish His Kingdom from the Cross. As we transition from the Christmas season into Ordinary Time, may this feast inspire hope and provide encouragement as we journey forward, guided by the readings from Isaiah, the Acts of the Apostles, and the Gospel of Luke.
The Epiphany of the Lord (C) Isaiah 60:1-6 | Psalm 72:1-2,7-8,10-11,12-13 | Ephesians 3:2-3a,5-6 | Matthew 2:1-12  At first, there were seven kings traveling from the East, but only three managed to find their way to Bethlehem to honor the King of kings, as told in Matthew 2:1-12. One king got distracted by another star and ended up in New York, rebranding as Burger King. Another detoured to Beijing and became Chowking. The last two? They stumbled into Manila and decided to settle as Tapa King and Goto King instead!
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