THROUGH UNTRUE When did you last give up a cherished possession in exchange for something more valuable? It is difficult to let go of items that have been with you for some time. You think they are so important you cannot live without them. In today's gospel reading, Jesus shares a parable about...
THROUGH UNTRUE In our society, there are people who strive to lead virtuous lives and work diligently to combat injustice, poverty, criminality, and other social evils. However, alongside them are individuals engaging in corrupt practices, bribery, drug trafficking, sex trafficking, and other...
THROUGH UNTRUE After a long day of work, a father returned home to find his two teenage sons slouched on the sofa, watching television. Reminding them of their promise to tidy their rooms and complete their homework, he questioned the first son, “Son, what have you accomplished today?” The...
THROUGH UNTRUE Freedom is a catchword of our time, but regrettably, we think of it as merely the ability to do whatever we please. In a more profound sense, freedom encompasses our capacity to transcend the physical limitations of being human. For instance, while fish are confined to swimming and...
THROUGH UNTRUE I once read the story of a pig and a chicken strolling down a bustling street. As they passed by a restaurant, they noticed a sign that read: “We provide bacon and egg sandwiches for the poor. Any contribution will be greatly appreciated.” The chicken expressed interest in...
THROUGH UNTRUE A few years ago, a Danish newspaper published 12 editorial cartoons that depicted the prophet Muhammad in ways that deeply offended thousands of Muslims. These cartoons were seen as degrading caricatures of Mohammed, and mocking the Quran and Allah as well. Many Muslims expressed...
THROUGH UNTRUE Today, on Father's Day, let us pay special attention to aging fathers who are journeying through their sunset years. The unfortunate reality is that many of them are caught in a society that excessively values youth, beauty, and athleticism. As a result, elderly fathers are often...
THROUGH UNTRUE Cooking was once a laborious task confined to the kitchen. Today it has evolved into a highly profitable, informative, and entertaining spectacle thanks to television and YouTube. Celebrity chefs and food experts have transformed us from mere eaters to food watchers. As we eagerly...
THROUGH UNTRUE Today, the solemn feast of the Holy Trinity, we profess our belief that God exists as one being in three Divine Persons. I recall a priest who addressed his Sunday congregation in the following manner: “My brothers and sisters, the Holy Trinity is a mystery. If we were to...
THROUGH UNTRUE Today, Pentecost Sunday, the gospel reading narrates that Jesus breathed upon his disciples saying: "Receive the Holy Spirit. If you forgive anyone's sins, their sins are forgiven; if you do not forgive them, they are not forgiven" (John 20:22-23). However, many Catholics no longer...
THROUGH UNTRUE Several years ago, I visited a famous tourist spot in Palawan called Luli, a name short for “lulubog-lilitaw.” It is a sandbar that is visible during low tide and completely submerged during high tide. Luli serves as a reminder that presence does not equate to visibility. The...
THROUGH UNTRUE Most mothers are remembered for what they have done. I remember Carmen for what she deliberately chose not to do. First, she refused to sing lullabies to her eight children, which was ironic because her name in Latin means “song.” Instead, she preferred to gently cradle or...
