Let me start this post by being completely honest with you: Before news of this miraculous event broke out, I had no idea who Saint Januarius (or San Gennaro / Saint Gennaro, as he is also known) was. Apparently, this particular saint, who was a bishop and martyr, "supposedly protected Naples from a threatened eruption of the … Continue reading This Will Give You Goosebumps: The Blood of Saint Januarius Liquifies in the Presence of Pope Francis!
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11 Inspiring Messages for Families from Pope Francis
There is no doubt about it — Pope Francis, who had even non-Catholic and atheist well-wishers during his visit to the Philippines, has truly been a source of inspiration, encouragement and hope not just for Filipinos, but for millions of people worldwide, too. Locally, many of us found ourselves taking to the streets, hoping to … Continue reading 11 Inspiring Messages for Families from Pope Francis
The Papal Visit to the Philippines 2015: 10 Activities You Can Do With Your Kids
If you've been keeping up-to-date with the news, you'd know that Pope Francis is due to arrive here in the Philippines tomorrow, January 15. He is currently in Sri Lanka, where he canonized St. Joseph Vaz, Sri Lanka's first saint. I have been busy with catching up on work deadlines and helping out with sharing updates about the … Continue reading The Papal Visit to the Philippines 2015: 10 Activities You Can Do With Your Kids
What Made Me Cry Today
It's been one week since my father-in-law passed away. I remember posting on Facebook via my phone, asking for prayers, a little while after my mother-in-law called me, sounding frantic and desperate. Everything was a blur after that. The next day, I again posted a status on my Facebook page, thanking everyone for their prayers, … Continue reading What Made Me Cry Today
Of Death, Life and Hope: Welcoming Our New Pope In The Midst of Our Sorrow
I'm not supposed to be blogging today. Actually, I had no idea when I would start blogging again. If you've been following my updates on Facebook and Twitter, you'd know that last Tuesday was one of the most unforgettable days of my life, and our family's too. In the morning, I went for a routine … Continue reading Of Death, Life and Hope: Welcoming Our New Pope In The Midst of Our Sorrow
Truly Rich and Blessed 