^
HINTS AND TRACES
Pursuing the Trinitarian life
by Fr. Roy Cimagala - May 31, 2026 - 12:00am
With the celebration of the Solemnity of the Blessed Trinity, we are reminded of the most important mystery of our faith, the fount of all the other truths and mysteries of our faith, since it shows us the inmost...
“With great power comes great responsibility”
by Fr. Roy Cimagala - May 27, 2026 - 12:00am
That’s an aphorism from the movie, “Spider-Man”, which serves as a moral axiom. It highlights the need to use whatever power or capability one has, for a greater good, and not as a means of en...
Insist and persist in prayer
by Fr. Roy Cimagala - May 20, 2026 - 12:00am
Whenever we find ourselves in some helpless situation due to a persistent weakness --like the weakness of the flesh-- or to some challenges and trials that are increasingly getting heavier each day, or to some misfortune...
Despite the heavy drama of our life
by Fr. Roy Cimagala - May 18, 2026 - 12:00am
We should stick firmly to what Christ assured his disciples, and now us. Considering that our life here on earth is often referred to as a “vale of tears,” let’s avoid overreacting to the heavy...
Harmonizing our life’s different dimensions
by Fr. Roy Cimagala - May 13, 2026 - 12:00am
It’s obvious that we have to contend with the many aspects and dimensions of our life --the natural and the supernatural, the temporal and the eternal, the material and the spiritual, etc.
oth with charity and clarity
by Fr. Roy Cimagala - April 29, 2026 - 12:00am
With the very toxic air we have in the arena of public opinion, we need some saint as patron or intercessor who can help us in talking especially about hot-button issues related not so much in politics or business...
We should always be driven by love
by Fr. Roy Cimagala - April 27, 2026 - 12:00am
That’s the proper condition of our life.
Always with God as times change
by Fr. Roy Cimagala - April 22, 2026 - 12:00am
It’s unavoidable. We should not be surprised by it.
The Mass as an Emmaus experience
by Fr. Roy Cimagala - April 8, 2026 - 12:00am
We are familiar with that gospel story about two men on the way to Emmaus (cfr. Lk 24,13-35) They were clearly disturbed about what just happened to Christ who was crucified. Then the risen Christ approached them,...
The Last Supper
by Fr. Roy Cimagala - April 2, 2026 - 12:00am
The Mass of the Lord’s Supper, celebrated in the evening of Maundy Thursday, commemorates the Last Supper, the institution of the Eucharist and the priesthood.
Going beyond our human and natural justice
by Fr. Roy Cimagala - March 30, 2026 - 12:00am
That’s how true love is! It, of course, does not do away with natural and human justice, but it does not get stuck with it either.
“Fiat mihi secundum verbum tuum”
by Fr. Roy Cimagala - March 25, 2026 - 12:00am
That’s “Be it done to me according to your word,” the response of Mary to the Archangel Gabriel who told her that she was going to conceive the very Son of God in her womb. (cfr. Lk 1,26-38) She...
Quick to accuse vs. quick to forgive
by Fr. Roy Cimagala - March 23, 2026 - 12:00am
These are the two opposing attitudes that can be seen in God and in us.
Never worry about anything
by Fr. Roy Cimagala - March 18, 2026 - 12:00am
In this Lenten season when we are encouraged to do some deep reflection and penance if only to grow in our spiritual life, to make ourselves more identified with Christ, we should try to develop a lifestyle of abiding...
Divine law and human law
by Fr. Roy Cimagala - March 11, 2026 - 12:00am
Somehow, when Christ said, “Do not think that I have come to abolish the law or the prophets.
How to properly handle our greatness
by Fr. Roy Cimagala - March 4, 2026 - 12:00am
This Lenten season, let's reflect on the importance of serving others, especially when we have been blessed with talents and privileges. Instead of expecting to be served, let's cultivate a heart of service...
Let’s always be merciful
by Fr. Roy Cimagala - March 2, 2026 - 12:00am
One of the things that we are encouraged to learn and develop during this Lenten season is how to be merciful always. This we can gather from the gospel of St. Luke where we hear Christ telling his disciples:
“A heart contrite and humbled, O God, you will not spurn”
by Fr. Roy Cimagala - February 25, 2026 - 12:00am
That’s from Psalm 51,19 which is often used as the responsorial psalm in some Lenten Masses. It describes for us what will always attract the love and mercy of God for us. Though God will always love us no...
“Your words, Lord, are Spirit and life”
by Fr. Roy Cimagala - February 23, 2026 - 12:00am
That’s from the Gospel of St. John (6,63) and is used often as a responsorial psalm in many Masses.
The season of Lent
by Fr. Roy Cimagala - February 18, 2026 - 12:00am
With Ash Wednesday, we once again begin the season of Lent when as a way to pursue spiritual growth, self-reflection and preparation for Easer, we are encouraged to go through the process of repentance and conversion,...
1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 5 | ... | 104 | 105 | 106 | 107 | 108
Are you sure you want to log out?
X
Login

Philstar.com is one of the most vibrant, opinionated, discerning communities of readers on cyberspace. With your meaningful insights, help shape the stories that can shape the country. Sign up now!

Get Updated:

Signup for the News Round now

FORGOT PASSWORD?
SIGN IN
or sign in with