Homily: Third Sunday in Ordinary Time (C) (Sunday of the Word of God/National Bible Sunday) Luke 1:1-4; 4:14-21 26 January 2025 “U.S. President Donald Trump took his oath of office on Monday with his right hand raised, but without placing his left hand on the two Bibles that his wife Melania held as she stoodContinue reading “Fulfilling the Word of God”
Monthly Archives: January 2025
Walking with our Children in Faith
Homily: Feast of the Sto. Niño (Proper Feast in the Philippines) 19 January 2025 Luke 2:41-52 Fr. Ricky C. Montanez, AA Today, we celebrate the Feast of the Santo Niño, a feast proper to the Philippines. The gospel for this feast relates the Finding of the Child Jesus in the Temple — the 5th JoyfulContinue reading “Walking with our Children in Faith”
Well-Pleasing to the Father
Homily: Feast of the Baptism of the Lord (C) Luke 3:15-16, 21-23 12 January 2025 Fr. Ricky Cañet Montañez, AA It is always heart-warming to witness parents publicly expressing joy and pride over their child’s achievements. Some parents zealously shout “Anak ko yan!” when their child graduates or has rendered a performance showcasing their talent. Continue reading “Well-Pleasing to the Father”
Epiphany: The Journey of Faith
Homily: Solemnity of the Lord’s Epiphany Matthew 2:1-12 5 January 2025 Fr. Ricky Cañet Montañez, AA There is a video circulating that suggests that the Magi who visited Jesus at His birth were connected to the prophet Daniel who was among the exiles in Babylon. Daniel impressed King Nebuchadnezzar so much that he made himContinue reading “Epiphany: The Journey of Faith”
Sunday Gospel Reflections 