The Resignation of Pope Benedict XVI

Pope Benedict XVI suprized the world with his announcement of his resignation as the supreme pontif of the Catholic Church. It was unusual for Popes to resign since their title would usually be with them until their death. But he shares his letter on the real reason of his resignation with the letter below:

KATOTO: Kaibigang Totoo, Kardinal Chito!

Youth of the Archdiocese, its time to meet and greet our newly appointed cardinal with a special event meant to spend time with the beloved Chito Cardinal Tagle!

KATOTO: Kaibigang Totoo, Kardinal Chito! A Thanksgiving celebration for a gift of a Cardinal to the Philippines. This coming December 4, 2012, Tuesday 6PM at the Ninoy Aquino Stadium, Rizal Memorial Sports Complex, Vito Cruz, Ermita, Manila.

Its FREE to all! So bring your family, friends and even your parish to this monumental event! For inquiries, contact the Archdiocese of Manila through 523-2814 or 404-3673

VERSES: Mark 13:24-32

VERSES (Year of Faith)

Mark 13:24-32

The gospel for this Sunday tells us about signs of end times,  skies falling, hunger, chaos etc., but the assurance of the presence of God is there. Coincidentally this year is also associated with a possible end of the world scenario based on the Mayan calendar which refers to "reset" the world. In this scenario, people would usually say that if ever that day comes, they would do good to their family and friends. But why only when we know it still far, why right today where you can't delay doing good for them? Why also delay doing good for yourself (myself included). It's actually almost the  end of the liturgical year and on our way to advent and Christmas (which we look forward to), why first focus on what stage are we right now? 

St. Therese Relics In The Philippines For the Third Time

The relics of the beloved St. Therese of the Child Jesus will be back in the country for the third time and will also tour various locations in the country. Below is the attached image for the full schedule and itinerary of the 3rd Philippine Visit of the Pilgrim Relics of St. Therese of the Child Jesus! 

For additional information, please check back with us through this page or log on to www.ThereseRelics.ph. :) Please note that this schedule may change without prior notice but we will do our best to keep you updated. 

Let us all solemnly prepare to meet St. Therese once more this December 2012 to April 2013.

From ThereseRelics.ph and Therese Relics Facebook page 

Ka-Talk 49: ENTER THE DOOR OF FAITH

The Archdiocesan Commission on Youth of the Archdiocese of Manila Invites you to a reflection on the new Apostolic Letter "Porta Fidei" of His Holiness Pope Benedict XVI for the Year of the Faith with Ka-Talk Youth Forum 49:  ENTER THE DOOR OF FAITH. On November 24, 2012 (1-5PM) to be held at the Cardinal Sin Auditiorium (Paco Catholic School, Paco, Manila). For inquiries, you may contact ACY Office at 4043673

Verses: Reflections in the Year of Faith

In this year of faith let Katolikong Kabataan take you on a reflective journey as we share our own personal reflections on gospel readings within the year sharing our experiences that would inspire people to be rooted in the faith and in God. We hope that you will join us with articles that are worth reading especially when reflecting on the word of God.

We are also open for contributors for their own refelctions to be featured in the blog. You may e-mail us at fj_islands@hotmail.com with the subject Verses reflections. Please do include your name, company/parish so we could also include them in the  blog post. We hope that you will join us in the year long journey and hope to compile reflections for the whole year! 

The Word Exposed Advent Recollection

Christmas is near and the start of Advent season is also just a few days away. This means that its the time to prepare the way of the lord with ourselves this season.

Jesuit Communications Foundation invites everyone to join in The Word Exposed Advent Recollection with Archbishop Chito Tagle, DD, STD. from the Archdiocese of Manila on December 2, 2012 (Sunday) from 8:30 AM to 12:00 NN at the Loyola Schools Covered Courts, Ateneo De Manila University, Loyola Heights, Quezon City

Admission is Free and Mass Celebration follows.