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Daily Reflection

  • Feast of Saint Teresa Of Avila

    Today, we are challenged to examine the kind of leadership that makes faith lighter, more truthful, and more faithful to God’s purposes. Jesus confronts people who preserve religious traditions while making life difficult for others, reminding us that genuine faith requires the courage to examine what needs to change.
    Reflection Date: October 15, 2026

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  • Feast of Saint Ignatius of Antioch

    Today, we are challenged to ask whether we are willing to be identified with Christ even when doing so demands courage. Jesus reminds us that authentic witness requires confidence in God, especially when our faith is tested by pressure, fear, or opposition.
    Reflection Date: October 17, 2026
  • Small Things Mean A Lot

    Today, we are reminded that small attitudes can quietly influence the way we think, speak, and treat other people. Jesus warns us to be careful about hypocrisy because what we allow into our hearts can eventually shape the whole person.
    Reflection Date: October 16, 2026

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  • From the Tax Table to the Dinner Table

    Today, we reflect on how unexpected callings and surprising choices reveal the wide mercy of God. The story of a Filipino priest chosen to lead a monastery helps us understand the gospel invitation given to Levi the tax collector.
    Reflection Date: February 21, 2026
  • When to Feast, When to Fast

    Today, we look at how different Asian traditions practice fasting and discover that behind every custom is a deeper search for meaning. The gospel invites us to understand that true fasting is not only about rules but about relationship with Christ.
    Reflection Date: February 20, 2026
  • No Cross, No Crown

    Today, we reflect on the cost of following Jesus through the real-life experience of an actor who carried the role of Christ on screen and discovered that the cross is never just symbolic. The gospel reminds us that discipleship always involves sacrifice before it brings true life.
    Reflection Date: February 19, 2026
  • Ash Wednesday

    Today, we begin the holy season of Lent with a story that mixes humor and imagination with a deep message. We connect that story with the gospel invitation to pray, fast, and give alms in a sincere and hidden way.
    Reflection Date: February 18, 2026