When the church is seen in rubbing arms with the oppressors, in shoulder to shoulder with the powers that be and spend so much money in maintaining her institutional needs including the very proud high towering symbols while spending less in seeking justice for the hungry, the thirsty, the homeless, the naked and the unjustly imprisoned, the kingship of Jesus Christ is not there.
Category: Reflections
The Wisdom and Authority of Jesus
In the current context, our comprehension of God’s love and our relationship with Him faces a profound challenge as we grapple with the decisions surrounding the ongoing conflict between Israel and the Palestinians. While we fervently pray for peace and the cessation of hostilities, it is equally imperative that we search within ourselves to pray and actively strive for justice on behalf of the true victims in this conflict, aligning ourselves with their cause.
Embrace Inclusivity, Transformation, and Responsibility!
So, as we gather in the sanctity of our church services and celebrate the richness of our faith, let us carry this message into the lives of those on the margins.
The Surpassing Value of Knowing Christ
The call to pursue spiritual growth and endeavor toward Christlikeness remains as relevant as ever, especially in the face of the complex challenges of contemporary life.
Let Us Harvest Blessings of Compassion!
As we contemplate the meaning of this harvest festival, let us thank God for the bountiful harvests provided by the labor of farmers, indigenous peoples, workers, and producers from the global south.
Making disciples, transforming lives
In Matthew 28:16-20, Jesus commands his disciples to go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them and teaching them to obey his commandments. This passage serves as a powerful reminder for those serving and supporting the needy in poor countries. Those who have answered this call and dedicated their lives to serving the less […]
The Poor Finds Hope in Christ
My dear brothers and sisters, today’s Gospel reading from John 20:19-31 is a powerful message of hope, courage, and faith in the resurrected Christ. This passage is especially relevant to those of us who are socially and economically poor, living in third-world countries, and struggling to make ends meet. In this passage, we see the […]
The Empty Tomb: A Hope for the Oppressed
A reflection on Easter Sunday My dear brothers and sisters, today we celebrate Easter Sunday, the day of resurrection, the day of victory over death and oppression. This day reminds us that no matter how dark the situation might be, there is always hope for a new beginning, for a better tomorrow. In the gospel […]
Love, compassion and justice
A reflection on Good Friday My dear friends, today we stand at a crossroads. We are confronted with the stark reality of the suffering and death of Jesus Christ, and we are challenged to ask ourselves: what does this mean for us? Are we content to simply remember this event as a distant historical fact, […]
Do not be led astray, stand firm against persecution
Today, we are challenged not only to be merciful but also to be just. To be anxious about the reign of Christ in the Parousia by not becoming led astray and to stand still amidst persecutions.